Neon Alien Horror: Don’t Miss the Jimmy & Stiggs Trailer

Jimmy & Stiggs have just made a wild entrance with a trailer so bizarre that even veteran horror fans might find themselves shocked. Directed by Joe Begos—known for his vibrant indie horror style—this surreal experience was filmed in his apartment, featuring a mix of puppetry, robotic hands, and enough glowing slime to fill a club. With Eli Roth’s new label, The Horror Section, backing the project, this film is poised to hit theaters on August 15, and the horror community is buzzing with anticipation.

What’s intriguing about Jimmy & Stiggs is that it’s not just another late-night flick. Born during a pandemic, this project represents a four-year journey of creative madness. Fueled by caffeine and a deep love for the genre, Begos transformed his Los Angeles home into a playground of bizarre visuals and nocturnal anxiety. As for the trailer? It’s a colorful explosion of practical effects, bizarre aliens, and wild escapades—think of it as a mashup of They Live and Dead Alive, all filtered through a VHS lens.

“He persuaded his team to stay committed to him throughout. One week, he had several horror directors on set as crew… Joe truly excels, and the film rises above its constraints. It ultimately stands as a great film, rather than just a commendable low-budget one.”
—Eli Roth

Why This Goes Beyond a Typical Splatterfest

Let’s be honest: low-budget horror set in one location isn’t a new concept. However, Jimmy & Stiggs turns these restrictions into a unique strength. The trailer radiates a punk vibe reminiscent of the classic days of Sam Raimi and Peter Jackson—think of the cabin fever from Evil Dead II blended with Braindead’s chaotic kitchen scenes, spiced up with more cannabis and less studio polish. Each alien, kill, and pool of neon gore is crafted practically, with a wonderfully chaotic flair.

Incredibly, Begos even tackled the task of climbing into his closet to rig cameras, all while navigating the disorder of his filming environment. The aliens? Ingenious puppets suspended on fishing line, Greys assembled from random store finds, and tons of vivid slime. The end result feels like a lost treasure from the VHS era, birthed from the sheer creativity and urgency that only a global crisis could inspire.

The Untold Story: Pandemic Cinema Goes Wild

Think back to the early days of COVID-19 when many filmmakers attempted to create the next “Unfriended.” Most projects fell short, but Begos took a different approach—he harnessed the pressure of lockdown, amplifying every impulse and visual concept. The last time indie horror embraced this kind of grit and surrealism, we saw projects like Host and One Cut of the Dead—films that celebrated their limitations. Yet, Jimmy & Stiggs takes it one step further; it’s not merely a product of its era but a bold assertion against the notion that studios or multiple locations are necessary for producing impactful cinema.

A crew member, who likely still has traces of slime on their shoes, shared:

“We were essentially living in the set. At one point, our fridge housed both fake blood and actual beer. Good luck telling them apart!”

The Outcome: Cult Classic or Cosmic Chaos?

Here’s the unsettling reality: Jimmy & Stiggs might not resonate with everyone. Some may view it as a neon-infused headache, while others might see a gem for late-night viewing. If you’re after a film that feels like it’s beamed in from a bizarre alternate reality—this is your ticket for the midnight screening. Is it brilliance or absurdity? The choice is yours. But one thing’s for sure: it’s best enjoyed with an audience, and perhaps a raincoat.

Would you indulge in this or toss away $20? No judgment here. (Well, maybe a little.)