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Horror Hour with the Hanna’s
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A married couple with a love for all things horror talk about all your favorite scary movies. Join them as they dive deep into what makes these movies great....or not so great. Find out what makes something truly scary and learn what deeper meaning lives in the subtext of the most horrific flicks.
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SPOILER FREE: 0:00-30:15
SPOILERS: 30:15-END
In this episode we tackle HIM (2025), the horror-thriller that attempts to mash up the brutality of sports culture with supernatural dread. Produced by Jordan Peele, directed by Justin Tipping, and starring Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, and Julia Fox, the film follows young quarterback Cam Cade as he accepts a seemingly golden opportunity to train under legendary quarterback Isaiah White—only to find the path to glory is darker than he imagined.
We explore what HIM does well: its unsettling visuals, strong performances (especially Wayans), and its ambition in critiquing the sport’s glamor, sacrifice, and the cult of celebrity.
But we also unpack its shortcomings: moments where the story gets fuzzy, pacing that unevenly swings between high tension and confusing detours, and themes that seem more hinted at than fully realized.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
On this episode we examine The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025), the supposed final chapter in the mainline franchise. Directed by Michael Chaves, the film dramatizes the infamous Smurl haunting while bringing Ed and Lorraine Warren back for one last supernatural battle.
We look at how Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga anchor the story with their reliable performances, and how Judy Warren (Mia Tomlinson) steps into a more central role. But does the film rely too heavily on recycled jump scares and familiar beats? And does Last Rites deliver the emotional closure a franchise this influential deserves—or does it leave us wondering if the series has run out of true scares?
We are joined by Sara with Paranormal in Pennsylvania to talk about the real life investigation that the movie is based on. Listen to more of her here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2VriVej4wyJcA0MVmTdkHR?si=d5e02a58486c4844
SPOILER FREE: 0:00-38:30
SPOILERS: 38:30-END
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
It's a special day on Horror Hour with the Hanna's because we are discussing a topic that is extremely important to us: mental health. More specifically, mental health narratives and representation in horror.
We are covering this topic because the day of release is Word Suicide Prevention day and we wanted to use our platform to bring light to a cause we are extremely passionate about.
Because mental health, life experiences, culture, etc. differs from person to person, we decided to incorporate some of our podcast friends into this episode to consider their various perspectives on this topic. Thank you to everyone who helped make this episode possible.
Related Resources:
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - Text or Call 988
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741
Trevor Project LGTBQ Crisis line - Text START to 678678 or Call 866-488-7386
Horror Hour with the Hanna’s - 0:00-21:17
Gutted Horror Podcast - 21:17-36:12
Spooky Sips Podcast - 36:12-48:16
Movies & Us - 48:16-1:02:34
Red Treehouse / One Good Scare - 1:02:34-1:12:41
Halloween Babies Podcast - 1:12:41-1:23:40
The Revisionist's Almanac - 1:23:40-1:28:48
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
This week on Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we journey into Alex Garland’s Annihilation (2018), a surreal and unsettling blend of science fiction and horror. Starring Natalie Portman, Tessa Thompson, and Jennifer Jason Leigh, the film follows a team of scientists who enter “the Shimmer”—a mysterious, expanding zone where nature and biology mutate in eerie and violent ways.
We break down the film’s hypnotic visuals, cerebral storytelling, and existential themes of self-destruction and transformation. From the infamous bear scene to the unforgettable finale, Annihilation is equal parts terrifying and mesmerizing—a modern cult classic that pushes the boundaries of genre.
We also compare it to the 2014 Novel.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
This week on Horror hour with the Hanna's, we revisit Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974), one of the most influential horror films ever made. What begins as a road trip for a group of friends quickly descends into a nightmare of isolation, brutality, and madness when they cross paths with Leatherface and his deranged family deep in rural Texas.
We explore how the film’s gritty, documentary-like style, relentless tension, and shocking violence reshaped the horror genre. With its low-budget ingenuity and grim atmosphere, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre became a landmark of exploitation cinema—and a cornerstone of slasher history. Nearly 50 years later, it remains just as disturbing and relevant.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we take a plunge into Piranha 3D (2010), Alexandre Aja’s gleefully gory remake of the cult classic. What starts as spring break fun on Lake Victoria quickly turns into a blood-soaked feeding frenzy when prehistoric piranhas are unleashed on unsuspecting partygoers. With over-the-top kills, wild special effects, and a tongue-in-cheek sense of humor, this film delivers campy chaos that embraces its B-movie roots.
We explore the film’s outrageous set pieces, its blend of horror and comedy, and whether the 3D gimmick still holds up today. Is it mindless schlock or brilliantly self-aware splatter? Grab your floaties—because the water’s not safe in Piranha 3D.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
No Spoilers: 0:00 - 26:15
Spoilers: 26:15 - 1:12:45
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we dive into Weapons (2025), the latest from Zach Cregger, director of Barbarian. Starring Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Amy Madigan, the film blends mystery, tension, and dread into an eerie small-town setting. With its multi-perspective storytelling and unnerving atmosphere, Weapons keeps audiences guessing while slowly tightening the screws.
We discuss the film’s haunting performances, masterful pacing, and unsettling sense of humor, as well as how it fits into Cregger’s growing reputation as one of horror’s most unpredictable voices. We take a deep look at tone, craft, and why Weapons is sparking so much conversation among horror fans.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
This week on Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we dive into Together (2025), the bold and bizarre horror-romance starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco as a couple whose relationship takes a literal turn for the grotesque. When Millie and Tim retreat to a remote country home in an effort to reconnect, they find themselves physically fusing into a single being—an unflinching metaphor for codependency, emotional entanglement, and the loss of self in long-term love.
Directed by Michael Shanks in his feature debut, Together is equal parts unsettling and strangely tender, blending dark humor with stunning practical effects and a surprising amount of heart. We discuss the film’s surreal tone, its standout performances, and the way it turns an intimate relationship into full-blown body horror without losing sight of its emotional core.
Is Together a new cult classic in the making—or just a really weird love story with great FX? Join us as we peel back the layers (and maybe a little skin) on one of 2025’s most unique horror films.
We are joined by Taryn from Cinema's Charm.
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Read her work here: https://movieweb.com/author/taryn-flaherty/
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
This week on Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we dive into the bold, bizarre, and unapologetically visceral world of Titane (2021), the Palme d'Or–winning shocker from director Julia Ducournau. Part body horror, part family drama, and part gender-blurring fever dream, Titane follows a woman with a titanium plate in her skull, a history of violence, and a concerning attraction to cars.
We explore how Titane challenges expectations at every turn—flipping between brutal violence, tender intimacy, and surreal metaphors for grief, identity, and transformation. Is it a transhumanist masterpiece? A grotesque provocation? Or both? We also dissect Agathe Rousselle’s fearless performance and Vincent Lindon’s haunting vulnerability in one of the most emotionally complex horror films of the decade.
Strap in, steel yourself, and prepare to question everything you think a horror movie can be—this one doesn’t ask for your comfort, only your full attention.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In honor of Shark Week we are bringing in EVERYONE and we mean ALMOST EVERYONE to talk about the best monsters, best creatures features, and our favorite shark movies of all time.
Thank you to every creator that made this dream a reality.
Horror Hour with the Hanna’s - 0:00-17:44
Movies & Us - 17:44-26:18
Movie Friends - 26:18-35:00
Nothing to Fear - 35:00-45:40
No Bodies - 45:40-51:48
The Revisionist Almanac - 51:48-1:01:00
Paranormal in Pennsylvania - 1:01:00-1:05:27
Movie Postmortem Podcast - 1:05:27-1:14:33
Red Treehouse / One Good Scare - 1:14:33-1:20:19
Spooky Sips 1:20:19-1:26:31
Cinema’s Charm - 1:26:31-1:29:37
Bucket of Chum - 1:29:37-1:33:19
Ric’s Horror Review Show - 1:33:19-1:45:11
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we turn our attention to The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021), the third entry in the core Conjuring franchise—and perhaps its most divisive. Departing from haunted house tropes and moving into courtroom drama territory, this installment dramatizes the real-life 1981 trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson, who claimed demonic possession as his defense for murder.
We examine the film’s shift in tone, its blend of true crime and supernatural horror, and whether that mix delivers the tension and terror fans expect. While Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga once again shine as Ed and Lorraine Warren, we ask: does the mystery keep us invested, or does the film lose momentum once it steps outside the haunted walls?
Join us as we discuss the highs, the lows, and whether The Devil Made Me Do It proves the franchise still has spiritual life—or is starting to feel a little… possessed by formula.
This week we are joined by friend of the show Sara of Paranormal in Pennsylvania fame.
Listen to Paranormal in Pennsylvania here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2VriVej4wyJcA0MVmTdkHR?si=2854a4fd89404a50
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
This week on Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we’re rewinding to 1997 to revisit I Know What You Did Last Summer, the glossy teen slasher that rode the post-Scream wave straight into pop culture history. With a stacked cast of ’90s icons—Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze Jr., and Ryan Phillippe—the film delivers coastal paranoia, hook-handed horror, and one of the most screamed lines in horror history: “What are you waiting for?!”
We dig into how the movie adapted Lois Duncan’s novel into something bloodier and more self-aware, and whether its stylish scares and twisty whodunit hold up today. Is the Fisherman killer iconic or forgettable? Did this movie define a generation of slashers—or just dress them up in Abercrombie?
Tune in as we chase shadows through seaside towns, dissect teen guilt and trauma, and try to figure out… what they did last summer—and why we still care.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
SPOILER FREE 0:00 - 24:12
SPOILERS 24:12 - 1:12:50
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we embark on the quarantined islands and plunge back into the post-apocalyptic world with 28 Years Later (2025), the highly anticipated sequel from Danny Boyle and Alex Garland. Set 28 years after the Rage virus outbreak, this film reinvents the franchise with a tight narrative, sharp themes, and a hauntingly immersive atmosphere.
We unpack the evolution of the infected. We explore Jodie Comer’s emotionally charged performance as Isla and how mother–son dynamics ground the story’s emotional core. We also dig into the film’s political undertones including, Brexit symbolism, Covid pandemic responses, gender roles, and the horror of war.
With innovative iPhone-enhanced cinematography and a narrative that blends brutal action with thoughtful allegory, 28 Years Later sets the table for a new trilogy, kicking off with this sequel and promising next entries like The Bone Temple (2026).
Is this revival a bold reinvention or a fragmented homage? Tune in as we assess its impact on the genre, its emotional resonance, and whether it out grows the legacy of the original.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we plunge into MadS (2024), the frenetic French horror-thriller that unfolds in a single, unbroken take. Directed by David Moreau and streaming on Shudder, the film throws viewers into a nightmarish descent as teen Romain’s trip spirals into a viral outbreak unfolding in real time
We break down what makes MadS technically astonishing—its one-shot execution, immersive camerawork, and pulsating sound design praised by critics as a “thrill ride that never lets up” But we also scrutinize its drawbacks: the thin character development, narrative that dissolves into chaos, and pacing that some viewers found sluggish and disorienting .
Join us as we weigh the impressive momentum and visceral tension against the story’s emotional disconnect. Is MadS a groundbreaking showcase of immersive horror—or does its formal bravado overshadow its substance? Tune in for a heated debate on style versus story in one of 2024’s most divisive thrillers.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we take a high-speed plunge into Train to Busan (2016), the South Korean zombie thriller that redefined the genre. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, this film isn’t just a nail-biting horror ride—it’s a brutal look at humanity under pressure, social division, and what it really means to protect the ones you love.
We break down the film’s kinetic pacing, heartbreaking character arcs, and masterful use of confined space to ratchet up tension. From the emotionally distant Seok-woo to the fan-favorite Sang-hwa (aka WIFE GUY aka the punching MVP of the undead), we explore how Train to Busan delivers both gore and gut-punches. We also talk about the film’s deeper themes of sacrifice, selfishness, and survival—and whether the tears at the end were earned or engineered.
Hop on board as we discuss one of the most gripping zombie films of the 21st century—and why Train to Busan still hits like a runaway train.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
Spoiler Free: 0:00 - 26:03
Spoilers: 26:03 - 1:05:32
On this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we unpack Bring Her Back (2025), the intense new supernatural horror from Danny and Michael Philippou. Featuring a chilling Sally Hawkins as a grieving foster mom, this unsettling tale pits step‑siblings Andy (Billy Barratt) and blind Piper (Sora Wong) against a series of increasingly disturbing rituals and revealed horrors in their new home.
We analyze the film’s brutal tension and standout performances—including Hawkins’ morphing maternal veneer and Jonah Wren Phillips’ unnerving portrayal of the silent foster child Oliver.
While Bring Her Back delivers visceral shocks and atmospheric dread, critics debate whether its narrative ambiguity and sudden, tragic turns serve the film's emotional core or leave it unmoored .
Join us as we dissect the highs and lows: a powerful visual and thematic ride rooted in grief, family trauma, and occult obsession—but does the movie ask too much of its premise, or is it a bold step forward in horror?
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode we revisit Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998), a direct-to-video film that marked a significant departure from the franchise's traditional formula. Directed by Jim Stenstrum, the movie reunites the Mystery Inc. gang—Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred—after a hiatus, as they investigate supernatural occurrences on Moonscar Island in the Louisiana bayou.
We delve into how this film revitalized the Scooby-Doo series by embracing genuine horror elements, offering a darker tone and more intense scares than its predecessors.
The film's success not only reinvigorated the franchise but also set a new standard for animated horror-comedy, influencing subsequent entries in the series. Its willingness to explore authentic supernatural threats added depth to the characters and expanded the Scooby-Doo universe in unexpected ways.
Join us as we dissect the elements that make Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island a standout entry in the franchise, examining its impact on the series and its place in the broader context of animated horror films.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode we are covering It Comes at Night (2017), a psychological horror film written and directed by Trey Edward Shults. Set in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a deadly disease, the story follows Paul (Joel Edgerton), his wife Sarah (Carmen Ejogo), and their son Travis (Kelvin Harrison Jr.) as they isolate themselves in a remote house to avoid infection. Their fragile sense of security is disrupted when another family seeks refuge, leading to escalating tension and mistrust.
We explore the film's themes of fear, grief, and the breakdown of trust, highlighting its atmospheric tension and strong performances. The narrative's ambiguity and focus on internal horrors over external threats have sparked diverse reactions, with some praising its cerebral approach and others critiquing its lack of clear resolution.
Join us as we dissect It Comes at Night, examining how it subverts traditional horror tropes to deliver a haunting exploration of human nature under duress.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
Spoilers: 0:00 - 28:00
Spoiler Free: 28:00- 51:23
In this episode we delve into The Ugly Stepsister (2025), Norwegian director Emilie Blichfeldt’s audacious debut that transforms the Cinderella story into a visceral body horror experience. Focusing on Elvira (Lea Myren), the so-called "ugly" stepsister, the film explores her descent into obsession and self-mutilation in a desperate bid to attain societal beauty standards and win the prince's affection.
Join us as we dissect The Ugly Stepsister, examining its bold narrative choices, thematic depth, and the visceral impact it leaves on its audience.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA
In this episode of we dive into The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016), a supernatural horror film directed by André Øvredal. The story follows father-and-son coroners, Tommy (Brian Cox) and Austin Tilden (Emile Hirsch), who are tasked with performing an autopsy on an unidentified woman found at the scene of a mysterious homicide. As they examine the body, they uncover increasingly bizarre and terrifying anomalies that defy scientific explanation.
We explore the film's strengths, including its claustrophobic setting and the compelling performances by Cox and Hirsch, which contribute to a mounting sense of dread. The movie effectively utilizes its confined environment to build tension, drawing viewers into the unsettling mystery surrounding Jane Doe.
Join us as we dissect The Autopsy of Jane Doe, examining its chilling atmosphere, narrative structure, and the elements that both elevate and hinder this intriguing entry in the horror genre.
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Music by Aries Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA