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Warning: Some movie spoilers ahead. Better late than never, right? After a hectic 2024 and early 2025, the Grave Discussions trio-officially joined by none other than The Caretaker-finally returns from their putrid crypts to discuss their Top 10 Horror Films of 2024! Notoriously challenging to rank, 2024 was arguably the highest-quality year for horror in quite some time, offering some of the genre's most unique movies and incredible performances (especially from the lead female actors). Tune in now to hear the terrifying triumvirate run down their lists... If you dare! Related Episodes: Episode 108 – Terrorizing Top 5 of 2023 Episode 103 – 2022: A Fangtastic Year for Fear Episode 100 – Top 10 Terrors of 2021 Episode 98 – 2020: The Best of a Bad Year Episode 88 – 2019: The Year’s Best Fears

Barnabas and Samael return from Hell to cover one of 2024's most divisive and popular horror films, Longlegs! Following one of the most successful marketing campaigns in recent genre history, Osgood Perkins's investigative supernatural thriller quickly became Neon's most successful theatrical release, leading many to wonder... "Is Longlegs actually any good?" Your favorite devilish duo introduces a surprising third official host into the mix to break down the movie's deliciously evil plot, Nicolas Cage's hilariously unforeseen octave range, and so much more! Warning: Spoilers for Longlegs ahead. Check out Barnabas's review of Longlegs on TikTok! Missed any previous episodes of Grave Discussions? Find them in the Episode Archive!

The year is nearly over, and the horror genre is as strong as ever, suggesting another stellar "Best Films" list from the graveyard ghouls, Barnabas and Samael! With 2023 nearly over, the hellions of horror return to the podcasting sphere with the annual lists of their favorite genre films of the year. From the good and bad of classic franchises to some ambitious original features, tune in to hear your favorite fanged hosts run down the best horror films of the year—some of their choices may shock you! Warning: Some movie spoilers ahead. Check out Barnabas's Best Horror Films of 2023 list on Defacto Film Reviews.

Gravers! Summon Barnabas and Samael from the Naturom Demonto to hear their long-awaited review of Evil Dead Rise. These devilish Deadites hit the airwaves to discuss the newest entry into the beloved Evil Dead franchise, including their thoughts on Alyssa Sutherland's performance as the "Maggot Mommy," the film's themes and characters, the gore, and so much more. Listen now, or we'll SWALLOW YOUR SOUL!P.S. Apologies in advance for Barnabas's poor audio quality... He just moved to an echo chamber, a.k.a. a new apartment! We are working on remedying this issue for the next recording. Warning: Evil Dead Rise spoilers ahead.Movies Covered:Evil Dead Rise

Welcome to 2023 and, with it, the most polarizing horror movie in quite some time. Barnabas and Samael enter the new year of fear with a deliciously eerie discussion about the debut arthouse flick that has everybody talking: Skinamarink. Listen closely as the terrifying twosome navigate the film's nightmarish hallways, minimalistic cinematography, monochromatic visuals, and much more. Also, the fan-favorite Cult Corner returns with a look at an underrepresented '80s slasher from Mexico, Cemetery of Terror.Warning: Spoilers for Cemetery of Terror and Skinamarink ahead.Movies Covered:Cemetery of Terror Skinamarink

Happy Halloween, gravers! Barnabas and Samael return from beyond the grave to present you with Episode 102, Tapes and Shapes. In this episode, the gruesome twosome host a Double Feature discussion, sharing their tormented thoughts about two October releases that have the horror community talking: V/H/S/99 and Halloween Ends. Tune in to hear about the hosts' infatuation with the new V/H/S franchise mascot and their takes on the controversial finale of David Gordon Green's Halloween trilogy. There are no tricks, just treats in this long-anticipated return episode.Warning: Spoilers for V/H/S/99 and Halloween Ends ahead.Main Segment (Movies)V/H/S/99 Halloween Ends

If 2020 felt like a blur, 2021 just barely slowed down and still managed to t-bone your car. Despite everything going on in the world, the horror genre–once again–persisted, providing some incredible entertainment. As is the annual tradition, Barnabas and Samael claw their way out from their fetid crypts to share their Top 10 Horror Films of 2021. The (g)hosts also reflect back on the year of horror as a whole, highlighting trends, other projects, and much more. If that isn't enough, Grave Discussions celebrates its 100th episode! Listen closely, gravers, for a special announcement regarding the show's milestone—and thank you for your support!

What a year... but it's finally over! 2020 played host to real scenarios much more frightening to regular people than any ghouls or goblins in horror cinema, but the genre persisted and delivered plenty of quality films to enjoy in the comfort of our homes. Despite the blockbuster delays, the halted productions, and the exorbitant "theater at home" rental costs, horror was as productive as ever this year, especially in the realm of indie content, which saw an incredible boom–as such, there's no shortage of films to craft a top 10 list from. Your terrifying twosome, Barnabas and Samael, take to their final episode of a tumultuous year to discuss their personal top 10 lists, as well as some other exciting topics concerning 2020 horror.

There has been no shortage of original and adapted works in the horror genre capitalizing on the #MeToo movement, but Leigh Whannell's interpretation of "The Invisible Man" may end up being one of the defining entries. Altering the formula of the original film, this Universal Monster takes the form of a controlling, abusive boyfriend who finds a way to go invisible - and uses it to torment his former flame. Though it is a departure, this fresh take on the property has been getting critical acclaim, and in this episode, Barnabas and Samael reveal their true colors and submit an exclusive review. Does "The Invisible Man" hide behind its star power and lavish production value, or will it show up and become a modern horror classic? Don't be afraid... tune in now to find out!

Stories tend to live on. Since the advent of cinema, novels and shorter-form stories have been adapted to the silver screen and altered in various ways. Famous tales like "Hansel and Gretel" and "The Turn of the Screw" have seen more cinematic adaptations than a person could count on one hand, but the more diluted and frequent the movies become, the more people appear to lose interest - and the higher their standards. In light of recent failures at the box office, like The Turning, Barnabas and Samael examine the phenomenon of revitalizing these all-too-familiar narratives for the modern age, and whether or not it's time to simply hang them up and look for new stories to tell.

After more than 20 years, Richard Stanley returns to the horror director's seat with "Color Out of Space," the phantasmagoric adaptation of a classic H.P. Lovecraft story! Led by a gonzo Nicolas Cage, Stanley's comeback feature challenges our perception of reality, time, and... alpacas? You read that correctly. Following a successful limited release, Barnabas and Samael break down the sci-fi horror offering and try and keep their own sanity while discussing strange alien meteorites and colors that aren't mean to be recognized by the human eye. Does "Color Out of Space" amaze or simply belong at the bottom of the Gardener well? Tune in now to find out!

Pack away the glitter and put on your flippers, Kristen Stewart returns to the horror spotlight in the new aquatic creature feature "Underwater"! After their subterranean laboratory suffers tectonic damage, a group of researchers discovers more than they bargained for on the ocean floor. With hints of "The Descent" and "Deep Star Six", can the next blockbuster horror film of 2020 go wrong, or will it simply sink to the bottom of the bargain pile? In this new episode, Barnabas and Samael review the newest effort by director William Eubank, all the while trying to stay afloat. Tune in now, or risk more water puns flooding your conscience!