The Film Flamers: A Horror Movie Podcast
 

The Film Flamers: A Horror Movie Podcast

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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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Come Flame With Us

 

Chris & Robert are The Film Flamers, a weekly horror movie podcast for fans of slashers, scream queens, and sinister sarcasm. Each episode dives into the bloody best (and worst) of horror cinema — from cult classics and franchise flops to fresh new scares.

Expect smart, irreverent film reviews, horror history, top ten lists, and news from the dark side of Hollywood. Whether you're here for the deep cuts or the deep screams, The Film Flamers has you covered... in blood.

 

Voicemail Hotline: 972-666-7733

General Information: tiredqueens@filmflamers.com

Press Inquiries: press@filmflamers.com 

 

 

 

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Batman Returns (1992)

Dec 12, 2022

Dec 12, 2022

1hr 41 min

Batman Returns is a 1992 American Superhero film directed by Tim Burton and written by Daniel Waters.  The film is a sequel to Burton’s wildly successful Batman released in 1989.  The plot focuses on the vigilante hero squaring off against corporate tycoon Max Shrek and the deformed crime boss Penguin, all while catching feelings for Selina Kyle and her mysterious alter-ego, Catwoman. The stacked cast features Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken alongside a myriad of amazing supporting cast members. Danny Elfman returns to compose 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!

 

Don't miss these videos! 

      

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Batman Returns
  • Week 3: The Nightmare Before Christmas
  • Patreon: Black Christmas (2006)

   

Coming in January 2023:

  • The Thing From Another World (1951)
  • The Thing (1982)
  • Patreon: The Thing (2011)

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennett Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Christopher N
  • Dan Alvarez
  • daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • GlazedDonut
  • GWilliamNYC
  • Jessica E
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope Nelson
  • random dude
  • Richard Pringle
  • Robert B.
  • Robert E
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The unknown patreon.
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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Shooting The Flames Dec ’22: Our 200th Episode!

Dec 5, 2022

Dec 5, 2022

1hr 15 min

It may be our 200th episode, but this month is no different - we're giving you our regular Shooting the Flames episode, where we discuss all your comments, questions, and voicemails, and give you the latest horror movie 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!

          

News

    

Trailers

      

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Batman Returns
  • Week 3: The Nightmare Before Christmas
  • Patreon: Black Christmas (2006)

   

Coming in January 2023:

  • The Thing From Another World (1951)
  • The Thing (1982)
  • Patreon: The Thing (2011)

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennett Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Christopher N
  • Dan Alvarez
  • daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • GlazedDonut
  • GWilliamNYC
  • Jessica E
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope Nelson
  • random dude
  • Richard Pringle
  • Robert B.
  • Robert E
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The unknown patreon.
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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Legend (1985)

Nov 28, 2022

Nov 28, 2022

1hr 29 min

Legend is a 1985 American epic dark fantasy adventure film directed and initiated by Ridley Scott and starring Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, Tim Curry, David Bennent, Alice Playten, Billy Barty, Cork Hubbert, and Annabelle Lanyon. The film revolves around Jack, a pure being who must stop the Lord of Darkness who plots to cover the world with eternal night. 

Although not a commercial success when first released, the film would find audiences after its release in the booming 80’s home video market and through repeat playing on cable networks. The film has gone on to become a cult classic, especially after a Director’s Cut was released.

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!

          

Buy Legend (Theatrical + Director's Cut): https://amzn.to/3G8JrOg 

       

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Top Ten Gateway Horror Movies
  • Week 3: The Neverending Story
  • Week 4: Legend
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll!

   

Coming in December 2022:

  • Batman Returns
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas 

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope Nelson
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Richard Pringle
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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The Neverending Story (1984)

Nov 21, 2022

Nov 21, 2022

1hr 22 min

The Neverending Story is a 1984 fantasy film co-written and directed by Wolfgang Peterson, and based on the 1979 novel of the same name by Michael Ende. The film stars Noah Hathaway, Barret Oliver, Tami Stronach, Gerald McRaney, and Moses Gun.  Alan Oppenheimer provided the voices for Gmork, Rockbiter, Falkor the Luck Dragon, and the narrator.

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 Neverending Story: https://amzn.to/3fSxeT6 

       

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Top Ten Gateway Horror Movies
  • Week 3: The Neverending Story
  • Week 4: Legend
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll!

   

Coming in December 2022:

  • Batman Returns
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas 

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope Nelson
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Richard Pringle
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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Top Ten Gateway Horror Movies

Nov 14, 2022

Nov 14, 2022

37 min

Join us as we count down our picks for the Top Ten Gateway Horror Movies! We're focusing on films that got us into horror in the 80s and beyond, and some of these are representational of a whole lot more. Do you agree with our picks? Let us know! 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!

          

The List

  1. The Wizard of Oz
  2. The Neverending Story
  3. Legend
  4. Labyrinth
  5. Return to Oz
  6. The Dark Crystal
  7. Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory
  8. Raiders of the Lost Ark
  9. Little Shop of Horrors
  10. The Last Unicorn

  

Special Mentions: 

  • Animated Movies: Sleeping Beauty, Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Anastasia, Land Before Time, The Black Cauldron, Coraline, Nightmare Before Christmas
  • Gateway Straight-Horror: Gremlins, The Witches, Tremors, The Gate, Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters
  • Other: Darby O'Gale and the Little People, Ten Commandments
  • On TV: Tales from the Crypt, Twilight Zone, Simpsons Treehouse of Horror
  • Kids TV: Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Goosebumps, Batman & X-Men the animated series

       

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Top Ten Gateway Horror Movies
  • Week 3: The Neverending Story
  • Week 4: Legend
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll!

   

Coming in December 2022:

  • Batman Returns
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas 

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope Nelson
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Richard Pringle
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Read more

Shooting The Flames Nov ’22: Halloween Ends With The Vampire Rings of Power Club

Nov 7, 2022

Nov 7, 2022

1hr 1 min

We're giving you our regular Shooting the Flames episode, where we discuss all your comments, questions, and voicemails, and give you the latest horror movie 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!

          

News

    

Trailers

      

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Top Ten Gateway Horror Movies
  • Week 3: The Neverending Story
  • Week 4: Legend
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll!

   

Coming in December 2022:

  • Batman Returns
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas 

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon A
  • Brandon C
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveruff87
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita
  • GWilliamNYC
  • Hunter C
  • Kimberly
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew
  • Mr. E. Patron
  • Nicole
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Richard Pringle
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Read more

Top Ten Simpson’s Treehouse of Horror Segments

Oct 24, 2022

Oct 24, 2022

41 min

Join us as we count down our Top Ten Simpson's Treehouse of Horror segments!

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!

 

The List:

  • 10. “The Raven” (Season 2) Final Segment
  • 9. “The Thing and I” (Season 8) Opening Segment
  • 8. “It’s the Grand Pumpkin, Milhouse” (Season 20)  Final Segment
  • 7. “I’ve Grown a Costume On Your Face” (Season 17)  Final Segment
  • 6. “The Devil and Homer Simpson” (Season 5) Opening Segment
  • 5. “Clown Without Pity” (Season 4) Opening Segment
  • 4. “Hex and the City” (Season 13) Opening Segment
  • 3. “Time and Punishment” (Season 6) Middle Segment
  • 2. “Citizen Kang” (Season 8) Final Segment
  • 1. “The Shinning” (Season 6) Opening Segment
  • Honorable Mentions:
    • “Send in the Clones”  (Season 14)
    • “The Ned Zone” (Season 16)
    • “Dial M for Murder or Press # to Return to Main Menu” (Season 21)

       

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Tales from the Darkside
  • Week 3: Tales from the Crypt
  • Week 4: Top Ten Treehouse of Horror Segments
  • Patreon: Cat's Eye

   

Coming in November 2022:

  • The Neverending Story
  • Legend
  • Top Ten Gateway Horror
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • Brandon C
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • GWilliamNYC
  • Hunter C
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Mr. E. Patron
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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Tales From The Crypt (1972)

Oct 17, 2022

Oct 17, 2022

51 min

Tales From the Crypt is a 1972 British anthology horror film directed by Freddie Francis. The film, consisting of five segments adapted from EC comics, was produced by Amicus Productions, which made several horror anthology films throughout the 1970’s.  The film stars Joan Collins, Peter Cushing, and Ralph Richardson.

The plot focuses on a group of 5 strangers who encounter the mysterious Crypt Keeper in the catacombs.  He reveals to each of them the possible manner in which they might die, in the hopes that they might stray from their evil ways.

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 Tales From The Crypt: https://youtu.be/z-Tdt327vaQ 

      

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Tales from the Darkside
  • Week 3: Tales from the Crypt
  • Week 4: Top Ten Treehouse of Horror Segments
  • Patreon: Cat's Eye

   

Coming in November 2022:

  • The Neverending Story
  • Legend
  • Top Ten Gateway Horror
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • Brandon C
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveisruff
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • GWilliamNYC
  • Hunter C
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Mr. E. Patron
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Senor Sombra
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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Tales From The Darkside (1990)

Oct 10, 2022

Oct 10, 2022

1hr 2 min

Tales From the Darkside is a 1990 American horror anthology film directed by John Harrison and written by George A. Romero and Michael McDowel, and based on the television series created by Romero that ran in syndication from 1984-1988.  It is considered by fans and Tom Savini to be the official Creepshow 3.

The film features three vignettes told by a young boy to a witch who is planning to eat him, and two of the stories are based on works by Arthur Conan Doyle and Stephen King.  The movie’s cast was stacked and featured performances by Debbie Harry, Julianne Moore, Christian Slater, James Remar, Rae Dawn Chong, and Steve Buscemi.  

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 Tales From The Darkside: https://amzn.to/3TkPHpx 

      

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Tales from the Darkside
  • Week 3: Tales from the Crypt
  • Week 4: Top Ten Treehouse of Horror Segments
  • Patreon: Cat's Eye

   

Coming in November 2022:

  • The Neverending Story
  • Legend
  • Top Ten Gateway Horror
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • Ashlie Thornbury
  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveruff87
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • George
  • Hunter C
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Mr. E. Patron
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • Slytherinerudite Dalton
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Read more

Shooting the Flames Oct ’22: Suddenly, A Knock At Pooh’s Hellraiser Cabin

Oct 3, 2022

Oct 3, 2022

56 min

We're giving you our regular Shooting the Flames episode, where we discuss all your comments, questions, and voicemails, and give you the latest horror movie 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!

          

News

    

Trailers

      

Out this Month:

  • Week 1: Shooting the Flames
  • Week 2: Tales from the Darkside
  • Week 3: Tales from the Crypt
  • Week 4: Top Ten Treehouse of Horror Segments
  • Patreon: Cat's Eye

   

Coming in November 2022:

  • The Neverending Story
  • Legend
  • Top Ten Gateway Horror
  • Patreon: Gateway Horror Poll

    

Get in Touch: 

   

Our Patrons:

  • BattleBurrito
  • Benjamin Gonzalez
  • Bennet Hunter
  • Brandon Anderson
  • CenobiteBetty
  • Dan Alvarez
  • Daveruff87
  • Erica Huff
  • Gia-Ranita Pitt
  • George
  • Hunter C
  • Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe
  • Kyle Kavanagh
  • Lisa Libby
  • Loch Hightower
  • Matthew McHenry
  • Mr. E. Patron
  • Nicole McDaniel
  • Nikki (phillyenginerd)
  • Orion Yannotti
  • Penelope
  • Perfecta Erecta
  • Poodie Castle
  • Random Dude
  • Robert B.
  • Sean Homrig
  • The Unknown Patron
  • Walstrich

 
Sweet dreams... 

 

 

"Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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