Video Archives: The Hunt for Red October / Body and Soul / Death Promise

On this episode of the Video Archives Podcast, Quentin Tarantino and Roger Avary on The Hunt for Red October. The soviets have developed a technologically-superior nuclear submarine that could begin World War III – and its heading straight for us. While the rest of the government is preparing for the attack, CIA analyst Jack Ryan has a different idea: he believes Captain Ramius is planning to defect. Now, he has to prove it. Quentin and Roger discuss their first experiences watching the film, how John McTiernan perfectly cast these roles, and analyze both the strengths and weaknesses of the film.

Then, over on our Patreon, we’ve got two films that fit the Video Archives classic format. First up, 1981’s Body and Soul. he’s a boxer, she’s a knockout, and together they score. The guys discuss the importance of movies made for black audiences and the real life romance that spawned this film. Lastly, we’re in the Bronx with Death Promise! A dojo takes on filthy rich landlords? Sign us up!

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