Horror Works Productions LLC is a New Jersey based production company founded April 2022 by Mario Cerrito III, John DiRenzo, and Michael Joy. They are bringing their individual talents together in filmmaking, acting, and marketing to create a next level horror brand.
Mario Cerrito III is known for his directorial work on The Listing and Human Hibachi. John DiRenzo is a professional actor with strong ties with Playhouse West. Michael Joy is owner of the film publicity company, Marketing Macabre.
They are currently in-development on their first feature, “The House In The Pines” in association with Showtown American Pictures. Mick Strawn (Nightmare of Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, Boogie Nights) is attached to direct and Nick Benson (The Blob, Tremors) is attached for special effects.
The House In The Pines – A classic horror movie with that ’80s slasher style and a dash of paranormal. A group of high school friends visit the NJ Pine Barrens for a summer getaway.
Horror Works Productions is a visionary new company that wants to create motion pictures with a legacy. There innovative thinking will push the genre into the future where horror can be limitless. They have strong convictions that the art of filmmaking is symbiosis to acting, marketing, distribution, and the viewing experience. The world is standing at the forefront of a new age of cinema where horror is prime to lead the charge into uncharted territory in both theatrical and home entertainment. They embrace the notion that “Hollywood” is no longer a location but a state of mind where all filmmakers can work and with an unparalleled focus on changing the landscape of independent films, success is inevitable.