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Rob Lee welcomes Isaiah Winters back on to the podcast to discuss the 1992 classic, Candyman.
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Rob Lee welcomes Isaiah Winters back on to the podcast to discuss the 1992 classic, Candyman.
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Candyman (1992) Trailer
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Candyman (1992) Trailer
6.7/10 IMDb
77 % Rotten Tomatoes
61 % Metacritic
83 % Google Users
83 % Google Users
Summary
Skeptical graduate student Helen Lyle befriends Anne-Marie McCoy while researching superstitions in a housing project on Chicago's Near North Side. From Anne-Marie, Helen learns about the Candyman, a knife-wielding figure of urban legend that some of her neighbors believe to be responsible for a recent murder. After a mysterious man matching the Candyman's description begins stalking her, Helen comes to fear that the legend may be all too real.
Skeptical graduate student Helen Lyle befriends Anne-Marie McCoy while researching superstitions in a housing project on Chicago's Near North Side. From Anne-Marie, Helen learns about the Candyman, a knife-wielding figure of urban legend that some of her neighbors believe to be responsible for a recent murder. After a mysterious man matching the Candyman's description begins stalking her, Helen comes to fear that the legend may be all too real.
Release date: October 16, 1992
Director:
Bernard Rose
Starring
Virginia Madsen
Tony Todd
Xander Berkeley
Kasi Lemmons
Bernard Rose
Starring
Virginia Madsen
Tony Todd
Xander Berkeley
Kasi Lemmons
Box office:
$25.8 million
Screenplay
Bernard Rose
Based on "The Forbidden"
by Clive Barker
Cinematography
Anthony B. Richmond
Music by
Philip Glass
Screenplay
Bernard Rose
Based on "The Forbidden"
by Clive Barker
Cinematography
Anthony B. Richmond
Music by
Philip Glass
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What is 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.
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Candyman (1992) Trailer
6.7/10 IMDb
77 % Rotten Tomatoes
61 % Metacritic
83 % Google Users
Summary
Skeptical graduate student Helen Lyle (Virginia Madsen) befriends Anne-Marie McCoy (Vanessa Williams) while researching superstitions in a housing project on Chicago's Near North Side. From Anne-Marie, Helen learns about the Candyman (Tony Todd), a knife-wielding figure of urban legend that some of her neighbors believe to be responsible for a recent murder. After a mysterious man matching the Candyman's description begins stalking her, Helen comes to fear that the legend may be all too real.
Release date: October 16, 1992
Director:
Bernard Rose
Starring
Virginia Madsen
Tony Todd
Xander Berkeley
Kasi Lemmons
Box office:
$25.8 million
Screenplay
Bernard Rose
Based on "The Forbidden"
by Clive Barker
Cinematography
Anthony B. Richmond
Music by
Philip Glass