Roman Candles 1967
“A triple projected trash epic”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 28 minutes
- Director
- John Waters
- Network
- Dreamland
What is Roman Candles?
Roman Candles is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1967
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 28 minutes
- Release date
- May 10, 1967
- Studios
- Dreamland
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~28 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Dreamland
Trailer
No official trailer is available for this title yet.
Find the trailer on YouTube ↗Overview
Roman Candles is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Dreamland. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“An 8mm collage of chaotic scenes that introduced Divine to John Waters' avant‑garde world.”
- Witness Divine's debut in Waters' early work
- Experience a daring collage‑style snapshot of 1960s counterculture
- Lacks conventional plot or narrative
- Soundtrack is intentionally jarring and disjointed
Watch it if you enjoy experimental, non‑narrative cinema that pushes boundaries.
The film’s explicit references to sex, drugs and controversial historical figures make it unsuitable for sensitive audiences.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Roman Candles — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is Roman Candles worth watching?
Cast
Frequently asked questions
What format was Roman Candles filmed in?
It was shot on 8mm film, giving it a gritty, low‑resolution look.
Who makes their first screen appearance in the film?
The performer Divine appears for the first time in this John Waters work.
How long is the film?
Roman Candles runs about 28 minutes.
Was the film ever released commercially?
No, it was shown publicly only three times and never received a commercial release.
What kind of audio does the soundtrack feature?
The soundtrack mixes obnoxious radio ads, rock ’n’ roll, and press‑conference recordings, including audio of Lee Harvey Oswald’s mother.
Explore Roman Candles
Where to watch Similar movies More from Dreamland
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Roman Candles.