Dark Static

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Dark Static

Alex Schiffer

13 episodes

5 months ago

Alex and Zach explore the found footage and analog horror genre, and discuss everything from the classic films to stuff from the dark corners of the web. Each week they'll take a new film or web series, and dissect it the best they can, offering passionate and insightful conversations on the genre. Together, they will attempt to chronicle every piece of found footage and analog horror content out in the wild, from popular cinema, to the weird part of the internet.

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Film Reviews

TV & Film,

Film History

Episodes (13/13)

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013 - V/H/S: Viral

Alex and Zach explore the chaotic V/H/S: Viral (2014), the third installment in the V/H/S found footage horror anthology series. From skateboarding skeletons and dimension-hopping magicians to bizarre police chases, we break down each segment—Dante the Great, Parallel Monsters, and Bonestorm—and discuss what works, what flops, and how the film fits into the larger V/H/S universe. They explore the shift in tone compared to its predecessors, the impact of viral culture on horror, and why V/H/S: Viral remains one of the most divisive entries in the franchise.

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5 months ago

2 hours 36 minutes 8 seconds

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012 - V/H/S 2

In this episode, we dive deep into the chaotic brilliance of V/H/S/2 (2013), the second entry in the infamous found footage horror anthology series. From the cult nightmare “Safe Haven” to the undead perspective in “A Ride in the Park,” we break down each segment's strengths and scares. We also explore how V/H/S/2 elevates the format with tighter pacing, more ambitious storytelling, and some of the most unforgettable sequences in found footage horror. Grab your camcorder and join us for a fast-paced, blood-soaked analysis of one of the genre’s wildest sequels.

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6 months ago

2 hours 37 minutes 2 seconds

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011 - V/H/S

In this episode, Alex and Zach dive headfirst into the analog chaos of V/H/S — the found footage anthology that paved the way for some of our current crop of horror filmmakers. From haunted houses to glitchy killers, we break down each segment, explore the film’s raw DIY aesthetic, and talk about how V/H/S became a cult classic that spawned an entire franchise.

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7 months ago

2 hours 2 minutes 46 seconds

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010 - Mind Body Spirit

Alex and Zach review and discuss the 2024 found-footage gem "Mind Body Spirit," directed by Alex Henes and Matthew Merenda. With the growing trend of influencer horror, the hosts compare the film to other recent efforts and determine where it stands. They also discuss whether or not the found footage technique is allowed to be "dreamy," and whether or not it hurts the film's validity as a piece of found media.

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7 months ago

1 hour 52 minutes 27 seconds

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009 - Milk & Serial

Alex and Zach tackle the viral YouTube found Footage hit "Milk & Serial" directed by Curry Barker. They discuss the surprise overnight success, and the comedy duo's past filmmaking efforts. The hosts touch on YouTube as a platform for art and what the film potentially says about modern internet culture.

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8 months ago

2 hours 44 minutes 59 seconds

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008 - Blair Witch(2016)

In this episode of Dark Static, hosts Alex Schiffer and Zach delve into the 2016 horror film "Blair Witch," directed by Adam Wingard and written by Simon Barrett. They discuss the film's place within the Blair Witch franchise, its reception, and its impact on the found footage genre. The hosts also touch on the film's production challenges, the legacy of the original Blair Witch Project, and the controversy surrounding the compensation of the original actors. Join Alex and Zach as they explore the highs and lows of this divisive sequel and share their thoughts on its effectiveness as a horror film.

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1 year ago

1 hour 55 minutes 1 second

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007 - Late Night With The Devil

Alex and Zach discuss "Late Night With The Devil," the latest found footage horror film staring David Dastmalchian. This film has been getting a lot of critical acclaim for its performances and visual style, but it's also been heavily criticized for its use of generative AI.

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1 year ago

2 hours 38 minutes 15 seconds

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006 - The Blair Witch Project

It's time we talk about The Blair Witch Project, one of the most influential found footage movies of all time. Does that make it one of our personal favorites though? ON this episode we dive deep into the film's innovative marketing, its production, and what the Blair Witch universe means as a multimedia project.

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1 year ago

3 hours 5 minutes

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005 - The Outwaters

On this episode we cover the recent found footage nightmare from director Robbie Banfitch. This film has been polarizing for a lot of people, so we're going to really get into the all the specifics of this wild puzzle of a film.

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2 years ago

3 hours 4 minutes 14 seconds

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004 - Skinamarink

Our first episode covering a recent film. We're going to do a complete discussion and analysis on the viral sensation Skinamarink directed by Kyle Edward Ball. Could this be the first film in a new cinematic movement, or just an experimental exercise?

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2 years ago

1 hour 57 minutes 53 seconds

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003 - The Last Broadcast

This week we dive into The Last Broadcast, an early found footage film that feel through the cracks at first, but has reached cult status as an early pioneer of the genre. Does it's quality make it worth revisiting?

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2 years ago

49 minutes 12 seconds

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002 - The McPherson Tape/Alien Abduction: Incident in Lake County

It's a Dark Static double feature! This week we're covering both versions of the UFO found footage film: The McPherson Tape. We'll get into some of the background to how these movies first surfaced, and its exciting recent rerelease. Are these film dated, or are they early gems?

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2 years ago

59 minutes 6 seconds

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001 - Cannibal Holocaust

Our first episode! Here we will give you a brief introduction to who we are and why we've chosen such an odd sub-genre of media to obsess over. Our main subject though is Cannibal Holocaust, which is not only the first use of the found footage technique in cinema, but also one of the most controversial movies ever made. Many of you might already know the story behind the film, and the legal aftermath of its release, but what about the film itself? Here, Alex and Zach will talk about if Cannibal Holocaust is more than its controversy.

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2 years ago

1 hour 24 minutes 5 seconds