Viral Hits to Horror Flicks: 'Talk to Me' (2022)

A Dingo Ate My Movie!

Join us for an electrifying conversation on "A Dingo Ate My Movie" as a friend of the the podcast, Brandon Hardy, returns to dissect the 2022 Australian horror sensation "Talk To Me." What happens when friends unleash terrifying spirits using an embalmed hand? We talk about how Sophie Wilde and Miranda Otto's stellar performances breathed life into this chilling narrative, and follow the remarkable journey of directors Danny and Michael Philippou from YouTube icons to cinematic trailblazers. We'll also dive into the film's sweeping success at film festivals and its laudable reviews on IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, and Letterboxd.
Have you ever wondered how smartphone culture shapes our experiences and perceptions, especially in the realm of modern horror? We'll explore this theme deeply as Brandon shares an anecdote from a midnight screening of "Evil Dead." This episode examines the film's portrayal of social media's influence on today's youth, the haunting isolation caused by our camera phones, and how these elements intertwine with grief and trauma.
Finally, we discuss the grotesque and unsettling scenes that make "Talk To Me" unforgettable, from bone-chilling possessions to manipulative spirits preying on vulnerable characters. We'll debate the film's ambiguous ending and its impact on audience satisfaction, then shift gears to compare hype and expectations across films like Barbie, Oppenheimer, and upcoming cult favorites.
Plus, we geek out over our passion for collecting physical media and obscure films. Tune in for an episode with horror analysis, personal stories, and cinematic love!
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1. Viral Hits to Horror Flicks: 'Talk to Me' (2022) (00:00:00)

2. Australian Exploitation Film Talk to Me (00:00:25)

3. Digital Media and Smartphone Culture (00:14:58)

4. Exploring Grief and Spirits in Film (00:29:59)

5. Exploring Horror and Manipulation Effects (00:41:42)

6. Ambiguous Ending and Hype Analysis (00:50:51)

7. Navigating Movie Hype and Expectations (00:57:47)

8. Exploring Cult Films and Physical Media (01:12:19)