Dark Discussions Podcast

Dark Discussions Podcast
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Dark Discussions, your place for the discussion of horror films, fiction, and all that's fantastic.

  1. 2d ago

    Dark Discussions Podcast - Episode 723 - COLONY (2026)

    The 2016 South Korean sensation TRAIN TO BUSAN may not have completely reinvented the zombie movie, but it certainly gave the poor old undead genre a much-needed jolt of electricity. After years of shambling along through something of a slow and painful downturn, zombies suddenly had somewhere to go—and they were getting there very, very quickly. Now, director Sang-ho Yeon, the man who helped put some bite back into the genre, returns with his latest offering, COLONY, which arrived in North American theaters on August 28, 2026, following its earlier premiere in South Korea. From IMDb: “Professor Se Jeong attends a biotech conference, only to witness it spiral into catastrophe when a rapidly mutating virus is unleashed. As the outbreak spreads and the infected begin to transform, authorities seal off the entire facility.” And, well, that sounds like precisely the sort of conference nobody wants to put on their calendar. Directed by Sang-ho Yeon and co-written with Gyu-seok Choi, COLONY features Ji-hyun Jun, Kyo-hwan Koo, Chang-wook Ji, and a sizable ensemble of unlucky souls who find themselves in decidedly unhealthy circumstances. With critics giving the film a healthy 81% positive rating—and audiences being even more enthusiastic at a whopping 94%—COLONY appears to be doing for the zombie genre what TRAIN TO BUSAN did nearly a decade ago: giving the corpse a little shake and reminding everyone that the undead still have plenty of life left in them. Your co-hosts now venture into Yeon’s latest outbreak, dodge the infected, and offer their thoughts on whether COLONY deserves a place among the genre’s liveliest new arrivals.

  2. Sep 10

    Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 722 – THE END OF OAK STREET (2026)

    Well, after an eight-year journey through the cinematic wilderness, David Robert Mitchell has finally returned to the land of motion pictures. Mitchell is, of course, best known for IT FOLLOWS (2014), a film this reviewer considers not only one of the greatest horror films ever made, but perhaps one of the greatest films, period. Now, under the watchful eye of J.J. Abrams’ production company, Bad Robot, Mitchell has emerged with his latest mysterious creation, THE END OF OAK STREET, which Warner Brothers released into theaters on August 14th, 2026. According to IMDb: “The Platt family bands together to navigate their new surroundings after a cosmic event transports their suburban neighborhood to someplace unknown.” And really, nothing says “new home” quite like waking up one morning to discover that your entire neighborhood has apparently been whisked away by the universe and deposited somewhere nobody can find on a map. Written and directed by David Robert Mitchell, the film stars Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor and has earned excellent reviews from both critics and audiences alike, even if the box office has not quite reached the heights that J.J. Abrams and company may have hoped for. So, your co-hosts pack their cosmic survival kits, take a stroll down Oak Street—wherever it may currently be—and explore Mitchell’s latest cinematic oddity to see if it lives up to the considerable excitement surrounding its arrival.

  3. Sep 3

    Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 721 - ICE CREAM MAN (2026)

    For reasons completely lost somewhere in the foggy, cobweb-covered corridors of this reviewer’s mind, Eli Roth has become a rather divisive figure among horror and genre fans. Some eagerly line up for whatever deliciously demented nightmare he has cooked up next, while others approach his films as though they’ve just discovered a suspicious noise coming from the basement. Not quite as prolific as one might think, Roth nevertheless has a new movie now playing in theaters: the simply and sweetly titled ICE CREAM MAN (2026). Produced by his company, The Horror Section, which has an exclusive distribution deal with Iconic Events Releasing, the film follows, according to IMDb, “An idyllic summer town descends into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results.” Suddenly, that extra scoop doesn’t sound quite so appealing. Directed by Eli Roth and co-written by Noah Belson, ICE CREAM MAN also features Snoop Dogg as a producer, with the legendary artist providing the song that plays over the film’s end credits. The cast includes Ari Millen, Charlie Zeltzer, and others, while Sarah Abbott may just deliver the film’s breakout performance as Lizzie. But while the ice cream may be sweet, the response has been considerably more mixed, with both critics and audiences serving up mostly mediocre reviews. So, is the film genuinely deserving of its chilly reception, or has Eli Roth’s name on the carton caused some viewers to reach for the dislike button before taking their first bite? Your co-hosts grab their spoons, check carefully for anything lurking beneath the sprinkles, and dig into ICE CREAM MAN to find out. Is this a devilishly delicious serving of summertime horror, a scoop of misunderstood madness, or something that should have been left melting on the sidewalk? Join us as we taste-test Eli Roth’s latest nightmare and give you our thoughts—brain freeze and all.

  4. Aug 27

    Halloween Boutique Psychotronic Reviews – Volume 070 – Genre News in August 2026

    We take a different approach to the podcast today with some genre news. Instead of reviewing a film or book, we instead go through some of the news of the past year and discuss in detail some of the most interesting things we’ve heard. We talk about some upcoming adaptations of like Tomb Raider, some crumbs John Carpenter mentioned at convention in the last quarter, news about the James Gunn DC Universe, and a whole bunch more. Listed also are some forgotten gems from the past that may have been overlooked. Take a listen and let us know what you feel.

    Halloween Boutique Psychotronic Reviews – Volume 070 – Genre News in August 2026

  5. Aug 20

    Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 720 – THE LONG WALK (2026)

    When the conversation turns to the titans of horror, Stephen King inevitably rises to the top — a storyteller whose shadow has stretched across six decades, ever since his first published tale hit the world in 1967. Among the curiosities of his early career were the novels he released under the Richard Bachman pseudonym, one of which, The Long Walk, has finally marched its way onto the big screen with a wide 2025 release and now reaching VOD. IMDB distills the premise with brutal simplicity: “A group of teenage boys compete in an annual contest known as ‘The Long Walk,’ in which they must maintain a certain walking speed or get shot.” That stark hook sets the tone for a story that blends dystopian dread with the slow‑burn terror King has always mastered. Directed by Francis Lawrence and scripted by JT Mollner, the film leans on a cast of rising talents — Cooper Hoffman, David Johnsson, Garrett Wareing, Tut Nyuot, Charlie Plummer, and Ben Wang — who bring raw intensity to the ordeal. Critics praised the adaptation with near‑unanimous enthusiasm, even as audiences failed to turn it into a box‑office success. Now, your co‑hosts finally sit down with this bleak, propulsive vision of survival and offer their take on King’s long‑awaited march to the screen.

  6. Aug 13

    Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 719 – GRIZZLY NIGHT (2026)

    When the wild turns on you, instinct is all you’ve got. Sharks, chimps, gators, lions — and now bears step into the spotlight. Grizzly Night, the new survival thriller that clawed its way onto VOD on January 30th, 2026, brings that primal fear front and center. The film draws its inspiration from a chilling true story first told in Jack Olsen’s 1969 bestseller Night of the Grizzlies. The heart of the movie beats with a real historical nightmare. As IMDB recounts, “On August 12th, 1967, in Montana’s Glacier National Park, the unthinkable happened: On the same night, nine miles apart, there were not one—but two—fatal grizzly bear attacks.” It’s the kind of event that reshapes how we think about the wilderness. Directed by Burke Doeren and written by Katrina Mathewson and Katrina Bean, the film brings together a cast that blends horror pedigree with fresh energy. Scream queen Brec Bassinger leads the charge alongside Jack Griffo, Charles Esten, Oded Fehr, Josh Zuckerman, and Matt Lintz. With critics and audiences giving it solid marks, your co‑hosts dive in to see whether the movie lives up to its terrifying legacy.

  7. Aug 12

    A Decimation of Dragons – House of the Dragon – s03e08 – The Treasons at Tumbleton

    A weekly podcast discussing the weekly Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon

    A Decimation of Dragons – House of the Dragon – s03e08 – The Treasons at Tumbleton

  8. Aug 12

    A Decimation of Dragons – House of the Dragon – s03e07 – The Dragon in Winter

    A weekly podcast discussing the weekly Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon

    A Decimation of Dragons – House of the Dragon – s03e07 – The Dragon in Winter
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    Dark Discussions Podcast
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    204
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