Ever found yourself squinting at a screen, not because you need glasses, but because the movie is just that dimly lit? That's exactly where we found ourselves with the "Slender Man" movie, a film that left us fumbling with our remote to adjust the brightness just to see if there was anything worth watching. We've all heard of Slender Man, but how did a character with such a nonsensical origin become an internet horror icon? Join us as we navigate the murky waters of this film's lackluster attempt at horror, and ponder what actually makes a story spine-chilling.
Remember the first time you watched "Halloween" or "Friday the 13th"? We're diving back into those horror classics, and let's just say it was a revelation compared to our "Slender Man" struggle. We even took a mid-movie detour to "Below Deck" just to cleanse the palate. Our conversation meanders through the highs and lows of horror cinema, from appreciating the tension-building genius of "Halloween" to chuckling over the quirky narrative of "Mikey." We also spare a thought for talented actresses like Joey King, musing over how even her skills couldn't save this sinking ship.
But the horror doesn't stop there. We've got ghost-hunting escapades planned, a hopeful future as YouTube stars, and a hilarious take on sneeze etiquette that you won't want to miss. We round off the episode with some light-hearted banter on dating dynamics, and a teaser for our next critique featuring a familiar face from "Harold and Kumar" and "Star Trek." Whether it's puzzling over confusing character names or laughing at bizarre plot decisions, we promise you an episode full of humor, horror, and a sprinkle of the supernatural.
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