
Overview
Shot on 8mm, and featuring the introduction of Divine, John Waters' sophomore film is a plotless collage of random incidents involving sex, drugs, religion and The Wizard of Oz, it was shown with an equally random soundtrack mixing “obnoxious radio advertisements, rock 'n' roll and press conferences with Lee Harvey Oswald's mother”. It was shown three times publicly, but never released commercially.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Roman Candles?
Roman Candles was directed by John Waters.
Where was Roman Candles produced?
It was produced by companies including Dreamland in United States of America.
Roman Candles Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Roman Candles wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.






