Jon Heder to explore Warhammer culture in new documentary

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Trademark Films has released a trailer for a new documentary titled *The Grim and The Dark: The Search for John Blanche*, featuring Jon Heder, known for his role in *Napoleon Dynamite*. The film explores the Warhammer culture and its creators. The trailer shows Heder humorously searching for the essence of "grimdark" in Warhammer, starting from a game store encounter. It combines interviews, miniatures, and medieval visuals to present the hobby as both complex and accessible. The documentary aims to connect with both dedicated fans and newcomers. It focuses on John Blanche, a key figure in Warhammer's visual style, who retired in June 2023. The film is set to release in spring 2025, with pre-orders available now.


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