‘Slumber Party Massacre’: Gory, Fun, and Feminist Slasher Remake
Slumber Party Massacre is a gory film with just enough commentary on sexist excuses, the validity of women’s voices, and the inherent feminism of the slasher.
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Slumber Party Massacre is a gory film with just enough commentary on sexist excuses, the validity of women’s voices, and the inherent feminism of the slasher.
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