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 unpack Leatherface’s pent up rage. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 30:20. Support the…
This week we unpack Jordan Peele’s directorial debut: Get Out (2017). We break down the impact the film has had on the horror genre, peel back the layers of its storytelling, and assess the quality of its performances. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 29:51. Support the Show - Patreon…
This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for us to review Sorority Row (2009). We break down the quality of its cast, unpack the intricacy of its plot, and assess its place among early 2000’s slashers. **This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 31:29.** Support the Show - Patreon…
HELLO, SIDNEY 📞 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 contains spoilers, beginning…
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. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise We've launched our…
This week we keep the Spooky Season going by checking out Fear Street Part Two: 1978 (2021). We explore the emotional bonds between sisters, unpack its homages to other horror films, and debate the quality of its gore. In this episode's B-side, we take turns identifying what makes a movie…
This week we reunite and head to the theaters to see Halloween Kills (2021). We unpack its approach to mob mentality, break down the intensity of The Shape's violent rage, and examine the film's parallels with Halloween II (1981) and Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988). In this…
This week our patrons have chosen for us to review Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021). We explore how the film captures the spirit of R.L. Stine's work, debate how successfully it implemented its lore, and bask in 90's nostalgia. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 31:13. Support the Show…
This week our patrons have voted for us to explore James Wan's latest film, Malignant (2021). We discuss the film's absurd levels of camp, explore the beauty of its cinematography, debate the legitimacy of its twist, and discover the ways Wan infused his past films within this story. In this…
This week we look into the mirror to summon Nia DaCosta's Candyman (2021). We explore its connection to the 1992 film, discuss the expanded mythology of Candyman, and compare our interpretations of the film's ending. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 30:30. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise We've…
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. Support the Show…
This week we unzip the new Shudder original Slaxx (2021). We examine the struggles of working in retail, debate the humor of sentient clothing, and dig into the film's message on corporate greed. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 22:44. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise We've launched our…
This week we check out the highly anticipated sequel, A Quiet Place II (2021). We examine the power of the performances, debate the quality of its ending, and ponder whether the aliens could defeat a megalodon. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 35:59. Support the Show - Patreon & Merchandise…
This week we head back to the theaters to check out the newly released Spiral (2021). We assess its departure from franchise tactics, debate the quality of its twist, and break down its abundance of cop tropes. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 39:19. Support the Show - Patreon &…
This week we lace up our hiking boots as we explore the newly released Wrong Turn (2021). We assess the movie's departure from its original antagonists, break down the maturity of its growth, and debate the appeal of communes. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 33:39. Support the Show -…