

Colors of the Dark
FANGORIA Podcast Network
FANGORIA has teamed up with some of the leading horror genre experts to bring you COLORS OF THE DARK. Join hosts Dr. Rebekah McKendry (professor, Fangoria, writer-director) and Elric Kane (professor, Pure Cinema Podcast, filmmaker) as they take a deep look at the horror genre. Each show explores a specific part of horror history, key players, franchises, deep cut titles, important films, and interviews with some of the genres’ biggest icons. COLORS OF THE DARK PODCAST is presented by the FANGORIA Podcast Network.
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Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 28min
S3 Ep94: New Year, New Horror
Episode 94 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah return for the first show of the new year! They discuss new films NOSFERATU, YULE LOG 2 and shows MISSING YOU & THE CREEP TAPES. They then highlight 5 horror films each they are most anticipating in 2025.
The duo are then thrilled to be joined by one of their favorite authors, Ronald Malfi (Come with Me, Bone White) to discuss his latest book, SENSELESS, a dark LA horror noir and his writing process and influences from his prolific career.

Dec 13, 2024 • 2h 25min
S3 Ep93: Top Ten Horrors of the year!
The hosts celebrate a fantastic year in horror with a countdown of their top ten films and shows, sharing personal stories and humor. They explore evolving trends like mushroom horror and time loops, while analyzing political themes and the unexpected success of theatrical releases. Noteworthy films like 'Speak No Evil' offer dark comedy, and lesser-known gems delve into eerie myths. They also discuss the significance of horror literature, graphic novels, and the cultural impact of video games, reflecting on a diverse range of storytelling this year.

Nov 29, 2024 • 2h 1min
S3 Ep92: Horror Discoveries of the Year!
Episode 92 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films from the Saskatoon Fantastic Film Fest - 7 KEYS, KRAZY HOUSE, BIRDEATER, SOLVENT & DEAD TALENTS SOCIETY & new releases WHAT HAPPENED TO DOROTHY BELL? and SLEEP.
The hosts are then joined by Author Daniel Kraus (Whalefall) to discuss their 5 Favorite Deep Cut horror film discoveries of the year!

Nov 15, 2024 • 1h 45min
S3 Ep91: Scary Clowns
Episode 91 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films HERETIC, THE DEVIL’S BATH, MR. CROCKET, A DIFFERENT MAN, TIME CUT, DRIVE BACK, BEEZEL & more.
The hosts are then joined by Author Adam Cesare (Clown in a Cornfield) to draft a list of their 10 Scariest Clown films.

Nov 1, 2024 • 1h 19min
S3 Ep90: Halloween Hangover
Episode 90 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SMILE 2, MADS, DON’T MOVE, BLACK EYED SUSAN, OLD WOUNDS, A DESERT, STRANGE HARVEST, STRANGE DARLING and recap their Halloween seasons from film fests to neighborhood haunts.

Oct 18, 2024 • 2h 1min
S3 Ep89: Spooky Season
Episode 89 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SALEM'S LOT, IT'S WHAT'S INSIDE, CLOUD, CHIME, HERESY, CADDO LAKE, DADDY'S HEAD & LITTLE BITES. The Duo are then joined by Screenwriter Ian McDonald to discuss his work on the excellent new film WOMAN OF THE HOUR. They are then joined by TERROR VISIONS Brad Henderson and his 5 Deep Cut picks for the spooky season.

Oct 4, 2024 • 1h 29min
S3 Ep88: Fantastic Fest & Azrael
Episode 88 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss their Fantastic Fest experience and some of the films they saw there including THE RULE OF JENNY PENN, TERRIFIER 3, V/H/S BEYOND, ICK, THE SPIRIT OF HALLOWEENTOWN, STRANGE HARVEST: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire and new films THE SUBSTANCE & BLINK TWICE.
The Duo are then joined by Filmmaker E.L. KATZ (Cheap Thrills) to discuss his intense new film AZRAEL.

Sep 20, 2024 • 1h 8min
S3 Ep87: Fall Festival preview
Episode 87 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SPEAK NO EVIL, BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE, THE DEMON DISORDER, THE DAEMON, THE DELIVERANCE, TERROR TUESDAY: EXTREME, BOOGER & DEATH RIDER IN THE HOUSE OF VAMPIRES.
The Duo then discuss some of their most anticipated films from the upcoming FANTASTIC FEST & BEYOND FEST lineups.

Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 27min
S3 Ep86: Back to School Horrors!
Episode 86 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss FRIGHTFEST films STRANGE DARLING, THE SUBSTANCE, SHELBY OAKS, DEAD MAIL, AZRAEL, THINGS WILL BE DIFFERENT as well as new films OUT COME THE WOLVES, DOCTOR JEKYLL, HOSTILE DIMENSIONS, WE ARE ZOMBIES, ODDITY, NEW LIFE & the youtube surprise MILK & SERIAL
The Duo then countdown 10 of their favorite Back to school horror films.

Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 31min
S3 Ep85: 15 Amazingly Scary Horror Books Recommendations
While Elric is off at Fright Fest in London, Bekah is joined by RLJE’s Chief Acquisitions Officer Mark Ward and writer/director Brea Grant. Together they discuss recent films CUCKOO, ALIEN ROMULUS, and SKINCARE. Then they dive into their favorite horror book recommendations specifically focusing on lesser-know ones horror fans may have missed.