Episodes

Welcome to Hack or Slash, where we cut through the clutter to tell you whether a movie is a hack – a total joke, waste of time – or a slash – totally killer, pun intended. Meet Your Hosts: Kris: Your friendly neighborhood Slasher Enthusiast...

This week we pit The Omen (1976) against its 2006 remake. We compare the impact of each film's score, evaluate the differences in their casting choices, and debate the effectiveness of their respective endings. This episode contains spoilers,...

This week our patrons have voted for us to review I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998). We examine the film's portrayal of PTSD, reminisce on the timeless charm of 90s slashers, and debate the film's predictability. This episode contains...

This week we’re traveling back to the 70’s with The First Omen (2024). We explore its unsettling atmosphere, dissect its narrative commentary on bodily autonomy, and break down the strength of its character arcs. This episode contains spoilers,...

This week we’re back in theaters to check out Longlegs (2024). We dissect its depiction of serial killers, unpack the nuance of its cinematography, and assess the quality of its leading actors. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:21. ...

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. ...

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...

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. Mentioned...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...

This week we’re shuffling the deck and checking out Tarot (2024). We dissect the film’s blend of astrology and horror, debate the effectiveness of its character development, and assess the authenticity of its zodiac depiction. This episode...

This week we're staying up past our bedtime with The Babysitter (2017). We critique its mix of horror and humor, praise Samara Weaving's standout performance, and dissect the film's cinematography visuals. In this episode's b-side, we assemble our...

This week our patrons have voted for us to navigate the perilous confines of Cube (1997). We dissect the film's themes of isolation and survival, critique the character dynamics and overacting, and debate its influence on other trap-based horror...

This week we're diving into the studio of Late Night with the Devil (2024). We dissect the fusion of possession and late-night talk show elements, critique the authenticity and impact of the AI-created art, and assess the meticulously recreated 1970s...

This week we're weaving through STING (2024). We’re joined by Mr. Moviegoer Luis “Sweet Lou” Cabrera as we dissect the layers of its plot, unpack its unexpected emotional resonance, and assess its placement as a creature feature. This episode...

This week we’re descending into the foggy streets of Silent Hill: Revelation (2012). We assess the sequel’s fidelity to the game, dissect the execution of its CGI, and lament its departure from the narrative cohesion of its predecessor. This...

This week we’re traveling back to the 100 Acre Wood with Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 (2024). We dissect the sequel’s visual enhancements, unpack the shift in its narrative, and debate the effectiveness of its lore. This episode contains...

This week we’re diving into the depths of grief with The Night House (2020). We explore the film’s psychological layers, assess the quality of its performances, and debate the effectiveness of its complex narrative. This episode contains spoilers,...

This week we're venturing into the heart of Sin City with Leprechaun 3 (1995). We evaluate the film's unique blend of Irish folklore and campy horror, dissect the effectiveness of its gore and humor, and compare its place within the franchise and the wider horror genre. In this episode's b-side, we…

This week we’re revisiting an iconic franchise by reviewing Saw IV (2007). We dissect the evolution of the franchise, unpack its tangled storyline, and critique the quality of its set design. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:00. ...

This week we’re rolling back the tapes of Paranormal Activity (2007). We analyze its impact on the horror genre, explore how it maximized its shoestring budget, and debate the polarizing effect retroscripting had on its characters. This episode...