Graveyard Shark is an independently produced film set to release in 2024. It is directed by Matthew A. Peters. This film takes us to Willsboro Point, a quaint little town full of dark folklore revolving around an urban legend. The town is known for its haunting cemetery and its infamous humanoid creature, The Graveyard Shark, that lingers over it. Graveyard Shark attempts to capture the same atmosphere of classic horror films with gruesome deaths and a dark sense of humor while delivering an indie feel to it.

Plot Overview

Willsboro Point has always been known for its beauty but like any other picturesque place, there always lies sinister secrets underneath. An entity named The Graveyard Shark is thought to lurk in the town’s cemetery waiting to attack innocent people. Along with this tales of mystery, the town is also scared with whispers of brutal deaths that remain unsolved. Renowned cryptid hunter Abby Wescott is known as the best in her field, but her personal life is wreathed in vengeance. She is then summoned by Dr. Jan Lovnik to uncover the mystery behind the shark that hogs the spotlight in the town. The deeper she dives in the mystery, the more terrifying the town reveals itself to be.

Character Description

• Abby Wescott (Played by Stephanie Ward): One of the town’s best hunters known for her ruthlessness in capturing mythical creatures. Abby’s past is nothing less than tormenting and that is what drives her towards a relentless pursuit to capture The Graveyard Shark.
• Dr. Jan Lovnik (Olga N.) – Dr. Lovnik is a scientist and an ally to Abby. He provides critical information and intel about the origins and the aspects of the Graveyard Shark so that it can be dealt with.
• Greg (Michael John Gilbert)- Abby’s assistant who has stuck by Abby’s side for long periods of time is a skeptic and is frightened, but unlike many people, she aids Abby through the dangerous investigation.
• The Graveyard Shark – A terrifying amalgamation of a human being, hammerhead shark and a body builder rolled into one humanoid entity, The Graveyard Shark rests inside of the graveyard waiting for its next prey. It is the physical manifestation of everything the town fears the most.

Themes and Style

‘Graveyard Shark’ covers confronting your own demons, the lines between reality and a myth, and the enigmas that people are captivated by. It wholly embraces it’s indie horror roots by having a ridiculous yet the creature design add to the genre it stems from the use of practical effects. The employing of practical effects such as the shark suit made by Anthony Clark Pearce and worn by Brandon Wheeler, who composed the music for the film, gives a feeling of nostalgia for old fashion monster films. The plot mixes suspenseful moments with cheesy jokes, thus providing a self-loathing horror from a B-rated movie that uses it’s b-grade features with pride.

Conclusions

Graveyard Shark is a fun and satirical film that explores the indie horror genre in a way that resonates with fans of B-movies and creature features. The stunning combination of practical effects, dark humor, and a unique take on the monster mythos is both refreshing and nostalgic at the same time. Despite not being suitable for all horror fans, those who appreciate indie filmmaking and inventive tellling will love Graveyard Shark and its unique take on low budget horror cinema.