Origin Alpha 1962

McMullen and Greene Launch Action-Horror Origin Story Inspired by Survival Horror Classics 

JACKSONVILLE, NC – A gripping new action-horror feature with sci-fi elements is now in development from writer-director David McMullen, with Anthony Greene serving as executive producer. Described as the origin story of a larger cinematic universe, the film draws inspiration from genre-defining survival horror games such as Silent Hill, 7 Days to Die, and Parasite Eve.

Set in 1962, the film follows a young U.S. Marine combat correspondent sent to an unmarked military facility for what appears to be a standard assignment. But as the story unfolds, a hidden Cold War-era project emerges—one shrouded in secrecy, science, and something far more unsettling.

“This is where it all begins,” said McMullen. “We’re building a grounded, character-driven story that spirals into something much bigger—something that sets the tone for the world we’ll continue to explore in future films.”

The project is said to blend retro military realism with psychological tension and biological horror, channeling the atmospheric dread and escalating survival elements that made its game inspirations iconic.

Executive Producer Anthony Greene emphasized the long-term vision behind the project: “This is the spark. It’s a standalone story, yes—but it’s also the first chapter of something far more expansive and dangerous.”

While specific plot details are being kept under tight wraps, early development notes hint at a slow-burning narrative with escalating terror, a stylized 1960s backdrop, and an unsettling mystery at the film’s core.

Currently in development, the film promises to deliver a fresh yet nostalgic take on action-horror storytelling, setting the stage for what could become a thrilling and terrifying cinematic saga.

Further announcements on casting, production, and connected future installments are expected soon.

Retroverse Media Begins Principal Photography on Origin Alpha 1962
Halloween Premiere Planned for 2025

JACKSONVILLE, NC — July 19, 2025 — Cameras are officially rolling on Origin Alpha 1962, the highly anticipated action-horror short film from Retroverse Media. Principal photography has begun at Ten Crow Studios and various on-location sets across North Carolina.

The film stars Rosito in the chilling role of Dr. Kenji Higashi, a Cold War-era biochemist whose experiments spiral into terrifying consequences. Opposite him is Hayden Lee McMullen as 2nd Lt. Calloway, a combat news correspondent whose investigation into a top-secret military project uncovers a deadly truth.

Directed by David Charles McMullen, Origin Alpha 1962 serves as a prologue to a larger post-apocalyptic miniseries titled Project Revenant. Blending vintage military intrigue with survival-horror elements, the film promises a stylish throwback with modern cinematic punch.

If production stays on schedule, Retroverse Media aims to premiere the film just in time for Halloween 2025—perfect for fans of classic sci-fi horror with a modern twist.

Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes updates as Origin Alpha 1962 continues to bring its haunting vision to life.