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You can’t cheat death twice with The Jester 2, a sequel to the 2023 supernatural slasher.

The film will be released in theaters nationwide for a two nights only on September 15-16, accompanied by an exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette.

On Halloween night, teen magician Max finds herself locked in a brutal showdown with the Jester, a nightmarish and supernatural trickster with real dark magic and a killer act. As illusions turn lethal and every escape is a trap, Max must pull off the ultimate trick: staying alive. On this deadly night, the only escape is to beat the devil at its own game.

The Jester creator Colin Krawchuk returns to write and direct. Epic Pictures’s Dread label produces in association with Traverse Terror.

Michael Sheffield reprises his role as the titular trickster, joined by Kaitlyn Trentham, Jessica Ambuehl, and Dingani Beza.

“I’m so grateful to Fathom for having faith...

Epic Pictures’ specialty horror label Dread proudly presents The Jester 2, coming to theatres nationwide with a special two-night screening event September 15 and September 16 in collaboration with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide.

The masked killer, The Jester, returns in a deadly game where surviving means outwitting a killer who’s truly magic. From his first introduction in Colin Krawchuk’s viral short films, to the beloved feature film The Jester, the eerie killer has enthralled audiences and developed a cult following. In this highly anticipated sequel, audiences can look forward to an even deeper descent into the twisted mind of The Jester.

The two-night Fathom Entertainment theatrical release will include an exclusive look at the making of The Jester 2, with a behind-the-scenes featurette. Join director Colin Krawchuk, and the entire cast, as they reveal how the chilling sequel was brought to life,...

Epic Pictures’ specialty horror label Dread proudly presents The Jester 2, coming to theaters nationwide with a special two-night screening event on September 15 and September 16 in collaboration with Fathom Entertainment!

The masked killer, The Jester, returns in a deadly game where surviving means outwitting a killer who’s truly magic. From his first introduction in Colin Krawchuk’s viral short films, to the beloved feature film The Jester, the eerie killer has enthralled audiences and developed a cult following. In this highly anticipated sequel, audiences can look forward to an even deeper descent into the twisted mind of The Jester.

The official synopsis for the film reads:

On Halloween night, teen magician Max finds herself locked in a brutal showdown with the Jester, a nightmarish and supernatural trickster with real dark magic and a killer act. As illusions turn lethal and every escape is a trap, Max must pull off the ultimate trick: staying alive.

A ghastly grinning nightmare with a mysterious deck of cards is now yours to stream for free. The Jester, Dread’s hallucinatory Halloween-set chiller that quietly and quickly earned a cult following since its initial release, is now streaming on Tubi. It’s another banger distributed by our sister company Dread, the same lunatics behind cult genre titles like Terrifier, Beezel, and Benny Loves You.

Directed by Colin Krawchuk and based on a series of viral short films, The Jester tells the story of two sisters who, on an otherwise quiet Halloween night, find themselves stalked by a mysterious and seemingly supernatural trickster. The Jester—part mime, part magician, all menace—communicates only through gesture and expression, but his actions speak louder than you can scream.

The Jester was a hit for Dread, resonating with fans of indie horror, the Terrifier franchise, and horror hounds craving something off the beaten path.

Exclusive: Alta Global Media’s Steven Adams and Theo Dumont have teamed with Cake Studios, the Los Angeles based production company run by Blake Reading and Carla Westlund to produce the Black Wall Street feature film Black, written by one half of the writing, acting, and producing duo, The Beza Bros: Zondwayo Beza, and his brother Dingani Beza who are also producing.

“We’re ecstatic to be working with Alta’s executive leadership and roster of talent, as they are among a short list of curated talent changing the face of entertainment on a global scale,” says Kevin Herrera, CEO of TheMachine. “Black” is a vital story, more timely than ever, and we are thrilled to be part of it’s journey to the screen.”

Alta Global Media and Cake Studios are both part of TheMachine’s Verified Member Network. The feature film marks the first collaboration between the two companies.

Mti Home Video has recently released the thriller 23 Minutes to Sunrise. This film stars Eric Roberts and the film released on DVD March 19th. The film's story is a mystery. Several characters find themselves at a rest stop. A man has an unnamed proposition for them, but no one wants to take him up on his offer. Events become dangerous when a young man brings a gun into the equation. But, is their an escape from this lonesome diner? An early review for 23 Minutes to Sunrise has been positive. The film has been called a "clever ensemble piece," by Mike Thomas (Matchflick). And, the film's trailer is curious. View the clip below. Release Date: March 19th, 2013 (DVD). Director: Jay Kanzler. Writers: Jay Kanzler and Patrick Pinkston. Cast: Eric Roberts, Nia Peeples, Bob Zany and Dingani Beza. The trailer for the film is here: An early review of the film is...

23 Minutes To Sunrise screens as part of The St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase on Monday, July 9th at 7:15pm at the Tivoli Theatre, 6350 Delmar Blvd.

23 Minutes To Sunrise is a small scale drama about a group of people gathered one night in an out-of-the-way 24-hour diner. It’s a well-made film hampered by a half-baked script and poorly handled third act left bank into the supernatural but it’s partially redeemed by a sardonic performance from the terrific Eric Roberts. The action all takes place in Illinois (it was filmed in Sauget), where eight people find themselves the only wee-hour inhabitants of the all-night Sunrise Diner. Sheila is a small town waitress trapped in an abusive marriage attracted to the younger black fry cook Eddie (Dingani Beza). Rachel and Ted, an unhappy 50-ish couple (Nia Peeples and Bob Zany) agonize over their failing marriage. Hair-trigger criminal Donny (Tom Sandoval) and...

The pyschological drama genre remains a font for indie filmmakers looking to explore deep character arcs without the expectations of some of the pricier genres. Asylum premiered last night in Hollywood at Cinespace, a venue fast becoming the city’s Cbgb’s of web series, to a capacity crowd of supporters. Not a bad foot to start a show off on. The big question however is will this indie have the muster to break through? A week ago I opined that this might be this year’s Compulsions, with its similar genre, release timing and early indie buzz. Now having watched the full six-episode opening season of Asylum, the comp still holds water, meaning we might see a nom or two come awards season here. At the onset, we are taken inside St. Dympna Hospital for the Criminally Insane, a tired, state-funded outfit badly overlooked by any sort of authority.