ARCHIVE 81 (2022) Explained

[@xavierfranco5800]

What I liked about this show was that the best friend wasn't totally useless. He is the rational one but wants to believe and help his friend(protagonist). He's concerned for him in a very real way. He's not totally apart from the story, he's an integral part. He brings important info from his research and eventually, after seeing the evidence, believes what's going on. This is TOTALLY unlike every other "friend" character in other horror movies/shows, who are incredibly stupid, useless, and one dimensional. At the end he is totally involved and important. It's incredibly refreshing and all it takes is smart writing for these type of characters to not be irrelevant.

[@kasuf-abdoromhanmhuhuhlluh2681]

I haven't watched this show still, but I just randomly got a jolt when I heard @Foundflix say something about the Joy Division song Mel was listening to and I'm absolutely sure that the song is "Love Will Keep Us Apart" which means that Mel and Dan having fallen in love.

[@SargeScum]

Well said.

[@sammymobs3889]

Every great show on Netflix doesn’t have a second season! Wtf Netflix!

[@TeriaSteward]

O😅 Lynn to

[@dash-x]

@@kasuf-abdoromhanmhuhuhlluh2681great song, but so sad. New order is still great, but Ian was a once in a generation musician.

[@ZK-sz8vs]

pretty good. probably my biggest complaint was when they showed the creature in the static early on. it would have been creepier if they didnt make it do the close up boo scare where you can see it more clearly. if they had just left it as a vaguely defined figure in the static and then cut off it would have been much creepier. it was a case of showing just a bit too much too early, and the boo scare felt a little cheap in what is otherwise a very slick and well made mystery

[@reihanboo]

classic netflix just throwing away tension just because

[@Feefbeef]

Completely agree

[@XDthedevilsrejectsXD]

Jumpscares have become a crutch for horror anything nowadays

[@Amc0203]

Completely agree and it was shoddily done. The creature should have had a lovecraftian twist. Literally even eyes staring back at Dan would have been better than the lazy digital version of the predator that they used

[@rybro2129]

Probably studio interference, it looked terrible so I'm guessing hastily done after some exec claimed "people want to see the monster"

[@goodvibes3939]

This channel is so entertaining and straight forward, no click bait or unnecessary editing. Keep up the great work!

[@willbyrn5920]

Dude is goated Fr

[@ge2719]

could do without the constantly strained high pitched talking though. it becomes incredibly monotonous

[@Fortunateis4luck]

@@ge2719 That’s….how he talks.

[@ge2719]

@@Fortunateis4luck you think thats how he talks in day to day life? dont be ridiculous.

[@lunacascade1125]

@@ge2719 don't hate!

[@YourSoSeezy]

[Potential Spoiler Theory] So one thing i could never dismiss from the final episode was when Dan was in the demons realm... Dan never actually saw Khaleago (however you spell it). Melody see's it in the window reflection and then when turning around see's it again the the mirror. So why is the demon still only in reflections in the demons on realm? My prediction is that the demon has possessed Melody, and Melody is the vessel to hold a whole other world inside her, to me this also explains why Samuel grabbed her to bring her back to present day, his motives were to resurrect Khaleago! i think the cult had been doing the ritual wrong all those times and never having a vessel be able to bring back the demon, the difference in Samuel ritual was that he used melody who is a Buldung Witch to be the vessel!? what made me think they were doing it wrong was when the red hair'd lady was sooooo eager to find the missing tapes of the circle movie, it was like they were trying to learn from mistakes. i am also on board with Samuel and Virgil being the same person.

[@massagegun7835]

Great idea

[@dylanhavlicek4444]

Truuuu maybe that is why Samuel let her film so much so that there would be a trail for others

[@veryconfused9768]

Looks about right. Melody seems to be the vessel. Individual melody there and demon residing in her too. Maybe Dan and melody share the same soul.

[@afromerican7161]

the problem with this is that it was already explained why the red hair'd lady was so eager to find tapes. Melodys mom explains it in the last episode that the tapes thin the veil between both worlds. It was just another key in the ritual.

[@rb9882]

I personally don't think Baldungs can house him as they are the gatekeepers never the vessel so far as we know

[@neveholmes1033]

I liked that Dan(te) was led into the entire thing by Virgil, a cool reference to Inferno and the circles of hell

[@shearing5594]

i was thinking that too!!

[@bochafish]

Nice catch! so cool

[@magnuskallas]

Ain't going to lie, after watching something like The House That Jack Built all characters name Virgil kind of give away themes :) Also, the same actor played the first mentor guide in "TENET".

[@raionxk1]

Devil may cry

[@melanisticmandalorian]

@@raionxk1 No, the original source of Virgil and Dante is INFERNO. The story of Dante going through hell with Virgil guiding him to find Dante's gf. Every other reference ever mentioned is based on INFERNO, so Devil may Cry is not the original source.

[@amydixon2284]

i loved the mirrored comparisons between what we see on the tapes and what we see in reality. like specifically, the hallway layout in the compound being essentially identical to those in the apartment building, and the food found in the pantry at the compound are all foods seen in the convenience store scene from the tapes. its like the whole experience was made to blend the barriers between the two timelines so those moments when they bleed together happen on purpose.

[@Feefbeef]

I really appreciated the lovecraftian elements in this without it going over the top. Although personally I wish the images of the monster weren’t so clear, I think it’s scarier as just a dark entity that we can imagine for ourselves

[@ajwaddanwarr3409]

yeah they kinda jumped the shark at the end :/

[@rofflesvanwagon]

It felt much more like a analog horror/ creepypasta come to live action. Gonna check out the podcast it's based on.

[@sabinodoi6399]

@@rofflesvanwagon would reccomend, it does go far more into like a horror/magic/fantasy whatever thing that is honestly ridiculously good

[@austinwarden9148]

If you like this story I highly recommend Lovecraft's The Case of Charles Dexter Ward, I see A LOT of parallels with how they story is told and even several plot elements. Everything is just updated to fit modern day.

[@rofflesvanwagon]

@@sabinodoi6399 oh if the Podcast goes further into fantasy then I'm not interested. I really like the science fiction andhorror elements of the show. It was so good that I didn't roll my eyes towards the end about the whole witch bloodline. But in general that stuff is incredibly boring to me.

[@DaneDiggler.]

I finished this yesterday and literally went to your page this morning to see if you reviewed it. When I saw you didn’t I was hopeful that you would soon. 8 hours later and my prayers are answered! Well done! 🤘🏻

[@tashaenadekle]

Literally finished this so quickly. I work overnight so by the time I was leaving for work I was finished and wanted more lol. I instantly came to KZbin to see if someone did an explanation video and no luck. So grateful for this channel. Right on time.

[@liamaugust]

incredibly bummed that there won't be a season 2, but thank you for this recap

[@ghostcatcoon8175]

Well good news, because it's based on a podcast and there is a continuation in the podcast!

[@KCoyoteXD]

​@@ghostcatcoon8175 WHAT IS IT CALLED.

[@ghostcatcoon8175]

@@KCoyoteXD the same name, Archive 81

[@ronparsons8786]

Oh no I didn't know there wouldn't be a season 2. Bummer

[@Tw0Dots]

@@KCoyoteXDwhat do you think its called

[@ParkerJColeAuthor]

The show had a creeping dread element I loved. Every episode built upon the next, even innocuous or subtle details later became important.

[@aliasfakename2267]

I don't think I've ever felt more dread than staring at that heater, the tone of this series had me hooked.

[@Mushromeow]

This is literally the same as the top comment. "Every episode built upon the previous, even innocuous or subtle details that later became important, and the show had a creeping dread element that I loved."

[@zeej80]

This comment is exactly the same as another top comment.. both 7 days ago, just worded slightly different.. 🤨🤨🤨

[@aliasfakename2267]

@@zeej80 look at Chloe's comment ☝️

[@jaderabbitart7316]

I think the point is Dan and Mel act as “twin comets” and are meant to break away in order to permanently break the barrier. What exactly that entails, who knows but I am excited to see what comes next. I definitely agree that Sam must have known and him and Virgil have much bigger plans. I always enjoy your reviews and am grateful you did this one.

[@AjaxOutlaw]

I like the twin comets thing! I’m thinking that Sam and Vergil might be the same person? Sam could’ve been teleported to the past mansion maybe? Idk!

[@Heinous_Anus_Georg]

@@AjaxOutlaw this is what I was thinking. The ritual intersected all of the strings through the root event. Samuel got kicked back to the 20's imo

[@brainfreeze7549]

Mel could now be the comet that will destroy the world

[@ParkerJColeAuthor]

Quite insightful. Comets are often seen as harbingers of destruction and the mention of a comet pair can't be simply descriptive. An idea I had was the Vos Society, Sam and Virgil, have actually imprisoned Khalaygo in the other world and Khalaygo is trying to come into our world so it can go back to its partner, Kharon who keeps coming back every 70 years waiting for it. What gives me that idea is the phrase 'evidence of our devotion, blood and bone, seeping through." The significance of a pair -- Mel and Dan, separated by time. The Baldung Witch's 'blood', and the correct tuning fork, the 'bone'. Regardless, I'd love to see where the show goes. I enjoy stories that give you lots of interesting places to go!

[@abc-pn2eb]

@@ParkerJColeAuthor apparently they’re not renewing the show !!!

[@Firebourn94]

Started this Saturday night and finished it Sunday morning on a whim Didn't know of it's existence or anything about it and was hooked immediately

[@meverly4133]

Same!

[@Chilling_Chilling]

Yeah I was hooked from episode 1! Not something I usually expect from a Netflix original lol

[@GabrielTheMagolorMain]

That was me, I heard of it, looked up the trailer, and immediately started it and finished it in a 48 hour period.

[@carterk03jc]

Literally same!

[@caseymills2688]

I did the same thing!! Haha!! I couldn’t stop

[@shilohmugar5668]

I was bummed to know it was canceled after 1 season. This show was so good!

[@jar-of-bees]

the podcast it's based on is really good

[@shilohmugar5668]

@@jar-of-bees I’m going to check it out! Thanks!

[@ArvelleWhitaker]

@@jar-of-bees theres a podcast?

[@jar-of-bees]

@@ArvelleWhitaker yeah, same name as the show

[@karolina285]

Me too. It's crazy that Netflix puts out so much crap but when there's something actually interesting they cut it off..🤦‍♀️

[@beckg777]

With Dead Meat James getting married and being away from his channel, I solely am relying on you Found! I am so glad you are covering this. Over an hour recap? Damn bro 😎! Thanks for taking the time!

[@HighShyGuy420]

They are still doing kill counts though!

[@beckg777]

@@HighShyGuy420 Yeah Zoran (sp?) is covering Tremors. It’s just that past the second installment the Tremors series falls off a cliff. Lol I made a funny 🤓☺️

[@HighShyGuy420]

@@beckg777 LOL! Yeah it does, but I find the kill count is always a nice nostalgia trip along with some solid jokes and facts along the way! I've also been LOVING Zoran's (sp?) energy!

[@beckg777]

@@HighShyGuy420 Yeah it’s pretty infectious! He’s doing a great job in James absence.

[@ddcrowley]

Lol, you calling him 'Found' absolutely cracks me up. And I'm thrilled about the hour and twenty minute run time, too!

[@elfbait3774]

So thrilled to see a great podcast horror/mystery show get picked up and turned into a Netflix series. This could lead to a bunch of cool new shows if studios start optioning horror podcasts.

[@sukiiriinaa]

Wow I never knew they existed

[@ebonih7138]

Fictional podcast exist?

[@31webseries]

It's the only reason I watched it through. I actually didn't like the show as much as the podcasts but I wanted to support it.

[@elfbait3774]

@@ebonih7138 the show is based on a radio drama of the same name that is framed as a real world podcast.

[@elfbait3774]

@@sukiiriinaa yup. The podcast/radio drama is of the same name but the story flow is very different than the show and deals, understandably so, with audio recordings rather than video.

[@shoto42]

With the show now unfortunately canceled, the entire show by itself is now up to interpretation. My theory for the ending is that when Dan and Mel now in different time periods, it would now mean that they are in a time paradox where Dan has to make sure that everything happens the same. I remember hearing Vigil saying that he got the tapes from a auction, maybe it was Dan that sold him the tapes and had him start the loop all over again.

[@DeeDee-ff3mb]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO 😭😩😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@SpitefulCommander]

it's based on a podcast with the same name so just watch that

[@dragonflii]

That's great to know! I've been upset about this getting cancelled for awhile now.​@@SpitefulCommander

[@dalecoop200]

good news! there is a whole podcast with 2 whole other seasons that cover exactly what happens to dan! and it is really good.

[@Mr4Seven]

So I paused this video at the start. Literally was hooked. Just finished 8 hours straight of watching the show. Unbelievable poor Dan. All he wanted to do was save her but ended up being in the very thing he was saving melody from.

[@casseroledragon3277]

I wonder if the Priest was genuinely trying to help, since we find out later that Kasandra has been feeding Jess the mold through the tea. After finding that out, I think the Priest was trying to make her purge the mold, and that he knew the mold was what was causing her seizures. That's probably why he said not to call an ambulance and why the doctors always say it's in her head: cause the seizures Jess experiences aren't caused by anything physical, but rather by the supernatural entity tied to the mold.

[@trask9100]

I highly recommend people watch this on their own time, it is definitely worth it. Awesome show. Probably the best psychological horror/creepy show netflix has put out by a long shot.

[@drueoneal6138]

I watched the first episode and it was tooo scary for me so now I’m here because I still want to know what happens.

[@HomelessTaxation]

Too bad Netflix is Netflix and they cancelled after the first season

[@JackofALLtradesMasterofALL]

Have you watched the OA..? That’s another good one on netflix

[@avxy3632]

@@JackofALLtradesMasterofALL Another cancelled.

[@JackofALLtradesMasterofALL]

@@avxy3632 I know 😞😞 atleast its more than one season.. They always cancel the good ones Lol.

[@mrnoobskool1]

AN HOUR AND A HALF LONG FOUNDFLIX WHAT A GREAT MONDAY

[@Lyddie_Bug]

I KNOW RIGHT!!!! 😃

[@CarnivoreMomma]

Came here to show the same appreciation!

[@austinwarden9148]

I actually like this story a lot because it borrows a good amount from one of my favorite Lovecraft stories The Case of Charles Dexter Ward. Which isn't one you see all that often so I highly recommend anyone who liked this check it out.

[@williamfoster4512]

I love how the video is 81 minutes long, great video love you guys!!!

[@aliasfakename2267]

Good catch

[@HippyNinjaSimmy]

I never care how long your videos are, I love them all! The movies/series I've seen, I love your insights. And the ones I haven't, I love your story-telling and explanations.

[@GrimDarkNarrator]

I enjoyed this series. The mystery element and cosmic unknown/horror attributed to the cult and entity are very lovecraftian. Its definitely not for everyone as it relies on mystery and atmosphere instead of outright scares. I wish the ending was a bit better, since it does descend into cliche territory in the final episode.

[@jazzbefos9303]

I HATE THAT THIS SHOW WAS CANCELED

[@kassassin_brahgawk]

It is so not okay that Dan is just stuck in another dimension. I was so pissed.

[@Kroggnagch]

It's a shame. I hate when they do this with shows. There's so many things out there to watch, and if the numbers in the ratings aren't up to par, BAM! to the chopping block the series goes. It's like, "give folks enough time to discover and fall in love with your show before you leave it on a cliffhanger and cancel it" but no, we don't get that. Just a few "bad numbers" and off it goes, literally...

[@reinadavis9450]

Me too

[@OBITOMAJIN]

Same I loved it

[@masonsalazar6586]

I think it’s funny how every time I finish a movie or show, you’re always here to explain it right after 💀 good videos man!

[@Mario_Angel_Medina]

Funny anecdote: I watched the series with my sister, and when Dan discovered the altar bellow the building he was in, my sister and I started wondering why people keep putting the altar in enclosed spaces if the last three or so times someone tried to bring Khaelego to our dimension it ended on an explosion and the place burned to the grounds... turned out you needed the tuning fork to make the ritual work, but if I was Virgil, I would either make a Stonehedge-style open air cheronite altar, or make the ritual on the roof of the facility, you know, just in case everything explotes again

[@carljung4733]

Lol

[@veryconfused9768]

Um idk about there but here from my part of world. Rituals are to be done on ground level, to connected to earth. It's believed that ghost go toward earth from above. Like dark entities go toward earth.

[@tannerholechek5873]

I think it was the same exact place all three times

[@tannerholechek5873]

Like the altar never mover right?

[@carljung4733]

@@tannerholechek5873 no, the visser was in the city. the new altar is out of town

[@PeytonGadaire]

SUCH AN AWESOME SHOW! Ive been waiting for your next post all week and cant believe its one I sent in for a recc!!! Perfect way to start the week

[@Closer2Zero]

With how Dan ended up in mind, i wouldnt be surprised if there was more of that travel in the future of the show that leads to some of these burning questions being answered- Virgil knowing things and being places, the building being built because it *has to be*, things like that

[@PongoXBongo]

Speaking of knowing things, and things "having to be" a certain way, perhaps Dan is the one who burns down the apratment building trying to prevent what he remembers from happening?

[@LordDarque]

I mean, at least they didn't replace 1/4th of his body with a radio.... right?? Rat?

[@leobee101]

@@PongoXBongo if hollywood thaught me anything dan is probably gonna try to prevent the burning down of his family home but ends up beeing the cause of the fire in the end

[@NessaGhouliful]

I highly enjoyed "Archive 81" and glad it's a series and not a condensed movie. It kept me hooked.

[@elanawillis4899]

I loved this series. I love the theory of Sam and Virgil being the same person, and being capable of traveling through time. My personal theory is that the pretend Mel is actually Iris Vos. Once Mel was in the other realm Annabel stopped painting Iris leading me to believe that she is no longer speaking to her from the other side. Maybe she has been helping Virgil in his attempt to make a “permanent” doorway. He had to obviously be aware of her given how much research he has gathered. I feel like she has a much larger role to play later on.

[@rofflesvanwagon]

This show was so excellent I really enjoyed it. Apparently the Podcast it's based on is 3 seasons in so I'm gonna check that out as well. Edit: also Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead (the guys behind resolution, Spring, The Endless, synchronic and the new "Something in the Dirt") directed 2 episodes.

[@djmaus7909]

When I saw Benson and Moorhead's name I lost it with excitement. Wish they could have more involvement if there is a Season 2

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

17:55 "Where she has to sit silently while they pork making weird animalistic growling sounds" I wouldn't wish that fate on my worst enemy lmao

[@justanotherguywithoutamust8837]

Mustaache

[@cloutmastermemes2007]

You guys a clout chasers trying to use the name of the great “just some guy with a mustache” y’all are riding his user just to get pushing higher on the comment section. Y’all are soft and pathetic

[@vibecheck6764]

@@cloutmastermemes2007 I mean its working so I don't see a problem

[@amelianekomimi1936]

@@cloutmastermemes2007 you mad

[@strawberrybandage]

@@cloutmastermemes2007 that's tge actual guy lmao. He just changed his pfp. If you go on his channel he still has the one original video that was posted. :)

[@JP-li7yo]

OMFG I’ve been freaking waiting for this EE. I started saying “I can’t freaking wait for FoundFlix’s EE!” 10 minutes into the first damn episode! It’s like hearing my favorite song on the radio after waiting and listening for it for days.

[@elizabethfinlay9866]

Loved this series - randomly came across it trying to find a background show to chill out while decorating the living room - sufficed to say did not get much done that day and binged them in one sitting! Hope they make more 🤞 I also love that the comet is called Kharon - another Karen causing bad vibes 😂😂

[@helioastra]

Kharon/Charon is the Ferryman of Hades that carries souls across the river Styx. It's expounded quite differently in the podcast but the placement is not a coincidence.

[@GamingWife42]

My husband and I lost sleep at the end of a few days staying up to watch episodes 😅

[@lavenderlaceration]

You should definitely watch the podcast 👀👀

[@kelligray1848]

Please always do this, I’ve gotten strangely used to your being my go-to viewing guy.🙂I think🤔”what to watch…” and boom there you are with your great humor, snark and spot on analysis.

[@shannonsfamily418]

Thank you for your review of the show. Your clear and direct explanation is appreciated. I concur with your assessment of the casting choices. The vibrant portrayal of the past, with each era from the 1920s to the 1990s, was particularly well-executed. The attention to detail in the characters' clothing and the overall aesthetic was impressive. I share your excitement for a potential second season. While it is challenging to maintain the same level of quality across multiple seasons, I am confident that the directors and writers will rise to the occasion. We have seen instances where the second season falls short of the first, but I believe this show has the potential to avoid that pitfall. I look forward to watching more of your reviews. Your concise and direct communication style is a valuable asset, and I appreciate your insights.

[@RAWatson1989]

My honest idea is that the brother of Iris is the grandfather of Virgil and Sam. Which is why the facility was built and where Virgil was stationed at for the majority of the film. The facility is also their home.

[@turtlekappa7141]

I have to agree, sorry but yeah rich people do have some weird hobbies but this? This is a generational tradition the Vos family curated for quite some time. I was wondering the same thing.

[@thesenate4815]

I Dont think so, because the Visser was on top of the old mansion, and it was in NEW York. The facility Dan is in is in the Catskills

[@bichen-up-ur]

Disappointed that they cancelled this gem. Had fun watching this, felt like something refreshing compared to all the other Netflix shows.

[@taylorbailey3238]

Just started watching this. Only three episodes in and I enjoy it. I'll be back later to watch this. See ya in a week!

[@taylorbailey3238]

Told ya I'd be back. Just finished and man I'm confused

[@svenjaj.3520]

Can't help thinking about Dante, with Virgil as an unreliable mysterious guide through purgatory...

[@Giveitathought]

My man, the bit where you approach the camera and end the sentence with “ice-cream after” had me in stitches, knee slapping hilarious man! This was a enjoyable one for sure, keep up the great content my dude!

[@daniell1483]

Glad I watched this, there were some concepts I missed. I like the idea that Virgil and Samuel are the same person who has used time travel to basically conspire with his younger self. I do question whether Dan is actually in the past, though. The Otherworld was described as "like our world, but so much more." If Dan is stuck in the Otherworld, it could just be an Otherworld representation of the past. The spirit is described as desperately lonely and willing to do anything to keep people stuck in their Otherworld; is it such a leap to think that Dan is stuck in some kind of maze in the Otherworld? Lots of questions need answering and I can't wait for a season 2 of Archive 81, maybe we will find out what the title even means!

[@StreetDzine]

The Sam and Vergil theory makes sense. It always felt like Sam knew stuff before it happened and acted accordingly to every situation. The way he acted coy is way too similar to Vergil even as brothers. And Vergil doesn't need the tapes because he was there.

[@zenin2922]

I watched it one go and gotta say, Mark is the one best friend to have

[@Raniphae]

I finally return to this video after getting like 5 minutes in and realizing I wanted to watch the show unspoiled! Thanks so much for covering the show, and also for this excellent, attentive analysis, which did wonders to combat my bad habit of only being able to give a maximum of 90% of my attention to a tv show. One element of the show which I'm still mulling over is the way Julia describes Kaelego as "lonely" in its otherworld. Why would an entity of pure destruction want human company? It makes me wonder if Kaelego wants something perhaps more complex and specific than "just" destruction.

[@jayl9176]

This is how I love to spend my mornings…deep dives in any and all horror movies ESPECIALLY when they are an hour long 🔥🔥🔥

[@Jenkins122]

What an absolute treat, I hope one day found flix does a podcast, I could listen all day

[@itslullas]

Yes! Chris is the type of guy who could make almost anything sound interesting :)

[@donaldkeith139]

I have watched this show at least 7 times from start to finish. There's just something so wierd and addictive about it that I cannot stop rewatching it..

[@snakesnoteyes]

I highly recommend checking out the podcast the series is based on as well. The Netflix show has diverged pretty heavily from the source material.

[@philax1545]

Well what’s the name of the podcast? Lol

[@snakesnoteyes]

@@philax1545 “Archive 81”, just like the Netflix show

[@UnluckyLux]

The medium scene is one of my favorite scenes in all of horror, the fear i felt when she started reading off the conversations they had been having and then started peeling her face off was crazy.

[@_mnejing]

Guys, I know it's a ton of fun to speculate, but there's no reason to ignore the source material when it is freely available. Check out the podcast, all 3 seasons are there. There are obviously some differences, but the story beats are there. The one disservice this ending explained did was not mentioning the very obvious references to Dante's Divine Comedy. - The main character is named Dan Turner (Dan T, Dante). - He is being led by a character literally named Virgil. A second guide named Beatrice also exists in the form of Beatriz, a psychic who acts as a kind of guide to Melody, and therefore Dan. - Both Melody and Dan are heavily impacted by fire, you know, like an "Inferno." - Tamara is working on a piece called "Purgatory," and describes her work as "not like Puccini." Puccini composed an opera which very heavily alluded to "Dante," but was on the lighter side, whereas Tamara is working on very dark pieces, hence "not like Puccini." - The comet is named Charon, which is also the name of the ferryman who brought the newly dead souls across the river Acheron (the river of pain, woe, or sorrow, something Dan and Melody are very familiar with) to Hades. It's no coincidence that the 7th episode (the "flashback" episode) is called "The Ferryman." The podcast itself, in season 2, is pretty clear that the Otherworld is bad place. It's hellish. Hades in Christianity is another word for hell. That said, the Greek Hades was simply the underworld, or "otherworld." Tartarus, which is sort of a section of Hades, is the more appropriate analogue for Christian Hell. Kaelego is described as both a god and a demon, which again feels like a clash between Greek and Christian interpretations of Hades. In any case, Hades was the god of the dead, and the Otherworld in Archive 81 is very closely related to death, so it's not too much of a stretch to see Kaelego being heavily influenced by Hades. All of that is not to take away from the other references too. Lovecraft certainly also seems to be an influence here (cults and the such, the mold). There's certainly a callback to "The Shining" as well, what with a man being isolated in a remote location to work, and obvious concerns about his sanity (they even refer to it in the first episode). Some of Samuel's pseudonyms make reference to famous occultists like Aleister Crowley. Anyway, personally, I loved it. I see some people complaining that they showed the monster too early, but that's kind of missing the point. The demon existing and being shown isn't all that important. The horror in this show is not about seeing a demon, that he even exists is required for the plot, so showing him early isn't an issue or blowing their load early. The series is creepy without Kaelego showing up early. Knowing that he is "real" makes it even creepier.

[@DJotterpop]

You blew me away with your theory about the brothers being the same person. That makes so much sense!

[@THEREALDPVRK]

bro this was literally one of the best shows that i have ever seen. fan made is possible as the show has been completely killed and netflix releases ownership of the ideas and any future endeavors

[@dddunlap86]

I'm so glad you've started to breakdown full seasons instead of just movies. Please continue.Thx you're totally fuckin awesome 👏🏾👍🏾✊🏾✌🏾

[@trixie7759]

For anyone who enjoyed this series, I’d definitely recommend listening to the podcast, as it’s literally 100 times better, aswell as the tv series cut a lot of important details and plot points from the series, the creeping dread everyone is talking about in the comments here is much better in the Podcast, just for the love of god listen to the podcast, StraightTMA was right, just about the wrong podcast to tv adaptation, my girl Melody didn’t deserve to be done dirty like that

[@LordDarque]

They downplayed Melody and her friends relationship in the Netflix show. I'm glad they gave Ratty a larger role in the TV show. And I hope season 2 has the Leviathans.

[@andrewmelean8259]

How long is the whole podcast?

[@trixie7759]

@@andrewmelean8259 each regular episode is between 15 minutes to a half an hour, and there are 32 episodes out right now, with a 3 hour long mini series, you could probably finish it in a day or 2 if you binged it

[@biggyboiblue8887]

Where can I listen to it

[@romanbloomfield9066]

I don't understand how you can feel creeping dread from audio by itself. Certainly not the same kind of dread that I felt staring at those tapes wondering what creepy shit was bout to pop out during that chanting

[@Xokzu]

MAN, I just want them to be in the real world together :( This was amazing, thank you so much for the content as always!

[@jjenk911]

Sadly, there's no season 2. Dan is stuck in 1994.

[@gabejoestar]

i am not a huge fan of series in general, but this one caught my attention and i loved every second of the show, the way it kept me hooked in the story just blows my mind

[@sandraaa8496]

This looks like a lot of work so thank you. Your uploads are always top notch.

[@PapaThiccc]

This was pretty dope. This is the first thing I watched when I woke up. I'm gonna be thinking about this all day.

[@BrysonRyenn]

I loved this series so much, each episode is so unsettling that it leads you at the edge of your seat. My only issue was with the supernatural demon, if the ritual brings people into his world then how does he come out and into the real world?

[@Vicerion17]

I assume that when the ritual is actually done properly(done with the proper tuning folk) it becomes a two way door rather than just trapping people when done wrong since Mel actually escaped when the door was opened unlike Iris when the door was opened the second time.

[@MetroidPurples]

@@Vicerion17 Yeah and they didnt need a sacrifice, so having a Baldur (probably not the right spelling) do the ritual properly opens then door since its their bloodline and magic.

[@LordDarque]

Through the magic of song. No, I'm not kidding.

[@quentinsavage1123]

Because demon's have to be invited brah. They can't just step on God's earth like they own the place, they'd get their shit kicked in.

[@HFXmermaid]

Heart broken they cancelled season 2

[@mollyt1296]

Thank you for covering this.. I really loved this show, I got right into it and couldn't get enough. The idea that Virgil could BE Samuel literally just blew my mind! I wonder if Dan is in a new divergent timeline, created basically because this shit happened. I thought all the bal dungs or whatever had renounced their powers like as a coven long ago, so I didn't think any of them had had actual powers for some time.. So I didn't consider Mel potentially gaining powers, guess we'll see.

[@sydney4782]

a feature film length foundflix video AND no school tomorrow? best day ever

[@kacisullivan9003]

I loved this podcast, I had no idea Netflix made it into a series!

[@aliasfakename2267]

I loved this series and had no idea it was a podcast, I know what I'm listening to during work tomorrow.

[@digimonchampion]

@@aliasfakename2267 ur gna love it im so jealous I wanna listen for the first time again

[@aliasfakename2267]

@@digimonchampion I really have to start listening to more fictional podcasts, I'm missing out.

[@RominaJones]

I was into the podcast too way back when it started. Folks on the audio drama forums who have taken in both say they changed quite a bit for the Netflix series. So whether you come in from the podcast or from the Netflix series you should get enough new to make it worthwhile to check out both versions.

[@kacisullivan9003]

@Department 8 I listened to it on Spotify, but it's probably on other apps too.

[@gl3163]

The screen flicker when you said Melody's name at 1:02:20 had me thinking you were trying to mess with us putting images in your videos :D :D Turned out it was just the black borders disappearing for a second and you sitting in the background

[@meg2249]

The fact that the guy who hired him is named “Virgil” and the main character is named “Dan” which is not far off from “Dante”… like Dante’s Inferno? Makes you kinda wonder…

[@ElementalDAR]

57:12 - Gotta say listening to a story about tapes and videos carrying things over, this frame really freaked me out for a second.

[@akaboo69]

Another network needs to buy the show

[@lunblanc10]

I remember listening to this as a podcast years ago. Cool to see they made it into a series.

[@satiricgames2129]

This was so good just finished it yesterday . Can't wait to see if they do more

[@Phantom11718]

You're gonna want to check the original podcast on Spotify then

[@Sansleftdimple]

I randomly sat down with my dad and he was on the third episode. I got intrigued and proceeded to finish the entire season with him in one sitting

[@BioDuel]

Look, I’m only at a minute and a half, and realized it was an hour 20. PLEASE do more like this. Fully realize that’s a big ask and a lot work goes into it, but I absolutely get lost in these “adventures”. Ty, now to actually watch it 😂

[@jdomsmith]

Damn.... found this show randomly and loved it. Had no idea it was cancelled. What a heartbreaker.

[@redmystery100]

Let's goooo loved this and I'm glad you're covering it

[@gotticketsjr2108]

My girlfriend and I ended up binging this series straight to 3am. Start to finish. Super fun show, excited for season 2.

[@pallyali786]

No wonder people are cancelling there Netflix subscriptions. I can't believe this and the OA did not continue

[@britneystout5739]

Love these breakdowns. It was a speeddbump for me to hear the character say she loved the book "The Secret of NIMH" because I also love the book, but that's not the title. It's Mrs. Frisbee and The Rats of NIMH. Fantastic book.

[@jasminea58531]

Just what I was waiting for

[@ZarakiKempachi]

Never heard of this movie but seems dope.

[@gabrieleggros6864]

Ikr

[@AshleyYelsha]

I love when foundflix uploads lengthy and girthy videos

[@firefistjace4338]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jayber-bomb9118]

41:30 this video got a well deserved like from me after the "well at least he was covering his own tracks..... That's a train joke" 🤣 Dead panning at its finest!

[@woodglove]

Maaaaan, I appreciate the effort of you going through the trouble of breaking that down!!!!🤯

[@noodleydoodleys]

"Recent hit Netflix series" Netflix cancels it. Like do they even pay attention at all?

[@benjaminkamp1375]

This is one of the best shows i have seen in a while. It was nice to see that you made a video on it.

[@JaymeSplendid]

This sounds like a podcast/audio drama I used to listen to but instead of VHS tapes it was audio tapes and he was hired by this weird guy and he couldn't leave the warehouse. Edit: Ahh, it WAS VHS tapes and it IS based on the podcast.

[@jasminestill1306]

Been waiting on this one. My fiance and I have to watch these after we watch the movie to just make sure we understood fully.

[@deekadiko]

oh wow, a one and half hour special, i dig it!

[@Phantom11718]

More specifically 81 minutes

[@stateparker87]

This show is actually based on a podcast, there’s three seasons with the first two being Dan’s story. It’s quite good, there are some differences between it and the show, but if you want more of the universe definitely give it a listen

[@Mr_Case_Time]

For some reason this reminded me of The OA, another show on Netflix. That would be awesome if Foundflix did a video on it!

[@aliasfakename2267]

That was a great series too

[@ML-qh6dv]

Did anyone else think Cassandra was actually Rose? She would have been that age and we never see what happens after the portal is opened. Maybe something does possess her body after? She had the necklace as well and was just very strange in general.

[@stevenliem1128]

They cut her throat

[@f25mart]

I appreciated/noticed how it looks like the way the walls are painted incompletely create a resemblance of people are watching the guy at 48:38 Also appreciated all of the still images of the demon/monster in the background through out the show. Like at 57:54 in the top right. Can see the monster over Annabelle on the right hand corner.

[@Kageoni187]

Omg, I would love to see you cover Dark on Netflix. It is fantastic story that has time travel but the way it's done is absolutely compelling. It has 3 seasons I think. It is completely finished. It is a German series.

[@alienmartinez459]

I absolutely loved the podcast! I’m one of those who thinks some stuff should stay separate. However…. Wow ! The film adaptation truly rocked it . There are a few things that were not as fluid but despite the cheesy overlay I truly think they did a good job. I would personally pay a lot to get like a 20 year long podcast continuum. Hahahah I am obsessed sorry 😂

[@MsKathleenb]

The first... Season? of the podcast was great, but the second one went so far off the rails that I stopped listening.

[@snakesnoteyes]

I also loved the podcast. Season 2 threw me for a loop initially, but I stuck with it and I think that seasons 2 and 3 are what make it a great podcast. If it had just kept the season 1 format it would have just been a less interesting Magnus Archives.

[@ricliu4538]

Such an awkward cast which made this story more likeable...loved this

[@cottonbun1244]

I got so excited to see it was an hour long vid!! Thanks Mr Flix

[@Dradeeus]

The girl who played Jess was a really, really good actor. She kinda made others look mediocre in comparison.

[@shilo2972]

So disappointed in Netflix cancelling this show especially since it charted so well. Really wish another streaming service would pick it up but seems like the creators of the show arent even trying for that unfortunately. If i were them i would. I could see this show being on Hulu as well. Maybe some day theyll try to make it happen. We can only hope.

[@mistrdevine]

I laugh out loud every time the Karen Comet gets mentioned. I binged this series in 2 days. I dug it.

[@mistrdevine]

Wonder if that’s why they spelled and pronounced it as Charon with a “Ch” in the video game Hades. Just to avoid the negative connotation from “Karen”.