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Interview With The Vampire (1994)
09 Nov 2025
01:49:57
The squad is SO BACK to discuss the film that helped bring vampires back into the light—INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE (1994)! Does Kirsten Dunst give the ultimate child performance? Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise, power couple? And, will Mike's power even let him record this episode!? 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 (00:01:49)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan tackle another DOUBLE FEATURE, this time it's BLACK PHONE 2 & SHELBY OAKS! Do both of these movies mash well-known movies together to make something new? Did Ethan Hawke enjoy returning as "The Grabber" from the comfort of his home? And, if even for just a moment, did we get a ghost directing job from Zach Snyder!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
Perfect Blue (1997) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
31 Aug 2025
01:57:28
The squad hits the stage with special guest Willow Catelyn Maclay for Gill's pick, PERFECT BLUE (1997). How influential is this film? Did they predict where inteternet culture was going? And, does the mere thought of ice picks make Rowan cringe? 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 (00:02:11)
The 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)
The 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!
This 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)
Colton & 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!
The 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 We Picked It (00:01:40)
The 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)
The 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)
In 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!
The 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!
The squad gets surgical with Mike's pick, DEAD RINGERS (1988). Does this live up to its critical reception? How do we feel about brother swapping? And, is this nightmare fuel for all woman? 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 (00:02:43)
The 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)
In 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!
The 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)
In 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!
OG 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)
22 Oct 2023
00:56:51
The 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!
The Exorcist (1973) Featuring Willow Catelyn Maclay
15 Oct 2023
01:36:00
The 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 (00:01:54)
In 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!
In 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!
In 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!
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton, Rowan, & Gill Naruto-run to theatres to review WEAPONS! Is Cregger's latest a huge step up from BARBARIAN? Does such an intriguing premise stick the landing? And, most importantly, were we scared? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
The 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)
In 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!
In 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!
Special 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)
In 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!
The 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)
The 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!
The 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)
The Last Voyage Of The Demeter (2023) (NOW SLAYING)
16 Aug 2023
00:35:23
In 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!
The 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)
On this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Gill come together to review the new NEON release, TOGETHER! Is this another body horror heavy-hitter? Did the real-life romance make that one scene really stick in our minds? Or, embarrassingly enough, does this climax early? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
In 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!
The 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)
With 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!
In 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!
The 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!
The 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!
The 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!
In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan come face-to-face with the original "closet monster"—THE BOOGEYMAN (2023)! What'd we think of the boogeyman's design? Is Sophie Thatcher a star in the making? And, wait... Is this yet ANOTHER horror movie about grief?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
Colton returns just in time to strap up and possibly never come back from Gill’s pick, ANNIHILATION (2018). Do Mike & Rowan think this lives up to the book? Does Gill have some sort of theme going on with her picks? And… Wait, when's the last time Colton saw this? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
With Colton MIA, the squad invites Willow Catelyn Maclay to dust off an oldie with Mike's pick, CAT PEOPLE (1942). What is the cultural significance of this film? Will Willow’s knowledge show everyone up? Or, will Gill’s rating break everyone's heart? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
The squad makes Mike so angry that he doesn't even show up for the return of JAWGUST with Rowan's pick, ALLIGATOR (1980). Has Ramón won over our hearts? Do the practical effects make up for some awkward pacing? And, what's scarier: a creature feature or male pattern baldness? 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 (00:02:14)
The squad spends the night in the woods with Rowan's pick, EVIL DEAD II (1987). Does everyone agree that this is an undisputed masterpiece? How badly is Mike falling for the Bruce Campbell thirst trap? And, whose parent called in to leave their thoughts on this film?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan digest the anxiety-ridden nightmare that is BEAU IS AFRAID (2023)! Is any studio brave enough to give Ari Aster money after this? Is this movie horrific enough for us to review it? And, wait… Is this just a three-hour PSA to not leave your keys in your door? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!
In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan summon the courage to review the latest entry in the iconic horror franchise, EVIL DEAD RISE (2023)! Is this groovier than the 2013 remake? Is Alyssa Sutherland the best deadite, yet? Or, was getting away from the "cabin in the woods" a terrible decision? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!