Tag: Boris Schaarschmidt

GLENDALE PARADISE in Northern California

 I am honored that The Mountain Shadow Film Society is showing GLENDALE PARADISE for their 11th Annual Short Film Competition in Walnut Creek. This is my second year at the festival, and I could not be happier to join them again.
Their Annual Short Film Competition has become an exciting addition to their program, presented each September to Society members, their guests, and the general public. The final program includes 8-12 Finalists, with a total running time of approximately 90-100 minutes in the program.

There will be a 3:30 PM and a 7:30 PM  screening on Saturday, September 20th at the Las Lomas High School Theater, each followed by a Q&A.
I can’t wait to be there again. 🙂

GLENDALE PARADISE Hits Monaco!

We are ecstatic to stay in the Mediterranean and move from Cypress to Monaco.
GLENDALE PARADISE will screen at the Monaco International Film Festival on November 30 in Monte Carlo.The Angel Film Awards – Monaco International Film Festival is a global community celebrating peace, love, and filmmaking. The AFA is a prestigious European event held in Monaco, known for its elegance and glamor. Its mission is to inspire, educate, and honor artists who raise awareness and address social issues, creating ties between international audiences. This intimate platform connects writers, directors, and producers in Monte Carlo, fostering new opportunities. While it avoids violence, the festival still attracts notable figures from the music and film industry for VIP champagne networking events.

FOREVER AFTER IN LOVE screened at LA Shorts!

FOREVER AFTER IN LOVE premiered at the packed Regal Theatre at LA Live, followed by a Q&A on stage. Nine great short films accompanied our Funnytale, which made an amazing impression. Many thanks to the LA Shorts International Film Festival for a great screening, and a big hug to the cast and crew who joined us for this special occasion.

Can’t wait for the festivals to come!

FOREVER AFTER IN LOVE premieres at LA Shorts!

I am so proud that FOREVER AFTER IN LOVE premieres at LA Shorts 2025.

Our fairytale screens in Short Program 19 on July 19 at 7:45 pm at the  Regal Cinemas LA Live.

LA Shorts International Film Festival, now in its 29th year, ranks among the most prestigious and largest international short film festivals in the world, and the longest-running short film festival in Los Angeles

The Festival is accredited by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts BAFTA and the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television (ACCT), and Sciences of Spain (Goya Awards).

Looking forward to seeing you at the screening.
Boris

GRAMPS 2nd place at Horror Hotel Film Festival

I am so happy that GRAMPS scored 2nd place in the Micro Film category at the International Horror Hotel Film Festival. Congrats to the cast and crew!

GRAMPS checks into the Horror Hotel Film Festival

Old GRAMPS continues his travels and will screen next at The International Horror Hotel Film Festival in Northeast Ohio.
Join us for some scary morning films on Saturday, June 21st at 10:30 am in the shorts section, Room B at the Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport Hotel in Middleburg. GRAMPS is also nominated for best MICRO FILM – HORROR ⭐, so cross your fingers.

 

MOM’S CALLING – dare to answer?

Check out “Mom’s Calling”. I shot this quick scare last semester with a class of some very talented CINE students at the New York Film Academy stage in Glendale. 

 

 

GRAMPS premieres in Atlanta

I am ecstatic that GRAMPS will screen at the Atlanta Mirco Film Festival.

This fast-paced one-day event brings together an exciting mix of filmmakers and film lovers to celebrate short-form storytelling at its boldest. From dark comedies and experimental pieces to animation, documentaries, and clever micro-horror, they showcase films that make their mark and leave you thinking. The festival is all about films that say a lot in very little time. Every film is under five minutes, but the ideas, emotions, and surprises are anything but small.

Screenings take place on May 10th, at the Limelight Theater with curated blocks throughout the day, filmmaker Q&As, and a laid-back vibe that keeps things fresh and welcoming. GRAMPS screens in “Quick Frights” Shorts#7 starting at 6:30 pm. Hurry up and tell your friends in Atlanta, tickets are selling out quickly.

Let’s make some NOISE in Wisconsin!

The MidWest WeirdFest picked up NOISE and will screen it on March 9 at 12 p.m. at the Micon Downtown Cinema in Eau Claire in Shorts#4, “THE W[EIRD] FILES.”

As one of Filmfreeway’s top 100 reviewed festivals, it is dedicated to exhibiting and promoting independent films and focuses on weird cinema from all around the world. The festival team wants MidWest WeirdFest to evoke the awe and chills of the sideshow alley of a dark carnival, a place filled with wonders, terrors, and forbidden surprises. So join us for a night of frights and enjoy NOISE on the big screen.

WIZ TEST – a short comedy about Number 3

Enjoy this fun scene I shot with CINE students last semester at NYFA. We just wanted to have fun with some “show, don’t tell”.