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Videos built around the horror film criticism theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

11 videos

Top 5 Worst Horror Remakes
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Top 5 Worst Horror Remakes

Slash 'N Cast counts down their picks for the five worst horror remakes in a podcast-style video essay format. The hosts share opinions and commentary on underperforming or poorly received remakes within the horror genre. This is an entertainment and opinion-driven piece rather than a tutorial or how-to video.

Slash 'N Cast· 19,533 views
GET OUT (2017) - Movie Review/Discussion - Slash 'N Cast
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GET OUT (2017) - Movie Review/Discussion - Slash 'N Cast

Slash 'N Cast hosts Nic Christian, Mike Gordon, and Riley Lorden sit down to review and discuss Jordan Peele's 2017 horror film Get Out. The episode is part of the crew's regular weekly podcast/video series covering horror and genre films. Viewers are encouraged to share their own reactions to the film in the comments.

Slash 'N Cast· 16,895 views
What’s The Worst Horror Remake?
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What’s The Worst Horror Remake?

This short video from Slash 'N Cast appears to be a casual discussion or opinion piece about the worst horror movie remakes. At roughly two minutes, it likely presents quick takes or a ranked list of poorly received horror remakes. No source description was provided, so content details are limited.

Slash 'N Cast· 1,908 views
Smile (2022) | Movie Review
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Smile (2022) | Movie Review

This video is a review of the 2022 horror film Smile by the Slash 'N Cast channel. The hosts share their thoughts and opinions on the movie from a horror fan perspective. The content is commentary-based rather than instructional or Halloween-production focused.

Slash 'N Cast· 1,280 views
Horror Movie Catch-Up: Night Swim, Imaginary, The Watchers & MORE (feat. Austin Spicer & Jaden Bush)
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Horror Movie Catch-Up: Night Swim, Imaginary, The Watchers & MORE (feat. Austin Spicer & Jaden Bush)

Three horror enthusiasts — Mak Ralston, Austin Spicer, and Jaden Bush — sit down for a wide-ranging podcast discussion covering roughly nine horror films released in 2024. Each title gets its own dedicated segment, with the hosts sharing personal reactions and critical takes. The episode closes with a broader conversation about where the horror genre is headed.

Haunt Former· 1,105 views
The Visit (2015) Movie | R.I.P. Reviews
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The Visit (2015) Movie | R.I.P. Reviews

Haunt Former teams up with Jared from ComedyBros for a collaborative horror movie review segment called R.I.P. Reviews, focusing on M. Night Shyamalan's 2015 found-footage thriller The Visit. The film follows two siblings whose first encounter with their grandparents turns increasingly sinister. The review offers a Halloween-enthusiast perspective on the film's creepy atmosphere and scare effectiveness.

Haunt Former· 924 views
“Smile” Didn’t Make Me Smile
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“Smile” Didn’t Make Me Smile

Haunt Former delivers a podcast-style review and discussion of the 2022 horror film 'Smile,' sharing a lukewarm overall reaction to the movie. The episode is part of the creator's Campfire Storytelling Podcast series. The format leans conversational rather than structured critique, making it feel like an informal chat around a campfire.

Haunt Former· 798 views
Jigsaw (2017) | R.I.P. Reviews
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Jigsaw (2017) | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review segment covers Jigsaw, the eighth entry in the long-running Saw franchise, released in 2017. The host evaluates how well the film holds up within the series' legacy, presenting it as part of the recurring R.I.P. Reviews series on the Haunt Former channel. At just five minutes, the video offers a quick, opinionated take aimed at Halloween and horror enthusiasts. The channel itself spans a broader range of Halloween content including prop builds, haunted houses, and haunt stories.

Haunt Former· 727 views
Triple Feature: Rob Zombie’s The Munsters, Mr. Harrigan’s Phone, Hellraiser (2022)
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Triple Feature: Rob Zombie’s The Munsters, Mr. Harrigan’s Phone, Hellraiser (2022)

This episode of the Campfire Storytelling Podcast tackles three recent horror-adjacent releases — Rob Zombie's The Munsters, Mr. Harrigan's Phone, and the 2022 Hellraiser reboot — in a single sitting. The host frames the trio candidly, noting only one truly qualifies as horror, while the others lean toward family comedy and understated drama respectively. Each film gets its own dedicated segment with timestamps, giving listeners an organized breakdown rather than a scattered overview. The tone is informal and opinionated, consistent with a passion-driven horror podcast.

Haunt Former· 542 views
Not All Horror's Created Equal: Hokum, Obsession, & Passenger
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Not All Horror's Created Equal: Hokum, Obsession, & Passenger

Haunt Former reviews three recent horror films — Hokum, Obsession, and Passenger — offering a ranked take on their quality. The verdict lands one film as great, one as decent, and one as a clear disappointment. Each title gets its own dedicated segment with personal commentary and critical analysis. The video wraps with closing thoughts tying the three reviews together.

Haunt Former· 390 views
HEART EYES & THE MONKEY MOVIE REVIEWS: SHOCKTAILS HORROR REVIEWS #horrormovies #hearteyes #themonkey
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HEART EYES & THE MONKEY MOVIE REVIEWS: SHOCKTAILS HORROR REVIEWS #horrormovies #hearteyes #themonkey

Shocktails is a recurring Hauntcast segment in which hosts Johnny Thunder and Baker crack open drinks and deliver casual, opinionated reviews of recent horror films. This episode covers two titles: Heart Eyes and The Monkey. The format blends laid-back horror fandom with lighthearted commentary, making it feel more like a conversation between enthusiasts than a formal critique.

Hauntcast· 54 views