Kazimiera Szyperski
Screenwriter
Horror
Folk Weirdness
Screenwriter Horror Folk Weirdness
Crimson Canvas
OFFICIAL SELECTION TINFF2024
Feature Film
Financing Stage
Folk Horror Noir
An art conservator’s quest to restore a beloved painting leads her to a quiet Canadian town—where the reclusive artist is only the beginning of a mystery steeped in secrets, folklore, and something monstrous hiding in plain sight.
Drain
FINALIST FILMQUET 2025
Feature Film
Financing Stage
Javelin Body Horror
When a college javelin star looks into a risky weight-loss regimen, the “tapeworm” she swallows turns out to be an ancient predator, one that hungers for more than just the competition.
My Story
Versatile writer with a passion for sharp storytelling across screenplays, prose, and digital content. Skilled in crafting bold narratives and authentic dialogue—from intimate character dramas to high-concept genre pieces. I specialize in elevated genre, folk-inspired horror, and darkly comedic projects that champion flawed women. My work has earned awards and festival recognition, with new projects currently in development.
Experience
I’m an award-winning screenwriter who has earned recognition across prestigious competitions and festivals.
Notable Achievements:
FilmQuest - Finalist for Drain (2025)
Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) — Semifinalist for Crimson Canvas (2024)
Launch Pad Pilot Competition — Second Rounder (2022)
Coverfly "Red List" — Multiple placements for top-ranked scripts
Finalist & Semifinalist — Script Pipeline, ScreenCraft, and more
Invited Filmmaker — Monday on Main Street, Sundance Film Festival (Park City, UT)
The feature screenplay Crimson Canvas is currently in development and listed on IMDb, with additional projects in progress for film and television.
Education
Kent State University — Bachelor of Science in Communications
Earned a B.S. in Communications from Kent State University, where I also worked with the university's in-house production company as a Public Relations and Human Resources representative. This role provided early hands-on experience in media development, team communication, and industry operations — all of which continue to inform her narrative work.
Additional credentials and professional background are available on LinkedIn.