In many famous slasher films, the main antagonists often possess distinctive tools of terror they employ to slaughter their primarily innocent victims. For instance, Jason Voorhees wields a machete, Michael Myers uses a kitchen knife, and Freddy Krueger employs his finger blades. What’s interesting is that these weapons share the common trait of being designed for cutting, dismemberment, and, you guessed it, slashing. Scenes involving these tools are staples in these films, but what truly excites fans is when a murderer decides to use an unconventional instrument to bring about their victim’s demise. They eagerly await innovative filmmakers who can breathe fresh life into the genre by introducing novel tactics.
Let’s examine some fascinating weapons that appear in slasher movies, which span from futuristic to magical and encompass a wide variety of types.
A Guitar with a Drill – Slumber Party Massacre II (1987)
The original Slumber Party Massacre movie was somewhat overly dramatic, making it all the more amusing with its cheesy elements. However, the second installment fully embraces its absurd concept, extending it even to the murder weapon: a drill-equipped guitar. The antagonist, a resurrected greaser, seizes every chance to play this deadly instrument, and subsequently, his victims. Slumber Party Massacre II earns bonus marks for the sheer fun of combining a power tool with a musical instrument in such a creative way. Despite being a psychopathic musician, he deserves recognition for being so practical.
Liquid Nitrogen – Jason X (2001)
In my movie-loving perspective, having spent eons terrorizing campers on Earth as Jason Voorhees, I find myself catapulted into the cosmos in the futuristic slasher flick, Jason X. With Earth’s rustic tools of death absent, I discover a newfound creativity. When a machete is nowhere to be found, I ingeniously opt to plunge a woman’s face into liquid nitrogen, instantly freezing it within moments, and then pulverizing the frozen mass against the countertop. It’s undeniably an intriguing application of liquid nitrogen; most folks would probably just use it to create those delightful Dippin’ Dots treats.
Solar Panel – Leprechaun Returns (2018)
In this enduring TV show, the tiny murderer has wielded some distinctive weapons over time, but none as singularly intriguing as something commonly employed to lower electricity costs. An impudent college student foolishly challenges the Leprechaun, prompting the title character to employ his enchanting Irish abilities to dislodge a solar panel from a nearby roof and drop it on his adversary, slicing him in half vertically. It turns out that solar panels have quite sharp edges! This incident should serve as a warning against engaging in fisticuffs with a leprechaun near energy-efficient homes.
Ice Skate – Black Christmas (2006)
Horror films set during holidays often showcase creative uses of unusual weapons. For instance, consider the 2006 remake of Black Christmas, where one of the killers pursues a female character in a sorority house. When she manages to escape, she grabs a nearby ice skate and throws it at her attacker, causing serious injury by scalping her and exposing her skull. It might have been wise for her to reconsider exploring an old house alone – clearly, she wasn’t thinking ahead about the potential dangers.
Giant Safety Pin – Killer Workout (1987)
Intriguingly titled and dated, “Killer Workout” is a slasher flick set within the walls of a gym where the characters primarily shine in their aerobic attire and perish. With the abundance of workout gear scattered throughout a typical gym that could easily serve as a lethal instrument, it’s peculiar why the movie’s antagonist opted for an oversized safety pin as their weapon of choice. If there was a category for Most Unlikely Weapon in a Slasher Film, no other production would stand a chance.
Ice Anvil – Jack Frost 2: Revenge of the Mutant Killer Snowman (2000)
In the sequel, I return as Jack Frost, and let me assure you, even a picturesque Caribbean resort won’t deter me from my chilling mission of taking lives. You see, I possess an extraordinary ability to transform myself into various deadly weapons, targeting those who are simply seeking some sunshine. In one gripping scene, I borrow inspiration from Looney Tunes, morphing into a colossal ice anvil and crushing a young woman on the beach, leaving her scattered across the sand. Unlike Wile E. Coyote, who usually turned into a pancake upon encountering an anvil, this film diverges from its source material by depicting my victim’s grisly demise.
Bowling Ball Polisher – Gutterballs (2008)
The movie titled Gutterballs isn’t for the sensitive or weak-stomached viewers. But if you have a strong constitution, this film offers an abundance of exaggerated deaths with a unique twist: a bowling ball polisher! In one particularly gruesome scene, a man is attempting to repair a damaged machine when the killer surprises him from behind, forcefully pushing his head into it. This action strips his face clean off his skull… and more. The movie also showcases other chilling deaths related to bowling alleys, some involving the insertion of bowling pins into areas that we cannot discuss here, so we chose to highlight the bowling ball polisher instead.
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