Late Night at Video-Smart (2026)
Director: Dustin Tidwell
Cast: Robert Posey, Steve Sullivan, Nick Denetdale, Aidan Kemm, Iz Zamora
Did you know? The film's eerie video store set was built in a real, abandoned Blockbuster, and the crew reported hearing the faint sound of rewinding tapes from empty shelves during late-night shoots.
Why Watch: Forget blockbuster CGI—"Late Night at Video-Smart" delivers a masterclass in minimalist tension, using a single, eerie shift to explore isolation and the uncanny. This short film’s unsettling atmosphere and a powerhouse performance will haunt you long after the credits roll, making it a must-watch for fans of smart, slow-burn horror. If you crave stories that linger in the dark corners of your mind, this is your next obsession.
A late-night clerk at a neighborhood video rental shop finds himself in an unsettling and mysterious situation.