All The Right Movies
All The Right Movies
The story of Hollywood one film at a time.
Four creatives. One shared passion: moviemaking magic. Insightful, interesting and very entertaining, John, Luke, Westy and Matt dive into cinema's greatest productions, revealing how it was done, whether it works and why it matters.
From golden age to modern classics, we discuss the creativity and analyse the artistry behind the most important films ever, each episode revealing a new layer of Hollywood's story.
Join the ATRM Community.
Four creatives. One shared passion: moviemaking magic. Insightful, interesting and very entertaining, John, Luke, Westy and Matt dive into cinema's greatest productions, revealing how it was done, whether it works and why it matters.
From golden age to modern classics, we discuss the creativity and analyse the artistry behind the most important films ever, each episode revealing a new layer of Hollywood's story.
Join the ATRM Community.
Episodes
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Jan 30, 2026 • 2h 18min
The Maltese Falcon (1941) | Ep. 128
Luke, Matt, and Westy are on the case as we head to 1940s San Francisco for John Huston's genre-defining noir. We're talking Bogart at his most iconic, a directorial debut that shouldn't have worked, and one of the great Hollywood MacGuffins. We dig into how a first-time director got the best out of Hollywood's most difficult star, why this third adaptation finally cracked it, and the ensemble cast that made every scene crackle. Connect with ATRM: To join our fantastic community of film fans, support what we do, access our archive, listen to exclusive episodes, and a whole lot more, become an ATRM patron:Join the ATRM Community We're available on any podcast platform:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyYouTube: Subscribe to our channelWe're across all major social channels too:Twitter: @ATRightMoviesInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Facebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
Jan 16, 2026 • 2h 25min
True Lies (1994) | Ep. 127
The discussion kicks off with James Cameron's bold vision for a high-stakes comedy-action film. Highlights include the stunning opening sequence inspired by Bond films and Tom Arnold's controversial casting. The hosts dive into thrilling stunts, Arnold’s surprising dynamism, and Jamie Lee Curtis’ memorable striptease. Anecdotes reveal Cameron's ambitious directing style, the ambitious budget escalation, and the iconic Harrier jet scene. They also touch on serious topics of on-set misconduct and the film's lasting influence on the action genre.
Dec 19, 2025 • 3h 5min
It's a Wonderful Life (1946) | Ep. 126
Bedford Falls is calling. John, Luke, Westy, and Matt take on Frank Capra's beloved Christmas classic, exploring how a box office disappointment became one of the most watched films in history. We dig into Jimmy Stewart's post-war comeback, Donna Reed's scene-stealing brilliance (and beauty), and why the FBI thought this film was Communist propaganda (yep, really). Plus: the innovative snow that changed Hollywood forever, whether George Bailey's breakdown is cinema's greatest acting moment, and a lot more. Expect laughs, opinions, and at least one host getting suspiciously emotional about an angel earning his wings.Connect with ATRM: To join our fantastic community of film fans, support what we do, access our archive, listen to exclusive episodes, and a whole lot more, become an ATRM patron:Join the ATRM Community We're available on any podcast platform:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyYouTube: Subscribe to our channelWe're across all major social channels too:Twitter: @ATRightMoviesInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Facebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
Dec 5, 2025 • 2h 27min
12 Angry Men (1957) | Ep. 125
Twelve men. One room. Zero air conditioning. John, Westy, and Matt dive into Sidney Lumet's classic about a jury deliberating a murder case in sweltering New York heat. We explore how a first-time director turned a single location into one of cinema's most gripping courtroom dramas. The behind the scenes story, big opinions on why it works, and a laugh or two as we go. From Henry Fonda's moral crusader to that legendary knife scene. How do you make 96 minutes in one room absolutely riveting? We've got the verdict.Connect with ATRM: To join our fantastic community of film fans, support what we do, access our archive, listen to exclusive episodes, and a whole lot more, become an ATRM patron:Join the ATRM Community We're available on any podcast platform:Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyYouTube: Subscribe to our channelWe're across all major social channels too:Twitter: @ATRightMoviesInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Facebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
Nov 21, 2025 • 2h 22min
The Banshees Of Inisherin (2022) | Ep. 124
Martin McDonagh's unique brand of humour and heartbreak returns to the podcast as Luke, Westy, and Matt head to a remote Irish island for a masterclass in passive-aggressive feuding. We explore how McDonagh reunited Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson for cinema's most devastating friendship breakup, why filming on the Aran Islands nearly broke everyone, and how a miniature donkey named Jenny stole scenes from two of Ireland's finest actors. From Oscar nominations to those fingers, we're unpacking McDonagh's darkly comic genius with big laughs and opinions throughout.elling the story of Hollywood, one film at a time.Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron:Listen on Patreon Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyTwitter/X: @ATRightMoviesYouTube: Subscribe to our channelInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Threads: @allthe_rightmoviesFacebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
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Nov 7, 2025 • 3h 6min
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) | Ep. 123
Discover the madness behind the epic journey to Middle-earth, as a low-budget horror director transforms Hollywood with a fantasy masterpiece. The hosts dive into Peter Jackson's ambitious vision and the challenges of blending Tolkien's world with cinematic innovation. Highlights include casting insights on Frodo, Gandalf, and Aragorn, alongside tales of practical effects and haunting music by Howard Shore. The impact of the film's release, its cultural significance, and memorable moments are explored with humor and passion.
Oct 17, 2025 • 2h 19min
Training Day (2001) | Ep. 122
Denzel Washington swaggers through the streets of LA in this dark, morally complex thriller. Luke, Matt & Westy ride shotgun with Alonzo Harris (King Kong ain't got nothing on that performance!) as they unpack the intense production, the gritty LA backdrop, and why Antoine Fuqua insisted on shooting in some of the city's most volatile areas. From the claustrophobic car interior sequences to that explosive climax in the projects, we're proving that this is chess, it ain't checkers.Telling the story of Hollywood, one film at a time.Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron:Listen on Patreon Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyTwitter/X: @ATRightMoviesYouTube: Subscribe to our channelInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Threads: @allthe_rightmoviesFacebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
Sep 19, 2025 • 2h 27min
The Last of the Mohicans (1992) | Ep. 121
Michael Mann brings his signature intensity to colonial America in this sweeping epic. John, Matt & Westy track Daniel Day-Lewis through the wilderness (he was there for long enough!) as they unpack the production chaos, the legendary score, and why Mann insisted on the crew getting rid of a pretty key part of the solar system. From the Appalachian locations to that final clifftop scene, we're staying alive no matter what occurs.Telling the story of Hollywood, one film at a time.Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron:Listen on Patreon Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyTwitter/X: @ATRightMoviesYouTube: Subscribe to our channelInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Threads: @allthe_rightmoviesFacebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
Sep 5, 2025 • 2h 13min
Road To Perdition (2002) | Ep. 120
In 2002, a graphic novel about fathers and sons in Depression-era Chicago became Sam Mendes' haunting follow-up to American Beauty. Road to Perdition transformed Max Allan Collins' crime saga into a meditation on legacy, violence, and the impossible task of protecting your children from the world you've created - all while delivering one of cinema's most visually stunning tales of revenge.We're exploring two intertwined stories behind this masterpiece: First, the remarkable creative journey - from the source material to David Self's screenplay that captured the essence whilst reimagining the structure, to Mendes' decision to follow his Oscar-winning debut with a genre film that nobody expected. Second, we dive into the technical revolution that brought 1930s Chicago to life - Conrad L. Hall's final, Oscar-winning cinematography that painted every frame like an Edward Hopper illustration dipped in blood, Thomas Newman's melancholic score, and the production design that created a world both beautiful and brutal.Through segments like The Director, The Cast, and The Crew, we examine how a story about a mob enforcer's one last job became a profound exploration of American mythology, the weight of legacy, and whether redemption is possible when your hands are stained with blood - proving that sometimes the most personal films emerge from the most unlikely genres, and that true artistry can transform pulp into poetry.Telling the story of Hollywood, one movie at a time.Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron:Listen on Patreon Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyTwitter/X: @ATRightMoviesYouTube: Subscribe to our channelInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Threads: @allthe_rightmoviesFacebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
Aug 16, 2025 • 2h 29min
Amadeus (1984) | Ep. 119
Winner of eight Academy Awards including Best Picture, Miloš Forman's masterpiece tells the story of Mozart through the envious eyes of his rival Salieri. But how did a Czech director come to make a classic Viennese tale? And what's the real story behind "too many notes"?Join John, Westy, and Matt as they dive deep into the making of a theatrical triumph turned cinematic classic. From Peter Shaffer adapting his own stage play to Tom Hulce's rock-and-roll approach to playing Mozart (yes, really), we explore how Forman transformed a Broadway hit into one of cinema's great achievements.We uncover the fascinating production history, including the painstaking recreation of 18th-century Vienna, the decision to film in Prague during the Cold War, and which Hollywood legends (plus a Rolling Stone) were originally considered for the lead roles. Plus, discover how F. Murray Abraham's performance as Salieri became the perfect embodiment of jealousy and genius, and why this film makes you simultaneously want to compose a symphony and maybe poison your neighbour (we don't recommend the latter).This is the story of how one of history's greatest composers became the subject of one of cinema's greatest films—told the way only All The Right Movies can tell it.Telling the story of Hollywood, one movie at a time.Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron:Listen on Patreon Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyTwitter/X: @ATRightMoviesYouTube: Subscribe to our channelInstagram: @allthe_rightmovies Threads: @allthe_rightmoviesFacebook: Join our movie groupBluesky: @alltherightmovies.comTikTok: @alltherightmoviesWebsite: alltherightmovies.com
