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The J Horton
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Nov 13
i post film business advice.t I'm not selling anything. I don't make any money from this stuff. (well, a tiny bit in youtube). I do this because I've had good fortune as a filmmaker, but it took me a LONG time. My hope is in sharing my journey so that others can get there faster with less pain.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 4d
Today’s the last day of The Apex Predators Club post campaign. Huge thanks to everyone who helped us raise nearly $250K! Many did so to honor Michael Mahal — a true friend, mentor, and kind soul. His legacy lives on through these films. ❤️
www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign by Jason Horton - Indiegogo
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL!
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 10d
Only one week left! www.apexpredatorsclub.com
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL! | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
www.apexpredatorsclub.com
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Sonny Mahal @sonnymahal.bsky.social · 10d
Support The Apex Predators Club! Dive into our campaign for exclusive perks & a chilling teaser. Expect creatures, monsters, blood, & mayhem!
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The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL! | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 11d
This is one of the reasons I don't have a day gig and don't have to resort to freelance work to make ends meet. How I became my own boss, making movies.
*Spoiler: it's not my awesome hair in the thumbnail.
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Make More Money with Your Independent Films
YouTube video by J. Horton Films
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 12d
Can you still make a living off indie films. Sure. It's not easy but if I can do it...
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Can Independent Filmmakers Make a Living from Their Movies?
YouTube video by J. Horton Films
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Sonny Mahal @sonnymahal.bsky.social · 13d
Here's the new poster for our upcoming sci-fi horror movie Alien Storm from Mahal Empire Productions, written/directed by Adam Werth and shot by Michael Su. #mahalempire #michaelmahal #adamwerth #michaelsu #scifi #horror #comingsoon
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 14d
Fourth time working with Rachel Amanda Bryant and I can’t imagine doing a project without her now. She’s fearless, prepared, and down for the cause. If she’s even close to right for your part, cast her. You won’t regret it.

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Sonny Mahal @sonnymahal.bsky.social · 14d
Join us for the final Mahal Empire film! Support our Apex Predators Club campaign on Indiegogo. Help us wrap post-production in style. Be part of our legacy! #Indiegogo #MahalEmpire #jhorton #ApexPredatorsClub igg.me/at/theapexcl...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL! | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
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Sonny Mahal @sonnymahal.bsky.social · 16d
Back now on Indiegogo: This is the epic finale to the Mahal Empire's legacy. Packed with twisted mayhem, killer effects, and non-stop action, your support fuels post-production to unleash this indie horror beast! igg.me/at/theapexcl...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 16d
The Apex Predators Club post campaign is live. New perks. Big monsters. No billionaires. Just indie filmmakers and people who still believe stories matter. Grab a perk, share the campaign, and help us finish this beast.

www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 17d
had a lot of fun working with Heart Hays (Saint Heart) on The Apex Predators Club. She literally attacked the role of Tasmin with gusto. She worked very had on this character and it shows. www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
www.indiegogo.com
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 17d
One last chapter. One final call to action. In the wake of loss, we rise. Michael believed in bold stories and bigger hearts. I’m honored to guide his final Mahal Empire film across the finish line.

🎥 www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
www.indiegogo.com
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 21d
John Charles Dickson in A Hard Place… man, the guy just refuses to blend in. Cast full of killers and he’s still out here stealing scenes like they’re snacks at craft services. Every time he shows up the energy shifts.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 22d
Jack Berner is the definition of an actor’s actor. On Apex he was at the gym before 12-hour days, script open, drilling a page-long monologue until he could pick it up word for word from anywhere. Always prepared, always game for new ideas. Total pro.

Also, Elizabeth’s alright too.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 25d
King Jeff is the real deal. Nuanced performance, super prepared, legit charisma, and maybe the lowest-maintenance actor I’ve ever worked with. I’ve lived with Stan in my head for years, and in The Apex Predators Club Jeff delivered him fully.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · 27d
Whew… that’s a wrap on The Apex Predators Club. The most ambitious shoot I’ve ever tackled, and it tested me more than any other. Huge thanks to a cast & crew who gave everything. I’ll never forget this one. Michael Mahal made it possible. I know he’d be proud.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 29
for those who claim I don't know how to rough it... I just had my tea with NO honey, like the settlers and sh&^
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 24
This is awesome! check out A Hard Place in Scars Magazine.
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SCARS Aug/Sept 2025
In this issue of SCARS we feature A Hard Place a film by J. Horton and starring Rachel Bryant. Scott Essman takes a look at the career of legendary F/X artist Rob Bottin. Horror Depot Screens Jake ...
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 21
Going live now ! www.youtube.com/live/GuaX_ju...
Indie Horror Junkie Podcast Ep.98 w/ Jason Horton
YouTube video by Indie Horror Junkie the Podcast
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 15
So many cool reviews for A Hard Place. Still waiting for one that says “this movie ruined my life” so I know we really made an impact. Thanks to everyone who watched, reviewed, or told a friend. You keep us going.

#AHardPlace #IndieFilmLove #MonstersAndFeelings
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 15
Just over 2 weeks til The Apex Predators Club shoots. Every film I make, fear hits hard at the end. Not weakness. Proof it matters. You carry it and move anyway. That’s courage.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 10
I can’t stress this enough… in the streaming era, your poster art is king. It’s more important than your trailer. It’s the first thing people see, the thing that makes them click. If it’s bad, they scroll. If it’s good, they watch. Simple as that.
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 10
Having Felissa Rose in your indie film is like having a secret weapon. Horror fans see her face and stop scrolling. Of course the movie still has to be good… but Felissa makes sure they give it a shot. #IndieFilmLife #FelissaRose #AHardPlaceMovie
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 10
Cold weather. Long days. Under manned. Out gunned. Half frozen. The crew on A Hard Place still crushed it and roasted me the whole way. Now streaming on Amazon, Tubi, and The Roku Channel. #IndieFilmLife #AHardPlaceMovie #CrewGoals
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The J Horton @thejhorton.bsky.social · Aug 5
“There’s a monster among you.”
Not a metaphor. Not a vibe.
An actual monster. In a bar.

This is CRAVING.
Bloody chaos, bad decisions, and one hell of a night.
#CravingMovie #IndieHorror #WhatTheHellIsThat
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