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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

SCORCH MARKS is out NOW! Join us for the queer horror apocalypse! Available to stream on @mydekkoo.bsky.social!

A poster for the 2026 feature film SCORCH MARKS, featuring Brandon Shypkowski as lead character Beckett centered in warm hues with what appear to be burnt edges bordering him and shadowy hands reaching out from the dark.

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I’m taking over @mydekkoo.bsky.social’s social media tomorrow to celebrate the release of my film SCORCH MARKS! Come hang out with our cast/crew! #scorchmarks #dekkoofilms #queerhorror

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

SCORCH MARKS is officially out now! I'm a proud producer of this apocalyptic queer horror that marks the feature film directorial debut of @brendohales.bsky.social. A truly remarkable cast & crew...and an undeniably sumptuous nightmare. October begins at the end! Watch now on @mydekkoo.bsky.social!

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Our very own Brandon Shypkowski and Chris Salvatore talking Scorch Marks on Out Loud & Laughing: The Podcast. #scorchmarks #dekkoofilms #queerhorror

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The FOUR SEASONS OF FEAR campaign has officially launched! Speaking as both a contributor and the book's co-editor, I'm incredibly proud of this anthology and the amazing line-up of legendary creators and seasonal scares they've prepared for you! Check it out! www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta...

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Four Seasons of Fear: A Year of Queer Horror

Four Seasons of Fear: A Year of Queer Horror is a full-color comics anthology of LGBTQ+ horror stories centered around annual events.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

In just a few short hours, we'll be celebrating 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT ZOMBIES at the legendary Ripped Bodice in Culver City from 7-9pm! I'll be in conversation with @stephcampisi.bsky.social and @veronicabane.bsky.social to talk all things ZomRomCom and beyond! www.eventbrite.com/e/hazel-grav...

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Hazel Graves LA Book Event for 10 Things I Hate About Zombies

To celebrate 10 Things I Hate About Zombies, we're hosting an LA book event with author Hazel Graves on Tuesday, September 22nd at 7pm.

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Two cover issues in one month?! Big thank you to both GRAB magazine and Q Magazine for covering Scorch Marks.

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Stacked Deck Press @stackeddeckpress.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The @kickstarter.com campaign for Four Seasons of Fear: A Year of Queer Horror launches Tuesday, September 29! This features stories from @davidbooher.bsky.social, @bjcolangelo.bsky.social, @losthiskeysman.bsky.social, and more! Edited by @michaelvarrati.bsky.social and @taramavery.bsky.social!

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

A little behind the scenes never hurt nobody. Scorch Marks hits streaming Oct 1st!

Me directing cast Vander Von Odd and Brandon Shypkowski on location for Scorch Marks.

Me directing with my cinematographers on location for Scorch Marks.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Thrilled to be back at FilmOut San Diego today, who 2 years ago hosted the CA premiere of my last feature...and now I've returned as the proud producer of TWO projects screening at the fest: Feature SCORCH MARKS and short GET INTO THE SPIRIT. Can't wait to celebrate both. Viva queer cinema!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

I cannot wait for this discussion and urge readers with a taste for love and fright to join us!

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Check it out! The good folks at @queerty.com have the exclusive on the SCORCH MARKS trailer debut! WATCH AT THE LINK!

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Cinebeth @cinebeth.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I got to talk to @michaelvarrati.bsky.social and Brendan Haley about Scorch Marks and then I preview the queer horror Michael McQuiggan programmed for Filmout that starts Thursday! So support the fest and especially queer horror! youtu.be/OuaIYeFvtbE?...

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San Diego LGBTQ+ film festival showcases queer horror

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Thank you to @kpbssandiego.bsky.social and @cinebeth.bsky.social for having @michaelvarrati.bsky.social and I on talking about Scorch Marks ahead of its premiere next week, as well as making queer horror cinema in a modern market! Listen to the full conversation here: www.kpbs.org/podcasts/cin...

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Queer horror at the end of the world

Cinema Junkie talks about queer horror and indie filmmaking with Michael Varrati and Brendan Haley, the filmmakers behind "Scorch Marks," a new apocalyptic supernatural horror tale. Their film will ha...

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Check it out! The stars of SCORCH MARKS, Chris Salvatore and Brandon Shypkowski, stop by the LEFT OF STR8 podcast to talk about their experience making the movie, the state of queer horror and more! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Chris Salvatore & Brandon Shypkowski on Scorch Marks, Queer Horror & Darker Roles

Podcast Episode · Left of Str8 Podcasts · August 5 · 55m

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

The legendary FilmOut San Diego returns Aug 21-23 and they've just dropped their festival trailer! We're thrilled to share that TWO June Gloom projects, SCORCH MARKS and GET INTO THE SPIRIT, are part of this year's fest (and feat. in the trailer)! If you're in San Diego, go! youtu.be/wpM0ZJ9wpAQ?...

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Official 2026 FilmOut San Diego Film Festival Trailer

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

If you're at San Diego Comic-Con, catch me on a double feature of horror panels TONIGHT (Friday): - QUEER HORROR, 6:30PM - 7:30PM, Room 10 - FANGORIA: FIRST IN FRIGHT, 8:00PM - 9:00PM, Room 23ABC It'll be a ghastly good time! cc: @prismcomics.bsky.social and @fangoria.bsky.social

A panel advertisement for the Queer Horror panel at San Diego Comic-Con, featuring panelists Drusilla Adeline, Daniel Montgomery, William O. Tyler, Casey Gilly, C.J. Arellano, Vander Von Odd, and host Michael Varrati. Details: Friday, July 24th at the San Diego Convention Center, 6:30-7:00PM, Room 10. A Prism Comics Panel.

A panel advertising Michael Varrati's appearance on the Fangoria panel. It reads "Fangoria: Live at SDCC with Michael Varrati (Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Writer & Director) + Other Surprise Special guests. Friday, July 24th, 8:00PM, Room 23ABC

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Happy Birthday to my fellow candy corn enthusiast and dear friend, the mighty @horrorgirlprobs.bsky.social! Not only does this fright-forward dynamo make me feel like it's Halloween all year round, but she's got big Final Girl energy. Someone should put her in a movie. 😉🎂

A film still of Angel Melanson from an undisclosed project.

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Check out this awesome poster reveal for filmmaker @brendohales.bsky.social's SCORCH MARKS! Coming to streaming on October 1st! Or, if you can't wait, there's an advance screening/premiere at FilmOut San Diego on August 22nd! The Queer Horror Apocalypse is upon us!

A poster for the motion picture SCORCH MARKS, featuring lead actor Brandon Shypkowski centered in orange, reminiscent of flames, as ghostly hands reach out of the smoke toward him.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Hey ghouls! Attending #SDCC? Come find me! Not only am I hosting the Queer Horror panel, I'll also be appearing on the Fangoria and Troma panels...as well as doing some signings at the Prism Comics booth! Let's celebrate fabulous fright, reel independence, and all-around geekery together!

A schedule graphic that depicts Michael Varrati standing in front of a hypnotic swirl. Text lists his appearances at San Diego Comic-Con International, which include:
Thursday, July 23rd
Signing at Prism Comics Booth (#2144), 1:00PM - 2:00PM

Friday, July 24th
Queer Horror Panel - 6:30PM, Room 10
Fangoria Panel - 8:00PM, Room 23ABC

Saturday, July 25th
Signing at Prism Comics Booth (#2144), 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Troma Panel - 9:00PM, Room 25ABC

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

My friendship with @bjcolangelo.bsky.social spans decades and coasts...and through it all, she's always been an unparalleled talent, artist, community leader, and human. She constantly shows up and speaks out for those whose voices need support. Now it's our turn to help her. gofund.me/120701466

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Donate to BJ Needs A New Mouth (Keep Her Yappin'), organized by Amelia Emberwing

If you're reading this, you're not new to the fact that eventually the "pass … Amelia Emberwing needs your support for BJ Needs A New Mouth (Keep Her Yappin')

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

This year's Chainsaw Awards will once again be written & directed by our own @michaelvarrati.bsky.social ...and we suspect will feature some familiar faces. But, before we get to the big night, you gotta vote, vote, VOTE!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Coming July 4th! I'm thrilled to share that 7 short films written and directed by yours truly are coming to BloodstreamTV as part of an exclusive collection that's debuting at the beginning of the month. Queer horror, one and all, this is the first time all of these titles have existed in one place!

A stylized image of a man holding a bloody stapler. Text reads "The Films of Michael Varrati"

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Here we go!!!!!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

From the vaults! Back in 2019, drawing inspiration from SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK, sensational artist @ccimoroni.bsky.social created these illustrations of me centered around my show at the time, DEAD FOR FILTH. I recently stumbled across these again and they remain among my very favorite.

A illustration of me by Christian Cimoroni, done in the SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK style.

A illustration of me by Christian Cimoroni, done in the SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK style, now set against a black back ground with a red border. Text reads "Dead for Filth" and a tagline says "All Things Queer Horror & Beyond"

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Come hear us talk about all things frightening and fabulous at the Queer Horror panel, this weekend at Q Con! June 20th, 2pm, Art Room 2, West Hollywood's Plummer Park!

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Rebecca Stone Gordon @meanlouise.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

There’s this movie called There’s a Zombie Outside that all the kids are talking about! Sounds essential to me!

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Thank you @fangoria.bsky.social for breaking the news! Excited to finally share our first official images from SCORCH MARKS. See you in September! www.fangoria.com/scorch-marks...

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LGBTQ+ Survival Horror SCORCH MARKS Celebrates Completion With New Images

Celebrate Pride Month with new images from Chainsaw Awards alumni Brendan Haley's LGBTQ horror film SCORCH MARKS.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

As a queer filmmaker, it should come as no surprise that I take solace in films. This Pride...and always...I encourage you to look to cinema as part of your celebration. Queer films are powerful mechanisms of joy, affirmation, and resistance. The empowering impact of a story can be immeasurable.

A still frame from THE ADVENTURES OF PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT, depicting the film's trio of drag queens standing at the edge of a canyon, backs to the camera, and gazing to the horizon.

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Does anyone know who's handling Melanie C's publicity bookings these days? We noticed she's been making the rounds in support of her new album and there's a certain cult film we'd LOVE to discuss with her.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

FANGORIA PRESENTS: VAMPIRES! For this special collector's edition, I penned a piece all about blue collar vampires and the undead's 20th century shift from aristocrat to working stiff. I'm honored to share the pages with an array of amazing writers who all bring fangtastic views! Pre-order now!!!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

FEBRUARY THE 14TH is coming to Four Seasons of Fear: A Year of Queer Horror! Written by me! Art by the sensational @brendohales.bsky.social! Part of a frighteningly fun horror anthology from @stackeddeckpress.bsky.social! Sign up for updates!!!

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Rondo voting ends tomorrow, May 1st, at midnight! Consider casting your vote for S'MORE OF THE WORLDS, if you haven't already!!!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

The rumors are true! Peaches Christ and I are taking SLEEPAWAY CAMP: THE MIDNIGHT MASS EXPERIENCE on tour...and we're bringing the iconic Felissa Rose with us! 8 cities, lots of hijinks, and plenty of CAMP appeal! Dates and tickets available at peacheschrist.com!

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Reminder: S'MORE OF THE WORLDS was nominated for a Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Award in the category of "Best Short Film!" Do the Blob a favor and consider voting for us! Information on how to vote below! Find the full ballot here: rondoaward.com/rondoaward.c...

An image of a marshmallow on a stick over an open fire...and pink slimy tendrils reach up for the marshmallow. Text on the image reads:
"S'more of the Worlds was nominated for BEST Short Film at this year's Rondo Awards!
Here's How to Vote:
Email: taraco@aol.com
Subject: Rondo Vote
Message:
Best Short Film: S'MORE OF THE WORLDS
(And whatever else you want to vote for)
Include your name in the message - one vote per email address!

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Fanbase Press @fanbasepress.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Fanbase Press' @barbrajdillon.bsky.social Interviews @taramavery.bsky.social & @michaelvarrati.bsky.social on the Upcoming @kickstarter.com Campaign Launch for the Comic Book Anthology, ‘Four Seasons of Fear,’ with @stackeddeckpress.bsky.social fanbasepress.com/press/interv...

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Shop til you drop! I'm beyond excited to share this news...and thrilled to be adapting @adamcesare.bsky.social's wildly ominous comic series to screen. Shout out to Adam and Not The Funeral Home for trusting me to take you all to the DEAD MALL! Read all about it here: variety.com/2026/film/ne...

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‘Dead Mall’ Comic Series Set for Movie Adaptation; Michael Varrati to Write Cosmic Horror Screenplay (EXCLUSIVE)

Adam Cesare's cosmic horror comic series 'Dead Mall' will be getting a feature film adaptation.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Artists and audience alike, it's time we had a talk: "Camp" is not a dirty word. @philnobilejr.bsky.social graciously allowed me space in this week's Monstrous Musings to share my thoughts/defense of this important artistic tool! Go read: manage.kmail-lists.com/subscription...

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MONSTROUS MUSINGS

"Camp" Is Not A Dirty Word

By Michael Varrati

(Editor's note: This week I'm passing the Monstrous Musings mic to my friend and colleague, filmmaker Michael Varrati. We've been commenting on the state of the industry via text and phone calls for years, and a piece of news this week sparked an interesting dialogue, so l encouraged Michael to write down his thoughts about it. He did not disappoint! - PN)

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

You know, rather than watch that one show...maybe go read something new. Here's a list of 246 genre (fantasy, sci-fi, horror, etc.) books written by trans/nonbinary/genderqueer/gender nonconforming authors featuring similarly identified characters. Go, go, go! www.goodreads.com/list/show/93...

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Trans SFF by Trans Authors - #ownvoices (246 books)

246 books based on 98 votes: An Unkindness of Ghosts by Rivers Solomon, Pet by Akwaeke Emezi, Chameleon Moon by RoAnna Sylver, Eric Olafson : Space Pirat...

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Woke up to discover that our short film S'MORE OF THE WORLDS has been nominated for Best Short Film and @midnightmasspod.bsky.social has been nominated for Best Podcast by the legendary Rondo Awards! Truly an honor! If you're so inclined, vote here: rondoaward.com/rondoaward.c...

The poster for S'MORE OF THE WORLDS, depicting the Blob's tendrils reaching for a marshmallow on a stick.

A promotional image for the Midnight Mass podcast, depicting hosts Peaches Christ and Michael Varrati in a pastiche of the American Gothic painting.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

...not saying this for any particular reason, but at the Chainsaw Awards we let the winners talk for as long as they want.

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Obligatory promo post… if you liked The Singers just wait till you see the incredible makeup and creature work Bunny did on Scorch Marks this Fall!

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Brendan Haley @brendohales.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

You heard it here, our dear Bunny is the reason our casts and films look so stylish… that’s an Oscar well deserved!

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June Gloom Productions @junegloomprod.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Bunny has been a crucial part of many June Gloom projects, including THERE'S A ZOMBIE OUTSIDE and the upcoming SCORCH MARKS! We're so proud and excited for her!!!! GO BUNNY!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

PUNK GOES HORROR II is out now! Edited by William Sterling, this thrashin' anthology is filled with wild stories, including one written by yours truly all about a punk bar's drag night gone horribly awry! It's a creature feature in heels! Check it out! www.trubornpress.com/shop/p/pgh2

An author page from PUNK GOES HORROR II: HARDCORE FOR THE ENCORE, featuring Michael Varrati and the title of his story "Fem in a Black Leather Jacket." In this black and white photo, Varrati holds a vinyl record with a bloody hand.

The cover image for PUNK GOES HORROR II, featuring the title in stylized font over a black and white image of punks in a mosh pit.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Alternatively, when me and the gang get together to make movies...we'll add MORE gay elements if we don't feel there's enough. Love that establishing shot of the neighborhood? Guess what? It's gay now.

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