Every Family Has Its Rituals—Ours Are Just a Bit Darker

We’re Mythic Picnic, an indie studio passionate about creating genre-blending stories filled with humour, horror, and heart. Our past work includes viral hits like the Midgies concept trailer, plus commercial and television projects.

Now, creators Alessio Avezzano (writer/director) and Jamie MacColl (actor, writer & comedian) have teamed up to bring you Straw, a darkly funny Scottish folk horror short.

Straw is about struggling to find your path in life—especially when a cult has already chosen it for you. Think The Wicker Man meets Elf. In this family, disappointing your parents isn’t just awkward—it’s a sacrifice.

With your support, we can deliver a fresh and hilariously unsettling twist on the folk horror genre.

What We Need & What You Get

We’re raising £15,000 to bring Straw to life with the quality and creativity it deserves. Your contributions will fund:

Practical Effects: Immersive, authentic, tangible horror.

Unique Locations: Eerie and stunning Scottish locations to enhance atmosphere.

Cast and Crew: Fairly compensating talented artists for top-tier performances.

Festival Submissions: Ensuring Straw reaches audiences worldwide.

In return, you get exciting perks:

Early Access: Watch Straw before festival premieres.

Producer Credits: Your name immortalized on screen.

Exclusive Updates: Go behind-the-scenes with regular production updates.

Signed Digital Script: Digital copy personally signed by the creators.

Personalized Thank-You Messages: A special digital thank-you just for you.

Every penny contributed helps us bring Straw closer to reality—no matter how close we get to our goal. Backing the film now is essentially your ticket to see it first.

Stretch Goal

If we surpass our initial £15,000 goal early, our next exciting target is £20,000. This would enable us to:

Elevate Practical Effects: Intensify scares and realism with advanced special effects.

Expand Iconic Scenes: Additional filming days to capture even more unforgettable moments.

Your extra support can transform Straw from great into legendary.

The Impact

Independent horror thrives on community. Straw isn’t just our film—it’s a partnership with you. With your backing, we can turn Straw into a festival favourite and put Scottish genre films firmly on the map.

Our team has a proven track record: Alessio creates viral ads for household brands and directed the Midgies trailer, which garnered over a million views and national press. Jamie is known for his intense, absurd sketches, gaining a strong TikTok following and delighting audiences on stage. Together, we’re dedicated to delivering an unforgettable good time.

Risks & Challenges

Film production always comes with hurdles—from scheduling conflicts to unpredictable Scottish weather—but we're seasoned creators who know how to overcome these obstacles. Our meticulous planning, resourcefulness, and industry experience prepare us to tackle any unexpected challenges head-on. We promise transparency and regular updates throughout the entire process.

Other Ways You Can Help

If you can't contribute financially, you can still help tremendously by spreading the word:

Share this campaign widely on social media.

Tell your friends and family who love genre films about Straw.

Use IndieGoGo’s share tools to help our film reach as many people as possible.

Together, let’s make Straw a reality—so go on, join the cult!