The Film Flamers: A Horror Movie Podcast

The Film Flamers is a horror movie podcast for fans of slashers, scream queens, and sarcastic deep dives. Hosts Chris & Robert explore the bloody best (and worst) of horror cinema—from cult classics to new releases—with history, hot takes, and a dash of dark comedy. Expect film reviews, top ten lists, horror news, and episodes that’ll have you screaming… with laughter. Follow us and leave a 5-star review to help us haunt more ears!

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Cloverfield (2008): Gothic as F*ck
6d ago · 1:20:30
Cloverfield is a 2008 American found footage science fiction horror film directed by Matt Reeves and written by Drew Goddard and produced by JJ Abrams. It stars Lizzy Caplan, Jessica Lucas, T.J. Miller, Michael Stahl-David, Mike Vogel, and Odette Yustman. In the film, six friends attempt to flee from a monster that attacks New York City. The film’s overture (that plays over the end credits), entitled Roar!, was composed by oft-JJ collaborator Michael Giacchino. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, o
Hot Take: The Vampire Lestat (pt. 2)
20d ago · 23:28
It's August, which means it's Film Flamers Anniversary Month - but also time for us to release Part 2 of our Hot Take for The Vampire Lestat! But is this a true Hot Take, or Tepid Response? You decide! If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Hot Take: The Vampire Lestat (pt. 2) Cloverfield 10 Cloverfield Lane Patreon: TBD Get in Touch: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers Visit our Store: https://the-fi
The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003): The Empire Strikes Back (at itself)
1mo ago · 1:15:46
The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen is a 2003 steampunk superhero flick that pulls characters from the first volume of Alan Moore and Kevin O'Neill's comic series - though honestly, the plot goes off in its own direction and barely resembles the source material. Stephen Norrington (of Blade fame) directed it from a screenplay by comic book and sometime-screenplay writer James Dale Robinson, and the cast includes Sean Connery, Peta Wilson, Naseeruddin Shah, Tony Curran, Stuart Townsend, Shane West, Jason Flemyng, and Richard Roxburgh. It's notable for being Connery's last role in a theatrical
V for Vendetta (2005): Mask 4 Mask
1mo ago · 1:18:30
V For Vendetta is a 2005 dystopian thriller film directed by James McTeigue from a screenplay by the Wachowskis. It was McTeigue's directorial debut and is based on the 1988–89 DC Vertigo Comics limited series graphic novel V for Vendetta by Alan Moore, David Lloyd, and Tony Weare. The cast includes Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea and John Hurt. The film, which is set in a future where a fascist totalitarian regime has subjugated the United Kingdom, centres on V, a masked vigilante who attempts to ignite a revolution, and Evey Hammond, a young woman caught up in V's plot. The film’s
Shooting the Flames Q3 2026: Pecking Your Gregory
1mo ago · 56:15
Join us for our quarterly Shooting the Flames episode, where we discuss all your question, comments, and concerns about questions and comments. We also bring you the latest horror movie news and trailers. So don't miss it! If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Shooting the Flames Q3 2026 V for Vendetta Watchmen Hot Take: Evil Dead Burn Patreon: Poll? Get in Touch: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers
Hot Take: The Vampire Lestat (pt. 1)
2mo ago · 31:44
Join us for our hot take on the first half of the new AMC series The Vampire Lestat, sequel to the series previously known as Interview with the Vampire. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: All Of Us Strangers Hot Take: The Vampire Lestat pt. 1 Patreon: Hot Take: Mortal Kombat II Get in Touch: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers Visit our Store: https://the-film-flamers.printify.me/ Instagram: http
All Of Us Strangers (2023)
2mo ago · 58:30
All of Us Strangers is a 2023 British film written and directed by Andrew Haigh and loosely based on the 1987 novel Strangers by Taichi Yamada. It stars Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Jamie Bell, and Claire Foy. The second feature adaptation of the novel, after the Japanese film The Discarnates (1988), the film follows a lonely screenwriter who develops an intimate relationship with his mysterious neighbor while revisiting memories from the past. The film’s score was composed by Emilie Levienaise-Farrouch. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching ou
Hot Take: The Backrooms (2026)
3mo ago · 22:29
Directed by YouTube phenomenon Kane Parsons in his feature film debut, Backrooms is an A24 psychological horror movie. It follows a struggling, recovering-alcoholic furniture store owner (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and his therapist (Renate Reinsve) as they discover a mysterious entrance to an endless, labyrinthine alternate dimension of empty, liminal rooms. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Patreon: The Dentist The Descent Socie
Society (1989): Eyes Wide Shunt
3mo ago · 44:55
Society is a 1989 American body horror film directed by Brian Yuzna in his directorial debut from a screenplay by Woody Keith and Rick Fry. It stars Billy Warlock as a teenager in Beverly Hills who begins to suspect that his wealthy parents are part of a gruesome cult made up of the social elite. The film’s score was composed by Mark Ryder and Phil Davies. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Patreon: The Dentist The Descent
The Descent (2005): Cave Crawls, Trust Falls, and U-Hauls
3mo ago · 1:15:59
The Descent is a 2005 British horror film written and directed by Neil Marshall. The film stars actresses Shauna Macdonald, Natalie Mendoza, Alex Reid, Saskia Mulder, Nora-Jane Noone and MyAnna Buring. The plot follows six women who enter an uncharted cave system and struggle to survive against the monstrous creatures inside. The film’s score was composed by David Julyan. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Patreon: The Den
House (1985): Ding Dong, You're Dead!
4mo ago · 54:35
House is a 1985 American comedy horror film directed by Steve Miner, with a screenplay by Ethan Wiley, from an original story written by Fred Dekker. Produced by Sean S. Cunningham, the film is the first installment in the House film series, and stars William Katt, George Wendt, Richard Moll, and Kay Lenz. The film’s score was composed by Henry Manfredini. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Shooting the Flames Q2 2026 Over
Hot Takes from the Overlook Film Festival '26: Obsession, Never After Dark, Buddy, and more!
4mo ago · 1:12:49
Welcome to your briefing of The Overlook Film Festival in New Orleans, LA for 2026. Featuring hot takes of films including: Obsession, Faces of Death, Never After Dark, Goody Goody, Drag, The Restoration at Grayson Manor, Leviticus, Hokum, Normal, Chili Finger, and Buddy. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Shooting the Flames Q2 2026 Overlook Film Festival House Patreon: House 2 Get in Touch: Support us on Patreon: https:/
Shooting the Flames: Q2 2026
4mo ago · 1:08:58
Spring has sprung, and so we're bringing you our quarterly Shooting the Flames episode, where we discuss all your comments, questions, concerns, voicemails, in addition to giving you the latest and very best in horror news and trailers. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Shooting the Flames Q2 2026 Overlook Film Festival House Patreon: House 2 Get in Touch: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers Visi
Wild Zero (1999)
5mo ago · 40:40
Wild Zero is a 1999 Japanese comedy horror film directed by Tetsuro Takeuchi. It stars Masashi Endō as Ace, a fan of the Japanese rock power trio Guitar Wolf (who star as themselves). After assisting the group, the band's eponymous vocalist makes Ace his blood brother and gives him a whistle to blow during times of trouble. The group later finds themselves in the middle of a zombie outbreak. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Mon
MadS (2024): Eating Faces and More - The Latest in French Cuisine
5mo ago · 1:06:44
MadS is a 2024 French zombie horror thriller film written and directed by David Moreau. The story follows Julia, Anaïs, and Romain, who witness (and take part in) an apparent zombie outbreak of French proportions. MadS is presented in real time and was filmed in one continuous shot. Nathaniel Méchaly composed the film's score. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Hot Take: Scream 7 MadS Wild Zero Patreon: Dark Half Get in To
Hot Take: Scream 7: It’s always “Hello, Sidney” but never “How are you, Sidney?"
6mo ago · 16:21
Scream 7 (2026) marks the return of original franchise heroine Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) to the center of the horror, directed by original series creator Kevin Williamson. The film follows a battle-weary Sidney, now a mother of three, attempting to build a quiet life in a new town far from the shadows of Woodsboro. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Hot Take: Scream 7 MADs Wild Zero Patreon: TBD Get in Touch: Support
The Vanishing (1988): Schrödinger's Girlfriend
6mo ago · 46:21
The Vanishing is a 1988 Dutch/French psychological thriller film co-written and directed by George Sluizer and based on Tim Krabbe’s novel The Golden Egg. The film recounts a man's obsessive years-long search for his girlfriend after she mysteriously disappears from a rest area in the French countryside. The film’s score was composed by Henny Vrienten. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Watch The Vanishing: https://amzn.to/4kPb4hv Out thi
Audition (1999): When Harry Met Salò
6mo ago · 48:01
Audition is a 1999 Japanese horror film directed by Takashi Miike and written by Daisuke Tengan, who adapted it from Ryu Murakami's 1997 novel of the same name. It follows a middle-aged widower who enlists the help of his film producer friend to stage fake auditions in order to meet a new girlfriend, only to find that the young woman he chooses has a dark past. The film’s score was composed by Koji Endo. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733!
Hot Take: Whistle
6mo ago · 17:51
Whistle is a 2026 teen-centric horror film directed by Corin Hardy (The Nun) that follows a misfit group of high school students who stumble upon a cursed artifact: an ancient Aztec Death Whistle. Unaware of its power, the teenagers blow the whistle, releasing a terrifying curse that forces them to confront their own mortality as their future deaths begin to hunt them down. As the body count rises, the group must desperately investigate the origins of the object to break the deadly cycle. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on soc
Christine (1983): Hell Hath No Plymouth Fury
7mo ago · 1:02:38
Christine is a 1983 American supernatural horror film directed and scored by John Carpenter, and adapted from Stephen King's 1983 novel. The film stars Keith Gordon as Arnie Cunningham, a bullied teenager who buys a sentient 1958 Plymouth Fury, named "Christine", that exhibits a toxic personality and becomes a bad influence on him. John Stockwell, Alexandra Paul, Robert Prosky and Harry Dean Stanton also star. Alan Howarth also composed music for the film. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or cal
Cujo (1983): Ruh-Roh - Rabies! (And other STDs)
7mo ago · 1:08:52
Cujo is a 1983 American horror film directed by Lewis Teague, written by Don Carlos Dunaway and Barbara Turner (using the pen name Lauren Currier), and starring Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh Kelly, and Danny Pintauro. An adaptation of Stephen King's 1981 novel of the same name, it follows a mother and her son who are trapped inside their car while protecting themselves from a rabid St. Bernard. Principal photography was shot by Jan de Bont and the score was composed by Daytime Emmy Award winner Charles Bernstein. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reach
Up in Flames: 2025 in Review + Top Ten Best Horror Movies of 2025
7mo ago · 1:29:54
It's that time again - we're setting 2025 ablaze and discussing all of the best (and worst) horror movies that came and went! If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Films we mention: Sinners 40 Acres Hallow Road Predator: Badlands The Long Walk The Monkey Clown in a Cornfield Weapons 28 Years Later Final Destination: Bloodlines Vicious The True Beauty of Being Bitten By A Tick Bone Lake Black Phone 2 Frankenstein Rosario Cloud Dead Lover The
Shooting The Flames Q1 2026: Be Best or Be Scared: The 2026 Sequel Palooza Takes a Primate Detour
7mo ago · 59:59
We're ringing in 2026 with our quarterly Shooting the Flames, where we answer all your comments and questions and bring you the latest news and upcoming horror movie releases. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Shooting the Flames Cujo Christine Up in Flames: 2025 in Review Get in Touch: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers Visit our Store: https://the-film-flamers.printify.me/ Instagram: https://w
The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996): Mothers, Memory Loss, and Mass Murder — A Christmas Classic!
8mo ago · 1:09:02
The Long Kiss Goodnight is a 1996 American action-thriller film co-produced and directed by Renny Harlin, and produced by Shane Black and Stephanie Austin from a screenplay by Black. It stars Geena Davis, Samuel L. Jackson, Tom Amandes, Yvonne Zima, Brian Cox, Patrick Malahide, Craig Bierko, and David Morse. The story follows an amnesiac schoolteacher (Davis) who sets out to recover her identity with the help of a private detective (Jackson) when they uncover a dark government conspiracy. The score was composed by Alan Silvestri. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesi
Hot Take! IT: Welcome to Derry (The Real Monster) (But Not Really)
8mo ago · 24:10
IT: Welcome to Derry says the town is the real monster. We disagree. The town is just collateral damage. The monster is still the monster—and dressing that up as a metaphor doesn’t make it deeper. It just makes it confused. Really good looking, really entertaining, but confused. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733! Out this Month: Hot Take! IT: Welcome to Derry The Long Kiss Goodnight Patreon: Transylvania 6-5000 Get in Touch: Support us on

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Shooting the Flames Q3 2026: Pecking Your Gregory

Hot Take: The Vampire Lestat (pt. 1)

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Hot Take: The Backrooms (2026)

Society (1989): Eyes Wide Shunt

The Descent (2005): Cave Crawls, Trust Falls, and U-Hauls

House (1985): Ding Dong, You're Dead!

Hot Takes from the Overlook Film Festival '26: Obsession, Never After Dark, Buddy, and more!

Shooting the Flames: Q2 2026

Wild Zero (1999)

MadS (2024): Eating Faces and More - The Latest in French Cuisine

Hot Take: Scream 7: It’s always “Hello, Sidney” but never “How are you, Sidney?"

The Vanishing (1988): Schrödinger's Girlfriend

Audition (1999): When Harry Met Salò

Hot Take: Whistle

Christine (1983): Hell Hath No Plymouth Fury

Cujo (1983): Ruh-Roh - Rabies! (And other STDs)

Up in Flames: 2025 in Review + Top Ten Best Horror Movies of 2025

Shooting The Flames Q1 2026: Be Best or Be Scared: The 2026 Sequel Palooza Takes a Primate Detour

The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996): Mothers, Memory Loss, and Mass Murder — A Christmas Classic!

Hot Take! IT: Welcome to Derry (The Real Monster) (But Not Really)