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The J Horton
@thejhorton.bsky.social
· Nov 13
i post film business advice.t I'm not selling anything. I don't make any money from this stuff. (well, a tiny bit in youtube). I do this because I've had good fortune as a filmmaker, but it took me a LONG time. My hope is in sharing my journey so that others can get there faster with less pain.
If UFOs can disable nukes… what does that say about us?
Catch the 5th Witness on Youtube.
#UFOs #Aliens #UAPDisclosure
Catch the 5th Witness on Youtube.
#UFOs #Aliens #UAPDisclosure
November 12, 2025 at 6:50 PM
If UFOs can disable nukes… what does that say about us?
Catch the 5th Witness on Youtube.
#UFOs #Aliens #UAPDisclosure
Catch the 5th Witness on Youtube.
#UFOs #Aliens #UAPDisclosure
If you’re chasing money or fame, filmmaking isn’t the path. There are easier ways to live. But if you can’t not do this, if it keeps you up at night, go all in. Make stuff, fail, learn, repeat. The ones who make it aren’t the most gifted. They’re the ones who never stop creating.
November 11, 2025 at 3:03 PM
If you’re chasing money or fame, filmmaking isn’t the path. There are easier ways to live. But if you can’t not do this, if it keeps you up at night, go all in. Make stuff, fail, learn, repeat. The ones who make it aren’t the most gifted. They’re the ones who never stop creating.
Gonna ramble a bit today. Some thoughts on how we talk about success and failure in film. It’s not just algorithms or luck. We have more control than we think. Streaming isn’t killing indie film. It’s changing it. Stop blaming and start creating. youtu.be/8LkSqt-5mYo
Independent Filmmakers | Stop Complaining and Start Earning.
YouTube video by J. Horton Films
youtu.be
November 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Gonna ramble a bit today. Some thoughts on how we talk about success and failure in film. It’s not just algorithms or luck. We have more control than we think. Streaming isn’t killing indie film. It’s changing it. Stop blaming and start creating. youtu.be/8LkSqt-5mYo
A Hard Place was one of those films that reminded me why I do this. Emotional. Messy. Real. Huge thanks to the cast and crew, and to Jo Jo Payne and Carmen Seacrest—first time working with both and they killed it. And yes, that’s me pointing at my script. Now streaming on Tubi and Amazon.
November 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
A Hard Place was one of those films that reminded me why I do this. Emotional. Messy. Real. Huge thanks to the cast and crew, and to Jo Jo Payne and Carmen Seacrest—first time working with both and they killed it. And yes, that’s me pointing at my script. Now streaming on Tubi and Amazon.
Today’s the last day of The Apex Predators Club post campaign. Huge thanks to everyone who helped us raise nearly $250K! Many did so to honor Michael Mahal — a true friend, mentor, and kind soul. His legacy lives on through these films. ❤️
www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/...
www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign by Jason Horton - Indiegogo
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL!
www.indiegogo.com
October 20, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Today’s the last day of The Apex Predators Club post campaign. Huge thanks to everyone who helped us raise nearly $250K! Many did so to honor Michael Mahal — a true friend, mentor, and kind soul. His legacy lives on through these films. ❤️
www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/...
www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/...
Only one week left! www.apexpredatorsclub.com
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL! | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
www.apexpredatorsclub.com
October 14, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Only one week left! www.apexpredatorsclub.com
Reposted by The J Horton
Support The Apex Predators Club! Dive into our campaign for exclusive perks & a chilling teaser. Expect creatures, monsters, blood, & mayhem!
igg.me/p/3360659/twtr
igg.me/p/3360659/twtr
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL! | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
igg.me
October 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Support The Apex Predators Club! Dive into our campaign for exclusive perks & a chilling teaser. Expect creatures, monsters, blood, & mayhem!
igg.me/p/3360659/twtr
igg.me/p/3360659/twtr
This is one of the reasons I don't have a day gig and don't have to resort to freelance work to make ends meet. How I became my own boss, making movies.
*Spoiler: it's not my awesome hair in the thumbnail.
youtu.be/3IiGNA8DlTg?...
*Spoiler: it's not my awesome hair in the thumbnail.
youtu.be/3IiGNA8DlTg?...
Make More Money with Your Independent Films
YouTube video by J. Horton Films
youtu.be
October 12, 2025 at 6:42 PM
This is one of the reasons I don't have a day gig and don't have to resort to freelance work to make ends meet. How I became my own boss, making movies.
*Spoiler: it's not my awesome hair in the thumbnail.
youtu.be/3IiGNA8DlTg?...
*Spoiler: it's not my awesome hair in the thumbnail.
youtu.be/3IiGNA8DlTg?...
Can you still make a living off indie films. Sure. It's not easy but if I can do it...
youtu.be/N1uftUQ9MUM?...
youtu.be/N1uftUQ9MUM?...
Can Independent Filmmakers Make a Living from Their Movies?
YouTube video by J. Horton Films
youtu.be
October 11, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Can you still make a living off indie films. Sure. It's not easy but if I can do it...
youtu.be/N1uftUQ9MUM?...
youtu.be/N1uftUQ9MUM?...
Reposted by The J Horton
Here's the new poster for our upcoming sci-fi horror movie Alien Storm from Mahal Empire Productions, written/directed by Adam Werth and shot by Michael Su. #mahalempire #michaelmahal #adamwerth #michaelsu #scifi #horror #comingsoon
October 10, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Here's the new poster for our upcoming sci-fi horror movie Alien Storm from Mahal Empire Productions, written/directed by Adam Werth and shot by Michael Su. #mahalempire #michaelmahal #adamwerth #michaelsu #scifi #horror #comingsoon
Fourth time working with Rachel Amanda Bryant and I can’t imagine doing a project without her now. She’s fearless, prepared, and down for the cause. If she’s even close to right for your part, cast her. You won’t regret it.
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
October 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Fourth time working with Rachel Amanda Bryant and I can’t imagine doing a project without her now. She’s fearless, prepared, and down for the cause. If she’s even close to right for your part, cast her. You won’t regret it.
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
Reposted by The J Horton
Join us for the final Mahal Empire film! Support our Apex Predators Club campaign on Indiegogo. Help us wrap post-production in style. Be part of our legacy! #Indiegogo #MahalEmpire #jhorton #ApexPredatorsClub igg.me/at/theapexcl...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. 20k STRETCH GOAL! | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
igg.me
October 9, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Join us for the final Mahal Empire film! Support our Apex Predators Club campaign on Indiegogo. Help us wrap post-production in style. Be part of our legacy! #Indiegogo #MahalEmpire #jhorton #ApexPredatorsClub igg.me/at/theapexcl...
Reposted by The J Horton
Back now on Indiegogo: This is the epic finale to the Mahal Empire's legacy. Packed with twisted mayhem, killer effects, and non-stop action, your support fuels post-production to unleash this indie horror beast! igg.me/at/theapexcl...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
igg.me
October 7, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Back now on Indiegogo: This is the epic finale to the Mahal Empire's legacy. Packed with twisted mayhem, killer effects, and non-stop action, your support fuels post-production to unleash this indie horror beast! igg.me/at/theapexcl...
The Apex Predators Club post campaign is live. New perks. Big monsters. No billionaires. Just indie filmmakers and people who still believe stories matter. Grab a perk, share the campaign, and help us finish this beast.
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
October 8, 2025 at 1:42 PM
The Apex Predators Club post campaign is live. New perks. Big monsters. No billionaires. Just indie filmmakers and people who still believe stories matter. Grab a perk, share the campaign, and help us finish this beast.
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
had a lot of fun working with Heart Hays (Saint Heart) on The Apex Predators Club. She literally attacked the role of Tasmin with gusto. She worked very had on this character and it shows. www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
www.indiegogo.com
October 7, 2025 at 2:06 PM
had a lot of fun working with Heart Hays (Saint Heart) on The Apex Predators Club. She literally attacked the role of Tasmin with gusto. She worked very had on this character and it shows. www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
One last chapter. One final call to action. In the wake of loss, we rise. Michael believed in bold stories and bigger hearts. I’m honored to guide his final Mahal Empire film across the finish line.
🎥 www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
🎥 www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign
Monsters. Movie Stars. Mayhem. Join the Club. | Check out 'The Apex Predators Club - Post Production Campaign' on Indiegogo.
www.indiegogo.com
October 6, 2025 at 5:18 PM
One last chapter. One final call to action. In the wake of loss, we rise. Michael believed in bold stories and bigger hearts. I’m honored to guide his final Mahal Empire film across the finish line.
🎥 www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
🎥 www.indiegogo.com/projects/the...
John Charles Dickson in A Hard Place… man, the guy just refuses to blend in. Cast full of killers and he’s still out here stealing scenes like they’re snacks at craft services. Every time he shows up the energy shifts.
October 2, 2025 at 4:25 PM
John Charles Dickson in A Hard Place… man, the guy just refuses to blend in. Cast full of killers and he’s still out here stealing scenes like they’re snacks at craft services. Every time he shows up the energy shifts.
Jack Berner is the definition of an actor’s actor. On Apex he was at the gym before 12-hour days, script open, drilling a page-long monologue until he could pick it up word for word from anywhere. Always prepared, always game for new ideas. Total pro.
Also, Elizabeth’s alright too.
Also, Elizabeth’s alright too.
October 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Jack Berner is the definition of an actor’s actor. On Apex he was at the gym before 12-hour days, script open, drilling a page-long monologue until he could pick it up word for word from anywhere. Always prepared, always game for new ideas. Total pro.
Also, Elizabeth’s alright too.
Also, Elizabeth’s alright too.
King Jeff is the real deal. Nuanced performance, super prepared, legit charisma, and maybe the lowest-maintenance actor I’ve ever worked with. I’ve lived with Stan in my head for years, and in The Apex Predators Club Jeff delivered him fully.
September 28, 2025 at 4:43 PM
King Jeff is the real deal. Nuanced performance, super prepared, legit charisma, and maybe the lowest-maintenance actor I’ve ever worked with. I’ve lived with Stan in my head for years, and in The Apex Predators Club Jeff delivered him fully.
Whew… that’s a wrap on The Apex Predators Club. The most ambitious shoot I’ve ever tackled, and it tested me more than any other. Huge thanks to a cast & crew who gave everything. I’ll never forget this one. Michael Mahal made it possible. I know he’d be proud.
September 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Whew… that’s a wrap on The Apex Predators Club. The most ambitious shoot I’ve ever tackled, and it tested me more than any other. Huge thanks to a cast & crew who gave everything. I’ll never forget this one. Michael Mahal made it possible. I know he’d be proud.
for those who claim I don't know how to rough it... I just had my tea with NO honey, like the settlers and sh&^
August 29, 2025 at 1:02 PM
for those who claim I don't know how to rough it... I just had my tea with NO honey, like the settlers and sh&^
This is awesome! check out A Hard Place in Scars Magazine.
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www.magcloud.com/browse/issue...
SCARS Aug/Sept 2025
In this issue of SCARS we feature A Hard Place a film by J. Horton and starring Rachel Bryant.
Scott Essman takes a look at the career of legendary F/X artist Rob Bottin.
Horror Depot Screens Jake ...
www.magcloud.com
August 24, 2025 at 11:49 AM
This is awesome! check out A Hard Place in Scars Magazine.
www.magcloud.com/browse/issue...
www.magcloud.com/browse/issue...
Going live now ! www.youtube.com/live/GuaX_ju...
Indie Horror Junkie Podcast Ep.98 w/ Jason Horton
YouTube video by Indie Horror Junkie the Podcast
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August 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Going live now ! www.youtube.com/live/GuaX_ju...
So many cool reviews for A Hard Place. Still waiting for one that says “this movie ruined my life” so I know we really made an impact. Thanks to everyone who watched, reviewed, or told a friend. You keep us going.
#AHardPlace #IndieFilmLove #MonstersAndFeelings
#AHardPlace #IndieFilmLove #MonstersAndFeelings
August 15, 2025 at 7:19 PM
So many cool reviews for A Hard Place. Still waiting for one that says “this movie ruined my life” so I know we really made an impact. Thanks to everyone who watched, reviewed, or told a friend. You keep us going.
#AHardPlace #IndieFilmLove #MonstersAndFeelings
#AHardPlace #IndieFilmLove #MonstersAndFeelings
Just over 2 weeks til The Apex Predators Club shoots. Every film I make, fear hits hard at the end. Not weakness. Proof it matters. You carry it and move anyway. That’s courage.
August 15, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Just over 2 weeks til The Apex Predators Club shoots. Every film I make, fear hits hard at the end. Not weakness. Proof it matters. You carry it and move anyway. That’s courage.