Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

This week we're resurrecting chaos with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024). We explore its clever nods to the original, analyze the updated set designs, and debate the effectiveness of new characters. In this episode's b-side, we ponder the concept of afterlife employment, unpack the implications of afterlife bureaucracy, and consider the cost of afterlife real estate. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:58.

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Discussion | Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)

287: Beetlejuice (1988)

Beetlejuice (1988) [4K UHD]

Beetlejuice: The Complete Series [DVD]

Spirit Halloween - Beetlejuice LED Marquee Sign

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"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

This week we're diving into the found footage horror of Hell House LLC 3: Lake of Fire (2019). We break down its plot, critique its sound design, and discuss its ranking in the franchise. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 30:33.

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Main Episode

Discussion | Hell House LLC III: Lake of Fire (2019)

Hell House LLC - The Complete Collection

Previous Episodes

Rewind: Hell House LLC (2015)

Episode 121: Hell House LLC II: The Abbadon Hotel (2018)

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"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

This week we're diving into the gritty neon world of MaXXXine (2024). We analyze its portrayal of 1980s Hollywood, assess the intensity of its violence, and evaluate the evolution of Maxine Minx. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 45:19.

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MaXXXine (2024)

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Episode 206: X (2022)

Episode 232: Pearl (2022)

Pride 2022: Understanding Camp with Vardaan Arora

Richard Ramirez - The Night Stalker

Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer

B-side

AMC A-List

Hack or Slash on Letterboxd

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• Quimby
• Marc
• R.L.
• Brandi
• Noah
• Simon
• Jeff
• Gabriel
• Robert D.
• Daviywan H.
• Daniel L.
• Rodmar912
• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
• Sean Z.
• Melvin M.
• Nebraska
• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This week we're diving into patriotic horror with Uncle Sam (1996). We dissect the film's of camp and social commentary, assess the quality of its practical effects, and unpack its take on patriotism. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 23:50.

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Uncle Sam (1996)

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• Marika
• Quimby
• Marc
• R.L.
• Brandi
• Noah
• Simon
• Jeff
• Gabriel
• Robert D.
• Daviywan H.
• Daniel L.
• Rodmar912
• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
• Sean Z.
• Melvin M.
• Nebraska
• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This week our patrons have voted for us to check out Dead Silence (2007). We evaluate its gothic atmosphere, dissect its balance of campy elements and scares, and debate its rewatch value. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:48.

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Dead Silence (2007)

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Ventriloquism

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• Marika
• Quimby
• Marc
• R.L.
• Brandi
• Noah
• Simon
• Jeff
• Gabriel
• Robert D.
• Daviywan H.
• Daniel L.
• Rodmar912
• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
• Sean Z.
• Melvin M.
• Nebraska
• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This week we're plunging into the aquatic horrors of Underwater (2020). We analyze the film's claustrophobic atmosphere, critique the blend of sci-fi and horror elements, and discuss the effectiveness of its creature design. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 23:28.

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Underwater (2020)

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Alternate Ending

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• R.L.
• Brandi
• Noah
• Simon
• Jeff
• Marc
• Gabriel
• Robert D.
• Daviywan H.
• Daniel L.
• Rodmar912
• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
• Sean Z.
• Melvin M.
• Nebraska
• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This week we're exploring the wilderness of In a Violent Nature (2024). We evaluate its bold stylistic choices, dissect its homage to the slasher genre, and grapple with the film's divisive ending. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 42:25.

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In a Violent Nature (2024)

Spooky Season 2024

Spooky Empire - Learn More

Spooky Empire - Buy Tickets

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In a Violent Nature Filmmakers Tease 'Pretty Spooky' Sequel Idea

'World's Most Terrifying Minion': Stephen King Praises New Slasher Film

'Maybe in the Sequel': In a Violent Nature Team Details Scrapped Kill Scene

In a Violent Nature - Official Trailer

Michael Myers Goes Trick or Treating | Halloween (2018)

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We want to give a special thanks to the following patrons:

• Gabriel
• Robert D.
• Daviywan H.
• Daniel L.
• Rodmar912
• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
• Sean Z.
• Melvin M.
• Nebraska
• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This week our patrons have voted for us to review Orphan (2009). We dissect the predictability of its plot twist, evaluate the performances by Vera Farmiga and Isabelle Fuhrman, and debate the film's lasting impact on the horror genre. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 25:16.

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Orphan (2009)

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Orphan: First Kill (2022)

Florida woman posing as student goes to high school campus to promote her Instagram, police say

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We want to give a special thanks to the following patrons:

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• Daniel L.
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• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
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• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week we're digging into the nostalgia of Summer of 84 (2018). We evaluate its retro suburban vibe, dissect the undertones of adolescent investigation, and weigh the film's use of classic horror elements against its thriller aspects. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:41.

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Summer of 84 (2018)

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Manhunt - Video Game

7 of History's Most Notorious Serial Killers

List of Serial Killers in the United States

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Join our Discord Server

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We want to give a special thanks to the following patrons:

• Gabriel
• Robert D.
• Daviywan H.
• Daniel L.
• Rodmar912
• Landon S.
• Jayne V.
• Sean Z.
• Melvin M.
• Nebraska
• Sarahtonin
• Mary
• Michael M.
• Cassilda M.
• Ruth
• Jason N.
• Kyle
• Jake M.
• Martin
• Kathy S.
• Austin G.
• Kit C.
• Charlie M.
• Jax
• Kathryn S.
• Joe
• Sara P.
• Taffy S.
• Melissa A.
• Samantha S.
• Mandi
• Navya
• Jordan
• Zunican
• Miggy Mack
• Patrick
• Lizabeth
• Jen
• Robby
• Jonathan S.
• Garrett
• Zophiela
• Alexandra G.
• Christopher K.
• Maddy O.
• Brittany R.
• Joseph D.
• Rob H.
• Darren M.
• Karlin M.
• Damien V.
• Heather W.
• MJ D.
• Taler T.
• Joseph L.
• Allison B.
• Amber M.
• Matt S.
• Alex L.
• Sabrina T.
• Jazzmene U.
• Jake S.
• George C.
• Anthony Z.
• Nathan E.
• Sam M.
• Amanda T.
• Brittany P.
• Rob D.
• Gabrielle G.
• Thom
• Kane R.
• Marc P.
• Alexander P.
• Lucas G.
• Tameera K.
• Jemia S.
• Ash M.
• Juliet D.
• Katie G.
• Dave C.
• Tom M.
• Ani D.
• Steven L.
• Alyssa R.
• Ben B.
• Chelsea P.
• Brady G.
• John G.
• Drew
• Ashley L.
• Sarah
• Jake E.
• Danielle T.
• Ken J.
• Sara M.
• Shiggles

"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton

"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week we're back in the theater to check out The Strangers: Chapter 1 (2024). We debate its merits as a revival of its source material, unpack its seemingly unintentional comedy, and ponder its potential as a trilogy. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:40.

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The Strangers: Chapter 1 (2024)

Main Episode

Rewind: The Strangers (2008)

'The Strangers: Chapter 1' Star Madelaine Petsch Talks Shooting an Entire Trilogy in 52 Days

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We want to give a special thanks to the following patrons:

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