The Next Best Picture Podcast

34:03

Interview With "Soul" Screenwriter, Mike Jones

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/21

Disney Pixar's "Soul" is one of the year's most anticipated films. Set to premiere earlier this year the 2020 Cannes Film Festival and release shortly after, the film's release was pushed to Christmas Day where it will be seen my millions of people all over the world on the streaming platform Disney+. The film is yet another heartfelt and transcendent story from the brilliant minds over at Pixar. Daniel Howat previously had the opportunity to pre-screen the film and interview many of the creative

en

78:43

Episode 225 - NYFCC Winners, 2021 Sundance Lineup &...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/20

For Episode 225, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Josh Parham & Dan Bayer. This week we discuss the beginning of the critics prizes starting with NYFCC, the 2021 Sundance Film Festival Lineup, Christmas movies that are not Christmas movies (which is the theme for this week's polls) and the trailer for "Nomadland." We also answer your fan questions and more! Happy Holidays from all of us here at Next Best Picture to all of you! Next week we will return to discuss the end of 2020. Stay healthy. Stay

en

87:55

"Ma Rainey's Black Bottom"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/19

For this week's main review, I am joined by Amanda Spears, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Ryan C. Showers. This week we're discussing the latest film on Netflix, which is another stage to screen adaptation from Tony Award winning playwright August Wilson ("Fences") titled "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," starring Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman. Already a big Oscar contender, the film was suddenly thrusted into the spotlight earlier this year with the tragic passing of one of its stars, Chadwick Boseman. With

en

50:48

"Minari"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/17

For this week's third podcast film review, I am joined by Dan Bayer, Lauren LaMagna & Tom O'Brien. Today, we are reviewing one of the best films of 2020. It's the little movie that could from everyone's favorite indie studio, A24, Lee Isaac Chung's "Minari." Premiering earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival and starring Steven Yeun ("Burning") with one of the best ensembles of the year, the film has built up a tremendous amount of buzz through stellar reviews and word of mouth. Although it

en

67:02

"Wolfwalkers"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/15

For this week's second podcast film review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer, Ryan C. Showers & Cody Dericks. Today, we are reviewing the new animated film from Tomm Moore ("The Secret Of Kells" & "Song Of The Sea") titled "Wolfwalkers," which he co-directed with Ross Stewart. The film had its world premiere at the 2020 Toronto International Film Festival and has since gone on to garner acclaim by pretty much all those who watch it. It's currently streaming on Apple TV+ and stars

en

20:06

Interview With "Wolfwalkers" Directors Tomm Moore &...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/14

Tomm Moore has been crafting some of the best animated films of the last decade including "The Secret of Kells" and "Song Of The Sea." Now, teaming up with Ross Stewart, the two's latest film "Wolfwalkers," which had its premiere at this year's Toronto International Film Festival and is currently playing on AppleTV+, is taking the animation world by storm. Already hailed as one of the best animated films of the year (and one of the year's best films in general), the film is a gorgeously animated and

en

85:03

Episode 224 - 2020 Disney Investor Day & Trailers For...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/13

For Episode 224, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Lauren La Magna, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Tom O'Brien. This week we're discussing all of the major announcements from this week's Disney Investor Day which involved new projects from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars. We also go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "French Exit," "Pinocchio" & "Herself," answer your fan-submitted questions and more! We hope you enjoy! This episode of the Next Best Picture Podcast is proudly

en

89:05

"The Prom"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/12

For this week's main review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Michael Schwartz, Dan Bayer, Cody Dericks & Tom O'Brien. This week we're discussing the latest film on Netflix. From director Ryan Murphy, we have the screen adaptation of the Tony Award nominated musical, "The Prom," starring Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, Keegan-Michael Key, Andrew Rannells, Ariana DeBose, Kerry Washington & Jo Ellen Pellman. A big popcorn musical just in time for the holidays, join us as we discuss the

en

89:14

"Nomadland"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/10

For this week's third podcast film review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Josh Parham, Casey Lee Clark, Dan Bayer & Ryan C. Showers. Today, we are discussing one of the year's most anticipated and highly acclaimed films, Chloé Zhao's "Nomadland" starring Frances McDormand. Winner of the Venice Film Festival's Golden Lion and the Audience Award at this year's Toronto International Film Festival, this is easily one of the year's best films (if not, the best) and we have a lot to talk about with this

en

60:23

"Sound Of Metal"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/08

For this week's second podcast film review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Cody Dericks. Today, we are discussing the long anticipated "Sound Of Metal" starring Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke and Paul Raci. The film premiered at last year's Toronto International Film Festival to positive reviews and is now playing on Amazon Prime Video to an even stronger reception, including Oscar buzz. What did we think of the film's story, performances, sound work and more? Take a listen down below to find

en

18:28

Interview With "I'm Your Woman" Star, Rachel Brosnahan

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/07

Rachel Brosnahan has made quite a name for herself with television roles in "House Of Cards" and her multiple Emmy award winning work on "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." This success has allowed for her to transition as a leading lady to the big screen in several high-profile projects recently and one of those is director Julia Hart's "I'm Your Woman." making its debut at the 2020 AFI Film Festival, the film is currently playing in limited release and will be on Amazon Prime Video this weekend. Rachel

en

112:56

Episode 223 - Warner Bros. Moves 2021 Slate To HBO...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/06

For Episode 223, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Josh Parham & Dan Bayer. This week we're discussing Warner Bros. decision to release their entire 2021 slate on HBO Max. We also announce the winners for both the NBP Film Community & NBP Film Awards for 2016, thus ending our retrospective for that film year. We also go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "The Mauritanian" & "The Dig," answer your fan-submitted questions and more! We hope you enjoy! This episode is proudly

en

102:58

"Mank"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/05

For this week's main review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Ryan C. Showers. This week we're discussing the newest film from director David Fincher and one of the year's biggest Oscar contenders: "Mank." Starring Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried, Charles Dance, Arliss Howard & Lily Collins, the film depicts the inspiration for the greatest film of all time, "Citizen Kane." Shot in black and white, with a mono soundscape and immaculate period recreation, the film is a technical

en

20:33

Interview With "Black Bear" Director/Writer, Lawrence...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/03

"Black Bear" premiered earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival to positive reviews from critics who praised its performances, and wildly meta storyline. Starring Aubrey Plaza, Christopher Abbott and Sarah Gadon the film releases this weekend. Director and Writer Lawrence Michael Levine was kind enough to take a few moments to talk to us about the origin of the idea for the film, what the vibe was like on set, what some of his favorite moments were working with the actors, how his wife

en

17:45

Interview With "Uncle Frank" Star, Sophia Lillis

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/12/01

Young actress Sophia Lillis exploded in popularity with her starring role in 2017 "IT" remake and its sequel, followed by a role on HBO's "Sharp Objects." Now, she's teaming up with HBO alumni Alan Ball ("Six Feet Under") for his new film "Uncle Frank," starring Paul Bettany, Peter Macdissi, Judy Greer, Steve Zahn, Lois Smith, Margo Martindale & Stephen Root. Sophia was kind enough to take some time to chat with us about her character, what life has been like for her during quarantine, what it was

en

72:13

Episode 222 - Screener Season Begins & The Trailer...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/11/29

For Episode 222, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Casey Lee Clark, Josh Parham & Cody Dericks. This week we're discussing the beginning of screener season and how people might want to prioritize their screeners for end of the year awards. We also announce the nominations for the 2016 NBP Film Awards, go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailer for "Our Friend" answer your fan-submitted questions and more! We hope you enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe

en

48:20

"Happiest Season"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/11/28

For this week's main review, I am joined by Lauren LaMagna, Dan Bayer & Cody Dericks. This week we're discussing "Happiest Season," which debuted this week on Hulu just in time for the holiday season. With a lovable ensemble that includes, Kristen Stewart, Mackenzie Davis, Alison Brie, Aubrey Plaza, Daniel Levy, Victor Garber & Mary Steenburgen, this queer Christmas comedy was exactly the kind of movie we needed right now to put us in the holiday sprit. Tune in below to find out what we

en

21:49

The Next Best Theatre Podcast: Episode 36 - "The Prom"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/11/27

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL EPISODE. Please check out the full episode on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture For this month, we are talking about the wholesome Tony Award nominated musical "The Prom." The Broadway smash hit will be adapted into a feature length film next month, directed by Ryan Murphy. So, we wanted to come together about what makes the show work so well, what our favorite musical numbers are in it, what our hopes are for

en

74:44

"Hillbilly Elegy"

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/11/26

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! For this week's main review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Ryan C. Showers, Daniel Howat, Cody Dericks & Danilo Castro. This week we're discussing Ron Howard's latest film "Hillbilly Elegy" starring Amy Adams and Glenn Close. After receiving a negative reception from critics, what did the NBP team think of it once we saw it on Netflix? We discuss the film's politics (or lack of), performances, writing and more in our analysis of one of the year's most controversial

en

58:26

Interviews With "Sound Of Metal" Sound Supervisor...

The Next Best Picture Podcast ·

2020/11/24

"Sound Of Metal" is one of the best films of 2020 and we have a treat for you all today. We conducted three separate interviews talking with key people involved in the making of the film. First up is supervising sound editor Nicolas Becker, who takes us into one of the year's best soundscapes. Then we have writer/director Darius Marder who tells us about the screenplay, working with the deaf community and the actors of the film. And then we have someone who is part of both groups, actor Paul Raci

en

All Episodes

Similar Podcasts

Casabloga

The Rambler Network

Scenes From The Screen

Sean

The Reel Pineapple

The Reel Pineapple

The Stranger Things Podcast

Addi & Darrell Darnell

PWTorch VIP Audio