Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum is thrilled to announce the local premiere of the short film Her Self-Inflicted Decapitation on October 30 at 6:00 PM. Directed by local filmmaker Noah Manglapus, this horror film tells the story of Sarah D., a writer seeking inspiration in the diary of a famous murderess, who soon discovers their lives are bound across time and space in mysterious and horrifying ways. This event offers a special opportunity for attendees to screen this locally produced short film, which was shot exclusively at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa.
Her Self-Inflicted Decapitation was filmed earlier this year at Brookside Museum, a former resort hotel built in 1792 that now serves as the home of the Saratoga County History Center. The historic building, with its iconic front porch, exhibition galleries and archival storage spaces, helped to inspire this gothic ghost story. “We were delighted that Noah was moved by our space and wanted to shoot this movie at the museum, and we are so looking forward to screening the completed film,” said Dr. Anne Hollmuller, Executive Director of the Saratoga County History Center. “This is a chance to view Brookside through a whole new lens!”
The event will begin with a screening of Las Hadas de la Sombra, a locally produced horror short film directed by Ryan Jenkins. Following the screening, there will be a Q&A featuring director Noah Manglapus. Throughout the night, attendees can enjoy hot popcorn, soft drinks, and a good scare. Come in historical dress, a Halloween costume, or as you are. All tickets are $5, and are available HERE. Additional tickets will be for sale at the door.
Her Self-Inflicted Decapitation was written & directed by Noah Manglapus and produced by Nathan Barbour. The film’s crew includes Assistant Director Wells Liscomb; 2nd Assistant Director Evan Corbet; Cinematographer Brian Maguda; Assistant Camera Lakota Ruby-Eck; Gaffing Michael Gill; Grip Logan Dorfman; Music by Brian Magda and Chris Dame. The film stars Rayne Polkowski as Sarah A and Sarah D, Wells Liscomb as The Caretaker, Mallie Rae as the Documentary Narrator, and Mark Wenderlich as Sarah’s Father. Her Self-Inflicted Decapitation had its world premiere as an Official Selection at the 2026 H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival in Portland, Oregon.