Michael Madrigal
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Biography
Michael Madrigal is a filmmaker based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Known For

A giallo horror film about Benny Lazar, a timid son forced by his mother Moira to get a shave and a haircut from a mysterious barber. What ensues is a Technicolor nightmare of love, hate, betrayal, and self-destruction.
Red Razor On Soft Skin

In the throes of societal and political uncertainty, 3 queer women turn sexual and gender-based violence on its head.
REJACKED

Three obnoxious "paranormal investigators" disrupt the peace and quiet of a haunted library.
The Haunters

After losing his mom, Ian’s sudden encounter with Julieta — a fictional Mexican soap opera character mysteriously incarnated — opens his eyes to the beauties of life
Julieta

A misunderstood and isolated transgender teenager takes revenge upon his unaccepting parents. A powerful supernatural entity known as the Bug God contacts him to help him do the deed. A mysterious organization produces a largely fictitious made-for-TV docudrama on the subject.
Bugman

Nick, trapped in a cycle of depression and grief, is pulled from his isolation when his best friend Cal unexpectedly bursts in with an adventurous proposal: a scavenger hunt. As they race solving clues, Nick's spirit lifts, reminding him of the unbreakable bond he shares with his friend.
Pick Me Up

After years of going through special needs school, Adrian faces his greatest challenge yet: masking his autism in high school
Unmasking

An Indigenous college student who shows up at her best friend Molly's house for a study session turned Halloween house party of which Lucille wasn't aware. As she enters the house, Lucille sees the Deer Lady standing in the midst of the party, but she quickly vanishes. The Deer Lady warns Lucille of danger at the party and Lucille is forced to reckon with her own desire to get her work done while she tries to understand what the Deer Lady could mean.
Be Good, Stay Safe

Horseheads is a comedy/crime short film that takes a wild spin on the classic buddy story. It follows Billy, a clueless young drifter searching for meaning, and Frank, a washed-up crook long past his prime. When Billy’s genius plan to rob the local chinese burger joint goes hilariously sideways, the duo stumbles into an unexpected journey of botched heists, unlikely friendship, and maybe figuring out what the heck they’re doing with their lives.
Horseheads

A NASA intern who recently lost his mother steals a piece of technology that he hopes can help him see her again.
Infinity

In 1873, a witch marks a family for death.
Tecolote

A coming-of-age Albuquerque story about the Ditchgoon skate crew. A visceral adventure in a search to figure out what happened during a crazy party…
Goatheads

Jackie, a fashionable serial killer, is determined to kill her cheating boyfriend, Wyatt.
Redress

Andy, an addict whose quitting journey has been feeble, faces the comically absurd and ends up finding support in unexpected places.
An Andy Chapter

Dark comedy short follows a heartbroken young man as he delves into betrayal, concealed truths, and family complexities.
Bread

Two men wander a post-apocalyptic desert while transporting a box that is thought to have ended the world.
The Box at the End of the World

In a surreal, animated fish market, three species discuss their plights and places on the food chain.
FSH

Lewd, sex-symbol musician, Hot 'N' Dangerous, has the erotic encounter with a groupie he's always dreamed of. The only problem? It's his first time.
First Time Sexpot

Luca fears for his life while preparing to dump his girlfriend Ruby, who may or may not be a vampire. He quickly realizes, leaving her may not be as easy as he thought...
Breakups Suck

A young street kid criminal lies half dead in an alleyway, knocking on death's door. He's approached by a devilish figure who gives him a choice. Get jammed full of experimental cybernetics to save his life - but become property of the police department, or die. Quickly rising through the ranks, JC Howell becomes one of the best detectives on the force, despite his young age. While investigating a bizarre murder, an old enemy is revealed, sending him on a quest for revenge.