New Releases Episodes

This week we head back to the theater to check out The Black Phone (2022). We assess the quality of the performances, break down the source of its tension, and consider how local tragedies impact their communities. This episode contains spoilers,...

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....

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. ...

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,...

This week we head back to the theater to check out Ti West’s X (2022). We discuss the inspiration it took from iconic horror films, rejoice in the craftsmanship of its gore, and unpack the impact of its ending. This episode contains spoilers,...

This week we head to the theater to check out Umma (2022). We unpack the layered undercurrents the film presents, break down the dynamics of generational divides, and share the personal connections the film stirred for us. This episode contains...

This week we renew our Netflix subscriptions to check out the newly released Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022). We dissect the disparity between the film’s cinematography and performances, debate the fate of the franchise’s original survivor, and...

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review It Follows (2014). We peel back the layers of the film’s story, debate the ranking of its characters, and question the logistics of entity transmission. This episode contains spoilers,...

This week we return to the cinema to check out Ghostface's return in the newly released Scream (2022). We discuss the longevity of the original cast, debate the quality of its red herrings, and reflect on a Scream film without Wes Craven. This episode...

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...

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for the us to review Stay Alive (2006). We break down the film's integration of gaming culture, assess the quality of its character development, and share our own relationships with gaming. This episode...

This week we revisit a feminist franchise by checking out Slumber Party Massacre (2021). We discuss the deadliness of power tools, unpack how the film subverts audience expectations, and examine how it pays respect to the original film. This episode...

This week we conclude a hit Netflix trilogy by checking out Fear Street Part Three: 1666 (2021). We unpack the originality of its approach to witches, explore the depths of its characters, and discuss the parallels between 1666 and 1994. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:20.

This week we check out the winner of the third round of our 2021 Cohost Clash: Hush (2016), nominated by Ryan.

This week our patrons have voted for us to explore James Wan's latest film, Malignant (2021).

This week we check out the winner of the second round of our 2021 Cohost Clash: Sphere (1998), nominated by Mack.

This week we reunite and head to the theaters to see Halloween Kills (2021).

This week the Hack or Slash team celebrates the show's fourth birthday by taking another stab at a horror adventure.

This week we keep the Spooky Season going by checking out Fear Street Part Two: 1978 (2021).

This week we check out Trick (2019), streaming on Hulu.

This week we kick off the 2021 Spooky Season by digging into The Conjuring (2013).

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for the team to review His House (2020).

This week the Hack or Slash team looks into the mirror to summon Nia DaCosta's Candyman (2021).

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have chosen for the team to review Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021).