The story is divided into two primary arcs involving the guys' attempt to write a movie and Stewie’s obsession with Brian’s new accessory.
: The episode mocks various horror staples, including the "creepy abandoned building" trope and the specific plot beats of 1990s slasher films. [S14E4] Peternormal Activity
: It features guest appearances from Adam Levine , who appears as himself in a cutaway, and Glenn Close , who voices herself in a segment parodying Fatal Attraction . The story is divided into two primary arcs
: The episode was directed by Greg Colton and written by Chris Sheridan. and Glenn Close
: The writers use the characters to voice common criticisms of modern filmmaking, particularly the reliance on jump scares and recycled plots. Production and Reception