Grave Discussions

The Shape. Michael Myers. Evil. Whatever you prefer to call him, he is perhaps the most prolific cinematic killer in history. For the first time in forty canonical years, Michael Myers returns to Haddonfield in David Gordon Green's Halloween, and the Grave Discussions team has a lot of opinions about it. The episode features a full review of arguably the most anticipated horror film of the year, covering every gory detail. This marks part four of the month-long Grave Discussions Halloween series.

As human beings, you fear the unknown, so what's more terrifying than a hideous monster? Halloween just isn't quite right without them, and Barnabas and Samael explore that very subject this episode by highlighting two deliciously frightening creature features: Silver Bullet and Fright Night! The ghouls discuss practical effects makeup, themes, and just what elements make these movie monsters so legendary and terrifying. This marks part three of the month-long Grave Discussions Halloween series.

A Nightmare on Elm Street gave the world Freddy Krueger, but Wes Craven's foray into horror was much humbler and a whole lot lewder. In this episode, Barnabas and Samael are joined by special guest The Caretaker of Clean Slate Productions to discuss the works and legacy of the indomitable genre master. From classics such as The Hills Have Eyes to underrated gems like My Soul to Take, the Grave Discussions team aims to highlight one of horror's greatest filmmakers and his insurmountable contributions to our favorite vice. This marks part two of the special five-episode Halloween series.

It's officially the greatest time of the year to be a horror fan! Halloween season is in full swing, and what better way to start it off than by reliving your childhood? Or maybe your own children want to feel spooky? Barnabas and Samael explore these familial desires by delving into a couple of tried-and-true Halloween classics: Halloweentown and Hocus Pocus! This episode marks the first of Grave Discussions' special October series highlighting Halloween-themed horror.

It's officially the greatest time of the year to be a horror fan! Halloween season is in full swing, and what better way to start it off than by reliving your childhood? Or maybe your own children want to feel spooky? Barnabas and Samael explore these familial desires by delving into a couple of tried-and-true Halloween classics: Halloweentown and Hocus Pocus! This episode marks the first of Grave Discussions' special October series highlighting Halloween-themed horror.

Halloween is the biggest event of the year for horror fanatics, and nobody knows that better than Barnabas and Samael. The pernicious pair have meticulously created an October survival guide just for YOU! If you need horror movie recommendations, event information, or cool locations to visit this Halloween season, then look no further. They also cover a classic Halloween-time cartoon, Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island, and then check out the buzzing new sci-fi/horror film The Endless.

The Predator has arrived chock-full of explosions, post-war trauma, and nasty alien mandibles. Barnabas and Samael return to give an exclusive review of the film following it's powerful opening weekend. Will it live up to the 1987 classic, or will it fall just a couple of "choppas" short? The ghoulish g-hosts also discuss Alice, Sweet Alice and the new paranormal anthology film Ghost Stories.

Valak has arrived, and with the release of "The Nun" comes this review from the most bluntly honest pair of misfits in horror, with Barnabas and Samael conjuring up their thoughts on the prequel. They also highlight a classic just in time for the Halloween season, "Night of the Demons," and give their opinions on Thai ghost flick "Shutter."

No, we're not talking about Elvis or even Ash Williams. Barnabas and Samael return to instead discuss the influence, legacy, and future of prolific horror storyteller Stephen King and the on-screen adaptations inspired by his work. There's also a spooky new found-footage contestant on the Chopping Block.

 

**Warning: Explicit/adult language.**

The 80s: a true golden age for horror. So what happened? Barnabas and Samael talk the last great "golden age" and hypothesize when the next great era of horror will be, and why. Is that time now? Also, the gruesome twosome discuss "Angel Heart" in this weeks Cult Corner!

 

**Warning: Explicit/adult language.**