Slasher Sessions
Slasher Sessions

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Slasher Sessions

2024
Movie
20 min
English

What if all the world's most famous slashers had to go to group therapy? Join Doctor Jamie Hyman as she helps five notorious mass murderers stop slashing and start healing. A horror comedy short film that is a love letter to all the slasher films, both new and old, where demonic and silent killers are searching for a breakthrough.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Scott GeiterGenres: Horror, Slasher

Plot Summary

A group of filmmakers attempts to create the ultimate slasher film by recreating iconic murder scenes from the genre's history. However, their ambition takes a terrifying turn when the lines between fiction and reality blur, and they become the targets of a real-life killer who seems to be inspired by the very movies they are making. As the body count rises, they must fight for their lives against a relentless assailant.

Critical Reception

Slasher Sessions has garnered mixed to positive reviews, particularly from fans of the slasher subgenre. Critics often praise its meta-commentary on horror tropes and its practical effects, though some find the pacing uneven. Audience reception has been generally favorable, appreciating its direct homage to classic slasher films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its clever deconstruction of slasher film clichés.

  • Praised for its effective practical gore and suspenseful sequences.

  • Some found the narrative predictable, relying heavily on genre familiarity.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's authentic slasher feel and its successful execution of fan-service moments for horror enthusiasts. Some viewers noted that while enjoyable, it doesn't necessarily break new ground within the genre.

Fun Fact

The film intentionally uses a low-fi aesthetic and practical effects to evoke the feel of 1980s slasher movies, eschewing modern CGI for a more authentic, gritty look.

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