Heat (1995) ft. Ralph Esparza

Dana and Tom with Betsy and Trent (co-hosts and creators of Never Seen It podcast) discuss Promising Young Woman (2020) for its 5th Anniversary: written and directed by Emerald Fennell, cinematography by Benjamin Kracun, music by Anthony Willis, editing by Frederick Thoraval, starring Carey Mulligan, Bo Burnham, Alison Brie, Clancy Brown, and Jennifer Coolidge.Plot Summary: Promising Young Woman is a darkly clever thriller written and directed by Emerald Fennell. The film stars Carey Mulligan as Cassie Thomas, a woman whose life was derailed after a tragedy involving her best friend, Nina. By day, Cassie works in a coffee shop and seems aimless. But at night, she secretly confronts men who try to take advantage of women who appear drunk—forcing them to face their actions.When Cassie reconnects with an old classmate, Ryan (Bo Burnham), she begins to hope for a normal life again. However, as she seeks justice for Nina, Cassie’s plan takes a shocking and emotional turn.Guest:Betsy and TrentNever Seen It podcast (@neverseenit_pod on Twitter and Letterboxd, @neverseenitpod1 on IG, @neverseenit on TikTok, patreon.com/neverseenitpodPreviously on the 2024 Post Oscars Reaction Show, All the President's Men (1976) RevisitChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Promising Young Woman02:38 Welcome Back Betsy and Trent06:03 Initial Thoughts on Promising Young Woman09:34 After 5 Years, Do We Still Feel the Same About PYW?15:29 Picking Through the Ending20:48 Top Revenge Fantasy Movies25:40 What is the Legal Case at the End of the Film?40:14 Plot Summary for Promising Young Woman41:02 What is Promising Young Woman About?51:56 Did You Know?59:43 First Break01:02:13 What's Happening with Betsy and Trent?01:10:36 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #2-101:30:03 Thank You to Everyone01:31:06 Best Performance(s)01:43:35 Best Scene(s)02:00:24 Second Break02:01:04 In Memoriam02:09:40 Best/Funniest Lines02:12:48 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy02:22:00 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance02:28:03 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty02:37:53 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness02:47:30 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability02:55:21 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total02:56:55 Remaining Questions for Promising Young Woman03:03:23 Thank You to Betsy and Trent, Remaining Thoughts03:09:37 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or <a...

Dana and Tom with Jen Han and Sarah Callen (Hosts of Movies and Us&nbsp;podcast) discuss Raging Bull (1980) for its 45th anniversary: directed by Martin Scorsese, written by Paul Schrader and Mardik Martin, cinematography by Michael Chapman, editing by Thelma Schoonmaker, music by Jim Henrikson, starring Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, Cathy Moriarty, and Frank Vincent.Plot Summary: Raging Bull is a biographical drama about boxer Jake LaMotta, played by Robert De Niro. The film follows Jake’s rise in the ring during the 1940s and 1950s, showing his intense drive to win and his struggle to control his anger. His brother and manager, Joey LaMotta, played by Joe Pesci, tries to keep Jake focused, but their relationship becomes strained as Jake’s temper grows.Outside the ring, Jake’s jealousy and insecurity hurt the people closest to him, especially his wife Vickie, played by Cathy Moriarty. As Jake’s behavior pushes others away, he begins to lose everything he worked for. The movie shows how his personal battles become just as destructive as the fights in the boxing ring, leaving him to face the consequences of his actions.Guests:Jen Han and Sarah CallenHosts of Movies and Us&nbsp;podcast@moviesanduspod on IG, TikTok, YouTubeOn MediumPreviously on The Maltese FalconChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Raging Bull03:13 Welcome Back, Jen and Sarah04:40 Why Are We Discussing Raging Bull?05:59 Why Is Raging Bull A Great Movie? (aka I Feel Like I'm Taking Crazy Pills)20:14 Relationship(s) with Raging Bull24:05 Plot Summary for Raging Bull25:12 What is Raging Bull About?28:34 Did You Know?33:18 First Break34:07 What's Happening with Jen and Sarah?35:42 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #5-344:41 Best Performance(s)58:11 Best Scene(s)01:11:49 Second Break01:13:05 In Memoriam01:14:24 Best/Funniest Lines01:16:37 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:21:06 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:26:18 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:32:08 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:40:21 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:44:51 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:46:55 Remaining Questions for Raging Bull01:49:19 Thank You to Jen and Sarah - Final Thoughts01:57:36 CreditsYou 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: <a href="https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/raging-bull-1980-ft-jen-and-sarah" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Dana and Tom with returning guest, Ralph Esparza, discuss the neo-noir crime thriller, Heat (1995) for its 30th anniversary: written and directed by Michael Mann, cinematography by Dante Spinotti, music by Elliott Goldenthal, editing by Dov Hoenig, Pasquale Buba, William Goldenberg, and Tom Rolf, starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Val Kilmer, Ashley Judd, Tom Sizemore, Dennis Haysbert, and Danny Trejo.Plot Summary: Heat is a crime thriller that stars Al Pacino as Lt. Vincent Hanna, a dedicated Los Angeles police detective, and Robert De Niro as Neil McCauley, a highly skilled professional thief. Both men are the best at what they do, and their lives begin to collide as McCauley’s crew plans a major bank robbery.McCauley leads a disciplined team that includes characters played by Val Kilmer and Tom Sizemore. They try to stay ahead of the law while preparing for one last big score. Hanna, who is obsessed with catching them, struggles to balance his dangerous job with his strained home life. When the final robbery goes wrong, it leads to a dramatic chase through the streets of Los Angeles.Guest:Ralph Esparza&nbsp;(Film Producer)Credited on Tollbooth, Mad House, Killer Date, An Occasional Hell, and One Degree Celcius@ralph_esparza on IGPreviously on Magnolia (1999), Jaws (1975) Re-RevisitChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Heat04:02 Welcome Back, Ralph Esparza04:39 Why Are We Discussing Heat?05:35 Dana's First Impressions15:10 Why Does Heat Have Such a Cult Following?20:13 Plot Summary for Heat26:50 De Niro and Pacino - Two of the Greatest?33:53 Did You Know?37:01 First Break37:45 What's Happening with Ralph?38:34 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #10-657:50 Best Performance(s)01:09:28 Best Scene(s)01:16:28 Second Break01:17:05 Upcoming GMOAT LIVE Episodes on YouTube01:22:12 In Memoriam01:27:38 Best/Funniest Lines01:32:52 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:38:18 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:41:26 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:48:57 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:53:45 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:56:53 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:58:21 Remaining Questions for Heat02:04:37 Thank You To Ralph and Remaining Thoughts02:14:17 CreditsYou 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/heat-1995-ft-ralph-esparzaFor the entire rankings list so far, go to: <a href="https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Dana and Tom with returning guest, Klarissa B. (Host and Creator - I've Seen That One (IG)) revisit Psycho (1960): directed by Alfred Hitchcock, written by Joseph Stefano, score by Bernard Herrmann, cinematography by John L. Russell, editing by Geroge Tomasini, starring Anthony Perkins, Vera Miles, John Gavin, Martin Balsam, and Janet Leigh.Plot Summary: Psycho begins with Marion Crane (Janet Leigh), a young woman who steals a large sum of money from her job in the hope of starting a new life. While driving to see her boyfriend in another state, she becomes tired and stops for the night at a small, lonely motel run by a quiet, awkward young man named Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins).Norman lives in the shadow of his mysterious and controlling mother, who he says stays in the old house behind the motel. Later that night, Marion is brutally murdered.When Marion doesn’t return home, her sister Lila (Vera Miles), and Marion’s boyfriend Sam (John Gavin), begin searching for her. A private detective named Arbogast (Martin Balsam), also investigates and grows suspicious of Norman’s strange behavior.Guest:Klarissa B.Host and Creator - I've Seen That One (IG)Previously on Roman Holiday (1953) Revisit, Jaws (1975) Re-RevisitChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Psycho06:44 Welcome Back, Klarissa B.07:30 Where is Psycho Among All-Time Hitchcock Films?09:48 Why is Psycho So Influential?17:57 Relationship(s) with Psycho23:04 Plot Summary for Psycho24:05 What is Psycho About?30:06 Was the Exposition Epilogue Necessary?39:03 Did You Know?43:09 First Break43:59 What's Happening with Klarissa B.46:39 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #15-1158:39 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:03:46 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:12:55 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:14:04 Second Break01:14:44 In Memoriam01:15:54 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:21:51 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:26:36 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:28:52 GMOAT Merch Store?01:29:47 Remaining Questions for Psycho01:32:31 Thank You to Klarissa and Remaining Thoughts01:39:50 CreditsYou 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 original episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/psycho-1960For more on the episode, go to: <a...

Dana and Tom with 5x Club member, Kieran B. (Host and Creator of the Best Picture Cast), discuss the Best Picture winner of 1945 - The Lost Weekend: written and directed by Billy Wilder with Charles Brackett, cinematography by John F. Seitz, music by Miklos Rozsa, editing by Doane Harrison, starring Ray Milland, Jane Wyman, and Phillip Terry.Plot Summary: The Lost Weekend follows Don Birnam (Ray Milland), a struggling writer whose life is slipping away because of alcoholism. The film takes place over one long, destructive weekend in New York City, as Don tries—and repeatedly fails—to break free from his addiction.His brother Wick (Phillip Terry) wants to help Don get sober, but Don keeps finding ways to drink again. The one steady supporter in his life is his girlfriend Helen St. James, played by Jane Wyman, who refuses to give up on him even as his behavior becomes more desperate.As Don wanders the city searching for alcohol, the film shows his downward spiral with unflinching honesty—highlighted by Milland’s powerful, Oscar-winning performance. The story builds toward a moment of truth where Don has to decide whether he’ll keep drinking or finally confront what’s destroying him.Guest:Kieran B (15x Member Club)Host and Creator of the Best Picture Cast; @bestpicturecast on X, IG, Letterboxd&nbsp;- BPC, Personal Letterboxd&nbsp;Previous Episodes (16x): 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,&nbsp;12 Angry Men (1957) Revisit, The Shawshank Redemption (1994) Revisit, Saw (2004), <a href="https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/up-in-the-air-2009-ft-kieran-b-and-peterson-w-hill" rel="noopener...

Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Sara Shea (Host and Creator of Shea Cinema), discuss the Best Picture winner of 1975, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: directed by Milos Forman, written by Lawrence Hauben and Bo Goldman, cinematography by Haskell Wexler, music by Jack Nitzschke, edited by Richard Chew, Lynzee Klingman, and Sheldon Kahn, starring Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Danny Devito, and Christopher Lloyd.Plot Summary: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is a powerful drama directed by Miloš Forman, based on the novel by Ken Kesey. The film stars Jack Nicholson as Randle P. McMurphy, a rebellious man who fakes insanity to avoid prison and is sent to a mental institution. There, he clashes with Nurse Ratched (Louise Fletcher) whose strict control over the patients crushes their spirits. McMurphy’s defiance inspires the other men, including the quiet and gentle Chief Bromden (Will Sampson), to rediscover their sense of freedom and individuality. The movie explores themes of authority, conformity, and the human spirit, ultimately showing the cost of resisting oppressive systems.Guest:Sara SheaHost 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)Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest04:42 Welcome Back, Sara Shea!08:23 Mental Health - Then and Now23:57 Relationship(s) with Cuckoo's Nest32:25 Plot Summary for Cuckoo's Nest33:20 What is One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest About?39:44 Did You Know?45:46 First Break46:32 What's Happening with Sara Shea?50:25 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #25-2101:05:44 Best Performance(s)01:31:09 Best Scene(s)01:38:08 Second Break01:38:48 In Memoriam01:39:13 Best/Funniest Lines01:41:04 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:50:36 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:55:14 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty02:02:57 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness02:11:51 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability02:19:23 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total02:21:02 Remaining Questions for Cuckoo's Nest02:27:16 Thank You to Sara and Remaining Thoughts02:35:35 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or...

Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Christine Duncan, and Adam Freed (Managing Editor and Senior Film Critic at (MovieArcher.com)) discuss The American President (1995) for its 30th Anniversary: directed by Rob Reiner, written by Aaron Sorkin, cinematography by John Seale, music by Marc Shaiman, editing by Robert Leighton, starring Michael Douglas, Annette Bening, Martin Sheen, Michael J. Fox, and Richard Dreyfuss.Plot Summary: President Andrew Shepherd (Michael Douglas) is a widowed, popular U.S. president preparing for re-election. His life changes when he meets Sydney Ellen Wade (Annette Bening), a passionate environmental lobbyist. Their romance quickly blossoms, but it also sparks political controversy as the media and his rival, Senator Bob Rumson (Richard Dreyfuss), question his judgment and character.As public pressure grows, Shepherd must choose between protecting his political career or following his heart. With the help of his loyal Chief of Staff A.J. MacInerney (Martin Sheen) and adviser Lewis Rothschild (Michael J. Fox), he learns that true leadership means standing up for what’s right — even when it’s unpopular.Guests:Christine Duncan&nbsp;- Wife of Dana and Mother of Tom17x guest: Pretty Woman, Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally, There's Something About Mary, My Fair Lady, Pillow Talk, The Odd Couple, Bringing Up Baby, A Few Good Men - Revisit, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Top Gun, Dial M for Murder,&nbsp;Anatomy of a Murder, Gone Girl, Roman Holiday Revisit, The Apartment, Men of...

Dana and Tom with 16x guest, Christine Duncan (mom of Tom and wife of Dana) discuss Men of Honor (2000) celebrating its 25th anniversary: directed by George Tillman, Jr., written by Scott Marshall Smith, cinematography by Anthony B. Richmond, music by Mark Isham, edited by John Carter and Dirk Westervelt, starring Robert De Niro, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Charlize Theron, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Hal Holbrook.Plot Summary: Men of Honor is an inspiring drama based on the true story of Carl Brashear, the first African American master diver in the U.S. Navy. Played by Cuba Gooding Jr., Brashear faces racism, physical hardship, and personal sacrifice as he fights to achieve his dream. His toughest challenge comes from his commanding officer, Master Chief Billy Sunday (played by Robert De Niro), a tough and skeptical veteran diver. Over time, the two men develop a deep mutual respect. Men of Honor is a story about courage, determination, and breaking barriers against all odds.Guest:Christine Duncan&nbsp;- Wife of Dana and Mother of Tom16x guest: Pretty Woman, Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally, There's Something About Mary, My Fair Lady, Pillow Talk, The Odd Couple, Bringing Up Baby, A Few Good Men - Revisit, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Top Gun, Dial M for Murder,&nbsp;Anatomy of a Murder, Gone Girl, Roman Holiday Revisit, The ApartmentChapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Men of Honor02:54 Welcome Back, Christine Duncan03:45 Why Are We Discussing Men of Honor?06:13 Analysis of Biopics08:33 Relationship(s) to...

Dana and Tom with returning guest, Heather Stewart (The Revisionist Almanac's Senior European Correspondent) discuss Requiem for a Dream (2000) celebrating its 25th Anniversary: written and directed by Darren Aronofsky with Hubert Selby, Jr., cinematography by Matthew Libatique, music by Clint Mansell, editing by Jay Rabinowitz, starring Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, and Marlon Wayans.Plot Summary: In Requiem for a Dream, four residents of Coney Island chase transformative dreams at any cost. Sara Goldfarb (Ellen Burstyn), a lonely widow, becomes obsessed with appearing on her favorite TV game show and resorts to prescription diet pills. Her son Harry (Jared Leto), his girlfriend Marion (Jennifer Connelly), and best friend Tyrone (Marlon Wayans) envision striking it rich as drug dealers, fueling their ambitions with heroin and amphetamines. As each character’s dependency deepens, their utopian visions shatter, plunging them into a harrowing spiral of addiction and despair.Guest:Heather StewartThe Revisionist Almanac's Senior European Correspondent@heatherjstewart on IG, X, LetterboxdPreviously on Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979)Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for Requiem for a Dream03:13 Welcome Back, Heather Stewart04:29 Heather's New Role06:37 A CLP Thank You to Heather and General Discussion16:25 The Quintessential Bottoming Out Movie20:11 First Impressions of Requiem29:27 Plot Summary for Requiem for a Dream30:22 What is Requiem for a Dream About?42:35 Did You Know?46:34 First Break48:34 What's Up with Heather Stewart?54:32 CLP Rankings - #50-4101:09:29 Best Performance(s)01:22:40 Best Scene(s)01:32:55 Second Break01:33:33 In Memoriam01:34:33 Best Lines01:37:26 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:45:49 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:50:18 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:56:43 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness02:01:20 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability02:07:44 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total02:11:50 Remaining Questions for Requiem02:19:59 Thank You to Heather and Remaining Thoughts02:21:49 CreditsYou 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/requiem-for-a-dream-2000-ft-heather-stewartFor the entire rankings list so far, go to: <a href="https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-list" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Dana and Tom with Jaylan Salah Salman (film critic, author and poet, podcaster) discuss All About Eve (1950): written and directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, cinematography by Milton Krasner, music by Alfred Newman, starring Bette Davis, Anne Baxter, George Sanders, Celeste Holm, Hugh Marlowe, and Thelma Ritter.Plot Summary: All About Eve is a classic drama about ambition, fame, and betrayal in the world of theater. The film stars Bette Davis as Margo Channing, a talented but aging Broadway star who begins to feel threatened by a young admirer named Eve Harrington, played by Anne Baxter.Eve appears at first to be a devoted fan, eager to help Margo with her career. Margo takes pity on her and hires her as an assistant. But over time, Margo and her friends—including her playwright friend Lloyd Richards (Hugh Marlowe), his wife Karen (Celeste Holm), and theater critic Addison DeWitt (George Sanders)—realize that Eve has bigger ambitions. She wants Margo’s fame, her friends, and even her roles on stage.As Eve schemes her way to the top, Margo must face her own insecurities about aging and love, especially with her younger boyfriend Bill Sampson (Gary Merrill). The story becomes a battle of wits and emotions, showing how ruthless ambition can destroy friendships and reputations.Guest:Jaylan Salah SalmanFilm CriticAuthor and Poet on Amazon@jaylansalman on IG,&nbsp;Letterboxd, @jaylan_salah on TwitterPodcaster - The Jay Days (@jaylansalahsalman) on YouTubePreviously on Joker (2019), Saw (2004)Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background for All About Eve05:31 Welcome Back Jaylan Salman07:20 Why All About Eve?09:27 The Year 1950 at the Oscars13:29 Plot Summary for All About Eve14:56 What is All About Eve About?21:11 Baxter, Davis, or Swanson?29:37 Did You Know?35:44 First Break36:26 What's Up with Jaylan Salman37:16 The Cinema Legacy Poll Rankings - #59-5153:49 New Listeners in New Countries54:43 Best Performance(s)01:10:29 Best Scene(s)01:18:25 Second Break01:19:04 In Memoriam01:27:20 Best/Funniest Lines01:31:09 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:37:38 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Signficance01:42:50 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:45:58 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:49:29 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:53:00 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:54:45 Remaining Questions for All About Eve01:58:00 Thank You to Jaylan and Remaining Thoughts02:05:26 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, <a href="https://youtube.com/@gmoatpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer"