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Discovering and dissecting the art of officially-branded film discussion. Every episode, hosts Oliver Scott and Chris McCaleb comment on the finest and most remarkable commentary cases in a semi-structured discussion (with frequent sidebars). We're exploring films and film-making through the overlooked or forgotten lens of audio commentary tracks. We break down what each commentary reveals - intentionally or not - about the creative process, and often about the guests themselves.

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After Hours (1985)

2026/09/09

Join us as we follow Martin Scorcese and crew on a mythological journey to the underworld to get laid. HADES! ITS JUST A SHOT AWAY.

Cobra (1986)

2026/07/27

In which we disengage and observe the events of the film along with (co) Director George P. Cosmatos. PODCASTING IS A DISEASE. MEET THE CURE.

Robocop (1987)

2026/06/07

In which we discuss the gleaming steel American Frankenstein Jesus of Robocop with commentaries from the director, writer and producer. I'LL POD THAT FOR A DOLLAR.

Boogie Nights (1997)

2026/05/09

In which we go DEEP into the Criterion Collection Laserdisc and undress the Director and Cast Commentary for legendary 1997 auteur masterpiece Boogie Nights. NO VETTE, NO MOVIE.

Cannibal! The Musical (1993)

2026/04/08

In which we devour the infamous cast & crew "Drunken Commentary". I THINK YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHAT I MEAN. SHPADOINKLE!

The Limey (1999)

2026/03/17

In which we discuss the contentious dance between Writer and Director. YOU JUST HAD TO LET THEM KNOW THERE WAS TWO WAYS DOWN THE MOUNTAIN!

Driller Killer (1979)

2026/02/10

In this episode we drill down into the commentaries for "Driller Killer" by Director Abel Ferrara and Author Brad Stevens. Self, meet shadow-self.

Armageddon (1998)

2026/01/09

In this episode we delight over the infamous Criterion edition commentary to Armageddon, by Michael Bay, Ben Affleck, Bruce Willis, and Jerry Bruckheimer. WE ONLY HIRE THE BEST.

The Usual Suspects (1995)

2025/12/11

In this very first episode of the podcast, Oliver and Chris breakdown the audio commentary for the now-controversial 1995 film, The Usual Suspects.

Introducing: Commentarely Legal

2025/12/10

Join hosts Oliver Scott and Chris McCaleb as we go over the rainbow disc, exploring films and film-making through the overlooked or forgotten lens of audio commentary tracks. We break down what each commentary reveals - intentionally or not - about the creative process, and often about the guests themselves.