It Slays Podcast

OG squad member Xylia returns just in time to continue our annual Halloween tradition with HALLOWEEN 5: THE REVENGE OF MICHAEL MYERS (1989)! Is the fifth iteration of a franchise the time to try out bold new stylistic choices? How much do we love Michael's mask this time around? And, did we unknowingly usher in the battle of the sexes?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YA...

The squad goes on a gothic adventure with Every Horror Movie On Netflix host, and fellow horror hound, Patrick's Patreon pick, VAN HELSING (2004). Is this a worthy homage to the Universal Monsters? Is CGI of this calibre forgivable? And, did Patrick pick this just to troll us? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:1...

The squad invites Willow Catelyn Maclay back to the show to discuss one of the most iconic horror movies of all time with Rowan's pick, THE EXORCIST (1973)! Is this still one of the scariest movies ever made? Are we fans of the theatrical or the director's cut? And no one on the show could ever HATE such a staple of horror movie canon… Right? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NA...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton and Rowan pray for THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER (2023)! Does this film destroy the EXORCIST franchise? Is Rowan still team DGG? And, does Colton have ANYTHING positive to say? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:03:55) Synopsis (00:04:25) Review (SPOILER FREE) (00:04:45) Review (SPOILERS)...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill put on their fringe and travel back to 1987 with TOTALLY KILLER (2023)! Has Kiernan Shipka found her calling as a badass scream queen? Did Blumhouse do a disservice by not giving this a theatrical release? And, most importantly… Do blowjobs save lives? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:0...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton, Gill, & Rowan keep their eyeballs peeled (literally) with SAW X (2023)! Are we fans of the SAW franchise? Did the traps this time around meet our expectations? And, can Rowan keep his filthy politics out of our horror movies!? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:05:00) Synopsis...

The squad gets DOUBLE the folk horror with Colton's pick, THE WICKER MAN (1973 & 2006)! Did MIDSOMMAR blatantly rip this off? Can Nic Cage screaming about bees save your horror remake? And, most importantly… Does size matter? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:05:45) Trailer (00:...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan keep an eye out for little green men in NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU (2023)! Is this one of the best direct-to-streaming horror releases in years? What did we think of the ending? And, most importantly, what kind of trashy magazines did Rowan read as a kid? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan break open the new Indian horror film, IT LIVES INSIDE (2023)! Does this usher in an exciting new horror director? Does the entity bear a striking resemblance to another horror creature from this year? And, does Rowan continue to call this movie by a more x-rated title? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS:...

Special guest, Anthony Nicastro, squeezes into our clown car to discuss Gill's pick, TERRIFIER (2016). Is Art the Clown the most iconic horror villain of the last decade? Are these practical effects to die for? And, will the squad rip out Anthony's heart with their rating? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Co...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill drink the blood of Jesus and watch THE NUN II (2023)! Is this movie too reliant on jump scares? How much does Gill enjoy THE CONJURING universe? And, can Rowan say a single nice thing about this film? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:01) Synopsis (00:04:31) Review (SP...

The squad gets gooey and explores virtual game worlds with Mike’s pick, eXistenZ (1999). How do we feel about David Cronenberg’s relationship with the body? Does Gill have a thing for young Jennifer Jason Leigh? Mike & Rowan sweat it out as Jude Law penetrates what hole with his tongue? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We...

The squad gives a proper eulogy for Horror Hound Niklas' Patreon pick, PHANTASM (1978). Does this film cater to Mike & Rowan? Does the Tall Man “measure up” to his reputation? And, is Gill doomed to make enemies with her review? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:04:50) Synopsis/First Experiences (00:05:20) Revi...

The squad can’t keep the secret anymore—Rowan's pick is I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (1997). Is there any movie with a more 90s cast? Is S.M.G. the real star of this film? Is this slasher overrated or a true cult classic? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:59) Trailer (00:23:28...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill hope Dracula is "fond of me lobster" in the nautical-themed horror, THE LAST VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER (2023)! Has Universal finally done right by one of their classic monsters? Did any of the jump scares get Gill? And, does this film pass the "Rowan" test? Wait... What the hell kind of test is that?! Tune in to find out if we gave t...

The squad settles in with a little snuff and reviews Colton's pick, THESIS (1996). Does the analog detective work still work twenty years later? Have recent horror releases been sorely lacking good chase sequences? And, did Colton's misunderstanding of what this film was about completely ruin his enjoyment? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: The...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan hold hands and talk about A24's TALK TO ME (2022)! Does a horror film finally understand teenagers? Is this the strongest directorial debut since BARBARIAN? And, has A24 finally stopped making films about grief? Probably not. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00:02:29...

The squad gets Korn-y with Gill's pick, QUEEN OF THE DAMNED (2002). Sure, this MTV, Nu-Metal soundtrack slaps, but does it work for this film? Just how good was Aaliyah? And, can Stuart Townsend fill the frilled shirt of Tom Cruise? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:26) Trailer (...

With our new and improved Patreon launched, the squad tackles our first new Patreon pick, Holly's pick, TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016). Is Gill a big fan of Ma Dong? Does Colton empathize with the plight of the rich businessman? And, can Rowan pronounce the name of this movie? Definitely not. Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! And, if you want to choose a movie for us...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Rowan & Gill enter the further and discuss INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR (2023)! Does this close the book on an iconic horror franchise? What does the future look like for Patrick Wilson as a director? And how badly did the jump scares get Gill & Rowan? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (00...

The squad gets dressed up and brings their childhood trauma to prom with Mike's pick, HELLO MARY LOU: PROM NIGHT II (1987). Did we find a "Mike pick" that Colton doesn't hate? Can Rowan get over that rocking horse? And, is Gill regretting her musical tastes? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consumi...

The boys are left to their own devices to close out PRIDE 2023 with Rowan's pick, HELLRAISER (1987). Is Clive Barker a timeless queer icon? Is this the pinnacle of wet, goopy movies? And, just who is fat Morpheus? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro/Pride Book Recommendations (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming? (00:06:49) Trailer (00:30:55)...

The squad kicks off PRIDE 2023 with Colton's pick, THE BABADOOK (2014). How did Mister Babadook become a gay icon? Do we smell some of Tim Burton's influence here? And, is the "daddy" of elevated horror incredibly overrated? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming? (00:03:52) Trailer (00:17:43)...

In this episode of NOW SLAYING, Colton & Rowan come face-to-face with the original "closet monster"—THE BOOGEYMAN (2023)! What'd we think of the boogeyman's design? Is Sophie Thatcher a star in the making? And, wait... Is this yet ANOTHER horror movie about grief?! Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) Trailer (...

Colton returns just in time to strap up and possibly never come back from Gill’s pick, ANNIHILATION (2018). Do Mike & Rowan think this lives up to the book? Does Gill have some sort of theme going on with her picks? And… Wait, when's the last time Colton saw this? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS: Theme/Intro (00:00:00) What We Been Consuming? (...