The Babadook (Directed by Jennifer Kent) – Dook Dook Dook

The hosts discuss their initial reactions to The Babadook, its impact, and Halloween theme. They explore the film's impact on modern horror, Australian Horror Films, repressed trauma, and the queer icon. They speculate on the unconventional ending and discuss tension, trauma, and repressed grief. They also address the community reaction, discuss a different movie and its director's style, and reflect on the effects of technology on social development.