Ariel Baska
Directing
Biography
Ariel Baska is a multi-award-winning, multiply Disabled queer horror and documentary filmmaker, who believes in advocacy and accessibility for historically underserved communities. Their work has played on Alaska Airlines, and at film festivals from Berlin to Mexico City to Mumbai. They have presented with Lincoln Center, SXSW (South by Southwest) and the Berlinale on various topics in disability and accessibility in the film and television industry. They are the creator and festival director of ACCESS:HORROR, a film festival and industry summit celebrating the history, future and impact of disability and horror. Regardless of what story they're telling or what work they're doing, they care passionately about the margins.
Known For
"Horror Able" is an educational piece that focuses and raises awareness on disabilities and inclusion. It aims to stress the importance of diversity, representation and accessibility in the industry.
Horror Able
This is a behind the scenes documentary for the making of the film OUR FIRST PRIORITY, which was made in the pandemic under unusual circumstances.
The Devil in the Details
Jess is moving out, and her friends Marsha and Imani are down to help, until they realize they have a traitor in their midst.
Disabled AF
A quick waxing session turns into a nightmare when a Brazilian gets a brazilian.
Sofia
An eager young artist receives a disturbing introduction to the art world during the delivery of a controversial sculpture.
Hangtime
A tale of one girl's experience of medical gaslighting and the avenging angels that keep our universe in balance.