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Hamburgsund, Vastra Gotalands Lan, Sweden
Jonas Wolcher, the visionary Swedish director born on April 15, 1973, is a cinematic maestro celebrated for his dynamic storytelling in films like "Die Zombiejäger" and "Dragonetti: The Ruthless Contract Killer." In the captivating world of "Cannibal Fog," Wolcher fearlessly delves into the cannibal genre, crafting narratives that defy convention, emphasizing storytelling prowess over extravagant special effects. His films aren't just stories; they're experiences, guided by an auteur with an unparalleled knack for turning challenges into triumphs. In a world of constraints, Wolcher's indomitable spirit shines through, making him a luminary figure in Swedish cinema. His unique blend of storytelling, music curation, and marketing finesse continues to captivate audiences, ensuring that Jonas Wolcher remains a cinematic force to be reckoned with.

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2025-11-19

19 november är den internationella mansdagen - Våld i nära relationer är ingen könsfråga

 

Idag, den 19 november firas den internationella mansdagen, VINEERA vill lyfta en viktig sanning: våld i nära relationer drabbar alla, oavsett kön.

Män kan vara överlevare, anhöriga, eller stöttande allierade i kampen för en värld fri från våld. Men ofta tystas deras röster av skam, fördomar eller brist på stöd.


VINEERA finns här för att avsluta ensamheten – för alla. Oavsett om du själv har upplevt våld, stöttar en närstående, eller vill lära dig mer för att kunna hjälpa andra, så är du välkommen hit. Deras arbete bygger på gemenskap, kunskap och medmänsklighet, och de tror att förändring skapas när VINEERA lyfter medlemmarnas erfarenheter och man bryter tystnaden tillsammans.
Män som utsatts för våld möter ofta dubbla utmaningar: både att hantera våldets konsekvenser och att de har än svårare än kvinnor att bli trodda. Samtidigt har män en nyckelroll i att förändra normer och stödja de som drabbats. Därför är det viktigt att vi pratar öppet, lyssnar utan fördomar och erbjuder stöd utan villkor. Att som man erkänna att man blivit slagen eller utsatt för det fysiska våldet kan också vara ett stort stigma och mottagaren kan ifrågasätta mannens upplevelser och motreaktioner.

Bli en del av VINEERA idag. Oavsett vem du är eller varför du vill engagera dig, så finns det en plats för dig här.

Tillsammans kan vi skapa en framtid där ingen behöver gå igenom våld ensam.

Läs mer och engagera dig här: VINEERAS hemsida



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2025-11-18

VINEERA - En ledstjärna för dig som upplever Våld i nära



VINEERA är en rikstäckande intresseorganisation för medlemmarnas intressen. Öppen för personer som levt eller lever med våld i nära relation, deras närstående, företag, organisationer samt yrkesgrupper som anser sig berörda och för dig som vill ha mera information i ämnet. Kunskap är nyckeln till förändring! vineera.weebly.com


2025-11-02

Jonas Wolchers Videotek

Visit https://www.youtube.com/@JonasWolchersVideotek

Step inside and join film genrist Jonas Wolcher as he opens his Videotek, a ibrary, featuring hundreds of titles that have been stored in attics, warehouses, and sheds. Tag along and listen to the anecdotes, secrets, and techniques behind the films—and discover why they ended up in Jonas Wolcher’s archive of physical media. Here, we mix it up freely, taking you on a journey through intense, obscure, and sometimes completely "ordinary" editions of films on VHS, DVD, VideoCD, and Blu-ray.
Become a film genrist fan with Jonas Wolcher—you too!

So far I have produced two episodes. More is on the way.




Stig in och var med när filmgenristen Jonas Wolcher öppnar sitt Videotek med hundratals titlar som legat på vindar, lager och skrubbar. Häng på och hör anekdoterna, hemligheterna och teknikerna bakom filmerna och varför de hamnat i Jonas Wolchers arkiv av fysisk media. Här blandar vi friskt, tar er med på grymma, obekanta och ibland helt "vanliga" utgåvor av film på VHS, DVD, VideoCD och Bluray.

Bli ett genristfan av Jonas Wolcher DU med!





2025-03-21

Shooting a Zombie Movie? Make Sure the Cops Know First

Jonas Wolcher - The Swedish Cult Movie Maker: Shooting a Zombie Movie? Make Sure the Cops Know F...: Created by Jonas Wolcher - Photo credit: Mattias Slabanja Hello Out There! On April 3, 2004, we shot one of the biggest scenes in Die Zombie...


Shooting a Zombie Movie? Make Sure the Cops Know First

Created by Jonas Wolcher - Photo credit: Mattias Slabanja

Hello Out There!

On April 3, 2004, we shot one of the biggest scenes in Die Zombiejäger, one of Sweden’s first zombie films. About 50 people—actors, extras, and crew—were on set, ready to bring the undead to life.


Planning, Chaos, and a Bullet for Kenneth




We spent over two months prepping a protest scene on Avenyn, right in the heart of Gothenburg. The setup? A crowd of furious demonstrators demanding the return of their loved ones. They were fed up. The police were treating them like criminals. The mayor refused to listen. Tensions were high.






Then came the breaking point—one of the zombie hunters shot Kenneth, a zombie recognized as someone’s relative.

The crowd erupted. Cans flew. Protesters shoved officers. The police struggled to contain the chaos.

Everything was going exactly as planned.



Zombies, Submachine Guns, and Real Cops

The sun was shining, but the air was ice cold. We had locked down a side street, blocking all traffic, and wrapped the main shoot without a hitch.


Then we decided to squeeze in an extra shot. The idea? A group of police officers patrolling across the street, gunning down zombies.

We crossed over, laid out the undead, and got the cameras rolling.




Enter: real cops.

A patrol car and a riot van suddenly rolled in. Brakes screeched. Doors slammed. Our "police" barely had time to react before actual officers stepped in and shut everything down.

Turns out, residents had called it in. From their windows, all they saw were armed men and a street full of bodies. Given a recent real shooting—where someone had stormed a restaurant with an AK-47—it wasn’t hard to see why they were spooked.



Explaining the Unexplainable

Our permits were solid, but we still had to convince the police we weren’t committing an actual crime. After a tense few minutes, they believed us—but there was one problem.

No signs.

The officers told us we needed clear "Shoot in Progress" signs on both ends of the street. Some of our demonstrator extras jumped in, handling it like pros. Within minutes, we were back in action, finishing the scene as police officers (the fake ones, this time) shot zombies in the street.



Director Jonas Wolcher on the Hot Seat

The chaos didn’t end there. That evening, director Jonas Wolcher found himself on local radio station P4 Väst, defending the shoot.

The reporter didn’t hold back, grilling him about the missing signs and whether the crew had been irresponsible. Jonas kept his cool, explaining that the signs were now up and that everything was back on track.

Lessons in Guerrilla Filmmaking

By lunchtime, we wrapped. The barricades came down. Traffic rolled back in. The city went on with its day, as if nothing had happened.


But for us, it was a lesson learned.

If you’re filming guerrilla-style—especially with weapons and chaos—expect the unexpected. Always have your permits. Use common sense. And most importantly, be ready to think on your feet.

Because sometimes, your biggest plot twist won’t be in the script.

2024-05-11

CME Northern Lights The view from the jetty

 

 


There have been four major coronal mass ejections (CME) that gave rise to a powerful geomagnetic solar storm. It was the strongest to hit Sweden since the Halloween storm of 2003. 


 Then parts of the electricity system were knocked out. It is expected that there may be more opportunities during the weekend for northern lights. Keep your eyes on the sky. It's magical. 


It's what the camera captures, ot what you see with the naked eye. Something that is well known among people who want to photograph the Northern Lights. Sometimes you see a lot of color, sometimes just white streaks. Yesterday it was both. For those of you who are skeptical, 


 I post the originals as they were taken. So many colors on a #norrsken in #heestrand. Today it was nature that pulled the color sliders.


The one above is the original and the one on top is the edited one. I've just adjusted the contrast and black and white.
 


2024-05-05

What's going on with the creature feature?


Hello to you all!

As you probably know by now Helen and I have been working on THE BEAST BENEATH LAKE BULLAREN, a creature feature. We began in 2020.

But something is about to happen. We are collaborating with Stuntman.nu as one of the new producers helping us finishing the project. Today we had an interesting call where we discussed importance of the essence of horror in the picture. We all agreed real horror is within the viewers mind and therefore you need to get them scared by imaging what's beneath instead of displaying a complete monster. By using a lot of sound effects and a fast pace of editing you will get a much bigger impact. It's horrifying to get the feeling something is watching you, instead of seeing the creature watching you. 

If you want to know more? Visit www.patreon.com/ranrikestudios


 

2024-04-25

Allsång och påskträff med Kyrkans vandringsgrupp 2024


Life's Bits and Bobs i samarbete med Ranrikestudios presenterar stolt 

#Inkluderandeskap ordet för i år. Äntligen var det dags igen för påskträffen med Kyrkans vandringsgrupp i Hamburgsund. Den svenska nyhetskanalen Life's Bits and Bobs var där och filmade när gruppen träffades och sjöng tillsammans till en levande orkester. 


Vandringsgruppen träffas varje torsdag och gör olika aktiviteter. Detta är en fantastisk möjlighet för de som är ensamma att få lov att känna en gemenskap, något som ska värderas högt i dagens samhälle. Programmet är textat på svenska så det går att följa med i sången. 


Vi vill passa på att tacka Kyrkans vandringsgrupp, Eva och Christel. Stöd vår verksamhet genom att swisha till 123 488 80 12 

Ranrikestudios i Hamburgsund har producerat avsnittet. Foto och klippning:  @jonaswolcher  Vill du se programmet utan reklam så kan man göra detta via 

http://www.patreon.com/lifesbitsandbobs eller http://www.patreon.com/ranrikestudios 


©2024 #ranrikestudios #lifesbitsandbobs #allsång #taube #kyrkan #vandringsgrupp 


 Melodierna som vandringsgruppen sjunger i avsnittet är: 

Blåsippor Gullefjun 

Alla fåglar kommit re´n 

Flickorna i Småland 

Ljuvliga ungdom 

När det våras ibland bergen 

Maj på Malö 

Fattig Bonddräng 

Påskpastoral från Buhalla 

Nu är det påsk igen

2024-04-16

Thank you for greeting Jonas Wolcher on his 51st birthday

 


Thank you for all the greetings I received on my birthday April 15. No one is forgotten! #theworldneedsalittlebitmoreempathy 

 

😎😎 Jonas is wearing a pair of QuietFrames. for more info. www.quietframes.store #jonaswolcherartist #ranrikestudios

2024-04-13

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 https://ranrikestudios.myspreadshop.se #diezombiejäger get your merch ends April 15 April 13th is the national day of Die Zombiejäger. Die Zombiejäger is one of the first Swedish zombie pictures ever made directed by Jonas Wolcher. It took nearly 3 years to complete.

 

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