Inspired by the true and harrowing events
which transpired during one of Northern
California's most catastrophic wildfires
LOS
ANGELES, Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse
announced today that the pulse-pounding survival and inspirational
drama On Fire will release exclusively in theaters
nationwide on September 29. Inspired
by the true and harrowing events which transpired during one of
Northern California's most
catastrophic wildfires, the film premiered at the 2023 Mammoth Film
Festival where it was nominated for best genre film. Director/star
Peter Facinelli (The Vanished,
Twilight) was in attendance with local heroes from the town's
firefighting units.
In addition to Facinelli, On Fire is anchored by
the exceptional talents of Asher
Angel (Shazam! Fury of the Gods), Fiona Dourif ("The
Blacklist", "Chucky") & Golden Globe nominee
Lance Henriksen (Aliens, The
Quick & The Dead).
On Fire tells the story of an ordinary man thrown
into extraordinary circumstances. Dave
Laughlin (Facinelli) is a humble man who has spent his life
working to be a great husband, father, and son. Living in a remote
area of Northern California, he
finds his world suddenly and violently torn apart as devastating
wildfires rip through the surrounding area. With precious moments
ticking by, Laughlin must flee with his son (Angel) and pregnant
wife (Dourif) if they have any hope of surviving the rapid forces
of mother nature.
"On Fire encapsulates the extraordinary power that
resides within every individual. This gripping film serves as a
poignant reminder that where disaster and uncertainty loom, so too
do bravery, selflessness, and faith," said Yolanda Macias, Chief Content Officer at
Cineverse. "When On Fire blazes onto screens nationwide, it
promises an unforgettable cinematic experience that will leave
audiences inspired. Be prepared to embark on an emotional journey
of survival, courage, and the unwavering power of the human
spirit."
"Unfortunately, wildfires are becoming more and more rampant
each year. This film is inspired by true events and gives an
in-depth look at how terrifying it is to be trapped with your
family as you're faced with only one goal—survival," said
Facinelli. "My heart goes out to any family who's had to endure
what these characters went through. I hope the film furthers
awareness so we can find a way to curb these fires. To all the
firefighters and first responders, thank you for your heroic acts.
This film is dedicated to you."
At its core, On Fire not only captivates with its
compelling narrative that ignites hope amidst adversity, but it
also delivers a profound message addressing pressing global climate
concerns. The film poignantly tackles the urgent issue of the
climate crisis while also paying homage to the unwavering courage
and support of our fearless firefighters.
The film is directed by Nick Lyon
(Bullet) and Facinelli and co-written by Ron Peer (Goodbye Love) and Lyon.
On Fire also stars Ashlei
Foushee ("Ballers") and Glenn Morshower ("24"). The film was
produced by Beth Bruce, Peter Winther, Facinelli & Lyon with
Simon Crowe, Joe Fernandez, Matthew
Joynes, Suzanne Weinert,
& Rob Witte executive
producing.
Official Synopsis: Inspired by true and harrowing
events, On Fire tells the story of an ordinary man
(Peter Facinelli) that finds his
world suddenly torn apart as devastating wildfires rip through the
surrounding countryside. With precious moments ticking by, he must
flee with his son (Asher Angel) and
pregnant wife (Fiona Dourif) if they have any hope of surviving the
rapid forces of mother nature.
On Fire
Stars: Peter
Facinelli, Fiona Dourif, Asher
Angel, Lance Henriksen,
Ashlei Foushee and Glenn Morshower
Directors: Nick Lyon and
Peter Facinelli
Writers: Ron Peer and Nick Lyon
Producer(s): Beth Bruce,
Peter Winther, Peter Facinelli and Nick
Lyon
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Language: English
Run Time: 80 Mins.
Genre: Survival Drama, Suspense
Year of production: 2023
Country of origin: United
States
IMDB link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15783520/
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Onfirethemovie/
Official
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnFireMovie2023
A NOTE TO PRESS:
Cineverse announced today that its upcoming survival drama
On Fire has been granted a SAG-AFTRA interim
agreement, allowing the film's guild members to promote its
upcoming theatrical release.
This will allow the film's stars, Peter
Facinelli, Asher Angel, Fiona
Dourif and Lance Henriksen, to
attend community screenings with local firefighters leading up to
the film's nationwide theatrical release this fall, in addition to
doing PR and appearances on behalf of the film.
On Fire is being released by Cineverse, an
independent, non-AMPTP affiliated distributor.
"As an independent, non-AMPTP-affiliated distributor, Cineverse
is committed to bringing On Fire to theaters this
fall. The success of On Fire was contingent on the
cast's support and we express our gratitude to SAG-AFTRA for their
understanding and support during this challenging time for the
industry. We are thrilled that audiences will have the opportunity
to experience On Fire in theaters, embracing its
compelling narrative that sparks hope amidst adversity and its
profound message addressing urgent global climate concerns," said
Cineverse in a statement.
ABOUT CINEVERSE
Cineverse (NASDAQ: CNVS) is a global
streaming technology and entertainment company with one of the
world's largest portfolios of owned and operated streaming
channels, all powered by its advanced, proprietary technology
platform. Cineverse currently features enthusiast brands for
subscription video on demand (SVOD), advertising-based video on
demand (AVOD) and free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST)
channels. Cineverse entertains consumers around the globe by
providing premium feature film and television series, enthusiast
streaming channels and technology services to some of the world's
largest media, retail and technology companies. For more
information, please visit www.cineverse.com.
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