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181 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -A podcast for people who LOVE movies. Filmmakers/best friends, Alex Withrow and Nick Dostal, do their part to keep film alive. Thanks for listening, and happy watching!
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125: Oppenheimer (2023) Commentary
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 3 hours - 125 MBTheory will get you only so far, so today, Alex is turning theory into a practical podcast commentary. Alex flies solo to fulfill his obsession with Christopher Nolan’s Best Picture-winning masterpiece, “Oppenheimer.” The detonators are charged, the martinis are made, and it is time to hear the music. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Listen to our Christopher Nolan episode here. Listen to our "Oppenheimer" review episode here. Listen to our "Oppenheimer" Update e...
124: Last Action Hero (1993)
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBSomething is rotten in the state of Denmark! Alex, Nick, and friend of the pod, Dan Bracey, ramble about John McTiernan’s cult classic, “Last Action Hero.” The guys discuss the film’s troubled production, which movie they would enter into, favorite McTiernan films, Arnold’s best roles, scene stealer Charles Dance, McTiernan’s stint in prison, the 21st President, “3 Ninjas,” “Irreversible,” and getting yelled at for watching “Wedding Crashers.” At the end of the episode, Alex recommends a ha...
123: 2024 Oscars Recap
March 13, 2024 21:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB“My eyes see...Oppenheimer!" Alex, Nick, and friend of the pod, Dan, react to the 96th Academy Awards moments after the show ended. The guys discuss their favorite speeches, the best presenters, Jimmy Kimmel’s performance, the “Poor Things” mini wave, John Cena’s on-ramp, Al Pacino’s bewilderment, “Oppenheimer” winning big, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
122: 2024 Oscar Predictions
March 06, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBIt’s the most wonderful time of year, and there’s a lot to cover as we lead to the 96th Academy Awards. As Alex and Nick break down every Oscar nomination, stray topics include an animated film Alex loves, a truly horrific documentary, Downey’s lack of humility, an extremely close Best Actress race, Kevin O’Connell as the GOAT sound mixer, the jackass of the awards season, a wide-open Adapted Screenplay category, “Anatomy of a Fall’s” chances, “Oppenheimer’s” potential win count, and so much...
121: Sleepers (1996)
February 22, 2024 10:00 - 2 hours - 94.1 MBThis is a podcast about “Sleepers” that runs deeper than blood. Alex and Nick discuss their favorite Barry Levinson film, “Sleepers.” Stray topics include the film’s quick pacing, childhood trauma, the timbre of Jason Patric’s voiceover, Robert De Niro as a good guy, Dustin Hoffman as a fumbling drunk, and Kevin Bacon as one of the vilest characters in movie history. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films...
120: Fixing the Best Picture Oscar
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 2 hours - 83.7 MBThe Oscars never should have touched Best Picture. In 2009, the Academy changed Best Picture from five nominees total, to five-to-10 nominees. If Best Picture had remained only five nominees, which five movies would have been nominated? And which film should have actually won Best Picture? Alex and Nick look at the Best Picture races from 2009-2023 and revise the Academy’s poor decisions. Stray topics include recent Oscar “snubs,” bad movie trailers, the idiocy of preferential voting, and st...
119: 2024 Oscar Nominations (Uncut)
January 23, 2024 22:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBNo Greta?! No Margot?! Is Lily Gladstone in the right category? Will Bradley Cooper ever win an Oscar? Thelma Schoonmaker makes history, "Oppenheimer" grabs 13, and an arthouse film gets major love. Alex and Nick (and Alex’s dad!) present a special uncut episode of their reactions to the 2024 Oscar nominations. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
118: Top 10 Films of 2023
January 22, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBThank god 2023 was a great year for film. As Alex and Nick list their favorite movies of the year, stray topics include “Barbenheimer” domination, Leo’s Oscar chances, Bella Baxter as an all-timer character, “Fair Play’s” sleeper success, and the little Christopher Nolan movie that could. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatch...
117: Michael Clayton (2007)
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 2 hours - 86.2 MBModern movies don’t get much better than Tony Gilroy’s “Michael Clayton.” Alex and Nick discuss the film’s perfectly constructed screenplay, ‘70s paranoid thrillers, George Clooney’s best work, exploding Ford Pintos, manic depression, meeting Denis O’Hare, Tilda Swinton, Sydney Pollack, ingenious editing, and so much more. This episode is in memory of the great actor, Tom Wilkinson, who passed away on Dec. 30, 2023. His role as Arthur Edens in this film will live forever. Follow @WAYW_Podc...
116: Favorite About-Face Films
January 09, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBWhy do we love movies we used to hate? Why do we dislike movies we used to love? Alex and Nick explore those questions as they list the movies they’ve changed their minds on the most. Stray topics include finding humor in horror, finding empathy in pain, weepy movies, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatchingpo...
115: Poor Things (2023) | Maestro (2023)
December 30, 2023 10:00 - 2 hours - 87.5 MBThis episode has a bit of everything: a spoiler-free review of Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things,” threats to The Academy, answers to some frequently asked mailbag questions, a spoiler-filled review of Bradley Cooper’s “Maestro,” and a breathtaking note from a fan. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
114: He Got Game (1998)
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBAlex and Nick break down their favorite Spike Lee joint, "He Got Game." The guys discuss the film’s all-timer setup, Aaron Copland’s powerful music, Denzel Washington’s best roles, Ray Allen as a debut actor, Milla Jovovich’s controversial role, great basketball scenes in film, the most awkward movie-going experience Alex ever had, the poetic finale, and so much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's film...
113: New 2023 Movie Reviews
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBIn this mixed-bag episode, Nick interviews Alex about a ton of new movies, including films from Ridley Scott, Todd Haynes, Eli Roth, and Alexander Payne. Later, Alex highlights recent 4K releases, describes seeing “Punch-Drunk Love” in Paris, and reexamines the work of Peter Weir. Nick makes a drastic update to his Top 10 of 2022, shares his thoughts on “Fair Play,” reviews a brand new movie Alex has not seen, and insults William Friedkin (again). Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagra...
112: No Country for Old Men (2007) Commentary
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 2 hours - 85.8 MBWhat’s the most you ever lost on a coin toss? Watch along with Alex and Nick as they discuss the Coen brothers’ modern classic, “No Country for Old Men.” Topics include: What the guys would do if they found $2 million, movies about process, favorite Coen brothers films, Javier Bardem’s hair, Cormac McCarthy’s source novel, the fate of Llewyn Moss, where Anton Chigur is in the motel room, the trippy ending, and much more.
111: The Killer (2023)
November 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBDavid Fincher’s new film, “The Killer,” is now on Netflix and it ROCKS. Alex and Nick give a spoiler-free review of the film, discuss masterful genre movies, films about process, the arc of Michael Fassbender’s career, favorite movie assassins, and much more. For What Are You Watching, both guys enthusiastically recommend new movies to check out. Listen to our David Fincher episode here. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.co...
110: David Fincher
November 02, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBNo one makes movies the way David Fincher does. Alex and Nick discuss Fincher’s obsessive filmmaking process, B-movies vs. sentimental films, “Alien³” being better than people remember, “Se7en” being better than ever, Fincher’s dry humor, “The Social Network” as a contender for Best Film of the Century, the most difficult film David Fincher ever made, and so much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's fil...
109: Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
October 26, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBAlex gives a spoiler-free review of the new Martin Scorsese Picture, “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Alex discusses the film’s source novel, the current long movie trend, psychopaths vs. sociopaths, DiCaprio, De Niro, and an all-timer performance from Lily Gladstone. Later, Alex lists the fastest movies over 200 minutes long, and recommends some new movies for What Are You Watching. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatchingpod...
108: Top 10 Films of 1998
October 20, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 107 MBThe Oscars may have screwed it all up, but 1998 was a great year for movies. Alex and Nick highlight their favorite films from 1998, stray topics include debut films, guilty pleasures, “Deep Impact” vs. “Armageddon,” a Coen brothers “bomb,” Nick Nolte’s killer year, David Mamet, the best war film ever made, and one of the worst Oscars in Academy history. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://...
M83 at the Shrine in Los Angeles
October 17, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBThe guys recount seeing Alex’s favorite band, M83, together at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on October 10, 2023. This is a random podcast episode to help preserve one of the most memorable nights of Alex’s life. Listen to Alex’s previous story about M83 here. Listen to the official audio of M83’s “Mirror” here. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
107: Thelma & Louise (1991)
October 05, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBAlex and Nick drive deep into the heart of podcasting to discuss their favorite Ridley Scott film, “Thelma & Louise.” The guys talk about the development of the film (four people were cast as Thelma & Louise before Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis!), Ridley Scott’s depiction of Americana, Hans Zimmer’s perfect score, Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen, the film’s wild Oscar stat, and Alex explains why Christopher McDonald as Darryl is the funniest performance he’s ever seen. Follow @WAYW_Podcast o...
106: The Funniest Movies We’ve Ever Seen
September 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBIt's a barrel full of laughs today as Alex and Nick break down the funniest movies they’ve ever seen. The guys discuss their Top 10 Comedies, finding humor in dead-serious dramas, the death of the American comedy, Christopher McDonald, offensive humor, the official favorite comedy of What Are You Watching, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mai...
Oppenheimer (2023) Update: A Timeline of Obsession
September 14, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBChristopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” is the film Alex has seen in the movie theater the most. Ever. In this spoiler-filled bonus episode, Alex describes his obsession with “Oppenheimer” to Nick, who listens with concern. This episode will spoil “Oppenheimer.” Listen to our first review of “Oppenheimer” here! Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd.
105: Ocean’s Twelve (2004) Commentary
August 31, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 87.9 MB“What are we stealing?” Alex and Nick have an absolute ball watching Steven Soderbergh’s irreverent masterpiece, “Ocean’s Twelve.” Stray topics include George Clooney’s star power, Brad Pitt’s eating, Tess as Julia Roberts, Matt Damon as a buffoon, the cinematography of Peter Andrews, and so much more. As the movie nears its conclusion, Alex attempts to explain the film’s convoluted plot, and how that may have turned audiences off. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterbox...
104: Remembering William Friedkin
August 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBAlex remembers the career of one of his favorite directors, the great William Friedkin, who died on Aug. 7, 2023 at 87 years old. Alex lists his Top 10 William Friedkin films, unloads tons of Friedkin trivia, and recalls how the director started following him on Twitter a decade ago. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatchingpo...
103: Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
August 11, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this loose hangout episode, Alex and friend of the pod, Dan, discuss their favorite movie together, Joe Dante’s “Gremlins 2: The New Batch.” The guys talk about movie sequels, watching Joe Dante movies high, Dick Miller, Rick Baker’s practical effects, embracing cult classic B-movies, Robert Prosky, and much more. Throughout the episode, the guys have extended conversations about many Joe Dante classics, including "The Howling," “Explorers,” “Matinee,” “Small Soldiers,” and “Looney Tunes:...
102: Oppenheimer (2023)
July 27, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBAll hail, Barbenheimer! Alex and Nick break down how Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” and Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” came to dominate pop culture. The guys give a spoiler-free review of “Oppenheimer,” before Alex shares his thoughts on “Barbie.” Related topics include practical effects, updated Nolan rankings, and Alex describes the “Oppenheimer” screening from hell. Somewhat-related tangents include noticeable CGI in “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1,” Nick’s review of “John Wick 4...
101: Christopher Nolan
July 20, 2023 09:00 - 3 hours - 151 MBWith “Oppenheimer” hitting theaters today, Alex and Nick take a look at Christopher Nolan’s entire career. The guys discuss the props in “Following,” the structure of “Memento,” the editing of “Insomnia,” creative exposition in “Batman Begins”, twists in “The Prestige,” the questionable love triangle in “The Dark Knight,” and watching “Inception” on a plane. Shots are taken at “The Dark Knight Rises,” a balanced debate is had on “Interstellar,” “Dunkirk” is dissected, and Alex has an about-...
100: Taxi Driver (1976)
July 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBThree years of podcasting and 100 core episodes have led to this — a deep dive on Alex’s favorite movie of all time, Martin Scorsese’s “Taxi Driver.” Nick and Alex discuss what Scorsese, Robert De Niro, and Paul Schrader each brought to the film, Travis Bickle’s unreliable backstory, Bernard Herrmann’s score, repurposing plot points from John Ford’s “The Searchers,” and how a simple shot of Travis Bickle talking on a payphone completely changed how Alex and Nick look at movies. HERE IS… Foll...
99: Martin Scorsese
June 29, 2023 09:00 - 3 hours - 127 MBThree hours of Marty. All the movies, all the collaborators, all the stories. Stray topics include 4K set-ups, praise for "New York, New York," a shared obsession with “Casino,” Joe Pesci, Thelma Schoonmaker, Alex's favorite movie opening, and so much more. In the middle of the episode, Alex and Nick argue about the biggest movie disagreement they’ve ever had. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at ht...
TV Minisode: Succession Series Finale
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBAlex and special guest, Kat Dame (‘Two Mics, One Kat’®), break down the series finale of HBO’s “Succession.” The two discuss standout scenes from the show, all their favorite characters, predictions for each actor’s career, Brian Cox’s hilarious interviews, Jeremy Strong’s process, and much more. Later, in a rapid-fire What Are You Watching segment, they quickly review a ton of new TV shows and movies, and talk some shit about the Oscars. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Le...
98: Top 10 Favorite Movie Directors
June 15, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 89.2 MBAlex and Nick list their favorite film directors of all time and pick three movies from each filmmaker to represent their work. Stray topics include: Context for the “Everybody Wants Some!!” episode, accidentally getting drunk during a commentary, and putting in the work to fight depression. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex’s film “I Am Alive” on Vimeo Watch Nick’s film “There I Go” on Vimeo Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatchingpodcast@gmai...
97: The Deer Hunter (1978)
June 01, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB“The Deer Hunter” is the only movie Alex and Nick share in their top 10 films of all time. In this episode, the guys discuss Michael Cimino, blue-collar towns, the wedding scene, post-Vietnam America, responding to active trauma, fractured masculinity, Vilmos Zsigmond, De Niro, Walken, Cazale, Streep, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag ...
96: Malcolm X (1992)
May 19, 2023 08:00 - 2 hours - 87.9 MBHAPPY BIRTHDAY MALCOLM X! Spike Lee’s “Malcolm X” is one of the best, most influential films Alex has ever seen. Nick finally watched the film and was in awe. In this episode, the guys discuss good vs. bad biopics, the beauty of 4K home media, poor public school education, racial violence in America, the 1992 Oscars (lol), Delroy Lindo, Angela Basset, and how Denzel Washington delivered one of the most miraculous performances in cinema history. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram a...
95: Montgomery Clift
May 04, 2023 09:00 - 3 hours - 132 MBIn this supersized episode, Alex and Nick break down the full career of Alex’s favorite actor of all time, Montgomery Clift. Seventeen roles, four Oscar nominations, and a lifetime of Hollywood infamy. Our previous podcast episode on "A Place in the Sun" (featuring Alex’s dad) is here. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatchin...
94: Back to the Future Trilogy (1985-1990)
April 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBSpecial guest, Dan Bracey, is back to discuss his favorite film of all time, “Back to the Future.” As Alex, Nick, and Dan dive into each film in the “Back to the Future” trilogy, topics include Dan’s obsession with Crispin Glover, Thomas F. Wilson’s role(s), Marty/Doc chemistry, time travel, sticking up for “Part III,” watching the trilogy on edibles, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films ...
93: Point Break (1991) Commentary
April 06, 2023 09:00 - 2 hours - 85.4 MBIf you want the ultimate, you've got to be willing to pay the ultimate price. Watch along with Alex and Nick as they discuss their favorite action film of all time, Kathryn Bigelow’s “Point Break.” Keanu, Swayze, Busey, all-timer chase scenes, classic one-liners, astounding action set pieces – this episode is by fans, for fans. Little hand says it's time to rock and roll. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's ...
92: John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023)
March 28, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBAlex discusses fainting during “John Wick: Chapter 4,” efficient emergency room visits, Keanu Reeves at the top of his game, Lance Reddick, Ian McShane, and all the best action scenes from the entire “John Wick” franchise. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
91: Scream VI (2023)
March 17, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBAlex and Nick are joined by their friend Dan to give a spoiler-free review of “Scream VI,” directly after seeing it in the theater together. Later, the guys discuss their favorite moments from the “Scream” franchise including favorite scenes, characters, killer reveals, exposition dumps, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at w...
90: 2023 Oscars Recap
March 14, 2023 00:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBAlex and Nick react to the 95th annual Academy Awards. Recorded just minutes after the live telecast ended, the guys talk about all of the big winners, the “All Quiet” wave, “Everything Everywhere” dominance, "Elvis" losing out, Brendan fuckin’ Fraser, Hugh Grant as an all-timer presenter, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at...
89: 2023 Oscar Picks
March 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBAlex and Nick break down every category for the upcoming Oscars. Narratives include: Can anything beat “Everything Everywhere All At Once”?, Cate Blanchett vs. Michelle Yeoh (vs. Instagram), Austin Butler vs. Brendan Fraser, Angela Bassett vs. Jamie Lee Curtis, a potential “Elvis” wave, and so much more. Who will win, who should win, let’s go! Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nichol...
Creed III (2023)
March 07, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBAlex reviews Michael B. Jordan’s “Creed III." Later, he breaks down every boxing scene in the “Creed” franchise, discusses “Raging Bull’s” impact on the boxing genre, and lists the most realistic boxing scenes in movies. Nick is here too. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
Remembering Tom Sizemore
March 05, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBAlex pays tribute to veteran character actor, Tom Sizemore, who passed away on March 3, 2023, at 61 years old. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
88: Magic Mike’s Last Dance (2023)
March 02, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBAs Alex and Nick suit up for "Magic Mike’s Last Dance," the guys discuss Steven Soderbergh, the "Magic Mike" trilogy, Channing Tatum, Selma Hayek, Peter Andrews, hidden Soderbergh films, and "Cocaine Bear." Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at [email protected]
87: There Will Be Blood (2007) Commentary
February 14, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBGet liquored up with us and take ‘em to the Peach Tree dance. Watch along with Alex and Nick as they discuss Paul Thomas Anderson’s masterpiece “There Will Be Blood.” Daniel Day-Lewis, PTA, Jonny Greenwood’s score, all-timer cinematography, troubling collaborations, economic language - this pod is an ocean of information, pipelined directly to you. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nic...
86: A Place in the Sun (1951) with Alex's Dad
February 02, 2023 10:00 - 2 hours - 83.1 MBAlex’s dad, Mark, joins Alex and Nick to talk about George Stevens’ American classic, "A Place in the Sun." They discuss risqué subject material in classic films, the full-body acting of Montgomery Clift, the inner and outer beauty of Elizabeth Taylor, the fire of Shelley Winters, gorgeous close-ups, class structure in ‘50s America, $35 tweed suits, and so much more. This is an all-timer episode. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexw...
86: A Place in the Sun (1951)
February 02, 2023 10:00 - 2 hours - 83.1 MBAlex’s dad, Mark, joins Alex and Nick to talk about George Stevens’ American classic, "A Place in the Sun." They discuss risqué subject material in classic films, the full-body acting of Montgomery Clift, the inner and outer beauty of Elizabeth Taylor, the fire of Shelley Winters, gorgeous close-ups, class structure in ‘50s America, $35 tweed suits, and so much more. This is an all-timer episode. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexw...
85: 2023 Oscar Nominations
January 25, 2023 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.8 MBAs Alex and Nick break down every Oscar category, stray topics include a three-way Best Actor race, unexpected Best Actress choices, Andrea Riseborough’s brilliant campaign, the sudden surge of “All Quiet on the Western Front,” a shocking Best Cinematography category, and “My Year of Dicks.” Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouw...
84: Top 10 Films of 2022
January 23, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBThis episode is bones and all. Alex and Nick discuss their favorite films from the wildly diverse movie year that was 2022. Topics include “Deep Water” headlines, Austin Butler’s voice, polarizing takes on “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” blockbusters that rocked, tiny indie movies that hit, and so much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag que...
83: Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
January 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBNever doubt Big Jim! Alex and Nick start the episode by sharing their surprise praise for James Cameron’s “Avatar: The Way of Water.” The last hour of the pod is dedicated to Big Jim himself – all the films, common themes in his work, Sigourney Weaver, Bill Paxton, “Titanic” monoculture, and much more! Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Send us mailbag questions at whatareyouwatch...
82: Babylon (2022)
January 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBAlex and Nick discuss a new film they both love that no one is talking about, Damien Chazelle’s big swing, "Babylon." The guys talk Chazelle’s career, the culture turning on prestige films, a never-better Margot Robbie, the parallels between "Babylon" and "Irréversible," and much more. In the middle of the episode, Alex invites a lunatic to call into the show and share his opinion on "Babylon." Hold on tight for this one. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram. Watch Alex's films at h...