Let's Watch It Again : Film Reviews & Retrospectives

She's every man's dream... and your worst nightmare! Let's Watch It Again is back!Rob Lee is joined by Lea Anderson to discuss the 1990 cult classic Def by Temptation!Def by Temptation (1990) follows Joel (James Bond III), a divinity student from North Carolina wrestling with his faith, who heads to New York City to visit his friend K (Kadeem Hardison), a struggling actor looking for his big break. What starts as a night out bar-hopping takes a dark turn when they cross paths with a seductive woman (Cynthia Bond) who is not what she seems — she's a succubus preying on Black men across the city. With Joel squarely in her sights, K teams up with Dougie (Bill Nunn), a hard-drinking cop with a knack for the supernatural, in a race to stop her before it's too late.In this retrospective, host Rob Lee and horror scholar Lea Anderson (Truth in This Art alum; FANGORIA columnist, SHUDDER contributor) examine the film's construction, cultural context, and legacy in Black horror.Topics include:The succubus vs. vampire debate — where does Temptation actually fall?James Bond III as writer, director, producer, and starLegacy, family, and the themes hiding in plain sightErnest Dickerson's cinematography and the Laurence Fishburne connectionDef by Temptation's place in the Black horror canon from Ganja and Hess to SinnersDef by Temptation is currently available to stream on Tubi.

Chill or Be Chilled. Let's Watch It Again is back!Rob Lee is joined by Lea Anderson to discuss the 1995 cult classic Tales from the Hood!Tales from the Hood (1995) is a Black horror anthology directed by Rusty Cundieff, framed by a late-night visit to a funeral home where a mortician guides three men through four supernatural morality tales addressing police brutality, domestic abuse, racism, and gang violence.In this retrospective, host Rob Lee and horror scholar Lea Anderson (Truth in This Art alum; FANGORIA columnist, SHUDDER contributor) examine the film’s construction, cultural context, and legacy in Black horror.Topics include:The anthology’s frame narrative and how it threads the segments togetherSegment-by-segment themes and social commentaryKey performances, including Clarence Williams III and David Alan GrierPractical effects, puppetry, and memorable set piecesProduction and release context: 1995 box office, competition (Casper, Braveheart, Johnny Mnemonic), and receptionThe film’s enduring relevance and place in the horror canon

"Enter the mind of a serial killer. You may never come back." Let's Watch It Again is back!Rob Lee and artist David Ibata revisit the 1986 psychological thriller Manhunter for its 40th anniversary.Manhunter (1986) drops us into Michael Mann's stylish, slow-burn vision of the Thomas Harris universe: FBI profiler Will Graham (William Petersen) comes out of early retirement to hunt a serial killer called "The Tooth Fairy" (Tom Noonan), all while reopening old wounds tied to the man who nearly destroyed him — Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Brian Cox). It's moody, neon-lit, emotionally raw, and dripping with 80s atmosphere — long before Anthony Hopkins made the character iconic.In this episode, Rob and David mix straight-up nostalgia with clear-eyed takes. No fluff — just the moments we loved, the parts that aged weirdly, and why this movie still matters to us.Topics include:The Red Dragon connection and how this film predates Silence of the LambsBrian Cox's underrated, unsettling take on Hannibal LecterWill Graham's trauma, his "gift," and getting the killer instinct backTom Noonan's Tooth Fairy and the tragic, disturbing Reba scenesFreddy Lounds, the tabloid scumbag we love to hateThe judo-throw-through-a-refrigerator finale (yes, really)Michael Mann's connection to Miami Vice and how this movie fits into his larger world (Heat, Public Enemies)Practical effects, 80s style, and Mann's slow, deliberate filmmakingRob and David's favorite scenes and quick takesWhere to watch it (Tubi, Amazon, YouTube) — and why you should still buy physical mediaWanna hear more Rob and company deep dives? Check out our other Thomas Harris-adjacent episodes — give it a listen and relive the nostalgia. Smell yourself.

Back by Bodacious Demand. Let's Watch It Again is back!Rob Lee and Isaiah Winters revisit the 1991 childhood classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze for its 35th anniversary.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991) drops the turtles back into a messy, fun, 90s adventure: reconnecting with April and Splinter, fighting Tokka and Rahzar, and chasing the mysterious ooze that created them. It’s loud, goofy, full of practical effects, puppetry, and pure kid‑movie energy.In this episode, Rob and Isaiah mix straight-up nostalgia with clear-eyed takes. No fluff — just the moments we loved, the parts that aged weirdly, and why this movie still matters to us.Topics include:Pizza PropagandaWhy the sequel went full kid-friendly and how that shapes the filmTokka, Rahzar, and Keno: what works and what doesn’tVanilla Ice’s “Go Ninja Go Ninja Go” set piece and the Super Shredder finalePractical effects, puppetry, and 90s slime — what still landsIsaiah's NYC Rat StoryVHS memories, the 35th anniversary screening vibe (Georgetown), and where it fit in 1991 pop cultureRob and Isaiah’s favorite scenes and quick takesWanna listen to Rob make another funny? Check out the review of the original 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles review — give it a listen and relive the nostalgia. Cowabunga.

In this review, Rob Lee welcomes Dom Griffin on to the podcast to discuss 2003's Kill Bill Vol. 1.Let’s Watch It Again here:InstagramWebsiteKill Bill:Vol. 1 TrailerIMDb: 8.2/10Rotten Tomatoes:  81%Google: 91%SummaryAfter awakening from a four-year coma, a former assassin wreaks vengeance on the team of assassins who betrayed her.A former assassin, known simply as The Bride (Uma Thurman), wakes from a coma four years after her jealous ex-lover Bill (David Carradine) attempts to murder her on her wedding day. Fueled by an insatiable desire for revenge, she vows to get even with every person who contributed to the loss of her unborn child, her entire wedding party, and four years of her life. After devising a hit list, The Bride sets off on her quest, enduring unspeakable injuries and unscrupulous enemies.Release date: October 10, 2003 (USA)Director: Quentin TarantinoGenre: Wire-Fu Japan Heroine Revenge AssassinMusic composed by: RZA, Lars Ulrich, and Ennio MorriconeDistributed by: Miramax, Miramax Home EntertainmentAdapted from: Lady SnowbloodBox office: $180.9 millionCastUma ThurmanLucy LiuDavid CarradineVivica A. FoxMichael MadsenDaryl HannahJulie DreyfusSonny ChibaChiaki KuriyamaGordon LiuMichael ParksJun KunimuraKenji OhbaKazuki KitamuraJames ParksJonathan LoughranYuki KazamatsuriSakichi SatoAmbrosia KelleyThe 5.6.7.8'sYōji TanakaIssey TakahashiJuri ManaseAkaji MaroAi MaedaNaomi KusumiHikaru MidorikawaAdditional Show notesDom’s Definitive Tarantino Power RankingsRob's Quentin Tarantino List