Horror

Horror Short Film “Kuru” | ALTER



Subscribe to ALTER on YouTube: https://goo.gl/LnXRC3

A man yearns to escape the familial obligation of murdering strangers to feed his cannibalistic brother.

“Kuru” by Jonathan Cuartas

#ALTER #horror #shortfilm

Connect with the Filmmakers:
Jonathan Cuartas IG: https://www.instagram.com/joncuartas

My Heart Can’t Beat Unless You Tell It To Shudder Link: https://www.shudder.com/movies/watch/my-heart-cant-beat-unless-you-tell-it-to/678d6f3fc93aebdc

My Heart Can’t Beat Unless You Tell It To Amazon Prime Link: https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Cant-Beat-Unless-Tell/dp/B093LHD44W

My Heart Can’t Beat Unless You Tell It To IG: https://www.instagram.com/heartcantbeat

Jonathan Cuartas Website: https://www.jonathan-cuartas.com

“Kuru” Credits:
Written and Directed by Jonathan Cuartas
Produced by Bryan Benitez, Ryan Beharry, Jonathan Cuartas
Associate Producer – Elaine Del Valle

Cast:
Mark Ashworth
Thomas Alvarez
Amy Hoerler
Karen Chimato
Douglas Rill
Samantha Velez
David E. McMahon

Director of Photography – Zachary Burgh
Production Designer – Ana Mateo
Editor – Jonathan Cuartas
Costume Designer – Rodrigo Cuartas
Original Music – Chris Davies
Casting Director – Derrick J. Johnson
First Assistant Director – Danny Colon
Storyboard Artist – Nate Peti-Dieu
Gaffer – Carlos Andres Cuervo
Key Grip – Michael Cuartas
Best Boy Electric – Javier Lopez
Best Boy Grip – Kevin Guzman
Grip – Bryan Keir
Grip – Steven Telasco
First Assistant Camera – Christina Iturbe
Second Assistant Camera – Raul Garcia
Unit Still Photographer – Andre Alvarez
Additional Still Photography – Ana Parra
Additional Still Photography – Marianna Angel
Additional Still Photography – John Singh
Special FX Makeup – Alex Santos
Hair and Makeup – Joan Marie Pina
Sound Mixer – Anthony Fleites
Sound Designer – Marvin Aguado
Post Production Supervisor – Irene Gabuardi
Post Production Sound Mixer – Julio Licuna
Visual Effects – Gerardo Martinez, Carlos Andres Cuervo
Color Correction – Michael Cuartas, Carlos Andres Cuervo
Graphic Design – Zachary Burgh
EPK Producer – Alexis Bosch
EPK Editor – Zoe Viera
Production Assistant – Santiago Parra
Production Assistant – Jorge Armendariz
Media Management – Camilo Castellanos
Catering – Jordan Amari

About ALTER:
ALTER is an ever-expanding platform for the most daring storytellers in the world of horror. We are a home, community and launching pad for our filmmakers. Slip into the dark, disturbing corners of cutting-edge horror.

Filmmakers should visit https://filmfreeway.com/alterdustsubmissions to submit your horror shorts. (Only completed horror shorts will be considered. Unsolicited scripts or pitches will be immediately deleted without review.)

Watch more: https://goo.gl/yvB7EM
Website: watchalter.com
Follow us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/X4LhGr
Follow us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/G6W7zn
Sign-up for the ALTER and DUST Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dChYXb

About Gunpowder + Sky:
Creating content that resonates and impacts pop culture conversation, by empowering creators to take risks and experiment relentlessly in the pursuit of novel stories and formats.

Video Title
https://www.youtube.com/WatchAlter

View Original Video Here

The Pitt vs. ER Lawsuit: Are the Medical Dramas Similar?
The Pitt vs. ER Lawsuit: Are the Medical Dramas Similar?
He Was A Very Powerful Figure In Town, And No One Wanted To Get On His Bad Side: 11 Famous People Who Allegedly Sabotaged Their Partners Careers
He Was A Very Powerful Figure In Town, And No One Wanted To Get On His Bad Side: 11 Famous People Who Allegedly Sabotaged Their Partners Careers
Man Reportedly Stabbed in the Neck During Halloween Party at Jamie Foxxs Home, Suspect Arrested
Man Reportedly Stabbed in the Neck During Halloween Party at Jamie Foxxs Home, Suspect Arrested
The Mosquito Bowl Cast: Meet the Stars From Nicholas Galitzine to Bill Skarsgård
The Mosquito Bowl Cast: Meet the Stars From Nicholas Galitzine to Bill Skarsgård
NBC Affiliate Anchor Is Leaving Just Months After Joining Station
NBC Affiliate Anchor Is Leaving Just Months After Joining Station
Women on the Sidelines: Offside at 20
Women on the Sidelines: Offside at 20
Vin Diesel & Christopher Nolans Photo Has Fast 11 Fans Wanting the Same Thing
Vin Diesel & Christopher Nolans Photo Has Fast 11 Fans Wanting the Same Thing
Martin McDonagh: Avoidance of sentiment is always paramount
Martin McDonagh: Avoidance of sentiment is always paramount
9 Shows Like Campus Drivers to Watch Next
9 Shows Like Campus Drivers to Watch Next
Ask Matt: Send in More (and Funnier) Clowns, Getting Fired on Abbott, Raves for Cupertino & More
Ask Matt: Send in More (and Funnier) Clowns, Getting Fired on Abbott, Raves for Cupertino & More
Lit Hub Daily: November 10, 2026
Lit Hub Daily: November 10, 2026
Beyond Alaskas Window
Beyond Alaskas Window
Momo vs. Momo: How Momo Boyd Is Finding Her Own Voice While Staying True to Infinity Song — Thats Always Been the Dream
Momo vs. Momo: How Momo Boyd Is Finding Her Own Voice While Staying True to Infinity Song — Thats Always Been the Dream
Damage Control: Why Warner Bros. Keeps Making a Mess of the DC Universe
Damage Control: Why Warner Bros. Keeps Making a Mess of the DC Universe
Rocky Kramer’s Rock & Roll Tuesdays Presents “Con Man” On Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 7 PM PT on Twitch
Rocky Kramer’s Rock & Roll Tuesdays Presents “Con Man” On Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 7 PM PT on Twitch
Bassvictim, Chxrry, Boys Noize, and More: This Weeks Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Bassvictim, Chxrry, Boys Noize, and More: This Weeks Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Voting has Begun for the 2026 Goodreads Choice Awards
Voting has Begun for the 2026 Goodreads Choice Awards
The November Oprahs Book Club Reading Selection
The November Oprahs Book Club Reading Selection
Heres the Book That Won the 2026 Booker Prize Winner
Heres the Book That Won the 2026 Booker Prize Winner
Electrifying Mysteries and Riveting Thrillers: New Releases to Keep You Guessing – NewInBooks
Electrifying Mysteries and Riveting Thrillers: New Releases to Keep You Guessing – NewInBooks
These Chanel Fine Jewelry Pieces Are Made to Become Future Heirlooms
These Chanel Fine Jewelry Pieces Are Made to Become Future Heirlooms
How Jennifer Zuccarini of Fleur du Mal Revolutionized Lingerie Styling
How Jennifer Zuccarini of Fleur du Mal Revolutionized Lingerie Styling
5 Dated Wardrobe Staples to Skip in 2027 (and What to Buy)
5 Dated Wardrobe Staples to Skip in 2027 (and What to Buy)
Denim is Timeless, But This 90s Jeans Trend is Set to Take Over in 2027
Denim is Timeless, But This 90s Jeans Trend is Set to Take Over in 2027
The Awakening Review: Colombian Military Horror That Peaks Too Early
The Awakening Review: Colombian Military Horror That Peaks Too Early
Naked Alien Massacre Punishes the Wrong Sin, and That Is the Whole Joke
Naked Alien Massacre Punishes the Wrong Sin, and That Is the Whole Joke
Letitia Wright Horror In Her Shadow Begins in a Basement
Letitia Wright Horror In Her Shadow Begins in a Basement
Killing Time Sets 2027 Release With Freddie Prinze Jr.
Killing Time Sets 2027 Release With Freddie Prinze Jr.