This week, Richard and Angeles dive into The Cleansing Hour (2019)—a Shudder Original that asks the question: what if your favorite online exorcist went viral for real... and then all hell broke loose?
We go scene by scene through this demon-filled thrill ride, breaking down its inventive mix of found footage, social media satire, and good old-fashioned demonic possession. It’s blasphemous, bloody, and surprisingly clever.
😈 In this episode:
Full breakdown of The Cleansing Hour (2019)
How livestream culture amplifies horror
Exorcism tropes flipped on their head
Why this movie is perfect for fans of found footage and demonic chaos
Viana’s Review Corner – Her take on ring lights, fake faith, and real screams
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If you like your horror with a twist of tech, tension, and televangelist trauma, this one’s for you.
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