About Let's Watch It Again: Film Reviews & Retrospectives
"Let’s Watch It Again" is your go-to podcast for celebrating the movies that shaped our lives. Hosted by Rob Lee and a lineup of talented writers, artists, and media personalities, this show dives deep into movie anniversaries, blockbusters, and cult classics.
Each episode blends humor and sharp analysis, offering thoughtful reviews and retrospective takes on the cultural impact, historical context, and legacy of films from every era. Whether it’s revisiting cinematic masterpieces or uncovering hidden gems, "Let’s Watch It Again" enriches your movie-watching experience with fresh insights and lively discussions.
Perfect for cinephiles and casual movie fans alike, this podcast is your ticket to reliving the stories behind the screen while exploring how they continue to influence pop culture today.
"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 Lambs
Brian Cox's underrated, unsettling take on Hannibal Lecter
Will Graham's trauma, his "gift," and getting the killer instinct back
Tom Noonan's Tooth Fairy and the tragic, disturbing Reba scenes
Freddy Lounds, the tabloid scumbag we love to hate
The 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 filmmaking
Rob and David's favorite scenes and quick takes
Where to watch it (Tubi, Amazon, YouTube) — and why you should still buy physical media
Wanna hear more Rob and company deep dives? Check out our other Thomas Harris-adjacent episodes (https://share.transistor.fm/s/8bf4f078)— give it a listen and relive the nostalgia. Smell yourself.
22 Mar 2026
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze
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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 Propaganda
Why the sequel went full kid-friendly and how that shapes the film
Tokka, Rahzar, and Keno: what works and what doesn’t
Vanilla Ice’s “Go Ninja Go Ninja Go” set piece and the Super Shredder finale
Practical effects, puppetry, and 90s slime — what still lands
Isaiah's NYC Rat Story
VHS memories, the 35th anniversary screening vibe (Georgetown), and where it fit in 1991 pop culture
Rob and Isaiah’s favorite scenes and quick takes
Wanna listen to Rob make another funny? Check out the review of the original 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (https://share.transistor.fm/s/0fc1b409)review — give it a listen and relive the nostalgia. Cowabunga.
31 Oct 2025
TALES FROM THE HOOD (1995) A Film Retrospective with Lea Anderson
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 (https://www.instagram.com/arachleaa/) (Truth in This Art (https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/episodes/lea-anderson) alum; FANGORIA (https://www.fangoria.com/authors/lea-anderson/)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 together
Segment-by-segment themes and social commentary
Key performances, including Clarence Williams III and David Alan Grier
Practical effects, puppetry, and memorable set pieces
Production and release context: 1995 box office, competition (Casper, Braveheart, Johnny Mnemonic), and reception
The film’s enduring relevance and place in the horror canon
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
3.5 / 5
8 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
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