Black Christmas (1974) – Proto-Slasher Horror Thriller

Hey Cannon Cruisers fans! This week we’re covering Black Christmas (1974), a Canadian horror thriller directed by Bob Clark, also known for A Christmas Story and Porky’s. Set during the holidays, the film follows a sorority house plagued by obscene phone calls and a series of murders, laying the groundwork for the modern slasher film.

Join JD and Randy as they break down the film’s slow-burn tension, restrained violence, and eerie sound design. We discuss its ambiguous killer, unreliable assumptions, and lasting influence on slashers like Halloween and Scream. Tune in to hear why this bleak, unsettling classic still holds up fifty years later. Merry Christmas.

Content Warning: This episode contains explicit language.