Twin Peaks' Chris Mulkey Stars in Twisted Dark Comedy Western "Invitation To A Hangin'," Premiering at Silicon Beach Film Festival

HOLLYWOOD, CA - September 5, 2025 - On the American frontier, justice is swift, morality is flexible, and the only thing cheaper than a life is a good length of rope. This cynical truth is at the heart of the new short film "Invitation To A Hangin'," a subversive dark comedy that will make its world premiere at the 2025 Silicon Beach Film Festival.

The film stars the celebrated actor Chris Mulkey (Twin Peaks, Whiplash) in a wry and twisted take on the Western genre. He plays one of two bounty hunters who, after successfully capturing their man, discover that getting paid is the easy part. What should be a simple hanging spirals into an absurd comedy of errors, revealing that frontier justice is often a messy business of misguided ambition and sheer incompetence.

The film's sharp, satirical edge comes from writer-director Omar Antonio Iturriaga, an NYU Tisch graduate and founder of the tech-forward studio Deep Frame AI. Iturriaga uses his perspective as a digital-age storyteller, experienced in AI and virtual reality, to cleverly deconstruct the myths of the Old West. The result is a film that honors the genre's iconic look while mercilessly lampooning its self-serious conventions.

This dark vision is brought to life by a stellar ensemble. Chris Mulkey's celebrated gravitas is expertly deployed for comedic effect, highlighting the absurdity of his character's predicament. He is joined by the talented Charlie McElveen (HBO's The Deuce) and the versatile Ray Buffer (Curb Your Enthusiasm, Into The Wild Frontier). The film is produced by Vic Brandt, a multi-platform content creator who brings a distinctly modern and strategic approach to a story gleefully stuck in the past.

"Invitation To A Hangin'" is a sharp, funny, and unexpectedly poignant look at the bloody bureaucracy of the West, perfect for audiences who like their comedies with a bit of bite and their Westerns with a healthy dose of reality.

About the Film
Logline: A simple bounty was supposed to end with a hanging. But for two morally flexible bounty hunters, procedural hang-ups, personal squabbles, and their own staggering incompetence turn a routine execution into a darkly comedic nightmare.

Key Talent Highlights
Chris Mulkey (Cast): A legendary and prolific character actor known for his memorable roles in David Lynch's Twin Peaks, the Oscar-winning Whiplash, Captain Phillips, and Boardwalk Empire.

Omar Antonio Iturriaga (Director/Writer): An MFA graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and the founder of Deep Frame AI, specializing in integrating cutting-edge technology (AI, VR, AR) with compelling narrative.

Vic Brandt (Producer): A versatile producer and content strategist with a deep understanding of digital storytelling and audience engagement across all platforms.

Charlie McElveen (Cast): A graduate of The Guildhall Drama School, known for his work on HBO's The Deuce and the upcoming feature La Flamme Rouge.

Ray Buffer (Cast): A multifaceted actor with notable credits in Curb Your Enthusiasm, Into The Wild Frontier, and the upcoming Skycrash and My Face.

Media & Press
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About Silicon Beach Film Festival
The Silicon Beach Film Festival champions the spirit of independent filmmaking, providing a premier showcase for emerging and established artists to connect with audiences, industry leaders, and the vibrant tech and entertainment community.

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