Don't Open that Door

The DOtD pod pulls out their VHS player as they review Hideo Nakata’s “Ringu”. The crew discusses the legacy of the movie, Sadako’s motivations, and some evil, yet polite, elves. Spoilers in the tape. 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...

The DOtD squad strikes back with another indie horror double as they review Colin Krawchuk’s “The Jester” and Matt Sears’ “The Sky”. The crew discusses “The Jester’s” terrifying antics, the creative visual direction of “The Sky”, and how they would face the end of the world. Spoilers in the cards. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook:...

The DOtD pod takes on their first series as they review Mike Flanagan’s “The Haunting of Bly Manor”. The crew discusses the series as a gothic horror, its misleading marketing, and the merits of the last two episodes. Spoilers in the lake. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://...

The DOtD squad feels a little lonely as they review Il Cho’s “#Alive”. The pod discusses the film’s wide range of emotions, use of social media, and Dan and Justin have a survival showdown. Spoilers in the fridge next door. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtD...

The DOtD squad hops in the mystery machine as they review Jim Stenstrum’s “Scooby Doo on Zombie Island”. The crew discusses the film’s darker tone, Scooby’s aggression, and Fred’s power ascot. Spoilers in the mystery machine. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DO...

The DOtD squad puts on their costumes as they review John Carpenter’s “Halloween”. The pod discusses Michael’s multiple appearances, the role of Dr. Loomis, and the film’s undying legacy. Spoilers behind the mask. 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...

The DOtD squad heads down to Texas to review Tobe Hooper’s “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre”. The pod discusses the real-life torture the actors went through on set, the film’s disturbing nature, and the many masks of Leatherface. Spoilers in the meat. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter...

In this week’s Horror Hangout, the DOtD trio de-mist-ifies the vampire genre. The squad talks about classic vampire lore, if the genre is still alive and well, and why Justin is the most likely to become a vampire. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror In...

The DOtD trio is summoned to Castle Dracula to review Terence Fisher’s “Horror of Dracula”. The pod clowns Harker for his decisions, highlights the differences between the film and the book, and Justin tutors the pod about horsepower. Spoilers in the coffin. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoo...

The DOtD pod gets together to discuss some of the favorite bits in possession movies. The squad discusses the genre’s religious influences, some of their favorite flicks, and what they would do with a possessed roommate. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHor...

The DOtD squad assembles once again to review Na Hong-Jin’s “The Wailing”. The group discusses the movie’s representation of faith, when/if certain characters were possessed, and how the group made a critical error while converting international currency. Spoilers in the Polaroid. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.faceb...

The DOtD trio step through the veil to discuss the spooktacular culture of Halloween! The squad discusses the origins of Halloween, the commercialization of the holiday, and what they typically do to celebrate. Spoilers in the candy if you somehow haven’t heard of Halloween before now. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www....

The DOtD squad saddles up as they review Tim Burton’s “Sleepy Hollow”. The group discusses the film’s stylized nature, mix of mystery and gothic horror, and how Katrina made Ichabod feel like twice the man. Spoilers in the tree. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com...

The DOtD pod gets together to discuss their personal brushes with the spirit world. Justin and Dan (finally) talk about their haunted house, and Nico remains a skeptic. 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

The DOtD pod falls for Bee as they review McG’s “The Babysitter”. The group discusses the film’s wholesome first half, Max’s life lessons, and what they would do in Cole’s situation.  Spoilers under the house. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror Instagr...

The DOtD crew get a bug’s eye view as they review David Cronenberg’s “The Fly”. The group discusses the film’s visceral body horror, rom-com beginning, and they have a chat about ligers. Spoilers in the transporter. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror I...

The DOtD pod jump into their diving suits as they discuss William Eubank’s “Underwater”. The group discusses the film’s surprise reveal, a possible cult conspiracy, and Justin leads a discussion about underwater philosophy. Spoilers below 1500 fathoms. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twit...

The DOtD crew teams up with the legendary Ish as they review Jeremy Gillespie and Steven Kostanski’s “The Void”. The group recap the spectacular practical effects, the lighting and atmosphere, and Ish details an amazing escape plan. Spoilers in the maternity ward. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopent...

The DOtD crew gears up for another indie double short as they review Andre’ Dixon’s “The Haunting of Pottersfield” and Brian F. Otting’s “It Came Nameless in Spring”. The pod discusses an amazing fight scene, worthwhile jumpscares, and Nico describes how he’d fight a ghost. Spoilers in the house. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: h...

The DOtD squad gathers around the campfire as they get ready for Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman’s “Ghost Stories”. The pod discusses the film’s score, the quasi-episodic nature of the stories, and Justin vents about the ending. Spoilers in the case file. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitt...

The DOtD goes hunting for Bigfoot as they discuss Bruce Wemple’s “Monstrous”. The pod discusses plot switcheroos, the duality of guilty and innocence, and battling a poisonous frog. Spoilers in the woods. 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...

The DOtD pod throws on some habits as they discuss Mariano Baino’s “Dark Waters”. The pod discusses a few of the film’s technical issues, elements of cosmic horror, and how someone managed to make love to an eldritch being. Spoilers in the eye of the beholder. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatd...

The DOtD squad gets together to discuss a question they probably should have answered a while ago -- what does horror mean to them? The pod discusses some of their favorite horror tropes, movies they don’t consider to be horror, and what genre of horror terrifies them the most.  Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

The DOtD squad throws a sleepover as they get ready to review Wes Craven’s “A Nightmare on Elm Street”. The pod discusses Freddy’s humanity, the mistreatment of Rod, and the blood fountain. Spoilers in your dreams. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoor Twitter: https://twitter.com/DOtDHorror In...

The DOtD squad solves the legendary puzzle box as they review Clive Barker’s “Hellraiser”. The pod discusses the morality of the characters, how Pinhead became the leader of the cenobytes, and a haunted playstation controller. Spoilers in the pain dimension. Like & Subscribe to keep updated on new episodes! Website: https://www.dotdhorror.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dontopenthatdoo...