Nevermore Film Festival 2026

IT’S ONLY A NIGHTMARE, CHARLIE BROWN - PG-13 Animated, Fantasy, and Horror Shorts

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IT’S ONLY A NIGHTMARE, CHARLIE BROWN

PG-13 Animated, Fantasy, and Horror Shorts       

(Various Countries, 88 min)

 

113 WORDS FOR YOU TODAY

(China, Taiwan, United States, 13 min, 2025)

On a frozen planet where every word costs energy, a worker endures silence, storms, and solitude, saving his words for the one that matters most.

Director: Bo Qing Tang & Lan Zeng

 

CREATURE OF THE DEEP

(US, 11 min, 2025)

While visiting home, a queer college freshman is brought by her parents to meet a reclusive elderly uncle who controls the family's estate.

Director: Angus Reardon

 

DUNGEON CRAWLER

(US, 3 min, 2025)

A woman finds a strange video game at an abandoned flea market.

Director: Torey Haas

 

ELVIRA

(Canada, 10 min, 2025)

In a sleepy seaside community, where secrets simmer beneath the surface, a woman obsessed with mystery novels becomes convinced that her chicken can solve crimes. But when her prized poulet suddenly goes missing, whispers of fowl play begin to spread. Miss Marple meets Doctor Doolittle, ELVIRA is a strange, dark, and comedic ride—feathers are going to be ruffled.

Director: Sarah Segal-Lazar

 

FOREIGN BODIES

(UK, 4 min, 2025)

A simple itch descends into an outbreak with many legs. Certain things will always find their way to the surface.

Director: Lysander Wong

 

HELLWRITING

(Spain, 1 min, 2025)

Watch out for the bad handwriting.

Directors; Abril Garcia, Guilliana Ramirez

 

THE LAST BELL (“La Ultima Campanada”)

(Spain, 12 min, 2025)

In 1817, the Vurdalak haunts the shadows of a lonely village, snatching children without a trace—leaving only his chilling laughter behind. Lorenzo, a battle-scarred soldier, sets out to stop him and protect his newborn son. His wife, Margarita, lives by one warning: “If you hear the last bell toll at midnight, don’t open the door.”

In Spanish with English subtitles.

Director: Alberto Cano

 

LIGHTS

(Spain, 5 min, 2025)

When night falls, the city lights up thanks to the great machine. The one who takes care of it, is the inventor, but he’s not alone. Small creatures live in the lightbulbs of the tower and see the inventor’s struggle as the machine deteriorates, so they decide to help him. But, how easy will it be to help someone who doesn't want that help?

No Dialogue.

Directors: Aitana Cantero Velasco & María Isabel Sáiz Romero

 

MOVING

(US, 9 min, 2025)

Reeling from the news of his family’s upcoming move, a ten-year-old boy makes a magical birthday wish to ‘never move.’ That night, he turns to stone.

Director: Nat Rovit

 

THE OTHER (L'AUTRE)

(France, 4 min, 2025)

At 3:15 a.m., Lise is awakened by a strange noise. Dan has disappeared from the marital bed, and a disturbing clue lies on the sheet. Armed with her lantern and her courage, Lise goes to look for Dan in the apartment.

In French with English subtitles

Director: Cyril Ferment

 

THE PAPER GHOST (“Il Fantasma di carta”)

(Italy, 6 min, 2025)

Edgar Allan Poe is devastated by the loss of his beloved Annabelle.

During a sleepless night, the girl's ghost visits him. Desperate at not being able to reach her, he turns his study upside down, injuring his hand, he discovers that he has a particular power that will allow him to write his stories without great effort and that will make him achieve, despite himself, his long-awaited desire.

No dialogue.

Director: Fulvio Davide Ricca

 

A VOICE IN THE MIST

(Spain, 6 min, 2025)

After the disappearance of her daughter in strange circumstances, an old woman and her dog must prevent the same thing from happening to her granddaughter.

No Dialogue.

Directors: María Cristina Sánchez de Toca Gómez, Sara (Ru) Martín

 

WILD EXCUSES (“Wilde Ausreden”)

(Germany, 4 min, 2025)

When Gordon shows up late for his date with Alyx, his explanations spiral out of control: a broken-down car, a mad scientist, and zombies. But Alyx doesn’t believe a single word. This is an independent fan film created solely for entertainment purposes. LEGO® and the LEGO logo are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this film.

In German with English subtitles

Director: Felix Kowarsch

113 WORDS FOR YOU TODAY

(China, Taiwan, United States, 13 min, 2025)

On a frozen planet where every word costs energy, a worker endures silence, storms, and solitude, saving his words for the one that matters most.

Director: Bo Qing Tang & Lan Zeng


Director Biography - Bo Qing Tang, Lan Zeng


Bo Qing and Lan are an animation director and screenwriter duo who have collaborated for over 20 years. Based between Chengdu and Los Angeles, they have led creative teams on a wide range of animated projects, from shorts to feature films. Their work includes the award-winning animated short Entrance Exam and the feature film Hidden Dragon. Known for their emotionally resonant storytelling and visually distinctive style, their films have earned recognition both domestically and internationally, reflecting a unique voice that bridges cultures and genres.

  • Year
    2025
  • Runtime
    13 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States, China, Taiwan
  • Premiere
    North Carolina Premiere
  • Director
    Bo Qing Tang, Lan Zeng
  • Screenwriter
    Bo Qing Tang
  • Producer
    Bo Qing Tang
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