Film Lens
Silver Screamers is a 2025 Canadian documentary directed by Sean Cisterna. The film focuses on a group of senior citizens who collaborate to create an amateur film adaptation of Edo van Belkom's short story 'The Rug'. This unique project brings together a diverse group of individuals, showcasing their creativity and passion for storytelling.
The film premiered at Fantastic Fest on September 19, 2025, followed by its Canadian premiere at the Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival on September 21, 2025. At both festivals, it was screened alongside the completed version of 'The Rug'. The film was acquired for theatrical distribution by Blue Ice Pictures in April 2024, indicating its potential appeal to a wider audience.
Why Watch
- •Meet senior citizens making their own film.
- •See the adaptation of 'The Rug' come to life.
- •Follow the journey of creativity in later life.
Did You Know
•The film premiered at Fantastic Fest on September 19, 2025.
•It had its Canadian premiere on September 21, 2025.
•The film is directed by Sean Cisterna.
•Silver Screamers has a duration of 94 minutes.
Perfect For
Amateur filmmakingSenior creativityShort story adaptations