Alexandria Perez is a writer and director from Miami, Florida. As an undergraduate at the University of Miami, Alexandria directed the award-winning short film, Aftermath, shortly before moving to Los Angeles in 2015. Raised in a Cuban household on thrillers and musicals, ranging from Bullitt to the Rocky Horror Picture Show, she developed an affinity for genre films – specifically horror.
Her short film, The Final Girl Returns, premiered at Popcorn Frights Film Festival and won a jury award for Best Florida Short, Best Short Film at Spooky Empire Film Festival, and the Audience Award at Etheria Film Festival. It has screened on Shudder, and will be available on Amazon as part of a collection of genre filmmakers towards the end of this summer.
First Horror Film: When I was seven years old, I watched The Shining with my family on Thanksgiving. It’s a tradition I keep to this day.
Favorite Genres: Social thriller, psychological horror, slasher, western, and coming of age.
Favorite Movies: Stand By Me, Mean Creek, We Need to Talk About Kevin, American Honey, Mommy, Mysterious Skin, Little Miss Sunshine.
Favorite Horror Movies: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Exorcist, You’re Next, Behind the Mask: the Rise of Leslie Vernon, Funny Games, Tigers Are Not Afraid.
Favorite Franchise: Friday the 13th
