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For Halloween, the Flickering Dreams crew and guest Lee Casey from the Movie Bread Club - collectively, Flickering Breadcrumbs - rank the horror films of the past year. Every panelist scored the films they'd seen, and Bob crunched the numbers. They count down the three worst, then the top ten, with plenty of disagreement along the way. The talk is spoiler-light.Chapters0:00 – Welcome and meet Lee from Movie Bread Club1:20 – Meet the panel2:10 – How the list was put together2:49 – The worst of the year3:38 – Scary Movie (2.6/10)4:17 – Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (3.17/10)9:28 – Other Mummy (4.5/10)10:00 – #10: Cold Storage (7.0/10)12:54 – #9: Backrooms (7.17/10)19:44 – #8: Leviticus (7.5/10)23:28 – #7: Hokum (7.58/10)27:43 – #6: Exit 8 (7.88/10)32:53 – #5: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (7.93/10)39:29 – #4: Resident Evil (7.94/10)45:54 – #3: Send Help (8.0/10)52:00 – #2: Clayface (8.75/10)59:19 – #1: Obsession (8.86/10)1:08:47 – Top ten recap and thank-yous1:10:00 – Sign-off and next episodeHighlights:- Worst of the year: Scary Movie came last, though Bob questions whether it counts as horror. Dan hated Camp Miasma and calls it "smug".- Backrooms: The panel praised the production design but found the ending a letdown. It reportedly made around $400M on a $10M budget.- Leviticus and Hokum: Indie horror makes up much of the middle of the chart, with Damian McCarthy's haunted hotel film Hokum rated highly.- Exit 8: Dan and Lee compare the film with the game it's based on.- Send Help: Sam Raimi's comic horror film. Scott calls it one of the best films he saw last year.- Clayface: The runner-up, a body-horror take on DC. It's still in cinemas.- Obsession: The winner, made for about $1M and reported at $521M at the box office. Dan calls it his film of the year.Panel:- Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's Movies, host- Emma Sewell | [email protected] Scott Forbes-Tavera | The Forbes Film & TV Review on Facebook &- Dan Cook ¦ Dan Cook Movie Reviews on Facebook- Lee Casey ¦ The Movie Bread Club podcastScores also came in from Reverend Andy Godfrey, Jenn Jones and On Bashar.Links:Subscribe to Movie Bread Club on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. See www.moviebreadclub.com.Next time on Flickering Dreams: the films of November.

We're back with the October 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's MoviesRev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and AuthorEmma Sewell | [email protected] Forbes-Tavera | The Forbes Film & TV Review on Facebook &Dan Cook ¦ Dan Cook Movie Reviews on Facebook In this episode, we review our best and worst films of October 2026. We debate true-crime storytelling in Unibomber, celebrate the horror-comedy energy of Resident Evil, examine family influencer culture in Babystar, and share reactions to animation, concert cinema, and the month's worst films.One film ends up as being both the best and (nearly) the worst of the month, which is always fun!Sound bites:“It wasn't a stellar month for films, I would say.”“It's one of those as well, because it was a true story, it made me want to learn more.”“I wasn't gripped, but I enjoyed it.”“It is just great fun.”“I think it's just a perfectly balanced horror film, horror slash comedy film.”“This is a Truman show for 2026.”“It is a proper moment of unity of the music bringing these two cultures together in such a perfect way.”“I just thought it was a real joy.”“I lost count after zero, if that's the case.”“Anything that gets people into cinemas and gets people talking and gets people happy, is always a good thing.”"Really scary!""So I really enjoyed it."Chapters:00:00 - Pre-titles: LFF discussion 00:57 - Opening Titles and Introduction02:26 - Scott's choice: Unabomber12:53 - Andy's pick: Resident Evil 21:01 - Bob's choice: Babystar27:46 - Dan's Choice: Queen Budapest35:33 - Emma's Choice: Forgotten Island41:05 - Our Flickering Dreams Top Films for October: Combined42:48 - Our worst films of the month51:03 - Conclusion and end titlesGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/Dan - https://www.facebook.com/DanCookMovieReviewsTo buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering Dreams, October 2026 Films, October 2026 Movies, Movie Reviews, Film Critic Roundup, Film Recommendations. Movie Critique, movie podcast, Cinema Discussion, October film reviews, film of the month, Unibomber, Resident Evil, Babystar, Queen Budapest, Forgotten Island, Other Mommy, Whalefall, Practical Magic 2, Verity, Digger.

It's the September 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast. (Season 3, Episode 16). The Flickering Dreams team this month is: Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's MoviesRev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and AuthorEmma Sewell | [email protected] Forbes-Tavera | The Forbes Film & TV Review on Facebook. In this episode, we review our best and worst of September 2026 including Bad Apples, Pressure, De Gaulle and Heart of the Beast. There's some diverse opinions and a canine comment that might get us comments! (To [email protected] !)Sound Bites"Saoirse Ronan's feral performance""British war movie in the tradition""Andrew Scott's powerful performance"Chapters:00:00 - Introduction01:52 - Emma's pick: Bad Apples 09:19 - Scott's choice: Heart of the Beast19:19 - Andy's pick: Pressure 31:05 - Bob's choice: De Gaulle39:22 - Our Ratings on this month's top films40:11 - Our worst films of the month45:35 - Conclusion and end titlesGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/Dan - https://www.facebook.com/DanCookMovieReviewsTo buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsSeptember 2026 FilmsSeptember 2026 MoviesMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueCinema DiscussionPressureBad ApplesDe GaulleHeart of the BeastThe Death of Robin HoodThe Whisper Man

It's the August 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's MoviesRev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and AuthorEmma Sewell | Emma@TheMoviesScott Forbes-Tavera | The Forbes Film & TV Review on Facebook. In this episode, we review the latest movies including Coyote vs. Acme, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Don't Say Good Luck, Tony and The End of Oak Street. Our panel discusses their favorites, surprises, and the performances that stood out, providing insights into current cinema trends and personal favorites.Sound Bites:"Best live action animated crossover since Roger Rabbit""Less flippant, more relationship driven""Antonio Banderas is just magnetic"Chapters00:00 Introduction and episode overview01:40 Review of Coyote vs. Acme and its live-action animation blend06:45 Panel's thoughts on Spider-Man: Brand New Day16:32 Scott's pick: Don't Say Good Luck22:35 Tributes to Dolly Parton and Tim Curry26:05 Rev Andy's review of The End of Oak Street34:05 Bob's pick: Tony40:10 Scores and film of the month announcement41:42 Discussion of the worst films of the month49:00 Closing remarks and next episode previewGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy -https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/Dan - https://www.facebook.com/DanCookMovieReviewsTo buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsAugust 2026 FilmsAugust 2026 MoviesMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueCinema DiscussionCoyote vs ACMESpider-Man: Brand New DayDon't Say Good LuckNetflixMarvelThe End of Oak StreetTonyThe Good BoyTeenage Sex and Death at Camp MiasmaThe Devil's Mouth

It's the July 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: - Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's Movies- Rev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and Author- Emma Sewell | [email protected] Dan Cook | Dan Cook Movie Reviews on Facebook, and (remotely)- Scott Forbes-Tavera | The Forbes Film & TV Review on Facebook. We go heavily swords and sandals with an extensive review of our thoughts and criticisms of Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey". Plus, we also explore other films of the month, including 'The Last Viking', 'Evil Dead Burn', 'Minions and Monsters', 'Animal Farm' and 'No Other Choice'. Our panel discusses their impressions, highlights, and critiques, providing insights into the art of filmmaking and storytelling.Sound Bites:"The Last Viking is a Scandinavian gem.""Evil Dead Burn pushes gore to new extremes.""Animal Farm misses the mark on its themes."Chapters:00:00 — Intro and show setup01:29 — Bob's Choice: The Last Viking07:40 — Dan's Choice: Evil Dead Burn19:13 — Emma's Choice: Minions & Monsters26:17— Scott's Choice: Nothing to Lose31:39 — Andy's Choice: The Odyssey51:33 — Worst film of the month58:35 — Score roundup and closingGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/Dan - https://www.facebook.com/DanCookMovieReviewsTo buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsJuly 2026 FilmsJuly 2026 MoviesMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupHorror FilmsFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueCinema DiscussionThe Last VikingNothing to LoseNetflixMinions & MonstersThe OdysseyEvil Dead BurnAnimal Farm

It's the June 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: - Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's Movies- Rev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and Author- Scott Forbes | The Forbes Film & TV Review- Emma Sewell | [email protected] onto your popcorn, folks! This episode is a rollercoaster through animated toys, alien invasions, and an army of buzzes, plus the ultimate trash fire—Scary Movie 6. If you love honest reviews, nostalgic throwbacks, and a healthy dose of cinematic chaos, you're in the right place.This episode features a lively discussion on recent films, including 'Disclosure Day', 'Masters of the Universe', 'Backrooms', 'Scary Movie' and 'Toy Story 5'. Chapters00:00 Pre-title Supergirl banter and Introduction02:09 Andy's Choice: 'Disclosure Day'13:39 Bob's Choice: 'Backrooms' ... Exploring Its Unique Concept23:22 Emma's Choice: 'Masters of the Universe'... Nostalgia in Movie form.28:18 Scott's Choice: 'Maternal Instinct'... a Documentary on Netflix32:54 Unanimous Disappointment: 'Scary Movie 6' Review40:36 A lucky escape for 'Toy Story 5'!45:01 Closing comments and End TitlesGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/To buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsMay 2026 FilmsMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupHorror FilmsFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueCinema DiscussionDisclosure DayMasters of the UniverseBackroomsMaternal InstinctToy Story 5Scary Movie

A special edition of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - to celebrate the start of the FIFA World Cup tournament. With the Flickering Dreams team: - Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's Movies- Rev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and Author- Scott Forbes | The Forbes Film & TV Review (Facebook)- Emma Sewell | [email protected] Dan Cook | Dan Cook Movie Reviews (Facebook)In this special, the team select their favourite film about - or featuring - football (soccer for our American friends!). Key Topics:- Analysis of iconic football movies like 'Escape to Victory' and 'The Damned United'- Discussion of lesser-known football films like the documentary 'Next Goal Wins' , 'Offside' and the upcoming film 'No Place for Football'- The history and inaccuracies in football movies- The emotional and cultural significance of football films- The evolution of football cinema over the decadesChapters:00:00 World Cup Special Introduction01:59 Emma's Choice: She's the Man05:43 Andy's pick: The Damned United10:10 Dan's Unique Pick: Bedknobs and Broomsticks15:04 Scott's Favourite: Bend it Like Beckham18:55 Bob's Guilty Pleasure: Escape to Victory25:01 Discussion on Football Films28:36 Upcoming Football Film: No Place for FootballGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/Dan: https://www.facebook.com/DanCookMovieReviewsTo buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsFootball FilmsBest football filmsSoccer FilmsBest soccer filmsMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupHorror FilmsFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueCinema DiscussionThe Damned UnitedBedknobs and BroomsticksShe's The ManEscape to VictoryBend it Like Beckham

It's the May 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: - Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's Movies- Rev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and Author- Scott Forbes | The Forbes Film & TV Review- Emma Sewell | [email protected] lively panel discussion reviewing the best and worst films of May 2026, featuring insights on family films, horror, rom-coms, and animation. The panelists share their favorites, disappointments, and industry insights, making it a must-listen for film enthusiasts.This episode features a lively discussion on recent films, including 'The Sheep Detectives', 'Obsession', 'Primavera', and 'Finding Emily'. Plus, the hosts share their insights on the films to avoid from May 2026.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Flickering Dreams01:18 - Scott's Choice: The Sheep Detectives11:30 - Rev Andy's Choice: Obsession19:27 - Bob's Choice: Primavera27:38 - Emma's Choice: Finding Emily34:41 - Our worst films of the month46:59 - Roundup and Closing titlesGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/To buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsMay 2026 FilmsMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupHorror FilmsFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueObsessionThe Sheep DetectivesPrimaveraFinding EmilyTom and Jerry: The Magic CompassThe Mandalorian and GroguMortal Kombat 2Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost WarCinema Discussion

It's the April 2026 episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: - Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's Movies- Rev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and Author- Scott Forbes | The Forbes Film & TV Review- Emma Sewell | [email protected] episode features a lively discussion on recent films, including 'Thrash', 'Feel My Voice', 'Exit 8', and 'The Drama'. The hosts share insights, reviews, and behind-the-scenes details, offering viewers a comprehensive guide to the best and worst movies of April 2026.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Bad Cinephile Parenting!01:27 April Film Picks01:48 The Best Films of April 202602:04 Emma's Film of the Month - Thrash08:53 Scott's Film of the Month: Feel My Voice14:23 Andy's Film of the Month: Exit 820:25 Bob's Film of the Month: The Drama30:07 Honorable Mentions: Other April Films Worth Watching30:25 Honourable Mention: California Schemin'31:04 Honourable Mention: Rebuilding32:05 Honourable Mention: Mother Mary34:27 Honourable Mention: Fuze36:03 Honourable Mention: You, Me and Tuscany37:45 Honourable Mention: Michael40:53 Andy's Worst of April: Michael(!)41:37 Emma's Worst of the Month: The Drama(!)42:11 Scott's Worst of the Month: Outcome43:44 Bob's Worst of the Month: Greenland 2 - Migration44:54 Wrap-Up and End TitlesGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/To buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6YKeywords: Flickering DreamsApril 2026 FilmsMovie ReviewsFilm Critic RoundupExit 8The DramaFeel My VoiceThrashShark MoviesNetflix RemakeZendayaRobert PattinsonItalian Coda RemakeSubway MysteryHorror FilmsEmotional DramaMovie SoundtrackFilm RecommendationsMovie CritiqueCinema Discussion

Another episode of Flickering Dreams - a regular monthly film analysis podcast - with the Flickering Dreams team: Dr Bob Mann | One Mann's MoviesRev. Andy Godfrey | Pure247Radio and AuthorScott Forbes | The Forbes Film & TV ReviewEmma Sewell | [email protected] episode features a lively discussion on the best and worst films of March 2026, with insights from film critics Emma Sewell, Scott Forbes, Andy Godfrey and Bob Mann. They analyse a range of movies from indie gems to blockbuster hits, sharing behind-the-scenes details, performances and industry trends.Films covered in this episode include Project Hail Mary; The Good Boy; Mother's Pride; War Machine; One Last Deal; Ready or Not: Here I Come; If I Had Legs I'd Kick You; Man on the Run; How To Make A Killing; Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man and The Bluff. We also provide our thoughts on the 2026 Oscars announcements and the show itself. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Flickering Dreams01:29 Reviewing 'The Good Boy'22:19 Reviewing 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You'28:33 Reviewing 'Mother's Pride'34:18 Reviewing 'War Machine'37:16 Reviewing 'Ready or Not 2: Here I Come'48:35 Reviewing 'Man on the Run'53:00 Our worst films of March56:28 The 2026 Oscar show.01:03:04 Cross-promo for The Movie Bread Club01:04:00 Wrap up and end-titlesGuest links:Bob - https://www.onemannsmovies.com Scott - https://www.facebook.com/theforbesfilmreviewAndy - https://www.pure247radio.org/Groups/424983/Rev_Andy_Godfrey.aspxEmma - https://emmaatthemovies.blogspot.com/To buy Andy's book!: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Film-faith-through-movies/dp/B0D6WH7W6Y