Carla Gugino has been tapped to play Hollywood screen legend Vivien Leigh in the forthcoming biopic “The Florist.”
The film is directed by Nick Sandow (star of “Orange is the New Black”) and will explore Leigh’s struggle with bipolar disorder in the 1960s, as she prepares to lead the Broadway production of John Gielgud’s Chekhov adaptation of “Ivanov.” Screenwriter Jayce Bartok (“The Cake Eaters”) put the script together based on a box of love letters.
Leigh earned her place in cinema history as Scarlett O’Hara, the central character in 1939’s “Gone With the Wind,” opposite Clark Gable. Leigh also played the landmark role of Blanche DuBois opposite Marlon Brando in 1951’s “A Streetcar Named Desire.”
“I couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity to excavate a woman as complex, contradictory, and compelling as Vivien. From the moment I read the script, I knew ‘The Florist’ was a journey I had to pursue,...
The film is directed by Nick Sandow (star of “Orange is the New Black”) and will explore Leigh’s struggle with bipolar disorder in the 1960s, as she prepares to lead the Broadway production of John Gielgud’s Chekhov adaptation of “Ivanov.” Screenwriter Jayce Bartok (“The Cake Eaters”) put the script together based on a box of love letters.
Leigh earned her place in cinema history as Scarlett O’Hara, the central character in 1939’s “Gone With the Wind,” opposite Clark Gable. Leigh also played the landmark role of Blanche DuBois opposite Marlon Brando in 1951’s “A Streetcar Named Desire.”
“I couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity to excavate a woman as complex, contradictory, and compelling as Vivien. From the moment I read the script, I knew ‘The Florist’ was a journey I had to pursue,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
“Divisive” has become the fallback term for just about any political personality or issue in recent years, so bitter have differences between the two parties and many of their adherents become. The more fanatical beliefs to be found in an era of increasingly alarmist rhetoric have already provided inspiration for some horror movies, primarily smaller indie productions. The new “Founders Day,” which opens Jan. 19 on 700-plus U.S. screens, is slicker than most such while also more overt in pivoting on political rancor.
But you can’t make a pointed movie about politics — not even a semi-tongue-in-cheek genre film — without political content, and Erik Bloomquist’s feature proves toothless in that regard. Apparently afraid to offend anyone, despite numerous murders onscreen, it centers on a hostile mayoral race between candidates who posture stereotypically yet seem to have no discernible platform, ideology or affiliations on the liberal-to-conservative continuum. That renders the intended satire feeble,...
But you can’t make a pointed movie about politics — not even a semi-tongue-in-cheek genre film — without political content, and Erik Bloomquist’s feature proves toothless in that regard. Apparently afraid to offend anyone, despite numerous murders onscreen, it centers on a hostile mayoral race between candidates who posture stereotypically yet seem to have no discernible platform, ideology or affiliations on the liberal-to-conservative continuum. That renders the intended satire feeble,...
- 1/20/2024
- by Dennis Harvey
- Variety Film + TV
‘Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls’ – 10 Things We Learned from the Blu-ray Commentaries
If you enjoyed Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls on Screambox, the Blu-ray is a treasure trove. The horror-comedy is accompanied by three different commentary tracks featuring writer-director-editor-star Andrew Bowser and various crew members, among other special features.
Bowser is naturally funny, seamlessly slipping in Onyx-isms, but he’s also not afraid to get real. There’s a solo director’s track, a commentary focused on the production alongside actress/producer Olivia Taylor Dudley and producer Clark Baker, and a sound commentary joined by sound designer/supervising sound editor Mike James Gallagher.
Here are 10 things I learned from the Onyx the Fortuitous commentaries…
1. The film was intended to start with Bartok removing his eye.
Bowser intended to give viewers a taste of the horrors to come with a cold open that would introduce Jeffrey Combs as Bartok the Great in a scene in which he removes his own eye.
Bowser is naturally funny, seamlessly slipping in Onyx-isms, but he’s also not afraid to get real. There’s a solo director’s track, a commentary focused on the production alongside actress/producer Olivia Taylor Dudley and producer Clark Baker, and a sound commentary joined by sound designer/supervising sound editor Mike James Gallagher.
Here are 10 things I learned from the Onyx the Fortuitous commentaries…
1. The film was intended to start with Bartok removing his eye.
Bowser intended to give viewers a taste of the horrors to come with a cold open that would introduce Jeffrey Combs as Bartok the Great in a scene in which he removes his own eye.
- 1/3/2024
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Fresh out of theaters, currently available on VOD and now streaming exclusively on Screambox, Bloody Disgusting’s Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls is coming home for the holidays, arriving as a Collector’s Edition Blu-ray on December 19, loaded with bonus features, extended/deleted scenes, commentaries and an exclusive slipcover.
The Blu-ray is now available for pre-order on Amazon!
Since its Sundance premiere, the energy surrounding the film has steadily grown with RogerEbert.com calling Onyx the Fortuitous “a handmade horror gem.”
Based on Andrew Bowser’s viral 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.
Blu-ray Bonus Features include…
Making the Monsters Onyx: Origins Onyx Original Videos Theatrical Trailer Art Book
Deleted /Extended Scenes:
Bartok Has Risen (Extended) The Grand Grimoire (Extended) Onyx Eats the Eggs (Deleted) Ravenous Salamanders...
The Blu-ray is now available for pre-order on Amazon!
Since its Sundance premiere, the energy surrounding the film has steadily grown with RogerEbert.com calling Onyx the Fortuitous “a handmade horror gem.”
Based on Andrew Bowser’s viral 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.
Blu-ray Bonus Features include…
Making the Monsters Onyx: Origins Onyx Original Videos Theatrical Trailer Art Book
Deleted /Extended Scenes:
Bartok Has Risen (Extended) The Grand Grimoire (Extended) Onyx Eats the Eggs (Deleted) Ravenous Salamanders...
- 11/28/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Fresh out of theaters, Bloody Disgusting’s Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls is now available on all VOD platforms and streaming exclusively on Screambox!
Based on Andrew Bowser’s viral 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx 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.
The film also stars Jeffrey Combs (Re-Animator), Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch, The Green Knight), Rivkah Reyes (School of Rock...
Based on Andrew Bowser’s viral 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx 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.
The film also stars Jeffrey Combs (Re-Animator), Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch, The Green Knight), Rivkah Reyes (School of Rock...
- 11/14/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
An event 16 years in the making, Eli Roth’s Thanksgiving finally becomes a real movie this week, but it’s not the only new horror movie keeping us company on the road to Thanksgiving.
Here’s all the new horror releasing November 14 – November 19, 2023!
For daily reminders about new horror releases, be sure to follow @HorrorCalendar.
Just when you marked yourself safe from the Sharknado film franchise, Uncork’d Entertainment has now unleashed a storm of their own with Monsternado this week.
Monsternado, which fills a tornado with All of the scariest creatures, is now available on Digital platforms. And yes, it’s a real movie. You can watch the trailer down below.
“A tornado, infested with prehistoric monsters, has formed in the Bermuda Triangle, and is making its way towards land. Megalodon, Pterodactyls, Giant Octopuses, Crocodiles, and more attack – now the city must fight to survive against these deadly creatures.”
“Another fantastic film from Tyler James,...
Here’s all the new horror releasing November 14 – November 19, 2023!
For daily reminders about new horror releases, be sure to follow @HorrorCalendar.
Just when you marked yourself safe from the Sharknado film franchise, Uncork’d Entertainment has now unleashed a storm of their own with Monsternado this week.
Monsternado, which fills a tornado with All of the scariest creatures, is now available on Digital platforms. And yes, it’s a real movie. You can watch the trailer down below.
“A tornado, infested with prehistoric monsters, has formed in the Bermuda Triangle, and is making its way towards land. Megalodon, Pterodactyls, Giant Octopuses, Crocodiles, and more attack – now the city must fight to survive against these deadly creatures.”
“Another fantastic film from Tyler James,...
- 11/14/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Fresh out of theaters, Bloody Disgusting’s Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls is heading to VOD platforms and streaming exclusively on Screambox tomorrow!
Based on 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx 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.
The film also stars Jeffrey Combs (Re-Animator), Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch, The Green Knight), Rivkah Reyes (School of Rock), Tc Carson...
Based on 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx 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.
The film also stars Jeffrey Combs (Re-Animator), Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch, The Green Knight), Rivkah Reyes (School of Rock), Tc Carson...
- 11/13/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Fresh out of theaters, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are excited to announce today that Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls is coming home next month.
Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls streams on November 14, only on Screambox!
Based on 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx 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.
The film also stars Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch,...
Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls streams on November 14, only on Screambox!
Based on 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx 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.
The film also stars Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Ralph Ineson (The Witch,...
- 10/31/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Slashers often contain political elements, but we rarely see a slasher about politics. Enter Founders Day, from co-writers Carson Blomquist and Erik Blomquist.
The town of Fairwood is celebrating its tricentennial and there’s a mayoral election on the horizon. The incumbent, Mayor Blair Gladwell (Amy Hargreaves), is campaigning on consistency, while her adversary, Harold Faulkner (Jayce Bartok), is advocating change. Divided along campaign lines are their children: Faulkner’s put-upon lesbian daughter Melissa (Olivia Nikkanen) and his son Adam (Devin Druid) who used to date Gladwell’s daughter Lilly (Emilia McCarthy).
The star-crossed lovers of competing political parents is a tantalizing premise, but Founders Day packs innumerable other characters and subplots into the mix. Adam and Lilly’s failed relationship involves bad boy Rob (Tyler James White), there’s plenty of plotting among the town council involved in the election, and even Melissa’s girlfriend Allison (Naomi Grace) has...
The town of Fairwood is celebrating its tricentennial and there’s a mayoral election on the horizon. The incumbent, Mayor Blair Gladwell (Amy Hargreaves), is campaigning on consistency, while her adversary, Harold Faulkner (Jayce Bartok), is advocating change. Divided along campaign lines are their children: Faulkner’s put-upon lesbian daughter Melissa (Olivia Nikkanen) and his son Adam (Devin Druid) who used to date Gladwell’s daughter Lilly (Emilia McCarthy).
The star-crossed lovers of competing political parents is a tantalizing premise, but Founders Day packs innumerable other characters and subplots into the mix. Adam and Lilly’s failed relationship involves bad boy Rob (Tyler James White), there’s plenty of plotting among the town council involved in the election, and even Melissa’s girlfriend Allison (Naomi Grace) has...
- 10/23/2023
- by Joe Lipsett
- bloody-disgusting.com
Who is Onyx the Fortuitous? You may know him as “Weird Gamer Guy,” “Weird Satanist Guy” or “Weird Arby’s Guy.” This week, the viral sensation officially becomes a movie star.
See Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls in theaters nationwide for one-night-only Tonight (October 19) from Bloody Disgusting and Screambox!
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.
Based on 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx is struggling to find purpose with his soul-devouring side gig when he receives a...
See Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls in theaters nationwide for one-night-only Tonight (October 19) from Bloody Disgusting and Screambox!
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.
Based on 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.
In Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a throwback to the retro fun of the ’80s and ’90s, Onyx is struggling to find purpose with his soul-devouring side gig when he receives a...
- 10/19/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters this week – the gateway horror film channels the spirit of feel-good 1980s films like Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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.
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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.
- 10/18/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Plot: 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.
Review: Adaptations are always tricky, let alone trying to adapt something like a character from YouTube. Yet somehow Andrew Bowser’s Onyx the Fortuitous works really well in the narrative here. Sure, there are going to be people that are driven crazy by his delivery but I found myself oddly charmed by it. And it doesn’t hurt that there’s a spectacular cast surrounding him that provides plenty of hilarity. I would hope that most know what they’re getting into when it comes to something called Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls. But you never know.
The...
Review: Adaptations are always tricky, let alone trying to adapt something like a character from YouTube. Yet somehow Andrew Bowser’s Onyx the Fortuitous works really well in the narrative here. Sure, there are going to be people that are driven crazy by his delivery but I found myself oddly charmed by it. And it doesn’t hurt that there’s a spectacular cast surrounding him that provides plenty of hilarity. I would hope that most know what they’re getting into when it comes to something called Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls. But you never know.
The...
- 10/17/2023
- by Tyler Nichols
- JoBlo.com
Barbara Crampton is an absolute legend in the world of horror. Whether it’s her classic films from the 80s like Re-Animator or From Beyond, or more recent fare like You’re Next or Jakob’s Wife, she’s had quite the career. And her newest role in Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls may not be a particularly prominent one, but it leaves an impact. Because if there’s one thing we haven’t seen enough from her in her career, it’s comedy. So I was absolutely overjoyed to be able to discuss the film with her and find out some of the film’s secrets, I loved the film and can’t wait for people to see it (in theaters for One Night Only!). So check out the video above if you want to see how she got her Re-Animator co-star Jeffrey Combs involved with the project,...
- 10/16/2023
- by Tyler Nichols
- JoBlo.com
A special treat for the Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters on Thursday, October 19. The gateway horror film is filled with monsters, ’80s/’90s references, and that “Weird Satanist Guy,” ensuring a charming spooky season watch.
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.
Bowser stars as Onyx the Fortuitous alongside Olivia Taylor Dudley (“The Magicians,” Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension), Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Jeffrey Combs (Castle Freak, 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).
Ahead of the film’s release, Bloody Disgusting spoke with Bowser about...
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.
Bowser stars as Onyx the Fortuitous alongside Olivia Taylor Dudley (“The Magicians,” Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension), Barbara Crampton (You’re Next, Re-Animator), Jeffrey Combs (Castle Freak, 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).
Ahead of the film’s release, Bloody Disgusting spoke with Bowser about...
- 10/16/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters, a gateway horror film that channels the spirit of feel-good 1980s films like Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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.
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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.
- 10/12/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Last year we beat the hell out of audiences with Terrifier 2. This Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters, a gateway horror film that channels the spirit of feel-good 1980s films like Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
Ahead of next week’s release, Bowser is bringing his film to three cities for a series of early preview screenings. Below are the details for those in NY, CA, or Chicago…
AMC Empire 25 – Tues, October...
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
Ahead of next week’s release, Bowser is bringing his film to three cities for a series of early preview screenings. Below are the details for those in NY, CA, or Chicago…
AMC Empire 25 – Tues, October...
- 10/10/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
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,...
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,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
This Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters, a gateway horror film that wears its ’80s/’90s influences on its sleeves. Those influences extend to music, and we’ve got a treat for you this afternoon with a brand new clip channeling Meatloaf’s hit song “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)”… in the form of a hilarious dream sequence from the film.
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.
In the new clip, Onyx (Bowser) finds himself grappling with what he’d do for love as he recreates Meatloaf’s famous music video and finds temptation in the form of a “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” character.
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.
In the new clip, Onyx (Bowser) finds himself grappling with what he’d do for love as he recreates Meatloaf’s famous music video and finds temptation in the form of a “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” character.
- 10/6/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Last year we beat the hell out of audiences with Terrifier 2. This Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters, a gateway horror film that channels the spirit of feel-good 1980s films like Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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...
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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...
- 10/6/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Last year we beat the hell out of audiences with Terrifier 2. This Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters, a gateway horror film that channels the spirit of feel-good 1980s films like Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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...
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
In the film, 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...
- 10/5/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing two horror movies to theaters on the road to Halloween, kicking off with the werewolf comedy Shaky Shivers on September 21.
And then there’s Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a practical-effects heavy horror movie that just debuted its official trailer (via Movieweb) this week.
Today, Bloody Disgusting is serving up a retro VHS trailer for Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, which channels the throwback vibes of this gateway horror delight.
Check out the VHS variant trailer below!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
Based on Bowser’s viral internet character of the same name,...
And then there’s Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, a practical-effects heavy horror movie that just debuted its official trailer (via Movieweb) this week.
Today, Bloody Disgusting is serving up a retro VHS trailer for Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, which channels the throwback vibes of this gateway horror delight.
Check out the VHS variant trailer below!
The buzzed-about horror-comedy will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. 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.
Based on Bowser’s viral internet character of the same name,...
- 8/29/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
"When it's the end of the world, a new hero must rise." Screambox & Fathom have revealed the first official trailer for a horror comedy creation called Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, marking the feature directorial debut of Andrew Bowser. Some may know about "Onyx the Fortuitous" - he's already a viral sensation online, a mad creation of comedian / actor / filmmaker Andrew. This feature film version of Onyx initially premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival this year in the Midnight section. "Onyx the Fortuitous" is struggling to find any purpose with his soul-devouring side gig when he receives a coveted invitation to the mansion of his idol, "Bartok the Great." He joins Bartok and his mysterious delegation to raise the spirit of an ancient demon for a once-in-a-lifetime ritual. Though not everything is as it seems... Starring Olivia Taylor Dudley, Jeffrey Combs, Arden Myrin, Barbara Crampton, and Bowser as Onyx.
- 8/28/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Last year we beat the hell out of audiences with Terrifier 2. This Halloween season, Bloody Disgusting and Screambox are bringing Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls to theaters, a gateway horror film that channels the spirit of feel-good 1980s films like Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure!
Movieweb debuted the trailer this afternoon, which you can watch below.
In the film, 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.
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. The film will show at 7:00pm & 10:00pm...
Movieweb debuted the trailer this afternoon, which you can watch below.
In the film, 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.
The buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls will be released exclusively in theaters for a one-night event on October 19, via Fathom Events. The film will show at 7:00pm & 10:00pm...
- 8/28/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
You’ve seen “Onyx The Fortuitous” on Youtube where he hijacks news reports with his odd personality and motormouth. Now he is coming to the big screen with his full-length feature Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, written, directed and starring Andrew Bowser, based on his internet-famous character also known as the “Weird Satanist Guy.” After a successful crowdfunding campaign to finance part of the production, the throwback horror comedy has been shown at Sundance, Glasgow FrightFest, and more recently, Fantasia Film Fest.
My first exposure to Onyx the Fortuitous was hearing his voice in the intro of Iron Reagan’s 12-second banger “Your Kid’s An Asshole”. Wanting to find the source of said sample, I stumbled upon his viral videos and wondered if this guy was for real and, if so, how did he manage to always be in the right place at the right time to get an interview?...
My first exposure to Onyx the Fortuitous was hearing his voice in the intro of Iron Reagan’s 12-second banger “Your Kid’s An Asshole”. Wanting to find the source of said sample, I stumbled upon his viral videos and wondered if this guy was for real and, if so, how did he manage to always be in the right place at the right time to get an interview?...
- 8/11/2023
- by Chris Aitkens
Fathom Events unearths a creepy lineup of tricks and treats this Halloween season, as Fathom Fright Fest rises again—terrorizing theaters nationwide beginning on Sunday, September 3.
Featured in this year’s event are two upcoming Screambox Original horror movies, the horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls and creature feature Shaky Shivers, which are joined by a pair of classics from horror mastermind John Carpenter plus The Exorcist, House of 1000 Corpses, and Hitchcock’s The Birds!
Tickets for the Fathom Fright Fest films will be available for purchase via the Fathom Events website. Make sure to sign up with your email so you’re alerted when they go up for grabs!
The complete 2023 Fright Fest Lineup is as follows (all times local)…
“They Live” 35th Anniversary
Fathom celebrates 35 years of this poignant classic from renowned director John Carpenter. “They Live” stars wrestling icon Roddy Piper as a...
Featured in this year’s event are two upcoming Screambox Original horror movies, the horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls and creature feature Shaky Shivers, which are joined by a pair of classics from horror mastermind John Carpenter plus The Exorcist, House of 1000 Corpses, and Hitchcock’s The Birds!
Tickets for the Fathom Fright Fest films will be available for purchase via the Fathom Events website. Make sure to sign up with your email so you’re alerted when they go up for grabs!
The complete 2023 Fright Fest Lineup is as follows (all times local)…
“They Live” 35th Anniversary
Fathom celebrates 35 years of this poignant classic from renowned director John Carpenter. “They Live” stars wrestling icon Roddy Piper as a...
- 8/3/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Chattanooga Film Festival 2023 returns in person and virtually for its tenth year, kicking off today, June 23 through 29! The beloved festival will return to an in-person event for the first time since 2019, from June 23 through 25, while offering a virtual experience from June 23 through 29.
The main venue for those attending in person will be Chattanooga’s historical and legendary haunted The Read House Hotel. The hotel’s 1920s beauty and the tale of Room 311, with resident ghost Annalisa, make it the perfect spooky backdrop for the festival’s 10th Anniversary. The festival will also have various locations around the city. So whether you’re attending from the comfort of your couch or getting spooked by Annalisa, it’s a great weekend ahead for horror fans. And an even greater weekend for Screambox titles, kicking off with the opening night film and party for Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls.
The main venue for those attending in person will be Chattanooga’s historical and legendary haunted The Read House Hotel. The hotel’s 1920s beauty and the tale of Room 311, with resident ghost Annalisa, make it the perfect spooky backdrop for the festival’s 10th Anniversary. The festival will also have various locations around the city. So whether you’re attending from the comfort of your couch or getting spooked by Annalisa, it’s a great weekend ahead for horror fans. And an even greater weekend for Screambox titles, kicking off with the opening night film and party for Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls.
- 6/23/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Olivia Dudley is an American actress. She is best known for her roles in Chernobyl Diaries (2012), The Vatican Tapes (2015) and The Magicians. Olivia Dudley Biography: Age, Early Life, Family, Education
Olivia Dudley was born on November 4, 1985 (Olivia Dudley: Age 37) in Morro Bay, California to Jim Dudley and Saundra Hoeschel. She graduated from Morro Bay High School in 2002 and moved to Los Angeles at 17 to pursue acting.
Oliva Dudley Biography: Career
Dudley started her acting career as an extra in The Anna Nicole Smith Story (2007), Remembering Phil (2008) and Birds of a Feather (2011). Dudley gained popularity from the 2012 movie, Chernobyl Diaries. Dudley played Natalie who goes with her boyfriend and a small group of friends to tour Pripyat, the abandoned town next to the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
In 2015 Dudley played the main character Angela, a young girl harboring an evil spirit, in the movie The Vatican Tapes.
Starting in 2011 Dudley guest starred in shows like NCIS,...
Olivia Dudley was born on November 4, 1985 (Olivia Dudley: Age 37) in Morro Bay, California to Jim Dudley and Saundra Hoeschel. She graduated from Morro Bay High School in 2002 and moved to Los Angeles at 17 to pursue acting.
Oliva Dudley Biography: Career
Dudley started her acting career as an extra in The Anna Nicole Smith Story (2007), Remembering Phil (2008) and Birds of a Feather (2011). Dudley gained popularity from the 2012 movie, Chernobyl Diaries. Dudley played Natalie who goes with her boyfriend and a small group of friends to tour Pripyat, the abandoned town next to the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
In 2015 Dudley played the main character Angela, a young girl harboring an evil spirit, in the movie The Vatican Tapes.
Starting in 2011 Dudley guest starred in shows like NCIS,...
- 4/30/2023
- by Hailey Schipper
- Uinterview
Bloody Disgusting is going to satisfy your nostalgia sweet tooth with the brand new Screambox Original Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, which gives loving homage to classic gateway horror like Monster Squad, Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, Ernest Scared Stupid, and Beetlejuice.
First reported by Variety, Cinedigm announced today they have acquired all North American rights to the buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival 2023 Midnight Section to rave reviews.
Our very own Meagan Navarro attended the World Premiere, writing in her review that Onyx is an “endearing comedy-horror [that] embraces the ‘80s horror kid,” while RogerEbert.com called the film “a handmade horror gem.”
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.
First reported by Variety, Cinedigm announced today they have acquired all North American rights to the buzzed-about horror-comedy Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival 2023 Midnight Section to rave reviews.
Our very own Meagan Navarro attended the World Premiere, writing in her review that Onyx is an “endearing comedy-horror [that] embraces the ‘80s horror kid,” while RogerEbert.com called the film “a handmade horror gem.”
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.
- 4/26/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Chattanooga Film Festival 2023 returns in person and virtually for its tenth year, taking place June 23 through 29! The beloved festival will return to an in person event for the first time since 2019, from June 23 through 25, while still offering a virtual experience from June 23 through 29.
For those attending in person, the main venue will be Chattanooga’s historic and legendary haunted The Read House Hotel. The hotel’s 1920’s beauty and the tale of Room 311, with resident ghost Annalisa, makes it the perfect spooky backdrop for the festival’s 10th Anniversary. The festival will also have various locations around the city.
As for what to expect this year, the Chattanooga Film Festival has unveiled it’s first wave of programming, including their opening feature: Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls. The film is based on director Andrew Bowser’s viral character Onyx, who has racked up over 300 million plus views online.
For those attending in person, the main venue will be Chattanooga’s historic and legendary haunted The Read House Hotel. The hotel’s 1920’s beauty and the tale of Room 311, with resident ghost Annalisa, makes it the perfect spooky backdrop for the festival’s 10th Anniversary. The festival will also have various locations around the city.
As for what to expect this year, the Chattanooga Film Festival has unveiled it’s first wave of programming, including their opening feature: Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls. The film is based on director Andrew Bowser’s viral character Onyx, who has racked up over 300 million plus views online.
- 4/11/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Fans of gateway horror get ready for Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, an unbelievably fun horror movie that harkens back to classics such as Beetlejuice, Ernest Scared Stupid, and even Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.
The film was a big hit at the Sundance Film Festival and is next set to play the Calgary Underground Film Festival before making its way to theaters this fall. We’re told huge news is imminent.
To commemorate the screening in Calgary, the filmmakers have created a hilarious poster exclusively for the event that gives homage to Re-Animator and celebrates Onyx star Jeffrey Combs!
“100 copies will be sold online and 150 copies will be available in person at the festival. Designed by Nate Maldonado, the art is numbered and autographed by Onyx director and star Andrew Bowser!”
The art gets into the mind of Andrew Bowser’s Onyx, which obsesses over everything from Alf to Satan.
The film was a big hit at the Sundance Film Festival and is next set to play the Calgary Underground Film Festival before making its way to theaters this fall. We’re told huge news is imminent.
To commemorate the screening in Calgary, the filmmakers have created a hilarious poster exclusively for the event that gives homage to Re-Animator and celebrates Onyx star Jeffrey Combs!
“100 copies will be sold online and 150 copies will be available in person at the festival. Designed by Nate Maldonado, the art is numbered and autographed by Onyx director and star Andrew Bowser!”
The art gets into the mind of Andrew Bowser’s Onyx, which obsesses over everything from Alf to Satan.
- 4/11/2023
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Aram Khachaturian is one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. His music is thrilling, passionate, and highly unique.
Whether you are a classical music aficionado or a complete novice to the genre, you should explore the music of Aram Khachaturian. His compositions range from soaring symphonies to energetic dance pieces and moody film scores.
We will take you through some of Aram Khachaturian’s best works, from his early pieces to his later works. Each piece is filled with emotion and drama, as if painted with musical notes on a canvas of sounds. We’ll also discuss his innovative orchestration techniques and how these influenced later composers.
So come and explore the captivating world of Aram Khachaturian!
Introduction to Aram Khachaturian
Are you looking to add some classical flair to your music library? Then you need to explore the works of Aram Khachaturian, an Armenian-Soviet composer who...
Whether you are a classical music aficionado or a complete novice to the genre, you should explore the music of Aram Khachaturian. His compositions range from soaring symphonies to energetic dance pieces and moody film scores.
We will take you through some of Aram Khachaturian’s best works, from his early pieces to his later works. Each piece is filled with emotion and drama, as if painted with musical notes on a canvas of sounds. We’ll also discuss his innovative orchestration techniques and how these influenced later composers.
So come and explore the captivating world of Aram Khachaturian!
Introduction to Aram Khachaturian
Are you looking to add some classical flair to your music library? Then you need to explore the works of Aram Khachaturian, an Armenian-Soviet composer who...
- 3/20/2023
- by Music Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Music
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