Episode Synopsis
This week the Hack or Slash team explores how Eli Roth got his start by checking out Cabin Fever (2003). The group questions the point of filmmakers using slurs as punchlines, examine the impact felt when empathy is lost during crisis, and Paris and Kris bond over a mutual love of Celine Dion. The group also learns Hillary Duff changed Paris's life, and realizes Ryan might be the only person unfamiliar with Peter Jackson. This episode contains spoilers.
Movie Details
Title: "Cabin Fever"
Run time: 1h 33m
Release Date: September 12, 2003
Mentioned in the Episode
It's All Coming Back To Me Now - Celine Dion Music Video
It's All Coming Back To Me Now - Lea Michelle, Performed on Glee
"That's So Gay" Hillary Duff PSA
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Music Credits
"Hack or Slash" by Daniel Stapleton
"The Dread" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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