Cameron Macgowan is a renowned Canadian filmmaker whose unique cinematic endeavors have delved into a wide range of captivating subjects, from the intriguing and often unsettling world of Murderous Suburbanites to the provocative and thought-provoking realm of Erotic Trolls. His remarkable body of work has garnered widespread recognition and accolades at numerous international film festivals, including the prestigious FrightFest, SXSW, Screamfest, Fantasia, Toronto After Dark, and the renowned Toronto International Film Festival.
Notably, his feature film Red Letter Day was released by Epic Pictures under their Dread label in 2020, following a highly successful global film festival release. Additionally, he served as the Producer of The Valley Below, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival before being released by A71. Macgowan's critically acclaimed short film Liebe (Love) screened at an impressive 25 film festivals and was selected as a Vimeo Staff Pick, resulting in the film exceeding 100,000 views.
Beyond his work in the film industry, Cameron Macgowan is also a respected figure in the festival circuit, serving as a Lead Programmer with the Calgary Underground Film Festival. Furthermore, he holds the position of Executive Director of The New University Television Society and is the Founder/Managing Partner of Awkward Silencio.