Stories to Dismember: Horror Movie Review

Trigger Warning: Harm to children, forced abduction

What if it turned out that there was an explanation? Would you believe it, even if it was one you never thought you'd have to consider? When strange occurrences begin taking place in the Barrett family's home, at first they just assume that their teenage son is to blame. But as the events become truly unexplainable, and their youngest child begins talking about nighttime visitors, they must face the possibility that there's nothing they can do to stop their tormentors. Aaron and Miguel are joined by special guest Sarah Soderlund to dismember Scott Stewart's 2013 film Dark Skies.

Ratings flicker through the home security cameras at 01:28:16

You can follow Sarah's work with parapsychology and the supernatural on Instagram at: @paranormalsarah

Trigger Warning: Harm to children, Evil Clowns

You know what kids REALLY want in their trick-or-treat haul? Antiquated video technology! When Timmy finds a VHS tape mixed in with his Halloween candy, he begs his sister Tia and babysitter Sarah to watch it with him. As the short films on the tape unfold, its viewers become less certain what is real, and what's just make-believe. Join Aaron, Lyndsey, and Miguel as they dismember Art the Clown's 2013 first appearance in All Hallow's Eve, directed by Damien Leone!

The ratings honk menacingly at 01:16:30.

I feel like we've been down this road before, but the scenery looks different... and we've got a new friend riding shotgun! The year is 1973: when a group of friends decide to take a road trip to attend a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert, their path takes them through a desolate part of the Texas countryside. It turns out, though, that the locals are serving up anything but southern hospitality! Aaron, Lyndsey, and Miguel are joined by filmmaker Ryan Valdez to dismember 2003's remake of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

The gang has covered several of Ryan's films before in our "Short Films" episodes. Check the reviews out there to find out more, or take a look at his online presence!

Instagram: instagram.com/raldez

Website: ryanmv.com

Ratings go onto the chopping block at 1:52:54.

It's the one night of the year where no one wears their real face, but they often show their true colors! In this anthology film, we follow the goings-on in a small town on the night of Halloween. As the lives of its residents intertwine, they come to find out that it's a holiday with a long memory and unexpected dangers. Join Lyndsey, Miguel, and Aaron as they dismember 2007's Trick 'R Treat!

The gang keeps their pumpkins lit until 01:18:21, when the ratings come out to play!

It's the end of our music-themed month; seems like the perfect time for an encore!

There's such a thing as being too invested in your idols. When Eddie gets his hands on a special demo track by a recently-deceased rockstar, he thinks it's too good to be true. As inexplicable things start to happen around him, though, he wonders whether he's actually lucky and whether the legendary Sammy Curr is really gone for good. Join Aaron, Lyndsey, and Miguel in this special rebroadcast of 1986's Trick Or Treat!

Some say that by playing the episode backwards, you can hear the ratings at 1:36:46!

Trigger Warning: White Supremacism, Intravenous Drug Use

When you're reduced to siphoning gas to get to gigs, maybe you should accept that the whole music thing isn't really working out. The Ain't Rights are a deeply underground punk band that's just about to throw in the towel, but they could really use some cash to get back across the country. A last-ditch show at a "boots and braces" club could be just what they need! When the lead singer sees something he shouldn't have, though, the vibe quickly turns from uncomfortable to hostile. Join Miguel, Aaron, and Lyndsey as they dismember 2015's Green Room, directed by Jeremy Saulnier.

Ratings slam into the mosh pit at 01:18:26!

There are lots of ways people try to clear a creative block; this might just be the worst. When the Foo Fighters travel to a mansion in Encino to record their latest album, they discover that it has a dark and disturbing past. Maybe they should get out of there, but there's something... otherworldly about the acoustics that might be just what Dave is looking for. Join Aaron, Miguel, and Lyndsey as they see just how far one man is willing to go for the perfect sound in 2022's Studio 666.

Juicy ratings are delivered to the door at 01:18:52!

There's a shortcut to fame and fortune, but be warned: the consequences may SUCK. Things are going poorly for Joey's band: they're out of money, are stuck playing crappy gigs, and their manager has just dumped them to cover Japanese hip-hop instead. When the band's bassist Jennifer meets up with a strangely alluring man after a show and returns the next day with some glamour of her own, though, it seems like things might be turning around. As the band continues their tour, they discover that Jennifer's transformation has come with a price; the question is: will they pay it themselves to get what she's got? Join Aaron, Lyndsey, and Miguel as they dismember 2009's Suck by writer/director/star Rob Stefaniuk!

Ratings arrive at the crossroads at 01:20:33.

Isn't it scary how time flies? It seems like only yesterday we were uploading our first episode, but it's been a full year of releases from Stories to Dismember! Aaron, Lyndsey, and Miguel have gotten together to look over some figures and fun facts about the last 51 episodes to reminisce about the good old days of yesteryear. Tune in to hear about the best- (and worst!) rated episodes, favorite moments, and how the gang first got to know each other! Plus, some play-along trivia!

There's something to be said for good-natured ribbing, but it's possible to take it too far; I guess the question is: is it just a joke, or something more calculated? Larry arrives at his motel the night before a family wedding, only to find that the night manager Chester is a bit of a prankster. As the evening wears on, and the jokes escalate, he begins to fear that Chester might not have good intentions after all. That said, though, Larry has a secret of his own... Join Aaron, Lyndsey, and Miguel as they dismember 2019's I'm Just F**cking With You, part of Hulu's Into the Dark compilation series.

Ratings wade out into the deep end at 01:16:20.