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- What Was 'Scream' About?
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Today we’re talking about a film series that redefined a subgenre, and perhaps laid it to rest forever— it’s Scream. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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35 min - What Was 'The Social Network' About?
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Today we’re talking the movie that predicted the internet— it’s The Social Network. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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25 min - What Was 'Dead Poets Society' About?
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Today we’re talking about an 80s cult classic beloved for its autumn setting and heartbreaking story— it’s Dead Poets Society. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
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38 min - Testing My Movie Knowledge - What Was That About?
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Today we’re putting my film buff knowledge to the test, with some games and quizzes that are sure to have me questioning my status as a so-called expert. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
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43 min - What Was 'Jaws' About?
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Today we’re talking about the original summer blockbuster— a movie that changed the game for popular cinema the world over— it’s Jaws! You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
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21 min - What Was 'Spider-Man 2' About?
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Today we’re talking about the most critically acclaimed depiction of the world’s most beloved fictional character— it’s Spider-Man 2! You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
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29 min - What Is Christopher Nolan About?
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This week we’re talking about the filmography of one of the 21st century’s most popular and influential movie directors— it’s Christopher Nolan. You can expect a couple deep-dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
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Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
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49 min - The Mid-Year Movie Roundup (2026) - What Was That About?
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We’re officially halfway through the year, so it’s time to look at the new releases of 2026— what’s come out so far, and which upcoming releases we have to look forward to next...
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Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
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59 min - What Was 'Superman' About?
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This week we’re talking about the first big-budget superhero major motion picture, it’s Superman: The Movie. You can expect a quick plot refresher, a couple deep dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
Support the show
Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/
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38 min - What Was 'Toy Story' About?
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This week we’re talking about a 90s family comedy, and the first fully computer animated feature film. It’s Toy Story! You can expect a quick plot refresher, a couple deep dives, a tangent or two, and at the end we’ll decide once and for all: What Was That About?
Support the show
Watch the Pod on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElliotNoelPeters
Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/elliotnoelpeters
Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underthepaperweight/
Follow me on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ElliotPeters/
Follow me on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@whatwasthataboutpodcast
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About What Was That About?
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Part-time screenwriter and full-time movie fan Elliot Peters dissects a movie every other week, and asks the question: "What Was That About?"