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Two standout indie films, All Screwed Up and The Undead, are finding a new audience with their re-release on the emerging streaming platform Reveel, offering fans and newcomers alike the chance to experience these fresh, distinctive works.
All Screwed Up, Rebel’s breakout feature, offers a blend of sharp humor and insightful character work that resonates with anyone who’s ever felt like life turned on an unexpected twist. First released in 2009, the film built a dedicated following in the indie community and continues to find relevance through digital distribution and now its presence on Reveel.
“l wanted to make sure my first film was able to take the viewer in a whole different world than the one they might normally be connected to,” says Bud Rebel. “Seeing it reach a new audience now is incredibly rewarding and it’s amazing to see how Chyna Layne has grown to become the incredible success she is as an actress and it all started with All Screwed Up”
But it’s The Undead – Rebel’s 2023 psychological horror story – that’s been generating a buzz in the genre space. Written by Rebel and directed by Mena Guy, the film centers on a fractured family’s journey into the woods after a tragic loss, only to confront deep emotional terrors alongside eerie forces. Rather than relying on jump scares, The Undead uses its narrative to explore themes of grief, mental health, and the real horrors that can lurk within the human psyche. Critics and genre outlets have noted the film’s atmospheric tension and depth, especially in how it weaves emotional complexity into its horror framework.
“It was a pleasure bringing Bud’s story to life. We had a great time filming it,” says director Mena Guy. “I’m excited to see it released on Reveel. Reveel is a network that genuinely supports indie creators, and I’m really happy to see the film on their platform.”
What makes these re-releases especially significant isn’t just the quality of the films themselves – but where they’re landing. Reveel is part of a growing movement of niche streaming platforms that are challenging the dominance of legacy giants by championing independent and genre-bending cinema. For creators like Rebel, platforms like Reveel provide a space where unconventional storytelling – not just mass appeal – is rewarded. In an era where the major streamers often prioritize franchise/reboot content with big names and data-driven decisions, giving independent voices room to breathe feels like a cultural reset.
This pivot toward more diverse streaming ecosystems not only benefits filmmakers but also audiences hungry for stories that don’t fit the mainstream mold. Rebel’s films – personal, edgy, and thoughtful – are exactly the kind of work that thrives in this new landscape.
As All Screwed Up and The Undead find fresh life on Reveel, Rebel’s voice continues to evolve, pushing boundaries and reminding us why independent storytelling still matters. His career – part rebel, part boundless creativity – embodies the spirit of indie cinema today: resourceful, ambitious, and rooted in real human experience.
Stream All Screwed Up and The Undead on Reveel Now!
For more check out BudRebelWorld.com and tune into the Bud Rebel Show podcast on Spotify, iHeart and Apple podcasts.
