After a married couple move into their new home, they soon realise not all is what it seems as they unearth chilling truths about its dark past, will they escape the looming terror that grips the property or has the house already claimed its next victims.
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“Sidewinder Avenue is an Australian short film that explores the chilling allure of fear, paying tribute to the countless scares that have shaped the horror genre. Dare to watch alone in the dark to get your pulse racing and make you glance over your shoulder while you watch.”
— Michelle Orpe. Director
Directed By
Michelle Orpe
“As a female producer, filmmaker and actress, I'm thrilled to present our gripping horror story set in Victoria’s Yarra Valley.”
Michelle Orpe is an accomplished UK producer, actress and TV presenter. Having emigrated to Australia in 2021, Michelle brings a unique vision to the Australian film scene. In Sidewinder Avenue, her suspenseful narrative plunges audiences into the eerie depths of one of Victoria's most haunted houses. Michelle's meticulous attention to detail and cinematic prowess ensure a thriller that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Synopsis
After moving into their new home, a married couple soon discovers that not everything is as it seems, unearthing chilling truths about its dark past. Will they escape the looming terror that grips the property, or has the house already claimed its next victims?
After a great personal loss, Kate and Tom seek a fresh start by purchasing a dilapidated house on Sidewinder Avenue, deep in the Victorian countryside where Tom grew up. Joined by friends Bree and Adam, their first weekend at the idyllic property turns into a nightmare, growing increasingly sinister as they discover the menacing history of Sidewinder Avenue.
Sidewinder Avenue is a bone-chilling tale of love, fear and the presence of evil that will leave you shivering with terror.
After a great personal loss, Kate and Tom seek a fresh start by purchasing a dilapidated house on Sidewinder Avenue, deep in the Victorian countryside where Tom grew up. Joined by friends Bree and Adam, their first weekend at the idyllic property turns into a nightmare, growing increasingly sinister as they discover the menacing history of Sidewinder Avenue.
Sidewinder Avenue is a bone-chilling tale of love, fear and the presence of evil that will leave you shivering with terror.
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The Film Crew
Michelle Orpe
Director, Producer
Michelle Orpe is a well-known public figure from England and Co-Founder of BashSisters Productions. With over twenty years experience, er diverse portfolio includes lead host on various television channels, and roles in feature films, short films, TV series pilots and advertisements. Michelle has over 2000 hours of live TV and behind-the-camera experience, including production and editing.
michelleorpe.com
Rachel Clark
Screenwriter, Producer
Rachel Clark is an emerging author working on her debut novel and Co-Founder of BashSisters Productions. Mentored by Australian author Fiona McIntosh, Rachel has recently ventured into screenwriting. She possesses a natural talent for story arcs and character development, which has been instrumental in bringing the characters to life through compelling dialogue and suspense.
rachelclark.au
Charah Avrael James
Co-Director, Producer
Charah Avrael James is a creative artist and producer with over twenty years experience in both the music and film industry. She has worked as an actor and singer-songwriter, and has produced short films and video clips that have won awards in Australia and internationally.
Currently, Charah is working on a film script and her first novel.
Currently, Charah is working on a film script and her first novel.
Roderick Th'Ng
Director of photography
Roderick Th’ng is an award-winning cinematographer whose work has been featured in film festivals across Australia and the world.
Roderick has won the 2017 Gold ACS Victoria/Tasmania Award (Short Film Category).
roderickthng.comRoderick has won the 2017 Gold ACS Victoria/Tasmania Award (Short Film Category).
Erin MacKellin
Production Designer
Erin Mackellin has worked as a Production Designer across a range of mediums; including upcoming feature film, ‘Westgate’. Her short film, ‘the_fishbowl’, won Best Science and Technology Film at the Cannes World Film Festival and Best Original Story at the Los Angeles Film Awards.
erinmackellin.com
Hamish Rayner
Lighting
Hamish has a technical and creative skillset within the realm of film lighting, and has worked with Spotify, MECCA, Shell and more. Hamish’s style evolves to support the project vision and at the heart of every scene he lights is Hamish’s signature intuitive and inventive practice.
hraynerlighting.com
Elka Hair
Assistant Director
Elka Hair has worked as an Assistant Director on various projects. She has written and directed her own short film after finishing a degree in Digital Film Production at Ravensbourne University, London. She currently writes for Horror Valentines, the world’s first film magazine dedicated to women in thriller and horror.
Connor O'Reilly
Sound engineer
Connor O'Reilly is a sound engineer who has worked on various feature films and a feature-length TV series pilot, Hot Flush, which is currently in post-production.
Ivana Ciccone
Makeup Artist
Ivana Ciccone has worked in the makeup industry for over seven years. With her love of films comes her passion for evolving a script into a visual that can tell a story. She uses her skills to make cast members look and feel their best or creep out with the audience with special effect makeup.
Indiana Petrov
Production Assistant
A graduate of the Howard Fine Actors Studio (Australia), Indiana has spent the past decade working as a model, securing acting roles in short films and theatre. Her love for storytelling has lead Indiana to the film-making process, where she has worked as production assistant on many film projects.
The Cast
Charah Avrael James
"Bree"
Supporting Cast
