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Have You Ever Seen

Ryan Ellis
Academy Awards
Coen Brothers
Christmas
National Film Registry
Oscars
Film Noir
Silent Film
Comedy
Hollywood
Pet Sematary
Stanley Kubrick
Hal Ashby
The Killing Fields
Nixon
Stephen King
Rififi
The Revenant
Battleship Potemkin
The Family Man
Show Boat

Ryan and Bev Ellis are partners in film nerdery who share their often humorous musings on the AFI's 1998 & 2007 lists of the greatest 100 American films ever made. But we finished with that in December 2015, so now we just review anything we feel like!

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes745Founded13 years ago
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The key word is charming in the 745th edition of Have You Ever Seen. Only The Lonely has John Candy playing a single Chicago cop who lives with his widowed mother (Maureen O'Hara). He's an extroverted sweetheart who falls for shy Ally Sheedy, but whi... more

It's as if 007 went to prison for decades, was let out by government guys played by John Spencer & William Forsythe and then he had to help a nerdy Nicolas Cage save hostages on a deserted island. Well, hold up, that IS the plot of The Rock! Michael ... more

The first episode of a non-theme month here in June (and the 743rd overall) gets loud about Baz Luhrmann's bombastic Moulin Rouge. It's the kind of zany project where the director and star of this Paris-set movie are both Australians (Luhrmann and Ni... more

I put a jaunty bow on Heroes Month with another multi-movie episode. For #742, I'm mostly talking about John Ford's My Darling Clementine, but there's a bit at the end about John Sturges' Gunfight At The O.K. Corral and George Cosmatos' Tombstone. Cl... more

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Ryan Ellis
Host of Have You Ever Seen; central, deeply researched film historian and conversational host.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Finally a Comprehensive Movie Review Podcast

    Been a listener for years, I thought I wrote a review years ago but I didn’t! So sorry Ryan! I moved from US to London and I’m never alone whilst I have great podcasts like this. I grew up reading movie reviews and celebrity bios from the early 1900s on. When I watch a movie, I always watch the credits until the end. My taste is eclectic and wide-ranging including international films, all from the start of filmmaking. This scratches lots of itches. Ryan (and earlier, Bev) have provided useful a... more

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    5
    Eileenmarathon
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • B- show

    When they’re in their wheelhouse, it’s a great listen. Certain movies are just a great fit for them to review, but if they happen to not like a movie, boy, do they pout and nag. I think there’s this balance that movie podcasts need to adhere to, in regards to opinion and information. And often, they let their personal opinions of movies really prevent them from just being objective, especially when it comes to morality. They’re not as bad as many of the other podcasts, but they can get really pe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bo Chilla
    United States2 years ago
  • Good listen

    I found this show while wanting to take a deep dive on a particular title, and found it an enjoyable enough listen that I’m working my way through their back catalog of episodes. Bev is ostensibly the sidekick but she really makes the show a worth listening to. She’s witty and knowledgeable and well-read, so her insights are fresh and interesting. I don’t like it when Ryan sings. A nightmare.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KlausXM
    United States2 years ago
  • Unobservant

    Knew I'd stumbled into a twitch-leftist podcast when heroes of 'Once Upon a Time in the West' (Harmonica, Sergio Leone) were derided for Harmonica 'me-too-ing' Jill, forcefully ripping her sleeves and tearing off her collar.

    Attention, childlike floaters [spoilers]: Harmonica knew Frank had assassins outside waiting for Jill, so he arranged appearances and Jill's fear/demeanor, setting them up to ride into his trap and be killed, saving the life of Jill — a woman he didn't harm at any point in ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TooIllOrEase
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast!

    This is truly one of the best podcasts that talk about old movies - really informative and also very funny at times. The married hosts have remarkable chemistry and it's just a real joy listening to them. It's an added bonus that they are fellow Canadians! I recommend this podcast highly to anyone who loves old movies.

    Apple Podcasts
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    OakBayGamer
    Canada3 years ago

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Very strong on classic cinema trivia and thoughtful critique; excellent pair dynamic.
The show has a dedicated, long-time following and great back catalog coverage.
Consistently insightful, though occasional politics can bleed into analysis.
Lively, knowledgeable, and often funny; a reliable source for film nerds.
Engaging deep dives with strong host chemistry and smart, accessible film history.

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Lady And The Tramp
Q: What did you think about The Tramp and his lady?
Ryan invites listeners to share their thoughts on the film and its themes.
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Q: In how many of Paul Newman's eight acting nominations did his character die?
Two times.
Somebody Up There Likes Me
Q: Who directed The Sand Pebbles, the film for which Steve McQueen had his only Oscar nomination?
Robert Wise.
Somebody Up There Likes Me
Q: Who are the three other men that had the exact same number of nominations that Paul Newman had?
Denzel Washington, Al Pacino, and Spencer Tracy.
Steamboat Bill, Jr.
Q: Who is the only actor of these five names I'm about to give you who wasn't making their film debut in The Goonies?
Corey Feldman.

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What is Have You Ever Seen about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, long-form film discussion show that blends deep-dive history with personal critique and trivia. Episodes frequently zoom in on classic AFI-listed titles and broader cinema history, while also mixing in pop culture tangents, production trivia, and thoughtful commentary on representation and era context. The hosts' chemistry—rooted in a long-running partnership—drives lively debates, accessible analysis, and entertaining banter, making the show a reliable resource for film lovers who enjoy both rigorous context and conversational humor. Noteworthy strengths include meticulous research, strong host rapport, and a consistent willingness to connect vintage cinema to today's culture, which helps listeners decide if a given episode or top... more

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