Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast
333 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 159 ratingsEach week a panel of horror fans discuss horror movies past and present. We believe horror is for everyone, regardless of how familiar you are with the genre, or which flavor of fear you fancy most. We dissect new releases, compare originals to reboots, and tell you whether or not the movies are a hack (a waste of time) or a slash (totally killer - pun intended).
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Episodes
133: Black X-mas (2006)
December 25, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team commemorates the holiday season by reviewing Black X-mas (2006). The group explores the impact of studio interference, debates the likability of Lacey Chabert, and learns how dangerous icicles can truly be. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:06. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Black X-mas" Run time: 1h 35m Release Date: Dec. 25, 2006 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode The Rewind: Black Christmas (1974) Support...
132: P2 (2007)
December 18, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team embraces the holiday spirit by unwrapping the Christmas Eve film P2 (2007). The group laments the struggle of carrying bags, debates whether there's an acceptable intersection of creepy and attractive, and learns how personal hydration can mean personal defense. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 36:43. Movie Details IMDB Title: "P2" Run time: 1h 38m Release Date: Nov. 9, 2007 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode...
131: Puppet Master (1989)
December 11, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team dives into the minds of serial killers as they review The Silence of the Lambs (1991). The group explores the film's fidelity to the novel, assesses the reputation of its impact on the LGBTQ+ community, and discusses the perserverance of women in spite of misogyny. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 44:29. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Puppet Master" Run time: 1h 30m Release Date: Oct. 12, 1989 (USA) Mentioned...
130: The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
December 04, 2020 21:38 - 1 hour - 108 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team dives into the minds of serial killers as they review The Silence of the Lambs (1991). The group explores the film's fidelity to the novel, assesses the reputation of its impact on the LGBTQ+ community, and discusses the perserverance of women in spite of misogyny. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 44:29. Movie Details IMDB Title: "The Silence of the Lambs" Run time: 1h 58m Release Date: February 14, 1991 (...
129: Saw III (2006)
November 27, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team is joined by a special guest as they assess Saw III (2006). The group questions the feasibility of the film's traps, ponders the cleanliness of pork processing, and tries to nail down Jigsaw's alleged morality. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 45:48. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Saw III" Run time: 1h 48m Release Date: Oct. 27, 2006 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Spooky Jordie - YouTube How to Beat All ...
128: Blood Rage (1987)
November 20, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team commemorates Thanksgiving by checking out Blood Rage (1987). The group dissects the evil twin trope, laments the struggles of alcoholic parents, pinpoints the worst Thanksgiving dish, and assesses just how much good gore can redeem a movie. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 30:01. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Blood Rage" Run time: 1h 22m Release Date: May 1, 1987 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Katee Sackho...
127: Friday the 13th Part III (1982)
November 13, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team meets Jason in a whole new dimension as they break down Friday the 13th Part III (1982). The group explores the evolution of Jason, debates the quality of franchise Final Girls, and learns there is such a thing has Hammock Sutra. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:30. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Friday the 13th Part III" Run time: 1h 35m Release Date: Aug. 13, 1982 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Leave u...
126: #Alive (2020)
November 06, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team relives lockdown as they break down the South Korean film #Alive (2020), available on Netflix. The group discusses how audio dubbing influences viewing experiences, observes the power of loneliness, and identifies what makes for stellar zombie design. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:03. Movie Details IMDB Title: "#Alive" Run time: 1h 38m Release Date: Sept. 8, 2020 (USA) Patreon Launch We've launche...
125: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988)
October 30, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team closes out Helloween by breaking down the highs and lows of Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988). The group learns about the inconsistencies of Michael's mask, unpacks the film's problematic production, and celebrates the stellar performance of a young Danielle Harris. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:15. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers" Run time: 1h 28m Re...
124: Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)
October 27, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team tackles the controversial classic Halloween III: Season of the Witch. The group unpacks the reasoning for a Myers-less installment, ponders the awkwardness of homoerotic robots, brushes up on the wonder of Stonehenge, and learns Tom Atkins is no Tom Selleck. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 33:15. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Halloween III: Season of the Witch" Run time: 1h 38m Release Date: October 22, 1982...
123: The Houses October Built (2014)
October 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week we wrap up our haunted house romp by unpacking The Houses October Built (2014). We discuss the appeal of zombie paintball, dissect the survival strategy for being buried alive, and stress the importance of strip club etiquette. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 32:07. Movie Details IMDB Title: "The Houses October Built" Run time: 1h 31m Release Date: October 10, 2014 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Haunters: The Art of the Sca...
122: The House of the Devil (2009)
October 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team breaks out the candles and pentagrams to review The House of the Devil (2009). The group delineates the difference between 80's nostalgia and authenticity, appreciates the character stylings of mumblegore, and finds out who among them can't be trusted in someone else's home. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 40:43. Movie Details IMDB Title: "The House of the Devil" Run time: 1h 35m Release Date: April 25, 2...
121: Hell House LLC II: The Abbadon Hotel (2018)
October 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team checks in for another spooky stay with Hell House LLC II: The Abbadon Hotel (2018). The team discusses documentary filmmaking techniques, ponders the success of exposition monologues, and debates the quality of cheddar cheese. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 35:28. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Hell House LLC II: The Abaddon Hotel" Run time: 1h 29m Release Date: September 20, 2018 (USA) Mentioned in the Epi...
120: 3rd Birthday Special: Massacre at Camp Happy Dreams
October 13, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team celebrates the show's third birthday by taking a stab at their own horror adventure. Playing 18-year-old camp counselors, the group works together to hunt down a mysterious killer, fumble through ill-conceived schemes, and wildly neglect their responsibility for the lives of 20 children. This episode doesn't contain spoilers, for once. Patreon Launch We've launched our Patreon page so we could have a place for listener suppo...
119: Night of the Living Dead (1968 vs 1990)
October 09, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team examines Night of the Living Dead (1968) and compares it to Tom Savini's 1990 remake. The group looks back at the historical impact of the original, examines how Savini's war experience impacted his work in film, and ponders whether vampires are just sexy zombies. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details 1968 IMDB Run time: 1h 36m Release Date: October 4, 1968 (USA) 1990 IMDB Run Time: 1h 32m Remake Release D...
118: Creepshow (1982)
October 06, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week we check out the horror anthology Creepshow (1982). We exchange sand burial tactics, discuss the power of lighting, and debate the differences between roach species. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Creepshow" Run time: 2h Release Date: November 12, 1982 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Trick ‘r Treat EC Comics History The Mighty Boosh: The Legend of Old Gregg - Full Video (Old Gregg begins at 12 minutes) P...
117: Hell Fest (2018)
October 02, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team kicks off their 2020 Helloween lineup with Hell Fest (2018). The group compares haunts to horror theme parks, unpacks the power of gut punch endings, and questions the need for scare actor safe words. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Hell Fest" Run time: 1h 29m Release Date: Sept. 28, 2018 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Midnight Sun - Stephanie Meyer - Amazon "The Troll" - What We Do in...
116: Antebellum (2020)
September 25, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team unpacks the complexities of the newly released Antebellum (2020). The group discusses ride sharing safety tips, examines the parallels between our country's past and present, and wonders how Skype managed to let Zoom pass them by. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Antebellum" Run time: 1h 45m Release Date: September 18, 2020 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Bonus Episode - Horror Noire: A His...
115: Maniac (1980 vs 2012)
September 18, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team braces for shocking gore as they compare Maniac (1980) to its 2012 remake. The group considers revising their gore scales, ponders the scare factor of Elijah Wood, and debates the effectiveness of POV filmmaking. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details 1980 IMDB Run time: 1h 27m Release Date: March 6, 1981 (USA) 2012 IMDB Run time: 1h 29m Release Date: October 12, 2012 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode The ...
114: Phantasm (1979)
September 11, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team puts on their funeral attire to check out Phantasm (1979). The group explores the anatomy of an ending, examines the power of a good soundtrack, and debates the appeal of cemetery shenanigans. The group also learns why Alexis hates the name Jody, and Kris schools the group on the difference between Ewoks and Jawas. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Phantasm" Run time: 1h 29m Release Date: Marc...
113: Child's Play 2 (1990)
September 04, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team dusts off a classic franchise and checks out Child's Play 2 (1990). The group looks back on the creepy dolls they've owned, debates how conclusive slasher endings can be, and learns Paris is a Chucky Truther. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Child's Play 2" Run time: 1h 24m Release Date: November 9, 1990 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Child's Play 2: Behind the Screams My Buddy Commercia...
112: The Hills Have Eyes (1977 vs 2006)
August 28, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team compares the 1977 classic The Hills Have Eyes to its 2006 remake. The group examines Wes Craven's approach to retelling the same story, discusses best practices for refueling your car, and unpacks what it means to have a Classic Craven Ending™️. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details 1977 IMDB 2006 IMDB Title: "The Hills Have Eyes" Original Run Time: 1h 30m Remake Run Time: 1h 47m Original Release Date: Jul...
111: Final Destination 2 (2003)
August 21, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team reconnects with their gusty friend Death-Death™ as they break down Final Destination 2 (2003). The team discusses the inevitability of death, ponders the safety hazards found in gas stations, and learns more about the bounciness of road logs. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Final Destination 2" Run time: 1h 30m Release Date: January 31, 2003 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode 1,000 Ways to Di...
110: Ready or Not (2019)
August 14, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team unpacks the 2019 film Ready or Not. The team breaks down the likability of Monopoly, questions the driving factor behind satanic panic in horror, and Ryan starts the movement to #FreeTheGoats. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Ready or Not" Run time: 1h 35m Release Date: August 21, 2019 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode Goat Yoga Satanic Panic Patreon Launch We've launched our Patreon p...
109: Fright Night (1985 vs 2011)
August 07, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 51.7 MBShow 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 46...
108: HOST (2020)
July 31, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team blocks out their calendars for an hour-long Zoom meeting as they unpack the Shudder exclusive, HOST (2020). The team debates the plausibility of a virtual séance, unpacks the history of found footage horror, and shares their Zoom meeting pet peeves. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "HOST" Run time: 56m Release Date: July 30, 2020 (USA) Patreon Launch We've launched our Patreon page so we co...
107: Cam (2018)
July 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 93.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team learns about the wide world of camming as they break down CAM (2018). The group explores the destigmatization of sex workers, discusses the importance of sex-positivity, and attempts to define early 2000's film grunge. The group also looks back on their time with AOL chat rooms, debates whether a hot dog is a sandwich, Mack learns how common internet stalking is, and Alexis considers a career change. This episode contains spoil...
106: Sleepaway Camp II: Unhappy Campers (1988)
July 17, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team tackles a sequel by breaking down the horror comedy Sleepaway Camp II: Unhappy Campers. The group discusses the vilification of mental illness, the weaponization of sex, and the quality of the franchise's approach to transgender representation. The group also debates the responsibility sequels have to uphold the original's legacy, unpacks the true horror of outhouses, and looks back on their own camp experiences. This episode c...
105: The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
July 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team explores the love letter to the horror genre known as The Cabin in the Woods (2012). The group debates the satisfaction of gore distribution versus average gore in a film, looks back on the roots of horror cinema, and wonders if poor underwear design is a Sigourney Weaver trademark. The group also debates the quality of generic versus name brand antagonists, Ryan shares her own creepy cellar story, and Mack schools the group on...
104: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)
July 03, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team rounds out their coverage of the Mystery Inc. gang by checking out the classic slasher, I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). The group considers how Scary Movie and Scooby-Doo have influenced their horror opinions, breaks down the formula for slasher tropes, and looks back fondly on late 90’s fashion. The group also considers the expressiveness of eyebrows, the existence of North Carolina twang, and recognizes the common str...
103: Chopping Mall (1986)
June 26, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team breaks out their mall employee hats to break down the cult classic Chopping Mall (1986). The group discusses the power of a good movie title, looks back on the lack of evolution in retail merchandising, and ponders the longevity of a tarantula career in Hollywood. The group also brings Alexis up to speed on the murder hallways found in malls, questions the logistics of death by electrocution, and learns a few new tricks with la...
102: Midsommar (2019)
June 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team prepares for summer by checking out the 2019 hit, Midsommar. The group examines the pitfalls of poor communication in relationships, assesses the validity of astrological matches, and appreciates the power of quality set design. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Midsommar" Run time: 2h 28m Release Date: July 3, 2019 (USA) Patreon Launch We've launched our Patreon page so we could have a pla...
101: Thir13en Ghosts (2001)
June 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team breaks down a staff pick: Thir13en Ghosts (2001). The group debates the existence of ghosts, breaks down what’s so unlikeable about Matthew Lillard, and looks back fondly on the jump scare video craze of the early 2000’s internet. Paris also presents a theory connecting this film to the 90's classic, Matilda (1996). This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Thir13en Ghosts" Run time: 1h 31m Release Da...
100: 100th Episode Special
June 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 77 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis In this special episode the Hack or Slash team celebrates making it to the big 100. The group answers listener questions, identifies who they'd be in a horror movie, and votes on their Slasher Superlatives. This episode contains spoilers for a random assortment of films. Patreon Launch We've launched our Patreon page so we could have a place for listener support. While we'll always be a non-profit show with no advertisements or official sponsors, we do need...
099: A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985)
June 05, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team kicks off Pride Month by reviewing a film that's deeply rooted in LGBTQ+ culture: A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985). The group looks back on the varying moisture levels of Freddy Krueger's skin, questions how normal it is to have birds as pets, and reflects on how reception to the film's subtext has evolved. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's...
098: Prom Night (1980 vs 2008)
May 29, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team looks back on their own prom experiences as they compare and contrast the 1980's slasher Prom Night with its 2008 title-only remake. The group dissects their impressions of disco dancing, uncovers what really lurks beneath the ballcaps of older men, and looks back on the path Jamie Lee Curtis took to becoming a Scream Queen. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details 1980 IMDB Title: "Prom Night" Run time: 1h 32m R...
097: Alien (1979)
May 22, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team travels aboard Nostromo to unpack the sci-fi horror classic, Alien (1979). The group ponders the potential of alien lifeforms, laments the struggles of poorly designed underwear, and conspires to reveal Mack as a milky android. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Alien" Run time: 1h 57m Release Date: June 22, 1979 (USA) Mentioned in the Episode The True Story of the Alien Suit Actor Spaceba...
096: The Purge (2013)
May 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team travels two years into the future to break down the events of the 2013 dystopian film, The Purge. The group fantasizes about what purge crimes they'd commit, debate how recognizable Lena Headey is, and questions the character of those who choose "Purge Girl" as a Halloween costume. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "The Purge" Run time: 1h 25m Release Date: June 7, 2013 (USA) Patreon Launch ...
095: Graduation Day (1981)
May 08, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team commemorates high school by reviewing Graduation Day (1981). The group breaks down the anatomy of an 80's ending, questions the origins of hitchhiking, and realizes the aging effects of an updo. Paris also educates the group on Vanna White's gown budget, and Ryan pleads for help in understanding the point of boiler rooms. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Graduation Day" Run time: 1h 36m Relea...
094: Suspiria (1977 vs 2018)
May 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team is joined by artist and filmmaker Anthony Presley as they break down the vast differences between the Italian Giallo classic Suspiria (1977) and its 2018 re-imagination. The group highlights the power of color in film, breaks down the different sects of Amish culture, and contemplates the affinity witches have for blood. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details 1977 IMDB 2018 IMDB Title: "Suspiria" 1977 Run Time:...
093: Candyman (1992)
April 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team continues the 90's horror on Netflix trend by exploring Candyman (1992). The group unpacks the parallels between spirituality and fear of urban legends, ponders the cultural impact of the movie within its time, and attempts to discern whether Candyman's one-liners would be effective on Tinder. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Candyman" Run time: 1h 39m Release Date: October 16, 1992 (USA) M...
092: Scream 2 (1997)
April 17, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team unpacks Scream 2 (1997), the meta-horror sequel to Wes Craven's 1996 film that sparked a resurgence in the genre. The group compares modern horror with that found in a pre-Columbine, pre-9/11 America, attempts to differentiate their memories of the Scream and Scary Movie franchises, and ponders the reported impacts of film on real-life violence. The group also highlights the absurdity of true crime Halloween costumes, and Paris...
091: Cabin Fever (2003)
April 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team explores how Eli Roth got his start by checking out Cabin Fever (2003). The group questions the point of filmmakers using slurs as punchlines, examine the impact felt when empathy is lost during crisis, and Paris and Kris bond over a mutual love of Celine Dion. The group also learns Hillary Duff changed Paris's life, and realizes Ryan might be the only person unfamiliar with Peter Jackson. This episode contains spoilers. Movi...
090: The Last House on the Left (1972 vs 2009)
April 03, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team compares Wes Craven's directorial debut, The Last House on the Left (1972), to its 2009 remake. The group examines the historical context of the original, assesses the nuances of the rape-revenge genre, questions the logistics of oral castration, and critiques chainsaw technique in horror films. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details 1972 IMDB 2009 IMDB Title: "The Last House on the Left" Run time: 1h 24m (1972...
089: April Fool's Day (1990)
March 27, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 47.9 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team tests their sense of humor by checking out the holiday slasher, April Fool's Day (1986). The group tries to discern what proper April Fool's Day etiquette is, questions the logistics of a murder mystery bed and breakfast, and learns Maury Povich has made his way to TikTok. Alexis also schools the group on her history with Cosmopolitan quizzes. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "April Fool's Day" ...
088: Contagion (2011)
March 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team opts to raise their anxiety by reviewing the 2011 film Contagion. The group reflects on the danger of internet culture, wonders why conspiracy theorists suffer from subpar web design, and basks in Kate Winslet's Capricorn energy. Kris also learns why no one likes Gwyneth Paltrow, and the group discusses the many features of the game Plague, Inc. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Contagion" Run t...
087: Misery (1990)
March 13, 2020 04:00 - 52 minutes - 52.5 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team checks out the Academy Award-winning 1990 adaptation of Stephen King's Misery. The group attempts to pinpoint the pinnacle of Kathy Bates's career, unpacks the intensity of frenzied fandoms, and learns about serial killers who've preyed on patients in their care. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Misery" Run time: 1h 47m Release Date: November 30, 1990 (USA) Patreon Launch We've recently la...
086: A Quiet Place (2018)
March 06, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team embraces the sound of silence in A Quiet Place (2018). The group details what it takes to make convincing aliens, ponders whether they'd be able to survive in silence, and questions the recklessness of procreating during the apocalypse. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "A Quiet Place" Run time: 1h 30m Release Date: April 6, 2018 (USA) Patreon Launch We've recently launched our Patreon page ...
085: Teeth (2007)
February 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team wraps up Women in Horror Month by breaking down a dark feminist comedy: Teeth (2007). The group assesses the tightrope dark comedies must walk, unpacks the lore of Vagina Dentata, and discusses the actual prominence of abstinence groups. This episode contains spoilers and features extended dialogue surrounding subject matter that may be disturbing for some listeners. Trigger warning: sexual assault. Movie Details IMDB Tit...
084: Brahms: The Boy II (2020)
February 21, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBShow Notes Episode Synopsis This week the Hack or Slash team is joined by a special guest as they head to the theater to review Brahms: The Boy II (2020). The group debates Brahm's sex appeal, looks back at the body of work Katie Homes has produced, and ponders whether creepy doll movies have run their course. This episode contains spoilers. Movie Details IMDB Title: "Brahms: The Boy II" Run time: 1h 26m Release Date: February 21, 2020 (USA) Patreon Launch We've recently lau...