What Was That About?

Elliot Peters
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Film Reviews

Part-time screenwriter and full-time movie fan Elliot Peters dissects a movie every other week, and asks the question: "What Was That About?"

  1. Sep 8

    Testing My Movie Knowledge - What Was That About?

    Send a Message to Elliot Today we’re putting my film buff knowledge to the test, with some games and quizzes that are sure to have me questioning my status as a so-called expert. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  2. Aug 18

    What Was 'Jaws' About?

    Send a Message to Elliot Today we’re talking about the original summer blockbuster— a movie that changed the game for popular cinema the world over— it’s Jaws! You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  3. Aug 4

    What Was 'Spider-Man 2' About?

    Send a Message to Elliot Today we’re talking about the most critically acclaimed depiction of the world’s most beloved fictional character— it’s Spider-Man 2! You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  4. Jul 14

    What Is Christopher Nolan About?

    Send a Message to Elliot This week we’re talking about the filmography of one of the 21st century’s most popular and influential movie directors— it’s Christopher Nolan. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  5. Jul 8

    The Mid-Year Movie Roundup (2026) - What Was That About?

    Send a Message to Elliot We’re officially halfway through the year, so it’s time to look at the new releases of 2026— what’s come out so far, and which upcoming releases we have to look forward to next... Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  6. Jun 30

    What Was 'Superman' About?

    Send a Message to Elliot This week we’re talking about the first big-budget superhero major motion picture, it’s Superman: The Movie. You can expect a quick plot refresher, a couple deep dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  7. Jun 16

    What Was 'Toy Story' About?

    Send a Message to Elliot This week we’re talking about a 90s family comedy, and the first fully computer animated feature film. It’s Toy Story! You can expect a quick plot refresher, a couple deep dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

  8. Jun 9

    What Was 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' About?

    Send a Message to Elliot This week we’re talking about a groundbreaking science fiction film from 1977 by master director Steven Spielberg. It’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind! You can expect a quick plot refresher, a couple deep dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About? Support the show Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/ Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/ Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast Subscribe to my Substack: https://elliotnoelpeters.substack.com

See All (15)

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Part-time screenwriter and full-time movie fan Elliot Peters dissects a movie every other week, and asks the question: "What Was That About?"

Information

  • Creator
    Elliot Peters
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 What Was That About?
  • Show Website
    What Was That About?