The Story Of Nick Menza Sizzle Reel

Screaming Butterfly Entertainment in conjunction with Ellefson films have released a second sizzle reel for the upcoming feature-length documentary film "This Was My Life: The Story Of Nick Menza"

The one-minute, 20 second clip features interviews with the Menza family, former MEGADETH members Chris Poland, Jeff Young, LAMB OF GOD/MEGADETH drummer Chris Adler, former MEGADETH tour manager Skip Rickert, Nick's drum tech Rob Corsie, legendary rock and roll photographer Gene Kirkland, Film director Bob Nalbandian and James Rota and Emily Burton of FIREBALL MINISTRY.

The film is being produced/directed and edited by Holly Mollohan from Screaming Butterfly Entertainment.

David Ellefson has signed on as a co-producer of the film, and also will provide narration to guide the viewer through the exploration of Nick's life.

Executive producer/director "Holly Mollohan from Screaming Butterfly Entertainment added: This Was My Life: The Story of Nick Menza" is now deep into the production phase of the film. The generous support of the fans during our Indiegogo campaign, as well as the amazing participation of the interviewees has enabled us to gather some truly unique memories and stories. For this, we are truly grateful. The recent Los Angeles portion of interviews went extremely well and we look forward to traveling to Seattle and New York City in the coming months for the next set of interviews. This project is proving to be an interesting and rewarding one, and we look forward to sharing Nick's story."

David Ellefson added: "The making of the Nick Menza documentary has been such a joy for all of us, like a sort of Mega family reunion where we share stories, laughs and even a few tears around Nick and what he meant to so many of us. I think this film and soundtrack will touch the hearts of the fans and viewers in the same way, as we remember his larger than life character behind the drum kit, but also his lovable charm and warmth that made him the beloved one of a treasured musical legacy."

The Menza family added: "We are excited for the fans to see the life Nick lived before, during, and after Megadeth, it was quite the journey. Stay tuned for an epic documentary, as Nick would say, “it’s gonna be RAD”

Menza's longtime personal manager Robert Bolger said: "Nick loved his fans and always said without the fans none this would be possible. I really think Nick's fans will enjoy this journey through his life. Thank you everyone for the continued support in keeping Nick's legacy alive"

"This Was My Life" will be the first-ever film to memorialize Menza's legacy and celebrate his life exactly how it was. It is described in a press release as "an unflinching exploration into the life of one of the most successful thrash-metal drummers of all time, authorized by the Menza family. From his childhood all the way through to the end of his life including a true blow-by-blow account of the repeated failed attempts of the classic 'Rust In Peace' lineup."

"This Was My Life" will feature rare and never-before-seen photos and video footage from Nick's archived VHS tape collection, personally filmed by Menza himself from 1988 through 1991. Included will be exclusive content showcasing Nick working at the studio, personal home movies, casual time and party time with his fellow bandmembers, as well as other well-known artists of the era that Nick toured with.

The cover photo for the film was shot by Los Angeles music photographer Alex Solca and designed by Brazilian artwork designer Alcides Burn of Burn Artworks.

Late in the evening on May 21, 2016, Nick collapsed behind his drum kit after suffering a heart attack during a concert with Chris Poland and Robertino "Pag" Pagliari in their band OHM: at The Baked Potato in Studio City, California and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner said Menza died of hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

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Executive producer, director and editor Holly Mollohan has since been editing the film making great progress getting it ready for a (((2024))) release. David Ellefson has signed on as a co-producer of the film, and also will provide narration to guide the viewer through the exploration of our beloved Nick's life.

We are excited for the fans to see the life Nick lived before, during, and after MEGADETH, it was quite the journey. Stay tuned for an epic documentary. As Nick would say, ‘It’s gonna be RAD. "This Was My Life: The Story Of Nick Menza"

[DominickChirchirillo]

This movie is gonna be awesome. Menza was the drummer of Megadeth when I was 1st blown away by them in 6th grade. Countdown had just come out and it changed my life. I'm 40 now and still regularly listen to it.

[megadethpolaris]

Gone, but not forgotten. Miss you, Nick.

[rezaamriel]

Many thanks, David, for being such a great friend of Nick.

[jayhart]

Nick was my absolute favorite drummer, and still is. I’m a guitar player and I’ve always wanted to be able to play drums too because of him. I recently got a drum set and am starting to learn drums. Thank you, Nick, for the memories and the inspiration you gave to all of us. We all love you and miss you every day.

[cityweezle]

Really looking forward to this documentary! 🙌🏻🎶🤘🏻

[brendanjones]

I cannot wait to watch this! Nick was a true beast, I miss him 😔

[guitarrocks]

R.I.P Nick Menza. A documentary for a person well deserved. Even though Killing is my business… Peace Sells… So Far… So Good… So What!, are incredible, but fans will always gravitate towards Rust In Peace and so forth as THEE Megadeth Lineup because everyone was at their peak, every member of Megadeth from that lineup was just incredible, Nick Menza and Marty Friedman, come on, amazing. Thanks for this. 👍

[fatherpinky]

Can't wait to see it! He was such an inspiration and a truly great drum hero!!!

[RushianRichard]

Nick was such a natural, and steady as f**k. In 1990, when "Rust in Piece" was just a few weeks out, he blew me away when I heard all these new songs at Clash of the Titans, especially "Hangar 18" .So groovy, so powerful...damn!

[niranmojo]

David@ I am a huge Nick Menza fan. It’s great to see you spearhead this project. I look forward to watching it

[thrashmetalambassador]

That appearance of Jeff Young was good!

[iamthebrokenswordhilt]

I can’t wait to watch it! It’s also awesome that junior is making an appearance!

[davidcurtisofficial]

Can't wait to see! Nick you're a huge inspiration to this day! When I want to hit the heck out of my drums Nick comes to mind. 🤘🥁🤘DC

[markjohnston]

I'm on a regular watching the old archives footage on You Tube, of everything when Nick Menza and Marty Freedman where in Megadeth with Dave Mustaine / David E .

Nick was an Outstanding Drummer, great personality very funny dude .

I was there at the Clash of the Titans Tour at the N.E.C Birmingham UK the same footage that's what on You Tube I was in that Crowd of fan's absolutely epic moments I will treasure forever!

Metalhead to the grave It's in your blood Ive been into Metal since I was 14 years old, especially Thrash I'm now 52 going to be 53 in May 2022.

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[uncleruckus]

Such a huge fan of nick, not just his drumming... But he was one of the collest, most unique human beings ever

[SebaStation]

I hope you consider subtitles in Spanish, in South America we miss Nick very much and we are happy to give you our support from here and we would also like to be able to enjoy the documentary. Much success with the project, we remain attentive. greetings from Chile.

[robblackmoreofficial]

I Can Not Wait To See & Hear "This Was My Life." Nick Menza Was a "TRUE GIANT." & A Real To Life "THUNDER GOD!!" 👊😁 There Is Only One "Nick Menza."

Much Love To "The Menza Family." & Thank You! For Wanting To Share & Celebrate Nick's Life In Such a Beautiful Way That Family, Friends, Cast & Crew & Ultimately The Fans Getting To Participate & Celebrate Simply "Nick Menza."

Much Love & Respect Always!

Thank You! To :
The Menza Family.
Butterfly Entertainment.
David Ellefson.
Chris Poland.
Jeff Young.

And Many Many More!

[RedFlyRuledByTheRiff]

Man I seriously cannot wait to have this. Nick rules forever! I hope not all the rhythm guitar is gonna have that kinda Slipknoty tone though. I don't mean to be negative. I know a lot of people are working very hard to make all this happen. But as a fan of Nick and the genre he played, I think he deserves guitar tones that are not only heavy but have tone and feel to them. Like Testament, Megadeth and Flotsam And Jetsam.. Either way. Thank you to all who are making this happen!! \m/

[tojorozombie]

It is IMPERATIVE I see this upon release!!😵🤘🔥😎