Horror Hour with the Hanna’s
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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Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Shudder is blowing out the candles, and we’re joining the party! In this special episode, we spotlight four standout Shudder originals that showcase the streaming service’s unique approach to horror.
We start with Blood Quantum (2020), Jeff Barnaby’s bold and bloody take on the zombie genre with a sharp cultural edge. Then we unravel the eerie tension of Caveat (2020), a claustrophobic chamber piece that proves minimalism can be terrifying. Next up, we descend into Mad God (2021), Phil Tippett’s decades-in-the-making stop-motion nightmare that’s as mesmerizing as it is disturbing. Finally, we check out Grafted (2024), a body-horror gem that combines beauty expectations and mutation in unsettling ways.
Together, these films highlight Shudder’s range—from socially charged horror to experimental art to nerve-racking slow burns. Whether you’re a longtime subscriber or just horror-curious, this birthday bash proves why Shudder has become the home of modern horror.
We are joined by No Bodies! Check them out here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5uvLq8T42VxmGW29xCQtp9?si=70048aacaccc4e9a
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Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
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
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
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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Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
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
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
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
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
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
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
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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Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
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
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
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
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
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