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Streamin' DemonsAuthor: Jo Szewczyk with Special Guests
Streamin' Demons is your bi-weekly guide through the vast world of streaming entertainment. Join host Jo Szewczyk and special guests as they dive deep into three carefully selected titles - from the latest releases to hidden gems and everything in between. Each 30-45 minute episode features unfiltered reviews, engaging discussions, and authentic reactions that help you decide what to watch next. Whether you're a casual viewer or a dedicated binge-watcher, our candid conversations and expert insights will keep you informed and entertained. Subscribe now to join our growing community of streaming enthusiasts! New episodes every other week Quick, focused 30-45 minute format Featured guests and expert perspectives Coverage across all major streaming platforms Language: en Genres: After Shows, Film Reviews, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Mother of Flies Review: Folk Horror, Death, & Family Secrets | Streamin' Demons
Episode 2
Friday, 23 January, 2026
In this haunting episode of Streamin’ Demons, Jo and Amelie dive deep into Mother of Flies (2025), the stunning folk horror from the Adams Family (John, Zelda, and Toby Poser). A young woman facing a terminal diagnosis turns to a mysterious witch in the woods for a cure that comes with a terrifying cost. Expect breathtaking cinematography, raw natural performances, poetic dialogue, and unflinching conversations about death, grief, and acceptance. Amelie shares why she loves how the film handles mortality in a real, non-Hollywood way—and even opens up about her own “dream death” plans, from prepaid cremation to birthday cake celebrations with loved ones. Jo praises the practical effects, zero exposition, and how it’s both creepy and beautiful. If you’re into slow-burn folk horror, body horror, or movies that actually make you think about dying, this is a must-watch on Shudder. Watch it twice—the layers hit harder the second time. Full links & more chaos: https://linktr.ee/Emptyhell We are Amazon Affiliates. If you use any Amazon links we share and make a purchase, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you—thanks for supporting the show!KEY MOMENTS Opening chaos – Jo in a hoodie, happy new year vibes, and immediate confusion about when this episode even drops Amelie’s big hook – Why she picked Mother of Flies despite hating the trailer: real, natural death instead of sexy Hollywood horror Emotional gut punch – The father-daughter forest conversation about suicide, grief, and what happens after death (no spoilers, just tears) Jo’s take – “It’s not a boring slog fest… I was hooked after the first act” + jealousy over the Adams family making movies together Amelie’s reflection – Her personal “dream death” plans: prepaid cremation, beautiful urn, no open casket, and annual birthday cake celebrations with loved ones WTF moment – The flies scene (is it CGI or real?!) and the poetic, disgusting beauty of the body horror Theme kicker – Nature as a character, zero exposition, real faces with wrinkles, and why this film is better than a lot of big-budget horror
