New Horror Film ‘What A Catch’ Exposes The Fishing Industry

"What A Catch," a new horror film by Tom Pickering, combines scares with a critique of the fishing industry. The short film follows a Victorian fisherman whose evening trip to the lake takes a sinister turn, bringing to light the environmental impact and cruelty of the fishing industry. Pickering, known for his documentary "I Could Never Go Vegan," created the film through his company Lock The Tent Productions, aiming to make a statement through genre filmmaking.

The film has been well-received at major genre and horror film festivals around the globe, sparking conversations and changing viewers' perspectives on the fishing industry. Pickering's work on "What A Catch" has earned him awards for Best Director and Best Editor, along with the film itself winning Best Mini Short at a film festival. Provoking discussions and activism, "What A Catch" is available to watch on YouTube, shedding light on the devastating impact of the fishing industry on the environment and animals.