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IMDb09/10/202613mCanada

Start the Show

“Stunning, Opulent, Stifled!”

Topics:#short

Synopsis

A horror musical short centering on a 1930s starlet as she fights for agency and survival in a cyclical Betty Boop inspired hell.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Blood in the Snow Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Brenna Goodwin-McCabe
Screenplay & Story
Brenna Goodwin-McCabe
Original Score
Finka Wood
Original Title
Start the Show
Country of Origin
Canada
Release Date
09/10/2026
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
13m
Production Studios
Apricity Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Brenna Goodwin-McCabe

Screenplay & Story

Brenna Goodwin-McCabe

Original Score & Music

Finka Wood

Director of Photography

Sara Garth

Film Editing

Bruno Trivelli

Producers

Caylee Watrin, Brenna Goodwin-McCabe

Department Leadership Roster

Brenna Goodwin-McCabe

Director

Brenna Goodwin-McCabe

Writer

Caylee Watrin

Caylee Watrin

Producer

Sara Garth

Director of Photography

Bruno Trivelli

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Start the Show.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Start the Show

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Start the Show about?

A horror musical short centering on a 1930s starlet as she fights for agency and survival in a cyclical Betty Boop inspired hell.

Who directed Start the Show?

Start the Show was directed by Brenna Goodwin-McCabe.

Who stars in Start the Show?

The principal cast of Start the Show includes Kelcey Mawema, Ryan Jefferson Booth.

When was Start the Show released and how long is it?

Start the Show was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 13m.

Who composed the musical score for Start the Show?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Start the Show was composed by Finka Wood.