Kenny Johnson
2021Wrestle Donst Wrestle
Kenny Johnson
Michael Hopes, Nick Wilson
In February 2015, Tim Donst told the independent wrestling world that his in ring career was possibly over. He had a tumor in his right kidney. His future was uncertain. In this documentary, Donst reflects back on his career, his passion for wrestling, thoughts on death, talking with Mick Foley, and the road to recovery. But was his career really over? Would he ever set foot in a wrestling ring ever again as an active competitor? Find out as he goes back to AIW (Absolute Intense Wrestling) and is confronted by the King of Ultra Violence Nick Gage.
Wrestle Donst Wrestle
Pro Wrestler
Kenny Johnson
Carrie Archer-Spina, Justin Jason Roberts
Pro Wrestler is a documentary about the unique subculture surrounding Independent Professional Wrestling. The piece follows 5 Wrestlers at different points in their careers. Filmmaker Kenny Johnson embedded himself in the 'fake' world of wrestling and filmed over 50 hours of footage. Yes, wrestling is a fake sport that's predetermined. But its very real to the guys that love it and do it.
Pro Wrestler
Sami Callihan: They Came for Stiff
Kenny Johnson
Sam Johnston, Dave Finlay
“Sami Callihan: They Came for Stiff” is a short film from filmmaker Kenny Johnson, who also was the creator of “Pro Wrestler the Documentary.” The film focuses on Callihan’s EVOLVE 9 match with Fit Finlay, which took place in 2011. Johnson followed Callihan around for 24 hours and was along for the journey from Callihan’s home to New York City where EVOLVE 9 was held.
Sami Callihan: They Came for Stiff
Please Don't Die Joey Janela
Kenny Johnson
Joseph Janela, John Zandig
Janela is quickly making a name for himself on the independent scene with his work in Beyond Wresling, AIW, AAW, and primarily CZW, where he developed a reputation as a (mostly) non-deathmatch wrestler who was, nonetheless, willing to do batsh*t crazy things. It’s an in-depth look at the life and career of the Bad Boy, and even if you don’t know anything about him, it’s engaging as hell.
Please Don't Die Joey Janela
PCO : Burn The Ships
Kenny Johnson
Pierre Carl Ouellet, Joseph Janela
Pierre Carl Ouellet or PCO has been a professional wrestler for over 30 years. He's worked for every major promotion in North America include WWE, WCW & TNA. He's also performed on almost every continent. At age 50, he found a new resurgence in his career thanks to his match against WALTER at GCW's Joey Janela's Spring Break 2 over Wrestlemania Weekend. Thanks to his bizarre and intense online workout videos with the mysterious 'Destro,' PCO has become one of the most sought-after wrestlers on the independent circuit. Find out what motivates him, his thoughts on Destro and his match against WALTER, and how he went from being one of The Quebecers to being PCO.
PCO : Burn The Ships
A Johnny Gargano Documentary: Volume 2
Kenny Johnson
John Gargano
This short documentary follows Johnny Gargano as he works Absolute Intense Wrestling's biggest event of the year - Absolution IX. In this second volume, Johnny gives a little background into how he got started wrestling and what keeps him going.
A Johnny Gargano Documentary: Volume 2
A Johnny Gargano Documentary: Volume 1
Kenny Johnson
John Gargano
This short documentary follows Johnny Gargano as he works Absolute Intense Wrestling's biggest event of the year - Absolution IX. In this first volume, Johnny talks about why fans are so important to his career as an independent wrestler, as well as highlighting one of his biggest fans, Kayden Reinke. Johnny also talks about the injury he sustained at EVOLVE 10 during the last wrestling show hosted in the ECW arena. Stay tuned for Volume 2 where Johnny talks about his hometown of Cleveland, and how he got started wrestling. As of 2016, Johnny is competing in NXT and is a part of the WWE Cruiserweight Classic
A Johnny Gargano Documentary: Volume 1
Mike Parrow’s Journey // Coming Out as a Gay Athlete
Kenny Johnson
Mike Parrow
This is Mike Parrow's Journey so far in life. He is a independent professional wrestler who struggled with his sexuality most of his adult life. After meeting the love of his life, Morgan, he revealed to his friends and family that he was gay. In this short documentary Mike talks about becoming a wrestler, finding a home in Orlando, the tragedy of Pulse Nightclub, and being a role model for other athletes struggling with their sexuality. The goal with this project is to highlight other athletes in the LGBTQ community.
Mike Parrow’s Journey: Coming Out as a Gay Athlete
Making Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF)// A Real Documentary
Kenny Johnson
Maxwell Jacob Friedman
Documentary filmmaker Kenny Johnson sets out to discover the real person behind one of wrestling's fastest rising stars - Maxwell Jacob Friedman.
Making Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF)// A Real Documentary
