Dark Match Review
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 fans
Tune in for a unique review that blends horror, wrestling nostalgia, and a critical look at this campy Shudder original!
