Chopping It Up
A podcast discussing horror movies both new and old. Together, we will compare and contrast two horror movies, connecting them via various through lines including themes, tropes, motifs, actors, and sub genres, among other similarities. The goal is to explore the evolution of the horror genre, and to compare and contrast how these films interact with each other, and where they sit in the cinematic landscape. Each episode we’ll cover everything including remakes, sequels, reimaginings, and reboots of classic films, from slasher flicks to vampire movies to zombie movies to Lovecraftian films to monster movies to psychological horror to just about anything else you can think of.
Episodes
This week, we’re slicing into Tales from the Hood, a cult classic where social commentary meets supernatural terror. From killer dolls to corrupt cops, this horror anthology delivers sharp scares and sharper truths. Join us as we unpack the eerie elegance of Mr. Simms’ funeral home, discuss the film’s unforgettable segments, and honor how this ’90s gem used horror to hold up a mirror to real-world horrors. Come for th...
Summer is officially here—and that means it's time to kick off pool season with two aquatic horror heavyweights: Jaws and Piranha. In this supersized episode, we wade into the deep waters of Spielberg’s blockbuster classic and Joe Dante’s schlocky, subversive B-movie to ask: What really lurks beneath the surface?
From the birth of the summer blockbuster to genre-blending brilliance, we break down what makes these films endure—yes, ...
This week, we’re strapping on our pulse rifles and heat vision as we dive into two of sci-fi horror’s most iconic franchises: Aliens (1986) and Predator (1987). We break down what makes Ripley and Dutch the ultimate survivors, compare Xenomorph terror to Predator stealth, and ask the ultimate question—who’s the real apex hunter? It’s acid blood vs. thermal vision in a showdown for the ages.
This week on Prime Cuts, we take a trip to Summerisle for a deep dive into the sun-drenched dread of The Wicker Man (1973). From rigid righteousness to ritual sacrifice, we explore how Sergeant Howie’s doomed investigation unfolds amidst maypoles, masks, and eerily cheerful folk songs. We’re talking pagan pageantry, sexual tension in graveyards, and yes—corn rigs and barley rigs aplenty. It’s a slow burn that ends in flames, and we...
This week on Chopping It Up Horror, we’re teaming up with the badass hosts of Final Girls for a deep, no-holds-barred dive into one of the most talked-about modern horror films: Barbarian.
We dissect the film’s bold structure, unpredictable twists, and subversive use of horror tropes—from Airbnb anxieties to monstrous motherhood. Alongside the Final Girls crew, we explore the film’s layered themes of gender, power, and survival, an...
In this chilling double feature, we’re diving headfirst into two iconic tales of satanic suspense: The Omen (1976) and Rosemary’s Baby (1968). From creepy kids and cryptic prophecies to gaslighting husbands and sinister cults, these films set the gold standard for demonic dread.
We unpack the themes, explore the cultural fears that fueled their popularity, and ask the real questions—like who’s worse: Damien or Guy? (Spoiler: It mig...
Is it horror, is it comedy… or is it just one big prank? In thisPrime Cuts episode, we dive into the cult classic April Fool’s Day, where a weekend getaway turns into a twisted game with a killer punchline. Grab your party hats and trust issues—this one’s got more fake-outs than a bad magic show. 🃏🔪
In this Prime Cuts episode, we revisit Little Monsters (1989), the wild mix of adventure, gross-out humor, and nightmare fuel starring Fred Savage and Howie Mandel. From Maurice’s mischievous antics to the eerie underworld beneath the bed, we break down what makes this cult classic memorable—whether for better or weirder. Does it still hold up? Tune in to find out!
In this episode of Chopping It Up, we dive into the world of killer vehicles with a double feature review of Maximum Overdrive (1986) and its lesser-known Canadian counterpart, Trucks (1997). Stephen King’s only directorial effort delivers camp, chaos, and a killer AC/DC soundtrack, while Trucks takes a more serious (and significantly tamer) approach to the same story. Which version delivers the most mayhem? Which one runs out of g...
Roses are red, violets are blue… and if you head back to the mines, Harry Warden will come for you! This Prime Cuts episode of Chopping It Up Horror goes deep into the 1981 slasher classic My Bloody Valentine. Grab your heart-shaped box (but maybe don’t open it) and join us for a love letter to one of the bloodiest Valentine’s Day flicks ever made!
Say his name… if you dare. In this episode of Chopping It Up, we dive into the horror classic Candyman (1992) and its chilling 2021 reimagining. From the haunting atmosphere of Cabrini-Green to the deeper themes of racial trauma, gentrification, and urban legends, we break down what makes both films terrifying, thought-provoking, and relevant. How does the original’s gothic horror compare to Nia DaCosta’s modern vision? Does Tony T...
We explore Panos Cosmatos' trippy cosmic horror "The Viewing" from Netflix's Cabinet of Curiosities S1E7.
We are lining up a couple of precarious weather classics in John Carpenter's 1982 sci-fi classic, The Thing, and we're pairing that up with Chuck Russell's 1988 remake of The Blob.
On our Christmas spectacular we cover Bob Clark's seminal 1974 film, Black Christmas, and match it up with Charles Sellier Jr.'s 1984 movie, Silent Night Deadly Night.
This week we're covering episode one titled El Jefe of season one of Ash vs. Evil Dead.
This week we have Eli Roth's contemporary take on the classic classic slasher subgenre 2023 hit, Thanksgiving. We pair that with another turkey day slasher the absolutely, bat shit bonkers crazy Blood Rage from 1987.
Today we do continue our streak of classic slasher films as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Wes Craven's unsettling 1984 masterpiece, Nightmare on Elm Street. We pair that with the third installment in the franchise, A Nightmare Elm Street 3, Dream Warriors from 1987.
This week we are covering episode one of the horror anime Uzumaki.
In the spirit of all Hallows Eve, we have the OG 1978 John Carpenter Halloween on the docket for episode 13 of Chopping It Up. We're pairing that with the 2007 Rob Zombie remake by the same name.
Welcome to our sixth episode of Prime Cuts, the bite-size series from Chopping It Up Horror, where we carve out the juiciest bits of terror in a fraction of the time. Whether you’re here for a quick scare or a taste of horror’s most haunting moments, you’re in the right place.
This week we're covering episode six, titled Book Six: Acts of the Apostles from the 2021 Gothic supernatural horror mini series, Midnight Mass, directed by ...
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