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On October 27, 2024, Bloody Marvelous Pictures released the trailer for I’ll Be Glad When You’re Dead and launched an Indiegogo campaign, The Last Slash, with exclusive perks for supporters. The team has already completed the majority of filming, with only four days needed to capture the final scenes and bring the project to completion. You can grab one of the new I’ll Be Glad When You’re Dead Indiegogo perks here.
Director Sean Parker, aiming to shake up the indie horror scene, delivers a tense setup: school bullies trapped in a Cold War bunker with a relentless masked killer. It’s a promising premise that pits the students against each other in a struggle to survive, making this campaign a must-watch for horror fans and supporters of indie cinema.
The cast and crew behind I’ll Be Glad When You’re Dead come from Ottawa’s film community, known for producing thrillers and holiday movies for networks like Hallmark and Lifetime. These experienced filmmakers bring a professional touch to the production, crafting a polished look on a budget. The trailer showcases well-composed shots with atmospheric lighting, revealing the talents of the film’s Director of Photography, Caelan Benn.
Filming took place at the Diefenbunker, Canada’s Cold War Museum in Carp, Ontario. This multi-floor underground structure was built as a fallout shelter during the Cold War and now serves as an eerie backdrop for the film’s cat-and-mouse horror. Sean Parker recalls his inspiration for the setting: “I was in my early twenties, and at that point, I had visited the Diefenbunker… I thought this would be a great place for a horror film.” The bunker’s narrow halls and haunting atmosphere contribute significantly to the film’s visual tension.
The Diefenbunker isn’t new to filmmaking; it’s hosted several productions over the years, including The Sum of All Fears(2002) and Zygote (2017). The site offers unique access to Cold War artifacts, adding a touch of historical authenticity to the set design. According to the museum’s curators, about 10% of its funding comes from event rentals, making it a practical yet atmospheric location for I’ll Be Glad When You’re Dead.
Inspired by indie icons like Kevin Smith and Robert Rodriguez, Sean Parker has taken a DIY approach, funding the initial 16 days of filming himself. Reflecting on this journey, Parker said, “I thought someone would just discover me without me doing anything. That was a lazy, naive approach… I looked into how Smith got his start and realized I needed to bet on myself.” For horror fans, this means an earnest indie project with a director committed to his vision.
The film’s cast is a mix of emerging talents who bring a fresh, raw energy to their roles. Parker’s casting process focused on finding performers who embodied their characters from the first audition. Colby Frost sets the tone with a chilling opener in the trailer, while Marianna Kokkinos and Allegra Nocita provide strong supporting performances. Parker notes, “I was waiting for the right actor to bring each character to life, and that’s exactly what they did.”
With the Indiegogo campaign, fans can get the Campaign-Exclusive BluRay, which will include special features about the making of the film. For those without BluRay players, a digital download option is available. “The response has been really great, and we love how excited everyone is for the movie,” Parker said, hinting at more perks to come as the campaign progresses.
Title: I’ll Be Glad When You’re Dead
Production Company: Bloody Marvelous Pictures
Director: Sean Parker
Subgenre: Slasher
Release Date: Fall 2025
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