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.Follow Dark Static on Instagram @darkstaticpodSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkStatic000 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.Follow Dark Static on Instagram @darkstaticpodSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkStatic000 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Follow Dark Static on Instagram @darkstaticpodSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkStatic000 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Follow Dark Static on Instagram @darkstaticpodSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkStatic000 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Follow Dark Static on social mediaAlex's Twitter Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.