TALES FROM THE HOOD (1995) A Film Retrospective with Lea Anderson
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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 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
