Colors of the Dark

Episode 123 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films PASSENGER, BACKROOMS, IRON LUNG, SICK PUPPY, SMOTHERED, THE BRIDE. The hosts then list their most anticipated upcoming horrors of the summer. 

Episode 122 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films OBSESSION, BUFFET INFINITY, KINKI, SACCHARINE, BLOOD & RUST, as well as shows IF WISHES COULD KILL, WIDOWS BAY, THE TERROR & Season 2 of THE CHESTNUTMAN. The hosts are then joined by novelist Michael Wehunt (Greener pastures, The October Film Haunt) to discuss his style and influences as well as his upcoming novel NIGHT JARS which is being called "Memento meets Dracula"

Episode 121 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films HOKUM, APEX, THEY WILL KILL YOU, FORBIDDEN FRUITS, AFFECTION, OVER YOUR DEAD BODY & new show WIDOWS BAY.In anticipation of the upcoming film OBSESSION we countdown our 10 favorite horror films about Obsession. 

Episode 117 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THRASH, LEE CRONINS THE MUMMY, THE DEEP DARK, MARAMA, FRANKIE MANIAC WOMAN, THE SERPENT'S SKIN, TOUCH ME & CAPTURE.To celebrate the 50th anniversary the duo countdown their top ten horrors of the year 1976. 

Episode 116 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films EXIT 8, SOMETHING BAD IS GOING TO HAPPEN, DETECTIVE HOLE, PRETTY LETHAL, SEND HELP, 1000 WOMEN OF HORROR & DOLLY. The duo are then joined by Director Daniel Goldfaber to discuss his new reinvention of the controversial video nasty FACES OF DEATH.

Episode 118 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss READY OR NOT 2, SCREAM 7, HALLOW ROAD, THE CHESTNUT MAN, MERMAID, TOUCH ME, ANACONDA, DO NOT ENTER, The Degenerate: The life and times of Andy Milligan & VideoHeaven. The duo then discuss the true crimes behind THE LAST SACRIFICE and list some streaming horror recs! 

Episode 114 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah return to discuss new films UNDERTONE, PRIMATE,  PSYCHO KILLER, SEND HELP, THE STRANGERS Chapter 3, YOUR MONSTER, THE ASTRONAUT & COLD STORAGE. The duo are then joined by New York Times bestselling author Daniel Kraus (Whalefall) to discuss his new book- Partially Devoured. How Night of the Living Dead Saved My Life and Changed the World. Romero heads listen up!

While Colors of the Dark is on break, bonus show Deep Cuts is back with another round of wild, weird, and wonderful cinema. This episode serves up a diverse mix of pure what-the-heckery, including lost 1980s gems (with some SOV), recent found-footage discoveries, Jess Franco, and another Soviet-era deep cut.

Hope you’re all staying toasty and safe during this extreme winter weather! We’re here to keep you warm with another dose of deep cuts. While the main show is on break, we’re covering plenty of new releases over here, including Bone Temple, Primate, The Beauty, and more. We also dive into a ’70s giallo, pinky films, a wild documentary, forgotten Dean Koontz, and 1990s Soviet vampires.

This week’s episode has a little something for everyone. We cover several brand-new films that didn’t make our top 10 list but that we were able to catch this past week. Then we dive into made-for-TV witches, 1970s ghosts, 2009 direct-to-video fare, and one hell of a Hellraiser mock-buster. Additionally, we cover a legendary horror graphic novel that we had been dying to read for quite a while.I believe I had watched:Web of the SpiderFreaky TalesThe Steam ExperimentVash Level 2Spirit (hellraiser mock buster)

Episode 113 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss their Ten most anticipated horror films / books/ TV of 2026. The duo are then joined by the prolific filmmaking family, The Adams! John, Toby and Zelda discuss their upcoming Shudder release 'The Mother of Flies' and their deeply personal method of filmmaking- its an inspiring conversation for any Indie filmmakers. 

Episode 112 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDYS 2, IN OUR BLOOD, INFLUENCER(S), THE OCCUPANT OF THE ROOM, BUGONIA, VASH LEVEL 2 & DUST BUNNY. The duo then countdown their Top Ten Horror Films of 2025 as well as their favorite other horror books, graphic novels & tv.

Episode 111 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films KEEPER, QUEENS OF THE DEAD, DREAM EATER, MAN FINDS TAPE, REFLECTIONS IN A DEAD DIAMOND & THE THINGS YOU KILL.The duo then countdown each of their Top Ten favorite horror "deep Cut" discoveries from their year of watching the forgotten, overlooked or under-discussed horror gems. 

On a very special bonus episode presented by Fangoria we are joined by Princess Weekes and Marc Benardin Co-hosts of The Official IT: Welcome to Derry Podcast which takes fans behind the scenes of the new HBO Original series IT: Welcome to Derry. We discuss their origins with Kings source material, various adaptations of IT and the current HBO Series. 

Episode 110 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE RUNNING MAN, BLACK PHONE 2, FRANKENSTEIN, KILLING FAITH, DIE MY LOVE, THE BELDHAM, SEW TORN, DEAD OF WINTER, THE BURNING GIRLS & THE ASTRONAUT.The duo then discuss some of their favorite & lesser known Folk Horror films. 

Episode 109 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films MATCH, PITFALL, GOOD BOY, COYOTES, CHAIN REACTIONS, THE ICE TOWER & the remake of THE HAND THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE. The duo then list some of their favorite lesser known Found Footage films for the Halloween season. 

Episode 108 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films V/H/S/HALLOWEEN, BUGONIA, HIM, THE STRANGERS- Chapter 2, THE WOMAN IN CABIN 10, VICIOUS, THE RED MASK, REDUX REDUX.The duo are then joined by filmmakers RH Norman & Micheline Pitt to discuss their remarkable anthology entry into the Latest VHS film 'Home Haunt' as well as some of their favorite seasonal traditions.

Episode 107 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films BONELAKE, WITCHBOARD, BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL, BEAST OF WAR, TAKEOUT,  SHADOWS OF WILLOW CABIN & HEARTS OF DARKNESS: The Making of the Final Friday, The duo are then joined by filmmaker Michael Varrati (There's a Zombie Outside) to discuss his film, directing the Fango Chainsaw awards and his favorite BATsploitation film

Episode 106 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE CONJURING: LAST RITES, THE LONG WALK, TRAUMATIKA, PRIMITIVE WAR, NIGHT OF THE REAPER, TAKE FROM ME.The duo are then joined by filmmaker Steven Kostanski (Psycho Goreman) to discuss his new reboot of DEATHSTALKER, his love of handmade creatures and the greatness of the Phantasm series! 

Episode 105 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films JAWS 3D, I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER, THE HOME, WHISPER OF THE WITCH, SOMNIUM & THE DROWNED. The duo are joined by writer Clark Collis to discuss his new book SCREAMING AND CONJURING and the fscinating boom period of horror that his book charts.

Episode 104 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films ALIEN: EARTH, JIMMY & STIGGS, THE OCCUPANT, ABRAHAM'S BOYS, LILY LIVES ALONE plus books and video games. The duo are joined by producer JD Lifshitz (Weapons, Barbarian) to discuss “Literary Horror”, films that feel like they were based on books but were not. 

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. 

Episode 102 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new filmsCLOWN 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 summer. 

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 CORNFIELDThe 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" 

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.

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! 

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. 

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, working with your heroes and making the transition from an actor to a film director. 

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! 

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. 

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, a dark LA horror noir and his writing process and influences from his prolific career.

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! 

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! 

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.

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. 

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.

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 film AZRAEL. 

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. 

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 & SERIALThe Duo then countdown 10 of their favorite Back to school horror films. 

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. 

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 their favorite VHS covers  and recommend some deep cut 80's films for the crowd. 

Episode 84 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films TRAP, THE VOURDALAK, RED ROOMS as well as the many films Elric saw at the Fantasia Film Festival including CUCKOO & HELL HOLE.The Duo are then joined by guests Filmmakers Brea Grant & Chelsea Stardust to discuss their new Horror Anthology project and the DIY spirit that inspired it. This is a true "how to" get started and just do it conversation for aspiring filmmakers and horror fans alike.  

Episode 83 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films LONGLEGS, EXHUMA, Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person, Thine ears shall Bleed, In a Violent Nature, Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2. The Duo then discuss Serial Killer film recs that fall outside the traditional canon. No Thomas Harris or Fincher here, these are some of the deep cuts we enjoy or saw shades of influence in Longlegs.

Episode 82 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films MAXXXINE, A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE, THE WATCHERS, HANDLING THE UNDEAD, WHAT YOU WISH FOR, THE DEVIL'S BATH & ODDITY.The Duo are then joined by Editor in Chief of Fangoria, Phil Nobile Jr to discuss the Chainsaw awards, his origins and a Maxxxine inspired conversation about sleazy 80's gems from Angel and Vice squad to DePalma and some deeper sleazier cuts. 

Episode 81 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films DON"T LOOK AWAY, CHIME, NIGHTWATCH: DEMONS ARE FOREVER as well as retro films GRAVE ROBBERS and THE BOOGENS. The Duo then countdown 10 DEEP CUT horror streaming recommendations each for you to watch this summer. 

Episode 80 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films TAROT, THE COFFEE TABLE, MIND BODY SPIRIT, THE STRANGERS: Chapter 1, THE LAST STOP IN YUMA COUNTY & IN A VIOLENT NATURE as well as Book & TV recs. The Duo then pay tribute to the legendary Filmmaker Roger Corman who passed away this week, by drafting Ten of their favorite Corman produced films and discussing the industry changing impact of Cormans career. 

Episode 79 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL, INFESTED, LOWLIFES, I SAW THE TV GLOW, THE STRANGER, HUMANE, CRAM, RE/MEMBER & the wild Netflix series BABY REINDEER. The Duo are then joined by Author Paul Tremblay (A Head Full of Ghosts, The Cabin at the End of the World) to discuss his new novel - HORROR MOVIE, its inspirations, making independent horror films and writing horror. 

Episode 78 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE FIRST OMEN, IMAGINARY, CIVIL WAR, ARCADIAN, INFESTED,  ALL YOU NEED IS DEATH & ABIGAIL!The Duo then draft their Top Ten favorite Religious Horror films. 

Episode 77 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE, STING, BLACKOUT, BAGHEAD, LORD OF MISRULE & series THE SWARM.The Duo are then joined by Vincenzo Natali, Director of CUBE, SPLICE, IN THE TALL GRASS & many more to discuss his career, sci-fi Horror & passion for Graphic novels. 

Episode 76 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films IMMACULATE, LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL, THE CAMP HOST, YOU'LL NEVER FIND ME, YOU SHOULDN"T HAVE LET ME IN, DEATH RIDER IN THE HOUSE OF VAMPIRES & RIDDLE OF FIRE.The Duo are then joined by Heather Wixson & Patrick Bromley the co-writers of the new book IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: The Definitive Look at 80's horror. They discuss adapting the book from the popular documentary & countdown their 5 80's horror films that made them the horror fans they are today.