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Go-go dancer Michele flees a relentless stalker from the neon of Vegas to the clubs of L.A.

FLAREUP

Most men want to love her... One man wants to kill her!

1969 · 1h 40m · PG · Thriller · IMDB TMDB

An exotic dancer, Michele, stalked from Las Vegas to Los Angeles by the psychopathic ex-husband of her friend, who blames her for the break-up of their marriage.

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What is Flareup about?

Flareup is a 1969 American thriller directed by James Neilson about a Las Vegas go-go dancer pursued across state lines by her best friend's obsessed ex-husband.

Programmer's Pick

Raquel Welch struts through danger and disco as a dancer on the run, trading the neon haze of Vegas for the shadows of L.A. If you like your thrillers with a side of go-go boots and pantyhose, Flareup delivers.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Flareup opens in the charged world of Las Vegas nightlife, centering on Michele, a go-go dancer caught in the fallout of her best friend's broken marriage. When her friend's ex-husband blames Michele for his own failings, his obsession turns violent, forcing Michele to seek police protection. Even as she escapes Vegas for Los Angeles and tries to build a new life, the threat from the vengeful ex-husband looms ever closer. The film weaves suspense with a beat-driven club backdrop, exploring the dangers that follow even after the curtain drops and the city lights dim. It’s a taut thriller of pursuit, fear, and survival set against the glitz and seediness of late-1960s nightlife.

Details & Specs

Director
James Neilson
Writer
Mark Rodgers
Release
1969
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Thriller
Also Known As
L’implacabile omicida, Tote Bienen singen nicht, Sede de Crime, Llamarada

Cast & Crew

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Director: James Neilson Writer: Mark Rodgers
Raquel Welch Raquel Welch Michele James Stacy James Stacy Joe Luke Askew Luke Askew Alan Moris Don Chastain Don Chastain Lieutenant Manion Ron Rifkin Ron Rifkin Sailor Jean Byron Jean Byron Jerri Benton Pat Delaney Pat Delaney Iris Sandra Giles Sandra Giles Nikki KP Kay Peters Lee JB Joe Billings Lloyd Seibert CT Carol-Jean Thompson Jackie Mary Charlotte Wilcox Mary Charlotte Wilcox Tora Gordon Jump Gordon Jump Security Guard CB Carl Byrd Sgt. Newcomb Steve Conte Steve Conte Lt. Franklin Tom Fadden Tom Fadden Mr. Willows MR Michael Rougas Dr. Connors David Moses David Moses Technician Will J. White Will J. White Sgt. Stafford Douglas Rowe Douglas Rowe Gas Station Attendant LH Larry Holt Detective (uncredited) IW Ike Williams Policeman

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Why Cult

Go-Go Glamour

Raquel Welch stars as a Las Vegas go-go dancer, bringing high-octane energy and style to every scene.

Cross-State Pursuit

The suspense ramps up as the stalker chases Michele from Vegas to Los Angeles, making the cityscapes part of the tension.

Psychopathic Villain

A friend's unhinged ex-husband sets the plot in motion, keeping the threat personal and unpredictable.

Nightclub Atmosphere

The action unfolds in motels, clubs, and neon-lit streets, capturing the late-60s nightlife with a seedy, stylish edge.

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Threat File

Trigger

Michele's interference in her friend's marriage

Threat

Obsessed ex-husband stalker

Effect

Pursues and endangers Michele's life

Setting

Las Vegas and Los Angeles

Questions from the Vault

Who directed Flareup? +

Flareup was directed by James Neilson.

How long is Flareup? +

Flareup has a runtime of 100 minutes.

What genre is Flareup? +

Flareup is a thriller.

Where can I watch Flareup? +

Flareup is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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