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Notable examples include Neil Blomkamp, who made Alive in Joburg that eventually evolved into District 9. Wes Ball created Ruin, which led to The Maze Runner. Fetty Alvarez's Panic Attack caught Hollywood’s attention and resulted in his directing Evil Dead. Similarly, David F. Sandberg’s horror shorts opened doors for feature-length projects. These stories underscore how, in their early days, short films served as vital calling cards—proof of talent that could elevate a filmmaker’s career.