Gray Matter

Based on a Stephen King story, this short film is filled with impressive natural effects. But what is most significant is the emotional atmosphere that director Red Clark creates. He and his believable cast, including a great Larry Fessenden and esteemed Chicago theater actor Aaron Christensen, honestly capture the rhythms of rural life and its grizzled inhabitants. Everyone who grew up, awestruck and outcast, in such circumstances will find a piece of their past magnified, wisely, onscreen for them here.

I was lucky enough to be apart of the Stephen King Rules Dollar Baby Film Festival and I was able to see this film and omg.... this was insane! One of the best dollar baby films I've seen. Amazing job to everyone involved!

This short film really nails the spirit of the King short story. Loved the gooey practical effects! The actors all do a good job at selling the fear and paranoia as well. Check it out!!

Red Clark's take on Stephen King's eerie short tale is an effective old school, practical effects driven monster romp. It feels like a love letter to nutso horror films from the 80's, but never falls into kitschy "retro vibe" territory. It's very reminiscent of Stuart Gordon's early work with gooey gore and a fantastic, intense score. It's campy but takes itself and the craft seriously. Highly recommend for anyone with a taste for gooey gore or atmospheric style. Seek it out genre fans.

This movie is really uncomfortable and really gross and it's absolutely amazing for it, the direction is superb, the visual effects are outstanding, i sat watching talking to a producer and we were discussing how it's better than most Hollywood big budget horror movies. Outstanding.