Greatest Movie Of All-Time

Thomas Duncan
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Hosts Tom and Dana Duncan take a new approach to finding the answer to the question: "what's the greatest movie of all-time?" Each week, Dana and Tom will review a classic movie, and grade it out based on a six-part rubric scale to determine what the greatest movie of all-time is. For the complete list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list To contact us, please email the show at Greatestalltimemoviepodcast@gmail.com

  1. The Rock (1996) ft. Jesse Sertle

    3d ago

    The Rock (1996) ft. Jesse Sertle

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Jesse Sertle (Fellow group member of CineMadison) discuss The Rock (1996) for its 30th anniversary: directed by Michael Bay, written by David Weisberg, Douglas S. Cook, and Mark Rosner, cinematography by John Schwartzman, editing by Richard Francis-Bruce, music by Nick Glennie-Smith and Hans Zimmer, starring Sean Connery, Ed Harris, and Nicolas Cage. Plot Summary: In The Rock, a rogue U.S. general (Ed Harris) seizes Alcatraz Island and threatens San Francisco with stolen chemical weapons, forcing an unlikely duo—a bookish FBI chemist (Nicolas Cage) and a vanished‑from‑the‑grid ex‑spy (Sean Connery) —into the island’s fog‑shrouded fortress. As they infiltrate the abandoned prison’s tunnels and rusted battlements, the mission becomes a tense clash of wills and philosophies, where loyalty, guilt, and the weight of past secrets press in as heavily as the Pacific mist. The Rock turns into a high‑stakes pressure cooker, inviting you into a world where every corridor hums with danger and every choice feels like it could tip the balance. Guest: Jesse Sertle (5x Club Member) Fellow group member of CineMadisonPreviously on Rounders (1998), Easy Rider (1969), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), Star Wars (1977)@jsertle on IG Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for The Rock 03:00 Welcome Back, Jesse Sertle 06:04 Tom's Difficulty with Michael Bay 08:55 Relationship(s) with The Rock 14:07 Michael Bay 19:28 Nicolas Cage 23:24 Sean Connery 25:23 How to Enjoy Any Michael Bay Movie 26:25 Plot Summary for The Rock 27:23 What is The Rock About? 28:41 Did You Know? 32:39 First Break 33:22 What's Happening with Jesse Sertle? 34:03 Best Performance(s) 39:51 Best Scene(s) 47:22 Second Break 48:14 Best/Funniest Lines 51:24 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 57:09 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:01:45 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:05:02 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:11:53 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:16:10 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:17:49 Remaining Questions for The Rock 01:20:19 Thank You to Jesse and Remaining Thoughts 01:23:33 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/the-rock-1996-ft-jesse-sertle For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: The Rock, Michael Bay, Nicolas Cage, Sean Connery, Ed Harris, 90s action movies, film critique, behind the scenes, movie analysis, film analysis, movie review, 90s cinema, rewatchability, film legacy Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 25m
  2. First Watch/Rewatch 2.1 (The Good Wife 1.1-1.2)

    6d ago

    First Watch/Rewatch 2.1 (The Good Wife 1.1-1.2)

    Tom Duncan and Sara Shea start a new journey through Season 1 of The Good Wife, starting with the Pilot and the second episode. In this episode, our hosts analyze the first two episodes, explore character development, legal accuracy, and storytelling techniques. They share insights, critiques, and predictions, offering a critical yet engaging perspective on the series. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 10:34 Overview of The Good Wife Episodes 12:40 First Impressions of The Pilot Episode 15:36 Character Development and Pacing Issues 18:35 Comparative Analysis with Other Shows 21:25 Legal Realism and Plot Convenience 24:32 Character Dynamics and Relationships 27:27 Entertainment Value vs. Realism 30:26 Final Thoughts on the Episodes 40:20 Critique of Current Show Dynamics 41:05 Cultural Context and Evolution of Themes 42:34 Character Development and Relationships 45:59 Legal Foundations and Case Analysis 52:56 Character Insights and Predictions 01:00:15 Overall Impressions and Future Expectations Keywords: The Good Wife, TV series analysis, legal drama, character development, critique, storytelling, episode review

    1h 3m
  3. The Vertigo Bridge on the River Hangover Tiebreaker

    May 27

    The Vertigo Bridge on the River Hangover Tiebreaker

    Dana and Tom discuss three very different films that are currently tied on the greater GMOAT full list: The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), Vertigo (1958), and The Hangover (2009). Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the TieBreaker 05:32 Cast and Background for The Bridge on the River Kwai 07:43 Plot Summary for The Bridge on the River Kwai 09:06 New Thoughts on The Bridge on the River Kwai? 17:16 Cast and Background for Vertigo 21:35 Plot Summary for Vertigo 22:59 New Thoughts on Vertigo? 32:38 Cast and Background for The Hangover 35:35 Plot Summary for The Hangover 36:34 New Thoughts on The Hangover? 41:07 First Break 41:58 Let the Tiebreaker Begin 44:47 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Signficance 48:21 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 53:41 Second Break 54:20 In Memoriam 55:46 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:01:13 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:03:22 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score 01:04:31 Final Math 01:07:20 Remaining Thoughts for the Week You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the previous episode of The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/37-the-bridge-on-the-river-kwai-1957 For more on the previous episode of Vertigo (1958), go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/vertigo-1958 For more on the previous episode of The Hangover (2009), go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/the-hangover-2009 For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/the-bridge-on-the-river-kwai-1957-v-vertigo-1958-v-the-hangover-2009-tiebreaker For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: film analysis, movie rankings, The Bridge on the River Kwai, Vertigo, The Hangover, cinematic impact, film history, movie review, Todd Phillips, David Lean, Alfred Hitchcock, Bradley Cooper, James Stewart, William Holden, Alec Guinness, Kim Novak, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 11m
  4. The Killing (1956) ft. Peterson W. Hill

    May 20

    The Killing (1956) ft. Peterson W. Hill

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club member and CLP contributor, Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast), discuss The Killing (1956), celebrating its 70th anniversary: written and directed by Stanley Kubrick, cinematography by Lucien Ballard, editing by Lucy Steinberg, music by Gerald Fried, starring Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards, and Jay C. Flippen. Plot Summary: The Killing is a tense crime thriller about a carefully planned racetrack robbery that slowly falls apart because of bad luck, greed, and human mistakes. Sterling Hayden plays Johnny Clay, a smart criminal who gathers a group of men to help him steal money from a horse racing track. Each member of the team has a specific job, and the plan seems nearly perfect. As the robbery moves forward, Kubrick shows the events from different points of view, building suspense as the audience sees how every detail connects. Problems begin when one man’s reckless actions and another man’s jealous wife threaten the entire operation. Guest: Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast @petersonwhill on IG, Letterboxd, and Twitter15x Previous Guest Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for The Killing 02:33 Welcome Back, Peterson W. Hill 06:03 Peterson's Relationship to The Killing 07:40 Dana and Tom's First Time with The Killing 10:47 Documentary Style and Narration 15:27 What is the Significance of the Title "The Killing"? 17:24 What Influences Has The Killing Had? 22:26 Plot Summary for The Killing 25:50 Did You Know? 29:16 First Break 30:43 What's Happening with Peterson W. Hill 35:55 Best Performance(s) 41:50 Best Scene(s) 49:52 Second Break 50:31 In Memoriam 54:14 Best/Funniest Lines 56:13 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:02:50 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:09:32 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:14:02 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:19:45 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:23:22 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:27:04 Remaining Questions for The Killing 01:34:57 Thank You to Peterson and Remaining Thoughts 01:39:09 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/the-killing-1956-ft-peterson-w-hill For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Stanley Kubrick, The Killing, heist film, film analysis, cinema history, visual style, narrative techniques, film influence, film analysis, movie legacy, impact, classic movies, film discussion, rewatchability, horse racing, Sterling Hayden, Lucien Ballard Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 40m
  5. A Knight's Tale (2001)

    May 13

    A Knight's Tale (2001)

    Dana and Tom discuss A Knight's Tale (2001) for its 25th anniversary: written and directed by Brian Helgeland, cinematography by Richard Greatrex, editing by Kevin Stitt, music by Carter Burwell, starring Heath Ledger, Shannyn Sossamon, Paul Bettany, Mark Addy, Rufus Sewell, and Alan Tudyk. Plot Summary: A Knight's Tale follows a poor squire who risks everything to change his fate. After his master dies, William Thatcher (Heath Ledger) pretends to be a noble knight and enters high-stakes jousting tournaments. With help from his loyal friends, he trains, competes, and rises in status, even catching the attention of a noblewoman, Jocelyn (Shannon Sossamon). But his secret threatens to ruin everything as rivals grow suspicious. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background to A Knight's Tale 02:59 Dana's First Time, Tom's 28th 06:47 Heath Ledger 14:04 Plot Summary for A Knight's Tale 17:08 Did You Know? 19:40 First Break 20:20 Best Performance(s) 26:50 Best Scene(s) 29:20 Second Break 29:58 In Memoriam 37:15 Best/Funniest Lines 40:44 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 43:55 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 46:02 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 48:34 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 49:32 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 50:53 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 52:21 Remaining Questions for A Knight's Tale 59:31 Remaining Thoughts and Dana's Announcement 01:05:09 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/a-knight-s-tale-2001 For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: A Knight's Tale, Heath Ledger, medieval sports film, film analysis, movie legacy, film music, film trivia, 2001 movies, film critique, cult classics, sports movies Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 6m

  6. May 6

    Yojimbo (1961) ft. Myke Emal

    Dana and Tom with guest, Myke Emal (Host and Creator of the Cinemusts podcast), discuss Yojimbo (1961) for its 65th anniversary: written and directed by Akira Kurosawa with Ryūzō Kikushima and Hideo Oguni, cinematography by Kazuo Miyagawa, music by Masaru Sato, editing by Akira Kurosawa, starring Toshiro Mifune, Eijirō Tōno, Tatsuya Nakadai, and Daisuke Katō. Plot Summary: In a small, lawless town divided by two rival gangs, Toshiro Mifune plays a wandering ronin who sees an opportunity. Pretending to work for both sides, he tricks each gang into fighting the other, hoping to wipe them out and bring peace to the town. As his plan unfolds, the violence grows, and innocent people are caught in the middle. The ronin must rely on his intelligence and sword skills to survive as both gangs begin to suspect his true intentions. In the end, he faces the consequences of his dangerous game while trying to restore some sense of justice. Guest: Myke Emal Host and Creator of the Cinemusts podcast@cinemusts on Twitter, Letterboxd, Facebook, and IGPreviously on Anatomy of a Murder (1959), Sabotage (1936) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Yojimbo 05:59 Welcome Back, Myke Emal! 06:46 Getting Into Yojimbo 10:48 Is the Divided Town Symbolic of Anything? 12:55 Endorsement of Violence? 18:05 Dana's War Stories 19:48 Plot Summary for Yojimbo 20:37 What is Yojimbo About? 21:39 Did You Know? 27:35 First Break 28:18 What's Happening with Myke Emal? 29:49 Best Performance(s) 42:17 Best Scene(s) 48:51 Second Break 52:18 In Memoriam 55:36 Best/Funniest Lines 57:57 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:04:56 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:09:16 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:16:13 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:22:36 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:26:39 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:29:54 Remaining Questions for Yojimbo 01:37:29 Thank You to Myke and Final Thoughts 01:42:56 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/yojimbo-1961-ft-myke-emal For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Yojimbo, Kurosawa, Samurai Films, Cinematography, Film Influence, Western Adaptations, Film Analysis, film legacy, cinema influence, Japanese cinema, film analysis, rewatchability, film impact, classic films, film discussion Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 44m

  7. May 3

    First Watch / Rewatch - Ep. 8 (The West Wing 1.22)

    Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their journey through Season 1 of The West Wing, this time with episode 1.22 - the first season finale. We are joined by friend of the show, Klarissa Beckstead (I've Seen That One podcast). In this episode, Sara is given a difficult choice, our intrepid hosts grade The West Wing - Season 1, and they pick what's to come next for Season 2. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:45 Recap of Season One and Episode 22 of The West Wing 05:59 Emotional Reactions to the Season Finale 08:52 Character Development and Plot Predictions 11:48 Political Themes and Real-World Parallels 14:45 Interpersonal Relationships and Character Dynamics 17:47 Discussion on the Iraqi Plotline 20:52 Reflections on Historical Context and Relevance 26:12 Character Favorites and Dynamics 28:42 Exploring Toby's Depth and Complexity 29:44 Emotional Resonance of Space Tragedies 31:34 Cliffhangers and Viewer Reactions 33:44 Anticipation for Future Episodes 39:39 Navigating Choices, Decisions, and Chaos 48:39 Overview of Season Ratings and Rankings 51:33 Acting Performance Evaluation 54:33 Writing Quality Assessment 57:36 Intangibles and Emotional Impact 01:00:35 Cinematography and Visual Presentation 01:03:30 Narrative Structure and Cohesion 01:06:34 Character Development and Dynamics 01:20:27 Character Development and Mistakes 01:22:41 Ratings and Expectations for Season One 01:25:03 Editing and Pacing in Aaron Sorkin's Work 01:28:15 Final Thoughts on Season One Ratings 01:29:30 Choosing the Next Show: Options and Decisions 01:41:27 Deciding on 'The Good Wife' for Next Season Keywords: The West Wing, TV analysis, character development, political drama, episode review, emotional impact, storytelling, season one, character analysis, show notes, TV show analysis, binge-watching, season finale, show grading, streaming options

    1h 43m
  8. Gilda (1946) ft. VP Morris

    Apr 29

    Gilda (1946) ft. VP Morris

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, VP Morris (Award-winning thriller and horror writer and podcaster), discuss Gilda (1946) for its 80th anniversary: directed by Charles Vidor, written by Marion Parsonnet and Ben Hecht, cinematography by Rudolph Mate, music by M. W. Stoloff and Marlin Skiles, editing by Charles Nelson, starring Glenn Ford, Rita Hayworth, and George Macready. Plot Summary: In the shadowy world of postwar Buenos Aires, a cynical gambler named Johnny Farrell (Glenn Ford) rises to become the right‑hand man of a powerful casino owner—only to have his world upended when his boss returns from abroad with a new wife: Gilda (Rita Hayworth), the woman Johnny once loved and lost. What follows is a volatile triangle of desire, jealousy, and deception, where every smile hides a threat and every gesture feels like a dare. As Johnny and Gilda wage a private war under the watchful eye of a dangerous man, the film turns into a noir about obsession, control, and the impossibility of burying the past. Guest: VP Morris Award-winning thriller and horror writer and podcaster;vpmorris.com, @teawriterepeat on IG and X, The Dead Letters Podcast;Previously on Scream (1996), The Shining (1980), Rear Window (1954), and American Psycho (2000) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Gilda 03:37 Welcome Back, VP Morris! 04:44 Why Gilda? 07:45 Rita Hayworth's Performance in Gilda 13:27 What Kind of Character is Gilda? 19:53 Plot Summary for Gilda 20:47 What is Gilda About? 28:48 Did You Know? 33:17 First Break 34:57 What's Happening with VP Morris? 36:25 Best Performance(s) 50:46 Best Scene(s) 01:00:33 Second Break 01:01:10 Best/Funniest Lines 01:03:09 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:09:03 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:14:40 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:23:38 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:28:49 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:32:03 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:33:44 Remaining Questions for Gilda 01:42:28 Thank You to VP 01:43:16 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/gilda-1946-ft-vp-morris For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Gilda, Rita Hayworth, film noir, classic movies, Hollywood history, cinematic legacy, classic, noir, Glenn Ford, mystery, thriller, podcast, movie, Shawshank, red Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 45m
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Hosts Tom and Dana Duncan take a new approach to finding the answer to the question: "what's the greatest movie of all-time?" Each week, Dana and Tom will review a classic movie, and grade it out based on a six-part rubric scale to determine what the greatest movie of all-time is. For the complete list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list To contact us, please email the show at Greatestalltimemoviepodcast@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Thomas Duncan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    347
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Ronny Duncan Studios
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