The Feeding (2020): A Family Secret That Needs to Be Fed
There’s something I love about a good short horror story. The buildup starts right away, every minute counts, and the ending lands exactly where it should. The Feeding doesn’t disappoint.
Set during a pandemic, this roughly 15-minute short introduces a disturbing problem: raw meat is becoming difficult to come by, and a woman has a family secret that needs to be fed. That premise alone is enough to pull you in. What is she hiding—and what happens when feeding it becomes impossible?
I don’t want to give too much away. Part of the pleasure of a short like this is letting the story unfold without knowing where it’s headed. But if you enjoy horror that builds quickly and delivers a satisfying ending, this is well worth your time.
One recommendation: if you can watch YouTube on a big screen with big sound, do it. Turn down the lights and give this little nightmare your full attention.
Resident Evil (2026): Bryan, Get a Clue!
I went into Resident Evil (2026) knowing almost nothing.
I had seen a few creepy trailers—including those arms coming out of the house and grabbing the door frame—and that was enough to get me into the theater.
Then my friend asked:
“Is this a remake of the movies based on the video game?”
My highly researched answer?
“I don't know.”
Afterward, I asked THE GOOGLE and learned this isn't simply a remake of the Milla Jovovich movies. There are familiar elements, including Raccoon City and the Umbrella Corporation, but this movie does its own thing.
And then there's BRYAN.
He's a medical courier. He's our hero. He's funny.
He also makes some decisions that had me wanting to yell:
“BRYAN! GET A CLUE!”
Throw in a snowstorm, a desolate city, a wandering woman, some seriously gross horror, and the consequences of people creating something they probably shouldn't have created...
And I had a pretty good time.
Did I need to know all the Resident Evil games and movies to enjoy it?
Nope.
I needed Bryan to make more thoughtful decisions.
🎬 Watch my full Resident Evil (2026) review:
I Can't Wait to See This... Which Is Exactly What Worries Me
Okay...
I REALLY want to see this.
The trailer absolutely did its job. I'm interested, I'm intrigued, and I'm already wondering when I can watch the whole thing.
But I have two concerns.
First:
Did I miss any of the good parts?
We've all watched fantastic trailers, only to discover later that someone basically took the best four minutes of the movie, chopped them into a two-minute trailer, and saved us the trouble of watching the rest.
I'm hoping that's NOT what happened here.
My second concern?
Please don't go the Backrooms route.
Some of the producers involved here are also connected with Backrooms, so I'm hoping this one gives me a very different experience.
For now, though, the trailer has me.
I'm absolutely planning to watch this one.
Hopefully, when it's over, I'll be saying:
“That trailer didn't even show us the best parts.”
And not:
“Well... I guess I already saw the movie.”
🎬 Watch the trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mnTITqqiT0
I'll definitely have more to say after I see it.
Ice Cream Man: Come for the Ice Cream, Stay for the Carnage 🍦🔪
li Roth's Ice Cream Man has an old-school '80s horror vibe, demonic ice cream, murderous kids, revenge, some great jokes... and a few moments where I was hoping the movie would just end.
So, is it worth watching—or should you wait until it hits streaming?
I give you my spoiler-filled take in the latest Junk Cast movie review.
🎬 Watch the full review:
NielFlamm.com/videos/moviereviews
Just maybe don't bring the kids out for ice cream afterward.
Can a Horror Movie Still Scare Me?
Today during dialysis, I was talking with one of the nurses, and somehow the conversation turned to horror movies. I'm not exactly sure how we got there, but that's dialysis for you. You show up to get your blood cleaned, and somehow you're discussing demonic possessions, haunted houses, and things that go bump in the night.
I mentioned that I love horror movies and suggested checking out my movie reviews. Come to think of it, most of them are horror. Apparently I spend my free time voluntarily trying to scare myself.
During our conversation, I came across the trailer for this upcoming movie:
🎬 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEpTgowZ1dI
Take a look and let me know what you think.
This actually looks like a movie that might shock me. My biggest concern? That Hollywood pulled a Hollywood and stuffed every scary scene into the trailer. If that's the case, congratulations...I've already seen the best three minutes.
I've been watching horror movies for as long as I can remember. One of the first that really stuck with me was Poltergeist (1982) with Craig T. Nelson and JoBeth Williams. Between the creepy clown, the TV static, and all the stories about the so-called "Poltergeist curse," it left quite an impression on a younger me.
The nurse and I talked about how years of horror movies may have desensitized me. These days, it takes a lot to make me jump. Most horror movies follow a familiar formula: creepy kid, dark hallway, loud violin screech...cue the popcorn.
But now and then, one comes along that reminds you why you love the genre. I'm hoping this is one of those movies.
Here's hoping I leave the theater thinking, "Wow, that was terrifying," instead of, "The trailer was the best part."
And to whoever at the studio is reading this...I need a pre-screen! Hook a brother up! I promise I'll bring honest feedback, avoid yelling at the screen (probably), and write a review. That's a fair trade, right?
If you've watched the trailer, let me know what you think. Does this look like a future classic, or is it another victim of the "we showed you the entire movie before opening weekend" marketing strategy?
And if you're a fellow horror fan, be sure to check out my movie reviews. Misery loves company...especially when it comes to watching scary movies together.
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