Jeremiah Kipp, Director of Slapface and The Mortuary Assistant, Remembered by Filmmakers

 NEW YORK, NY — Jeremiah Kipp, a New York-based filmmaker and director known for his work in independent cinema, died on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, according to a statement shared by the Long Island International Film Expo. His reported passing has prompted tributes from collaborators, friends, and fellow filmmakers who remember him for his storytelling, creative vision, and willingness to help others develop their skills. The cause of his death has not been publicly disclosed.

Kipp built a career directing short films and feature productions, establishing connections across the independent filmmaking community. His credited projects included Slapface, The Sadist, Faceless, and the 2026 horror film The Mortuary Assistant. Through work spanning different stories and formats, he contributed to a filmmaking landscape where directors often work closely with actors, writers, producers, and crews to bring projects from early ideas to completed productions.

For many who knew Kipp, his influence extended beyond the films he directed. Tributes highlighted his generosity toward emerging artists and his interest in helping others discover their creative potential. Independent productions can offer opportunities for filmmakers to develop distinctive voices, but they also depend on collaboration, guidance, and people willing to share what they have learned. Those remembering Kipp described him as someone who offered that kind of support to people entering the creative field.

One filmmaker recalled Kipp’s role in bringing the pilot of MOMTRESS to life and described the guidance he provided during their introduction to filmmaking. The collaborator remembered him as thoughtful, brilliant, creative, and exceptionally generous. Their tribute conveyed how Kipp helped make the process of creating a project feel possible, while offering direction and encouragement that remained meaningful beyond the production itself. Such recollections show how a director’s influence can continue through the people who learn from working alongside them.

Another longtime friend expressed shock at Kipp’s death, remembering him as kind, talented, and gentle. The tributes reflect different aspects of his place in the community: his work as a director, his relationships with fellow artists, and the personal encouragement he offered. Although the available information does not provide a complete account of his life or career, these memories suggest that his impact was felt both through his creative projects and through the connections he built.

The Long Island International Film Expo shared news of Kipp’s passing while citing his longtime life partner, Lindsay Katt. Condolences have been directed toward Katt, Kipp’s family, friends, colleagues, and others grieving his death. One tribute also expressed sympathy over the reported loss of independent filmmaker Matthew Jason Walsh. Further details about Kipp’s death, including its cause, have not been publicly disclosed, and no additional circumstances should be assumed.

As independent filmmakers remember Jeremiah Kipp, his legacy is reflected in the films he directed and the creative relationships he helped nurture. Projects such as Slapface, Faceless, and The Mortuary Assistant remain part of his professional record, while collaborators carry memories of his guidance and generosity. For those who worked with him or learned from him, his influence reaches beyond credits on a screen. His reported passing leaves a loss within the independent film community, where his work and encouragement will continue to be remembered.