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Episode Synopsis
In this thrilling episode of The Commentary Booth, Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey dive into Dark Match, a wrestling-themed horror film starring Chris Jericho, Ayisha Issa, and Steven Ogg. This Shudder original brings together the worlds of pro wrestling and cult horror, but does it hit the mark? Jamie and Corrina break down the movie’s campy charm, over-the-top matches, and eerie cult storylines.Set in the late 1980s, Dark Match features a travelling wrestling troupe trapped in a small Canadian town controlled by a sinister cult leader. With nods to wrestling’s golden era and horror classics, the film serves up plenty of Easter eggs for wrestling fans, but how well does it balance its genres? From its lacklustre action sequences to its bizarre supernatural ending, Jamie and Corrina explore what works and what misses the mark.Highlights Breakdown:- Initial impressions of Dark Match and its 80s wrestling setting- Chris Jericho as "The Prophet" and standout performances- Wrestling Easter eggs and nostalgic nods- Analysis of the horror elements and cult storyline- Breaking down the film’s polarising ending- Final ratings and thoughts for wrestling and horror fansTune in for a unique review that blends horror, wrestling nostalgia, and a critical look at this campy Shudder original!This week’s episode is brought to you byAustralian Wrestling CardsCheck out more great content from Pario Magazine on our website.-------------------------------------------------------------SUPPORT PARIO MAGAZINE & THE COMMENTARY BOOTH- PATREON- BUY MERCH- AMAZON PRIME VIDEO- TUBEBUDDY- Subscribe to AEW Plus using my code (q0yydoz) to earn $10 in FITE credit- Shop Online With Honey- Shop Online With SatechiMY EQUIPMENT- Elgato Facecam- Rode PodMic- Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP- Streamlabs Talk StudioFOLLOW JAMIE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram- TikTokFOLLOW PARIO MAGAZINE ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Twitter- Facebook- Instagram
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