
Michael James “Mike” Horbatiuk (born June 9, 2001) is an American filmmaker. He is best known for writing and directing the 2024 thriller Mimeo and creating the series Student Filmmakers. Horbatiuk has written and directed multiple films that have been featured in international film festivals. Horbatiuk started out with a supporting role in the 2022 film MOUNT PLEASANT, and began exploring roles behind the camera. In 2023 Horbatiuk graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts. He has since released multiple short films such as Mimeo, Gigachad, Always Allisons, Be Mine, and more. He also created the web series Student Filmmakers in 2024. Horbatiuk has released all films under Stardom Studios' YouTube page.
Be Mine 2026
Director, Editor, Writer
Meet the Finleys 2025
Director, Producer
I Got that Dog in Me: The Sam Patterson Story 2025
Director
Student Filmmakers 2025
as Jake, Writer, Creator, Director, Producer, Editor, Camera Operator
Always Allison's 2025
as Marty, Cinematography, Director
The Video Killer 2024
as Jeb/The Video Killer, Director
Jack-O-Mantern 2024
Director, Cinematography, Writer, Executive Producer
Mimeo 2024
as Gary, Cinematography, Director, Writer
Gigachad 2024
as Blud, Director, Writer, Executive Producer
My Ex Girlfriend's Teddy Bear 2023
as Will, Director, Writer
Broken Hearts 2022
as Josh, Director, Editor
Room 208 2026
as Man, Producer, Editor
A Grim Day 2025
as Greyson
Credits from TMDB.