Indie Horrors Hit Birmingham and Norwich IHS Showcase

The Independent Horror Society (IHS) is taking its Indie Film Showcase across the UK this autumn, giving audiences in Birmingham and Norwich the chance to see a collection of short films that have already proved a hit in London. The event arrives at The Mockingbird Cinema on 11 September before moving on to Voodoo Daddy’s in Norwich on 27 November.

The showcases are built around more than two hours of short-form horror from a diverse roster of filmmakers. The line-up spans psychological chillers, supernatural tales and pitch-black comedy, highlighting both UK talent and international voices. For the IHS, which has supported grassroots horror for over a decade and now counts more than 2,100 members, the roadshow format allows these films to reach new audiences while building stronger community connections.

Among the highlights are Alexa, Stop. by Sam Dixon, in which a faulty smart device becomes a sinister presence, and Babushka by Jon James Smith, where a cursed doll threatens a mother and daughter. Colin G. Cooper’s Bath Bomb turns a romantic evening into something far darker, while I See You’re Alone by Danielle Spontak uses music itself as the source of terror. Other entries include Make Me a Pizza, Moonlight Haunts, Nettle Day, Square Peg, The Birdwatcher, The Eyes of Marge, The Feed, The Tunnel and Wild Animal.

Each story approaches horror from a different angle: from domestic dread and folklore to body horror and the absurd. Taken together, they underline the breadth of the genre at short-film level, where limited budgets often foster creative risks.

The Independent Horror Society has also linked the Showcase to its Creators Fund, with 20% of profits from ticket sales directed back into future projects. It is an approach designed to make the event more than just a screening, turning audiences into active supporters of the next wave of filmmakers.

Doors open at 6:30pm in both cities, with screenings beginning at 6:45pm and a short break midway. Ticket prices are reduced for IHS members, with additional discounts available for Pro members.

By expanding the Showcase beyond London, the IHS continues its effort to decentralise the UK horror scene and champion filmmakers outside the capital. For those attending, the events offer not only a packed slate of new short films but also a chance to meet like-minded fans, network with creators, and contribute directly to the future of independent horror.

For more information and to book tickets, visit independenthorrorsociety.com

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