109: Fright Night (1985 vs 2011)

Show Notes Episode Synopsis

This week the Hack or Slash team busts out the vampire lore as they break down the 1985 cult classic Fright Night and compare it to the 2011 remake. The group debates the comedic value of vampires, reflects on the quality of vampiric glow ups, questions equal opportunity employment policies for familiars, and discovers one among them is a believer. This episode contains spoilers.

Movie Details

1985 IMDB

2011 IMDB

Title: "Fright Night"

Run time: 1h 46m

1985 Release Date: August 2, 1985 (USA)

2011 Release Date: August 19, 2011 (USA)

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