Movie Reviews—1950s-1990s Episodes

HAPPY 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 and L...

Special 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 at h...

Alex’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://alexwithr...

"Three Colors: Blue" (starring Juliette Binoche), "Three Colors: White" (starring Julie Delpy), and "Three Colors: Red" (starring Irène Jacob) are three of the best films released in the 1990s. Polish filmmaker, Krzysztof Kieślowski, made this groundbreaking trilogy that should be seen by any fan of cinema. Alex and Nick spend 90 minutes trying to convince you why. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.ni...

Henry Hill was Ray Liotta’s best performance, and to honor that great actor, Alex and Nick dive deep into Martin Scorsese’s classic picture, “Goodfellas.” The guys discuss the film’s iconic use of voiceover, its shocking opening scene, paintings of dogs, French New Wave influences, Oscar stupidity, and all their favorite scenes with Liotta, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco, Paul Sorvino, and more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.c...

Nick and Alex spend 100 minutes talking about the definitive crime thriller of their lifetimes, Michael Mann’s masterpiece, “Heat.” Pacino vs. De Niro, shoot-outs, bank heists, curious LA timelines, the plight of Dennis Haysbert, the terror of Kevin Gage, the obsession of Michael Mann – it's all here. 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 whatareyouwatchingpod...

In honor of “Scream 5,” Alex and Nick break down their lifelong obsession to Wes Craven’s “Scream” and its very worthy follow-up, “Scream 2.” The guys discuss the massive influence of “Scream”, great horror sequels, meta narratives, comedy in horror, director’s commentaries as film school, Liev Schreiber, Laurie Metcalf, movie violence, and so much more. There are NO “Scream 5” spoilers in this episode! Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's f...

After four devious years of lying to Alex’s face, the power of Christ compelled Nick to finally watch William Friedkin’s masterpiece, “The Exorcist.” The guys catch listeners up with a few archive clips that explain their “Exorcist” drama, then Alex interviews Nick about his first time watching the film. This episode happened because of our fans – we appreciate you! Find us on Twitter @WAYW_Podcast. Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.co...

Rounding out their Cassavetes binge, Alex and Nick do a deep dive into Elaine May's masterwork, "Mikey and Nicky," starring John Cassavetes and Peter Falk. The guys talk about Elaine May's iconic career, improvisation, fragile friendships, Sanford Meisner as an actor, Ned Beatty as an all-timer, and much more. Tell us what you think of "Mikey and Nicky" on Twitter @WAYW_Podcast! Watch Alex's work at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's work at https://www.nicholasdostal.com/ Tell us what you'...