It Slays Podcast
238 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe're dying to talk horror. Join Rowan, Mike, Colton, and Gill as they slash through HORROR MOVIE CANON every other Sunday. Is your favourite horror movie a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY? Tune in to find out!
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Abigail (2024) (NOW SLAYING)
April 23, 2024 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBColton & Rowan practice their pliés and jeté into theatres for Radio Silence's latest, ABIGAIL (2024)! Did modern movie marketing ruin the "twist?" Has Colton come around on Melissa Barrera? And, are these takes going to drive a stake through the heart of Horror Hounds everywhere? Probably. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:59) Synopsis (00:04:29) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:04:54) Review (SPOILERS) (00:24:...
Beetlejuice (1988)
April 14, 2024 09:00 - 2 hours - 92.3 MBThe squad kicks off APRIL GHOULS with a big one, BEETLEJUICE (1988)! Dune VS Beetlejuice, who has the best sandworms? Was this the role of a lifetime for Michael Keaton? And there is no way Colton can hate this movie, right? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:58) Trailer (00:46:07) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:46:38) Review (00:52:04) Rating/What Did You Think? (01:41:00...
The First Omen (2024) (NOW SLAYING)
April 07, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBColton & Rowan say their prayers and head to theatres to witness THE FIRST OMEN (2024)! Did Arkasha Stevenson just set the standard for what we want from mid-budget mainstream horror going forward? Were we genuinely unsettled by what we saw? And, can Colton make it five minutes without comparing this film to last month's IMMACULATE? Probably not. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:06:43) Synopsis (00:07:13) Re...
Late Night With The Devil (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
April 03, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBColton & Rowan tune their televisions to the must-see TV event of 1977, LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL (2023)! Is David Dastmalchian leading man material? Is the immaculate set design tarnished by AI? And, can Rowan find it in his heart to love found footage? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:07:42) Synopsis (00:08:26) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:08:40) Review (SPOILERS) (00:36:55) Rating (00:57:14) Promotions/Ou...
Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed (2004)
March 31, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 68 MBThe squad takes a trip to the Great White North with Gill's pick, GINGER SNAPS 2: UNLEASHED (2004)! Has Colton warmed up to this franchise? Have the VFX improved since the first film? And wait… Wasn't Willow Catelyn Maclay supposed to guest on this episode?! Tune in to find out where Willow went and if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: PSA/Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:03:09) Trailer (00:37:36) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:38:...
You'll Never Find Me (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
March 27, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBColton & Rowan weather the storm and check out the new Shudder Original, YOU'LL NEVER FIND ME (2023). Do we have another Aussie horror hit on our hands? What did we think of the sound design? And, most importantly, did the third act keep us on our toes? Tune in to find out if we gave these films a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:09) Synopsis (00:05:09) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:33) Review (SPOILERS) (00:16:57) Rating (00:34:40) Promotions/O...
Immaculate/Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) (NOW SLAYING)
March 25, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBColton & Rowan race to theatres for a DOUBLE FEATURE of IMMACULATE and GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE! What's scarier: the history of the Catholic church or "something strange in your neighbourhood?" Are we happy to have the Ghostbusters back in NYC? And, is Sydney Sweeney our new favourite scream queen? Tune in to find out if we gave these films a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Immaculate: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:05:04) Synopsis (00:06:09) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:06:30) ...
Leprechaun 4: In Space (1996)
March 17, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBOG squad member Xylia returns to the show to discuss the science fiction epic, LEPRECHAUN 4: IN SPACE (1996). Are we pissed at the lack of limericks? Is Colton over Kelly Armstrong? And, most importantly, is Hello Kitty Island Adventure stealing Xylia's identity?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:54) Trailer (00:45:02) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:45:45) Review (00:50:5...
Imaginary (2024) (NOW SLAYING)
March 15, 2024 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBColton & Rowan get all dressed up for a tea party with their IMAGINARY friends. Is Chauncey the Bear the new ANNABELLE? Does Blumhouse have another gateway horror hit on their hands? And, does this film live up to everything we imagined it to be? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:15) Synopsis (00:03:45) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:04:14) Review (SPOILERS) (00:20:06) Rating (00:39:07) Promotions/Outro (00:...
Eden Lake (2008) (PATREON PICK)
March 10, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBThe squad goes camping for Colton's Mom, Joy's, Patreon Pick, EDEN LAKE (2008)! Just how EXTREME is this flick? Is Michael Fassbender a huge pussy? And, how about THAT ending? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:32) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:05:17) Review (00:09:21) Rating (01:01:55) Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays Podcast's Horrific Playlist) (01:06:24) Outro (01:07:47) F...
What Ever Happened To Baby Jane? (1962)
March 03, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBThe squad cooks up a delicious course of basement rats and chews over Mike's pick, WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE? (1962). Are Joan Crawford & Bette Davis the Arnie & Sly of their time? Has anyone ever heard of a psycho-biddy? And, is Baby Jane really one of the greatest villains of all time? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:28) Trailer (00:45:55) Synopsis/First Experienc...
Child's Play (1988) (FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY)
February 17, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBThe squad straps on their Good Guys tool belts just in time for our FIFTH ANNIVERSARY, and discuss YOUR pick, CHILD'S PLAY (1988). Was this the birth of an icon or a happy accident? Can a "killer doll movie" still provide some scares? And, what is going on with that breakfast in bed?! Tune in for an episode of celebration and to all find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! Thank you for all of your support over these past five years—whether you've been here since the beginni...
Out Of Darkness/Lisa Frankenstein (2022/2024) (NOW SLAYING)
February 14, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBColton & Rowan head to theatres for a Valentine's DOUBLE FEATURE of OUT OF DARKNESS and LISA FRANKENSTEIN! Take a drink every time we say "prehistoric horror", laugh as a couple of dudes try their best to discuss the feminist themes of both films, and cringe as Colton insults BookTok girlies everywhere. Honestly, we probably should've had Gill on this one... But, that's it! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Out Of Darkness: Theme/Intro (00:00:00...
Sinister (2012)
February 04, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBThe squad kicks off FAN-FAVOURITE FEBRUARY with the most requested movie since our inception, SINISTER (2012)! Is this really the scariest film in history? Are we all about those snuff films? And of course, we have to take some time to appreciate those cardigans! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:38) Trailer (00:35:45) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:36:15) Review (00:40:43...
The Medium (2021) (PATREON PICK)
January 28, 2024 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MBThe squad takes a trip to Thailand with Horror Hound Steven's Patreon pick, THE MEDIUM (2021)! Is this found-footage mockumentary scary and/or unsettling? What'd we think of the naturalistic performances? And, I can't believe we're asking this, but… Is this our best Patreon pick, yet? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:25) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:04:56) Review (00:08:48) Rating (00:49:20) Promotion...
Dead Silence (2007)
January 21, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBThis squad of dummies brings WANUARY to a close with the often overlooked DEAD SILENCE (2007)! What's scarier: creepy dolls or minotaur milking? Can anyone distinguish between Fats, Slappy, and Billy? And, can Gill judge a good acting performance to save her life? Not a chance. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:05) Trailer (00:41:51) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:42:21) R...
Night Swim (2024) (NOW SLAYING)
January 11, 2024 12:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBColton & Rowan slip on their trunks and dive in for a late NIGHT SWIM. Does Blumhouse have another M3GAN on their hands? Is this a worthy addition to WANUARY? And most importantly, does this do for backyard pools what JAWS did for beaches? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:06:23) Synopsis (00:06:53) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:07:19) Review (SPOILERS) (00:20:08) Rating (00:35:30) Promotions/Outro (00:38:32) ...
Malignant (2021)
January 07, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBThe squad rings in the new year with WANUARY—a full month devoted to discussing the works of James Wan, and what better way to kick things off than with his mind-boggling, giallo-inspired, and wildly divisive, MALIGNANT! Is it Gill's turn to not "get" camp? Can Mike & Rowan show Colton the errors in his 2021 review? Or, is Wanuary cancelled before it even begun? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why...
2024: The Year Ahead (NOW SLAYING)
January 01, 2024 13:00 - 2 hours - 87.5 MB2023 is DEAD. Let's take a look at THE YEAR AHEAD! Join Colton & Rowan on a special episode of NOW SLAYING where the guys break down 2024's upcoming horror releases! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Night Swim (00:08:25) Handling The Undead (00:13:20) Out Of Darkness (00:19:03) Lisa Frankenstein (00:22:57) Baghead (00:26:51) Imaginary (00:31:16) The First Omen (00:36:41) Untitled Universal Monster Movie (00:40:37) Return To Silent Hill (00:44:30) The Watchers (00:47:54) A Quie...
Deadly Games (1989)
December 24, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.9 MBThe squad SLEIGHS the season with their Holiday pick, DEADLY GAMES (1989)! Does Thomas put Kevin McCallister to shame? Is Grandpa the true hero of the story? And, does this criminally under-watched holiday horror deserve a spot on your annual "nice" list? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLEIGH! Happy Holidays from the It Slays Crew! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:07) Trailer (00:39:23) Synopsis/First Exper...
The Innkeepers (2011)
December 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBThe squad checks in to Colton's pick, THE INNKEEPERS (2011)! Is Ti West's early work a little too subtle? Does Rowan sense some romantic chemistry? And, can an ending be "good" if it requires a Reddit deep dive? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:44) Trailer (00:25:57) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:26:27) Review (00:30:47) Rating/What Did You Think? (01:21:09) Horrific H...
It's A Wonderful Knife (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
December 06, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, the Northern Lights make Colton & Rowan check out the new holiday horror film, IT'S A WONDERFUL KNIFE! Is this festive enough for an annual winter watch? Is the killer straight out of Marvel's MOON KNIGHT? And wait—why is everyone smoking crack in this movie?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:02:32) Synopsis (00:04:23) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:04:42) Review (SPOILERS) (00:18...
Graveyard Shift (1990) (PATREON PICK)
December 03, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBThe squad downs some Diet Pepsi and hunts for rats in Horror Hound Mark's Patreon pick, GRAVEYARD SHIFT (1990). Is this yet another horrible Stephen King adaptation or a hidden gem? Does this feature the single best piece of product placement in cinema? And, does Rowan know have any clue what "DP" stands for? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:26) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:03:56) Review (00:06:43) Rat...
Get Out (2017)
November 26, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBThe squad spills the tea on Gill's pick, GET OUT (2017)! Did this debut solidify Jordan Peele as a top-tier horror director? Is there room for this much humour in horror? And, can we stop Mike from raving about Catherine Keener? NOT A CHANCE! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:36) Trailer (00:30:25) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:30:55) Review (00:36:05) Rating/What Did Yo...
Thanksgiving (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
November 19, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan carve into Eli Roth's new film, THANKSGIVING (2023)! Is this destined to be a holiday favourite or quickly forgotten? Has Eli Roth changed his edgy ways? And, most importantly, what is the best Thanksgiving dish? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:02:51) Synopsis (00:03:21) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:03:36) Review (SPOILERS) (00:16:42) Rating (00:37:43) Promotio...
The Lords Of Salem (2012)
November 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThe squad tries to get to the bottom of this witches curse with Mike’s pick, THE LORDS OF SALEM (2012)! Is this a more subdued Rob than most are use too? Is this Sheri Moon Zombie’s best performance? And, OF COURSE we are going to talk about the music! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:27) Trailer (00:24:31) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:25:01) Review (00:27:39) Rating/W...
Five Nights At Freddy's (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
October 31, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan cut the game theory and discuss the movie adaptation of FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S (2023)! Has Rowan softened on PG-13 horror? Has Colton consumed every FNAF theory on the internet? Is this the AVENGERS: ENDGAME for socially awkward iPad kids? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:25) Synopsis (00:04:55) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:21) Review (SPOILERS) (00:23:21) ...
Halloween 5: The Revenge Of Michael Myers (1989)
October 29, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOG squad member Xylia returns just in time to continue our annual Halloween tradition with HALLOWEEN 5: THE REVENGE OF MICHAEL MYERS (1989)! Is the fifth iteration of a franchise the time to try out bold new stylistic choices? How much do we love Michael's mask this time around? And, did we unknowingly usher in the battle of the sexes?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:48) ...
Van Helsing (2004) Featuring Patrick Dunn from EHMON (PATREON PICK)
October 22, 2023 12:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBThe squad goes on a gothic adventure with Every Horror Movie On Netflix host, and fellow horror hound, Patrick's Patreon pick, VAN HELSING (2004). Is this a worthy homage to the Universal Monsters? Is CGI of this calibre forgivable? And, did Patrick pick this just to troll us? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:16) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:04:46) Review (00:07:42) Rating (00:49:57) Promotions (Horri...
The Exorcist (1973) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
October 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBThe squad invites Willow Catelyn Maclay back to the show to discuss one of the most iconic horror movies of all time with Rowan's pick, THE EXORCIST (1973)! Is this still one of the scariest movies ever made? Are we fans of the theatrical or the director's cut? And no one on the show could ever HATE such a staple of horror movie canon… Right? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01...
The Exorcist: Believer (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
October 13, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton and Rowan pray for THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER (2023)! Does this film destroy the EXORCIST franchise? Is Rowan still team DGG? And, does Colton have ANYTHING positive to say? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:55) Synopsis (00:04:25) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:04:45) Review (SPOILERS) (00:18:29) Rating (00:44:44) Promotions/Outro (00:50:15) Follow us on all social media:...
Totally Killer (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
October 11, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill put on their fringe and travel back to 1987 with TOTALLY KILLER (2023)! Has Kiernan Shipka found her calling as a badass scream queen? Did Blumhouse do a disservice by not giving this a theatrical release? And, most importantly… Do blowjobs save lives? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:02:30) Synopsis (00:04:58) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:45) Review (SPOILERS) (...
Saw X (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
October 05, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton, Gill, & Rowan keep their eyeballs peeled (literally) with SAW X (2023)! Are we fans of the SAW franchise? Did the traps this time around meet our expectations? And, can Rowan keep his filthy politics out of our horror movies!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:05:00) Synopsis (00:05:30) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:06:02) Review (SPOILERS) (00:24:17) Rating (00:41:06) P...
The Wicker Man (1973/2006)
October 01, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 92.9 MBThe squad gets DOUBLE the folk horror with Colton's pick, THE WICKER MAN (1973 & 2006)! Did MIDSOMMAR blatantly rip this off? Can Nic Cage screaming about bees save your horror remake? And, most importantly… Does size matter? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:05:45) Trailer (00:30:24) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:31:53) Review (00:35:57) Rating/What Did You Think? (01:07:1...
No One Will Save You (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
September 29, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan keep an eye out for little green men in NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU (2023)! Is this one of the best direct-to-streaming horror releases in years? What did we think of the ending? And, most importantly, what kind of trashy magazines did Rowan read as a kid? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:20) Synopsis (00:03:56) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:04:09) Review (SPOILERS) (0...
It Lives Inside (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
September 26, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan break open the new Indian horror film, IT LIVES INSIDE (2023)! Does this usher in an exciting new horror director? Does the entity bear a striking resemblance to another horror creature from this year? And, does Rowan continue to call this movie by a more x-rated title? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:02:01) Synopsis (00:02:31) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:02:50) ...
Terrifier (2016) Featuring Anthony Nicastro
September 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBSpecial guest, Anthony Nicastro, squeezes into our clown car to discuss Gill's pick, TERRIFIER (2016). Is Art the Clown the most iconic horror villain of the last decade? Are these practical effects to die for? And, will the squad rip out Anthony's heart with their rating? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:57) Trailer (00:13:50) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:14:55) Review...
The Nun II (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
September 12, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill drink the blood of Jesus and watch THE NUN II (2023)! Is this movie too reliant on jump scares? How much does Gill enjoy THE CONJURING universe? And, can Rowan say a single nice thing about this film? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:01) Synopsis (00:04:31) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:05:00) Review (SPOILERS) (00:20:00) Rating (00:33:56) Promotions/Outro (00:3...
eXistenZ (1999)
September 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBThe squad gets gooey and explores virtual game worlds with Mike’s pick, eXistenZ (1999). How do we feel about David Cronenberg’s relationship with the body? Does Gill have a thing for young Jennifer Jason Leigh? Mike & Rowan sweat it out as Jude Law penetrates what hole with his tongue? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:19) Trailer (00:24:30) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:...
Phantasm (1979) (PATREON PICK)
August 27, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBThe squad gives a proper eulogy for Horror Hound Niklas' Patreon pick, PHANTASM (1978). Does this film cater to Mike & Rowan? Does the Tall Man “measure up” to his reputation? And, is Gill doomed to make enemies with her review? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:50) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:05:20) Review (00:08:29) Rating (00:36:54) Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays Podcast...
I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)
August 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThe squad can’t keep the secret anymore—Rowan's pick is I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (1997). Is there any movie with a more 90s cast? Is S.M.G. the real star of this film? Is this slasher overrated or a true cult classic? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:59) Trailer (00:23:28) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:23:58) Review (00:28:48) Rating/What Did You Think? (01:08:15...
The Last Voyage Of The Demeter (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
August 16, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill hope Dracula is "fond of me lobster" in the nautical-themed horror, THE LAST VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER (2023)! Has Universal finally done right by one of their classic monsters? Did any of the jump scares get Gill? And, does this film pass the "Rowan" test? Wait... What the hell kind of test is that?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:22) Synopsis (00:03:52) Review ...
Thesis (1996)
August 06, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 71 MBThe squad settles in with a little snuff and reviews Colton's pick, THESIS (1996). Does the analog detective work still work twenty years later? Have recent horror releases been sorely lacking good chase sequences? And, did Colton's misunderstanding of what this film was about completely ruin his enjoyment? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:47) Trailer (00:39:37) Synopsis/F...
Talk To Me (2022) (NOW SLAYING)
August 01, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan hold hands and talk about A24's TALK TO ME (2022)! Does a horror film finally understand teenagers? Is this the strongest directorial debut since BARBARIAN? And, has A24 finally stopped making films about grief? Probably not. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:02:29) Synopsis (00:02:58) Review (Spoiler Free) (00:03:18) Review (SPOILERS) (00:22:29) Rating (00:43:...
Queen Of The Damned (2002)
July 23, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBThe squad gets Korn-y with Gill's pick, QUEEN OF THE DAMNED (2002). Sure, this MTV, Nu-Metal soundtrack slaps, but does it work for this film? Just how good was Aaliyah? And, can Stuart Townsend fill the frilled shirt of Tom Cruise? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:26) Trailer (00:17:36) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:18:06) Review (00:21:49) Rating/What Did You Think? (...
Train To Busan (2016) (PATREON PICK)
July 16, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBWith our new and improved Patreon launched, the squad tackles our first new Patreon pick, Holly's pick, TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016). Is Gill a big fan of Ma Dong? Does Colton empathize with the plight of the rich businessman? And, can Rowan pronounce the name of this movie? Definitely not. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! And, if you want to choose a movie for us to review, head on over to Patreon.com/itslayspodcast and become a Horror Hound, today! CHAPTERS: T...
Insidious: The Red Door (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
July 12, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill enter the further and discuss INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR (2023)! Does this close the book on an iconic horror franchise? What does the future look like for Patrick Wilson as a director? And how badly did the jump scares get Gill & Rowan? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:56) Synopsis (00:04:26) Review (Spoiler Free) (00:05:02) Review (SPOILERS) (00:14:41) Rating ...
Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II (1987)
July 09, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBThe squad gets dressed up and brings their childhood trauma to prom with Mike's pick, HELLO MARY LOU: PROM NIGHT II (1987). Did we find a "Mike pick" that Colton doesn't hate? Can Rowan get over that rocking horse? And, is Gill regretting her musical tastes? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming? (00:04:52) Trailer (00:32:50) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:33:16) Review (00:40:51) Rating/What Did You...
Hellraiser (1987) (PRIDE PICK)
June 25, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBThe boys are left to their own devices to close out PRIDE 2023 with Rowan's pick, HELLRAISER (1987). Is Clive Barker a timeless queer icon? Is this the pinnacle of wet, goopy movies? And, just who is fat Morpheus? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro/Pride Book Recommendations (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming? (00:06:49) Trailer (00:30:55) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:31:26) Review (00:34:44) Rating/What Did You Think? (01:18:40)...
The Babadook (2014) (PRIDE PICK)
June 11, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBThe squad kicks off PRIDE 2023 with Colton's pick, THE BABADOOK (2014). How did Mister Babadook become a gay icon? Do we smell some of Tim Burton's influence here? And, is the "daddy" of elevated horror incredibly overrated? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming? (00:03:52) Trailer (00:17:43) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:18:14) Review (00:21:44) Rating/What Did You Think? (01:09:51) Horrific Hotli...