Alexander Prater
Directing
Biography
Alexander Prater is a versatile filmmaker based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with expertise spanning acting, directing, screenwriting, cinematography, and editing. He is the founder of Obscure Film Company, through which he produces a variety of independent films. Prater’s notable works include “The Five Stages of Quarantine” (2021), “Safety Patrol” (2022), And “Halloween Spooktacular: 2023” (2023). His storytelling is Influenced by his appreciation for the concept of absurdity, a theme he often explores in his projects such as "How To Hide A Body" (2019) and the upcoming "Ghost Buddies: The Gathering." With a passion for filmmaking and a desire to create engaging stories, Prater continues to expand his body of work and contribute to the independent film scene.
Known For
When a college student goes to a new place to get a haircut, he discovers that his barber is a psychopath.
Bad Haircut
With less than 9 hours left, a writer struggling with writer's block must find creative inspiration before it's too late.
the SCRIPT
A group of friends gather for a birthday weekend in a "rented" house that's haunted. Their ghost-hunting friend, Connor, secretly seeks a possessed plush toy, causing chaos. He must find and exorcise the toy without alerting his friends.
Ghost Buddies: The Gathering
This short film, made for a 48-hour film festival, tells the story of a secret agent on a mission to save the world.
Operation: Pomme De Terre
When a woman walks in on her place being robbed, she starts to realize her night isn't going to go as planned.
Peppers
Two friends visit their recently laid-off pal after losing contact, only to find him acting odd and making some questionable choices.
Check-In
After a series of mysterious studio firings, George Lucas tracks down the evil forces trying to ruin his beloved franchise's fate.
The Last Director
Following the discovery of a thrown out bag of weed, two middle school safety patrol officers attempt to stop the drug trade in their town.
Safety Patrol
A group of ghost hunters are searching for something evil in their area.
Ghost Buddies: Special Edition
George Lucas and Steven Spielberg join forces to stop J.J. Abrams before it's too late.
The Final Frontier
After the events of "The Last Director," J.J. finds help from an unexpected ally.