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Episode 396 - Tribeca Festival 2024 Begins, "Venom: The Last Dance" & "Piece By Piece" Trailers

For Episode 396, Josh Parham, Cody Dericks, and I are here to discuss the beginning of the 2024 Tribeca Festival, answer fan questions, and go over random bits of news within the entertainment industry over the past week. We also go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Venom: The Last Dance," "Piece By Piece," and more. Thank you, as always, for listening and your support. We hope you enjoy it! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 9, 20241h 27m

"Bad Boys: Ride Or Die"

For this week's main podcast review, Giovanni Lago and I are reviewing the fourth entry in the "Bad Boys" franchise with "Bad Boys: Ride Or Die," starring Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig, Paola Núñez, Eric Dane, Ioan Gruffudd, Rhea Seehorn, Jacob Scipio, Melanie Liburd, Tasha Smith, Tiffany Haddish & Joe Pantoliano. With Adil & Bilall returning to direct following the success of "Bad Boys For Life," the film is the second major release for Smith since the Oscars slap and is arriving at a time when the summer movie box office needs a boost. What did we think of it? Tune in as we discuss the story, Smith and Lawrence's chemistry, the action, the comedy, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 8, 202450 min

Interview With "Masters Of The Air" & "Manhunt" Actor Anthony Boyle

Anthony Boyle has taken over Apple TV+. The Irish star, previously best known for roles in The "The Plot Against America," "Tolkien," and "Tetris," stars in two Emmy-contending limited series for the streamer. In the World War II epic "Masters Of The Air," Boyle is Air Force Lieutenant Harry Crosby, a good man determined to get his boys home safely, with Boyle's narration grounding the lush, character and CGI-heavy series. But Boyle's talent truly shines in the stark contrast between his roles. In "Manhunt," he takes on the infamous American villain John Wilkes Booth, a role that required a completely different physicality and mental preparation from the Olivier-winning theater actor turned TV star. In conversation with Boyle, what stands out most is not just his impressive range, finally on proper display for American audiences, but also the careful consideration Boyle took in crafting these intimate portrayals. Please be sure to check out the shows, which are now available to stream on AppleTV+ and are up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 7, 202414 min

"Winter's Bone"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL EPISODE. Please check out the full podcast episode on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Our 2010 retrospective continues with Debra Granik's hit award-winning indie film "Winter's Bone" starring Jennifer Lawrence, John Hawkes, Kevin Breznahan, Dale Dickey, Garret Dillahunt, Sheryl Lee & Tate Taylor. Catapulting Lawrence to a new phase of her career, the film was a hit with critics and audiences, and it would receive four Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress. How do we feel about the dark rural drama all these years later? Please tune in and listen to Ema Sasic, Lauren LaMagna, Dan Bayer, Alyssa Christian, Danilo Castro & Will Mavity, and I discuss our thoughts on the direction, writing, performances, atmosphere, tone, cinematography, its awards season run, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for all your support, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 6, 202424 min

Interview With "The Morning Show" Writer Bill Kennedy

"The Morning Show" was one of Apple's first massive television shows, attracting the talent of Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and more. Now, with its third season, the popular show is looking to achieve more success with the Television Academy by earning its first Emmy nominations for Outstanding Drama Series and Writing For A Drama Series. Episode 3x07, "Strict Security," writer Bill Kennedy was kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about his work on the episode, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the show, which is now available to stream on Apple TV+ and is up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 5, 202418 min

Interview With "The Fall Of The House Of Usher" Actress Carla Gugino

"The Fall Of The House Of Usher" is the latest horror miniseries from acclaimed director Mike Flanagan, the creative mind behind "The Haunting of Hill House," "Midnight Mass," "Hush," "Gerald's Game," "Doctor Sleep" and more. One of his frequent collaborators has been actress Carla Gugino, who always delivers stellar work in all of his projects, but with "The Fall Of The House Of Usher," she recently received a Critics Choice Award Nomination for Best Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television. Receiving critical acclaim for her performance in miniseries, Gugino was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about her work, her collaboration with Flanagan, and more. Please be sure to check out the show, which is now available to stream on Netflix and is up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 4, 202418 min

Interview With "Handling The Undead" Director/Co-Writer Thea Hvistendahl

"Handling The Undead" had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its chilling atmosphere, subdued approach to the zombie genre, makeup effects, and performances. Director and co-writer Thea Hvistendahl was kind enough to spend a few minutes chatting with us about her second directorial feature, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in theaters from NEON. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3, 202416 min

Episode 395 - Disappointing Box Office, Tribeca Festival Preview, "Wolfs" & "The Outrun" Trailers

For Episode 395, Dan Bayer, Giovanni Lago, and I are here to discuss the disappointing box office results so far this summer and give a final preview of the 2024 Tribeca Festival. We also go over the polls, answer your fan-submitted questions, give our reactions to the trailers for "Wolfs," "The Outrun," and more. Thank you, as always, for listening. Your support means the world to us. Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 2, 20241h 44m

"Young Woman And The Sea"

For this week's main podcast review, Ema Sasic & Dan Bayer, and I are reviewing the Disney inspirational sports drama, "Young Woman And The Sea," starring Daisy Ridley, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Stephen Graham, Kim Bodnia, Sian Clifford, Christopher Eccleston & Glenn Fleshler. Directed by Joachim Rønning and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the true story evokes the fondest memories of other live-action Disney productions such as "Remember The Titans" and "Cool Runnings." What did we think of it? Tune in as we discuss the story, Ridley's performance, the swimming scenes, the powerfully stirring score by Amelia Warner, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 1, 20241h 7m

Interview With "The Dead Don't Hurt" Director/Writer Viggo Mortensen & Star Vicky Krieps

"The Dead Don't Hurt" had its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received decent reviews for its direction by Academy Award-nominee Viggo Mortensen, his score, and the performances from him and Vicky Krieps. An emotionally sweeping romance set against the backdrop of the old West, Mortensen and Krieps were both kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their views on the material, working alongside each other, and more. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in theaters from Shout! Studios. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 202417 min

Interview With "In A Violent Nature" Director/Writer Chris Nash

"In A Violent Nature" had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received strong notices for its direction by Chris Nash, which takes the approach of telling a slasher film from the perspective of the serial killer rather than the victims. The film disgusted audiences with its brutal and highly meticulous kills and is now being released in theaters by IFC Films, with a streaming release on Shudder set for later this year. Nash was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about his feature directorial debut. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released in limited release in the U.S. by IFC Films on May 31st. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 202417 min

Interview With "Expats" Star Sarayu Blue

"Expats" was the much-anticipated miniseries from director Lulu Wang following her excellent feature film "The Farewell." It premiered on Amazon Prime Video on January 26th and received critical acclaim for Wang's direction and the performances. Critics particularly singled out Actress Sarayu Blue for her powerful breakout role, which stole the show from the top-billed Nicole Kidman. Blue was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about her work on the show, what the experience meant to her, what she hopes audiences will take away from the show, what she has coming up next in her career, and more. Please be sure to check out the show, which is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and is up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 202422 min

Interview With Director Kelsey Mann & Producer Mark Nielsen Previewing "Inside Out 2"

Ahead of the June 14th release of "Inside Out 2," Next Best Picture got an early look at the film, including its first 30 minutes. Check out our conversation with director Kelsey Mann and producer Mark Nielsen about making the film and why they're excited for audiences to finally see it. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 202413 min

The Next Best Series Podcast: Episode 42 - Random Emmy Thoughts & Trailers For "Presumed Innocent" & "Eric"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL EPISODE. Please check out the full podcast episode on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture On Episode 42 of the Next Best Series Podcast, I'm joined by guests Shadan Larki from InSession Film and Joey Moser from Awards Daily. Together, we go over random thoughts about the current state of the Emmy Awards race, discuss the trailers for "Presumed Innocent" & "Eric," answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! This episode was recorded at the beginning of the month, prior to my leaving for the Cannes Film Festival, so some of the information may be out of date, but we will have another episode coming your way shortly. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy it. Thank you! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 202420 min

Episode 394 - Final 2024 Cannes Film Festival Recap, Award Winners & The "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" Trailer

For Episode 394, Josh Parham and I are back home from the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, and we have much to discuss. Please join us, along with Sara Clements, Nadia Dalimonte, and Dan Bayer, as they hang on our every word about the films we saw, our reactions to the 2024 award winners, including Sean Baker's "Anora" winning the coveted Palme d'Or and more! Tune in as we touch on "The Substance," "The Apprentice," "Horizon: An American Saga," "Flow," "All We Imagine As Light," "Grand Tour," "The Shrouds," "Parthenope," "The Seed Of The Sacred Fig," and "The Count Of Monte-Cristo," as we deliver our final Cannes recap, go over the polls, answer your fan-submitted questions, give our reactions to the trailer for "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" and more. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 26, 20242h 50m

"Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga"

For this week's main podcast review, Josh Parham and I recorded our review for George Miller's "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" shortly after watching the film at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where it had its world premiere. Because this was such a large film and we didn't want to leave other members of the NBP team out, we asked those who wanted to contribute their thoughts to record themselves separately and send them in. So, throughout our SPOILER-FILLED review, you will also hear from Ema Sasic and Brendan Hodges. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke, Alyla Browne, Lachy Hulme, Nathan Jones, Charlee Fraser, Josh Helman, John Howard & Angus Sampson, the anticipated prequel to the Oscar-winning "Mad Max: Fury Road" finds George Miller back in the desert again giving us another entry in the "Mad Max" franchise. What did we think of the story, performances, action set pieces, and the bonkers glorious craftsmanship on display? Tune in as we discuss these elements, its awards potential, and more in our review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 25, 20241h 36m

"127 Hours"

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 2010 retrospective continues with Danny Boyle's "127 Hours" starring James Franco, Amber Tamblyn & Kate Mara. Based on the incredible true story of Aaron Ralston, the film was Boyle's anticipated follow-up to his Oscar-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire." Reuniting with his collaborators and getting a career-best performance out of Franco, the film earned six Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. How has the survival drama held up all these years? Please tune in and listen to Sara Clements, Dan Bayer , and me discuss our thoughts on the direction, cinematography, editing, Franco's performance, its awards season run, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for all your support, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 202419 min

Episode 393 - The 2024 Cannes Film Festival (So Far), "Megalopolis," "Kinds Of Kindness" & "Emilia Perez"

For Episode 393, I am joined by Josh Parham on the Croisette in France for the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. In this week's episode, we take a break from the film festival at the midway point to discuss the various films we've been watching, including "Megalopolis," "Emilia Perez," "Kinds Of Kindness," "Oh Canada," "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," "Bird," "Rumours," "The Girl With The Needle," and more! There are no weekly poll recaps or answers to your fan-submitted questions, but we hope you enjoy hearing about what movies you have to look forward to with another recap to come for the second week of the festival next week! Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 20241h 16m

"IF"

For this week's main podcast review, because I'm in Cannes, Daniel Howat takes over hosting duties along with Giovanni Lago to discuss John Krasinski's new film "IF," starring himself, Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, Fiona Shaw, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr. & Steve Carell. What do these two think of this family film? Tune in as they discuss the story, performances, visual effects, Krasinski's move from the horror of "A Quiet Place" to a family film, and more in their SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 18, 202441 min

Interviews With "Thelma The Unicorn" Stars Brittany Howard, Will Forte, Directors Jared Hess & Lynn Wang

"Thelma The Unicorn" is the new animated Netflix film written by Jared and Jerusha Hess ("Napoleon Dynamite" & "Naco Libre") and directed by Jared Hess and Lynn Wang. Based on the children's book series of the same name by Aaron Blabey, the children's animated musical stars the voice talents of Brittany Howard, Will Forte, Jemaine Clement, Edi Patterson, Fred Armisen, Zach Galifianakis, Jon Heder, and Shondrella Avery. Howard, making her acting debut with this film, was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about her experience making the film, as did Will Forte and directors Jared Hess and Lynn Wang. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now available to stream on Netflix. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 17, 202419 min

Interview With "Babes" Director Pamela Adlon

"Babes" had its world premiere at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its writing, direction, performances, and comedy from Ilana Glazer & Michelle Buteau. Director Pamela Adlon was kind enough to spend a few minutes talking with us about her feature directorial film. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released in limited release in the U.S. by NEON on May 17th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 202417 min

Interview With "Power" Director Yance Ford

"Power" had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its direction and exploration of policing in America from Yance Ford, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker of "Strong Island." Ford was kind enough to spend a few minutes talking with us about his film, his thoughts on working with Netflix, what he hopes for regarding the future of the Sundance Film Festival, and more. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in limited release in the U.S. and will be available to stream on Netflix on May 17th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 202427 min

Episode 392 - Final 2024 Cannes Preview, "Treasure," "Thelma," "Firebrand" & "Fancy Dance" Trailers

For Episode 392, I am joined by Dan Bayer & Giovanni Lago. In this week's episode, we are delivering our final preview for the 2024 Cannes Film Festival (hours before I actually leave on my flight to go to France), give our reactions to the trailers for "Thelma, "Treasure," "Handling The Undead," "Good One," "Firebrand," "Fancy Dance," "Mother, Couch," "Ghostlight" & "Green Border," go over the weekly polls, answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! Thank you, and enjoy this episode, next week, we'll report to you from the Cannes Film Festival. Au revoir! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 20241h 34m

"Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes"

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Cody Dericks, Brendan Hodges, Tom O'Brien & Will Mavity. Today, we are reviewing the latest film from "The Maze Runner" director Wes Ball, "Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes," starring Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon & William H. Macy. Set many generations after the events of "War For The Planet Of The Apes," this new entry in the decades-spanning "Planet Of The Apes" franchise introduces us to new characters and continues the legacy of the critically acclaimed re-booted 2010's trilogy. What did we think of the performances, motion capture technology, story, score, and thrilling action? Please tune in as we discuss these points and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 11, 20242h 5m

Interview With "3 Body Problem" Actor Jovan Adepo

"3 Body Problem" is the new Netflix television series adaptation created by "Game Of Thrones" showrunners David Benioff and D. B. Weiss, along with Alexander Woo. Based on the Hugo Award-winning Chinese novel "The Three-Body Problem" by Liu Cixin, the show is a dense, ambitious, and highly impressive piece of sci-fi. Emmy Award nominee Jovan Adepo ("Watchmen"), who plays Dr. Saul Durand in the show, was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about working on the show, his character, his reaction to the response towards "Babylon," and more. Please be sure to check out the show, which is now available to stream on Netflix and is up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 10, 202426 min

"Blue Valentine"

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 2010 retrospective is continuing with Derek Cianfrance's devastating, emotional relationship drama, "Blue Valentine," starring Michelle Williams and Ryan Gosling. A small indie film that garnered massive critical acclaim for its performances, naturalism captured by Cianfrance, and its brutal honesty, how does the film hold up today? Please tune in and listen to Ema Sasic, Nadia Dalimonte, Alyssa Christian, and me discuss our thoughts on the writing, performances, editing, direction, its awards season run, controversial initial NC-17 rating, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for all your support, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 202422 min

Interview With "Loki" Actress Sophia Di Martino

"Loki" was a huge success for Marvel and Disney+ when it was released in 2021. Not many expected to get a second season since it was initially billed as a limited series. However, Season 2 was eventually announced, and with it came a whole new chapter in the character's journey. However, one of the newest characters introduced nearly stole the spotlight from everyone's favorite Asgardian god, and that was his variant, Sylvie, played by Sophia Di Martino. The English actress was kind enough to spend a few minutes with us discussing her role in season 2 and what she hopes for from the character in the future. Please be sure to check out the show, which is now available to stream on Disney+ and is up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8, 202415 min

Interviews With "Fellow Travelers" Costume Designer Joseph La Corte & Production Designer Anastasia Masaro

"Fellow Travelers" is a historical romance political thriller miniseries that has garnered a pretty devoted following since its premiere in October 2023. Based on the 2007 novel by Thomas Mallon, the show has received critical acclaim for its writing, craftsmanship, and performances from Matt Bomer and Critics Choice Award winner Jonathan Bailey. Costume Designer Joseph La Corte and Production Designer Anastasia Masaro were kind enough to talk with us about their contributions to the show. Please be sure to check out the show, which is now available to stream on Paramount+ with Showtime and is up for your consideration in all eligible Emmy categories. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 202443 min

Interview With "Evil Does Not Exist" Composer Eiko Ishibashi

"Evil Does Not Exist" had its world premiere at the 2023 Venice International Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its direction and writing from Ryūsuke Hamaguchi, and score by Japanese singer-songwriter and musician Eiko Ishibashi. Following their collaboration on the Oscar-winning film, "Drive My Car," the two intended to make a 30-minute short film accompanied by a live score. But as the production got lengthier and the shoot went along, Hamaguchi decided to turn it into a feature film with dialogue, which is the film we have today. Ishibashi was kind enough to sit and talk with us about her latest work which can be listened to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in limited release in the U.S. from Sideshow/Janus Films. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 202417 min

Episode 391 - The 2024 Summer Movie Season, "Mufasa: The Lion King" & "Lee" Trailers

For Episode 391, I am joined by Lauren LaMagna, Josh Parham, and Dan Bayer. In this week's episode, we preview which films we're most looking forward to seeing during the 2024 Summer movie season. We also go over the weekly polls, give our reactions to the trailers for Mufasa: The Lion King and Lee, answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 5, 20241h 47m

"The Fall Guy"

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Dan Bayer, Cody Dericks & Giovanni Lago. Today, we are reviewing the latest film from stuntman turned director David Leitch, "The Fall Guy," starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Hannah Waddingham & Stephanie Hsu. After its world premiere at the SXSW Film Festival, this love letter to the stunt community is now playing in theaters, but what did we think of it? Please tune in as we discuss the romance and chemistry between Blunt and Gosling, the action and stunts, the comedy, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 20241h 36m

The Next Best Theatre Podcast: Episode 54 - The 2024 Tony Award Nominations

The nominations for the 77th annual Tony Awards were announced earlier this week and were led by "Hell's Kitchen" and "Stereophonic," with 13 nominations each. "The Outsiders" followed closely behind with 12 nominations. What did Cody Dericks, Lauren LaMagna, Dan Bayer & Tom O'Brien think of this year's nominees? Which nominations surprised them, made them happy, and left them feeling the most disappointed? Tune in below to listen to their thoughts and find out. NBT will return with a winner predictions episode shortly before the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16th. Thank you for all of your support. Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 3, 202443 min

Interview With "I Saw The TV Glow" Director/Writer Jane Schoenbrun & Star Brigette Lundy-Paine

"I Saw The TV Glow" had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received some of the best reviews of the festival for its striking directorial vision from Jane Schoenbrun ("We're All Going To The World's Fair"), haunting soundscape, unforgettable images, and captivating performances from Justice Smith and Brigette Lundy-Paine. Schoenbrun and Lundy-Paine were kind enough to spend a few minutes speaking with us about their work on the film. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released in theaters by A24 on May 3rd. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 202412 min

Interview With "The Idea Of You" Director/Writer Michael Showalter

"The Idea Of You" had its world premiere at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for the chemistry between stars Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine and its mature writing and commentary on age-gap relationships, self-worth, prejudice towards middle-aged women, and more. Director and co-writer Michael Showalter ("Spoiler Alert") returned to the podcast and was kind enough to spend a few minutes speaking with us about his work on the film. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be available to stream on Amazon Prime Video on May 2nd. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 202419 min

Interview With "Evil Does Not Exist" Director/Writer Ryusuke Hamaguchi

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "Evil Does Not Exist" had its world premiere at the 2023 Venice International Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its direction, writing, ambiguous ending, and commentary on climate change. Academy Award-nominee Ryusuke Hamaguchi ("Wheel Of Fortune And Fantasy") became a household name after his previous film, "Drive My Car," was nominated for four Oscars, winning Best International Feature Film, so naturally, anticipation for his follow-up was sky high. He was kind enough to sit and talk with us about his latest work during the New York Film Festival last year, where it also screened. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released this weekend in American theaters from Sideshow/Janus Films. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 202420 min

Interview With "The Fall Guy" Director David Leitch

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "The Fall Guy" had its world premiere at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival, where it received positive reactions for its practical action, reverence for stunts, and the humor and chemistry between the film's stars, Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling. Director David Leitch has had a successful career as a stuntman turned director and has continuously showcased these brave creatives in the best light through his production company, 87North Productions. His latest work represents his most ambitious and personal effort yet, and he was kind enough to spend a few minutes talking with us about the passion he and his crew poured into it, how much closer we are to seeing an Oscar created for stunt performers, and more. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released this weekend in theaters from Universal Pictures. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29, 202417 min

Episode 390 - New Oscar Rules, Cannes Additions, "Deadpool & Wolverine" & "Blink Twice" Trailers

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs For Episode 390, I am joined by Josh Parham, Nadia Dalimonte, and Will Mavity. In this week's episode, we react to the new rules and regulations AMPAS announced for the 97th Academy Awards and the additions to the 2024 Cannes Film Festival lineup. We also go over the weekly polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Deadpool & Wolverine," "Blink Twice," and "The Watchers," answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 28, 20241h 44m

"Challengers"

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Dan Bayer, Sara Clements, Cody Dericks, Giovanni Lago & guest Lauren Cohen. Today, we are reviewing the latest film from Luca Guadagnino, "Challengers," starring Zendaya, Josh O'Connor & Mike Faist. Hot, sweaty, sexy, dramatic, and exhilarating are some of the words that have been used to describe this steamy love triangle set in the sports world of tennis. But what did we think of it, though? Tune in to find out as we discuss the writing, direction, performances, thumping score, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 27, 20241h 58m

The Next Best Series Podcast: Episode 41 - First Emmy Predictions, "Baby Reindeer," "Shōgun," "Fallout," "Ripley" & "Sugar"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL EPISODE. Please check out the full podcast episode on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs On Episode 41 of the Next Best Series Podcast, I'm joined by Ema Sasic & Giovanni Lago to discuss our first nomination predictions for the 2024 Emmy Awards. We go over the shows we've been watching recently, including "Baby Reindeer," "Shōgun," "Fallout," "Ripley" & "Sugar," answer your fan-submitted questions and more! Hopefully, we'll post another new episode in three weeks, but you can expect many more television interviews soon on the podcast! Thank you for your continued support. We hope you enjoy this episode and all the others still to come this Emmy season. Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 26, 202429 min

"The Kids Are All Right"

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 SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs Our 2010 retrospective continues with Lisa Cholodenko's Best Picture nominee "The Kids Are All Right," starring Annette Bening, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, Mia Wasikowska & Josh Hutcherson. At the time of its release, this was considered a progressive LBGT film that went mainstream with not just critics but with the Academy (and was a box office hit relative to its budget); how does the film hold up today fourteen years later? Tune in as I, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Patreon guest Jack Greenwood discuss our thoughts on the writing, performances, its awards season run, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for all your support, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 202422 min

Interview With “Boy Kills World” Director Moritz Mohr

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "Boy Kills World" had its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received positive reactions for its bonkers creativity, wild action, and bloody violence. Filmmaker Moritz Mohr was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about his directorial debut, which had a proof of concept so wild and imaginative it managed to bring Sam Raimi on board as a producer, and Bill Skarsgård, Jessica Rothe, Michelle Dockery, Famke Janssen, Sharlto Copley, Brett Gelman, Isaiah Mustafa, and Andrew Koji to star. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released this weekend in theaters from Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions. Thank you and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 202419 min

Interview With "Challengers" Screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "Challengers" was initially supposed to have its world premiere at the 2023 Venice International Film Festival before it was delayed to the spring of 2024 due to the 2023 Hollywood strikes. Now, Luca Guadagnino's latest is finally coming to theaters this weekend, starring Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist. Screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about his inspiration for the film, some of the choices he made with the characters and narrative structure, his support for his wife, Celine Song, during her awards season run for "Past Lives," a tease for his next collaboration with Guadgnino on "Queer" starring Daniel Craig and more. Please be sure to check out the film, and be careful as there is one question (there's a warning before it's asked) during the interview, which is a spoiler. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 23, 202417 min

Interviews With "Stress Positions" Star John Early & Director Theda Hammel

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "Stress Positions" had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received solid reviews for its capturing of the chaotic, messy, and stressful COVID-19 pandemic lifestyle in Brooklyn, NY, during lockdown from a queer perspective. Producer and star John Early, as well as director, writer, and star Theda Hammel, were both kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their experiences in making the film. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in select theaters from NEON. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22, 202435 min

Episode 389 - The 2024 Tribeca Festival Lineup, Tarantino Scraps "The Movie Critic," "Trap" & "Transformers One" Trailers

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs For Episode 389, I am joined by Josh Parham, Alyssa Christian & Giovanni Lago. In this week's episode, we react to the 2024 Tribeca Festival lineup, additions to the Cannes Film Festival lineup, and various other pieces of film news that dropped this week, including Quentin Tarantino's decision to scrap "The Movie Critic" as his tenth (and supposedly final) film. We also go over the weekly polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Trap" and "Transformers One," answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 21, 20242h 0m

"Abigail"

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Cody Dericks, Giovanni Lago & Tom O'Brien. Today, we are reviewing the latest film from Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (otherwise known as Radio Silence), "Abigail," starring Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, Alisha Weir, Kathryn Newton, William Catlett, Kevin Durand, Angus Cloud & Giancarlo Esposito. It is a campy, bloody, gruesome, fun time where a group of criminals discover the little girl they've kidnapped is, in fact, a ballerina vampire; what's not to love? Tune in to find out as we discuss the premise, performances, gory special effects, writing, and more for this bonkers film in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 20, 20241h 7m

Interviews With "We Grown Now" Stars Lil Rel Howery, Jurnee Smollett & Director Minhal Baig

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "We Grown Now" had its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received strong reviews for its direction, performances, and story about two young friends who come of age in the Cabrini-Green housing complex during the early 1990s. Director, writer, and producer Minhal Baig and actors Lil Rel Howery & Jurnee Smollett were kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their experiences making the film. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in select theaters from Sony Pictures Classics. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 19, 202434 min

Interview With "The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare" Screenwriter Arash Amel

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare" is a slick, suave, and effortlessly cool WWII action film directed by Guy Ritchie with a star-studded cast that includes Henry Cavill, Eiza González, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Babs Olusanmokun, Henry Golding & Cary Elwes. Pulling from real-life history based on the Damien Lewis book "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: How Churchill's Secret Warriors Set Europe Ablaze and Gave Birth to Modern Black Ops" co-writer Arash Amel set out to create "The Dirty Dozen meets Oceans Eleven, directed by Guy Ritchie." Amel was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about his experience writing the film which is now playing in theaters from Lionsgate. Please be sure to check out the film and enjoy our conversation. Thank you! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 18, 202426 min

Interview With "Blood For Dust" Actor Scoot McNairy

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs Scoot McNairy has been one of the world's best and most reliable character actors ever since his career took off in the early 2010s with films such as "Monsters," "Argo," "Killing Them Softly," "12 Years A Slave" and more. His latest role in "Blood For Dust," which had its world premiere at last year's Tribeca Festival, finds him playing an everyday salesman caught up in the dangerous world of crime in Montana during the 1990s, co-starring Kit Harington, Josh Lucas, Stephen Dorff. McNairy was generous enough to spend some time talking about his experience making the film, his career, and upcoming projects such as "Nightbitch," "Speak No Evil," and "A Complete Unknown." Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released by The Avenue in theaters and will be on digital on April 19th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 17, 202426 min

Interviews With "The Greatest Hits" Stars Lucy Boynton, Justin H. Min & Director Ned Benson

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "The Greatest Hits" had its world premiere at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its supernatural love story built around music. Stars Lucy Boynton, Justin H. Min, and Director/Writer Ned Benson ("The Disappearance Of Eleanor Rigby") were kind enough to spend a few minutes speaking with us about their experience making the film. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now available to stream on Hulu. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 16, 202423 min

Interview With "Irena's Vow" Actress Sophie Nélisse

SIGN UP FOR REGAL UNLIMITED W/ PROMO CODE - REGALNBP24 - https://regmovies.onelink.me/4207629222/q4j9urzs "Irena's Vow" had its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for Sophie Nélisse's performance as Irena Gut Opdyke, a Polish nurse who helped to shelter and protect Jewish people during the Holocaust by hiding them in the cellar of the home where she was employed as a housekeeper by Nazi officer Eduard Rügemer. Nélisse was kind enough to spend some time talking with us about her experience making the film, how it compares to her time working on "The Book Thief," who she has coming up next in her career, and more. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in select theaters from Quiver Distribution in the U.S. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 15, 202419 min