Don't Press Play Podcast

Alexander Beresford
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  1. Jeepers Creepers (2001) Explained

    1d ago

    Jeepers Creepers (2001) Explained

    What begins as a simple highway encounter between two siblings quickly unfolds into something far more unsettling: a story about curiosity as a fatal flaw, the collapse of safety in liminal spaces, and the terror of discovering that some questions are better left unanswered. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    22 min
  2. Open Water (2003): The Horror of Being Forgotten

    2d ago

    Open Water (2003): The Horror of Being Forgotten

    This week on Summer-Ween, Alex dives into one of the most unsettling horror films of the 2000s: Open Water (2003).  Inspired by the real-life disappearance of Tom and Eileen Lonergan, Open Water tells the story of a couple accidentally left behind during a scuba diving excursion, stranded in the middle of the ocean with no land in sight and no rescue on the horizon. But what makes the film so terrifying isn't the sharks. In this episode, we explore how Open Water uses realism, isolation, and uncertainty to create a uniquely effective horror experience.  From its documentary-like filmmaking style and minimalist approach to its similarities with The Blair Witch Project, we'll break down why the film still feels so disturbing more than twenty years after its release. Because sometimes the scariest thing isn't what's beneath the surface. It's realizing nobody knows you're there. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    28 min
  3. The Strangers Chapter 3 Review – What Went Wrong?

    Apr 8

    The Strangers Chapter 3 Review – What Went Wrong?

    The Strangers Chapter 3 might be one of the most disappointing horror movies I’ve seen in a long time… and I’m breaking down exactly why. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    20 min
  4. The Blair Witch Project Remake: What We Know So Far

    Apr 2

    The Blair Witch Project Remake: What We Know So Far

    We dive into the latest news surrounding a remake of The Blair Witch Project. What’s confirmed, what’s rumor, and whether this found-footage classic should be revisited at all Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    12 min
  5. The Problem with Scream 7

    Mar 18

    The Problem with Scream 7

    Scream 7 is a disaster, it’s a step backward. A film that plays it too safe, repeats old ideas, and proves that even a franchise built on reinventing horror… can fall into its own formula. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    30 min
  6. Scream VI Explained: Surviving Without Sidney Prescott

    Jan 13

    Scream VI Explained: Surviving Without Sidney Prescott

    Scream VI marks the first film in the franchise without Sidney Prescott, and that changes everything. As Don’t Press Play begins the countdown to Scream 7, host Alex breaks down whether Scream VI (2023) can survive without its original final girl. From Ghostface’s brutal New York rampage to the rise of the Core Four, this episode explores how the franchise evolves when Sidney isn’t there to save the day. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    20 min
  7. Blackfish Explained: Orca Captivity, SeaWorld, and the Story of Tilikum

    Jan 13

    Blackfish Explained: Orca Captivity, SeaWorld, and the Story of Tilikum

    Through the story of Tilikum, an orca captured from the wild and held in captivity for over three decades, Blackfish exposes the hidden costs of marine park entertainment. The episode also honours the life of trainer Dawn Brancheau, whose death became a turning point in the global conversation around captive orcas and human responsibility. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    26 min
  8. Creep (2014) Review – A Terrifying Romantic Dance Between Fear and Connection

    11/03/2025

    Creep (2014) Review – A Terrifying Romantic Dance Between Fear and Connection

    In this episode of the Don’t Press Play Podcast, I dive deep into Patrick Brice and Mark Duplass’ unsettling found-footage masterpiece. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/don-t-press-play-podcast--6640070/support.

    11 min
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  • Creator
    Alexander Beresford
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Alexander Beresford
  • Show Website
    Don't Press Play Podcast