Horror Hour with the Hanna’s

The Monkey (2025) - Spoiler Free Review (ft. Haunted US)

SPOILER FREE: 0:00-31:30SPOILER TALK: 31:30-1:10:07In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we take a hard look at The Monkey (2025), the latest Stephen King adaptation directed by Osgood Perkins and produced by James Wan. With a stacked cast—including Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, and Elijah Wood—this horror-comedy attempts to bring King’s chilling short story to life. But does it succeed, or does the cymbal-banging terror lose its rhythm?We break down the film’s tonal shifts, its blend of horror and comedy, and whether the changes from King’s original story enhance or dilute the scares. While Perkins leans into a darkly humorous approach, does it undercut the horror? And does The Monkey justify its feature-length runtime, or does it stretch a simple concept too far?Join us as we analyze where The Monkey lands—does it deliver the frights, or is this one toy best left collecting dust?In this episode we are joined by Brandon from Haunted US. You can find him here:https://hauntedus.com/https://www.instagram.com/hauntedus/Follow Us on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannasMusic by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Horror and The Oscars: Reviewing the 7 horror movies nominated for Best Picture

Horror rarely gets the love it deserves at the Academy Awards, but a select few films have broken through and earned a coveted Best Picture nomination. In this episode of we dive into the seven horror films that defied the odds and landed in Oscar territory.We break down what made these films Oscar-worthy, their impact on the genre, and whether horror is finally getting the recognition it deserves.Follow Us on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannasMusic by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Black Swan (2010) - ”The Feminine Urge to Go Completely Insane” (ft. The Revisionist’s Almanac)

In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we pirouette into the haunting world of Black Swan (2010), Darren Aronofsky’s psychological horror masterpiece. With Natalie Portman’s Oscar-winning performance as a ballerina spiraling into obsession, this film blends beauty, madness, and body horror in a way that still lingers in audiences’ minds.We break down the film’s themes of artistic perfection, duality, and psychological decay, exploring how Aronofsky crafts a nightmarish descent into madness. Is Black Swan a horror film in disguise or a true genre-bending thriller? And how does its portrayal of ambition and self-destruction still resonate today?This week we are joined by Andrew from "The Revisionist Almanac". You can find more of Andrew here:https://open.spotify.com/show/0k1pTUl2hYrgIiZpziFQTv?si=95a2eba2ed404992Follow Us on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannasMusic by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Companion (2025) - SPOILER FREE REVIEW (ft. Brit from ”1001 by 1”)

SPOILER FREE: 0:00-41:16SPOILER TALK: 41:16-1:17:55We dive intoCompanion (2025), a horror thriller directed by Drew Hancock. The film follows Iris, portrayed by Sophie Thatcher, and her boyfriend Josh, played by Jack Quaid, as they tackle a weekend of unexpected violence and self-discovery.We discuss the film's balance of dark humor and horror, the depth of its social commentary, and the performances that bring this narrative to life.In this episode we are joined by Brit from 1001 by 1. You can find her and her co-hosts here:https://open.spotify.com/show/4SO5TQO7WgETdorAPvyKAN?si=97371d3b1c5d4839Follow Us on Instagram and TikTok: @horrorhourwiththehannasMusic by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Presence (2025) - SPOILER FREE REVIEW (ft. thereelvoice)

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We delve into Steven Soderbergh's innovative horror film, Presence . Shot entirely from the perspective of a supernatural entity, the film offers a unique take on the haunted house genre. We explore the narrative's effectiveness, the performances of Lucy Liu and the supporting cast, and Soderbergh's directorial choices. Does this experimental approach breathe new life into horror storytelling, or does it leave viewers feeling disconnected? Join us as we discuss the film's strengths, weaknesses, and its place in modern horror cinema.
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The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023) - ”Boats ’N Bros”

Vampire January Part 5: The Final Bite
In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we climb aboard The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023) and dissect the highs and lows of this ambitious horror film. Directed by André Øvredal, the movie expands on Bram Stoker’s infamous chapter, chronicling the doomed crew of the Demeter as they transport Dracula across the sea.
The film boasts a haunting setting but does its slow pace and predictable storytelling drag it down? We examine whether this high-seas horror makes the most of its atmospheric premise or if it’s more bark than bite.
Tune in as we break down the scares, the storytelling, and whether The Last Voyage of the Demeter adds anything new to the long legacy of Dracula adaptations—or if it just treads water.
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From Dusk Till Dawn (1996) - ”A Cinematic Feet”

We take a bite out of the cult classic From Dusk Till Dawn (1996), directed by Robert Rodriguez and written by Quentin Tarantino. What starts as a gritty crime thriller quickly morphs into a bloody vampire showdown, making it one of the most unpredictable genre mashups in cinematic history.
We discuss George Clooney and Quentin Tarantino as the Gecko brothers, Salma Hayek’s unforgettable (and serpentine) performance, and the film’s wild tonal shift that caught audiences completely off guard.
Is From Dusk Till Dawn a chaotic masterpiece or just a fun B-movie with big names? Tune in as we break down the film’s twists, turns, and blood-soaked brilliance.
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Bram Stroker’s Dracula (1992) - ”Bloody Valentine”

Vampire January Continues!!
This week we explore the opulent, haunting world of Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992). Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, this gothic horror classic reimagines Dracula as a tragic, romantic antihero, blending lush visuals with timeless themes of love, loss, and the supernatural.
We discuss Gary Oldman’s unforgettable performance as the enigmatic Count Dracula, the film’s groundbreaking practical effects, and its richly detailed production design. From Anthony Hopkins’ eccentric Van Helsing to Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves’ iconic (if occasionally divisive) performances, we examine the cast, storytelling, and Coppola’s daring artistic choices.
Does Bram Stoker’s Dracula remain the definitive adaptation of Stoker’s novel, or is it overshadowed by its own extravagance? Tune in as we dissect this enduring classic and its impact on the vampire genre.
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Twilight (2008) - ”Hold on Tight, Spidermonkey!”

Vampire January continues this week as we dive into the supernatural romance that took the world by storm—Twilight (2008). Directed by Catherine Hardwicke and based on Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling novel, this film introduced us to Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, and the moody, misty world of Forks, Washington.
From its iconic soundtrack to its sparkling vampires, Twilight left an indelible mark on pop culture and launched a franchise that defined a generation. But how well does it hold up today? Join us as we unpack its cultural impact, fan-fueled controversies, and the legacy of this divisive phenomenon.
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Nosferatu (2024) - SPOILER FREE REVIEW

In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we sink our teeth into Nosferatu (2024), Robert Eggers’ stunning reinterpretation of the 1922 silent horror classic. Starring Bill Skarsgård as the iconic Count Orlok and Lily-Rose Depp as the tormented Ellen Hutter, this atmospheric tale of obsession and dread has captivated audiences with its haunting visuals and period-accurate detail.
We’ll discuss, Bill Skarsgård’s chilling performance as Count Orlok and how it compares to previous iterations of the vampire. Lily-Rose Depp’s portrayal of Ellen and the emotional core she brings to the story. Robert Eggers’ signature direction, blending historical authenticity with unrelenting gothic horror. And, how this adaptation stacks up to the 1922 original and the lasting legacy of Nosferatu.
Was Eggers’ dark vision worth the hype, or does it pale in comparison to its groundbreaking predecessor? Tune in as we critique the film’s style, performances, and its place in modern horror cinema.
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