This week on Forgotten Cinema: Lead Up, the Mikes tackle "Scream" (2022), or as it should be called, "Scream 5".

As the first entry in the franchise not directed by Wes Craven, this chapter is in the hands of Radio Silence, and both Mike Butler and Mike Field think they do a strong job carrying the torch. The film delivers solid kills, balances legacy characters with a new generation effectively, and even manages to handle the death of a major returning character with respect and emotional weight.

The connection to the original film is well woven into the story, grounding the new cast in the mythology without feeling entirely forced. That said, the Mikes do have a few issues; the Billy Loomis twist is a bit hard to swallow, and some of the logic behind Ghostface’s kills does not quite hold up under scrutiny.

Even with those criticisms, "Scream 5" stands as a confident and entertaining revival of the franchise, proving that the series can survive beyond its original creator. As the penultimate episode in the Scream Lead Up series, it sets the stage nicely for one final stop before "Scream 7".

So join the Mikes as the go through each film in the "Scream" saga leading up to the release of "Scream 7".

What are your thoughts on these Radio Silence Screams? Let us know in the comments!

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Forgotten Cinema content!

🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

✨ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content: www.patreon.com/forgottencinema

🛍️ Grab some Forgotten Cinema merch: www.etsy.com/shop/ForgottenCinemaShop

Check out our website: https://www.forgottencinemapodcast.com

0:00 - Introduction

3:26 - Film Facts

9:57 - Film Discussion

51:10 - Plugs

#ForgottenCinema #Scream #Scream5 #RadioSilence #NeveCampbell #CourtneyCox #JennaOrtega #Ghostface #Horror #HorrorFilms #Scream7 #FilmDiscussion #Slasher