Michael Cooke’s short film Curiosity has made the final of the Fresh Meat Horror competition being run by the horror youtube channel Dead Meat. The film is competinng to be part of a feature length anthology film being created by the channel.

The film is one of thirty entries from all over the world competing for a place with the final selection being decided by a public vote. In addition to this, each selected anthology filmmaker will receive $2,500 with an overall grand prize winner receiving $25,000.

The competition closes on 10 September 2026 with the winners being announced on 12 September 2026.

To vote for curiosity, please visit the Fresh Meat page.