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Oscar Wild

Sophia Ciminello & Nick Ruhrkraut

Oscar Wild is an entertainment podcast where Sophia Ciminello and Nick Ruhrkraut discuss the latest in film from new releases to old favorites, always counting down to next year"s Oscars.

tv & film film history

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66:36

They Won for That? Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon

Oscar Wild ·

2023/08/18

“Good mornin’ ladies and gentlemen. This is a robbery.” On this two-part special of “They Won for That?”, Nick and Sophia discuss the Oscar wins for both Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon, including a timeless classic they both starred in. For Geena, her win came packaged in a quirky whirlwind of a character that revitalizes a dog owner’s life in The Accidental Tourist. For Susan, a biopic adaptation did the trick with Dead Man Walking and her portrayal of a nun that comforts a convicted felon on death

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78:05

Summer 2023 Movie Release Round-Up

Oscar Wild ·

2023/08/11

With so many new releases since April, Sophia and Nick decided it was already time for another movie round-up to talk about everything from raunchy sleeper hits like No Hard Feelings with Jennifer Lawrence to films with Best Animated Feature buzz like Elemental and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. They also discuss new releases streaming and out in theaters now before seeing how the most anticipated summer movies, like Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning,

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108:23

The Wonderful World of Hayao Miyazaki with 'My...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/08/04

Nick and Sophia are excited to celebrate the great Hayao Miyazaki, the co-founder of Studio Ghibli and a master director of such recognizable animation. They, along with guest super-fan Ryan McQuade, begin by sharing their love for his imaginative, timeless films and their complicated feelings about his final, upcoming film, The Boy and the Heron.Then, they wax poetic about Miyazaki’s most endearing yet emotional movie, My Neighbor Totoro, explaining why its titular, cozy character became the face

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119:20

'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer': The Greatest...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/07/28

July 21, 2023, is a date that will go down in cinematic history as one of the most successful and satisfying double bills ever that also inspired a cultural phenomenon like no other. Upon release, the only important decision became: Barbie then Oppenheimer or Oppenheimer then Barbie? After Sophia and Nick discuss what they think is the correct order, listen to their explosive deep dive on these beautiful existentialist films by filmmaking favorites Christopher Nolan and Greta Gerwig. Choose

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62:12

Cancer Season with George Cukor: ‘The Philadelphia...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/07/21

There’s no denying George Cukor loved his leading ladies and was determined to let them shine. The proof? All three women were nominated- two won!- for the films Nick and Sophia talk about on this director retrospective episode. The Philadelphia Story touts a statuesque Katharine Hepburn vying for the hearts of multiple men (aspirational hot girl summer energy). Gaslight finds Ingrid Bergman terrorized by her husband’s insidious behavior, explaining the origin of the word “gaslighting” (29:52)

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73:36

Disney Centennial Movie Draft

Oscar Wild ·

2023/07/14

“Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever.” So said the man who not only holds multiple Oscar records (most total nominations and awards for a person & most nominations and awards for a person in a single year), but also founded one of Hollywood’s most beloved- and now largest- studios: Walt Disney. In celebrating 100 Years of Disney, Sophia and Nick invite back Mickey Mouse connoisseur Ryan Lamb for a fun movie draft filled with animated classics, iconic characters,

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72:28

Spielberg Double Feature: 'Jurassic Park' and...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/07/07

For a director that is still creating memorable gems, it is even more impressive to look back 30 years to 1993 when Steven Spielberg released two iconic films earning 10 Academy Awards! Jurassic Park wasn't his first fantastical adventure, but it sure did change the way we look at dinosaurs. Nick and Sophia marvel at its connection to The Exorcist, the fun it has with mixing genres, and all of the film's innovations before talking about his Best Picture and Best Director winning film, Schindler's

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59:49

Cancer Season with Billy Wilder: 'Sabrina' and 'The...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/06/30

"Shut up and deal."It feels so aligned that one of the Oscar's most nominated screenwriters would share a zodiac sign- and a birthday!- with Oscar Wild hosts Sophia and Nick, so they wanted to dedicate an episode to two of his award-winning films. First is Sabrina, with a decadent Audrey Hepburn showcasing what would become a lifelong collaboration with Givenchy. They share their favorite moments, address the many elephants in the room, and spill some BTS drama. Then they discuss the five-time

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46:59

'Asteroid City' and 'Past Lives'

Oscar Wild ·

2023/06/23

The first two movie releases of the summer may have already premiered at festivals earlier this year, but now everyone will be able to experience why both of these will have you rushing to leave the theater to call your loved ones. First, in Asteroid City, Wes Anderson’s 11th and latest film, a grieving father finds his life turned upside down when he meets a group of eccentric visitors- played by a meteor-sized A-list cast- in the titular town. Then, in Past Lives, two childhood friends examine

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55:54

Very Early 2024 Oscar Predictions

Oscar Wild ·

2023/06/16

It feels like déjà vu hyping Killers of the Flower Moon yet again despite being more than 8 months from the 2024 Oscars. But there are also so many other anticipated films that Sophia and Nick can't wait to discuss, including The Color Purple, an adaptation of the Tony-winning musical, and Bradley Cooper's long-awaited Leonard Bernstein biopic, Maestro. Listen for all of their nomination predictions in Supporting Actor and Actress and find out if Lily Gladstone should run in lead or supporting. Then

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50:37

Jane June: ‘They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?’ and...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/06/09

With a new month comes another punny way to celebrate one of our favorite Best Actress winners, Jane Fonda! In They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?, her first Oscar nomination and a film that still holds a Best Picture record today, she competes in a timeless, yet horrific Depression-era dance marathon. Then, in Coming Home, she befriends an old high school colleague, Luke, while volunteering at a veterans’ hospital and her husband is off serving in Vietnam (28:22). Listen to Nick and Sophia dive into

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57:21

The 2023 Cannes Film Festival Recap & Winners

Oscar Wild ·

2023/06/02

The glamorous 76th Festival de Cannes might have ended this past weekend but Sophia and Nick are so excited to talk about the festival experience and the films in this year’s selection. After explaining how this fest differs from others around the world, they discuss the official winners, flops, and other notable films (15:01). Then, Nick talks about his five favorite movies, if and where you’ll be able to see them later this year, and how the Palme d’Or winner may factor into Oscar predictions

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41:00

Faye Prefers Blondes: “The Thomas Crown Affair,” “The...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/05/26

To end their May Dunaway retrospective, Nick and Sophia marvel at Faye’s turn in some Oscar-nominated and winning thrillers and how she shares the spotlight with some dazzling blonde co-stars. In The Thomas Crown Affair, Faye plays the investigator who tries to outsmart Steve McQueen's titular heist mastermind. Then, as the architect's wife alongside a whopping A-list cast in an epic '70s disaster movie, The Towering Inferno, she manages chaos 135 floors up while navigating guests to safety (11:01)

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23:21

After Dark Preview: Faye Goes to Camp in 'Mommie...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/05/19

This After Dark preview takes a drastic turn from the previous May Dunaway episode, featuring two riotous performances that Faye delivers with non-stop camp. First, it's one of her most iconic roles as the Oscar-winning Joan Crawford in Mommie Dearest. Those pesky wire hangers are only the tip of the iceberg of memorable moments from a movie very loosely adapted from her daughter Christina's autobiography. Then, Faye becomes the Wicked Witch of the Carnival as Madame Selena in Supergirl (12:50)

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51:19

Happy Mother's Day with 'Mildred Pierce' and 'All...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/05/12

Call. Me. Mother! Nick and Sophia dedicate this episode to all the mothers out there by celebrating the diverse collection of moms in these two notable films. In Mildred Pierce, Joan Crawford's titular and Oscar-winning performance embraces film noir to show the lengths a motivated and hardworking mother will go to please her daughter. Then, in All About My Mother, Pedro Almodóvar's first film to win an Academy Award, a bereaved mother finds herself intertwined with the complex lives of a group of

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37:01

May Dunaway: "Bonnie and Clyde" & "Puzzle of a...

Oscar Wild ·

2023/05/05

In honor of one of the most glamorous, natural, and scandalous Oscar winners of all time, it’s time to dedicate the month of May to Ms. Faye Dunaway! Sophia and Nick begin by lauding her first leading role that also earned her her first Oscar nomination in Bonnie and Clyde. Then, they debate whether Faye should have earned more than a sole Golden Globe nomination for Puzzle of a Downfall Child (23:49). Lastly, they share some fun Faye stories, including this run-in at the Arclight. What’s your

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48:06

2023 Release Round-Up and Our Review of 'Beau Is Afraid'

Oscar Wild ·

2023/04/28

For the first Release Round-Up of the season, Sophia and Nick chat about new releases they've seen in theaters and on streaming, including some of their favorite movies- and flops- that came out during awards season (17:09). Then, they review horror king Ari Aster's latest and most divisive film yet, 'Beau Is Afraid.' They mention their favorite scenes and performances and question what this panic-ridden odyssey is all about (23:52). Stay tuned as they mention other popular releases on the big

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83:22

Oscar Rewind: The 1973 Oscars (The Sting)

Oscar Wild ·

2023/04/21

For the first Oscar Rewind of the season, Nick and Sophia take you back to the 46th Academy Awards to celebrate the nominees and winners from 1973 (yes, the Year of the Streaker). They start by recapping the Best Picture winner, The Sting, which reunited the winning team of Robert Redford, Paul Newman, and George Roy Hill from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (8:52).After discussing the film, why it fared so well at the Oscars, and some of their favorite scenes and performances, they share their

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39:55

Viola Davis EGOT Celebration & 'Air' Review

Oscar Wild ·

2023/04/14

Join Sophia and Nick as they celebrate the bold and illustrious career of Academy Award winner Viola Davis and her recent EGOT achievement. They look at each of her Oscar nominations, including her win in Supporting Actress for ‘Fences,’ to see how her stage work influenced her performances on screen.Then they review her latest film where she plays Michael Jordan’s mother in Ben Affleck’s ‘Air.’ (23:46) Find out some of their favorite scenes, performances, and fun facts, like how Michael insisted

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67:29

'Casablanca' at 80

Oscar Wild ·

2023/04/07

For their season premiere, Nick and Sophia take you back 80 years across the rim of Africa to celebrate the dazzling beauty of Casablanca. Venture with them as they reminisce about Paris, debate the implications of Ilsa and Rick’s undying romance, answer listener questions about the film’s performance at the Oscars and who they’d cast in a modern-day remake, and share their favorite scenes and quotes from this Hollywood classic! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod with more content @

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