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Cults Episodes

Horror often finds power in exploring blind faith and group devotion. This category focuses on films about religious movements, secret orders, and societies where belief turns dangerous. Curated for our 31 Days of Horror challenge.
March 27, 2025

383: Society (1989)

This week our patrons have decided we’re diving into the world of Society (1989). We examine its grotesque body horror effects, evaluate its satirical take on class warfare, and assess the impact of its climax. This episode contains spoilers,...

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Oct. 29, 2024

360: Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995)

This week we’re heading back to Haddonfield with Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995). We delve into its chaotic production history, dissect the contrast between the theatrical and producer’s cuts, and examine its mark on the franchise. In...

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Oct. 24, 2023

298: Hereditary (2023)

This week we’ve gathered three generations of hosts to unpack the highly-requested Hereditary (2018). We delve into its jaw-dropping story beats, unravel its depiction of strained family relationships, and dig deep into its nuanced take on mourning....

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Oct. 3, 2023

292: Infinity Pool (2023)

This week Paris returns to help us break down Infinity Pool (2023). We ponder the real underlying message of its plot, compare it to the horror of elder Cronenberg films, and debate the quality of its ending. In this episode’s b-side, we consider...

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Aug. 25, 2023

286: The Invitation (2015)

This week our patrons have voted for us to review The Invitation (2015). We unravel its depiction of anxiety, analyze the relationships among its characters, and discuss the effectiveness of its conclusion. This episode contains spoilers, starting at...

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June 10, 2022

217: Rosemary's Baby (1968)

This week we’re commemorating the 54th anniversary of Rosemary’s Baby (1968). We examine the film’s approach to gaslighting, assess the quality of its ending, and ponder how a modern remake would fair. This episode contains spoilers, beginning...

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Jan. 7, 2022

194: The Lodge (2019)

This week we kick off 2022 by checking out The Lodge (2019). We unpack the emotion woven into its plot, assess the quality of its pacing, and discuss the power of its cinematography. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:03. Mentioned in...

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March 19, 2021

146: The Wicker Man (1973 vs 2006)

This week the Hack or Slash team compares The Wicker Man (1973) to its infamous 2006 remake.

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June 19, 2020

102: Midsommar (2019)

This week the Hack or Slash team prepares for summer by checking out the 2019 hit, Midsommar.

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Dec. 13, 2019

073: Black Christmas (2019)

This week Kris and Ryan unpack the newly released third coming of a classic slasher, Black Christmas.

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