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How far would you be willing to go for a magic spell? We’re talking real magic, real angels, real demons? 2016’s A Dark Song asks those questions in intense, uncomfortable fashion, and this week on The Rotten Horror Picture Show we’re here to drink some blood, wear some robes, and discuss it!
Sophia has rented a house in the middle of nowhere, and she has paid extra money so that no questions are asked. Her only companion will be Michael Solomon, an occultist who must help Sophia contact her deceased son. Unsurprisingly, as they delve deeper and deeper into the ritual magic that must be employed to reach each of their desired ends, tensions rise and the true danger of the forces they meddle with becomes very clear.
Join Clay and Amanda as they conjure up all the inter-dimensional workings of Paul Ginger-matti, a definite one-star guest rating on AirBNB, an amazing caftan, pee-soup, scary mud people, guardian angels, magic circles, and some third-act questionable parenting!
A truly unique look at magic, spell casting, angels, demons, and the heavy consequences of dealing with such powerful forces, A Dark Song presents an experience every bit as uncomfortable as the depicted ritual itself. It’s a skillfully made indie horror that is a dark look at what one mother is willing to do to get closure on the loss of her son, and is definitely worth a watch. Put this one on at a party if you want people to shut up or leave!
So purify yourself, yell condescendingly at your partner, and draw a magic salt circle around the rim of your popcorn bowl with us…if you DARE!