Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast
Each week a panel of horror fans discuss horror movies past and present. We believe horror is for everyone, regardless of how familiar you are with the genre, or which flavor of fear you fancy most. We dissect new releases, compare originals to reboots, and tell you whether or not the movies are a hack (a waste of time) or a slash (totally killer - pun intended).
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This week we’re exploring the rural landscape of Honeydew (2020). We dissect the film's editing and score, question the dynamic between its main characters, and evaluate the impact of its conclusion. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 38:23.
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This week we’re staying up all night with Until Dawn (2025). We assess the quality of its practical effects, debate the strength of its character development, and evaluate how it compares to the original video game. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 45:28.
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This week our patrons have voted for us to review Cherry Falls (1999). We explore its troubled production, assess its blend of horror and comedy, and unpack the motivation behind its antagonist. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:03.
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This week we’re underway with Popeye: The Slayer Man (2025). We scrutinize the film's blend of horror and comedy, dissect the portrayal of Popeye's new sinister persona, and evaluate the effectiveness of its gore. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 17:43.
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This week we’re sitting around the campfire with Hell of a Summer (2025). We dissect the effectiveness of its atmosphere, debate the quality of its humor, and reflect on its placement as a modern horror comedy. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:48.
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This week we examine death’s design in Final Destination 5 (2011). We explore the logistics of its inventive kills, assess the chemistry between its characters, and unpack the impact of its ending. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:17.
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This week we’re crowning the ultimate horror icon as Monster Madness 2025 comes to a close. We reveal your votes, relive the journey our finalists took to the top, and reflect on what gave the winner the final edge.
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This week we’re commemorating April Fool’s Day by checking out Scary Movie (2000). We discuss its cultural impact at the turn of the millennium, critique how its humor has aged, and reflect on the film's homages to classic horror tropes. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 28:10.
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This week our patrons have decided we’re diving into the world of Society (1989). We examine its grotesque body horror effects, evaluate its satirical take on class warfare, and assess the impact of its climax. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:32.
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This week we’re gearing up for the ultimate showdown as Monster Madness 2025 reaches its Championship Round. We compare the killing styles, survivor counts, and cultural impact of our final two contenders — Michael Myers and Ghostface — while exploring what makes each icon truly terrifying.
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This week we're on a date with destiny as we dive into The Final Destination (2009). We discuss its chaotic and campy kills, critique the film's reliance on CGI, and analyze how it stacks up against its predecessors in the franchise. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 19:12.
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This week we’re recapping the brutality of the Salty Sixteen and looking ahead at the Angry Eight matchups in Monster Madness 2025. We dissect the shocking underdog victories, assess the tactical advantages that turned the tide, and make our predictions for who’s advancing.
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This week we’re journeying to the far reaches of the galaxy with Leprechaun 4: In Space (1996). We examine the film's peculiar mix of sci-fi and horror, critique the special effects and CGI quality, and discuss the merits of Warwick Davis's performance as space leprechaun. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 22:07.
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This week we’re recapping the chaos of Round 2 in Monster Madness 2025, and preview what awaits us in Round 3. We break down the battle of brute strength versus supernatural torment, analyze the mind games that could tip the scales, and question whether even the King of Monsters can survive a nightmare.
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This week we’re recapping the chaos of Round 1 in Monster Madness 2025. We break down the most shocking upsets, analyze the closest matchups, and spotlight the monsters that dominated the competition.
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This week we’re unpacking the layers of Companion (2025). We explore the dynamic between humans and AI, parse through the film's exploration of abusive relationships, and discuss the impact of its marketing on the viewing experience. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:53.
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...This week we’re turning the key on The Monkey (2025). We explore its differences from Stephen King's original story, analyze its balance of dark humor and gore, and break down the catharsis of its plot. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 35:47.
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This week our patrons have voted for us to unpack the lore of Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995). We discuss its attempts at expanding the Candyman mythos, evaluate Tony Todd’s performance, and critique the effectiveness of its scares. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 27:47.
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This week we’re celebrating Valentine’s Day at the theater with Heart Eyes (2025). We assess the film’s approach to a holiday slasher, break down the chemistry of its cast, and unpack its blend of romantic comedy and horror. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 19:32.
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This week we’re stuck in a time loop with Happy Death Day 2U (2019). We analyze the film's shift towards sci-fi elements, assess Jessica Roth's performance, and consider the movie’s balance of humor and emotional depth. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 24:18.
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