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‘West Side Story’ and Top Five Steven Spielberg Movies
10 december 2021 · 1 uur 29 min
This week marks the release of Steven Spielberg’s first musical, a remake and modest reimagining of the 1957 show and legendary 1961 film. Sean and Amanda are joined by Joanna Robinson to talk about the original, Spielberg's remake, and their five favorite Spielberg films. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Joanna Robinson
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top Five Movie Soundtracks
9 december 2021 · 1 uur 19 min
It’s a music-movies team-up episode. Rob Harvilla returns to the show to talk about the art of the soundtrack and share his top five favorites (1:00). Then, Sean talks with John Maggio, who directed the latest entry in The Ringer’s Music Box film series on HBO. His movie, ‘Mr. Saturday Night,’ chronicles the fascinating life of Robert Stigwood, an impresario of stage, screen, and music responsible for projects like ‘Saturday Night Fever’ (46:00). Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Rob Harvilla and John Maggio
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top Five Movies of 2021. Plus: Denis Villeneuve on ‘Dune’!
7 december 2021 · 1 uur 52 min
It's time to talk about the best of the year, so Sean and Amanda are joined by Adam Nayman and Chris Ryan to share their five favorite movies of 2021 (1:00). Then, 'Dune' director Denis Villeneuve comes to the show to talk about his extraordinary adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel (1:17:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guests: Denis Villeneuve, Chris Ryan, and Adam Nayman
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The Holiday Movie Draft
2 december 2021 · 1 uur 8 min
It’s December, which means it’s officially holiday movie season. We’re bringing Chris Ryan back to draft holiday movies with one special twist—a wild-card category of any holiday content. It’s the most wonderful draft of the year! Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘The Beatles: Get Back’ and Our Fab 5 Beatles Albums
30 november 2021 · 1 uur 26 min
The weekend delivered a bountiful feast for Beatles fans: Peter Jackson’s epic, revelatory eight-hour ‘Get Back’ documentary series on Disney+. Amanda and Sean talk about the film today and their favorite Beatles albums (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by Penny Lane, whose film ‘Listening to Kenny G’ in the latest installment of The Ringer’s Music Box series, which premieres on HBO and HBO Max Thursday night (49:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Penny Lane
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Licorice Pizza’ and the Paul Thomas Anderson Rankings
26 november 2021 · 1 uur 24 min
Paul Thomas Anderson’s ninth feature film opens today in select theaters. Sean and Amanda have a spoiler-free conversation about the coming-of-age story set in the San Fernando Valley (1:00). Then, Amanda allows Sean some room to work through his feelings and rank his favorite director’s movies from top to bottom (33:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘House of Gucci’ and Top 5 Ridley Scott Movies
24 november 2021 · 1 uur 47 min
It's time for the house of Gucci! Ridley Scott's much-anticipated family crime drama set among the famed Italian fashion empire, starring Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Al Pacino, and many others, is here. Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to talk about how much fun they had with the film, the performances, the style, and the Gucci of it all (1:00). Then they share their top 5 favorite Scott-directed films (35:00). Finally, Sean is joined by Chris Frierson, the filmmaker behind the Music Box entry 'DMX: Don't Try to Understand,' to talk about his documentary on the beloved rapper (1:16:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guests: Chris Ryan; Chris Frierson
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife,’ ‘Tick, Tick ... Boom!,' and Our Top Five Feel-Good Movies
22 november 2021 · 1 uur 32 min
We're talking about a trio of new releases—'Ghostbusters: Afterlife,' 'Tick, Tick ... Boom!,' and 'C'mon C'mon'—that attempt to pluck our heartstrings. They inspired Sean and Amanda to share their top five feel-good movies (1:00). Then, Sean talks with 'C'mon C'mon' writer-director Mike Mills about his wonderful new film (1:00:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Mike Mills
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘King Richard’ and Top 5 Sports Movies With Bill Simmons
19 november 2021 · 1 uur 48 min
With Will Smith in the center of the frame, ‘King Richard’ has garnered a lot of Oscars buzz. Now that the film is in theaters and on HBO Max, we talk about what makes it a throwback sports movie—and ultimately a big success—before sharing our top five sports movies (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by ‘King Richard’ director Reinaldo Marcus Green to discuss how he became involved in the project, working closely with Will Smith, and the lineage of sports movies that influenced his approach to directing this film (1:17:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guests: Bill Simmons and Reinaldo Marcus Green
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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10 Irrational Best-Picture Oscar Predictions and Why ‘Belfast’ Is the Front-Runner
16 november 2021 · 1 uur 25 min
Once upon a time, this was a podcast dedicated to Academy Awards coverage, so we’re going to throwback today to discuss Kenneth Branagh’s autobiographical feature ‘Belfast’ and the state of the 2021 Oscar race (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by Alison Klayman to discuss ‘Jagged,’ her film about Alanis Morissette that is part of Ringer Films’ ‘Music Box’ documentary series on HBO (51:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Alison Klayman
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The Royal Movie Hall of Fame and ‘Spencer’
12 november 2021 · 1 uur 7 min
Kristen Stewart’s much-anticipated role as Princess Diana in ‘Spencer’ has finally arrived. We discuss Stewart’s performance, as well as the larger successes and failures of the film (1:00) before building a 10-movie Hall of Fame comprising the best films about royals (34:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top Five Movie Robots, ‘Finch,’ and the Awful Truth About Hollywood
9 november 2021 · 1 uur 18 min
A new Tom Hanks movie, ‘Finch,’ just hit Apple TV+; it's about a man and his robot pal enduring a post-apocalyptic terrain. Sean is joined by 'Gene and Roger' host and writer Brian Raftery to break down the movie and share their favorite movie robots (1:00). Then, writer-director-producer Jim Cummings stops by to talk about his new film, ‘The Beta Test,’ and the uncomfortable truths about a career in Hollywood (49:00). Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Brian Raftery and Jim Cummings
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Eternals’ Is a Big Miss. But Is Marvel Too Big to Fail?
5 november 2021 · 1 uur 25 min
The newest entrant in the MCU comes from Oscar-winning filmmaker Chloe Zhao, but something isn’t quite right about the movie. Sean is joined by Joanna Robinson to break down the film and what its struggles mean for the future of Marvel (1:00). Then, writer-director Joanna Hogg stops by to talk about her latest, ‘The Souvenir Part II,’ the follow-up to her brilliant 2018 film (54:00). Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Joanna Robinson and Joanna Hogg
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The 1994 Mega-Movie Draft
2 november 2021 · 1 uur 33 min
We are drafting again! And this time, the roster is growing. Shea Serrano and Van Lathan join Sean, Amanda, and Chris Ryan for a draft of one of the greatest years in movie history: 1994. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guests: Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, Shea Serrano
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The Edgar Wright Rankings and ‘Last Night in Soho’ With Edgar Wright!
29 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 25 min
The director’s latest, the psychological horror movie ‘Last Night in Soho,’ is out in theaters. Sean is joined by The Ringer's Rob Harvilla to talk about Wright's fascinating career and their favorite Edgar Wright films, including 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World,' 'Shaun of the Dead,' and 'Baby Driver.' Then, Sean talks with Wright himself about how he crafted his new movie, his career, and the movies he loves. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Edgar Wright and Rob Harvilla
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Dune. DUNE. DUNE!
25 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 16 min
This is a podcast about ‘Dune.’ DUUUUUUUUUUUNE. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top Five Wes Anderson Movies and ‘The French Dispatch’
22 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 41 min
After being delayed more than a year by COVID, Wes Anderson’s ‘The French Dispatch’ has finally hit theaters in limited release. We gather to discuss the film and rank Wes Anderson’s unique world of film (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by Mia Hansen-Løve to discuss ‘Bergman Island’ (1:09:12). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Mia Hansen-Løve
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top 5 Movie Duos and Why ‘The Last Duel’ Rules
19 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 34 min
We’re talking about ‘The Last Duel,’ the latest film from Ridley Scott and the first produced screenplay from Matt Damon and Ben Affleck since ‘Good Will Hunting.’ Thinking about Matt and Ben has us in the mood to celebrate movie duos, so Sean and Amanda drop some top 5s (1:00). Then, Sean talks to Todd Haynes about his new documentary, ‘The Velvet Underground’ (43:55). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Todd Haynes
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Let’s Rank the Horror Franchises. Plus: ‘Halloween Kills.’
15 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 26 min
Every year, Chris Ryan joins Sean to share his favorite horror flicks, break down the state of the genre, and spotlight a few under-the-radar gems. They also rank their favorite horror franchises and put Freddy, Jason, Michael Myers, Chucky, and more in their proper place (1:00). Then, filmmaker David Gordon Green comes to the show to discuss 'Halloween Kills' and his 'Exorcist' reboot (58:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Chris Ryan and David Gordon Green
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The 1998 Movie Draft: A Time for Betrayal
13 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 8 min
We are drafting again! Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to pick their faves and foil their pals in another hotly contested draft over a delightful time in recent movie history: 1998 (23:43). Then, actor Fran Kranz sits down with Sean to discuss his impressive and powerful directorial debut, ‘Mass’ (1:24:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guests: Chris Ryan and Fran Kranz
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No Time to Die’ and Top Five James Bond Movies
8 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 51 min
James Bond is back! After a nearly two-year delay, ‘No Time to Die’ finally arrives in theaters around the world. To celebrate, Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to talk about the new film, Daniel Craig’s legacy as 007, and their top five favorite Bond films (47:00). Then, Sean welcomes ‘No Time to Die’ director Cary Joji Fukunaga to talk about becoming the first American to take on Bond and the unique challenges of shepherding a massive franchise film (1:22:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guests: Chris Ryan and Cary Joji Fukunaga
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ and Top 5 Comic Book Movie Sequels
5 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 43 min
Eddie Brock and his alien symbiote pal are back in 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage,' a sequel to the surprise mega-hit from 2018. To break down the new 'Venom' movie and our favorite comic book movie sequels, Sean is joined by Van Lathan and Charles Holmes, aka The Midnight Boys (0:30). Then, Sean talks to 'Let There Be Carnage' director Andy Serkis, the acclaimed performance capture artist behind Gollum in the 'Lord of the Rings' films and a filmmaker in his own right (1:14:05). Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, and Andy Serkis
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top Five ‘Sopranos’ Episodes and ‘The Many Saints of Newark’ With David Chase
1 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 57 min
This weekend sees the release in theaters and streaming on HBO Max of ‘The Many Saints of Newark,’ a film prequel to David Chase’s medium-altering TV series. Justin Sayles, The Ringer’s resident Sopranosologist, joins the show to discuss the movie and his deep dive on every single episode in show history, including his top five picks (35:30). Then, ‘Sopranos’ creator and ‘Many Saints’ cowriter and producer Chase joins Sean to talk about the movie, his relationship to the show now, and a lot more (1:17:39). Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Justin Sayles and David Chase
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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A 400th Episode "Ask Us Anything" Mailbag Extravaganza
28 september 2021 · 1 uur 25 min
It’s the 400th episode! To celebrate, Sean and Amanda are opening up the mailbag to answer just about anything you wanted to know, in the world of movies and beyond. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The 2021 Movie Star Ranking: 35 Under 35. Plus, the Catastrophe of 'Dear Evan Hansen.'
24 september 2021 · 1 uur 30 min
It's back! We revisit our controversial list of young stars 18 months later and determine what we got right, what we got wrong, and where movie stardom is going in 2021. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top-Five Actor Transformations, ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye,’ and the Horrifying Future of Award Shows
21 september 2021 · 1 uur 25 min
It’s late September, and that can only mean one thing: We now begin that deathless march to the center of the hellscape better known as Awards Season. But will anyone care? Sean and Amanda discuss the lay of the land after Telluride and TIFF, including the reception of 'Belfast,' 'Dune,' and 'Dear Evan Hansen' (1:00). Then, they talk about 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye,' a Jessica Chastain showcase and possible Oscar contender, before picking their top-five favorite actor transformations (42:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top 5 Clint Eastwood Movies and ‘Cry Macho’
17 september 2021 · 1 uur 31 min
'Cry Macho,' the 44th film directed by 91-year-old Hollywood icon Clint Eastwood, arrives in theaters and is now available on HBO Max. Adam Nayman and Chris Ryan join Sean to talk about the expansive, six-decade career of one of the signature filmmakers and movie stars of all time. They analyze 'Cry Macho,' his on-screen persona, his complicated political presence, and his relationship to genre, and, finally, they share their five favorite Eastwood films. Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Chris Ryan and Adam Nayman
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The 2004 Movie Draft
14 september 2021 · 1 uur 32 min
We asked, you decided: After a public vote, we're drafting from the year 2004. Who were we? What were we doing? And what movies were we seeing? Join Sean, Amanda, and Chris as they explore a time of anchormen, eternal sunshine, and sequels galore. Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The Prestige Dirtbag Movie: A Celebration
10 september 2021 · 1 uur 9 min
Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to break down the new Paul Schrader film ‘The Card Counter,’ explore Schrader’s seminal works, and define one of their favorite movie subgenres: the Prestige Dirtbag Movie. What is it and why do they love them (0:30)? Then, Sean and Chris review James Wan’s ‘Malignant’ before discussing the state of horror movies in 2021 (59:00). Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The 20 Most Anticipated Fall Movies and the Winners of the Telluride Film Festival
7 september 2021 · 1 uur 19 min
Sean chats with Amanda about his trip to the Telluride Film Festival, an annual launchpad for Oscar contenders. He talks about the best films he saw and the scene in Colorado (0:30). Then they discuss what to look forward to for the rest of the movie year (44:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ and the 10 Movies to See Before It
3 september 2021 · 1 uur 31 min
This weekend sees the release of a hugely important movie for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ‘Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.’ Sean breaks down the character’s place in Marvel mythology, the films that influenced the new movie, and whether it all worked with The Ringer’s Daniel Chin (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by the film’s screenwriter, Dave Callaham, to talk about writing blockbusters in the 21st century, the challenges and rewards of the work, and how 'Shang Chi' came together (46:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Daniel Chin and Dave Callaham
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Dune,’ ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ and the Best Trailers of 2021
31 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 53 min
Sean and Amanda talk about the buzzy new ‘Spider-Man’ trailer, as well as some hotly anticipated awards-season films, including ‘The Power of the Dog’ and ‘Spencer’ (0:31). Then they dig into the mailbag to answer listener questions about ‘Dune,’ their dream biopics, and the HBO Max experiment so far (30:00). Finally, Sean is joined by Michael Sarnoski, the writer-director of the acclaimed Nicolas Cage drama ‘Pig’ (1:20:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Michael Sarnoski
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Top Five Summer 2021 Movies and Everything Sean Missed While He Was Out
27 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 41 min
Sean returns from his break and Amanda runs down the major story lines from the world of movies that he missed (0:31). Then, they share their favorite (and not so favorite) movies of the summer (48:30). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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8. “Something Wonderful Is Coming to an End” | Gene and Roger
25 augustus 2021 · 34 min
Still reeling from Gene Siskel's death, Roger Ebert tries to bring their show into the new century. But Hollywood is changing, and so is the media landscape Gene and Roger conquered during their time together. And as the story of Gene and Roger ends, it's clear that movies—and movie criticism—will never be the same again. Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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7. “The Realities of Time” | Gene and Roger
23 augustus 2021 · 30 min
By the late '90s, the unlikely alliance between Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert was stronger than ever. But their hard-won friendship would soon face unexpected challenges that would end their time together sooner than anyone expected Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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The M. Night Shyamalan Rankings and ‘Old’
20 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 29 min
In July, the sometimes-acclaimed, sometimes-controversial, sometimes-downright-vilified writer-director M. Night Shyamalan released his 14th feature film, 'Old.' Joining Sean to talk about all things Shyamalan—from his best films to his worst and everything in between—is the cohost of 'Higher Learning' and one-half of the Midnight Boys on the Ringer Podcast Network, Van Lathan. Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guest: Van Lathan
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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6. “The Human Condition” | Gene and Roger
17 augustus 2021 · 29 min
For Siskel and Ebert, the '90s were a revolutionary era—both for the movies and for their careers. A new generation of filmmakers was taking over Hollywood, and Gene and Roger became cheerleaders for the bold next wave of writers and directors. But the industry was also plagued by problems and controversies, many of which Siskel and Ebert faced head on. By the time the '90s ended, Gene and Roger would become more than just the country's best-known film critics. They'd also become advocates. Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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The 2007 Movie Draft
12 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 14 min
We’re drafting again—and this time we’re not messing around. It’s 2007, one of the greatest movie years of our lifetimes, with several personal favorites on the board. Who will drink whose milkshake? Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Chris Ryan
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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5. Attack of the Clones | Gene and Roger
10 augustus 2021 · 26 min
As Gene and Roger jumped from one program to another, they left behind shows that were desperate to replicate the duo’s groundbreaking success. These reiterations, along with other imitations of the format, paved the way for a television market saturated with Siskel and Ebert wannabes. But what they all failed to realize was that what made Gene and Roger special was Gene and Roger themselves.
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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4. Top Guns | Gene and Roger
3 augustus 2021 · 27 min
The '80s were the blockbuster era—and Siskel and Ebert were its blockbuster film critics. It was the decade in which Gene and Roger would realize the full extent of their powers, as well as their limitations. And it would find them making yet another high-profile business decision, one that would have big consequences for Gene.
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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Movie Swap: ‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’ and ‘Titanic.’ Plus: ‘The Green Knight’!
30 juli 2021 · 1 uur 56 min
It’s time for another movie swap! This time, Amanda and Sean trade a pair of classics from James Cameron: the Oscar-winning behemoth ‘Titanic’ and the action classic ‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’ (0:30). Then, Sean is joined by David Lowery, the director behind the long-awaited Arthurian fable ‘The Green Knight’ (1:24:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: David Lowery
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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3. “The Thumbs” | Gene and Roger
27 juli 2021 · 28 min
In the early ’80s, Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert went from PBS stars to pop-culture celebrities. That newfound fame tested their already-heightened rivalry. But it also united them as they made one of the riskiest moves of their careers—a move that would change the way films were talked about, and that made Gene and Roger bigger than ever. Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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Top Five Music Documentaries and ‘Woodstock ’99: Love, Peace, and Rage’
23 juli 2021 · 1 uur 38 min
We’re living in a boom time for music documentaries. Rob Harvilla joins Sean to talk about the history of the subgenre, why it’s exploding, and their top five favorites (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by Garret Price, the filmmaker behind the first installment in Ringer Films’ new documentary music series Music Box: ‘Woodstock ’99: Love, Peace, and Rage,’ a powerful and fascinating portrait of a terrifying moment in music and American history (1:12:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Rob Harvilla and Garret Price
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2. “Is the Room Big Enough for Both These Guys?” | Gene and Roger
20 juli 2021 · 34 min
From the minute Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert hit the air, everyone wanted to know: Did these two guys actually hate each other? In this episode, we’ll learn more about how Gene and Roger came to be critics and rivals, and what made them the perfect foils for each other on TV. Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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1. “I Must Destroy Him” | Gene and Roger
20 juli 2021 · 27 min
Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert were the most famous and powerful film critics of their time—and their shows were smash hits that changed an entire industry. Over the next eight episodes, host Brian Raftery will talk to Siskel and Ebert’s families, friends, coworkers, and peers to explore the duo's lasting impact—on movie criticism, on the media landscape, and on how we talk to one another. Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Isaac Lee, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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The Return of the Movie Auction!
16 juli 2021 · 2 uur 13 min
The 'Big Picture' Movie Auction is back! Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to bid on the rest of the movies coming out this year that they’re desperate to see (17:00). Sean and Amanda also talk to Brian Raftery about ‘Gene and Roger,’ his new podcast series about the true story behind the rivalry and the partnership between legendary film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert (1:30). Finally, Sean is joined by Morgan Neville to talk about his powerful new documentary, ‘Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain' (1:41:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Chris Ryan, Brian Raftery, Morgan Neville
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Introducing ‘Gene and Roger’
14 juli 2021 · 1 min
Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert were the most powerful and influential movie critics of their time. The way they talked about film set a template for pop culture conversations far beyond the cinema. In this eight-part series, premiering July 20 on ‘The Big Picture’ feed, we’ll talk to everyone from family members to show producers to filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino about the legacy Siskel and Ebert built, and just how impactful they remain to this day. Lees meer
Host: Brian Raftery
Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Noah Malale, Bobby Wagner
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The Brian De Palma Top 10 and ‘Blow Out’ at 40
13 juli 2021 · 1 uur 23 min
It’s a very special episode of the show: a deep dive into the career of one of our favorite filmmakers, Brian De Palma. We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of one of his masterworks, ‘Blow Out,’ this summer, and exploring the depths of his career. Joining Sean is Ringer contributor and author Adam Nayman. Lees meer
Host: Sean Fennessey
Guest: Adam Nayman
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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‘Black Widow’ Is Finally Here. Was It Worth the Wait?
9 juli 2021 · 1 uur 29 min
The first new movie installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 737 days is finally here, available now on Disney+ with Premier Access or in movie theaters. Amanda and Sean break down ‘Black Widow’ and the future of the MCU, emphasis on the “C” (0:30). Then, Sean is joined by writer-director Leigh Janiak to discuss her three ‘Fear Street’ films that are rolling out on three consecutive Fridays on Netflix this month (61:00). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Leigh Janiak
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Top Five Movies of 2021 So Far. Plus: Questlove on ‘Summer of Soul’
6 juli 2021 · 1 uur 22 min
It’s been an odd movie year, but there have been a handful of standouts at the halfway mark. Sean and Amanda share their top fives of 2021 thus far and explore whether we need to define what qualifies (1:00). Then, Sean is joined by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the Roots drummer and now film director, to discuss his new documentary, ‘Summer of Soul (... or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised),’ which is out now on Hulu and in theaters (47:03). Lees meer
Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins
Guest: Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson
Producers: Bobby Wagner and Kaya McMullen
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