Who is Dirk van Sloten?
Dirk van Sloten is an OUT screenwriter/director with experience in LGBTQIA+, Horror, Thriller, and Science Fiction Genres. His background in both film and video game production make him the right choice for your next short or feature length film.
- His passion for film is reflected in all aspects of film production.
- Autodidact, he's always motivated and passionate to learn more.
- Being European born, and a naturalized US citizen makes him uniquely qualified in handling diversity sensitive projects.
In March 2024 he completed his debut feature film Company of Shadows, an award winning film.
Diversity and Quality
It's his core belief that quality comes from diversity.
Genres
The genres Dirk feels most comfortable with are Horror, Science Fiction, LGBTQ+, Drama, and Thrillers. Yet, he's not limited to those.
People
Film truly is a collaborative art form. The smallest cog can break the biggest clockwork. Thus everyone is equally important on set.
Training
Dirk holds a Master of Science from Full Sail University, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from U.W. Milwaukee.
shorts
Check out my short films!
Rocket Science
Science Fiction / Social Commentary
Entire Short Film
The last evacuation ships are about to launch and leave a dying earth for good. But Marcus Staley is delayed, and so he needs to find a way to hold the launch.
BAD BOY
Horror
Entire Short Film
A two minute short specifically made for the MyAnnabelleCreation Contest.
The Box Collector
Horror
Trailer
A sinister fortune teller receives a strange gift with a creepy purpose...
feature
Check out Company of Shadows!
Contact
Contact Dirk