It was a genre that defined a generation of horror, from every hidden stalker trope to the teens who just wanted to have fun. Movie aficionado and classmate Mikey joins us as we talk through how slasher films came into existence, hit a fever pitch in the mid-80s, and gave way to 90's horror and beyond. We hit the highlights--and many lowlights--that made these movies the unstoppable monsters they were. So stay together, lock your doors, and don't you dare wander off alone... because we're talking Freddy, Jason, Michael, Leatherface, Chucky, and so many more villains ready to spoil our good time.Support the show by tossing us some lunch money at ko-fi.com/80shighpodcast. Write an 80's inspired note when you do, and we'll share it on the show! -- Can I Borrow Your Notes? -- Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher FilmIn Search of DarknessNightmares in Red, White, and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror FilmNever Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy -- Teacher's Pets -- Join the Class of 80's High: [email protected]Follow on Instagram: @80shighpodcast and Twitter: @high_80sTheme song by Greg Reed at gregreedmusic.comCover art by Alex Goddard at alexgoddarddesign.com