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. Law School, Big Firms, and Real‑World Lawyering: A Candid Guide from a 37‑Year Attorney - Sidebar by Dana Duncan

    2d ago ·  Bonus

    Law School, Big Firms, and Real‑World Lawyering: A Candid Guide from a 37‑Year Attorney - Sidebar by Dana Duncan

    Summary: In this episode of Sidebar by Dana Duncan, a lawyer with over 37 years of experience breaks down the harsh reality of law school, big‑firm life, and what it actually takes to become a successful attorney. From elite law school tuition and starting salaries to the skills law school doesn’t teach—like client counseling, negotiation style, and real‑world time management—Dana offers blunt, practical legal career advice. He also explores the growing shortage of lawyers in rural markets and why you don’t need the most prestigious law school to build a thriving practice. If you’re considering law school or rethinking your legal career path, this candid conversation is essential listening. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Sidebar Podcast 02:31 Movie Reviews: Pressure and Disclosure Day 07:37 Navigating Law School: Personal Experiences 32:31 The Reality of Law School and Legal Careers Keywords: law school reality, becoming a lawyer, law school rankings, law school tuition, big law burnout, legal career advice, lawyer skills, law school vs practice, Marquette Law School, rural legal markets, legal mentoring, CYA letter, bar exam criticism, Columbia Law, Harvard Law, mid‑tier law schools

    38 min
  2. Introduction and Intent - Sidebar by Dana Duncan

    2d ago ·  Bonus

    Introduction and Intent - Sidebar by Dana Duncan

    This debut episode of Sidebar with Dana Duncan introduces listeners to Dana’s 37‑year journey as a lawyer, mentor, father, and world traveler. He shares insights from hundreds of jury trials, federal court appeals, and decades of experience in social security disability law. Dana also explores parenting philosophies, law school challenges, political perspectives, and the importance of building wealth outside legal practice. If you’re interested in real‑world legal wisdom, personal growth, and stories from a seasoned attorney, this episode sets the stage for a compelling weekly series. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Sidebar with Dana Duncan 02:49 Exploring Legal Career and Life Experiences 06:11 Parenting Philosophy and Life Lessons 09:08 Transitioning from Criminal Defense to Social Security Law 11:49 Navigating Federal Court and Social Security Appeals 14:53 Mentorship and Guidance in Legal Practice 18:11 Personal Beliefs and Political Views 20:54 Law School Experience and Challenges 23:53 Future Plans for Sidebar and Audience Engagement Keywords: Legal career, personal development, law, life lessons, law school, social security, mentorship, travel, faith, Wisconsin, husband, father, sports, movies

    28 min
  3. T2: Judgment Day (1991)

    6d ago

    T2: Judgment Day (1991)

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Sara Shea (Host and Creator of Shea Cinema), discuss T2: Judgment Day (1991) for its 35th anniversary: written and directed by James Cameron, cinematography by Adam Greenberg, music by Brad Fiedel, editing by Conrad Buff, Mark Goldblatt, and Richard A. Harris, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, and Robert Patrick. Plot Summary: In Terminator 2: Judgment Day, a killer machine from the future is reprogrammed to protect the very boy he was once sent to destroy. Arnold Schwarzenegger returns as the T-800, but this time he's the good guy — and he's up against something far more terrifying: the T-1000, a shape-shifting liquid-metal assassin who can become anyone or anything. Young John Connor, the future leader of humanity, is the target, and his only hope is the machine that once hunted his mother. Guest: Sara Shea Host and Creator of Shea Cinema; @sheacinema on X, IGCo-Host of First Watch/RewatchPreviously on 12 Angry Men (1957) Revisit, Barry Lyndon (1975), Shampoo (1975), 2025 Post Oscars Reaction Show, Patton (1970), One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975), Dracula (1931), The Public Enemy (1931) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for T2 05:12 Welcome Back, Sara Shea 07:33 Relationship(s) with T2 14:04 Dana's Noted Struggles with Sci-Fi 15:32 James Cameron's Best Film? 19:32 Is T2 the Best Arnold Schwarzeneggar Movie? 24:20 Plot Summary for T2 25:03 What is T2 About? 29:58 Did You Know? 32:55 First Break 33:32 What's Happening with Sara Shea? 37:46 Best Performance(s) 45:57 Best Scene(s) 53:10 Second Break 53:49 In Memoriam 56:35 Best Line(s) 01:01:38 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:08:47 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:09:10 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:12:21 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:17:20 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:19:13 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:21:04 Remaining Questions for T2 01:26:51 Thank You to Sara and Final Thoughts 01:34:27 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/terminator-2-judgment-day-1991-ft-sara-shea For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Terminator 2, James Cameron, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sarah Connor, T-1000, film analysis, movie legacy, special effects, sci-fi classics, T2, Judgment Day, Linda Hamilton, Robert Patrick, Skynet, T-800, sci-fi, movie legacy, special effects, franchise, AI, podcast, podcasting, movies, film, classic Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 35m
  4. First Watch/Rewatch 2.4 (The Good Wife 1.7-1.9)

    Jun 28

    First Watch/Rewatch 2.4 (The Good Wife 1.7-1.9)

    Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their journey through Season 1 of The Good Wife, this time with episodes 7, 8, and 9. In this episode, Thomas and Sara analyze episodes 7-9 of The Good Wife by discussing plot points, character development, legal accuracy, and their predictions for future episodes. They also share insights on legal procedures, character arcs, and the show's overall quality. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:23 Character Development and Ethical Dilemmas in 'The Good Wife' 06:25 Legal Ethics and Personal Morality in Practice 09:21 Contemporary Legal Issues and Cultural Reflections 13:30 Character Dynamics and Plot Development 16:33 Guest Appearances and Character Recognition 19:36 Legal Realism and Plot Holes 22:35 Character Growth and Relationships 25:31 Ethical Dilemmas in Law 28:35 Office Politics and Client Relationships 31:35 Final Thoughts on Character Relationships 43:37 Character Dynamics and Relationships 49:39 Alicia's Complexity and Vulnerability 54:40 Character Development and Rankings 59:56 Predictions and Future Developments 01:02:25 Legal Realism vs. Entertainment 01:11:14 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Keywords: Legal TV show, episode analysis, character development, legal accuracy, predictions, TV critique, legal analysis, legal, Julianna Marguiles, Pedro Pascal, scandal, podcast, TV podcast

    1h 13m
  5. Klute (1971) ft. Scott Cole

    Jun 24

    Klute (1971) ft. Scott Cole

    Dana and Tom with guest, Scott Cole (movie commentator, and occasional writer/contributor) discuss Klute (1971) for its 55th anniversary: directed by Alan J. Pakula, written by Andy and Dave Lewis, cinematography by Gordon Willis, music by Michael Small, editing by Carl Lerner, starring Jane Fonda, Donald Sutherland, and Roy Scheider. Plot Summary: A Pennsylvania businessman vanishes. The only clue — threatening letters sent to a New York City call girl named Bree Daniel (Jane Fonda). Private detective John Klute (Donald Sutherland) heads to the city to find answers and finds himself drawn into Bree's dangerous world. Guest: Scott Cole Twitter-X/IG (@colecommascott) movie commentator, and occasional writer/contributor for The Movie Friends podcast.com (@moviefriendspodcast)Previously on for Chinatown (1974), Nashville (1975) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Klute 02:26 Welcome Back, Scott Cole 05:28 Initial Reactions to Klute 13:43 Is Fonda's Performance Oscar Worthy? 19:58 Is Sutherland Overlooked Again? 23:22 Where Did All the Psychological Thrillers Go? 28:21 Plot Summary for Klute 28:47 What is Klute About? 34:00 Did You Know? 36:16 First Break 36:59 What's Happening with Scott Cole? 39:40 Best Performance(s) 52:08 Best Scene(s) 59:30 Second Break 01:00:07 In Memoriam 01:04:58 Best Lines 01:07:13 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:13:26 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:19:28 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:26:54 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:37:41 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:43:08 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:45:20 Remaining Questions for Klute 01:51:51 Thank You to Scott and Final Thoughts 01:56:56 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/klute-1971-ft-scott-cole For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Klute, psychological thriller, Jane Fonda, Donald Sutherland, film analysis, 1970s cinema, film score, paranoia, trauma, film history, film analysis, movie review, cinematic legacy, psychological thriller, Jane Fonda, Donald Sutherland, film history, noir, detective, Oscar, 70s Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 58m
  6. First Watch/Rewatch 2.3 (The Good Wife 1.5-1.6)

    Jun 21

    First Watch/Rewatch 2.3 (The Good Wife 1.5-1.6)

    Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their new journey through Season 1 of The Good Wife, this time with episodes 5 and 6. In this episode, our hosts analyze episodes 5 and 6 of 'The Good Wife,' exploring legal dilemmas, character development, and ethical questions. They delve into the show's evolving narrative, character dynamics, and real-world legal principles, providing insights for fans and legal enthusiasts alike. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Theme Music Discussion 05:25 Episode Summaries: Crash and Conjugal 08:57 Character Development and Legal Themes 11:59 Moral Dilemmas in Legal Practice 14:51 Nuanced Villains and Ethical Choices 18:01 Comparative Analysis of Legal Dramas 21:12 Character Dynamics and Relationships 23:59 Flirtation and Romantic Tension 26:53 Cultural References and Personal Insights 33:36 Character Analysis: Calinda's Coldness 36:44 Exploring Peter's Redemption Arc 39:11 Conjugal Visits: A Reflection on Relationships 42:47 Understanding the Prison System 48:12 The Stakes of Wrongful Convictions 54:55 Character Development and Predictions Keywords: The Good Wife, legal drama, character analysis, ethical dilemmas, TV review, TV, Juliana Marguiles, CBS, legal, analysis

    1h 3m
  7. Ace in the Hole (1951)

    Jun 17

    Ace in the Hole (1951)

    Dana and Tom discuss Ace in the Hole (1951) for its 75th anniversary: written and directed by Billy Wilder with Lesser Samuels and Walter Newman, cinematography by Charles Lang, music by Hugo Friedhofer, editing by Doane Harrison and Arthur P. Schmidt, starring Kirk Douglas, Jan Sterling, and Porter Hall. Plot Summary: Meet Chuck Tatum — a fast-talking, down-on-his-luck newspaper reporter played by Kirk Douglas. After burning bridges at every big-city paper in the country, he ends up stranded in Albuquerque, New Mexico, working for a small-town daily and waiting for his big break. Then one day, fate drops a story right in his lap. A local man named Leo Minosa gets trapped inside a collapsed mine shaft. Instead of calling for a quick rescue, Tatum sees an opportunity. He cuts a deal with a corrupt sheriff, engineers a longer — and far more dangerous — rescue operation, and turns the whole ordeal into a national media spectacle. Crowds pour in. Carnival rides go up. The story is everywhere. But the longer the rescue drags on, the worse Leo's condition becomes. And Tatum, who started this as pure ambition, begins to realize what he's actually done. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Ace in the Hole 02:37 Our Missing Guest 03:34 Initial Reactions to Ace in the Hole 08:42 Billy Wilder's Most Cynical Film? 11:34 Kirk Douglas' Best Performance? 14:32 Plot Summary for Ace in the Hole 15:46 What is Ace in the Hole About? 21:57 Did You Know? 24:27 First Break 25:04 GMOAT Hall of Fame - June 2026 33:51 Best Performance(s) 38:42 Best Scene(s) 43:11 Second Break 43:49 In Memoriam 46:25 Best Lines 47:50 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 50:12 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 53:28 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 56:05 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:00:07 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:01:39 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:03:33 Remaining Questions for Ace in the Hole 01:05:01 Final Thoughts 01:08:54 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/ace-in-the-hole-1951 For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Billy Wilder, Ace in the Hole, media critique, film analysis, media sensationalism, film legacy, film impact, classic cinema, media ethics, film discussion, Kirk Douglas, Hugo Friedhofer, journalism, media, circus Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 10m
  8. First Watch/Rewatch 2.2 (The Good Wife 1.3-1.4)

    Jun 14

    First Watch/Rewatch 2.2 (The Good Wife 1.3-1.4)

    Tom Duncan and Sara Shea continue their new journey through Season 1 of The Good Wife, this time with episodes 3 and 4. In this episode, our hosts analyze the next two episodes of 'The Good Wife,' exploring character dynamics, legal accuracy, and personal impressions of the series. Join us as we dissect the show's strengths, weaknesses, and potential future directions. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Controlled Chaos 02:19 Character Connections and Dynamics 05:23 Diane's Role and Gender Dynamics 08:15 The Ethics of Legal Practice 11:26 The Complexity of Calinda's Character 14:16 Peter's Legal Troubles and Inconsistencies 32:58 The Role of Testimony in Legal Cases 35:31 Political Integrity and Public Perception 39:06 Trial Timelines and Legal Realism 40:57 Character Development and Future Predictions 48:07 MVPs and Character Dynamics 57:15 The Evolution of TV Viewing Habits 01:00:14 Quality of Modern Television 01:03:02 Comparing Classic and Contemporary Shows 01:06:19 Personal Preferences in TV Shows 01:09:15 The Impact of Streaming on TV Culture Keywords: The Good Wife, legal drama, TV series review, character analysis, law show critique, podcast

    1h 11m
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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
    356
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ronny Duncan Studios
  • Show Website
    Greatest Movie Of All-Time

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