Dark Monarch Films is proud to announce that development has officially begun on its first feature film, Children of the White City. Written and produced by David Alexander, the project draws on his South Shore upbringing to tell a powerful story of youth, memory, and legacy in Chicago.
We’re proud to share that Where The Shadows Wait has been recognized as a Semifinalist at the 2025 Serbest International Film Festival.
When you only have a few days to bring an entire world to life, every decision counts. For Where The Shadows Wait, we wanted more than just a location, we needed full creative control over how the story unfolded in its environment. That meant one thing: building our own set.
Dark Monarch Films hosted a magical night of cinema at Harper Theater in Hyde Park, Chicago for a screening of the critically acclaimed short film Where The Shadows Wait.
The official selections for the New York Independent Art Film Festival and Where The Shadows Wait has been officially selected.
Founder and producer David Alexander took home a Silver Telly Award for The Angel Machine.
Where The Shadows Wait written/directed by Riley Robbins and produced by David Alexander has officially been selected to the Purple Sky International Film Festival.
Come behind-the-scenes with Dark Monarch Films as we create Where The Shadows Wait short film. Directed by Riley Robbins and Executive Produced by David Alexander, gain real insight into the production process of this master piece.
Our founder and producer David Alexander worked on a project for Cash App that is now up for a Webby.
