Bunker Heights
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| Directed by | Drew Fortier |
| Written by | Drew Fortier |
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| Produced by | Hannah Fierman |
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| Cinematography | Gordon Cameron |
| Edited by | Drew Fortier |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $30,000 |
Bunker Heights is an upcoming American horror film written and directed by Drew Fortier and starring Hannah Fierman, Chaney Morrow, Paul T. Taylor, James L. Edwards, David Ellefson, Vinnie Dombroski, and Violent J.[1] The plot of the film follows the citizens of a run-down city that must navigate a deadly threat.[2]
Cast
- Drew Fortier as Derek Tucker
- Hannah Fierman as Julia Stevenson
- Chaney Morrow as Burrows
- Paul T. Taylor as Doctor Young
- David Ellefson as Cranford
- Vinnie Dombroski as Vin
- Violent J as Joe
- Floyd Ewing Jr. as Collins
- Douglas Esper as David
- Daniel John Kearney as Mayor Augusto
- James L. Edwards as Bellini
- L.C. Holt as Henry
- Roni Locke as Kristy
Production
The film was conceived, produced, and shot in secret throughout 2023 with a budget of $30,000.[3]
The movie was shot in various locations in the United States, including Knoxville, Tennessee; Cleveland, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Miami County, Ohio.[4]
Ex-Megadeth bassist David Ellefson executive-produced and appears in the film along with fellow musicians Vinnie Dombroski (Sponge) and Violent J (Insane Clown Posse).[5]
The teaser trailer and poster art were released in early January 2024.[6]
In January 2026, the film's full trailer premiered exclusively on episodes of Lunacy, the weekly television program produced by Juggalo Championship Wrestling.[7]
References
- ^ Squires, John (January 4, 2024). "'Bunker Heights' Teaser Trailer – Crime, Comedy and Creatures Collide in Genre-Bending Indie Movie". Bloody Disgusting!. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- ^ Monti, Francesco (January 4, 2024). "'Bunker Heights': Teaser Trailer Unveiled". Gore Culture. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- ^ Blabbermouth (January 4, 2024). "Ex-MEGADETH Bassist DAVID ELLEFSON Executive-Produces New Film 'Bunker Heights'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- ^ Reports, Staff (December 25, 2023). "Part of independent film shot in Miami County". Miami Valley Today. Retrieved November 17, 2025.
- ^ Julian, Giallo (January 22, 2024). "Crime and Creatures Galore in 'Bunker Heights' [New Blood News]". Dread Central. Retrieved January 22, 2024.
- ^ Keenan, Hesher (January 5, 2024). "David Ellefson Plays a Cop in This Weird Comedy Horror Flick Called Bunker Heights". MetalSucks. Retrieved January 5, 2024.
- ^ Powell, Jason (December 26, 2025). "JCW Lunacy TV results (Episode 63): Roth's review of Willie Mack and 2 Tuff Tony vs. Kongo Kong and Mr. Happy, Ninja Mack vs. Kerry Morton for the JCW American Title". Pro Wrestling Dot Net. Retrieved January 9, 2026.