Welcome to the very first episode of Reel Beans! Join host Benjamin Schneider as we unwrap the eerie elegance of Black Christmas (1974)—the quietly revolutionary horror film that helped define the slasher genre before Halloween made it famous.

With a hot cup of coffee in hand, we explore what makes this Canadian proto-slasher so unnerving, why it still resonates nearly 50 years later, and how director Bob Clark created tension through what we don't see. From the chilling phone calls to the film's ambiguous ending, we discuss why Black Christmas remains a masterclass in atmospheric horror.

Coffee Pairing: Counter Culture Coffee's Big Trouble - a round, comforting blend with notes of caramel and nuttiness that pairs perfectly with a film that lulls you into coziness before creeping under your skin.

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