VitaMeataVegaTeam Films
A collaborative low-budget filmmaking collective. Members include: Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Jeremy Davis, Cheyenne Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph.
SWEDE:
Originating from the 2008 Michel Gondry film, “Be Kind, Rewind,” a sweded film is a low-budget short remake of a famous film. There are constraints on time and use of special effects (all effects are created in camera, rather than digitally). Many of our Swede remakes are shot-for-shot from the original film.
Attack of the 50-Foot Woman (2024) Based on the 1958 sci-fi thriller of the same name.
When an abused socialite (Ellen Burch) grows to giantess size because of an alien encounter and an aborted murder attempt, she goes after her cheating husband (Jack Manfredi) and his floozy (Cheyenne Rudolph) with revenge on her mind.
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Jeremy Davis, Jack Manfredi, Cheyenne Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph, Alex Kio
WINNER: BEST SWEDED FX/COSTUMES
The Big Crave (2023) Based on Martin Scorsese’s 1967 short film, The Big Shave.
In the process of making a sandwich, a young woman makes a mess.
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph
OFFICIAL SELECTION: DEFY FILM FESTIVAL
How to Care for Your Houseplant (2023) Based on The Little Shop of Horrors (1961) by Roger Corman.
Seymour wants to succeed in his job at the plant store but is having trouble caring for his houseplant, Audrey Jr. Follow along as Seymour learns some useful tips and tricks for keeping his houseplant happy, healthy, and thriving.
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Jeremy Davis, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
Filmed as part of Gainesville Cinemadrome Radaptations Film Competition.
SWEDED: Bride of Frankenstein (2023) Based on the 1935 film of the same name.
Having survived the villagers’ previous attempt to kill him, Frankenstein’s monster makes a new friend, learns how to talk, and teams up with an even madder scientist to create his mate. Love at first sight? Be careful what you wish for.
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Jeremy Davis, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
WINNER: BEST SWEDED FX
SWEDED: Nosferatu (2022) Based on the original 1922 film directed by F. W. Murnau.
In this century-old tale, an ambitious real estate agent gets more than he bargained for when his new client expresses an interest in the house across the street—and the real estate agent’s wife.
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Jeremy Davis, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
WINNER: BEST ADAPTATION/EDITING
The Metamorphosis (2022) Based on the 1915 Franz Kafka novella of the same title.
One sunny morning, hardworking Gregor wakes up a changed man. Tensions run high as Gregor and his family navigate a world on the brink. What does it mean to survive when everything has changed?
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Jeremy Davis, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
SWEDED: King Kong (2021) Based on the original 1933 King Kong film.
There have been dozens of versions of the Kong...but none have been as honest and self-reflective as this latest iteration.
What’s a Kong? Neither Beast nor Man. Check out our hot off-the-press remake and you may or may not have a better understanding…
Mariana Baquero, Ellen Burch, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
SWEDED: Eraserhead (2019) Based on the 1977 David Lynch film of the same title.
Our Sweded version was filmed in 10 days using only practical effects. Look for cornstarch, shaving cream, and sesame seeds!
Mariana Baquero, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
WINNER: BEST SWEDED FX/COSTUMES
SWEDED: The Exorcist (2020) Based on the 1973 William Friedkin film of the same title.
Archaeologists uncover an ancient relic—a representation of the demon Pazuzu. Then, the naive daughter of a famous Hollywood actress misguidedly summons the evil entity, who quickly takes possession of her soul. It’s up to two priests to battle and defeat the powerful demon, but no one is left unscathed.
Mariana Baquero, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph
WINNER: BEST SWEDED FX/COSTUMES
Memoir (2019) Created as part of Cinemadrome 240-Hour Film Race.
During an ordinary day, a new mother grapples with memories of her own childhood conjured by the recent death of her mother.
Mariana Baquero, Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph, Illari Lozen Rudolph, Nigel Rudolph