Film Fest Deep Dive with Vancouver Horror Show (VHS) Festival Director David Taylor

In Episode 9 of DEEP DARK WELL, the guys chat with David Taylor, our neighbor to the north and festival director of the Vancouver Horror Show — or if you're "cool" like these guys think you are: VHS.They discuss their experiences screening at VHS (at least the ones that got accepted...), how the festival got its start, and what actually goes into programming a horror film festival. David breaks down what festivals are really looking for when selecting films, and what filmmakers often misunderstand about the submission process.If you’re a filmmaker navigating the festival circuit, this episode is packed with practical advice: how to stand out, how to avoid common mistakes, and why you shouldn't ghost a fest.It’s an honest, behind-the-scenes look at film festivals, from both the programming side of the table and the "hey, watch my film!" side.Follow the Vancouver Horror Show!IG: https://www.instagram.com/vancouverhorrorshow/Submit Your Film: https://filmfreeway.com/VancouverHorrorShowWebsite: https://www.vancouverhorrorshow.com/Connect with Heebie-Jeebies!IG: https://www.instagram.com/heebiejeebiespictures/FB: https://www.facebook.com/heebiejeebiespictures About HEEBIE-JEEBIES PICTURES: Based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Heebie-Jeebies Pictures is dedicated to crafting spine-chilling tales that explore the hidden depths of the soul. Heebie-Jeebies serves up terrifying horror, side-splitting comedy, thought-provoking science-fiction, and eerie dark fantasy films that will haunt your dreams.https://www.heebiejeebiespictures.com/ © 2026 Heebie-Jeebies Pictures, LLC