is a New England based, independent film group working just outside the the glitz and glam of the Hollywood scene. Focusing on the horror, thriller, cult and sci-fi genres. With a proud, and dedicated staff that spans Maine to Connecticut, American Horror Films Productions is committed to their view that the east coast film industry has all the talent and drive that the west does. With long term b
ackgrounds in independent film, the company strives to make its mark in the world of film and entertainment. Staff
Janelle Morrissey
President/CEO
Janelle's film career started when working on the film Final Curtain 3 in 2004. She started her own production company, Misty Haze Productions, in 2006. Movies she has written and directed include Eamons Road, As They Fall, Vale End Huntings and directed Shadow Hunters which one of her sons wrote and Nine Maids All In A Row. In 2012 she started American Horror Films Productions. Mark Patrylak
Vice President
Mark is a long time fan of film, having started make films in college. in Mass Communication/Media Productions from Franklin Pierce University, Film Director Certificate from the New York Film Academy, and Film Camera Certification from the State of Connecticut, he has taken his education and focused it to entertaining horror fans. He writes, films, directs and edits film, and also holds a side company of his own Wind & Hale Productions LLC. Chris Fink
Script & Content Manager
Since a young lad Chris has always been drawn to the movies. After he graduated from New York Film Academy with a certificate in screenwriting,he was able to take his desire to the next level. While having a love any genre, horror is where his passion really lies. The story goes, "...my aunt had me watching Nightmare on Elm Street when I was three. She said I was smiling and laughing. Not to say i don't get scared." At 30 years old he still can't watch Pet Semetary at night. But has always been attracted to style and a good scare stays with people long after you've left the theater. Chris's mission is to bring it back to the roots of good suspense while complementing everyone's hunger for the macabre. A current member of Elance.com and working on a number of short stories and screenplays. He also has a novella in progress. Theresa Danforth
Production Secretary
Theresa was born and raised in Fitchburg, MA where she still resides with her son. She has not had any formal education or worked in the movie business before, however, she does enjoy the horror and sci-fi genre films. She met Janelle through a mutual acquaintance. She started out helping Janelle with scripts and sending emails which led to her becoming the Production Secretary. Dick Byron
Treasurer
Dick was born in a small town in New England. His wife of 53 years passed away in 2013. He has 7 children, 6 boys and 1 girl. He has known Janelle for a several years. Through conversations with Janelle, this story about his family came up and Janelle asekd if she could make it into a movie. Stephen Marchessault
Production Manager
Stephen graduated with a Bachelors degree in Filmmaking and Video Production in 2009. Working as a Producer and Casting Manager. Stephen has worked and managed projects for companies like Asian Boston Media Group, Christine Wise Casting, Chaos Films Inc, and other film productions/ filmmakers across New England. Ashley Bauer
Public Relations Officer
After making the decision to take a personal path that stemmed away from school, Ashley has spent the past years of her life learning through conversations and observations and through the talented people she surrounded herself with. Somehow everything lead her here and she couldn't be happier, having been welcomed by such creative and passionate people she feels fortunate to have met. The future is looking groovy. Brittany Gorski
Public Relations Officer
Brittany is a 24 year old professional from Boston, MA. Graduated from the New England Institute of Art with a Bachelors Degree in Digital Film Making and Video Production. Along with working on local film productions, She is a full time staff member at a local public access station, and part time photographer/filmer for the Boston Bruins and Celtics at TD Garden. In her spare time she volunteers at a local Animal Shelter. Chris Denmead
Public Relations Officer
http://www.radioofhorror.wordpress.com/
Chris Denmead has been a horror show host since 2007 producing over 350 shows. Various guest include Malcolm Mc Dowell, Danille Harris, Dee Wallace, John Landis and more. He has written the books Give me Something Good to eat and The Undead are a Joke an ebook.. Recently just completed work for a short story on vol 3 of the NY times best selling series V Wars. He lives in Framingham MA with his son Xavier.
