Horror Hour with the Hanna's

In this heart-pounding episode, we dive into the terrifying world of "[REC]," a found-footage horror film that delivers relentless scares and unrelenting tension. Join us as we dissect the chilling atmosphere, claustrophobic setting, and innovative storytelling that make this Spanish horror gem a standout in the genre. From its gripping premise of a TV reporter trapped inside a quarantined apartment building with a mysterious infection to its spine-chilling moments of visceral horror, "[REC]" keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Don't miss out as we delve deep into the darkness of "[REC]" and uncover the secrets lurking within its walls. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this gripping episode, we venture into the dark and twisted world of "Shutter Island," a psychological thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Through in-depth analysis and thought-provoking discussion, we delve into the mind of protagonist Teddy Daniels and dissect the layers of deception and paranoia that shroud the eponymous island. Tune in as we dissect both Scorsese's adaptation and Dennis Lehane's Original Novel "Shutter Island". Book discussion begins at 13:05 Move discussion beings at 33:56 SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today the Hanna's will be reviewing newly released movie "Abigail" which was directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of Scream and V/H/S fame. The film follows six criminals who kidnap a ballet loving little girl and hold her for ransom. Unknowing to them Abigail is a blood sucking vampire trapped with her next meal. Tune in to hear what we think of this charming new release. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Listen to the Hanna's plunge into the darkness of the supernatural thriller "Sinister." From its unsettling found footage to its spooky soundtrack, we explore the terrifying world created by director Scott Derrickson that landed this movie as the "scariest of all time according to science". So is it really the scariest movie of all time or is science a liar sometimes? Tune in to find out. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week the Hanna's delve deep into the twisted world of Jordan Peele's "Us." Joined by our guest Jason "The Hater", we dissect every aspect of the film, from its mesmerizing performances to its spine-tingling soundtrack. Unraveling the layers of fear and fascination, we explore how "Us" seamlessly blends horror with social commentary, delving into themes of identity, privilege, and the shadows lurking beneath society's surface. Join us as we confront our own reflections and unravel the mysteries hidden within Peele's masterful storytelling, offering insightful analysis and thought-provoking discussions along the way. Whether you're a horror aficionado or a casual moviegoer, prepare to be captivated by the sinister brilliance of "Us." SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

March Madness may be over, but luckily the Hanna's are here to bring you an April Madness A24 movie bracket. We selected the eight A24 movies with the lowest box office earnings and are pitting them against each other. While they may not have not had much love in the money making department there are some amazing films on this list. The bracket consists of the following with timestamps provided if you want to skip around: Green Room (5:10) Tusk (10:30) High Life (15:58) The Killing of the Sacred Deer (22:27) Hole in the Ground (29:33) Climax (34:20) Lamb (40:03) Men (44:36) Tune in to find out which one will come out on top. MILD SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we plunge into the depths of darkness with our review of the newly released film "Late Night with the Devil." Through our critical lens, we explore the film's themes of temptation, redemption, and the supernatural, uncovering its strengths and weaknesses while providing insights into its place within the ever-evolving landscape of horror. Because this is a new release we begin the episode with a spoiler free review of the movie, and then go into spoiler heavy discussion around the 15 minute mark. Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this special feature episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, Matt and Hannah are joined by guests Paranormal in Pennsylvania, a podcast featured on hauntings in the Keystone state. Join the Hanna's and PIP to discuss haunted moments from film history, including the sets from Poltergeist, The Omen, and The Exorcist. From on set fires, animal attacks, injuries, and even deaths, learn about what cursed these productions, how the terrifying events influence the final product, and why these movies will live on in infamy.  Listen to Paranormal in Pennsylvania here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2VriVej4wyJcA0MVmTdkHR?si=88814eba28eb4b62 SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week we are covering the found footage classic "The Blair Witch Project". Tune in to hear us talk about the insane marketing that had people believing the actors were really missing, some fun behind the scenes facts, crazy theories, and the mark this film left on the horror genre. We hope you listen in and stay out of the woods. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Hanna's are joined by "Jason the Librarian" as they try to shine light on the enigmatic depths of "The Lighthouse," directed by Robert Eggers. Set against the isolated backdrop of a remote island in the late 19th century, they delve into the psychological horror and existential dread that permeate every frame of this haunting film. They dissect the mesmerizing performances of Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson, unraveling the complex power dynamics and descent into madness that unfold between their characters. From the film's striking black-and-white cinematography to its eerie sound design, the hosts explore the myriad elements that contribute to its chilling atmosphere. Through thoughtful analysis and deep reflection, they offer listeners a captivating journey into the murky depths of "The Lighthouse," leaving them both mesmerized and unsettled by its haunting brilliance. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week the Hanna's are covering James Wan's "The Conjuring 2", and we are bringing along the WTF is That Podcast to join us. The movie stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, real life self proclaimed paranormal investigators. The Conjuring 2 tell the story of another case in the Warren's long and often debated career. This time it takes them to England to investigate the "Enfield Poltergeist". Join us as we talk about how this movie succeeds and fails at living up to the first, with some extended talk on how to relates to the real life case. Listen to the WTF is That Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Hpx4LhFkGwfeq35JFlIyE?si=4123260f76584857 SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this unique episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, the Hanna's take a thrilling departure from traditional horror fare to explore the cinematic wonders of Jurassic Park, Spider-Man 2 and Nocturnal Animals. While these films may not fall into the horror genre, they offer plenty of excitement and thrills to captivate audiences. Join the Hanna's to delve into the heart-pounding action and groundbreaking special effects of Steven Speilberg's "Jurassic Park," the expertly crafted villain original story of Sam Rami's "Spider-Man 2," and the gut wrenching abduction sequence of Tom Ford's "Nocturnal Animals." Through insightful analysis and lively discussion, listeners will be taken on a journey to discuss what scenes in this film are horror inspired, and how these horror segments contribute to the overall narrative. Whether you're a horror aficionado or a fan of blockbuster cinema, this episode promises an engaging exploration of three iconic films SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode the Hanna's dive into one of the scariest, if not the scariest movie of the 2020s, Skinamarink. They are joined by friend of the show and resident scardy-cat, Preston, who surprisingly was not the only one in over his head when it came to this twisted film. Skinamarink was written and directed on a shoestring budget by Kyle Edward Ball. The film takes audiences on a chilling journey into the depths of human depravity with a focus on psychological terror and unsettling imagery. Our hosts dissect the film's eerie atmosphere and its exploration of the darkest corners of the human psyche. From the negative space that lets your mind run wild to the erie performances by disembodied voices, they analyze the elements that make "Skinamarink" a standout entry in the horror genre. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode Matt and Hannah cover the perfect Valentines Day movie: Barbarian. Barbarian was released in 2022 and directed by Zach Cregger of "Whitest Kids U'Know" fame. Barbarian is well known for its wild twists and continuously changing style. Join as to unravel the layers of the film, as we discuss the thematic purpose of the multiple acts, the varying filming styles, standout humor, and poignant lighting. In this episode, we highlight our new segment, "terrible takes", to consider what many audiences misunderstood about this horror-thriller movie, all in the quest to determine who is THE Barbarian. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this chilling episode, the Hanna's venture into the icy depths of John Carpenter's classic horror masterpiece, "The Thing." With an emphasis on atmosphere and practical effects, they dissect the film's unnerving tension and paranoia-inducing plot. From the isolated Antarctic setting to the shape-shifting alien terrorizing the research team, the hosts delve into the film's timeless appeal and its influence on the horror genre. They explore the themes of trust, identity, and survival, offering listeners a captivating journey through one of cinema's most iconic and spine-tingling thrillers. This episode serves as a celebration of Carpenter's directorial prowess and the enduring impact of "The Thing" on horror cinema, leaving watchers both enthralled and haunted by its eerie brilliance. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Step into the darkness with our podcast episode dissecting the spine-chilling horror film "When Evil Lurks." Join the Hanna's as they unravel the layers of terror meticulously woven by director Demián Rugna and his team. From the atmospheric cinematography to the disturbing prosthetics and practical effects, we explore every aspect that makes this film one of the best horrors of 2023. We delve into the masterful performances, the underlying themes, and the subtext that elevate "When Evil Lurks" beyond a mere fright fest, promising listeners engaging discussions, insightful observations, and anecdotes from behind the scenes. Whether you're a die-hard horror fan or a casual viewer, this episode will entertain, enlighten, and leave you peeking over your shoulder long after the credits roll, urging you to confront the darkness where evil lurks. SPOILERS Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Join Horror Hour with the Hanna's, a horror movie review podcast hosted by a married couple, to discuss all your favorite scary films! This week we are stepping away from the big screen to watch some of our favorite horror moments from our childhood shows, including episodes from Spongebob SquarePants, Courage the Cowardly Dog, and Goosebumps. Come with us to discuss what makes these shows scary for children, thematically impactful, and engaging for us still as adults. This week we are joined by professional stage actor and furniture salesman, Matt Dalton, to discuss what makes these episodes downright fun!  Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Get ready to plunge into the dark waters of horror as the Hanna's unravel the mysteries of the 2024 film "Night Swim" on this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna’s. Diving into the depths of supernatural horror, our hosts dissect the elements of possession and supernatural horror that make this film an… interesting watch. Join the Hanna's as they navigate through the murky waters of the supernatural, exploring the unexpected twists, and break down the film's supernatural performances and imagery. Tune in for a captivating exploration of "Night Swim," where the Hanna's guide you through the unsettling currents of this spine-tingling cinematic experience. Note: SPOILER FREE chat from 0:00 until 11:15. Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, our hosts unravel the psychological thriller "Split," directed by M. Night Shyamalan. Venturing into the mysterious recesses of the human mind, they explore James McAvoy's mesmerizing portrayal of Kevin Wendell Crumb. With keen insights into Shyamalan's signature storytelling, the hosts dissect the film's portrayal of dissociative identity disorder, highlighting their concerns with the representation of the disorder As they navigate the narrative twists and turns, listeners are taken on a rollercoaster ride of fear and fascination, examining the intersection of mental health and horror in "Split." In this episode the Hanna's are joined by Will of The Horror Lab Podcast. The Horror Lab can be found here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/horror-lab-podcast Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, the hosts explore the enigmatic and highly praised film "Nope." Directed by the visionary filmmaker Jordan Peele, the episode delves into the eerie narrative, complex themes, and the star performances from Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. The hosts dissect Peele's distinctive style, examining how he blends social commentary with horror elements to create thought-provoking cinema. They speculate on the film's potential themes, twists, and its place in Peele's evolving filmography. From analyzing the symbolism in the film to discussing the cultural relevance of Peele's work, this podcast episode offers a comprehensive review of "Nope". Follow on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannas Follow on Twitter: @horrorhourhanna Music by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠