Dark Discussions Podcast

Zombie films seem to have found their place in cinema. After a breakout back in the early 2000’s, an over saturation almost killed off the genre. But one thing is that if you are an independent filmmaker, it is one of the best types of films to attempt. The new film ZOMBIECON, VOL. 1 (2025) is one of them and has received some good buzz.

From IMDB: “A group of cosplaying friends trigger a zombie apocalypse and are forced to traverse a zombie-infested Los Angeles to save their loved one.”

The film is directed by Kyle Valle, and co-written by Valle along with stars Erin Aine and Manny Luke. Besides Aine and Luke, the films cast includes Punkie Johnson, Christian Casillas, Carlo Mendez, and Nichole McAuley. Though having mixed reviews, the film has gained somewhat of a cult following because of its cosplay aspect. Your co-hosts take a look at this new film and give their thoughts.

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The iconic character Red Sonja first appeared as a character called Red Sonya of Rogatino by author Robert E. Howard, the creator of Conan. Many years later she appeared as a barbarian warrior in 1973 in Marvel Comics. Today her story continues in the comics by Dynamite and has a dedicated following. A new movie, simply titled RED SONJA (2025), is now out. With a short run at theaters, it is now available to rent.

From RottenTomatoes: “Captured. Chained. Forced to fight for survival. Red Sonja must battle her way through the blood-soaked pits of a tyrant’s empire and rally an army of outcasts to reclaim her freedom and take down Dragan and his ruthless bride, Dark Annisia.

Directed by MJ Bassett and written by Tasha Huo, the international cast includes Matilda Lutz as Red Sonja, and also Wallis Day, Robert Sheehan, and Luca Pasqualino. A passion project by Bassett and Huo, the film has actually received positive reviews for a limited budget epic. Your co-hosts take a look at the movie and give their thoughts.

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Zach Cregger has become a different voice in film. His first big break was the movie BARBARIAN (2022) which had a unique flair to it as it stretched between being grounded (and even message bringing) to over the top grindhouse. Now in 2025 his latest film, WEAPONS, has arrived and is it a great follow up or not?

From IMDB: When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.

WEAPONS is directed and written by Zach Cregger. The cast includes an ensemble cast including Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreidch, and Benedict Wong. With a budget of $38M USD and earned an amazing $268M USD while receiving great reviews. Your co-hosts take a look at Cregger’s latest and give their thoughts.

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Home invasion films can be some of the most frightening movies of the horror genre. When strangers enter your house and then begin to do psychological and physical harm to the residents, it can be a harrowing experience for the audience. There is a new entry to this subgenre called the quite appropriate title of EVERYONE IS GOING TO DIE.

From IMDB: “An entrepreneur is attempting to reconnect with his daughter on her Birthday. The party is interrupted and they are taken hostage by two masked female robbers who appear to have real problems with the Patriarchy.”

EVERYONE IS GOING TO DIE was directed by Craig Tuohy from his own script. The cast is led by Jaime Winstone and includes Chiara D’Anna, Brad Moore, among others. Receiving mixed reviews, your co-hosts take a stab at the film and give their thoughts.

Animated films seem to be as common as live action movies nowadays. But out of the blue, an immediate classic, brilliant in its own way, appears and transcends animation to just be one of the best films ever made. The Latvian film, FLOW (2024), happens to be one of those movies. Winning best Oscar for animated motion picture and nominated for foreign film as well, FLOW finally reached world audiences in Q1 of 2025 after the awards shows ended.

From IMDB: “Cat is a solitary animal, but as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences.”

FLOW is both an adventure film and a post-apocalyptic movie all in one. Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, and written with co-producer Matiss Kaža, the movie was remarkably done on a budget of only 3.5M Euros, during a time many animated films cross over 150M Euros to make. Your co-hosts decided to take a look at this fabulous film, give their thoughts, and praise its wonderful story.

The new big thing!  KPOP DEMON HUNTERS (2025) is even more than that. It is a phenomenon and part of the zeitgeist. When it first appeared on Netflix, it was immediately became a thing. This animated movie has catchy songs, a brilliant story, enough originality to not be lost in the mix, and focuses on the new big craze of Far East Asian pop culture.

From IMDB: “A world-renowned K-Pop girl group balance their lives in the spotlight with their secret identities as demon hunters.”

The movie is co-directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans from the script by Danya Jimenez, Hannah McMechan, Maggie Kang, and Chris Appelhans, based on the story by Maggie Kang. Though a Netflix original, the movie has become a cash cow for the network. Your co-hosts decided to take a look at all the hype and discuss the movie.

Along with bears, wolves, tigers, and lions, sharks can be known to be man eaters. Films, such as horror and thrillers, have used them quite well to send chills upon people. Should you go in the water again. The new horror film DANGEROUS ANIMALS (2025) take a new spin on the threat of the shark and adds a serial killer into the mix.

From IMDB: “When Zephyr, a savvy and free-spirited surfer, is abducted by a shark-obsessed serial killer and held captive on his boat, she must figure out how to escape before he carries out a ritualistic feeding to the sharks below.”

From the script by Nick Lepard, the film is directed by Sean Byrne (THE LOVED ONE’S, DEVIL’S CANDY). The cast includes Jai Courtney, Hassie Harrison, Ella Newton, and Josh Houston. Released in the first half of 2025, the movie received good reviews from critics and audiences alike. Your co-hosts take a look at the movie and give their thoughts.