SlashBack Cinema

Ryan Dreimiller and Shanny Luft
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Technically a horror podcast. Actually, a time machine. Remember the video store horror section? The sleepover dares? The practical effects that grossed us out? SlashBack Cinema is two Gen X dads going back — humor, nostalgia, trivia, and the scenes, memories, and VHS-era oddities that made them unforgettable

  1. They Live (1988) OBEY. CONSUME. PUT ON THE GLASSES.

    5H AGO

    They Live (1988) OBEY. CONSUME. PUT ON THE GLASSES.

    “We’re here to chew bubblegum and podcast… and we’re all out of bubblegum.” This week on SlashBack Cinema, we finally put on the sunglasses and take a hard look at They Live the 1988 cult classic where a drifter, a shotgun, and a pair of cheap shades are all you need to expose an alien-controlled society. Neither of us had fully seen this one going in… which might explain a lot. We get into: • The most famous line that completely outgrew the film • That insane six-minute alley fight that just… keeps going • The sunglasses reveal and why it’s still one of the coolest concepts in 80s sci-fi • And whether this is actually a horror movie… or if we got completely bamboozled Along the way, we hit John Carpenter’s legacy, Roddy Piper somehow pulling off a legit performance, and the not-so-subtle “OBEY / CONSUME” message that feels a little less like fiction now than it probably should. Put on the glasses. Things are about to look different. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    28 min
  2. The Stuff (1985) You Ate It. It Ate You Back.

    APR 1

    The Stuff (1985) You Ate It. It Ate You Back.

    Everyone's eating it. Nobody knows what it is. Nobody cares. This week on SlashBack Cinema, we're grabbing a spoon and digging into The Stuff (1985),  the cult horror where a mysterious dessert turns America into willing victims. It's a movie about capitalist consumption, addiction, and how easy it is to sell people exactly what destroys them. We get into the wild premise, the practical effects, the 80s weirdness that makes it unforgettable, and why this one hits harder now than it ever did. You ate it. It ate you back yEELEAaRz5D3ssy9P3Z8 Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    34 min
  3. Poltergeist (1982): Suburban Hell, Real Skeletons, and Peak Gen X Trauma

    MAR 18

    Poltergeist (1982): Suburban Hell, Real Skeletons, and Peak Gen X Trauma

    This week on SlashBack Cinema, we channel Poltergeist...the suburban nightmare that made every flickering TV feel like a portal to hell. We dig into the behind-the-scenes madness (yes… those were real skeletons), the Steven Spielberg vs. Tobe Hooper debate, and why this movie still hits decades later, even if some of the effects are hanging on by a thread. Plus: Gen X trauma unlocked, questionable parenting decisions, and our retro 80’s Trivia focused this week on TV shows from the 1980’s They’re here… and so are we. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    26 min
  4. Piranha (1978): This Movie Bites! Killer Fish and Summer Camp Chaos + Retro Trivia

    MAR 4

    Piranha (1978): This Movie Bites! Killer Fish and Summer Camp Chaos + Retro Trivia

    This week on SlashBack Cinema, we head into the water with Joe Dante’s Piranha (1978) the scrappy Jaws-inspired cult classic where genetically engineered killer fish turn a quiet river into an all-you-can murder buffet. Ryan and Shanny break down the fishy action, the wild B-movie energy, and why this cult favorite still bites. Special guest Jeff Wilson joins the conversation, and we wrap things up with another round of 80s retro trivia to test your VHS-era memory. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    27 min
  5. C.H.U.D. (1984) The 80s Sewer-Dweller Toxic Waste Cult Classic

    FEB 18

    C.H.U.D. (1984) The 80s Sewer-Dweller Toxic Waste Cult Classic

    This week on SlashBack Cinema, we head into the New York City sewers to revisit C.H.U.D. (1984)—aka Cannibalistic Humanoid Underground Dwellers. We break down government cover-ups, toxic waste, 80s paranoia, and why this scrappy cult horror classic still has serious VHS-era bite. Is it a creature feature masterpiece…or radioactive nonsense? We give it the Stabby Score and find out. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    25 min
  6. My Bloody Valentine (1981): The Slasher That Ruined Valentine’s Day

    FEB 4

    My Bloody Valentine (1981): The Slasher That Ruined Valentine’s Day

    In this episode of SlashBack Cinema, we revisit My Bloody Valentine (1981)—the Canadian slasher that proved Valentine’s Day is a terrible time to throw a party. Set in the mining town of Valentine Bluffs, the film follows the bloody legend of Harry Warden, a pickaxe-wielding killer with a flair for the dramatic, heart-shaped candy boxes and extremely personal murder notes. This one is Quentin Tarantino's favorite slasher, and we ask the real question: does My Bloody Valentine earn its cult status—or is it just coasting on vibes, gore, and too much Valentine's Day candy? Plus, we throw it back with trivia from 1981 and give the film its official Stabby Score. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    33 min
  7. House (1985) Haunted House Chaos, Interdimensional Closet Demons & The Greatest American Hero

    JAN 21

    House (1985) Haunted House Chaos, Interdimensional Closet Demons & The Greatest American Hero

    The Greatest American Hero, a haunted house, Vietnam flashbacks, and some of the strangest creature effects of the 80s collide in House (1985). We revisit this horror-comedy cult classic to see why its chaos, charm, and VHS-era weirdness still hold up. Be sure to check out YouTube for our new podcast video format:https://www.youtube.com/@SlashBackCinema And please do consider becoming a supporter of our show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2419299/support Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    31 min
  8. Flatliners (1990): Because Med School Wasn’t Scary Enough + Retro Trivia

    JAN 7

    Flatliners (1990): Because Med School Wasn’t Scary Enough + Retro Trivia

    This week on SlashBack Cinema, we flatline with Flatliners—the glossy 90s thriller where med students stop their own hearts to see what comes next… and don’t love what follows them back (including small children who beat the snot out of you). We discuss the killer cast, iconic scenes, and why this near-death cult classic is still remembered decades later. Also in the episode, we've got a retro trivia segment! Play along and let us know how you did. Send us Fan Mail Support the show

    34 min
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Technically a horror podcast. Actually, a time machine. Remember the video store horror section? The sleepover dares? The practical effects that grossed us out? SlashBack Cinema is two Gen X dads going back — humor, nostalgia, trivia, and the scenes, memories, and VHS-era oddities that made them unforgettable

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  • Creator
    Ryan Dreimiller and Shanny Luft
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 SlashBack Cinema
  • Show Website
    SlashBack Cinema

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