Send a Message to Elliot 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? 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 Letter...
6 Oct 2026
What Was 'The Social Network' About?
Send a Message to Elliot 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? 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/Elli...
22 Sept 2026
What Was 'Dead Poets Society' About?
Send a Message to Elliot 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? 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...
7 Sept 2026
Testing My Movie Knowledge - What Was That About?
Send a Message to Elliot 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? 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/und...
18 Aug 2026
What Was 'Jaws' About?
Send a Message to Elliot 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? 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/ F...
4 Aug 2026
What Was 'Spider-Man 2' About?
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? 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: ht...
14 Jul 2026
What Is Christopher Nolan About?
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? 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 Let...
8 Jul 2026
The Mid-Year Movie Roundup (2026) - What Was That About?
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... 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/...
30 Jun 2026
What Was 'Superman' About?
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/ Follow me on Letterboxd: htt...
16 Jun 2026
What Was 'Toy Story' About?
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 Lette...
9 Jun 2026
What Was 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' About?
This week we’re taking about a groundbreaking science fiction film from 1977 by master director Steven Spielberg. It’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind! 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/und...
26 May 2026
What Was 'Psycho' About?
This week we’re taking about a mid-century classic, the forefather of the slasher genre, and the definitive Hitchcock thriller. It’s Psycho! 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/underthepaperweig...
19 May 2026
What Was 'The Princess Bride' About?
This week we’re taking about a beloved fantasy classic and perhaps the most quotable movie of all time. It’s The Princess Bride! 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 m...
12 May 2026
What Was 'Ratatouille' About?
This week we’re taking about a culinary animated masterpiece from Disney and Pixar. It’s Ratatouille! 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://le...
5 May 2026
What Was 'Gladiator' About?
This week we’re taking about an early aughts swords-and-sandals epic. It’s Gladiator! 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/Ell...
28 Apr 2026
What Was 'Ocean's Eleven' About?
This week we’re taking about the slickest heist movie of all time with an out-of-the-park all star cast. It’s Ocean’s Eleven. 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 o...
21 Apr 2026
What Was 'Jurassic Park' About?
This week we’re taking about a 90s action adventure classic with thrills, chills, and plenty of dinosaurs. It’s Jurassic Park. 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 ...
14 Apr 2026
What Was That About (Trailer)
Hello! I'm Elliot Peters, first-time podcaster, long-time movie fan. Join me each week as I unpack the core themes of some of my favorite movies. We'll talk characters, scenes, and read excerpts from the screenplay, so that by the end of each episode we can hopefully answer the question: "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.insta...
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