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2000S Episodes

The 2000s introduced a wave of remakes, experimental styles, and new franchises. This collection highlights films that capture the decade’s approach to horror. Curated for our 31 Days of Horror challenge.
July 3, 2025

398: I’ll Always Know What You Did Last Summer (2006)

This week we’re digging up the past of I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer (2006). We dissect the movie's convoluted plot, critique its lackluster character development, and assess the quality of its slasher elements. T...

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June 12, 2025

395: Jason X (2001)

This week we’re launching into the future with Jason X (2001). We delve into the film's blend of horror and sci-fi, evaluate Jason's new look, and discuss its placement in the franchise chronology. This episode contains spoil...

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March 31, 2025

384: Scary Movie (2000)

This week we’re commemorating April Fool’s Day by checking out Scary Movie (2000). We discuss its cultural impact at the turn of the millennium, critique how its humor has aged, and reflect on the film's homages to classic horror tropes. This...

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March 20, 2025

382: The Final Destination (2009)

This week we're on a date with destiny as we dive into The Final Destination (2009). We discuss its chaotic and campy kills, critique the film's reliance on CGI, and analyze how it stacks up against its predecessors in the franchise. This episode...

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Oct. 18, 2024

357: Planet Terror (2007)

This week we're diving into Planet Terror (2007). We dissect the intensity of its gore, look back on its star-studded cast, and analyze its nostalgic grindhouse aesthetic. In this episode's b-side, we explore the wildest limb weaponizations,...

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Oct. 11, 2024

354: Final Destination 3 (2006)

This week we’re diving into the chaos of Final Destination 3 (2006). We analyze the inventive kill sequences, dissect its psychological impact, and consider its cultural legacy. In this episode's b-side, we discuss about rollercoaster phobias,...

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Oct. 1, 2024

351: Donnie Darko (2001)

This week we’re exploring the time paradox of Donnie Darko (2001). We analyze the film's blend of sci-fi and psychological horror, evaluate the performances of its star-studded cast, and discuss its religious undertones and foreshadowing elements....

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June 21, 2024

336: Dead Silence (2007)

This week our patrons have voted for us to check out Dead Silence (2007). We evaluate its gothic atmosphere, dissect its balance of campy elements and scares, and debate its rewatch value. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:48. Mentioned...

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March 8, 2024

321: Saw IV (2007)

This week we’re revisiting an iconic franchise by reviewing Saw IV (2007). We dissect the evolution of the franchise, unpack its tangled storyline, and critique the quality of its set design. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:00. ...

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March 1, 2024

320: Paranormal Activity (2007)

This week we’re rolling back the tapes of Paranormal Activity (2007). We analyze its impact on the horror genre, explore how it maximized its shoestring budget, and debate the polarizing effect retroscripting had on its characters. This episode...

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Feb. 23, 2024

319: The Mist (2007)

This week our patrons have voted for us to review The Mist (2007). We dissect the narrative's depth, critique the effectiveness of its CGI creatures, and compare the film's aesthetic to classic 1950s sci-fi horror. This episode contains spoilers,...

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Feb. 9, 2024

317: Lover's Lane (2000)

This week we’re snuggling up with Lover’s Lane (2000). We dissect the film’s take on a classic urban legend, unravel its tangled narrative, and highlight Anna Faris’s debut as a faint glimmer in a murky swamp of mediocrity. This episode...

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Jan. 26, 2024

315: Silent Hill (2006)

This week our patrons have voted for us to navigate the fog of Silent Hill (2006). We delve into the film's loyalty to the game's atmosphere, debate its use of CGI and character development, and analyze the impact of its gruesome kills. This episode...

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Nov. 10, 2023

303: Ginger Snaps (2000)

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review Ginger Snaps (2000). We dissect the film's unique take on lycanthropic transformations as a metaphor for puberty, delve into the intricate portrayal of sibling bonds, and evaluate the...

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July 21, 2023

281: The Collector (2009)

This week our patrons have voted for us to revisit The Collector (2009). We unravel the genesis of its storyline, scrutinize the complexity of its snares, and debate the appeal of its main character. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:05....

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July 14, 2023

280: The Devil's Rejects (2005)

This week we're sifting through the depraved depths of The Devil's Rejects (2005). We unravel its disturbing ferocity, gauge the heightened performances from the infamous Firefly Family, and grapple with the justification of a particularly brutal...

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June 30, 2023

278: The Others (2001)

This week the patrons have elected for us to delve into the eerie fog of The Others (2001). We evaluate the caliber of Nicole Kidman's portrayal, unravel the magnitude of the film's unexpected turn, and dissect the effectiveness of its final act. This...

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May 12, 2023

271: See No Evil (2006)

This week we're stepping into the ring with wrestling horror in See No Evil (2006). We dissect the film's WWE promotional tactics, evaluate its character decisions, and scrutinize Kane's acting prowess. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at...

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Nov. 25, 2022

246: Darkness Falls (2003)

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review Darkness Falls (2003). We assess the quality of the film’s lore, dissect its approach to tooth fairy violence, and debate the quality of its antagonist. This episode contains spoilers,...

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July 29, 2022

224: The Skeleton Key (2005)

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review The Skeleton Key (2005). We break down the plot misdirects, assess the likability of its characters, and ponder the coldness of hospice. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at...

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June 17, 2022

218: Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006)

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to revisit Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (2006). We unpack its approach to slasher meta, uncover easter eggs from other horror properties, and assess its comedic value. This episode...

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April 29, 2022

211: The Descent (2005)

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review The Descent (2005). We assess the film’s atmosphere, unpack the chemistry between its characters, and ponder the quality of its plot. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:21....

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April 8, 2022

208: The Ring (2002)

This week we fall down the well to check out The Ring (2002). We contemplate the film’s impact on American horror, assess how well its aged in 20 years, and ponder the effectiveness of its scares. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 36:41. ...

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April 1, 2022

207: REC (2007)

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for the us to review REC (2007). We assess the quality of its shaky cam, compare it to its American cousin Quarantine (2008), and debate the feasibility of its ending. This episode contains spoilers,...

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