Award-winning film director Dean Midas’s latest horror short, Christmas Eve, has captivated audiences, amassing over 10,000 views in just six days—all on a shoestring production budget of just £50.
The film, which is available to watch for free on YouTube, is the chilling new slasher featuring Eve Valentine, who brings a dark, terrifying twist to the holiday season. In an era where independent filmmakers struggle to break through, Dean’s achievement is being hailed as a “miracle”.
The production’s success was made possible through vital local support and a dedicated team. Mr. Midas credits a significant portion of the film’s spooky vibe to the Manor House Hotel & Spa in West Auckland, which served as a key location, providing the perfect atmospheric backdrop for Eve Valentine’s reign of terror.
”To see 10,000 people engage with Christmas Eve in less than a week is overwhelming,” says Dean Midas.
“This was a massive team effort, and I want to say a huge thank you to my incredible cast and crew—specifically Sophie, Dawn, Jason and Wayne—who worked tirelessly to help me bring this vision to life. I also want to thank the Manor House Hotel & Spa West Auckland for their hospitality and all the press and media outlets and everyone who have supported us.”
By leveraging a lean budget of £50 and the global reach of YouTube, Dean Midas has achieved a feat that typically requires thousands in marketing and production capital. This success adds another accolade to Midas’s award-winning career, cementing his reputation as a filmmaker who knows how to deliver maximum chills with minimal resources.
Watch Christmas Eve for FREE via Dean Midas Films on YouTube.
