CHRIS .R. NOTARILE'S SCREAM FAN FILM

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While relaxing at home, film actress Lindsey Bean, receives a menacing call from one of cinema's most dreaded slashers.
A WORD FROM CHRIS
For years I've been asked to make a Scream fan film, and in all that time, I never had much of a take on the subject. Ghostface was never really scary to me beyond the first film because he wasn't a singular person. He was always someone new, and they always end up getting killed by the end of each film. That's not scary to me because each time we see a new Ghostface, the stakes are once again back at zero, whereas a more notable slasher like Michael Myers has survived previous installments. That alone shows the character is tough and harder to kill. And because of that, for years, I was unable to conjure a decent Scream story, and thus, never bothered with it..... until now.
With the new Scream rebootquel coming on the heels of the original film's 25th anniversary, it finally dawned on me- Ghostface is an idea. He's not just one person- he never was. And each film was a meta-commentary on the current state of Hollywood. So if I was going to do a Scream fan film, it would have to be a meta-commentary on the state of fan films, or rather, the power of them.
Fan films are incredibly powerful. They are made by dedicated fans who more often than not, upstage their Hollywood counterparts. This isn't a brag either. Some of the best fan films out there can put a big budget movie to shame with their authenticity and pure love for the source material. With that in mind, I came up with a pretty solid take on how I wanted to approach Scream. My goal was to do something I've never seen done in both a big budget movie, or a fan film. And I really think the ending for this short did just that.
If you're a fan of my work, you will probably notice the production quality of this short is significantly better than my previous films. That is 100% thanks to my cinematographer- Dylan Sides of Controlled Chaos Films. The Scream Fan Film marks my first true collaborative effort with Dylan acting as my DP for this project. Dylan is an accomplished cinematographer and brought with him a Red camera, and a bunch of really cool equipment. The film was shot in 8k, and the production value really shines here. For years, I've always had to compromise my shots due to lack of equipment- dolly shots, tracking shots etc. This was one of the first times I really didn't have to do that at all. And I loved it.
I raised $420.00 for this project. The rest came out of pocket. Production took two nights. One major lesson I learned here was that things move a lot slower when you have an actual crew helping you. But it was definitely worth it. I was actually able to just take my mind off of doing EVERYTHING, and actually focus on directing. That was definitely a blessing for me.
I knew going into this, I wanted to play Ghostface myself. I didn't do the voice, that was Michael Chaisson. But I did wanna play the actual guy, especially since Lindsey Bean, my wonderful wife, was going to be playing herself. I felt it was only right that her loving husband be the one to stalk and kill her.

[@liljamiearwood]

Cult of Ghostface?!? Nicely done! Wonderful job!

[@kimberlyterasaki4843]

Honestly, I think this is some of your best camera work yet! Clean and fluid when it needs to be, chaotic when it needs to be tense.

[@blinky500]

i wish i could take credit for that, but that credit goes to dylan sides and his awesome dolly track

[@patblogz2908]

I dont know why but i keep on rewatching this shit. The cinematography is so damn good, when the camera goes back at 1:32, the shot at 3:00, and the whole thing with all those ghostfaces. The writing is DAMN STRAIGHT too, the whole ramble about modern horror is so good i audibly kept saying "facts", the color grading is nice and editing is near perfect. GREAT JOB! Just earned yourself a new sub

[@blinky500]

Thank you.

[@petermaltezos9062]

Man I've always wanted to do a Scream Fan Film about a Ghostface cult. I had a script ready to go, I wanted it to be done professionally. However, I was young and I was too scared that no one would've taken me seriously. I'm happy that this film exists because now I am able to see exactly how mine would've turned out, I was going for the same tone and everything! This was absolutely brilliant my friend, I loved every second of it! The voice was spot on, it felt very nostalgic yet different, it captured the same essence as the original, the acting was good, it was such a beautiful fan film. Keep up the phenomenal work!

[@blinky500]

thank you!

[@Ravensikkness]

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY NUTS!!! A CULT OF GHOSTFACES???!! That is absolutely genius. Especially with the idea of that TikTok hashtag #ghostfacecult being very relevant. Like, that's just a brilliant and perfectly meta take on Scream & Ghostface. You've once again blown my mind, Chris! Beautiful job, man.

[@stusayssurprisesidney1822]

It kinda gives me cult of Chucky vibes ngl

[@chickmagnetpunkcmpunkbesti8896]

@@stusayssurprisesidney1822 That movie sucks.

[@chickmagnetpunkcmpunkbesti8896]

Dude,Scream 3 was gonna originally be about a cult of ghostface killers but the script got changed because of the colombine assholes.

[@loganmaggio8715]

This was basically the original concept for scream 3. Stu was not dead but in jail. He had his cult following carry out the killings and torture Sidney. Dimension and Weinstein f'd it all up. That's why Williamson departed from the project. He took the idea and turned into the tv show "The Following"

[@drumgod0695]

That ending was sick! 😎

[@jeremycoleman2736]

Wow! That was one of the best Scream fan film ever. Lindsey Bean may be the queen of fan films but she absolutely killed it with the confrontation with Ghostface. Lindsey you are definitely a scream queen.

[@LindseyBean]

Thank you!

[@jeremycoleman2736]

@@LindseyBean you're very welcome. 2022 is most definitely be your year.

[@Ravensikkness]

@@LindseyBean You're a really good actor, Lindsey! You're really pretty, too! (Edit:grammar)

[@LindseyBean]

@@Ravensikkness thank you!

[@Ravensikkness]

@@LindseyBean No problem, gorgeous.🥰

[@Ravensikkness]

Also... Lindsey is so cute. Love her performance here. :3

[@nathanzondo6809]

Dude my heart and mouth dropped at the end .. I'm speechless and seeing this makes me love it more as a fan I'm grateful to see this clip well put together .

[@aksuperstormproductions9720]

That ending took me for a shock! Very well done! I truly do hope you push to do more/longer scream films or a continuation in the future as this was amazing!

[@blinky500]

Only if Hollywood hires me to make Scream 6 or 7 will I continue this.

[@elenablack5985]

Stunning work, all of you! The cinematography is absolutely brilliant! Just wow!

[@revengeofthemaskfilm6189]

Thanks!

[@SoYouWantToBeAnImagineer]

Oh man, the cinematography is freaking wonderful and I love how meta the use of Lindsey and the commentary are. Awesome work as always, Chris!

[@jpboursaw4469]

ME: Uh…helo? CALLER: Tell me..do you like fan films? ME: Oh, yeah…it’s practically a hobby. CALLER: What about Blinky 500? ME: Don’t get to see ‘em often as I’d like, but always fun! It’s why I subscribe! CALLER: Even the self referential ones!?! ME: Cleverest things this side of Wes Anders--waaaaaiiitaminute, who is this!?!! CALLER: Even the one you’re watching RIGHT! NOW!!!? ME: Aww…crap. Alexa, lock all doors and windows, add another 2 cases of bullets to my shopping list. And set a reminder for a list of house damages. No, I don’t want Lindsey’s imdb page. That would be creepy. Red hair as red herring was a nice touch, though. Sigh. The things I go through for movie night…

[@blinky500]

hahaha

[@jpboursaw4469]

@@blinky500 Meh. I get moments….

[@nascar1387]

Best scream fan film!!! Just amazing !!!! Mrs reallindseybeans acting was top notch Marcos score and the voice actor was the cherry on top!!

[@MaxF-sj7ic]

Damn what a badass short film. This should’ve been a full feature though. Definitely original story idea that I would not have thought of.

[@blinky500]

if hollywood wants to hire me for scream 6, this will be my pitch.

[@Ravensikkness]

@@blinky500 I would absolutely scream if you were put on to the director's chair for Scream 6

[@blinky500]

@@Ravensikkness me too

[@ogrick]

@@blinky500 me three

[@melissam597]

@@blinky500 would you consider more Scream content? I'd love to know how you'd cover some events which take place between the films and maybe even a prequel to the 1st (covering the murder of Sidney's mother)? Really loved your Tiffany + Chucky videos btw.

[@JnEricsonx]

3:45-also the moment when I'm glad I also have a deadbolt on my front door. :)

[@dereknight861]

Oh…a “Cult Following” Verrrrry cute. But has merit

[@freddyvoorhees4293]

Acting: ✅ Cinematography: ✅ Summing up today's modern Hollywood in a nutshell: ✅ Plot twist at the end: extra credit Nice solid short film! Two thumbs up. 👍😎👍

[@acimagination7982]

not bad at all. it brought back to its roots. simple feel and it being a scream movie. nothing crazy like current horror flicks. i like how his reason for being a psychopath pain is that horror movies these days dont have imagination like they used too. franchises that go nowhere etc. i like at the end where you stuck a little of the music from scream.

[@phenomforever825mjfp]

That Fucking Awesome!!!!! The Ending Was The Best Part!!!!!

[@JnEricsonx]

1:58-moments where I'm glad that A: Fire and cops are at worst 90 seconds from my house and B: my neighbors right next door would hear if some shit happening.

[@NightmareKhaos]

I like the twist at the end with probably at least half a dozen people dressed as ghost face nice touch and made some good points

[@luisyanes1407]

Thanks for the spoiler lol .

[@luisyanes1407]

Thanks for thr spoiler lol

[@revengeofthemaskfilm6189]

We had a blast collaborating on this project! Def ready for more

[@mega6836]

I had this exact idea for Scream 5 before that dropped, hoping the cult would be led by a surviving Stu. This was another masterpiece.

[@teeholm9808]

Thas was there best Scream intro ever made...It demolishes all 5 of the industry joints...Good shit brother

[@michaelgarcia5680]

For a thousand years I lay dormant but now I HAVE RETURNED!!! Glad to be back and for this banger!

[@riofanl3638]

Damn this needs a sequel like a ghost face cult never see that before

[@foxtrotyt8898]

OMG THIS IS THE BEST FAN FILM I HAVE EVER SEEN 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@davepalmer6641]

Wow this is amazing!! What a great production and love that twist of a group

[@Moryarth_]

AWESOME!!!! Lindsey is the best! And what a quality of cinematography!!! It’s all so awesome!

[@jeremycoleman2736]

@Victor Moryarth Totally agree.

[@charmgman0118]

You know, I think I figured out something about Ghost face. He's an R-rated Scooby Doo villain. Guy (or guys) wears a costume, has an overly complicated plan, and often gets foiled by stupid reasons. Two key differences: 1. He's willing to kill to get what he wants instead of just scarying people or chasing after some kids. 2. Instead of the hero revealong their identity and explaining their plan, the villain unwittingly does it themselves.

[@TheDarkarrow7]

Once again you did not disappoint this film and Lindsey Bean’s performance where fantastic!!!

[@jeremycoleman2736]

@TheDarkarrow7 yes! Lindsey Bean is fantastic.

[@sbbassslapper]

Easily my favorite Scream since the original.

[@charmgman0118]

Nicely done as usual. Extra points for keeping the story away from Sidney and all the other returning characters. I'm really getting sick of them.

[@blinky500]

Me too.

[@freddyvoorhees4293]

@@blinky500 Honestly, as much as I love Sidney, that was what I was hoping for in Scream 5. A new protagonist and a new storyline. But still, keep the same Ghostface synopsis. Heck, why not give Ghostface a new signature weapon like a scythe or a sickle or something? Besides, stabbings went out with Bundy and Dahmer. He's starting to look like Martha Stewart with that butter knife of his.

[@koranthompson1159]

"Who the FUCK is Martha Stewart?" - Chucky

[@ogrick]

This is the type of energy I need in Scream 6 🙌🏽🔥🔥🔥

[@keitha.1580]

that caught my attention good atmosphere with most likely to see more sequals to this keep it up

[@raheimjones8896]

Love how the visual and graphics improved

[@jugghead82]

This was so Good your talent is Amazing

[@a.j5980]

👏👏 “#1 FAN FILM OF THE YEAR” This was awesome!!

[@DirectorCM]

Chris, do you LIKE scary movies?! Another great Fan-Film! As always, I love your work. The filmmaker side of my brain is somewhat compelled to recut this though, if only to mix in my voice as Ghostface for my own amusement. Sidenote: It turns out -- it was all a dream! She was never talking to anyone on the phone because it's missing the cord. 😂 Just kidding!

[@aspetty]

A cult of Ghost face...I like it

[@devil_ray5823]

I love the idea of a colt of Ghostface

[@blackjack7207]

I found this fanfilm on r/Scream and man it's amazing!. Loved every second of it. So amazing

[@blinky500]

thank you!

[@ThePhantomSafetyPin]

Okay but an entire gang of Ghostfaces has a HELL of an energy. I'm not sure what energy it has, but it's an energy.

[@jones6760]

Oh man i love this especially the idea behind that i enjoyed this fan film a lot the blue light gives a touch on Halloween and the myers masks in the corner were a cool easter egg and what i really like is the Motivation well, the reason why the killers has the idea to put on the robe and chase a victim I enjoyed it and it‘s suprised me as well good job guys 👌🏻👏🏻

[@gachaangie04]

I have no words to how amazing this is

[@masy_mezzetino]

Didn't see that ending coming

[@georgearaujo5187]

This is Genius!!! Felt nostalgic yet something different 👍🏼 it made me wish this was actually a feature film

[@mercenaryknight5419]

This beats number 5. That ending, it is like if Scream met Eyes Wide Shut (1999).

[@kidcourage5777]

HOLY SHI THAT ENDING SO GOOD KEEP IT UP

[@joegering1]

Nice work!! Was Lindsey lying about watching scaring movies…. Or does she just like to collect Michael Myers masks? Maybe just into Halloween…jack-o-lanterns with a witch’s hat. Don’t know if that was a hat tip to the season of the witch, but very nice touch with the masks!! Might’ve been others I missed. And the twist at the end 👌🏻👌🏻 Nice touch. Could you even imagine that many GFs 😳😳 Definitely enjoyed it! Great work!!

[@ItsalexhVA]

OMG YESSS THIS IS WHAT IVE BEEN WANTING SCREAM TO DO! Well done man!!

[@afm_edits]

Before watching this: "Okay how can this be different from the other Scream movies?" After watching this: "Okay damn... Did NOT see that coming..." Jokes aside, solid flick. 10/10

[@blinky500]

It’s all about that ending.

[@afm_edits]

@@blinky500 I was there at the live where you were like "I have an idea for a Scream fan film..." and left it at that.

[@blinky500]

@@afm_edits lol. Didn’t wanna spoil it.

[@afm_edits]

@@blinky500 Best of luck on that feature you're working on, brotha

[@TheBodoProduction]

This is Fantastic, Love the Cinematography!

[@sam041390]

***Warning Spoilers*** (If you decide to peak without watching this video first then that's on you, you were warned) The ending concept would be a awesome idea for Scream 6....Army of Stab fans in Ghostface costumes attacking and killing people because Glen Weathers didn't write about the events of Scream 5, so no more Stab movies could be made

[@cheaptoons]

WHOH!!! NOT EXPECTING THAT 😱😱😱😱

[@michaeltula8313]

This was good!!! I loved ghostface’s movie rant 😂

[@nicolaspajuelo]

Really fun, Awesome Work Chris!

[@Dude-oh8vq]

Nice work! Good editing too and timing with the music. Clever!

[@filmvipers]

Congrats on the 2 wins!

[@fictionschmiction4478]

Yeah I'm gonna need a full movie of this. That ending was insane, it hits differently after watching Scream 6. Amazing!

[@blinky500]

get them to hire me for scream 7 or 8.

[@damianstarks3338]

Nice new video the killer is telling the truth about movies these days.

[@neoyankeee]

This was awesome. Great stuff as usual from Blinky.

[@FrankPalangi]

Nice!!!!! I like the tribe of screams at the end ;) cool idea \m/

[@PumpkinspiceCatte]

This was awesome! You did such a great job!

[@TJGarvey]

One of your best! Loved it so much!

[@garyhernandez2577]

Nicely done love it

[@lestryofkalinto]

Beau travail! bravo aux acteurs👏, la fin étais magnifique avec l'armée de Scream🤣

[@DrAndy176]

This would be a cool concept to see happen in Scream 6 and Scream 7! 🔪

[@SurrealChapo]

omg the ending krazy sheesh

[@megabobstudios]

This is probably the greatest and best fan film you've ever made. Congrats bro and keep up the great work. You're an inspiration to many including me.

[@Matter-Dark]

Cult of GhostFace!

[@Hollywoodvampire]

Brilliant! We got Scream fan film that is shot as competent as a real movie and that ending told you in one gesture what they were about. Loved it.🔪😱

[@averageredneck5097]

Amaizing as always

[@jweinrub]

This was awesome!!!

[@Ravensikkness]

Like hello, twenty Ghostfaces is way better than two. Worse for the victims, but great for bloodshed.

[@lordvaguereal]

Fantastic film! You did a great job!

[@pjthedjbrother7326]

Do part 2 you got to do part 2 please it so excited I got the big Thumb up 👍👍👍👍👍👌🏽🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟👍👍👍 I’m mind blow🤯🤯

[@blinky500]

You fund it. I’ll film it.

[@TheScreamKing]

Very Fun! Great Work! 🔪🩸

[@scottycameron5937]

Nicely done. I love that you recreated the opening scene to the first movie and made it original at the same time. Very clever take for a Scream fan film. Just curious was "Your Number's Up" by Ice Nine Kills an inspiration for this film or are you not familiar with INK?

[@blinky500]

no it was not.

[@scottycameron5937]

@@blinky500 Okay just curious. That's all. Are you familiar with that band at all or not?

[@blinky500]

never heard of them.

[@scottycameron5937]

@@blinky500 Ice Nine Kills (INK) is a heavy metal band that uses horror themes in their music. Since their 2016 album Every Trick In The Book, they've based their music on popular works in horror. "Your Number's Up" is a bonus track on their 2018 album the Silver Scream. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXu2pZWsn95roZI They recently released a short film based on that song to connect the Silver Scream music videos and the Welcome to Horrorwood, their newest album, music videos. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5O4lWSdec-Ub9k

[@garyhernandez2577]

Been waiting for this one

[@jennifersmith2277]

OMG I LOVE IT

[@-GenDrive]

Nice work. Thanks from Germany.

[@BrianMoviesMaker]

Yeah this is by far “the best looking” thing you made

[@Bluebusters]

Wow! Really nice!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻♥️

[@Ravensikkness]

I think I need to start collecting Ghostface costumes.😈

[@Joecbg100]

Great job Chris. Casting is perfect

[@lauriefaithprescott]

Ommmgggg that was brilliant!!!!!

[@Ellie_Kat]

This needs to be the opening for Scream 7!

[@sophiecarter2363]

Always more killers and this time Dewey's got his hands full with this group.

[@vincetarallo5279]

Great twist

[@SurrealChapo]

im wowed by ghostface voice better keep him ur back pocket blinky

[@louiephillips4269]

Better than the trash we got this year.

[@featherguardian6023]

This was a Short but Scary,nightmarish,and Horrifying Fan Flim,I didn't watch the last Scream Movie but this Version of Ghostface has a good Point and a Idea that would leave anyone Speechless,all in all Great Job Blinky500 or should I call you Chris,I know your taking a Hiatus so whatever happens we will wait.

[@blinky500]

thank you!

[@featherguardian6023]

@@blinky500 Your welcome my Friend.

[@10oneluv10]

DAMN...10 Ghostfaces running at you!!!

[@lauragraham933]

Wow all them killing her at once 🔪🔪🔪🔪🔪 🔪😱 great work though everyone 👌❤️

[@chrishambrick892]

Wow brother that was fantastic I don't know how i missed that one keep up the fantastic work

[@comixproviderftw_02]

I gotta say, you’ve improved your presentation.

[@ThunderwolfOfficial]

This is magnificent. Mind blowing 😆👻

[@marissalangelo]

#Blinky500 it's so creepy how Lindsey open the door like and he comes out to her