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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Aug 29

First behind-the-scenes look at my short film, Behind.

Taken in April, here we are playing back cinematographer Gavin White’s beautiful first shot of production.
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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · May 30

Outlander if it was just a wee guy that time travelled instead of a resourceful nurse.
#outlander

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Trapped in an Outlandish Past | TIME LAIRD #timetravel #scottishhumour #outlander #sketchcomedy

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · May 3

They said no. So we made it anyway.
How Behind, a post-apocalyptic satire about sentient butts went from years of rejection to a 4-day shoot across Scotland and why it might be the best thing I’ve ever made.

#IndieFilm #ShortFilm #Filmmaking #BehindFilm #ScottishFilm #DIYFilmmaking #PostProduction

They Said No — So We Made It Anyway

How Years of Rejection Finally Pushed Me to Make My Short Without Funding

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · May 2

The End is Rear.
First look at the concept poster for Behind, a post-apocalyptic satire two years in the making.

Written and directed by Alessio Avezzano
Festivals incoming 2025/26.

#BehindFilm #FirstLook #ShortFilm #IndieFilm #GenreCinema #PostApocalyptic #FilmPoster

Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 28

WE ARE FUNDED! 🎉
Thank you to everyone who backed, shared, encouraged, and believed in Straw — you’ve brought Grimshore Isle to life.

We’re now in InDemand if you still want to join the cult!
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you.

👉 igg.me/at/strawfilm...

#IndieFilm

Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 27

90% funded.
£1,400 left.
12 hours to go. ⏳

Time to call in those favours. Wake up your rich aunt. Message your friend’s angel investor.

It’s Sunday — but legends are made today.
igg.me/at/strawfilm...

#StrawFilm #FolkHorror #FinalHours #IndieFilm #SupportIndieFilm #Crowdfunding #IndieHorror

Straw - A Folk Horror Comedy Short

Living up to parents’ expectations can be murder. | Check out 'Straw - A Folk Horror Comedy Short' on Indiegogo.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 26

We’re over 80% funded — so close to making STRAW a reality!

If you’ve been thinking about jumping in, now’s the time.
Every pledge and every share in these final hours makes a massive difference.

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#indiehorror #indiefilm #horrorcomedy #indiegogo

Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 25

Ever tried making a horror film during a cost of living crisis?
Us neither — until now.

We’re in the final stretch of crowdfunding Straw and I’ve started a Substack to reflect on the journey.

Would love if you gave it a read — and maybe even subscribed.

#indiefilm #crowdfunding #folkhorror

Cults, Crowdfunding, and Why I’m Writing This

Deciding to make your film after years of rejection.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 24

When Alistair met Pyramid Head...
Turns out, even cultists appreciate good manners.
Join the cult (and support indie horror)
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Final 4 days of our IndieGoGo! Help us smash the target and bring this darkly funny nightmare to life!

#PyramidHead #indiefilm #horrorcon

Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 23

Alistair’s trying to stay positive about his very modest table at Horror Con Scotland…

Support his redemption arc and help us cross the finish line 👉 igg.me/at/strawfilm...

We’re in the last 5 days of our IndieGoGo and almost at our target — let’s rally! #indiefilm #indiehorror #scottishhorror

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 22

We’re in the FINAL 7 DAYS to fund STRAW — our darkly funny cult horror short!
Help indie horror stay weird and become part of the cult 👉 igg.me/at/strawfilm... #indiefilm #indiehorror #supportindiefilm

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 21

We took our indie horror short to Horror Con Scotland and made a video about it!

We Took Our Indie Horror Short to Horror Con Scotland – in Cult Character

YouTube video by Mythic Picnic

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 14

We’re buzzing to have the brilliant Gavin White on board as Director of Photography for STRAW.

This marks the third narrative collaboration between Gavin and Alessio. Gavin is the embodiment of that golden rule: work with good people who know their sh*t.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 14

£10,000 raised. 68 backers. 14 days left.
Thank you to everyone who came by our booth at Scotland Horror Con—our first ever con!

But we’re not done yet. There’s still a way to go to hit our target.

🎥 Link here: igg.me/at/strawfilm...

#FolkHorror #IndieFilm #ShortFilm #SupportIndieFilm

Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 7

Surprise — we’re not just making Straw…

BEHIND is officially in production. 🍑💥

While Straw marches forward with your support, we’ve also been secretly charging ahead with Behind — a surreal lo-fi sci-fi horror we’ve been waiting far too long to tell.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 3

Alistair thinks Grimshore Isle has everything you could possibly want.

✅ Fresh-caught fish, daily.
✅ Endless oats — for strength, of course.
✅ Brother Berrold and his unctuous spoons.

If that sounds like a dream holiday, you might already be one of us.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 2

Alistair Straw contemplates an ancient island tradition… or maybe he’s just trying to get both toes in his mouth.

Watch the full campaign & back the film: igg.me/at/strawfilm/x

Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Apr 1

Alistair Straw—humble islander, loving son… spiritually devoted foot pointer.

#StrawFilm #FolkHorror #ScottishFilm #IndieHorror #SupportIndieFilm #CultVibes #DarkComedy #ScottishCinema #TheWickerMan #Midsommar #A24Horror #WeirdCinema #FilmTok #IndieFilmmaking #BehindTheScenes #BritishHorror

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 26

Straw has found its Producer!
We’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant Serena to the team as Producer of STRAW. Serena Gardner makes her return to the world of Scottish horror, following her wild ride with Midgies. #indiefilm #strawfilm #indiehorror

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 25

We just hit 10,000 views on our campaign video for Straw!

Now we’re aiming to hit 50% funded, and we’re almost there. If you’ve been thinking of pledging (or joining the cult), now’s the time:

👉 igg.me/at/strawfilm...

And as always, sharing this post is just as helpful.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 20

Sure!

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 20

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Straw - A Folk Horror Comedy Short

Living up to parents’ expectations can be murder. | Check out 'Straw - A Folk Horror Comedy Short' on Indiegogo.

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 20

First crowdfunding project, hope you can help spread the word and support!

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 20

We’re bringing our folk horror comedy STRAW to life through crowdfunding—help us make indie horror happen! 🩸🎬

👉 Watch the full teaser & back the campaign: [Link in Description]

#IndieHorror #IndieFilm #SupportIndieFilm #Filmmaking #Crowdfunding #HorrorMovies #HorrorFans

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Mythic Picnic @mythicpicnic.bsky.social · Mar 19

The Wicker Man meets Elf.

Straw | A Folk Horror Comedy (Official Teaser)

YouTube video by Mythic Picnic

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