There are moments when a project levels up—and CarnEvil Freakshow just had one of them.
With Jeremy Hawa officially signing on as director, the film takes a major step toward becoming exactly what it was always meant to be: a visually striking, unapologetically intense horror experience that doesn’t just scare audiences—it pulls them straight into its twisted world.
Hawa isn’t the kind of director who plays it safe. His strength sits right at the intersection of style and substance—someone who understands that horror isn’t just about shock value, it’s about atmosphere, tension, and creating images that stick in your head long after the credits roll. That’s exactly what this project demands.
And this isn’t just any horror story.
At its core, CarnEvil Freakshow is built on a dark, almost mythological premise—where brutal acts of violence awaken a force from Hell itself, unleashing a terrifying carnival of vengeance on those who deserve it.
It’s not subtle. It’s not meant to be.
It’s bold, visceral, and morally twisted in all the right ways.
A Director Who Fits the World
Jeremy Hawa’s involvement signals something important—this isn’t being treated like a small, throwaway genre film. It’s being approached with intention.
The world of CarnEvil Freakshow is layered. It blends psychological horror, supernatural revenge, and old-school carnival nightmare imagery into something that feels both familiar and completely original.
That kind of tone only works if the director understands balance and Hawa lives right in that sweet spot.
The Team Behind the Madness
This is where the project really separates itself.
Steve Ross (Creator / Executive Producer) –
Napolean Award Winner for “Best Original Screenplay”
The architect of CarnEvil Freakshow. Ross built the entire world—from concept to character mythology—creating a fully developed universe designed for expansion, not just a single film. His strength is vision and world-building.
Jeremy Hawa (Director)
Brings the visual and tonal execution. Focused on atmosphere, pacing, and delivering a cinematic experience that connects beyond surface-level horror.
Jeff Caperton (Producer – Emmy Award Winner
Focused on production execution—bringing structure, logistics, and the ability to move the project from development into reality. The “get it done” side of the operation.
Mark Anthony Baca (Producer / FX) – Emmy Award Winner
Adds creative development strength and project shaping. Helps refine the material into something that works both creatively and commercially.
Jimmy Star (Producer / Media & Promotion)
Handles visibility and audience reach. With a background in entertainment media and promotion, he brings built-in marketing power—something most indie films completely lack.
Looking for Investors
The project is currently seeking investors to move into full production and capitalize on its strong concept, developed world, and growing creative team.
This is an opportunity to get in early on a horror property with clear franchise potential, a defined audience, and a director now attached to execute the vision at a high level.
Serious inquiries are now open https://carnevilfreakshow.com