Michael Joy, the prominent horror publicist and creator ofMarketing Macabre, is entering the high-stakes final week of theKickstarter campaignfor his feature film debut,DEAD afterlife. With only$1,500 remainingto hit the primary funding goal, the production team is calling on horror fans and independent cinema supporters to help push this “zombie/ghost mash-up” across the finish line.
DEAD afterlifepresents a uniquely dark twist on the zombie subgenre. The story follows pharmaceutical scientist Donald Conlee, who is murdered and then inadvertently “saved” by his own experimental “Awake” super-drug. In a horrific predicament, Donald’s ghost is forced to watch his own funeral, only to witness his reanimated zombie body climb out of the coffin and begin attacking his grieving friends and family.
The project features a powerhouse team of genre veterans:
- Production:Michael Joy (Producer) is joined by award-winning filmmakerMario Cerrito(Human Hibachifranchise) as co-producer.
- Location:Principal photography is scheduled to begin this fall inCamden County, New Jersey.
- Rewards:Backers can choose from creative packages includingdigital copies,DVDs, and evenproduct placement opportunitiesoron-screen rolesfor businesses and individuals.
“This film is the culmination of my life’s work in the horror industry,” said Michael Joy. “We are so close to the goal, and every contribution in this final week ensures we can deliver a high-quality, creative production that our backers will be proud to be a part of”.
About Michael Joy:
Michael Joy is a veteran of the horror industry, known for his work withHorrorNewsand as the founder ofMarketing Macabre, a premier horror publicity firm.DEAD afterlifemarks his official transition from promoter to producer.