Chris Nials: Founder of The Independent Horror Society
Chris Nials is the founder of the Independent Horror Society, a grassroots network championing DIY horror across the UK. With a decade of community-building under his belt, Chris connects filmmakers, fans, and first-timers through genre festivals, mixers, and microbudget magic. His work celebrates horror's collaborative spirit and its power to turn passion into production. From cult screenings to career launches, Chris makes space for the weird, the wild, and the wonderfully low-budget.