Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast Hack or Slash

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.
Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie
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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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 Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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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 contains spoilers, beginning at 33:29.
Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie
Tarot (2024)
Main Episode
Tarot
Astrological Signs
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We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival!
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Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, hackorslash.live.
Special Thanks 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 Music Credits "Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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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 ultimate intergalactic crews, debate the practicalities of our dream teams, and explore the cultural impact of our favorite space and fantasy franchises. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:07.
Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie
The Babysitter (2017)
Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server.
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We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival!
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Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, hackorslash.live.
Special Thanks 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 Music Credits "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 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 movies. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 21:15.
Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie
Cube (1997)
Main Episode
This Underrated Horror Film Paved the Way for Escape Room Movies
The Goriest Death In Sci-Fi Horror Movie Cube Is A Practical Effect
Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server.
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We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival!
Join our Discord Server
Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, hackorslash.live.
Special Thanks 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 Music Credits "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 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 decor and attire. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 34:24.
Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie
Late Night with the Devil (2024)
Main Episode
Late Night with the Devil Made $666,666 at the Box Office
‘Late Night With the Devil’ Directors Explain Using AI Art in the Film, Say They ‘Experimented’ With Three Images Only
'Late Night with the Devil's disturbing ending, explained
'Late Night with the Devil' Does Something Completely New With the Found-Footage Genre
Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server.
Support the Show on Patreon
We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival!
Join our Discord Server
Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, hackorslash.live.
Special Thanks 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 Music Credits "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 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 contains spoilers, beginning at 31:42.
Mentioned in the Episode Watch the Movie
STING (2024)
Main Episode
Hack or Slash - Letterboxd
Miami Moviegoers - Instagram
Miami Moviegoers - Letterboxd
Miami Moviegoers
Silverspot Cinema
Miami Film Festival
Hypereal Film Club - Austin, TX
STING (2024) - Trailer
Support the Show We've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The proceeds we gain from Patreon are put towards ongoing website fees, funding for new content, and equipment upgrades. In return, our patrons enjoy bonus content, early access, live streams, and exclusive channels in our Discord server.
Support the Show on Patreon
We're building a community where our listeners and horror fans as a whole can connect and share the ideas, movies, games, experiences, and stories they are most passionate about. Our community is completely free and powered by Discord, which you can access from both a web browser and mobile app. We’re looking forward to your arrival!
Join our Discord Server
Contact Us You can connect with us by creepin' on us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, @HackorSlash. You can also share your opinions with us by leaving us an audio message on our website, hackorslash.live.
Special Thanks 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 Music Credits "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/