Don't Open that Door
293 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsHave you ever watched a horror movie and thought to yourself "What? No! Don't do that!" right before a soon-to-be victim makes a terrible decision? Ever wondered why nobody in spooky situations can seem to think straight? Don't worry -- we have too! Don't Open that Door is a horror podcast where we take a look at the classics, modern hits, and the wildcards of the horror genre. Join us for in-depth reviews, commentary, and a few laughs along the way. Be aware! All episodes have spoilers for the movies being reviewed unless stated otherwise.
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EP 196 - Audition (1999) - Takoyaki Terror
April 22, 2024 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBThe DOtD acting squad gets ready for a casting call as we review Takashi Miike’s “Audition”! We discuss the feminist interpretation of the film, the many faces of the main antagonist, and a hero finally heeds Nico’s advice. Spoilers in the dog bowl. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 195 - After Midnight (2019) - REAL SADBOY HOURS
April 15, 2024 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBThe DOtD lads listen to Justin’s tale of heartbreak as we review Jeremy Gardner and Christian Stella’s “After Midnight”! We discuss the movie’s monster, debate its genre, and speak on why Hank shouldn’t have slept next to a gaping hole in his front door. Spoilers in the peanut wine. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.inst...
EP 194 - Folkloric Frights Vol 1 - Gigahorse in the Gym
April 08, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThe DOtD lads get their passports ready as we dive into some folklore and local legends from around the world! We discuss an extremely speedy aquatic cryptid from Cabo Verde, a shapeshifting trickster from the Philippines, and a Slavic bird that has the head of a human baby. Mamma mia! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.i...
EP 193 - From Beyond - Leonard Nimoy’s Seaman (With an A)
April 01, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThe DOtD lads scream at some scientists to hit the off switch as they review Stuart Gordon’s “From Beyond”! We discuss the movie’s ranking in the pantheon of cosmic horror, Nico reviews the original short story, and the lads discuss neurobiology. Spoilers in the pineal gland. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
EP 192 - Lifeforce - Space Girl Soup
March 25, 2024 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBThe DOtD lads watch a man explode into Jello as they review Tobe Hooper’s “Lifeforce”! We discuss the movie’s wild inconsistencies, how its energy vampires have roots in ancient lore, and Nico unlocks a new Overlimit as he unleashes the fire like never before. Spoilers in the leaded pipe. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://ww...
EP 191 - It Follows - Paul Wall and Sean Paul’s Red Ball
March 18, 2024 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe DOtD lads make sure to use protection as they review David Robert Mitchell’s “It Follows”! We discuss the movie’s themes, whether or not the setting has a cohesive or anachronistic vibe, and we solve the movie’s key issue via international intercourse. Spoilers in the pool. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram...
EP 190 - The Worm/Beacon - Dream Drop Deathstance
March 11, 2024 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBThe DOtD lads dream a dream as they review Andy Coyle’s “The Worm” and Andrew Stadler’s “Beacon”! We discuss the animation styles of both shorts, how each stands out as an example of their subgenres, and Nico lets everyone know that he won’t be saving them. Spoilers on Hoth. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
EP 189 - Final Destination - No Items, Fox Only
March 04, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBThe DOtD squad deciphers the signs as we review James Wong’s “Final Destination”! We discuss the film’s Rube Goldberg-esque kills, its unseen antagonist, and why Dan doesn’t ride rollercoasters. Spoilers in the lubed-up bathtub. Molto Italiano! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 188 - The Strangers - BaSeD oN tRuE eVeNtS
February 26, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBThe DOtD lads put on a country record and get ready to meet some new friends as we review Bryan Bertino’s “The Strangers”! We discuss the film’s titular antagonists, the potential differences between slashing and home invasion, and Nico falls asleep. Mama Mia! Spoilers. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dot...
EP 187 - The Jester (2023) - Your Favorite Flavor is Sold Out
February 19, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBThe DOtD lads suit up for the local Halloween festival as we review Colin Krawchuk’s “The Jester”! We discuss the film’s titular masked terror, its origins as a short film, and Nico hits the Griddy with an otherworldly entity on TiK Tok. Spoilers in the top hat. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 186 - My Bloody Valentine - Justin Goes Kart-Riding
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThe DOtD lads get down and dirty in a mine as we review George Mihalka’s “My Bloody Valentine”! We discuss the film’s rule-abiding killer, its lugubrious love triangle, and how a local town wasted 50 grand trying to help the film crew. Spoilers in a box of chocolates. ROCK AND STONE, BROTHERS Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https:...
EP 185 - Talk To Me - Ten Toes Down Under
February 05, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBThe DOtD blokes spend some time in Adelaide and review Danny and Michael Philippou’s “Talk To Me”! We discuss whether the spirits are what they appear to be, what really constitutes a curse, and Justin really doesn’t like grief. Good grief, Justin Brown. (Get it? Because he is!) Spoilers in the plasma. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instag...
EP 184 - The Return of the Living Dead - Sex, Zombies, and Rock n’ Roll
January 29, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBThe DOtD band unleashes their inner punk as they Dan O’Bannon’s “The Return of the Living dead”. We discuss how fun this movie is, its legacy, and we put some RESPECK on Dan O’Bannon’s name. Spoilers in the terribly-built container. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 183 - Sharktopus - Kills, Gills, & Thrills
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThe DOtD science class dives into the big blue ocean as we review Declan O’Brien’s “Sharktopus”! We talk about the film’s less than immaculate visuals, the fact that it is very self aware, and we lose all of our brain cells debating deep scientific facts. Alexa, play “Sharkpacito”. Spoilers in the semi-yacht. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror ...
EP 182 - The Last Dream of Detective Coleman - Lock Your Doors
January 15, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBThe DOtD detectives dig into some case files as we review Paul Austin Bailey and Philip W. Bailey’s “The Last Dream of Detective Coleman”! We talk about the film’s bangin’ soundtrack, its thematic depth, and Nico gushes (uwu) on Justin’s parade. Wow. Spoilers in the birthday cake. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instag...
EP 181 - The Red Queen Kills Seven Times - Just Get A New Painting
January 08, 2024 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBThe DOtD lads form a short-lived fashion firm as we review Emilio Miraglia’s “The Red Queen Kills Seven Times”! We talk through the film’s interesting camera work, its absolutely labyrinthine plot, and we [pushes up glasses] savagely destroy an old man’s plan. Spoilers in the will, next year. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https:...
EP 180 - New Year’s Evil - Bad Meets Evil
January 01, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThe DOtD phonathon welcomes you all to call in as we review Emmett Alston’s “New Year’s Evil”! We talk about the film’s less than inspiring villain, his seemingly unstoppable elevator manipulation no jutsu, and we argue about time zones. Spoilers at the punk show. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 179 - Red Snow - Season’s Bleedings
December 25, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBThe DOtD lads gather round the xmas tree and eat some advent chocolate as we review Sean Nichols Lynch’s “Red Snow”! We talk about the film’s usage of vampire mythos and its oft-debated “rules”, its balance of horror and comedy, and we question the film’s Misery-able ending. Spoilers are Haram. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: http...
EP 178 - The Night Sitter - Redditors Make the Best Neighbors
December 18, 2023 05:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe DOtD lads play Goldeneye and order pizza while our parents are out for the evening as we review John Rocco and Abiel Bruhn’s “The Night Sitter”! We talk about the film’s colorful presentation, its relation to the horror legend Dario Argento, and Nico reveals his special attack against his enemies. Spoilers on Craigslist. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.c...
EP 177 - Killer Klowns from Outer Space - Cotton Candy Cadavers
December 11, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBThe DOtD troupe performs in the big top as we review Stephen Chiodo’s “Killer Klowns from Outer Space”! We talk about the movie’s very silly presentation, its practical effects, and the sexual nature of popcorn. Whoops. Spoilers in the ball pit. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 176 - DOtD Horror Hangouts - House of Danger
December 04, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBThe DOtD millennials suffer through a painful housing economy as we play through “Choose Your Own Adventure: House of Danger”! We get the best ending in about 5 minutes, run into an utterly ridiculous venus flytrap, and somehow wind up back in the civil war. Whoops. Spoilers in the 3D projections. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: h...
EP 175 - Aliens - Game Over Man! Game Over!
November 27, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBThe DOtD space marines go out for another bug hunt as we review James Cameron’s “Aliens”. We discuss the film’s themes (read: motherhood), the merits of the special edition,and how it may not live up to its predecessor. Spoilers in the (surprisingly inconsistent) acid blood. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
EP 174 - Older Gods - Open the Door, Get on the Floor
November 20, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBThe DOtD guys form a cult as we review David A. Roberts’ “Older Gods”. We discuss the film’s straightforward approach to cosmic horror, marinate on the exposition-heavy lore dumps, and laugh at how this man is a really bad husband. Spoilers in the beautiful Welsh countryside. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...
EP 173 - Akira - TETSUOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
November 13, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThe DOtD dropouts rebel against the government as we review Katsuhiro Otomo’s “Akira”. We discuss the film’s massive cultural impact, how Akira = nukes, and the proper way to discipline students. Spoilers in the capsule. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 172 - The Smiling Man/Love Bites - Love Licks Too
November 06, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBThe DOtD pod presents another indie horror short double-feature as we review A.J. Briones’ “The Smiling Man” and Tel Benjamin and ZERO STRESS’ “Love Bites”. We talk about the remarkably calm protagonist in “The Smiling Man”, discuss tactics for dealing with its flour-coated antagonist, and fall in love with ZERO STRESS’ song. Spoilers in the red balloon #nopennywise. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/d...
EP 171 - 10/31 - YE CANNAE BREAK QUARANTINE, DONKEY
October 30, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBThe DOtD lads lift the sail on another Halloween as we review the spooky story anthology “10/31”. We discuss the film’s wild moments, how the soundtrack has some low key bangers, and Dan becomes a pirate. Spoilers in the flesh compressor. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 170 - 30 Days of Night - They Tried That in a Small Town
October 23, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBThe DOtD bobsled team goes up north as we review David Slade’s “30 Days of Night”. We talk through the film’s take on more brutal vampires, the vampire’s intricate (and somewhat unrealistic) plot to isolate the town, and how the vampires might not be the best at time management. Spoilers during sunrise. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instag...
EP 169 - 1408 - Fire Alarm! in the Dolphin
October 16, 2023 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBThe DOtD team provides some room service as we review Jan Mikael Håfström’s “1408”. We discuss the film’s Kingian protagonist, the movie’s effective use of essentially one room, and one particularly famous actor. Spoilers on the tape recorder. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 168 - Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter - Jimmy’s Got the Moves
October 09, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe DOtD scouts go camping once again as we review Joseph Zito’s “Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter”. We discuss the film’s familiar plot structure, how one of the cast members got hypothermia, and how they don’t make certain structures like they used to. Spoilers through the window. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.in...
EP 167 - 976-EVIL - Call DOtD for a Good Time
October 02, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBThe DOtD squad works a phone hotline as we review Robert Englund’s “976-EVIL”. We discuss the film’s bigtime 80’s vibes, its message that not all delinquents are bad, and Justin reminds Nico of the one time he sent a poorly timed text. Spoilers on the line. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 166 - Haunt (2019) - Bro its Like 5 v 1
September 25, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBThe DOtD lads decide to face down some rogue cosplayers as we review Scott Beck and Brian Woods’ “Haunt”. We discuss how the film flirts with slasher tropes, its potentially supernatural (not really) host of antagonists, and the merits of painting your house with oil. Spoilers in the Rube Goldberg machine. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Ins...
EP 166 - Pandorum - Resident Evil in a Spaceship
September 18, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBThe DOtD spacers wake up after 900 years and the first thing we decided to do was to review Christian Alvert’s “Pandorum”. We discuss the film’s titular affliction, its direct influence from Paul W.S. Anderson, and Dan is a downer about the ending. Spoilers in the hyperpods. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
EP 165 - Pandorum - Resident Evil in a Spaceship
September 18, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBThe DOtD spacers wake up after 900 years and the first thing we decided to do was to review Christian Alvert’s “Pandorum”. We discuss the film’s titular affliction, its direct influence from Paul W.S. Anderson, and Dan is a downer about the ending. Spoilers in the hyperpods. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
EP 165 - Tetsuo: The Iron Man - Let’s Rust the World
September 11, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBThe DOtD lads head to a machine shop as we review Shinya Tsukamoto’s “Tetsuo: The Iron Man”. We talk through the film’s influence and influences, its unique audiovisual presentation, and its fetish for metal (not the genre). Spoilers in the dick drill. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 164 - Tetsuo: The Iron Man - Let’s Rust the World
September 11, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBThe DOtD lads head to a machine shop as we review Shinya Tsukamoto’s “Tetsuo: The Iron Man”. We talk through the film’s influence and influences, its unique audiovisual presentation, and its fetish for metal (not the genre). Spoilers in the dick drill. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 163 - Smile - Hippocratic Nope
September 04, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBThe DOtD fellowship turns their frowns upside down as we review Parker Finn’s “Smile”. We discuss the film’s humble beginnings as a short, the surprise appearance of stretched-out Pete Davidson as its big bad, and Nico reaffirms his fight or flight instinct. Spoilers in the gasoline. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.ins...
EP 164 - Smile - Hippocratic Nope
September 04, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBThe DOtD fellowship turns their frowns upside down as we review Parker Finn’s “Smile”. We discuss the film’s humble beginnings as a short, the surprise appearance of stretched-out Pete Davidson as its big bad, and Nico reaffirms his fight or flight instinct. Spoilers in the gasoline. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.ins...
EP 162 - Mandy - Sex, Drugs, and Nick Cage
February 21, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBThe DOtD unleashes their legendary ocarina as they review Panos Cosmatos’s “Mandy”. We discuss how surreal and violent this movie is, its potential supernatural elements, and Nick Cage goes insane – once again – but not quite as insane as you might expect! Spoilers in the LSD. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram....
EP 163 - Mandy - Sex, Drugs, and Nick Cage
February 21, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBThe DOtD unleashes their legendary ocarina as they review Panos Cosmatos’s “Mandy”. We discuss how surreal and violent this movie is, its potential supernatural elements, and Nick Cage goes insane – once again – but not quite as insane as you might expect! Spoilers in the LSD. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram....
EP 161 - Bird Box - KA-KAAAAAAAA
February 13, 2023 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBThe DOtD squad teams up with some parrots as they review Susanne Bier’s “Bird Box”. We discuss the nature of the invisible creatures and their abilities, whether the film lived up to its hype, and we dance to some soca music. Spoilers behind the blindfold. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 160 - The Ritual - Short Cuts Make Long Delays
February 06, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBThe DOtD lads decide to go for a hike as they review David Bruckner‘s “The Ritual”. We discuss the film’s Nordic influences, how the film compares to other… survival… horror films, and its unnerving dream sequences. Spoilers in the liquor store. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 159 - RAWHEAD REX - Insert Your Own Dick Joke Here
January 30, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBThe DOtD cult brushes up on their fertility lore as they review George Pavlou’s “Rawhead Rex”. We discuss the 3deep5me Rawhead lore, any potential influence Clive Barker may have had on the film, and the lads have a very intellectual conversation about the phallic imagery throughout the film. Spoilers in the stained glass. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com...
EP 158 - Black Swan - Dance with the Devil
January 23, 2023 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBThe DOtD crew dances their way through their review of Darren Aronofsky’s “Black Swan”. We discuss the director’s infatuation with Perfect Blue, the lads have a debate as to whether the film is “horror”, and we recall that Thomas is pronounced Toe-maa. Spoilers in Swan Lake. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...
EP 157 - Baba Yaga (1973)- Titties, Hotties, and Unfortunately Nazis?
January 16, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBThe DOtD designers make our fashion magazine debut as they review Corrado Farina’s “Baba Yaga”! We discuss the film’s political commentary, its bombastic 70’s Italian aesthetic, and the turbo racist commercial. Spoilers in the BDSM doll. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 156 - Planet of the Vampires - You Can’t Hurt Me With Violence!
January 09, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBThe DOtD crew crash lands on an alien planet and decides to review Mario Bava’s “Planet of the Vampires”! We discuss the film’s surprising influence on Alien, where all the vampires went, and plastic rocks. Spoilers in a different vibrational dimension! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 155 - Panman - It's like Romeo and Juliet with Cookware
January 02, 2023 05:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe DOtD lads cook up some discussion as they review Tim Pelleri’s “Panman”! We discuss the film’s outrageous comedy, the SURPRISINGLY grandiose soundtrack, and Nico relives 6 year old trauma. Spoilers on the stove, next to the soup! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dotdhorror
EP 154 - Before I Wake - Sweet Dreams are Made of These
December 26, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBThe DOtD squad does like Dan, takes a nap, and dreams up a review for Mike Flanagan’s “Before I Wake”! We discuss the film’s horrific depiction of cancer, its sappy ending, and the lads ponder how Jessie got arrested for medication her doctor prescribed. Spoilers in the flap of a butterfly’s wings! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagram:...
EP 153 - A Christmas Horror Story - Trini Claus is Coming to Town
December 19, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBThe DOtD squad decks the halls as they get down with the Holiday spirit as they review (Grant Harvey, Steven Hoban, and Brett Sullivan’s) “A Christmas Horror Story”! We discuss the highs and lows of the film’s multiple stories, what possessed William Shatner to be in this movie, Justin channels his inner Santa. Spoilers on the radio show! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: ht...
EP 152 - Underworld: Evolution - This Movie is Souvlaking in the Fun Department
December 12, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBOur trio of monster hunters unlock each other’s latent childhood memories by drinking blood as we review Len Wiseman’s “Underworld: Evolution”! We talk about how the film lives up to the legacy of the first, the film’s various questionable plot choices, and we uncover some truly wild long lost vampire lore. Spoilers in the SECRET SUBTERRANEAN SARCOPHAGUS! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthat...
DOtD Meets: John William Worth (Author) and Dean Bradley (Narrator) of “A Town of Night”
December 09, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBThe DOtD squad heads up to Nocturne Hall as they interview John William Worth and Dean Bradley about the audiobook (and novel) “A Town of Night”! The lads speak with John and Dean about their favorite parts of the audiobook, the collaboration process of making it, and what advice they have for anyone trying to make an audiobook. No spoilers – but check out the audiobook! Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...