Episode 165: A Dark Song
Added 2019-09-17 11:56:55 +0000 UTChttps://blasphemoustomes.com/2019/09/17/a-dark-song/
This episode wraps up our recent look at the occult by discussing a recent occult horror film, seeing what angelic inspiration it can offer. A Dark Song is a British/Irish co-production from 2016 that has developed something of a cult following. While it does exaggerate aspects for dramatic effect, it may be the most realistic and sympathetic portrayal of the western magical tradition put on film.
The film centres on the Abramelin Operation, a notoriously long and involved magical ritual with a reputation for driving occultists mad. As such, it is terrific inspiration for Call of Cthulhu. We pick the film apart, looking for elements we can borrow for our games.
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Things we mention in this episode include:
Songs
The Abramellin operation calls for daily prayer, offered in praise of the most awesome entity who watches over you. Our prayers take the form of songs, and we offer them to our Patreon backers. We only have one such song for you this time, but we hope that it strikes the right note of trembling awe.
Also - don't miss Scott's interview with Brian Courtemanche, released last week:
https://blasphemoustomes.com/2019/09/13/special-brian-courtemanche-interview-at-necronomicon-2019/
