Ep 3. Slashdance
- TVMA
- October 2, 2019
- 39 min
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7.9 (3,169)
In American Horror Story season 9 episode 3, titled Slashdance, the action picks up following the opening episode's introduction of the characters. The show takes place in 1984 at the Camp Redwood summer camp. The setting is ideal for the classic horror elements like campfire tales and ghost stories that we have come to expect from the franchise.
In "Slashdance," the fourth counselor, Ray, arrives at the camp with plans for an 80's-themed dance. This leads to the introduction of several new characters. The episode explores the characters' backstories and introduces new plot twists.
The episode follows the aftermath of a serial killer with a machete having already targeted several of the counselors. As the group descends further into chaos, the gang's quest for survival becomes more complicated.
Slashdance features several dances, including a bloody and intense "thriller" dance performed by some of the characters. Other plot twists occur throughout the episode, as the characters uncover more about the camp's dark past.
As with previous seasons of AHS, a key part of the show is the creepy and unsettling atmosphere. The camera sits on several ominous shots of the campgrounds, which is a dark and foreboding place in its own right, heightened by the ghosts that haunt it.
American Horror Story is known for throwing curveballs at its audience. "Slashdance" is no different. The episode ends with a big revelation that will no doubt have fans talking for weeks. It's a testament to the show's ability to keep its audience engrossed in the story, and the final minutes of the episode will leave viewers desperately crawling back for more.
In summary, American Horror Story season 9 episode 3, "Slashdance," follows the characters of Camp Redwood as they try to survive a serial killer's machete and cope with creepy spirits that haunt the location. The episode includes several dance sequences, leading up to a big twist that will leave viewers intrigued and excited for the rest of the season. The atmosphere of the show is maintained throughout the episode, setting it up perfectly for the next installment.
