What do Rocky, Ratatouille, The Simpsons, and Pixar's Up have in common? Montages that hit harder than full scenes ever could.

This week on A.J. Chat, we’re breaking down the 15 best movie and TV montages that turned weeks of story into just a few unforgettable minutes. From training arcs and love stories to meltdowns and glow-ups, these sequences prove that skipping the slow stuff doesn’t mean losing the heart.

🎧 Perfect pacing. Instant payoff. Emotional punch.

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Whether it’s Rocky vs. Drago or Remy learning to cook, these scenes didn’t just move the story forward—they made it iconic.