Dead Media

Dead Media is a genre blend of drama, horror, and thriller. The story follows a struggling young woman and her uncle, a lonely man with a hipster aesthetic. Their movie night takes a turn when they encounter a haunted DVD, leading to an event that cannot be stopped.

Written and directed by Joseph Scrimshaw, who also served as a producer alongside Joe Lynch and Vinny Rutherford, the film was produced by Strange Path Productions. The main cast includes Sammi-Jack Martincak as Maggie Sloke, James Urbaniak as Dr. Sven Rendall, Sam Landman as Uncle Heppy Sloke, and Anna Sundberg as Rita Nast. Other roles are played by Jessica Fenton and John Middleton. The production features a total of 22 credited cast members, including a cameo by Bill Corbett and various performers from the Minnesota theater and film community.

Released on October 20, 2025, the film has a runtime of 99 minutes.