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. Oscars Preview 2026 - Livestream

    1D AGO

    Oscars Preview 2026 - Livestream

    Dana and Tom preview their Oscar picks and annual Oscar bet for the 98th Annual Oscars Ceremony. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Oscars Preview 05:51 Oscars Nominations and Surprises 10:01 Industry Challenges and Changes 11:42 Bad Movie Oscars Bet Explained 16:34 Best Casting Category Discussion 21:32 Best Supporting Actor Insights 24:56 Best Animated Feature Choices 28:08 Best Animated Short Controversies 31:37 Best Costume Design Analysis 34:52 Best Original Screenplay Predictions 37:28 Film Appreciation and Audience Impact 39:05 Best Adapted Screenplay Predictions 43:22 Makeup and Hair Styling Insights 44:08 Film Editing: Dark Horses and Favorites 46:33 Best Supporting Actress: A Competitive Race 48:46 Production Design: A Standout Category 50:03 Best Original Song: The Obvious Choice 53:40 Documentary Shorts: Emotional Resonance 57:41 Documentary Feature: A Heavy Favorite 01:01:13 Best Sound: Enhancing the Experience 01:03:35 Best Visual Effects: Predictable Winners 01:05:52 Best Live Action Short: Emotional Impact 01:10:08 In Memoriam: A Tribute to Icons 01:11:17 In Memoriam Predictions 01:13:46 Best Cinematography Showdown 01:16:06 International Film Insights 01:18:28 Best Score Discussion 01:20:05 Best Actor Contenders 01:27:04 Best Director Analysis 01:30:13 Best Actress Favorites 01:32:58 Top Ten Films Countdown 01:46:50 Film Reviews and Personal Opinions 01:51:57 Exploring Themes in Cinema 02:02:33 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Film Appreciation 02:06:33 Emotional Connections to Art and Storytelling 02:18:11 Oscars Predictions and Final Thoughts You can 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/oscars-preview-2026 For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Oscars 2025, film awards, movie predictions, industry insights, film categories, Oscars preview Oscars, film awards, movie predictions, filmmaking, acting, cinematography, best picture, film analysis, movie review, Oscar predictions Ronny Duncan Studios

    2h 25m
  2. Bonus: St. Elmo's Fire (1985)

    3D AGO · BONUS

    Bonus: St. Elmo's Fire (1985)

    Dana pays up on his Oscars bet from 2025. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to St. Elmo's Fire 00:53 Dana's Relationship to St. Elmo's Fire 02:38 What is St. Elmo's Fire About? 03:32 Plot Summary for St. Elmo's Fire 05:38 Did You Know? 08:43 Best Performance(s) 10:23 Best/Funniest Lines 13:10 The Stanley Rubric 21:13 Final Total 22:14 Remaining Questions for St. Elmo's Fire 23:21 Final Thoughts 24:43 Credits You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). Keywords: St. Elmo's Fire, 1980s movies, Joel Schumacher, film critique, Hollywood, teen movies, cult classics, movie analysis Ronny Duncan Studios

    26 min
  3. Zootopia (2016) ft. Ryan H.

    6D AGO

    Zootopia (2016) ft. Ryan H.

    Dana and Tom with new guest, Ryan H., discuss the modern Disney classic, Zootopia (2016) for its 10th anniversary: directed by Byron Howard and Rich Moore, written by Jared Bush and Phil Johnston, cinematography by Nathan Warner and Brian Leach, editing by Fabienne Rawley and Jeremy Milton, music by Michael Giacchino, starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, JK Simmons, Idris Elba, and Jenny Slate. Plot Summary: Zootopia is an animated comedy about a city where animals live and work just like humans. The story follows Judy Hopps, voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin, a small-town rabbit who becomes the first bunny police officer in the big city of Zootopia. Judy is excited to prove herself, but she quickly learns that the job is harder than she expected. When several predator animals go missing, she volunteers to solve the case, even though no one believes she can handle it. To crack the mystery, Judy teams up with a clever but untrustworthy fox named Nick Wilde, voiced by Jason Bateman. As they follow clues across the city, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens the peace between predators and prey. Guest: Ryan H. GMOAT Superfan Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Zootopia 04:21 Welcome, Ryan H. 06:16 Relationship(s) with Zootopia 10:40 Plot Summary for Zootopia 11:42 What is Zootopia About? 15:54 Did You Know? 18:55 First Break 19:43 Best Performance(s) 30:22 Best Scene(s) 34:35 Second Break 35:15 In Memoriam 41:38 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 44:53 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 48:44 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 54:37 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 56:40 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 59:33 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score 01:01:41 Remaining Questions 01:02:58 Thank You to Ryan and Remaining Thoughts 01:05:19 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/zootopia-2016-ft-ryan-h For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Zootopia, animated film, themes, prejudice, stereotypes, box office, political philosophy, social contract, animation, legacy, rewatchability Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 6m
  4. Modern Times (1936) ft. Kieran B.

    FEB 25

    Modern Times (1936) ft. Kieran B.

    Dana and Tom with returning 5x Club Member, Kieran B. (Host and Creator of the Best Picture Cast), discuss the silent comedy classic, Modern Times (1936), celebrating its 90th anniversary: written and directed by Charlie Chaplin, cinematography by Ira Morgan and Roland Totheroh, music by Charlie Chaplin, editing by Charlie Chaplin and Willard Nico, starring Charlie Chaplin and Paulette Goddard. Plot Summary: In Modern Times, Charlie Chaplin returns again as the Little Tramp, a factory worker who struggles to keep up with the fast pace of modern machines. On an assembly line, he tightens bolts all day until the pressure drives him nearly insane. After a nervous breakdown, he is sent to a hospital. When he gets out, he is mistaken for a communist leader during a workers’ protest and is thrown in jail. Even in jail, his clumsy good luck helps him stop a prison break, but once he is free, he finds it hard to survive in a world ruled by machines and money. During his struggles, the Tramp meets a poor young woman played by Paulette Goddard. She is hungry, homeless, and trying to care for her sisters after their father dies. The two form a close bond and dream of building a simple life together. They face job losses, hunger, and constant trouble with the law, yet they refuse to give up hope. In the final scene, Chaplin and Goddard walk down an open road, determined to keep going despite the hardships of the modern world. Guest: Kieran B (15x Member Club) Host and Creator of the Best Picture Cast; @bestpicturecast on X, IG, Letterboxd - BPC, Personal LetterboxdPrevious Episodes (17x): Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1957), Lost in Translation (2003), Gran Torino (2008), Stalag 17 (1953), Shane (1953), A Fistful of Dollars (1964), The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) Revisit, 12 Angry Men (1957) Revisit, The Shawshank Redemption (1994) Revisit, Saw (2004), Up in the Air (2009), Bad Day at Black Rock (1955), The Grapes of Wrath (1940), Gladiator (2000), The Lost Weekend (1945) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Context of Modern Times 07:06 Welcome Back, Kieran B. 10:24 Relationship(s) with Modern Times 20:23 Plot Summary for Modern Times 21:48 What is Modern Times About? 27:50 Did You Know? 35:52 First Break 36:46 What's Happening with Kieran B.? 39:48 The Terror of Tiny Town 48:45 Oscars Preview Live Show Coming Up 51:41 Welcome to Our Newest International Listeners 52:55 Best Performance(s) 01:03:53 Best Scene(s) 01:12:21 Second Break 01:13:00 In Memoriam 01:28:55 Best/Funniest Lines 01:32:57 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:40:56 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:47:52 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:53:52 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 02:00:48 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 02:04:28 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 02:05:53 Remaining Questions for Modern Times 02:14:43 Thank You to Kieran and Remaining Thoughts 02:25:59 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/modern-times-1936-ft-kieran-b For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Modern Times, Charlie Chaplin, industrial satire, film history, silent film, cinematic techniques, Robert Duvall, film commentary, movie analysis, podcast, film legacy, humor in cinema, classic films, socio-economic commentary, rewatchability, audience reception, film analysis Ronny Duncan Studios

    2h 27m
  5. The General (1926) ft. Sarah Duncan

    FEB 18

    The General (1926) ft. Sarah Duncan

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Sarah Duncan (Sister of Tom, Daughter of Dana), discuss the silent action comedy, The General (1926) for its 99th anniversary: written and directed by Buster Keaton with Clyde Bruckman, Al Boasberg, and Charles Smith, cinematography by Devereaux Jennings and Bert Haines, music by William P. Perry, editing by Buster Keaton and Sherman Kell, starring Buster Keaton and Marion Mack. Plot Summary: The General is a silent comedy set during the American Civil War, starring Buster Keaton as Johnnie Gray, a devoted railroad engineer who cares more about his locomotive, called The General, than anything else. When Union spies steal his train, Johnnie sets off on a daring chase through enemy territory, using quick thinking, physical comedy, and sheer determination to get it back. Along the way, Johnnie also tries to prove his courage to his sweetheart Annabelle Lee, played by Marion Mack, after being rejected by the Confederate Army. Guest: Sarah Duncan - Sister of Tom, Daughter of Dana @thenomadicarchaeologist on IGPrevious Episodes: Zodiac, My Fair Lady, The Artist, Inglourious Basterds, The Great Dictator, Forrest Gump, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Knives Out, All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for The General 05:16 Welcome Back, Sarah Duncan 06:35 Relationship(s) with The General 13:08 Buster Keaton - Best Silent Era Action Star? 17:30 Plot Summary for The General 18:14 What is The General About? 21:27 Did You Know? 25:44 First Break 26:35 What's Happening with Sarah Duncan 27:21 Best Performance(s) 33:27 Best Scene(s) 38:34 Second Break 39:13 In Memoriam 41:29 Best/Funniest Lines 42:40 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 47:47 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 52:05 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 57:50 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:03:59 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:07:01 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:08:50 Remaining Questions for The General 01:11:51 Thank You to Sarah and Remaining Thoughts 01:16:18 Credits You can also catch this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/the-general-1926-ft-sarah-duncan For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: The General, Buster Keaton, silent film, comedy, Civil War, film history, cinematic techniques, legacy, film analysis, classic movies, trains, classic, impact, significance Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 17m
  6. Dracula (1931) ft. Sara Shea

    FEB 11

    Dracula (1931) ft. Sara Shea

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Sara Shea (Host and Creator of Shea Cinema; @sheacinema on X, IG), discuss the monster horror classic, Dracula (1931), for its 95th Anniversary: directed by Tod Browning, written by Garrett Fort, cinematography by Karl Freund, music by Phillip Glass, editing by Milton Carruth and Maurice Pivar, starring Bela Lugosi, Helen Chambers, David Manners, Dwight Frye, and Edward Van Sloan. Plot Summary: Dracula (1931) is a classic horror film about the mysterious Count Dracula, (Bela Lugosi), a vampire from Transylvania who travels to England in search of new victims. After a young man named Renfield (Dwight Frye) falls under Dracula’s control, the Count sets his sights on Mina Seward (Helen Chandler), slowly draining her life while charming everyone around her. As Mina grows weaker, her fiancé John Harker (David Manners) teams up with the wise and determined Professor Van Helsing (Edward Van Sloan), who realizes Dracula’s true nature. The film builds tension as Van Helsing uses knowledge and courage to confront the vampire and stop his reign of terror. Guest: Sara Shea Host and Creator of Shea Cinema; @sheacinema on X, IGPreviously 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) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Dracula 03:27 Welcome Back, Sara Shea 05:12 A Bygone Era of Film 09:38 Relationships with Dracula 13:53 Why Do We Celebrate the Original Monster Movies? 22:59 Plot Summary for Dracula 24:02 What is Dracula About? 28:48 Did You Know? 32:08 First Break 32:57 What's Up with Sara Shea? 35:52 Xmas Movie Exchange 42:53 Congratulations to the Newest Class of the National Film Registry 43:56 Best Performance(s) 55:05 Best Scene(s) 01:04:15 Second Break 01:04:55 In Memoriam 01:12:49 Best/Funniest Lines 01:14:10 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:19:20 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:26:15 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:30:03 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:35:06 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:40:02 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:43:24 Remaining Questions for Dracula 01:47:25 Thank You to Sara and Remaining Thoughts 01:55:26 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/dracula-1931-ft-sara-shea For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Dracula, horror film, Bela Lugosi, classic cinema, Victorian sexuality, Universal Monsters, film analysis, cinematography, character study, movie history, horror genre, iconic scenes, character analysis, legacy, impact, novelty, classicness, rewatchability, plot holes Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 57m
  7. Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) ft. Adam St. John

    FEB 4

    Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) ft. Adam St. John

    Dana and Tom with new guest, Adam St. John (Host and Creator of 1001 by 1) discuss the sci-fi horror classic, Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) for its 70th anniversary: directed by Don Siegel, written by Daniel Mainwaring, cinematography by Ellsworth Fredericks, music by Carmen Dragon, editing by Robert S. Eisen, starring Kevin McCarthy, Dana Wynter, King Donovan, and Carolyn Jones. Plot Summary: In a quiet California town, a local doctor discovers that residents are being replaced by alien duplicates—emotionless impostors grown from mysterious seed pods. As paranoia spreads and trust collapses, he races to warn the world before humanity itself is erased. Guest: Adam St. John Host and Creator of 1001 by 1Co-Host of Below FreezingFrequest Contributor to Best Picture CastProfessor of Theatre and Film at LSSUHost of the The Long Take: A Gathering of Cinephiles in Conversation Signup HereA Cinema Legacy Poll contributor Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Invasion of the Body Snatchers 04:17 Welcome Adam St. John 05:11 Being Introduced to a Classic 13:58 What's Most Terrifying in the Film? 17:02 Plot Summary for Invasion of the Body Snatchers 17:35 What is This Film About? 24:43 Did You Know? 35:17 First Break 36:07 What's Happening with Adam? 40:35 Best Performance(s) 47:28 Best Scene(s) 57:43 Second Break 58:30 Best/Funniest Lines 01:01:46 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 01:08:34 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 01:14:15 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 01:17:54 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 01:22:57 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:29:34 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:31:05 Remaining Questions for Invasion of the Body Snatchers 01:36:25 Thank You to Adam / Remaining Thoughts 01:44:25 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/invasion-of-the-body-snatchers-1956-ft-adam-st-john For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Invasion of the Body Snatchers, sci-fi horror, political commentary, social conformity, film analysis, classic cinema, character performances, cinematic techniques, audience reception, legacy, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, horror films, classic cinema, film analysis, pop culture, memorable moments, legacy, originality, timelessness, rewatchability Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 46m
  8. City Lights (1931)

    JAN 28

    City Lights (1931)

    Dana and Tom discuss the silent classic, City Lights (1931) for its 95th anniversary: written and directed by Charlie Chaplin, cinematography by Roland Totheroh and Gordon Pollock, music by Arthur Johnston and Alfred Newman, editing Charlie Chaplin and Willard Nico, starring Charlie Chaplin, Virginia Cherrill, Florence Lee, Harry Myers, Al Ernest Garcia, and Hank Mann. Plot Summary: City Lights, written, directed by, and starring Charlie Chaplin, is a silent romantic comedy about a kind-hearted Tramp who falls in love with a blind flower girl. When she mistakes him for a wealthy man, the Tramp goes to great lengths to help her, including befriending a troubled millionaire who only recognizes him when he is drunk. As the Tramp struggles with poverty and bad luck, his love for the flower girl pushes him toward quiet acts of sacrifice. The film blends slapstick humor with deep emotion, building to a famous final scene that reveals the Tramp’s true identity and captures Chaplin’s belief in compassion, dignity, and human connection. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for City Lights 05:07 Our Relationship(s) with City Lights 10:30 Why Does Chaplin Resonate So Much with Critics? 14:51 Plot Summary for City Lights 15:43 What is City Lights About? 19:05 Did You Know? 23:13 First Break 34:43 Best Performance(s) 36:59 Best Scene(s) 39:25 Second Break 40:10 In Memoriam 41:48 Best/Funniest Lines 42:50 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 46:12 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 50:45 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 53:58 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 58:11 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:00:30 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:02:50 Remaining Questions for City Lights 01:07:18 Remaining Thoughts 01:13:35 Credits You can also find this episode in full video on YouTube. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast). For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/city-lights-1931 For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: City Lights, Charlie Chaplin, silent film, romantic comedy, film analysis, movie review, cinematic legacy, film history, emotional storytelling, classic cinema Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 15m
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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
    325
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ronny Duncan Studios
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