The Pájaro Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) Expanded Learning Program and Calavera Media have joined forces to launch a training initiative: the Film Lab at Pájaro Valley High School. This collaborative initiative aims to contribute to the field of filmmaking education, with an emphasis on practical training and experiential learning.

Calavera Media has declared "Gen Trauma" as the victor of its inaugural Horror Screenplay Competition. Crafted by the talented trio Nili Segal, Jesseca Ynez Simmons, and Jacquelyn Simmons, the story stands out for its depth, emotion, and the unique way it tackles the challenges its characters face, all wrapped up in a gripping horror narrative.

The Central Coast Film Network (CCFN), under the guidance of co-founders Gabriel Medina and Genevieve Rico, both born and raised in Watsonville, announce a series of initiatives aimed at invigorating the film community within the Central Coast.

"Cypress Park," a film that melds magical realism with the quest for cultural identity, premieres at the Watsonville Film Festival, showcasing a vibrant tale of resilience and diversity through the eyes of a young boy reconnecting with his roots.

Discover the "Scream Queens" of the Central Coast, the top finalists in the Calavera Media Horror Screenplay Competition. Join us as we unveil the creative geniuses behind the spine-chilling tales that have dominated this year's contest.