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. Ace in the Hole (1951)

    3d ago

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

    6d ago

    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
  3. History of the World: Part I (1981) ft. Sarah Duncan

    Jun 10

    History of the World: Part I (1981) ft. Sarah Duncan

    Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Sarah Duncan, discuss the comedy, History of the World: Part I (1981) for its 45th anniversary: written and directed by Mel Brooks, cinematography by Woody Omens, music by John Morris, editing by John C. Howard, starring Mel Brooks, Dom DeLuise, Madeline Kahn, Harvey Korman, and Cloris Leachman. Plot Summary: History of the World, Part I is a wild comedy that makes fun of famous moments in world history. Mel Brooks plays several different characters as the movie jumps from the Stone Age to the Roman Empire and the French Revolution. Through songs, jokes, and ridiculous situations, the movie pokes fun at politics, religion, and human behavior. Its fast-moving style and silly humor have made it a cult comedy favorite. 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), The General Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for History of the World, Part I 04:01 Welcome Back, Sarah Duncan 06:09 Relationship(s) with History of the World 08:39 How Has History of the World's Comedy Aged? 13:48 The Borscht Belt 16:43 Why There is No One Else Like Mel Brooks 23:44 Plot Summary for History of the World 24:27 What is History of the World About? 29:05 Did You Know? 32:11 First Break 32:54 What's Happening with Sarah Duncan? 33:18 Best Performance(s) 38:09 Best Scene(s) 42:11 Second Break 43:10 In Memoriam 43:42 Best/Funniest Lines 46:23 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy 49:37 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance 52:19 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty 55:34 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness 58:59 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability 01:01:54 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total 01:03:03 Thank You to Sarah and Remaining Thoughts 01:12:00 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/history-of-the-world-part-i-1981-ft-sarah-duncan For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list Keywords: Mel Brooks, History of the World Part 1, comedy, film legacy, behind the scenes, classic movies, satire, film analysis Ronny Duncan Studios

    1h 13m
  4. The Rock (1996) ft. Jesse Sertle

    Jun 3

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

    May 31

    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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
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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
    350
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Ronny Duncan Studios
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