The new film “Misfortune” by Desmond Devenish opens nationwide on Friday, July 14 at locations including the Laemmle Music Hall theater in Beverly Hills. Showtimes at the Laemmle Music Hall are 9:55 p.m., Friday through Monday, and noon, Tuesday through Thursday.

(photo courtesy of Desmond Devenish)

After being released from prison, Mallick hunts down his ex-partner’s son, Boyd (pictured), an out-of-work mechanic whom he believes could lead the way to the missing stolen diamonds that landed him in prison years earlier. Facing the threat of death and a chance at a potential small fortune, Boyd, his diner-shift gal Sloan and best friend Russell set out on a rugged search through a treacherous desert for the diamonds. As events spiral out of control, the prospects of a criminal fugitive lifestyle become an inevitable reality. The story delves into the underbelly of how greed readily finds danger, with severe life-changing integrity challenges.

“Misfortune” was shot in Tucson, Arizona. Devenish sold his Silverlake Hills home to raise funds for the movie. Devenish attended LA Film School and founded Gunnison Galaxy, a creative collective advancing new material and autonomy for rising artists

The Laemmle Music Hall Theatre is located at 9036 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. For information, call (310)478-3836, or visit laemmle.com/films/42607.