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Fresh of some of the best reviews of his career in Uncut Gems, Sandler earned raves again in the energetic, heart-on-its-sleeve sports drama Hustle, which premiered on Netflix earlier this year. On this week’s podcast he gets candid about finding projects that scare him, getting back on the road to do standup, and what he likes in modern comedy even if he can’t figure out TikTok.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

TAR premiered at the New York Film Festival this week to yet another set of raves, but Cate Blanchett's competition in best actress continues coming in hot. She's still the one to beat, but how much of a challenge will that third Oscar actually be? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The iconic actress gives her first interview since entering the Oscar race— surprisingly!— with the Searchlight Pictures film that never played in U.S. theaters. But she's got much more than awards on her mind in this wide-ranging conversation.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Now that Michelle Williams is going lead, the supporting actress is suddenly the most exciting Oscar race. Plus, a look ahead at the New York Flim Festival, the release of Bros and re-release of Avatar, and some intriguing rumors about how Apple might crash into the season.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Two of the breakout hits from the Toronto International Film Festival are now ready to dominate theaters. First, Rebecca Ford talks to Thuso Mbedu about her incredibly challenging debut film role in The Woman King, and how Viola Davis led the cast with not just strength, but humor. Then David Canfield talks to Billy Eichner about the long journey to Bros, and why he's always been ready to be more than Billy on the Street.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

With the Globes now officially back on TV, which movie campaigns will benefit most? Plus, a look at a busy weekend of Oscar and film festival events, The Woman King's box office success, and what happens now that The Fabelmans is the presumed best picture frontrunner—and how long that might last.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

After some deliberate time away from the spotlight, and then some pandemic delays, Dunham has two films out this year— and the latest, Catherine Called Birdy, is the YA book adaptation she's wanted to make for a decade, but only really could have made now.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Which movies will actually play well Stateside? Which Oscar campaigns may already be over? Richard Lawson and David Canfield report back with everything they saw at the Toronto International Film Festival.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Sheryl Lee Ralph's victory was an all-time highlight, but was the rest of the show up to her level? And how did she and the other winners celebrate once the cameras were off? Katey Rich, David Canfield, and Rebecca Ford break down the 2022 Emmys.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Forget the timed standing ovations and the spitting conspiracy theories— what really matters after the Venice and Telluride Film Festivals? Richard Lawson, Rebecca Ford, and David Canfield are here to report back, and look ahead to the Toronto International Film Festival, too.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Anthony Breznican talks to the actor who plays Prince Durin IV in the sprawling fantasy series, which is now airing on Prime Video.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

From Cate Blanchett as a menacing conductor to whatever Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu has in store with Bardo, there's a whole lot of movies to keep track of— and an entire Oscar race that will have taken shape by the time this weekend is over.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Playing a serial killer after a career as nice guys, Gleeson stretched himself for the FX series opposite Steve Carell— but also felt compelled to do something beyond your typical criminal mastermind. The Irish actor talks to David Canfield about what he's looking for at this point in his career, and figuring out what he had in common with a killer.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look at the latest news from the Spirits, the Academy, the Toronto Film Festival, and more, plus a special appearance from Vanity Fair's Natalie Jarvey to dive into the internal drama at HBO Max, and why people care so much about it in the first place.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

After 15 years of failed attempts, Noah Baumbach will be the one to bring Don Delillo's landmark 1985 novel to the big screen. So what to expect? Katey Rich, Rebecca Ford, and HIllary Busis dive into the social satire that inspired a thousand imitators, but remains surprisingly effective— and darkly funny.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Soon to be a feature film starring Timothee Chalamet, Bones & All had the potential to be the cannibal version of Twilight... even if that's not exactly what the book is at all. Also discussed on this week's episode: new developments from the New York and Toronto film festivals, the rumored comeback of the Golden Globes, and how Better Call Saul might be perfectly positioned to get its Emmy due at last.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Rebecca Ford and David Canfield catch up with two actresses who had breakout moments on television this year— and wildly different paths to this year’s Emmys. Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Vanity Fair's editor-in-chief Radhika Jones joins for a discussion of the book about the landmark Harvey Weinstein investigation, and what kind of soul-searching the movie adaptation might spark in Hollywood. Plus a look at this year's Emmy host, a new Academy president, and what a Harry Styles Oscar campaign might look like.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Emmy nominee claims he saw the role of Richard Sackler as a great opportunity that happened to come his way— but after building a career of scene-stealing acclaimed work, it's hard to believe anything as good as Michael Stuhlbarg's work happens by accident.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Among the many huge titles announced for the Toronto Film Festival last week was Women Talking, Sarah Polley's adaptation of the 2018 novel. To kick off our August book club series we discuss the novel and what the adaptation might look like, in addition to taking an even closer look at the fall festival lineups.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

He'll be the first to credit the writers of Succession for Roman Roy and every other irresistibly terrible member of that family— but over three seasons of the HBO drama series, Culkin has also been able to make the character his own. Here he talks to Rebecca Ford about returning to shoot season four, why Succession made him want to stick with acting, and where in the world Alan Ruck's Emmy nomination is.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Festival season is almost upon us! Which means lineup announcements. Richard, Rebecca, and David look at the big titles headed to Venice next month and dig into the ever-developing news from Toronto. Later in the episode, the team wonders whether Angela Bassett might be an Oscar contender for Wakanda Forever and debates the merits of the new release Nope.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David Canfield speaks with Dale Dickey, the consummate character actor best known for stealing scenes in Breaking Bad and Winter’s Bone, about a lifetime of making the most of small parts—leading to her brilliant first leading role, in the romantic indie A Love Song.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

With Top Gun: Maverick reigning as the undisputed box office champ of the summer, could a best actor Oscar for Tom Cruise actually happen? Plus, a look at the TIFF lineup, other possibilities for festival season, and a burning Emmy question.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A conversation with the creator and star of ABC's breakout hit comedy, who says the show's success has allowed her and the entire team "to believe in ourselves."For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

David Canfield talks to the star of the summery escapist comedy, who says making something light and frothy isn't necessarily easier than a dark Mike Leigh drama.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Succession and Ted Lasso reign supreme, Abbott Elementary and Yellowjackets have freshman surges, and the voters really, really love The White Lotus. Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Erin Vanderhoof joins Katey and David for a conversation about Bethan Roberts's novel about an unconventional relationship in 1950s Britain between a woman, her policeman husband, and his museum curator lover. The book has been adapted as a film starring Emma Corrin, David Downs, and Harry Styles as the policeman in the middle of the love triangle. It's set for release in theaters October 21 and on Prime Video November 4.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A conversation with the actor and creator of the sneaker-wearing shell who was a 2010 viral sensation, but might be even more resonant today.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look back at 2017's historic best picture winner, and how it still manages to surprise. Plus a discussion of the new class of Academy members and the ongoing drama behind the scenes at the Golden Globes.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A conversation with the star of the Apple TV+ series, who describes herself as “an actress of a thousand questions.”Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look back at the breakthrough 2011 film by Dee Rees, who had a huge Oscar hit a few years later with Mudbound but somehow escaped their attention the first time around. Plus a discussion of this year’s honorary Oscar winners, final Emmy voting discussion, and a look at the new Father of the Bride remake.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Three conversations with giants in their respective fields. Carmichael discusses the seismic impact of his comedy special Rothaniel and how he’s spending Pride month; Waititi explains why Our Flag Means Death rekindled his love of acting, and what he hopes comes next in season 2; and Howard discusses his pivot into documentary filmmaking— and how his approach to making movies lines up with what’s in his dreams. Rothaniel and Our Flag Means Death are both available to stream on HBO Max; We Feed People is on Disney+.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look back at the movie that earned Joan Cusack one of history's rare comedic Oscar nominations. Plus analysis of the Tony Awards and a discussion about Good Luck to You Leo Grande, which could have gotten Emma Thompson an Oscar nomination if it had actually played in theaters. For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

This episode was made in collaboration with Paramount+. Hosts Joe Reid and LaToya Ferguson discuss the ten-episode limited series The Offer, about the making of The Godfather, and Joe speaks with star Matthew Goode about his performance as legendary Paramount executive Robert Evans.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The star of Station Eleven revisits the pre and post-pandemic production of the pre and post-pandemic series, while writer/director/actor Raiff plots what's next in his Hollywood career— at 25, he's already got big plans.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The 2017 French submission for best international feature didn't even make the Oscar shortlist, which says a lot about how much the Academy has changed in the past five years. Plus, Richard Lawson and Chris Murphy are joined by Vulture's Jackson McHenry and Thrillist's Esther Zuckerman for a preview of Sunday's Tony Awards.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

This episode was made in collaboration with Hulu. Hosts Tara Ariano and LaToya Ferguson discuss the 10-episode limited series and its complex storytelling, and then creator Danny Strong weighs in on how the project came together and its ongoing impact.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Conversations with Euphoria's season 2 breakout star, whose Hollywood ambitions are only just getting started, and the recently Oscar-nominated star of the FX limited series Under the Banner of Heaven. Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

To kick off our Pride month Oscar Flashback series, we discuss the landmark 1955 melodrama Rebel Without a Cause, featuring what star Sal Mineo himself described as the first gay teenager in movies. Plus a look at the Cannes awards, Bradley Cooper’s Leonard Bernstein biopic, and the new Searchlight release Fire Island.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Conversations with the stars of two standout limited series based on true stories.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Richard Lawson and Rebecca Ford connect from the Croisette, where there's not exactly a clear Parasite-level success but much to discuss. And then Katey Rich and David Canfield catch up on the state of the Emmys comedy race, and weigh the odds of Mandy Moore not just snagging a nomination for the final season of This Is Us, but maybe even a win.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Two conversations with TV titans. First, Yohana Desta catches up with the hosts of Showtime's indispensable talk show Desus & Mero, then Julie Miller asks Jason Bateman all of her burning questions about the final season of Ozark.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jordan Hoffman joins to discuss his book The Star Trek Book of Friendship and the new series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. The episode also includes a look ahead at the Cannes Film Festival from Richard Lawson and Rebecca Ford, some thoughts on the new Oscar dates for next year, and many questions about what on earth is going on with the Golden Globes.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The two-time Emmy winner and television veteran explains why she took on yet another hugely challenging role on the Apple TV+ series— and why she's never looking to make it easier on herself.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look ahead at Cannes and the splashy Tom Cruise sequel that will open it, discussion of the Tony Award nominations and the SAG Awards leaving TBS and TNT, and a return discussion of HBO's The Staircase, which has only gotten more interesting as it goes on.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Two stars with two different Emmy eligible shows this year talk to Rebecca Ford and Katey Rich about their onscreen transformations.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look at yet another spring TV show centered on a white woman's death, this one HBO's The Staircase. Plus discussion of Everything Everywhere All at Once, the upcoming Men, and the success of Abbott Elementary.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Conversations with two actors having double-threat springs. First, David Canfield talks to Chloe Sevigny about her roles on The Girl From Plainville and Russian Doll, then Chris Murphy talks to Matt Rogers about I Love That For You and the upcoming film Fire Island. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A look at Netflix's sobering earnings report, and what might come next. Plus, a rundown of the many new TV shows premiering, including Barry, Better Call Saul, The Flight Attendant ,We Own This City, Under the Banner of Heaven, and more.Sign up to receive texts from us at Subtext. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices