Colors of the Dark
FANGORIA has teamed up with some of the leading horror genre experts to bring you COLORS OF THE DARK. Join hosts Dr. Rebekah McKendry (professor, Fangoria, writer-director) and Elric Kane (professor, Pure Cinema Podcast, filmmaker) as they take a deep look at the horror genre. Each show explores a specific part of horror history, key players, franchises, deep cut titles, important films, and interviews with some of the genres’ biggest icons. COLORS OF THE DARK PODCAST is presented by the FANGORIA Podcast Network.
Episodes
August 8, 2025 • 67 mins
Episode 103 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films WEAPONS, TOGETHER, DESCENDENT, MONSTER ISLAND & Series UNTAMED, FALLOUT & DEXTER: RESURRECTION.
The duo then discuss horror facts and delve into what differentiates LOVECRAFT from LOVECRAFTIAN.
The duo then discuss horror facts and delve into what differentiates LOVECRAFT from LOVECRAFTIAN.
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May 16, 2025 • 92 mins
Episode 102 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films
CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, THE UGLY STEPSISTER, DANGEROUS ANIMALS, THE SURFER, FEAR BELOW, A DESERT & upcoming novel THE OCTOBER FILM HAUNT.
The duo are then joined by Matthew Scott Kane to discuss the Satanic Panic and how it inspired his peacock series HYSTERIA!
And the hosts close out the episode with their Horror recs for su...
CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, THE UGLY STEPSISTER, DANGEROUS ANIMALS, THE SURFER, FEAR BELOW, A DESERT & upcoming novel THE OCTOBER FILM HAUNT.
The duo are then joined by Matthew Scott Kane to discuss the Satanic Panic and how it inspired his peacock series HYSTERIA!
And the hosts close out the episode with their Horror recs for su...
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May 2, 2025 • 70 mins
Episode 101 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SINNERS, THE SHROUDS, IT FEEDS, POSSESSION: KERASUKAN, MARSHMALLOW, HELL OF A SUMMER, GOOSEBUMPS: THE VANISHING & CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD
The duo then dive into their new show format with new segments filled with horror history and recommendations as well as a discussion on the current "Clown Wave"
The duo then dive into their new show format with new segments filled with horror history and recommendations as well as a discussion on the current "Clown Wave"
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April 18, 2025 • 77 mins
Episode 100 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films DROP, DEAD TALENTS SOCIETY, GAZER, POPEYE THE SLAYER MAN & PSYCHO THERAPY.
We then talk to Director David F. Sandberg about adapting video games and practical FX In his gory new film UNTIL DAWN.
We then talk to Director David F. Sandberg about adapting video games and practical FX In his gory new film UNTIL DAWN.
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April 4, 2025 • 81 mins
Episode 99 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE WOMAN IN THE YARD, LOCKED, OPUS, INVADER, FREWAKA, CANNIBAL MUKBANG and JIMMY & STIGGS.
We then talk to Writer /Director Alex Scharfman about his debut feature DEATH OF A UNICORN which leads to wild Unicorn lore, Creature features and working with comedy legends!
We then talk to Writer /Director Alex Scharfman about his debut feature DEATH OF A UNICORN which leads to wild Unicorn lore, Creature features and working with comedy legends!
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March 21, 2025 • 104 mins
Episode 98 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films ASH, BORDERLINE, CONTROL FREAK, FIGHT OR FLIGHT, CHAOS:THE MANSON MURDERS & HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS.
The duo then return to the films of the 2000's to nominate deserving candidates for Horror Oscars, the films the Oscars overlooked.
The duo then return to the films of the 2000's to nominate deserving candidates for Horror Oscars, the films the Oscars overlooked.
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March 7, 2025 • 114 mins
Episode 97 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE MONKEY, THE GORGE, BLOAT, PRESENCE, KING TIDE, THE CALENDAR KILLER & DO NOT DISTURB.
The duo are then joined by James Ashcroft, Director of COMING HOME IN THE DARK and the new Shudder release THE RULE OF JENNY PEN (as well as being one of Elrics oldest friends!). They discuss the dark power struggle at the heart of his new film, work...
The duo are then joined by James Ashcroft, Director of COMING HOME IN THE DARK and the new Shudder release THE RULE OF JENNY PEN (as well as being one of Elrics oldest friends!). They discuss the dark power struggle at the heart of his new film, work...
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February 7, 2025 • 70 mins
Episode 96 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films HEART EYES, WEREWOLVES, THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE, DARK MATCH, THE SOUL EATER and Elrics THE DEAD THING.
The duo are then joined by JOSH RUBEN, the director of HEART EYES to discuss Rom Coms, slashers and creating a new icon for Valentines Day!
The duo are then joined by JOSH RUBEN, the director of HEART EYES to discuss Rom Coms, slashers and creating a new icon for Valentines Day!
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January 24, 2025 • 90 mins
Episode 95 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films WOLF MAN, COMPANION, GRAFTED, THE DAMNED LAST STRAW, THE CALENDAR KILLER, #MissingCouple
The duo are then joined by the writer-Director of COMPANION Drew Hancock to discuss his twisty new film as well as some favorite single location horror movies.
The duo are then joined by the writer-Director of COMPANION Drew Hancock to discuss his twisty new film as well as some favorite single location horror movies.
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January 10, 2025 • 87 mins
Episode 94 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah return for the first show of the new year! They discuss new films NOSFERATU, YULE LOG 2 and shows MISSING YOU & THE CREEP TAPES. They then highlight 5 horror films each they are most anticipating in 2025.
The duo are then thrilled to be joined by one of their favorite authors, Ronald Malfi (Come with Me, Bone White) to discuss his latest book, SENSELESS, ...
The duo are then thrilled to be joined by one of their favorite authors, Ronald Malfi (Come with Me, Bone White) to discuss his latest book, SENSELESS, ...
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December 13, 2024 • 144 mins
Episode 93 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah wrap up the year with a countdown of their TOP TEN Horror Films (& shows) of 2024 as well as a list of their 10 favorite Misc horrors including books, graphic novels and more. It’s an epic season finale for a great year in horror!
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November 29, 2024 • 120 mins
Episode 92 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films from the Saskatoon Fantastic Film Fest - 7 KEYS, KRAZY HOUSE, BIRDEATER, SOLVENT & DEAD TALENTS SOCIETY & new releases WHAT HAPPENED TO DOROTHY BELL? and SLEEP.
The hosts are then joined by Author Daniel Kraus (Whalefall) to discuss their 5 Favorite Deep Cut horror film discoveries of the year!
The hosts are then joined by Author Daniel Kraus (Whalefall) to discuss their 5 Favorite Deep Cut horror film discoveries of the year!
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November 15, 2024 • 105 mins
Episode 91 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films HERETIC, THE DEVIL’S BATH, MR. CROCKET, A DIFFERENT MAN, TIME CUT, DRIVE BACK, BEEZEL & more.
The hosts are then joined by Author Adam Cesare (Clown in a Cornfield) to draft a list of their 10 Scariest Clown films.
The hosts are then joined by Author Adam Cesare (Clown in a Cornfield) to draft a list of their 10 Scariest Clown films.
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November 1, 2024 • 78 mins
Episode 90 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SMILE 2, MADS, DON’T MOVE, BLACK EYED SUSAN, OLD WOUNDS, A DESERT, STRANGE HARVEST, STRANGE DARLING and recap their Halloween seasons from film fests to neighborhood haunts.
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October 18, 2024 • 121 mins
Episode 89 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SALEM'S LOT, IT'S WHAT'S INSIDE, CLOUD, CHIME, HERESY, CADDO LAKE, DADDY'S HEAD & LITTLE BITES. The Duo are then joined by Screenwriter Ian McDonald to discuss his work on the excellent new film WOMAN OF THE HOUR. They are then joined by TERROR VISIONS Brad Henderson and his 5 Deep Cut picks for the spooky season.
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October 4, 2024 • 89 mins
Episode 88 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss their Fantastic Fest experience and some of the films they saw there including THE RULE OF JENNY PENN, TERRIFIER 3, V/H/S BEYOND, ICK, THE SPIRIT OF HALLOWEENTOWN, STRANGE HARVEST: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire and new films THE SUBSTANCE & BLINK TWICE.
The Duo are then joined by Filmmaker E.L. KATZ (Cheap Thrills) to discuss his intense new ...
The Duo are then joined by Filmmaker E.L. KATZ (Cheap Thrills) to discuss his intense new ...
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September 20, 2024 • 68 mins
Episode 87 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SPEAK NO EVIL, BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE, THE DEMON DISORDER, THE DAEMON, THE DELIVERANCE, TERROR TUESDAY: EXTREME, BOOGER & DEATH RIDER IN THE HOUSE OF VAMPIRES.
The Duo then discuss some of their most anticipated films from the upcoming FANTASTIC FEST & BEYOND FEST lineups.
The Duo then discuss some of their most anticipated films from the upcoming FANTASTIC FEST & BEYOND FEST lineups.
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September 6, 2024 • 86 mins
Episode 86 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss FRIGHTFEST films STRANGE DARLING, THE SUBSTANCE, SHELBY OAKS, DEAD MAIL, AZRAEL, THINGS WILL BE DIFFERENT as well as new films OUT COME THE WOLVES, DOCTOR JEKYLL, HOSTILE DIMENSIONS, WE ARE ZOMBIES, ODDITY, NEW LIFE & the youtube surprise MILK & SERIAL
The Duo then countdown 10 of their favorite Back to school horror films.
The Duo then countdown 10 of their favorite Back to school horror films.
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August 23, 2024 • 90 mins
While Elric is off at Fright Fest in London, Bekah is joined by RLJE’s Chief Acquisitions Officer Mark Ward and writer/director Brea Grant. Together they discuss recent films CUCKOO, ALIEN ROMULUS, and SKINCARE. Then they dive into their favorite horror book recommendations specifically focusing on lesser-know ones horror fans may have missed.
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August 16, 2024 • 88 mins
On this special bonus episode from our live show at the Fantasia International Film festival in Montreal, Elric is joined by guest co-host, author Heidi Honeycutt ( I Spit on your Celluloid), and they are joined by Director Chuck Russell (The Blob, NOES 3, The Mask) to discuss his career in fantasy and horror filmmaking, as well as his new film, a re-imaging of the classic WITCHBOARD!
The hosts then discuss some of ...
The hosts then discuss some of ...
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