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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Prepare yourself. THE WHISPERER IN DARKNESS is coming to St. John’s. The newest creature horror short film from @andrewgcooper.com will screen at FogFest in Newfoundland next month. Listen closely… 📻

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

As a treat for you all, we're releasing the full-length version of our horror short film STRANGERS, written and directed by @andrewgcooper.com. It's got an extra seven minutes filled with action and monsters. You can watch it on YouTube now here: youtu.be/i3ZbrDz5ER0?...

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Strangers | Creature Horror Short Film (Director's Cut)

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · 19/09/2026

Ask and ye shall receive! Enough people wanted to see it, so I'm finally sharing. Here's the full-length version of my horror short film STRANGERS. It's seven minutes longer and has *way* more monsters / puppetry in it. Give it a watch and please let me know what you think! youtu.be/i3ZbrDz5ER0

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Strangers | Creature Horror Short Film (Director's Cut)

YouTube video by Andrew G Cooper

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · 28/08/2026

Step behind the scenes and see how we made the puppet for STRANGERS!

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Step inside the creature shop to learn all about the puppet from the Strangers short film. Here's a behind-the-scenes look with Puppet Stuff Canada. youtu.be/usBrl60hAIE?...

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Inside the Creature Shop | Behind the Scenes with the Strangers Puppet

YouTube video by Solaris Productions

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · 21/08/2026

My short film STRANGERS is now available online! I'm honestly so excited to share it. It's got aliens. It's got action. It's got puppets! I'd love to hear what people think. You can it out on YouTube here: youtu.be/npICAfV5i0Y

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Strangers | Creature Horror Short Film

YouTube video by Solaris Film Productions

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Love monsters? Our horror short film STRANGERS can now be watched online from anywhere in the world! Check it out on YouTube: youtu.be/npICAfV5i0Y

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Strangers | Creature Horror Short Film

YouTube video by Solaris Film Productions

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

STRANGERS is coming. The award-winning short film will be available to view online August 21, 2026. Watch the official trailer here: youtu.be/EBssv4vTwtQ?...

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Strangers | Official Trailer

YouTube video by Solaris Film Productions

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Welcome to the Underground. Our proof of concept for UNDER THE PLAZA is out now. youtu.be/XGvy3DAhtls?...

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Under the Plaza | Circus Feature Film Proof of Concept

YouTube video by Andrew G Cooper

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

We are excited to announce our new project: The Whisperer in Darkness. A short film full of thrills, atmosphere and dread. What lurks in the darkness? The Whisperer in Darkness is directed by Andrew Cooper for Solaris Productions #horror #calgary #film #solarisproductions #behindthescenes

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

We have a YouTube channel! We’re going to start posting more videos there soon, but right now you can watch our complete puppet short film WINDCHASERS. Let us know what you think in the comments. Subscribe if you want to see more. youtu.be/y1wOy_k_m9k?...

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Windchasers (Puppet Short Film)

YouTube video by Solaris Film Productions

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Jupiter Theatre @theatrejupiter.com · 30/04/2026

Come make a movie with us! Jupiter Theatre is hiring to assist in the development of a feature film project over the summer of 2026. We’re seeking filmmakers and theatre creators to join our company in two roles: Office Administrator and Production Assistant. www.theatrejupiter.com/submissions

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · 09/01/2026

Welcome to 2026! I’m deep in development for my debut feature film Below the Silent Sky. Here’s an update of where we are at the start of the year. open.substack.com/pub/andrewgc...

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Below the Silent Sky Update #2

I'm exploring the process of making a debut feature film. Here's how it's coming along now.

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · 06/11/2025

Chatted recently with Craig McFarlane. We talked all about my short film STRANGERS with @solarisproductions.bsky.social and @theatrejupiter.com's @wingingit.ca! improv show. It was a *delightful* conversation. Listen to it here (of on Apple or Spotify): www.passingtimewithcraig.com/podcast/epis...

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Get ready Halifax. STRANGERS is heading for Hellifax Horror Fest this month! 👾 Our creature horror short film will be playing the Carbon Arc Cinema in the Shorts Package on October 19th at 3:45 pm. Ready for some monsters and mayhem? Tickets are available now: filmfreeway.com/HellifaxHorr...

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Congratulations again to our (award-winning!) cast and crew for premiering STRANGERS this past weekend. Thank you so much to Okotoks Film Festival for having us. We have our fingers—and barbed-tails—crossed we’ll be heading to another festival soon. Stay tuned for more news on this project.

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Strangers premieres tomorrow at the Okotoks Film Festival. Written and directed by @andrewgcooper.com, this short film follows a young man on a mission to save a loved one. Feast your eyes on the official trailer for Strangers! youtu.be/5WMVZWt2w1E

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Strangers | Official Trailer (Solaris Productions)

YouTube video by Solaris Film Productions

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

“Strangers” will screen at the Okotoks Film Fest this June. Written and directed by @andrewgcooper.com. We’re honoured to be nominated for the Best Visual/Special Effects award at OFF. See you in June right here in Southern Alberta!

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Director and producer @andrewgcooper.com wrote about our latest production STRANGERS in a deep dive about making a short film. Give it a read here if you’re interested in a peek behind the scenes at the filmmaking process with Solaris Productions.

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Our friends at @jupitertheatre.bsky.social are developing a new project that may look familiar to some of you. 👀

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

From the director of STRANGERS. Picture is officially *locked*. 🔒

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Abdul Malik, WGC @abdulymalik.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Hello friends. I've created a starterpack of incredible Canadian Screenwriters to follow if you're in the film industry and are looking for domestic creatives on Bluesky. If I'm missing you, let me know if you want me to add you, please. #screenwriting go.bsky.app/DSpLGMW

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · 25/11/2024

Let’s have fun. Let’s spread joy. Go out and do something that makes you happy today.

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Solaris Productions @solarisproductions.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

STRANGERS follows a young man on a mission to save a loved one while strange alien monsters invade his city. How far would you go to save someone you love? Written and directed by Andrew G Cooper, this short film stars Tristen MacLean and is set to premiere in 2025.

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