Question: Which American actor, performance artist, and filmmaker directed  an American short slasher film That was released on October 31, 2011?
Facts:
Maniac (2011 film) was directed by Shia LaBeouf
Maniac (2011 film) was released on October 31, 2011
Shia LaBeouf is an American actor, filmmaker, and performance artist
Answer: Shia LaBeouf