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"On The Rocks"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman & Cody Dericks. This week we're discussing the news film from Sofia Coppola "On The Rocks," starring Rashida Jones, Bill Murray and Marlon Wayans. Currently streaming on AppleTV+, the film is a light and breezy offering from Coppola with another memorable performance from Bill Murray (their first collaboration since their Oscar-winning film "Lost In Translation"). What did we think of it? Tune in below to find out and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Nov 7, 202038 min

Interview With "Jungleland" Director & Writer, Max Winkler

Director and writer Max Winkler's newest film "Jungleland," debuted at last year's Toronto International Film Festival to positive reviews and it has taken over a year for the film to get released for audiences to see. He was very kind to take a few minutes to talk to us about working with actors Charlie Hunnam, Jack O'Connell, Jessica Barden, Jonathan Majors and John Cullum. He also went into his collaboration with cinematographer Damian Garcia, his inspirations for the film and more. Take a listen below and be sure to check out the film this weekend! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Nov 6, 202023 min

"Florence Foster Jenkins"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Our 2016 retrospective continues as we attempt to cover a few missing podcast reviews which we did not complete the year the site launched. This will culminate in NBP Film Community Awards and awards voted on by the staff. Next up is our review of "Florence Foster Jenkins" starring Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant & Simon Helberg. Based on a true story and directed by Academy Award nominee Stephen Frears ("The Queen" & "Philomena"), the film is a delightful piece of entertainment, hoisted up by its main trio of performances. What did we think of it though? What did we think of the film's awards season run which resulted in Meryl Streep's 20th Oscar nomination but left Hugh Grant on the sidelines? Tune in to find out all of this and more in our review. Joining me for this podcast retrospective review I have Amanda Spears, Dan Bayer & Ryan C. Showers. Also check out our previous 2016 reviews of "20th Century Women," "Paterson," "Captain Fantastic," "Hail, Caesar!" & "The Handmaiden." Thanks! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Nov 5, 202013 min

Interview With "Let Him Go" Director & Writer, Thomas Bezucha

Thomas Bezucha's adaptation of "Let Him Go" by Larry Watson is being released this weekend by Focus Features. Starring Kevin Costner and Diane Lane, the film has received strong early reviews for its performances, story and tension-filled sequences. Bezucha serves as both the writer and director on this film and he was kind enough to take a few minutes to talk with us about his experience working on the film, working with the film's cast, releasing the film during a pandemic and more! Take a listen below and be sure to check out the film this weekend! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Nov 4, 202015 min

Episode 218 - Oscar Acting Categories, "Mank" Reactions & "The Midnight Sky" Trailer

For Episode 218, I am joined by Dan Bayer, Bianca Garner, Josh Parham, Ryan C. Showers & special guest Matthew Stewart from Screen Time Central. This week we are going over recent shifts in all four of the acting Oscar races. We're also discussing the first reactions to David Fincher's big Oscar-contender "Mank," going over the polls, giving our reactions to the trailers for "The Midnight Sky" & "The White Tiger," answering your fan-submitted questions and more! Enjoy and for all of our U.S. listeners, please make sure to get out and vote on November 3rd. Thank you! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Nov 1, 20201h 44m

"His House"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Josh Parham & Dan Bayer. In the spirit of Halloween, we are reviewing a horror film here on the podcast and the latest comes from Netflix titled "His House," a genuinely terrifying directorial debut from Remi Weekes that focuses on the immigrant experience, assimilation and trauma, we hope that you will seek this one out after listening to our thoughts. Happy Halloween everyone and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 31, 202042 min

"Over The Moon"

For this week's second review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Daniel Howat & Rebecca Daniel. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, "Over The Moon" starring Cathy Ang, Phillipa Soo, Ken Jeong and more! One of Netflix's animated contenders this year for awards season, they've been highlighting the songs and the Asian cast with a story that focuses on Chinese culture and mythology. What do we think of the film though? Tune in to find out. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 28, 202041 min

Episode 217 - Our Favorite Horror Films, "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," "News Of The World" & "The Prom" Trailers

For Episode 217, I am joined by Will Mavity, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Kaiya Shunyata. This is yet another week of new trailers as we discuss the upcoming releases of "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," "News Of The World," "The Prom," "Wander Darkly," "The Life Ahead," and "Raya And The Last Dragon." We also go over the polls, discuss our favorite horror movies of the 21st Century in anticipation for this year's Halloween, answer your fan-submitted questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 25, 20201h 42m

"Rebecca"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer, Sara Clements & Danilo Castro. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, Ben Wheatley's 2020 version of "Rebecca" starring Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kirstin Scott Thomas. The film is being heavily compared to the Best Picture winning 1940 film by Alfred Hitchcock since the two are based on the same novel by Daphne du Maurier, so how does the updated adaptation hold up? Listen in a s we discuss the costumes, production design, score, performances and more! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 24, 20201h 6m

"The Handmaiden"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Our 2016 retrospective continues as we attempt to cover a few missing podcast reviews which we did not complete the year the site launched. This will culminate in NBP Film Community Awards and awards voted on by the staff towards the end of October. Next up is our review of "The Handmaiden" written and directed by Park Chan-wook ("Oldboy"). One of the most acclaimed films of 2016 and unjustly overlooked to be South Korea's Oscar submission for the Best International Feature Film category that year, the film has endured to become a modern classic in the eyes of many cinephiles. Do we agree? Joining me to discuss I have Nicole Ackman, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Patreon guest Jay Ledbetter. Take a listen below and let us know what you think. Also check out our previous 2016 reviews of "20th Century Women," "Paterson," "Captain Fantastic" & "Hail, Caesar!" Thanks! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 22, 202024 min

The Next Best Theatre Podcast: Episode 35 - Our Reactions To The 74th Annual Tony Award Nominations

In what has been undoubtedly the oddest Tony season of our lifetimes, the 74th annual Tony Award nominations were announced this past Friday for the 2019-2020 Broadway season. Due to the pandemic, the selection was somewhat limited which led to more than a few surprising choices and even exclusions. The ceremony will be held virtually later this year (date currently unspecified) and we will be back for our winner predictions then with another free episode. Until then, take a listen down below to hear from myself, Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer, Casey Lee Clark, Cody Dericks & Lauren LaMagna on this free full-length episode. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 19, 202049 min

Episode 216 - "Hillbilly Elegy," "Nine Days," "I'm Your Woman," "Uncle Frank," "Sylvie's Love" & "Jungleland" Trailers

For Episode 216, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham, Ryan C. Showers & Tom O'Brien. This is a week of trailers as we discuss the trailers for "Hillbilly Elegy," "Nine Days," "I'm Your Woman," "Uncle Frank," "Sylvie's Love" & "Jungleland." We also we go over the polls, answer your fan-submitted questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 18, 20201h 48m

"The Trial Of The Chicago 7"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Nicole Ackman, Ryan C. Showers, Lauren LaMagna & Cody Dericks. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, and one of the year's biggest Oscar contenders "The Trial Of The Chicago 7" written and directed by Aaron Sorkin and starring Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Mark Rylance, Jeremy Strong, Frank Langella, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and a bunch more! Released during one of the most political years of our lifetimes, the timing of this movie could not be any more relevant. How does it hold up though? What do we think of the performances? Sorkin's writing and directing? Find out below in our review. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 17, 20201h 22m

Interview With "Shithouse" Director, Writer, Producer, Editor & Star, Cooper Raiff

There's always excitement in the air when you feel like you're watching the emergence of a new creative talent on the scene and that's exactly how I felt with Cooper Raiff's directorial debut "Shithouse," which won the Grand Jury prize at this year's South By Southwest for Best Narrative feature. Conducting the duties as star, writer, director, producer and editor on the film, Cooper certainly had his hands full on this film and he was kind enough to spend a few minutes talking to us about that, what it was like working with Dylan Gelula, getting Jay Duplass on board early and more! Take a listen below and be sure to check out the film, available now! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 16, 202021 min

"Hail, Caesar!"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture As previously announced, we are diving back into the year 2016 with a few missing podcast reviews which we did not complete the year the site launched. This will culminate in NBP Film Community Awards and awards voted on by the staff towards the end of October. Next up is our review of the Coen Brothers' look back on 1950s Hollywood with "Hail, Caesar!" starring Josh Brolin, George Clooney, Alden Ehrenreich, Ralph Fiennes, Jonah Hill, Scarlett Johansson, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton & Channing Tatum. A screwball comedy with religious symbolism and many memorable scenes, how does it all come together for the Next Best Picture team? Joining me to discuss I have Nicole Ackman, Michael Schwartz, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer, Ryan C. Showers & Patreon guest Paul Meredith. Take a listen below and let us know what you think. Also check out our previous 2016 reviews of "20th Century Women," "Paterson" & "Captain Fantastic." Thanks! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 15, 202023 min

Next Best Adaptation - "Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir Of A Family And Culture In Crisis" By J.D. Vance

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 Next Best Adaptation is back where we review the source material of the year's potential Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar contenders. Last time we were here we looked at "Rebecca" by Daphne Du Maurier and "Death On The Nile" by Agatha Christie. Now, we are looking at "Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir Of A Family And Culture In Crisis" by J.D. Vance. We recorded this podcast over the summer but the trailer for the film adaptation by Ron Howard and starring Amy Adams and Glenn Close was unveiled by Netflix today and we figured now was the right time to release this podcast. Joining me for this podcast discussion into the themes, characters and more controversial political viewpoints of this memoir, I have Michael Schwartz & Cody Dericks. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 14, 202014 min

The Next Best Theatre Podcast: Episode 34 - Our Favorite Musical Revivals

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 In our latest episode, the team discusses recent Broadway and West End musical revivals that we think worked well...and those that we think didn’t work well. From the Lincoln Center’s extravagant productions of golden age musicals to the recent revival of “Company” that changed Bobby to Bobbie, we get to the bottom of what we look for in a great revival. Joining me for the episode are Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer, Casey Lee Clark & Lauren LaMagna. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 13, 202021 min

Interview With "The Forty-Year-Old Version" Cinematographer, Eric Branco

"The Forty-Year-Old Version" bursted onto the scene at Sundance earlier this year to tremendous buzz and acclaim. While most of the praise has been directed towards the film's star, director, writer and producer, Radha Blank, cinematographer Eric Branco has also be singled out for his black and white photography of New York City which helps to give the film an early 90s independent feeling. Eric was kind enough to talk with Next Best Picture about his process into making the film, how he came aboard the project, working with Radha and more! Take a listen below! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 12, 202022 min

Episode 215 - Why The Oscars Shouldn't Be Canceled & The "Mank" Trailer

For Episode 215, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Cody Dericks. With the announcement this week that "Dune" would be moving to October 2021, there was an article which ran in The Washington Post about whether or not the Oscars should be canceled this year due to the lack of major studio films in the awards season race. We also discuss the premiere of "French Exit" and the end of NYFF, plus we go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Mank" & "Black Bear," answer your fan-submitted questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 11, 20201h 33m

"The Forty-Year-Old Version"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Cody Dericks. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, "The Forty-Year-Old Version" starring, written, directed and produced by Radha Blank. Premiering earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival where Blank won the Best Directing prize, the film is a singular vision from a unique voice on the indie filmmaking scene and quote possibly, the breakout of the year. Take a listen to our thoughts as we discuss one of the year's most buzzed about independent films and the promise it shows for the film's creator. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 10, 202055 min

Interviews With The Filmmakers, Story & Animation Teams For "Soul"

We have a special sneak peak into the making of Pixar's "Soul" for you all to devour before its launch on Disney Plus on December 25th, 2020. We were lucky enough to have seen the first 40 minutes of the film and from that, we conducted a series of three separate interviews. We spoke with filmmakers Pete Docter (Director/Writer), Kemp Powers (Co-Director) and Dana Murray (Producer). Then we spoke with the Story Team: Kristen Lester (Story Supervisor), Michael Yates (Story Artist) & Aphton Corbin (Story Artist). And finally, the wonderful Animation Team who bring everything to life: Bobby Podesta (Animation Supervisor), Jude Brownbill (Animation Supervisor) & MontaQue Ruffin (Animator). Take a listen and get excited, for "Soul" promises to be not just one of the best films of the year but one of the best films you're likely to see in your lifetime. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 9, 202053 min

Interview With "The War With Grandpa" Producer, Tre Peart

Tre Peart was only 8 years old when he read the book "The War With Grandpa" and pitched it to his parents Marvin Peart (Brookdale Studios) and Rosa Peart (Marro Media Company) who later financed and produced the comedy film, also titled "The War With Grandpa," starring Robert De Niro, Uma Thurman and Christopher Walkin. Now, the film is out in theaters this weekend and Tre, now 15 years old, is reflecting on being the youngest producer in Hollywood. We spoke with Tre about the process behind getting this movie made and his experience on it which you can listen to down below. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 8, 202015 min

Next Best Series Podcast: Episode 13 - "Emily In Paris," "The Comey Rule" & "The Boys"

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 We're trying something new! Previously, whenever we talked about television on the podcast it was for either just the Emmys or for a specific miniseries or show that everyone wanted to discuss over the course of a couple of weeks. Following the same formula as the Next Best Theatre Podcast, we will be getting together once a month to talk about the various television shows we have been watching, new and old. These monthly shows will be Patreon exclusive. Joining me for this first new episode we have Michael Schwartz, Nicole Ackman and Ryan C. Showers. Shows discussed include: "Emily In Paris," "The Comey Rule," "The Boys," "Scandal," "New Girl" and more! We encourage everyone to give us feedback on this new format and let us know what you think. Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 7, 202022 min

"The Glorias"

For this week's second podcast review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Nicole Ackman and Ryan C. Showers. Together, we are discussing the newest film from Julie Taymor, "The Glorias." A biopic about women's rights advocate and journalist Gloria Steinem, starring Julianne Moore, Alicia Vikander, Timothy Hutton, Lorraine Toussaint, Janelle Monáe & Bette Midler. How did we feel about Taymor's style coming together with Gloria's incredible life story? What did we think of the performances? And how does the film compare to the other depiction we saw this year of Gloria Steinem in "Mrs. America" earlier this year? Tune in below to find out our thoughts! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 6, 20201h 11m

Interview With "Save Yourselves!" Writers/Directors Alex H. Fischer & Eleanor Wilson

"Save Yourselves!" is an independent comedy that debuted earlier this year at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. While you may not have heard of it, it's worth seeking out for its funny and satirical concept on our addition to technology. Writers and directors Alex H. Fischer & Eleanor Wilson, were kind enough to spend a few moments with us discussing the making of the film, its themes, the two central performances from Sunita Mani & John Paul Reynolds and more. Take a listen down below! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 5, 202021 min

Episode 214 - How The Election Will Impact The Oscars, Cineworld & Trailers "Minari" & "The Witches"

For Episode 214, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Bianca Garner, Josh Parham & Lauren LaMagna. After a tumultuous week in the world of politics, and with one month to go before the Presidential Election, it is time to dive into what it will all mean for the Oscars this year. We also talk about the many impacts that the Coronavirus continues to have on the film industry with Cineworld temporarily closing all of its locations and our favorite directorial debuts of 2020 so far to help get us ready for the release of "The 40-Year-Old-Version." We also go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Minari" & "The Witches," answer your fan-submitted questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 4, 20201h 34m

"The Boys In The Band"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Josh Parham, Tom O'Brien and guest Joey Moser from Awards Daily. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, "The Boys In The Band" starring Jim Parsons, Zachary Quinto, Matt Bomer, Andrew Rannells, Charlie Carver, Robin de Jesus, Brian Hutchison, Michael Benjamin Washington & Tuc Watkins. We discuss the comparisons to the stage play and the original 1970 William Friedkin film, the performances by the cast, the direction from Joe Mantello, the themes and how they've aged over the last 50 plus years and more! Have a listen down below to hear our thoughts! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 3, 20201h 5m

"Captain Fantastic"

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture As previously announced, we are diving back into the year 2016 with a few missing podcast reviews which we did not complete the year the site launched. This will culminate in NBP Film Community Awards and awards voted on by the staff towards the end of October. Next up is our review of the independent hit film "Captain Fantastic" starring Viggo Mortensen and a then unknown George MacKay. The film brings up an interesting debate on parenting and Josh Parham and I clashed over many aspects of the film in general. Who do you side with? Take a listen below and let us know what you think. Also check out our previous 2016 reviews of "20th Century Women" & "Paterson." Thanks! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Oct 1, 202014 min

Episode 213 - What Can The Oscars Learn From The Emmys? "Sound Of Metal" & "Supernova" Trailers

For Episode 213, I am joined by Will Mavity, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Kaiya Shunyata. This week we talk about various topics including what the Oscars could learn from the Emmys telecast from last week, the initial reviews for "The Trial Of The Chicago 7," and our favorite movies about gay men in cinema to help get us ready for "The Boys In The Band." We also go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Sound Of Metal" & "Supernova," answer your fan-submitted questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 27, 20201h 35m

"Enola Holmes"

For this week's main review, I am joined by Rebecca Daniel & Dan Bayer. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, "Enola Holmes" starring Millie Bobby Brown (who also produced this), Henry Cavill, Sam Claflin & Helena Bonham Carter. Taking a delightful turn and injecting a great deal of fun into the world of Sherlock Holmes, what did we think of this latest offering from Netflix? Tune in below to find out. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 26, 202038 min

Interview With "Misbehaviour" Director, Philippa Lowthorpe

Director Philippa Lowthorpe has crafted one of the year's most delightful British films titled "Misbeahviour." While the film has been around for a bit now, we were able to catch up with the director and speak to her regarding her latest which stars Keira Knightley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jessie Buckley, Lesley Manville, Rhys Ifans, Greg Kinnear and more! Take a listen down below and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 23, 202018 min

Next Best Series Podcast: Episode 12 - Our Reactions To The 2020 Emmy Awards

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"Welcome to the Pandemmys" said host Jimmy Kimmel as he welcomed us to the most interesting award show we have ever seen. The 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards are behind us and as expected the top three big shows, "Succession," "Schitt's Creek" and "Watchmen" all walked away with the top prizes on the night. But there were still surprises to be had. There were still memorable moments. Stats were broken. Technical glitches were had. Here to join me to talk about everything that went down, capping off an unforgettable year of television I have Amanda Spears, Michael Schwartz & Tom O'Brien. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 21, 20201h 5m

Episode 212 - TIFF Award Winners, NYFF58 & "The Trial Of The Chicago 7" & "The Father" Trailers

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For Episode 212, I am joined by Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Cody Dericks. This week we're discussing the end of the 2020 Toronto International Film Festival, the beginning of the 58th New York Film Festival and how Netflix has dominated 2020 up to this point. Will that continue as they unleash all of their awards season contenders? We also give our reactions to the trailers for "The Trial of The Chicago 7" and "The Father," go over the polls, answer fan questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 20, 20201h 34m

"The Devil All The Time"

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For this week's main review, I am joined by Sara Clements, Ryan C. Showers, Josh Parham & Danilo Castro. Together, we are discussing the latest film from Netflix, Antonio Campos' "The Devil All The Time" starring a huge cast that includes Tom Holland, Bill Skarsgård, Riley Keough, Jason Clarke, Sebastian Stan, Haley Bennett, Eliza Scanlen, Mia Wasikowska & Robert Pattinson. What did we think of the film, its themes, characters and more? Tune in to find out. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 19, 202049 min

"Paterson"

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THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture As previously announced, we are diving back into the year 2016 with a few missing podcast reviews which we did not complete the year the site launched. This will culminate in NBP Film Community Awards and awards voted on by the staff towards the end of October. Next up is our review of Jim Jarmusch's independent film "Paterson" starring Adam Driver. Premiering at Cannes in 2016 to universal acclaim, the quiet film picked up some steam with a few critics mentions for Adam Driver in the awards season. While it didn't result in an Oscar nomination it put the film on the map for a lot of people and now we're finally reviewing it here on the podcast. Joining me I have Ryan C. Showers & Josh Parham. Take a listen down below and enjoy! Also check out our previous 2016 review of "20th Century Women" here. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 17, 202015 min

Interview With "The Devil All The Time" Director/Writer Antonio Campos & Cinematographer Lol Crawley

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"The Devil All The Time" is the latest Netflix film starring a huge cast of names which includes Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Bill Skarsgård, Riley Keough, Jason Clarke, Sebastian Stan, Haley Bennett, Eliza Scanlen & Mia Wasikowska. Daniel Howat and I had the opportunity to speak with the director and co-writer of the film, Antonio Campos, and the cinematographer Lol Crawley. Getting a behind-the-scenes look at this sprawling and challenging film, both provided fascinating insights into the story, the cast and the making of the film. Please take a listen below! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 16, 202035 min

Next Best Series Podcast: Episode 11 - Our 2020 Emmy Predictions

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The 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards will be held this Sunday, capping off what has been not only a phenomenal year of television but also one of the most unique years we've ever experienced. COVID-19 forced us and Emmy voters to stay in-doors and watch more shows than ever before. What impact will that have on the winners? What are we predicting?Here to join me I have Amanda Spears, Michael Schwartz, Ryan C. Showers & Tom O'Brien. We'll be back to discuss the show and the winners on our next episode! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 15, 20201h 28m

Episode 211 - Academy Diversity & Inclusion Rules, TIFF/NYFF Begin & Trailers For "Dune" & "Rebecca"

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For Episode 211, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Tom O'Brien. Phase one of the Awards Season kicked off this past week with the Venice Film Festival and TIFF overlapping, and we still have NYFF set to start later this week! We also received some big news from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences as they implemented new rules for diversity and inclusion pertaining to Best Picture which will go into effect in 2024. We go over all of this, the polls, the trailers for "Dune" & "Rebecca," answer your fan questions and more! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 13, 20201h 38m

"I'm Thinking Of Ending Things"

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For this week's main review, I am joined by Lauren LaMagna, Ryan C. Showers, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Daniel Howat. Together, we are finally reviewing Charlie Kaufman's latest film, "I'm Thinking Of Ending Things." Currently streaming on Netflix, we wanted to give this one a week to settle in before we hopped on the podcast to discuss because it's an incredibly layered piece of work from the brilliant mind of Charlie Kaufman. Starring Jessie Buckley, Jesse Plemmons, Toni Collette & David Thewlis, the movie touches on many different themes and utilizes many storytelling techniques to give us a unique viewing experience. What did we all think? Tune in to find out. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 12, 20201h 33m

"20th Century Women"

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THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture As previously announced, we are diving back into the year 2016 with a few missing podcast reviews which we did not complete the year the site launched. This will culminate in NBP Film Community Awards and awards voted on by the staff towards the end of October. First up in our retrospective is Mike Mills' "20th Century Women" starring Annette Bening, Greta Gerwig, Elle Fanning, Lucas Jade Zumann & Billy Crudup. For this podcast review, joining me I have Nicole Ackman, Ryan C. Showers, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Casey Lee Clark. Take a listen down below as we travel back to Santa Barbara, California in the 1970s and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 10, 202023 min

Interview With "The Broken Hearts Gallery" Editor, Shawn Paper

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"The Broken Hearts Gallery" is a delightful romantic comedy from feature debut writer/director Natalie Krinsky, which releases this weekend in cinemas from Sony Pictures Releasing. Editor Shawn Paper was kind enough to sit down with us and provide some key insight into the making of the film, its many montages, music selection and much more! Do give it a listen and be sure to check out the film starring Geraldine Viswanathan ("Blockers"), Dacre Montgomery ("Power Rangers"), Utkarsh Ambudkar ("Brittany Runs A Marathon"), Molly Gordon ("Booksmart"), Phillipa Soo ("Hamilton") & Bernadette Peters ("Mozart In The Jungle") when you can! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 8, 202035 min

Interview With "I'm Thinking Of Ending Things" Composer, Jay Wadley

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Jay Wadley, the Brooklyn NY based film composer responsible for the score for "I'm Thinking Of Ending Things" and the upcoming Sundance hit "I Carry You With Me" sat down with us to discuss his work on Charlie Kaufman's latest. Filled with many fun facts, hidden surprises and subliminal meaning, every decision made for this movie has been well-thought out by all involved and Wadley is no exception. Enjoy our spoiler-filled conversation as he takes us inside the creative process behind one of the year's most layered films through his work. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 7, 202027 min

Episode 210 - Previewing The Film Festivals & Trailers For "The Glorias" & "The Boys In The Band"

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For Episode 210, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Lauren LaMagna, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Cody Dericks. Phase one is finally here! Despite a global pandemic, the film festivals have officially kicked off with the Venice International Film Festival. Toronto will begin later this week while New York will start next week. We preview all three including what we're most looking forward to and whether or not it's safe to be holding film festivals during this time. We also go over some news of the week, the weekly poll results, deliver our reactions to the trailers for "The Glorias" and "The Boys In The Band," answer your fan questions and more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 6, 20201h 43m

"Mulan"

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For this week's main review, I am joined by Ryan C. Showers, Dan Bayer, Cody Dericks & guest Kevin Lee. Together, we are discussing the 2020 Disney live-action remake of "Mulan" (1998) also titled "Mulan." The film was supposed to come out earlier this spring but was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic and has now been made available on Disney+ for $29.99. We discuss the differences between the animated original and this new version, the crafts, the story and more! Take a listen down below and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 5, 202056 min

"Tenet"

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It's finally here. After months of delays and anticipation, the newest Christopher Nolan film is here for (most) people to see in the cinema on the largest screen possible with a sound system so loud, it threatens to drown out all of the dialogue. Let the discourse begin! This is our review of "Tenet" starring John David Washington, Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki & Kenneth Branagh. For this review, I am joined by Ryan C. Showers, Daniel Howat and Cody Dericks. We discuss the film's intricate (and sometimes highly confusing) screenplay, Nolan's large-scale ambition, the time-inverted visual effects, the performances and more! Disagree with our takes? Well, in the words of Christopher Nolan...Try not to understand them. Feel them. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 3, 20201h 18m

The Next Best Theatre Podcast: Episode 33 - Film To Stage Musical Adaptations

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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 On the latest episode of Next Best Theatre, we discuss stage musical adaptations of films like “Hairspray,” “Beetlejuice,” and “The Producers.” These screen to stage adaptations have been popular for many years and often seem to dominate Broadway. We share our favorites, the ones we think didn’t work, and even discuss the musicals that we prefer to their original movies. Joining me for the episode are Michael Schwartz, Dan Bayer,Casey Lee Clark, Cody Dericks & Lauren LaMagna. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Sep 1, 202025 min

Episode 209 - Chadwick Boseman, The 2014 NBP Film Community Award Winners & The "Ammonite" Trailer

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For Episode 209, I am joined by Michael Schwartz, Dan Bayer & Josh Parham. This week we are celebrating four years of Next Best Picture but due to unfortunate tragedy we are also reflecting on the life, career and legacy of Chadwick Boseman who passed away this past Friday. We also reveal the winners for the 2014 NBP Film Community Awards (alongside the staff voted NBP Film Awards for our 2014 retrospective), the news of the week, the polls and give our reactions to the trailers for "Ammonite" and "The 40 Year Old Version." Thank you to the community for four magical years. Here's to many more! Enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Aug 30, 20201h 52m

"The Personal History Of David Copperfield"

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For this week's main podcast review I'm joined by Josh Parham, Dan Bayer & Daniel Howat. Together we're reviewing the latest from Armando Iannucci, "The Personal History Of David Copperfield." With a color-blind and utterly delightful cast led by Dev Patel, Iannucci takes many risks with his Charles Dickens adaptation. How do they pay off? What did we think of the performances? The film's tone and humor? Find out in our review down below. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Aug 29, 202044 min

"Gone Girl"

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THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture It's been a fun ride. With our review of "Gone Girl" on the Next Best Picture Podcast, we have come to the end of our 2014 retrospective. The NBP Film Award Nominations are out as are the NBP Film Community Award Nominations (Winners to be announced this Sunday) and David Fincher's film has been a constant presence amongst them as it has been in the public's subconsciousness since its debut in 2014. Grossly overlooked at the Academy Awards (with a lone Best Actress nomination for Rosamund Pike's horrifying and complex performance as Amy), we explore the film's themes, performances, technical merits and more! Joining me for this Patreon podcast review I have Amanda Spears, Dan Bayer, Ryan C. Showers, Danilo Castro & Patreon guests Michael Wachowiak & Cesar Infante. Thank you once again to the Patreon listeners and to the rest of you who gave us something truly fun to do during a pandemic. We'll see you next year for our 2013 retrospective! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Aug 27, 202023 min

Interview With "Skin: A History Of Nudity In The Movies" Director, Danny Wolf

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Danny Wolf's documentary "Skin: A History Of Nudity In The Movies" is a film buff's dream. Not only do you get a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of cinema through its depiction of nudity but you also hear from those who were on set, involved in the process or experts on the topic, providing a historical overview of one of cinema's most controversial topics. Danny Wolf was kind enough to sit down with us to discuss his newest film, the vast history the documentary attempts to tackle, who he wishes he could've interviewed and more! Take a listen down below. Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcast iTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT 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

Aug 24, 202021 min