Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud Friday Wrap: The Bone Temple, The Traitors, Dragon's Den patty controversy
Jan 16, 2026
Join actor and comedian Marlon Palmer, culture critic Roxana Hadadi, and CBC reporter Jackson Weaver as they dive into the horror of '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,' discussing its cult themes and the zombie genre evolution. They explore the allure of 'The Traitors,' dissecting its mechanics and the chaotic energy of Michael Rapaport. The conversation heats up around a controversial exchange on CBC’s 'Dragons' Den,' tackling issues of classism and cultural pricing in food. Tune in for their sharp critiques and intriguing recommendations!
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Director Reframes The Franchise
- Nia DaCosta reshapes the 28 Years Later world by shifting tone and focus away from the previous film's style.
- The Bone Temple foregrounds cult manipulation and the loss of agency as central zombie-era concerns.
Snowed Out Of The Premiere
- Marlon Palmer missed seeing The Bone Temple in theaters because heavy snow trapped him and disabled his car.
- He instead watched earlier franchise films at home, accidentally seeing 28 Years Later labeled as The Bone Temple on illegal IPTV.
Zombies As Human-Behavior Mirrors
- Zombies endure because they map onto questions about human nature and societal collapse.
- The genre persists when it reveals who keeps their humanity and who exploits collapse for power.