Dark Monarch Films is honored to receive an Award of Excellence – Special Jury Mention at Indie Short Fest, held in Los Angeles, for our short film Where The Shadows Wait.
Indie Short Fest is known for highlighting bold independent voices and story-driven filmmaking, and we’re grateful to have the work recognized by the jury among a strong lineup of international films.
About the Recognition
The Special Jury Mention is awarded to projects that stand out for their creative vision, execution, and thematic impact. For us, this recognition affirms the approach we take at Dark Monarch Films — prioritizing story, atmosphere, and intention over trend-chasing or surface-level spectacle.
Where The Shadows Wait continues to resonate with audiences and programmers through its grounded tension, restrained storytelling, and focus on character over exposition.
Why This Matters
Festival recognition isn’t about validation — it’s about visibility, conversation, and momentum.
Each screening and award creates space for the film to reach new audiences, open new discussions, and support the larger ecosystem we’re building at Dark Monarch Films — one rooted in original IP, long-term ownership, and sustainable creative growth.
Looking Ahead
As Where The Shadows Wait continues its festival run, we remain focused on what comes next: developing and releasing work that lives beyond a single screening or moment, and building a community around the stories we tell.
We’re thankful to Indie Short Fest, the jury, and everyone who continues to support the film.
More updates soon.