This week the Hack or Slash team learns the rules of trilogies by watching Scream 3 (2000). The group discusses the film's response to the Columbine Massacre, debates its level of camp, and unpacks the narrative's exploration of Hollywood predators. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 33:43.

This week the Hack or Slash patrons have voted for the team to review Mandy (2018). The group examines the film's use of vibrant colors, unpacks the intensity of the Cage Rage™️, and debates the level of chemistry found between the main characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 45:39.

This week the Hack or Slash team checks out Rear Window (1954). The group laments the struggles of 1950's misogyny, examines the film's intricate set design, and reflects on the nuance of Grace Kelly's performance. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 33:15.

This week the Hack or Slash team checks out the highly anticipated sequel, A Quiet Place II (2021). The group examines the power of the performances, debates the quality of its ending, and ponders whether the aliens could defeat a megalodon. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 35:59.

This week the Hack or Slash team commemorates summer by diving into Jaws 2 (1978). The group assesses the film's approach to Amity's recovery, questions the scrawniness of Brody's legs, and compares its pacing to the original 1975 film. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 37:17.

This week the Hack or Slash team fulfills their monthly patron pick by comparing John Carpenter's The Fog (1980) to its 2005 remake. The group breaks down the cinematography of the original, dissects the remake's attempt to build on its lore, and questions the decision making behind key changes made to the characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 43:02.

This week the Hack or Slash team books another stay at The Overlook Hotel by reviewing Doctor Sleep (2019). The group analyzes how the sequel builds upon the legacy of The Shining, identifies its accuracy to the original Stephen King novel, and dive deep into the films cast of characters. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 40:39.

This week the Hack or Slash team unpacks Shaun of the Dead (2004). The group assesses the film's blend of comedy and drama, breaks down its reverence for classic zombie properties, and dissects the use of foreshadowing in storytelling. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:15.

This week the Hack or Slash team dives into The Birds (1963). The group discusses the technical feats used to execute the film's effects, unpacks Tippi Hedren's experience working with Hitchcock, and learns about the source of inspiration for the story. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:21.

This week the Hack or Slash team heads back to the theater to check out the newly released Spiral (2021). The group assesses the film's departure from franchise tactics, debates the quality of its twist, and breaks down its abundance of cop tropes. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 39:19.

This week the Hack or Slash team checks out the first film to be voted on by their patrons: A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987). The group dives deeper into the lore of Freddy Krueger, debates the quality of Heather Langenkamp's performance, and explores the film's use of practical effects. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 30:15.

This week the Hack or Slash team commemorates Mother's Day by reviewing Carrie (1976) and its 2013 remake. The group compares both approaches to a mother-daughter relationship, debates the tastefulness of the original's use of nudity, and attempts to discern the proper hand-technique for telekinesis. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 57:32.

This week the Hack or Slash team gets stuck in their feelings as they review The Orphanage (2007). The group considers the devastation of child-based horror, examines the film's divergence from classic horror tropes, and explores the film's parallels with a classic children's tale. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 25:58.

This week the Hack or Slash team checks out The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986). The group breaks down the film's shift in tone, assesses the wardrobe of a Final Girl, and debates how the gore stacks up to the original. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 35:01.

This week the Hack or Slash team breaks out the flashlights to review The People Under the Stairs (1991). The group explores Wes Craven's approach to its central themes, assesses the film's use of comedy, and debates just how much of a horror movie it really is. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 35:16.

This week the Hack or Slash team unzips the new Shudder original Slaxx (2021). The group examines the struggles of working in retail, debates the humor of sentient clothing, and digs into the film's message on corporate greed. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 22:44.

This week the Hack or Slash team breaks down Bloody Disgusting's horror anthology V/H/S (2012). The group discusses the team's approach to collaborative filmmaking, assesses the success of their attempts to tackle the male gaze, and questions what the true succubus agenda is. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 33:00.

This week the Hack or Slash team dabbles in lycanthropy as they check out An American Werewolf in London (1981). The group breaks down Rick Baker's Academy Award-winning makeup and effects, ponders the hospitality of European backpacking culture, and unpacks the film's approach to survivor's guilt and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 36:07.

This week the Hack or Slash team checks out April Fool's Day (2008). The group assesses the attempts made at off-beat humor, reflects on the impact of its crass dialogue and undertones, and examines the ways it tries to honor the original 1986 film. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:08.

This week the Hack or Slash team compares The Wicker Man (1973) to its infamous 2006 remake. The group unpacks the spiritual themes of the classic, explores the remake's approach to a matriarchal society, and debates the length of time required to construct a wicker man. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 38:53.