What Are You Watching?

Has there been a better movie year since 2007? Alex and Nick dive into all the great films of 2007, topics include the Coens vs. PTA, the ‘70s aesthetic of “Michael Clayton,” Christian Bale & Werner Herzog, Noah Baumbach’s career, the Oscars, and silly movies that claim to be “Based on a True Story.” Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow....

Visionary director, Andrea Arnold, is one of Alex and Nick’s favorite filmmakers. The guys break down all of Arnold’s film work and discuss filming in the 4:3 aspect ratio, Shia LaBeouf, Riley Keough, Oscar-winning short films, working with unknown actors, and so much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at...

Alex and Nick review Andrew Dominik’s controversial new film, “Blonde.” The guys discuss online hysteria, Dominik’s challenging filmography, Marilyn Monroe’s best performances, NC-17 movies, Ana de Armas, cinematographer Chayse Irvin, Nick Cave & Warren Ellis, and more. Alex ends the episode with an extended, spoiler-filled review of Olivia Wilde’s “Don’t Worry Darling.” Follow @WAYW_Podcast o...

Alex and Nick have done a lot of lists on the podcast, but none have featured films by this many incredible directors. This episode is all about female-driven stories, from filmmakers such as Sofia Coppola, Greta Gerwig, Claire Denis, Lynne Ramsay, Catherine Breillat, Patty Jenkins, Julia Ducournau, Agnes Varda, Jane Campion, and more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex&apo...

Nick interviews Alex as he reviews Michael Mann’s new novel, Heat 2. The guys then talk about the movie-related books Alex has read since COVID began, and their respective film adaptions. Titles include: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, A Clockwork Orange, books based on Goodfellas, Casino, and The Irishman, Bret Easton Ellis novels, Stephen King novellas, and The Exorcist (which Nick has not read)....

"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. Fo...

In this emotional and fun episode, Alex and Nick highlight movies they can count on for a good cry. The guys discuss happy, sad, and inspiring movie cries, film as therapy, Denzel Washington as the movie crier GOAT, losing loved ones, making friends, and so much more. (Cry Count: Alex, 1 — Nick, 0). Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex and Nick’s film  “I Am Alive” Send us ma...

You read that right, this week Alex and Nick break down their favorite romantic comedies of all time! The guys discuss 1940s sarcasm, the difference between a comedy and a romantic comedy, toying with genre formula, 1989 as a banner romcom year, Nora Ephron, Nancy Meyers, John Cusack, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/...

The guys discuss Alex’s appearance on BBC Radio 5 Live, Jordan Peele’s “Nope” in IMAX, an awkward encounter before "Thor: Love and Thunder," Christopher McDonald’s first Emmy nomination (!), Tarantino’s final film, 2022 summer movies, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Listen to Alex on BBC Radio 5 Live ! (timestamp: 2:07:00) Watch Alex's films at http://...

It’s a big day for What Are You Watching as Nick and Alex discuss Nick’s favorite film of all time, Ted Demme’s “Blow.” The guys dive deep on Johnny Depp's career, the chemistry between Ray Liotta and Rachel Griffiths, great music sequences, Cliff Curtis as Pablo Escobar, favorite vs. best films, and much more. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://...

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,...

Alex and Nick review one of their favorite movies that virtually no one talks about, Richard Linklater’s “Everybody Wants Some!!” The guys discuss the film’s killer soundtrack, believable actor chemistry, botched marketing/distribution, and the funniest moments from every actor in the film. Watch this movie! Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwith...

For the second What Are You Watching commentary, Alex and Nick go all-in on Spike Lee’s “25th Hour.” The guys discuss why “25th Hour” is the best film ever made about post-9/11, making a masterpiece on a small budget, David Benioff’s source novel, Spike Lee’s gritty aesthetic, a never-better Edward Norton, scene-stealer Barry Pepper, and so much more. Watch along with us! Follow @WAYW_Podcast on T...

Alex reviews David Cronenberg’s twisted new body horror thriller “Crimes of the Future,” before taking a look at Cronenberg’s 50-year career and all of the glorious mayhem found in it. 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 whatareyouwatchingpodcast@gm...

Alex (call sign: Knockout) and Nick (Superstar!) go mainstream with their spoiler-free review of “Top Gun: Maverick.” The guys discuss blockbusters that get it right, the legacy of “Top Gun,” scene-stealer Glen Powell, seeing Val Kilmer on screen again, and more. The second half of the show is dedicated to the 40-year career of Tom Cruise; our favorite roles, his Oscar misfortunes, and predicting...

Alex and Nick wrap up Gaspar Noé’s filmography with thoughts on his Saint Laurent short film, “Lux Æterna,” and his emotionally devastating sixth feature film, “Vortex.” The guys also have extended conversations about Lars Von Trier's "Antichrist," and Céline Sciamma's "Petite Maman." Listen to our previous podcast on Gaspar Noé here . Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter...

With the sudden passing of Ray Liotta, Alex explores the career of this truly great character actor. Ray Liotta played intense psychopaths to perfection, but there was a lot more depth to his work. He will be sorely missed. 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 qu...

Gaspar Noé. Unapologetic provocateur. Technical master. Sensitive genius. Alex and Nick dive deep into the twisted world of one of cinema’s most polarizing filmmakers. This episode covers “I Stand Alone,” “Irreversible,” “Enter the Void,” “Love,” and “Climax.” Episode 60 will feature conversations on “Lux Æterna” and “Vortex.” Stay tuned. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex&...

1995 was one of the best years for American film, ever. Alex and Nick praise a ton of movies from this great year, topics include: seeing hard-R movies way too young, genre movies eclipsing Oscar films, old-school comedies, action romps, notorious flops, and how two addiction-themed dramas changed their lives. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwi...

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://alexwithro...

Follow the envelope. Get Visual ID Suspect. Make Arrest. Alex and Nick record their first watch-along commentary by diving deep into Martin Scorsese’s “The Departed.” Recorded live in one take, the guys discuss the movie's rewatchability, fun flaws in the film, fleeting Boston accents, T9 cell phones, a frenzied Leo, a whiny Damon, a batshit Jack, and why Thelma Schoonmaker is the clear hero...

If you like brutal and realistic movie arguments, this is the pod for you. Nick and Alex break down Good vs. Bad movie arguments, the Bechdel Test, actor chemistry, the stakes of an argument, and finding the humor in rage. Follow us @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's film "Wait" at https://vimeo.com/366069884 Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.c...

Recorded seconds after the Oscars ended, Alex and Nick talk about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock, the worst acceptance speech in the history of the Academy Awards, director’s sabotaging their film’s Oscar chances, and more hot takes from one of Hollywood’s weirdest nights. Follow us @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films...

Alex and Nick make their final picks for the 94th Academy Awards. The guys discuss current Oscar narratives, “The Power of the Dog” vs. “CODA,” the Academy’s stupid decision to not air several awards live, and Nick’s truly baffling Oscar ballot. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www.nicholasdostal.c...

You asked, we answered! The guys answer a bunch of great questions from their amazing listeners. Radom topics include: Puking at the premiere of “The Neon Demon,” cult classics, fourth wall breaks, personal film projects, and the worst movies we’ve ever seen. Follow us @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram . Watch Alex's films at http://alexwithrow.com/ Watch Nick's films at https://www...