Podcast

Commentarely Legal

Film Reviews, TV & Film

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.

Episodes
11
Releases
Monthly
Typical length
1 hr 20 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
3 weeks ago

Episodes

11 episodes, newest first

  1. Miami Vice (2006)

    Season 1, Episode 10

    Show notes

    In which we dive deep beneth the scientific poetry and fabricated identites of now-redeemed 2006 international crime epic Miami Vice. PODFASTBOATMOJITOS

    1 hr 43 min
  2. After Hours (1985)

    Season 1, Episode 9

    Show notes

    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.

    1 hr 8 min
  3. Cobra (1986)

    Season 1, Episode 8

    Show notes

    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.

    1 hr 8 min
  4. Robocop (1987)

    Season 1, Episode 7

    Show notes

    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.

    1 hr 38 min
  5. Boogie Nights (1997)

    Season 1, Episode 6

    Show notes

    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.

    1 hr 47 min
  6. Cannibal! The Musical (1993)

    Season 1, Episode 5

    Show notes

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

    54 min
  7. The Limey (1999)

    Season 1, Episode 4

    Show notes

    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!

    1 hr 14 min
  8. Driller Killer (1979)

    Season 1, Episode 3

    Show notes

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

    1 hr 32 min
  9. Armageddon (1998)

    Season 1, Episode 2

    Show notes

    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.

    1 hr 24 min
  10. The Usual Suspects (1995)

    Season 1, Episode 1

    Show notes

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

    1 hr 15 min
  11. Introducing: Commentarely Legal Trailer

    Season 1

    Show notes

    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.

    1 min