About the Film
Horror with a purpose!
Synopsis
CarnEvil Freakshow is the first segment of a nail biting Anthology horror trilogy:
CarnEvil Freakshow,
CarnEvil: LEGEND of the RINGMASTER.
Carnevil: The Return
The first story starts in the quiet town of Summersville. Within its shadows hide a dark history of unspeakable horrors. Three lives, each innocent and undeserving, are shat
CarnEvil Freakshow is the first segment of a nail biting Anthology horror trilogy:
CarnEvil Freakshow,
CarnEvil: LEGEND of the RINGMASTER.
Carnevil: The Return
The first story starts in the quiet town of Summersville. Within its shadows hide a dark history of unspeakable horrors. Three lives, each innocent and undeserving, are shattered by acts of cruelty and violence. What the perpetrators don't realize is that their sins have summoned something far worse than justice - Hell itself.
Aiden Turner is a 16-year-old gamer who’s smaller and weaker than his peers, making him an easy target for Jake Schmidt, a sadistic bully. What starts as a routine torment turns brutal as Jack corners Aiden behind the local Mall, beating him relentlessly until his fists drip with blood. Aiden, bruised and gasping for air, collapses, his cries of anguish echoing into the night.
Chloe Emmerson, a radiant 19-year-old with dreams of love, thinks she’s found the perfect date in Ethan Wesley, the town’s golden boy. But the charming façade masks a predator. After a night of laughter and hand-holding, Ethan’s mood darkens. Under the cold glow of a streetlamp in an empty parking lot, Chloe’s world shatters as Ethan’s cruelty leaves her raped, broken and bleeding on the pavement, her cries lost in the indifferent night.
On the other side of town, Lilly Bishop, an elderly widow barely scraping by, faces a nightmare far closer to home. Her grandson Ryan, consumed by addiction and debt, storms into her modest house in a drunken rage. He demands her savings, and when she hesitates, he strikes. His blows are swift and merciless, leaving Lilly battered and gasping on the ground, her fragile frame trembling as Ryan steals her jewelry and flees into the darkness.
Unbeknownst to the perpetrators, the tears and blood of their victims awaken a force long buried beneath the surface of Summersville. From the depths of Hell, Hell’s executioner emerges with his unholy entourage; twisted carnival freaks born of nightmares, each driven by a single purpose: to drag the guilty into eternal torment. Jack, Ethan, and Ryan’s sins are laid bare, as each of their souls are claimed and dragged to Hell.
At the time of their attacks, Aiden, Chloe, and Lilly each confront their pain and rage and face a harrowing choice: to forgive their tormentors or to embrace the seductive pull of revenge. Each choice carries unimaginable consequences, twisting the line between justice and damnation.
But in this tale of retribution, one truth remains: ven
At the time of their attacks, Aiden, Chloe, and Lilly each confront their pain and rage and face a harrowing choice: to forgive their tormentors or to embrace the seductive pull of revenge. Each choice carries unimaginable consequences, twisting the line between justice and damnation.
But in this tale of retribution, one truth remains: vengeance always comes with a price. And the cost is far greater than they could ever imagine.
With its Origin set during the turn of the century, 1920, right after world war I, "The LEGEND of the RINGMASTER" tells the story of how the curse began.
A renowned Ringmaster, Randell Clemons, his family and a merry band of sideshow freaks set up a carnival outside a small midwestern town. The Ringmaster and his family loved and cared for these people stricken with odd and unique deformities.
As the Carnival travelled through the small town of Summersville, the town’s people were angered by the mere sight of the “freaks.” They saw them as evil abominations and wanted them out of their town.
Later, in the evening, an angry mob of townspeople approached the Carnival. With pitchforks and torches in hand, they tore through the carnival gates setting everything on fire killing the Ringmaster’s family and all the “Freaks.” A few of the townspeople grabbed the Ringmaster, tied him up, and beat him to within an inch of his life. Pulling out a knife from his pocket, one of the townsmen said, “Since you like freaks so much, we’ll make you into one”. They tore off his clothes, sliced him up with a knife, castrated him, and then set him on fire. The men walked away laughing. While screaming in agony, just before his death, the Ringmaster vowed to return and take vengeance upon those who did this evil act.
Legend has it that in those last moments, in return for his resurrection to take vengeance on the evil doers, the Ringmaster sold his soul to the devil. It is said that his rage was so great that Satan deemed him Hell’s Executioner.
Now, whenever a single drop of blood and tears from three innocent souls occur on the same day, in the same town, Hell releases its unholy horde of evil freaks to collect the souls of the accused and drag them to Hell.
AWARDS
Meet the Award-Winning Team of CarnEvil Freakshow
Cory Geryak
Mark-Anthony Baca
Jeff Caperton
Award-Winning
Director & Cinematographer
Renowned for his work on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Senna, Inception and Mission: Impossible – Ghost protocol, Cory Geryak brings a cinematic vision honed on Hollywood’s biggest stages. A master of immersive visual storytelling, Geryak has worked across genres and formats, delivering emo
Award-Winning
Director & Cinematographer
Renowned for his work on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Senna, Inception and Mission: Impossible – Ghost protocol, Cory Geryak brings a cinematic vision honed on Hollywood’s biggest stages. A master of immersive visual storytelling, Geryak has worked across genres and formats, delivering emotionally resonant, suspenseful, and visually stunning work. His deep understanding of mood and tension makes him the ideal creative force to lead CarnEvil Freakshow into iconic horror territory.
Jeff Caperton
Mark-Anthony Baca
Jeff Caperton
Emmy Award-Winning
Producer
With a career that spans major studio hits and global productions, Jeff Caperton has worked alongside industry giants like Mark Wahlberg, Kevin Hart, and Will Ferrell. He is currently working with the production team on the $300 million racing epic F1 starring Brad Pitt. Caperton’s involvement ensures high-leve
Emmy Award-Winning
Producer
With a career that spans major studio hits and global productions, Jeff Caperton has worked alongside industry giants like Mark Wahlberg, Kevin Hart, and Will Ferrell. He is currently working with the production team on the $300 million racing epic F1 starring Brad Pitt. Caperton’s involvement ensures high-level execution and access to top-tier resources, elevating CarnEvil Freakshow far beyond the constraints of typical indie horror
Mark-Anthony Baca
Mark-Anthony Baca
Mark-Anthony Baca
Emmy Award-Winning
Producer & FX Director
Founder of Extreme Force Hollywood Stunts, Mark-Anthony Baca is an industry veteran with over 30 years in film and television. His résumé includes over 100 productions, blending cutting-edge action choreography with cinematic realism. Baca’s expertise in special effects and practical stunt work e
Emmy Award-Winning
Producer & FX Director
Founder of Extreme Force Hollywood Stunts, Mark-Anthony Baca is an industry veteran with over 30 years in film and television. His résumé includes over 100 productions, blending cutting-edge action choreography with cinematic realism. Baca’s expertise in special effects and practical stunt work ensures that CarnEvil Freakshow will deliver jaw-dropping visuals that are both gritty and grounded—essential for the film’s intense tone and psychological weight.
Jimmy Star
Joy Willard
Mark-Anthony Baca
Producer & Global Publicist
Ranked among the top five most influential radio personalities in America, Jimmy Star brings unmatched global marketing and media reach. With his show The Jimmy Star Show with Ron Russell drawing 4.5 million weekly listeners and over 1.2 billion streams, Star ensures CarnEvil Freakshow reaches audiences worldw
Producer & Global Publicist
Ranked among the top five most influential radio personalities in America, Jimmy Star brings unmatched global marketing and media reach. With his show The Jimmy Star Show with Ron Russell drawing 4.5 million weekly listeners and over 1.2 billion streams, Star ensures CarnEvil Freakshow reaches audiences worldwide. His presence in the project adds crucial star power and publicity momentum from pre-production through release.
Steve Ross
Joy Willard
Joy Willard
Award-Winning
Writer & Executive Producer
Steve Ross brings his storytelling brilliance to the screen with CarnEvil Freakshow, the first installment of his captivating CarnEvil Trilogy. Written in a style reminiscent of Stephen King, CarnEvil Freakshow transcends typical horror films, offering not just thrills but also deep social relevanc
Award-Winning
Writer & Executive Producer
Steve Ross brings his storytelling brilliance to the screen with CarnEvil Freakshow, the first installment of his captivating CarnEvil Trilogy. Written in a style reminiscent of Stephen King, CarnEvil Freakshow transcends typical horror films, offering not just thrills but also deep social relevance. This gripping tale tackles real-world issues such as bullying, elder abuse, drug addiction, and sexual abuse—issues that resonate with every audience member.
CarnEvil Freakshow is a powerful story of redemption and justice, answering the age-old question: what happens when bad things are done to innocent people? The plot follows three innocent souls in the town of Summersville who fall victim to horrific acts of violence, rape, and greed. Unbeknownst to their attackers, their despicable actions awaken Hell’s executioner and his army of carnival freaks, who are determined to punish the guilty and drag them into the depths of Hell.
At its core, CarnEvil Freakshow is a revenge thriller that offers viewers not just a scare, but a reflection on the consequences of unchecked cruelty. With themes of vengeance and justice, this film will leave audiences questioning the moral balance between right and wrong.
Joy Willard
Joy Willard
Joy Willard
Award-Winning
Producer / Consultant
An American actress born in San Antonio, Texas. Joy started her acting career on the stage, performing in such notable productions and "Oklahoma" and "Guys and Dolls." From the stage, she turned to film - both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. Joy's talent has earned her roles internationally
Award-Winning
Producer / Consultant
An American actress born in San Antonio, Texas. Joy started her acting career on the stage, performing in such notable productions and "Oklahoma" and "Guys and Dolls." From the stage, she turned to film - both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. Joy's talent has earned her roles internationally on stage and in film, including an extended stint in Spain. Joy had cameo roles in the films "The House of Dreams" (2006) as well as "The Messenger: 360 Days of Bolivar" (2009). At the premiere of both films, Joy hosted the interview sessions on the red carpet. Soon after, Joy landed a starring role in the award winning film "Project Aether" (2011), the role which garnered Joy the Critics Choice Award at Worldfest Houston International Film Festival 2011. She has since earned another leading role in the high octane thriller "The Legend of DarkHorse County." Joy owns her own film production company, P.O.P. (Power of Perspective) Entertainment Group, which provides workshops as well as being a hub for talent in the area.
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