The Next Best Picture Podcast

29:47

Interviews With "Tetris" Director Jon S. Baird &...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/31

"Tetris" had its world premiere at this year's South By Southwest Film Festival (SXSW), where it received positive notices for its wild presentation of the even more wild story of the origins of the video game Tetris and Taron Egerton's charismatic performance. Director Jon S. Baird ("Stan & Ollie") was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about his work on the film, as was Noah Pink, who spoke separately with Dan Bayer. Please take a listen down below and be sure to check out the film,

en

23:59

Interview With "Acidman" Producer & Star Dianna Agron

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/30

"Acidman" had its world premiere at last year's Tribeca Film Festival, where it received positive notices for the performances from Academy Award nominee Thomas Haden Church ("Sideways") and "Glee" star Dianna Agron for their work as an estranged father whose daughter travels across the country to visit him only to discover that he's starting to lose his mind in his search for UFO's. Dianna was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about working with Haden Church, collaborating with

en

16:13

Interview With "A Thousand And One" Director/Writer...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/29

"A Thousand And One" had its world premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival, where it won the Grand Jury Prize and is now being released this weekend in theaters from Focus Features. Writer and director A.V. Rockwell, making her feature directorial debut, was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about the story, the central performance from Teyana Taylor, her thoughts on the current cinematic landscape for Black storytellers, and more. Please take a listen below and be sure to check

en

16:05

Interview With "Tori And Lokita" Directors/Writers...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/28

"Tori And Lokita" had its world premiere at last year's Cannes Film Festival, where writers and directors Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne (the Dardenne Brothers) received a Special 75th-anniversary prize for their contributions towards the cinematic medium. The winners of two Palme d'Or awards, the Belgian brothers remain a pillar of cinematic excellence crafting stories of ordinary people going through societal struggles in an ever-changing world. Their latest work is no different, and the two were kind

en

23:40

Interview With "John Wick: Chapter 4" Editor Nathan...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/27

"John Wick: Chapter 4" has received the best reviews, audience reactions, and box office of the "John Wick" franchise. It makes it all the more impressive when you consider the latest film is nearly three hours long and could've gone wrong in so many ways in its final edit. Nathan Orloff ("Ghostbusters: Afterlife"), an openly gay film editor, brought a unique perspective to the "John Wick" franchise, which is known for its hyper-masculine themes and characters. His ability to connect with the

en

101:50

Episode 336 - Early 2023 Oscar Contenders, "You Hurt...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/26

For Episode 336, I am joined by Nadia Dalimonte, Giovanni Lago & Will Mavity. With the 95th Academy Awards officially behind us, we're looking toward the future and what else 2023 might bring as we discuss the Oscar contenders we believe you should be on the lookout for this year. We also review the polls, react to the "You Hurt My Feelings" and "Rye Lane trailers," answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! Please take a listen down below and enjoy. Thank you all for your continued support

en

159:11

"John Wick: Chapter 4"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/25

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Sara Clements, Josh Parham, Brendan Hodges, Danilo Castro & Isaiah Washington to discuss the latest and possibly final film in the "John Wick" franchise, "John Wick: Chapter 4," starring Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, Laurence Fishburne, Hiroyuki Sanada, Shamier Anderson, Lance Reddick, Rina Sawayama, Scott Adkins, Clancy Brown, Natalia Tena, Marko Zaror & Ian McShane. The action is bigger, the story is more epic, the characters are more

en

24:03

Interview With "The Lost King" Co-Screenwriter Jeff Pope

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/24

"The Lost King" had its world premiere at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received positive reviews, and it is now being released in theaters in the U.S. by IFC Films. Part of the film's charm comes from its irresistible cast, but another part comes from the delightful screenplay, which is based on an incredible true story. Co-screenwriter Jeff Pope was nice enough to spend some time talking with us about his work on the film, working with co-screenwriter Steve Coogan, how

en

21:14

"War Horse"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/23

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Our 2011 retrospective has officially begun! Following the release of Oscar-nominated "The Fabelmans" we're kicking things off with another Best Picture-nominated Steven Spielberg film that went home Oscar-less 12 years ago with "War Horse" starring Emily Watson, David Thewlis, Peter Mullan, Niels Arestrup, Benedict

en

34:32

Interviews With "Ted Lasso" Stars Brendan Hunt & Kola...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/22

The Emmy Award-winning comedy series "Ted Lasso" has returned for its third and possibly final season on Apple TV+ this year. In two separate interviews, we were fortunate to speak with series co-creator, writer, and star Brendan Hunt and actor Kola Bokinni. Both deliver fantastic insight into what fans should expect from this season while reminiscing on what an unforgettable and life-changing experience the whole show has been. New episodes air each week on Apple TV+ on Wednesdays, and the show is

en

23:30

Interviews With "The Magician's Elephant" Star Noah...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/21

"The Magician's Elephant" is based on the 2009 novel of the same name by Kate DiCamillo and tells the story of a young boy searching for his young lost sister. The Netflix-produced computer-animated film is directed by Wendy Rogers, who previously worked in visual effects before making her feature directorial debut here; written by Martin Hynes, who co-wrote "Toy Story 4" and stars "A Quiet Place" and "Honey Boy" actor Noah Jupe. Noah, Wendy, Kate, and producer Julia Pistor were all kind enough to

en

37:07

Interview With "The Last Of Us" Visual Effects...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/20

HBO's "The Last Of Us" concluded last weekend and has received a ton of praise for its story, characters, performances, and overall design atheistic. One crucial part of creating the world of "The Last Of Us" is the visual effects work from DNEG. Visual Effects Supervisor Stephen James and Digital Effects Supervisor Nick Marshall were kind enough to talk with us about their work on the acclaimed HBO series, which you can listen to and watch below. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on

en

133:12

Episode 335 - Post-Oscars Fallout, SXSW Recap, "The...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/19

For Episode 335, I am joined by Ema Sasic, Josh Parham, Lauren LaMagna, Dan Bayer & Tom O'Brien. One week removed from the 95th Academy Awards, I have a whole new crop of people here to join me this week and give their thoughts on the show as we say goodbye to the 2022-2023 film awards season. We reflect on the winners, discuss the ceremony, go over the polls, recap the 2023 SXSW Film Festival, give our reactions to the trailers for "The Little Mermaid," "BlackBerry," and "Joy Ride," answer your

en

65:56

"Shazam! Fury Of The Gods"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/18

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Giovanni Lago & Isaiah Washington to discuss "Shazam! Fury Of The Gods," starring Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Rachel Zegler, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, Meagan Good, Lucy Liu, Djimon Hounsou & Helen Mirren. Following "Shazam!" the latest film in the DCEU is releasing at an interesting point in DC's history as James Gunn has recently taken the helm at the studio with a new creative direction. Where does that leave Billy Batson and his

en

16:39

"Swiss Army Man"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/16

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Before the Oscar-winning "Everything Everywhere All At Once," Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert's feature directorial debut "Swiss Army Man" polarized audiences during its world premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. The directing duo would go on to win the Best Director prize from the festival, and the film would play in

en

27:54

Interview With "The Last Of Us" Editor, Timothy A. Good

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/15

HBO's "The Last Of Us" concluded this past weekend, increasing in viewership as the first season went on and receiving a ton of critical acclaim in the process. We already had the opportunity to speak with series cinematographer Eben Bolter. Now, we're speaking with series film editor Timothy A. Good, who edited seven episodes in the first season, including the finale. Please take a listen down below as Timothy discusses his contribution towards 2023's first hot new series. Thank you, and

en

23:02

Interview With "Pi" Cinematographer, Matthew Libatique

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/14

Darren Aronofsky's "Pi" was recently re-released by A24 exclusively in IMAX theaters on Pi Day, March 14th, 2023, for its 25th anniversary. Cinematographer and long-time Aronofsky collaborator Matthew Libatique was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about the restoration, reflecting on his work with Aronofsky all these years later, what it was like shooting an independent film in New York City for only $30,000 and more. Be sure to take a listen below and get your tickets to see the

en

102:14

Our Immediate Reactions To The 95th Academy Awards

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/13

The 95th Academy Awards is in the history books! And what a historic night it was. We saw moving speeches, some shocking wins, a smooth ceremony for a change that respected the nominees and celebrated the art of filmmaking, and memories that will last a lifetime. Alyssa Christian, Giovanni Lago, Eve O'Dea, Daniel Howat, Meredith Loftus, and Will Mavity all joined me to discuss the winners, their speeches, and what we thought of the show overall minutes after it went off the air. We also go over the

en

21:13

Interview With "Creed III" Cinematographer, Kramer...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/12

"Creed III" recently opened in theaters to the franchise's best box office opening and is continuing the "Creed" franchise in new and unexpected ways. One of those fresh approaches was through the film's cinematography. Michael B. Jordan, in his directorial debut, brought on "Creed II" director of photography Kramer Morgenthau to execute his vision for the third and most ambitious film in the franchise yet. That ambition came from the decision to shoot the boxing scenes using IMAX cameras, a first

en

93:39

"Scream VI"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2023/03/11

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Amy Smith, Josh Parham & guest Ryan C. Showers to discuss "Scream VI" starring Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Courteney Cox, Hayden Panettiere, Dermot Mulroney, Jack Champion, Liana Liberato, Josh Segarra, Tony Revolori, Henry Czerny, Devyn Nekoda & Samara Weaving. Tune in as we discuss the change in setting to New York City, the continuation of the story from "Scream," the absence of Neve Campbell, the brutal

en

All Episodes

Similar Podcasts

Kino+

Rocket Beans TV

The Michael Scott Podcast Company

Ordinary Things Media

The Important Cinema Club

Justin Decloux and Will Sloan

Faithful to... Television Podcast

W!ZARD Studios

Awards Radar: The Podcast

AwardsRadar.com