Experience a rip-roaring, gut-splattering zombie-fest with Johnny Z – the ultimate action-packed horror from award-winning writer-director Jonathan Straiton (Night of Something Strange). This undead, brain-splatting wild-ride is out now on UK Digital Platforms courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films.
The earth has changed beyond recognition as a violent zombie epidemic has almost completely wiped-out human life as we know it. A half-human, half-zombie creation called Johnny (Michael Merchant – She Kills) has escaped from medical prison and driven by the knowledge that his blood may hold the key to a cure for the zombie outbreak, embarks on a mission to find a scientist capable of developing an antidote.
Johnny’s dangerous journey is driven by a desire for merciless revenge against his nefarious creators. Teaming up with Jonray, a martial arts Grandmaster, and his brother Crisanto (Jason Delgado), they embark on a treacherous violence fuelled-quest.
Join Johnny Z for an explosive blend...
The earth has changed beyond recognition as a violent zombie epidemic has almost completely wiped-out human life as we know it. A half-human, half-zombie creation called Johnny (Michael Merchant – She Kills) has escaped from medical prison and driven by the knowledge that his blood may hold the key to a cure for the zombie outbreak, embarks on a mission to find a scientist capable of developing an antidote.
Johnny’s dangerous journey is driven by a desire for merciless revenge against his nefarious creators. Teaming up with Jonray, a martial arts Grandmaster, and his brother Crisanto (Jason Delgado), they embark on a treacherous violence fuelled-quest.
Join Johnny Z for an explosive blend...
- 8/15/2023
- by Peter 'Witchfinder' Hopkins
- Horror Asylum
Stars: Ryan Laplante, Michael Merchant, Félix Cortés Rodríguez, Jason Delgado | Written and Directed by Jonathan Straiton
A blaring alarm opens co-writer/director Jonathan Straiton’s latest film, as someone tries evading armed guards at a mysterious location. It turns out this is a decoy set by Dr. Fisher (Ryan Laplante), so he can escape an evil corporation with a half-human, half-zombie referred to as Patient Z (Michael Merchant). Their plans are halted by a vehicular crash, which is stumbled upon by martial arts master Jonray (Félix Cortés Rodríguez). The dying doctor asks the figure to look after his patient, whose blood can save everything in this zombie-ravaged world.
Jonray begins bonding with the half-zombie that he brings back to his home, eventually seeing him as a surrogate son that he names Johnny (a name that has links to the lead’s obligatory tragic flashback). Mutual respect builds between the pair amidst fight training,...
A blaring alarm opens co-writer/director Jonathan Straiton’s latest film, as someone tries evading armed guards at a mysterious location. It turns out this is a decoy set by Dr. Fisher (Ryan Laplante), so he can escape an evil corporation with a half-human, half-zombie referred to as Patient Z (Michael Merchant). Their plans are halted by a vehicular crash, which is stumbled upon by martial arts master Jonray (Félix Cortés Rodríguez). The dying doctor asks the figure to look after his patient, whose blood can save everything in this zombie-ravaged world.
Jonray begins bonding with the half-zombie that he brings back to his home, eventually seeing him as a surrogate son that he names Johnny (a name that has links to the lead’s obligatory tragic flashback). Mutual respect builds between the pair amidst fight training,...
- 8/14/2023
- by James Rodrigues
- Nerdly
Johnny Z Trailer — Jonathan Straiton‘s Johnny Z (2023) movie trailer has been released by Black Mandala Films. The Johnny Z trailer stars Michael Merchant, Jason Delgado, David E. McMahon, Ellie Church, and Felix Cortes. Poster Johnny Z Movie Poster Plot Synopsis Johnny Z‘s plot synopsis: “Johnny is half human and half zombie. Within his blood just [...]
Continue reading: Johnny Z (2023) Movie Trailer: A Human/ Zombie Hybrid May Hold the Key to Ending a Global Epidemic...
Continue reading: Johnny Z (2023) Movie Trailer: A Human/ Zombie Hybrid May Hold the Key to Ending a Global Epidemic...
- 1/22/2023
- by Rollo Tomasi
- Film-Book
On the JoBlo Movies YouTube channel, we will be posting one full movie every day of the week, giving viewers the chance to watch them entirely free of charge. Today’s Free Movie of the Day is director Jonathan Straiton’s 2016 horror comedy Night of Something Strange, and you can watch the movie over on the YouTube channel linked above, or you can just watch it in the embed at the top of this article.
Scripted by Straiton with Ron Bonk and Mean Gene, Night of Something Strange has the following synopsis: Five teenage friends set out for the beach on their Spring Break vacation. Good times are cut short when one of the group, Carrie, contracts a deadly sexual transmitted disease during a bathroom stop. When they stop for the night at an isolated motel, the real terror begins when the Std virus starts running rampant, turning those infected into the living dead.
Scripted by Straiton with Ron Bonk and Mean Gene, Night of Something Strange has the following synopsis: Five teenage friends set out for the beach on their Spring Break vacation. Good times are cut short when one of the group, Carrie, contracts a deadly sexual transmitted disease during a bathroom stop. When they stop for the night at an isolated motel, the real terror begins when the Std virus starts running rampant, turning those infected into the living dead.
- 12/29/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Stars: Trey Harrison, Michael Merchant, Wes Reid, Nathan Bonk, Jennie Russo, Samantha Varga, Brett Janeski, Melissa Lamartina, Mary Snell, Nathan Hine, Edward Mastin, John Krenrich, Sarah Noelle, Stacy M. Underwood | Written and Directed by Ron Bonk
Ron Bonk, whose film She Kills played at Horror-On-Sea last year, returns to the festival with his magnum opus House Shark – which tells the story of Frank (Trey Harrison) who finds his happy home under attack by a dangerous but largely unknown breed of shark. To taje on the dealy foe he’s enlists the aid of the world’s only “House Shark” Expert, Zachary (Michael Merchant), and a grizzled former real estate agent, Abraham (Wes Reid), who help him to embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast and claim back his life.
Ok, so let me get this straight House Shark is a Jaws remake, right..? Frank is Brody, Zachary is [an insane] Hooper,...
Ron Bonk, whose film She Kills played at Horror-On-Sea last year, returns to the festival with his magnum opus House Shark – which tells the story of Frank (Trey Harrison) who finds his happy home under attack by a dangerous but largely unknown breed of shark. To taje on the dealy foe he’s enlists the aid of the world’s only “House Shark” Expert, Zachary (Michael Merchant), and a grizzled former real estate agent, Abraham (Wes Reid), who help him to embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast and claim back his life.
Ok, so let me get this straight House Shark is a Jaws remake, right..? Frank is Brody, Zachary is [an insane] Hooper,...
- 1/10/2019
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
A new teaser trailer has debuted for Jonathan Straiton's (Night of Something Strange) Johnny Z. This zombie thriller was penned by horror creator Ron Bonk (She Kills). And, the film stars: Michael Merchant (House Shark), martial arts master Felix Cortes, Ellie Church (Harvest Lake) and many others. In this action thriller, one man holds the cure to a zombie epidemic. Johnny (Merchant) must find a missing doctor, before he can put the undead down (again). Johnny Z was developed by Hurricane Bridge Entertainment. And, a teaser trailer is available now, for the film. This title was funded through a successful Indiegogo campaign. Fully independent, the campaign continues with participants able to pick up lots of perks. A signed Blu-ray is available, along with several other treats. A link to the ongoing project is below. As well, the first teaser trailer shows some of the film's exciting scenarios. One man...
- 11/23/2018
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Check out the trailer for this upcoming Spanish/English language martial arts action flick Johnny Z. Put together by the team that has created lo-fi genre films like She Kills, House Shark and Night of Something Strange the film is aiming to debut on the festival circuit in the Spring of 2019. Johnny Z is a film about a half human, half zombie named Johnny who’s blood holds the cure to the zombie epidemic. After escaping Nordac, an experimental medical prison, Johnny comes under the guidance of a martial arts Grandmaster named Jonray who agrees under a dying wish to protect and embarks on a journey to find a missing doctor while battling his one personal demons. Starring Michael Merchant (House Shark, Night of...
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- 11/23/2018
- Screen Anarchy
You’re gonna need a bigger house! When Frank (Trey Harrison) finds his happy home under attack by a dangerous but largely unknown breed of shark, he’s enlists the aid of the world’s only “House Shark” Expert, Zachary (Michael Merchant), and a grizzled former real estate agent, Abraham (Wes Reid), to embark on a desperate quest …
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- 2/15/2018
- by Horrornews.net
- Horror News
Director Jonathan Straiton (Night of Something Strange) is in pre-production on another horror film. The title is Johnny Z. Currently, Johnny Z is looking for funding, before shooting begins. Hurricane Bridge Entertainment has already secured distribution, through Black Mandala. Johnny Z has been influenced by films of the past, including George A. Romero's Land of the Dead (2005) and Gareth Evans' The Raid (2011). As well, perks are being offered to horror fans, if they support this project. A preview of the film is hosted here. The story involves a half human, half zombie - named Johnny. He seeks revenge on the sadistic corporation who created him. But, he will need to prepare himself for the battle, that lays ahead. A few casting details have been announced. Night of Something Strange alumni Michael Merchant, Trey Harrison and Wayne Johnson will return. As well, Felix Cortes will star. Johnny Z is...
- 11/7/2017
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Night of Something Strange, a homage to 80’s horror directed by Jonathan Straiton (Big Fish in Middlesex) and co-written by Ron Bonk (She Kills), stars Trey Harrison, Rebecca Kasek, Michael Merchant, Wayne Wilbur Johnson and Toni Ann Gambale. It has played major film festivals around the world and secured spots in many top 10 horror movies of 2016 lists; including Fangoria’s Dreadful Ten-Must See of 2016!
Five teenage friends set out for the beach on their Spring Break vacation. Good times are cut short when one of the group, Carrie, contracts a deadly sexual transmitted disease during a bathroom stop. When they stop for the night at an isolated motel, the real terror begins when the Std virus starts running rampant, turning those infected into the living dead. However, there’s more going on at the motel than meets the eye.
Co-produced by Srs Cinema, Night of Something Strange is currently available...
Five teenage friends set out for the beach on their Spring Break vacation. Good times are cut short when one of the group, Carrie, contracts a deadly sexual transmitted disease during a bathroom stop. When they stop for the night at an isolated motel, the real terror begins when the Std virus starts running rampant, turning those infected into the living dead. However, there’s more going on at the motel than meets the eye.
Co-produced by Srs Cinema, Night of Something Strange is currently available...
- 1/31/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
The wait is almost over, Ultimate Night of the Living Dead #3 issues will be released on February 24th. Also in this round-up: details on The X-Files UFO event, Shudder's partnership with Sundance Film Festival, two Doctor Who Blu-rays, Yoga Hosers comic, and House Shark.
Ultimate Night of the Living Dead #3: "For those of you that have been looking for our 3rd issues, your patience will be rewarded. Issue 3 Super Packs and individual titles will be released on February 24th, 2016.
Follow as Evans County continues to fall into the grips of an undead invasion. See the invasion from 10 different perspectives.
Sh*t’s about to get real."
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The X-Files UFO: "It’s an Out-Of-This-World X-Files Experience That Fans Won’t Want to Miss
Come See the UFO Today in Los Angeles At The Grove (189 Grove Dr., La) from 8:00 Am – 10:00 Pm
Share your Pictures on Your Favorite...
Ultimate Night of the Living Dead #3: "For those of you that have been looking for our 3rd issues, your patience will be rewarded. Issue 3 Super Packs and individual titles will be released on February 24th, 2016.
Follow as Evans County continues to fall into the grips of an undead invasion. See the invasion from 10 different perspectives.
Sh*t’s about to get real."
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The X-Files UFO: "It’s an Out-Of-This-World X-Files Experience That Fans Won’t Want to Miss
Come See the UFO Today in Los Angeles At The Grove (189 Grove Dr., La) from 8:00 Am – 10:00 Pm
Share your Pictures on Your Favorite...
- 1/23/2016
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Post-production on She Kills, from writer / director Ron Bonk, is nearly complete. This nutty spoof of 70s grindhouse flicks will hit the film festival circuit this summer. A release date will be announced shortly thereafter. In the meantime, here is the recently-completed first official preview trailer for the movie.
"She Kills" 70's Grindhouse Movie First Official Trailer Female Revenge Horror Thriller Exploitation )
Story Synopsis: When Sadie's husband is murdered by a vicious gang called "The Touchers", she finds she possesses a strange hidden power that will aid her in her quest for revenge! She Kills is a madcap homage to exploitation / martial arts / revenge pictures of the 1970s.
The film is written and directed by Ron Bonk, and produced by Jonathan Straiton. The movie stars Jennie Russo, Trey Harrison, Michael Merchant, Jody Pucello, David Royal, and Martha Zemsta.
Keep up with the She Kills madness on Facebook.
Ron Bonk has been writing,...
"She Kills" 70's Grindhouse Movie First Official Trailer Female Revenge Horror Thriller Exploitation )
Story Synopsis: When Sadie's husband is murdered by a vicious gang called "The Touchers", she finds she possesses a strange hidden power that will aid her in her quest for revenge! She Kills is a madcap homage to exploitation / martial arts / revenge pictures of the 1970s.
The film is written and directed by Ron Bonk, and produced by Jonathan Straiton. The movie stars Jennie Russo, Trey Harrison, Michael Merchant, Jody Pucello, David Royal, and Martha Zemsta.
Keep up with the She Kills madness on Facebook.
Ron Bonk has been writing,...
- 3/11/2014
- by Eric Stanze
- FEARnet
Just yesterday we told you about Jonathan Straiton's new zombie film Night of Something Strange, and today we have plot details and the first trailer. Don't ever say we don't work quickly.
The flick stars Rebecca C. Kasek, Trey Harrison, Wayne W Johnson, Toni Ann Gambale, Michael Merchant, John Walsh, Tarrence Taylor, Nicola Fiore, Janet Mayson, Kirk Lasalle, Billy Garberina, Wes Reid, and Brinke Stevens.
In the movie teenage friends out for beach week get unexpectedly detoured to a creepy motel where a deadly Std virus now runs rampant, turning those infected into the living dead.
For more info as it comes, visit the official Night of Something Strange website, "like" Night of Something Strange on Facebook, and follow director Jonathan Straiton on Twitter.
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Be strange in the comments section below!
The flick stars Rebecca C. Kasek, Trey Harrison, Wayne W Johnson, Toni Ann Gambale, Michael Merchant, John Walsh, Tarrence Taylor, Nicola Fiore, Janet Mayson, Kirk Lasalle, Billy Garberina, Wes Reid, and Brinke Stevens.
In the movie teenage friends out for beach week get unexpectedly detoured to a creepy motel where a deadly Std virus now runs rampant, turning those infected into the living dead.
For more info as it comes, visit the official Night of Something Strange website, "like" Night of Something Strange on Facebook, and follow director Jonathan Straiton on Twitter.
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
Got news? Click here to submit it!
Be strange in the comments section below!
- 3/5/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
There's nothing like a good zombie movie, man. When one is firing on all cylinders, magic happens. In terms of Jonathan Straiton's new film Night of Something Strange, we are hoping for the best! Check out the first stills and more.
The flick stars Rebecca C. Kasek, Trey Harrison, Wayne W Johnson, Toni Ann Gambale, Michael Merchant, John Walsh, Tarrence Taylor, Nicola Fiore, Janet Mayson, Kirk Lasalle, Billy Garberina, Wes Reid, and Brinke Stevens.
No plot details are available at this time, but according to IMDb's Plot Keywords, the film involves "Zombie - Gore - Tampon - Blood - Std". With a list like that, how could we Not give the movie a mention?
For more info as it comes, visit the official Night of Something Strange website, "like" Night of Something Strange on Facebook, and follow director Jonathan Straiton on Twitter.
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
Got news? Click here to submit it!
The flick stars Rebecca C. Kasek, Trey Harrison, Wayne W Johnson, Toni Ann Gambale, Michael Merchant, John Walsh, Tarrence Taylor, Nicola Fiore, Janet Mayson, Kirk Lasalle, Billy Garberina, Wes Reid, and Brinke Stevens.
No plot details are available at this time, but according to IMDb's Plot Keywords, the film involves "Zombie - Gore - Tampon - Blood - Std". With a list like that, how could we Not give the movie a mention?
For more info as it comes, visit the official Night of Something Strange website, "like" Night of Something Strange on Facebook, and follow director Jonathan Straiton on Twitter.
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
Got news? Click here to submit it!
- 3/4/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Many years ago my life was changed. Not by some tragedy or epiphany, but by a movie so wretched and boring it lives in infamy as what is no doubt the worst movie I have ever seen. That title is held by Ron Bonk's Strawberry Estates, and now... over a decade later The Bonk Is Back!
Don't get me wrong... Ron is a great guy and a gentleman, and I'm sure he's learned a thing or 10k about filmmaking since that flick was unleashed upon my forever scarred psyche. Even I have to admit his latest effort, She Kills, looks like a boatload of fun.
Judge for yourselves while watching the trailer and digging on the artwork.
Ya know what? Even if She Kills is just okay, it enabled me to write what is probably my favorite headline ever. Well played, Mr. Bonk. Well played.
Written and directed by Bonk,...
Don't get me wrong... Ron is a great guy and a gentleman, and I'm sure he's learned a thing or 10k about filmmaking since that flick was unleashed upon my forever scarred psyche. Even I have to admit his latest effort, She Kills, looks like a boatload of fun.
Judge for yourselves while watching the trailer and digging on the artwork.
Ya know what? Even if She Kills is just okay, it enabled me to write what is probably my favorite headline ever. Well played, Mr. Bonk. Well played.
Written and directed by Bonk,...
- 2/26/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
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