This Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and SCREAMBOX are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters (Oct. 19), a gateway horror film that wears its ’80s/’90s influences on its sleeves.
Based on writer, director, and star Andrew Bowser’s viral internet character of the same name, Onyx tells the story of an amateur occultist who learns that sometimes, when you raise HELL…you get a little burned.
“Onyx the Fortuitous is struggling to find purpose with his soul-devouring side gig when he receives a coveted invitation to the mansion of his idol, Bartok the Great. Here, he joins Bartok and his mysterious delegation to raise the spirit of an ancient demon for a once-in-a-lifetime ritual.”
In the new clip, Onyx (Bowser) witnesses something horrific and stumbles into a room, going on a fright-filled tangent: “I love the mechanics of these vintage lamps!”
The clip puts the incredible practical effects on display, calling to mind Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice!
Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls Is Exclusively in Theaters on October 19 with Select Preview Screenings beginning October 10.
Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will release exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19. The film will show at 7:00pm & 10:00pm (local times) in theaters throughout the country, and fans will be treated to a special introduction from writer/director/star Andrew Bowser ahead of the film. Bowser will also be attending select preview screenings beginning October 10 in New York City.
AMC Empire 25 – Tues, October 10
Located in: 42nd Street Entertainment Center
Address: 234 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
7 PM Movie Start Time
In-Person Q&A with Director/Writer/Star Andrew Bowser
Moderated by Griffin Newman of the Blank Check Podcast
Regal City North – Thurs, October 12
Address: 2600 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
7 PM Movie Start Time
In-Person Q&A with Director/Writer/Star Andrew Bowser
Moderated by Michael Roffman of Bloody Disgusting
Tickets: https://experience.regmovies.com/select-tickets?id=200705&lang=en-US&site=1789&sitecode=1789
Screamfest at the TCL Chinese Theatre – Tues, October 17
Address: 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
7 PM Movie Start Time
In-Person Q&A with Director/Writer/Star Andrew Bowser, Barbara Crampton, Olivia Taylor Dudley, Melanie Chandra, Arden Myrin and Rivkah Reyes
Tickets: https://screamfestla.com/2023/film/onyx-fortuitous-and-talisman-souls
Since its Sundance premiere, the energy surrounding the film has steadily grown with Bloody Disgusting praising the “endearing quirkiness, endless ’80s/’90s influences, and horror whimsy” and RogerEbert.com calling it “a handmade horror gem.”
Based on Bowser’s viral internet character of the same name and in the spirit of films such as Beetlejuice, Pee-wee’s Big Adventure and Ernest Scared Stupid, Onyx tells the story of an amateur occultist who learns that sometimes when you raise HELL…you get a little burned.
“Misunderstood by all who know him, Marcus J. Trillbury (Bowser), aka Onyx the Fortuitous, is struggling to find purpose in his soul-devouring side gig. But just when it seems he’s ready to throw in the towel, he receives a coveted invitation to the mansion of his idol Bartok the Great (Jeffrey Combs; Re-Animator) for a ritual to raise the spirit of an ancient demon.
“Ecstatic, he joins Bartok, his mysterious delegate Farrah (Olivia Taylor Dudley; “The Magicians,” Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension), and a collection of fellow devotees as they prepare for the ceremony, but quickly it becomes apparent things are not what they seem. As Onyx and his new friends fight to keep their souls, he must decide what he’s willing to sacrifice in order to meet his destiny.”
The film also stars Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch, The Green Knight), Rivkah Reyes (School of Rock), TC Carson (Final Destination 2), Arden Myrin (Insatiable, Shameless) and Melanie Chandra (Code Black).
For a complete list of theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website (theaters and participants are subject to change).
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