All articles tagged with #slasher
Jane Schoenbrun's Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is a playful ode to 1980s slashers that uses a journey of identity and sexual awakening to anchor its homage, with standout performances from Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson.
Director Jane Schoenbrun's Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma opened on five screens in limited release, grossing $251,500 ($50,300 per screen) and earning near-universal praise (98% on Rotten Tomatoes). With leads Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, the meta-horror is positioned to expand, offering hopeful momentum for indie horror as Spider-Man dominates the weekend.
Jane Schoenbrun’s new meta-slasher, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, uses a scholarly gaze on horror to unpack beloved franchises—Psycho, Psycho II, Nightmare on Elm Street 3, Evil Dead II, and Friday the 13th Part 2—while exploring reboot culture, queer-coded desire, and the film’s dreamlike, cinematic play between image and longing.
Episode 8, 'Your Baggage,' shifts from a Patricia flashback concept to a high-stakes chase as a 40-year-old Patricia is stalked by the Boogeyman; she fights back with a taser, a shotgun finale, and a twisty montage, delivering a personal triumph for Patricia while leaving Wyck and Tom to grapple with a curse that isn’t over, setting up the series' signature blend of horror and dark humor.
At Cannes, Jane Schoenbrun discussed their new film Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma with Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, describing it as a bloody, funny queer slasher. The story follows Kris, a director hired to reboot a problematic ’80s franchise, whose meeting with Billy Presley spirals into a psychosexual exploration of sexuality and identity. Schoenbrun, who is trans nonbinary, frames the project as “about as commercial as I can do,” while the cast shares personal connections to horror and coming‑of‑age themes. MUBI will release the film theatrically on August 7, 2026. The full panel is available in video form, and the interview ties Schoenbrun’s own journey to the film’s themes of self-discovery and sexuality.
Four new releases are reviewed: You, Me & Tuscany is buoyed by Halle Bailey but crippled by ugly visuals; Exit 8 creates an atmospheric loop-like mood yet drags; Hamlet as a modern London adaptation limps under busy camerawork and editing, despite Riz Ahmed's strong turn; Faces Of Death uses meta-horror to critique online content but doesn’t fully land. Overall, the round-up is mixed, with several high-potential ideas undercut by execution issues.
Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer for 'Scream 7', featuring the return of Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, as she faces a new Ghostface killer threatening her and her daughter, with the film set to release on February 27, 2026.
'Black Phone 2' is a campy, fun slasher film that leans into classic horror tropes and delivers entertaining scares, but it disappoints as a sequel by abandoning the psychological depth and tone of the original, resulting in a more action-oriented and less atmospheric experience.
The 2025 film 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' incorporates Marvel Cinematic Universe-style cameos and post-credits teases, reflecting the growing influence of the MCU on horror franchises. It features nostalgic callbacks, fan service, and self-referential humor, blurring the lines between traditional slashers and superhero universes, while hinting at potential future sequels.
The sequel to 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' offers nostalgic slasher fun with a bloodier, more action-packed approach, focusing on friendship and suspense, but remains predictable and heavily reliant on the original's formula, making it best suited for die-hard fans.
The reboot of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' is a successful and satisfying addition to the horror/slasher genre, featuring returning stars and a new cast, directed by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson.
The new 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' sequel, set three decades after the original, features nostalgic callbacks but fails to deliver fresh thrills or originality, despite the presence of returning stars Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt. The film is bogged down by predictable plot twists and underdeveloped characters, making it a disappointing addition to the franchise.
The 2025 reboot of 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' offers a fresh take on the horror requel genre, introducing new characters and a mysterious killer while featuring nostalgic appearances from original stars Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr., blending humor, tension, and unexpected twists to appeal to a new generation of horror fans.
"In a Violent Nature," an experimental horror film by Chris Nash, focuses on the lulls between murders and the perspective of the undead killer Johnny. The film's tension peaks in its ending, where the final girl Kris escapes but remains haunted, highlighting the film's commentary on horror tropes and the nature of fear.
"In a Violent Nature," a horror film by Chris Nash, offers a unique twist on the slasher genre by presenting the story from the perspective of the killer, Johnny. The film, which features extreme violence and inventive kills, has garnered attention for its originality and brutal scenes, including a standout murder involving drag hooks. Despite initial production challenges, Nash's debut feature has been praised for its suspense and reinvention of classic horror tropes.