Located in Shelbyville, Indiana, Cinema Scares is a Midwest film festival that strives to bring together horror films from across the genre from filmmakers throughout the United States and from around the world. Cinema Scares Film Festival showcases the best of indie horror and connects filmmakers and fans.

Cinema Scares is a blend of film and horror connoisseurs dedicated to the discovery, promotion, preservation, and appreciation of independent horror films. We are committed to serving and supporting independent filmmakers within the horror genre and subgenres.

Event schedule coming soon.