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Nick and Sophia welcome back returning guest and Best Original Song category extraordinaire, Bennett Prosser, to talk through critics prizes and initial nominations that have kicked off this year’s awards season. They highlight the films that earned the most nominations at the Golden Globes and debate what happened with certain solo nominees. Does Emilia Pérez have the best chance at winning Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy considering its 10 nominations? Listen to find out what they think!
Then, they answer listener questions to help make sense of other surprises and snubs (48:46). Will Denis Villeneuve be snubbed again for Dune: Part Two? Can other Best Film winners like Wicked at NBR and A Different Man at the Gotham Awards translate to Oscar nominations? Lastly, find out what Bennett thinks of Diane Warren’s chances at finally winning her first Academy Award!
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Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
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Stanley Kubrick went all out for what would become his final picture— and it’s nothing like you’d expect. Its subtext descends into Dante’s Nine Circles of Hell then does a U-turn at the corner of Pop Culture and Reality. Christopher Nolan would ask you, “Are you watching closely?” Kubrick assumes the impossible, that the viewer may, like the film’s lead character, Bill Harford, like the rest of society, have their Eyes Wide Shut.
Enjoy another deep dive courtesy of Sophia and Nick as they venture through a disconcerting yet convincing New York City at Christmastime with the most powerful couple of 1999: Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise. They break down the most important scenes, quotes, characters, and timelines as Bill and Alice play their marriage mind games.
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Way before Dorothy Gale landed in Oz, The Wicked Witch of the West wasn’t wicked at all! The origin story to The Wizard of Oz is all laid out in this season’s most spectacular book to stage to screen adaptation, Wicked. Nick and Sophia, along with special returning guests Connor and Dylan MacDowell from the DRAMA. podcast start by discussing their relationships with the stage musical and how that informed their first viewings of the new film.
Then, they dive into their thoughts on the casting, including some favorites from the stage musicals, before highlighting Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Jonathan Bailey, amongst many others (32:28). How do they feel about their singing live on set? They debate if comparisons to other series, remakes or two-parters, like Dune, Harry Potter or West Side Story, are valid. Then they get into some spoilers from the movie and Act II (what’s to come in Part Two) later on along with sharing their favorite dance numbers (58:00).
Of course they discuss the movie’s Oscar potential and share which one Oscar they would award the film (1:14:04). They also answer some fun listener questions to help wrap up the episode! Let us know what you think of Wicked (Part One).
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Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
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Sophia and Nick are channeling their Italian heritage this week as they re-enter the Colosseum and prepare for the grand battles in Gladiator II. Enjoy their spoiler-free review of the new release and see how they compare it to the original Gladiator which won 5 Oscars and 12 total nominations. Then, they chat about the film’s Oscar potential and predict which categories it could be nominated in come January (28:01).
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Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! That phrase, let alone many, many others, is instantly and universally recognized from the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. Nick and Sophia are excited to share their in depth discussion of this inspirational gem and shocking facts from its production, how the Emerald City has fascinated (and scared) them since they were kids, and their favorite scenes and songs that truly remind them that there’s no place like home. Of course, they also chat about its two Oscar wins and debate if they think it should’ve won or been nominated for more, even while being up against Gone with the Wind.
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Sophia and Nick return for an historic episode to discuss the director with the most Oscar wins and the first to win consecutively: John Ford. Revered by many filmmakers throughout history and known for his Westerns, Ford blazed a trail that also showcased his Irish background, his actors- many of whom also won Oscars- and the fractured American Dream.
They begin with a thorough history of his illustrious career before reviewing The Informer, the 1935 film for which he won his first Oscar. Even though he didn’t win for Stagecoach four years later, he was successful the following year with The Grapes of Wrath (28:34). Steinbeck’s classic novel created a perfect tapestry for his next directorial feat. (Check out their previous episode on How Green Was My Valley here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oscar-rewind-the-1941-oscars-how-green-was-my-valley/id1502773822?i=1000560735448).
Lastly, enjoy their breakdown of The Quiet Man, which also earned him a Best Picture nomination, before they answer some creative listener questions (53:46). Would you have awarded him any other Director wins?
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“The secret lies with Charlotte.” So begins an unforgettable treasure hunt to some of America’s most historic monuments and beyond. This week, Nick and Sophia join Nicolas Cage and his motley crew in their search for gold in National Treasure. This adventure has remained a staple for them after all these years, so listen to find out why it’s one of their favorite Disney live-action films. Even though it wasn’t nominated at the Oscars, they honor the award ceremonies that did celebrate it and its team which accounted for over 75 Oscar nominations and wins!
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Sophia and Nick are excited to celebrate Halloween with their devilish review of The Omen. They share their thoughts on both the recent prequel, The First Omen, and the original classic along with exalting its winning performance at the Academy Awards. (They promise there’s no chanting of “Ave Satani.”) Listen to find out their favorite scenes, performances, and kills before they debate what was snubbed and which one Oscar they’d award the film!
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The second half of this year’s New York Film Festival brought other previous festival favorites, like the Sundance hit A Real Pain, featuring Kieran Culkin and writer-director Jesse Eisenberg, and highly-anticipated auteur releases, like Luca Guadagnino’s Queer, Mike Leigh’s Hard Truths, and Pedro Almodóvar’s The Room Next Door. Nick and Sophia densely pack this week’s episode with reviews of all of these and more, including chatting Oscar buzz and potential in multiple categories, like Costume Design, Actress, and International Feature.
Then, enjoy a spoiler-free review of Sean Baker’s latest and 2024 Palme d’Or winner, Anora (37:43). In the best screwball comedy of the year, Mikey Madison stuns as the titular sex worker on her own rollercoaster of a fairy tale. Go experience the spectacle for yourself in theaters this weekend!
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Audiences have been flooding Lincoln Center for this year’s exciting 62nd edition of the New York Film Festival and Sophia and Nick are here to highlight its exceptional first week. They begin with reactions to some hits and award winners from Cannes and Telluride, like The Seed of the Sacred Fig, Emilia Pérez, Maria, and Nickel Boys. Then, they showcase a special architect double feature with Megalopolis and The Brutalist, more distant cousins than siblings (28:03). They wrap up by sharing some memorable #NYFF62 moments, superlatives for favorite shots and quotes from anything they’ve seen, and what one Oscar they would award!
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Megalopolis clips: https://youtu.be/tNybhMsO5ew?si=A6rVuGogNC4P34Mh
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“Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself? Younger, more beautiful, more perfect.” This simple, yet expansive idea frames the timely new release, The Substance, a hyper-stylized modern fairy tale that heavily satirizes Hollywood and the beauty industry. Nick and Sophia thoroughly break down this wildly thrilling body horror award winner from Cannes, including: Demi Moore’s daring performance, the gruesome prosthetic and makeup effects, the meaning behind its many movie references, and its continued awards potential. If you haven’t seen the film yet (we definitely recommend finding a packed screening), there’s a spoiler warning mid-episode (22:54) in case you decide to revisit later.
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Now that all of the Big Five film festivals (Berlin, Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, and Venice) have ended and handed out their awards, it’s time for Sophia and Nick to recap how their premieres will influence the rest of awards season. Listen as they discuss initial reactions from Venice, Telluride (18:31), and TIFF (37:21), and preview some releases coming at the New York Film Festival (46:21). Afterwards, they answer some fun listener questions related to buzzy performances and their chances at competing on Survivor, older films that would pair well with recent releases, and some category specific possibilities, like in Screenplay or Picture. If you’re curious about what audiences think of Anora, Conclave, Saturday Night, The End, Nightbitch, The Brutalist, Maria, Hard Truths, or The Last Showgirl (with Pamela Anderson and Jamie Lee Curtis), or want to learn more about these movies, then this is the episode for you!
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Even though the yearly transition from the dog days of summer into sweater weather always feels too abrupt, it also means that there’s an exciting crop of new releases on its way! To talk about over 40 of these movies headed to the big screen and on streaming, Nick and Sophia are joined by Benjamin VanHoose, @People’s Associate Editor, Movies. Listen as they highlight blockbusters and indie films alike being released in September, October (27:34), November (44:42), and December (1:04:50). Are you a fan of horror? Then The Substance, Heretic, or Nosferatu might be for you. Looking for a family night at the theater? Check out showtimes for The Wild Robot, Transformers One, Moana 2, or Mufasa: The Lion King. Let us know what your most anticipated movie of the fall is!
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Sophia and Nick are looking back on 1974 once more, this time to a wonderful comedy double feature: both Oscar nominees and both made by the same director! Here’s to Mel Brooks’ odd couple, the unforgettable Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein (22:09). Listen as they uncover behind the scenes facts and share their favorite quotes and scenes alike. Gene Wilder and Madeline Kahn aren’t the only ones seeing double! Do you think either of these classics deserved to win at least one Oscar?
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Fall festivals are about to begin which means it’s time for Oscar Wild’s biggest episode of the year! Nick and Sophia are excited to invite back eight extraordinary guests to compete in their fifth Awards Season Fantasy Draft: All-Stars Edition. Part competition, part movie madness, the draft showcases what they believe to be the biggest players throughout the coming awards season, possibly even taking home some Oscar gold come March.
Each of their teams select films, cast and crew, and some fun creative picks that could earn them the most points via critics prizes, multiple guilds, and the biggest award ceremonies. Tune in for a lively, hilarious, enlightening, and all together unforgettable insider look at the year’s biggest movies!
Which team do you think will take home the win: Team Berger Kings or Team New Rochelle Bi-Coastal Champions?
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Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
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The movie at the heart of this week’s episode deeply embodies the passion behind Oscar Wild’s favorite mini-game, Smash or Pass. Men can be unreliable, deceitful, temperamental, or just plain old rude. But at the end of the day, they can also be charming, hot, upstanding, and in endless supply, and I know, my toast is burning.
Sophia and Nick rewind to 1937 yet again to further discuss the contentious Oscar race for Best Actress. They previously highlighted Barbara Stanwyck in Stella Dallas on “Stanwyck September” last year along with Janet Gaynor in A Star Is Born on “Always Remember Us This Way”with guests Connor and Dylan MacDowell. Listen to hear them break down Irene Dunne’s Oscar nominated performance in The Awful Truth before critiquing Luise Rainer’s poorly aged win for The Good Earth and providing an extensive conversation on their favorite acting category (25:57). Would they have awarded their one Oscar to Irene Dunne or does Luise get to keep her statuette?
Who would you have awarded Best Actress this year?
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Listen to Sophia’s guest appearance on “And The Runner-Up Is” with friend of the pod Kevin Jacobsen as they discuss the 1937 Best Actress race in even more detail: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and-the-runner-up-is/id1358031226?i=1000543593068
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“Her web connects them all.” Nick and Sophia are back to answer some fun listener questions! Find out about their favorite (and worst) theatrical experiences, which Oscar winners they would form an alliance with on Survivor, awards potential for multiple upcoming releases, how they would reallocate Meryl Streep’s wins, and many more! Comment below with who you’d like to see host this year’s Academy Awards!
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Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
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“I coulda been a contender, I coulda been somebody.”
Sophia and Nick are back to discuss another Best Picture-winning classic, On the Waterfront, which is also celebrating its 70th anniversary. Marlon Brando’s career-defining performance earned him his first Oscar and one of eight for the film. Listen as they talk about the film’s other wins and if it was (or could’ve been) snubbed elsewhere, Elia Kazan’s role with testifying to HUAC and the film’s not so subtle hints, and of course their favorite scenes, quotes, and performances. Did the Academy get it right? Which one Oscar would they award the film? Find out and comment with your thoughts!
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Thirty-nine light-years from Earth, crew members aboard the cargo ship Nostromo take one small step onto an unknown planet, leading to an endless number of giant disasters for mankind. So begins the interstellar saga that sends its heroine, Ellen Ripley, to hell and back, with corporate-fueled alien adventures continuing to this day. It’s no wonder Alien remains one of the all-time greatest science fiction films 45 years after Ridley Scott and his innovative and imaginative collaborators birthed such chilling beauty.
Listen as Nick and Sophia unearth some far out production facts while providing a deep discussion on Alien and Aliens (55:39). Find out which film each of them prefers, what their favorite and scariest scenes are, and, of course, which one Oscar they would award for each film! Make sure to see these two classics before Alien: Romulus is released on August 16th.
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“I’ve gotta go Julia, we’ve got cows.” Well, there might not be flying cows in this unconventional sequel to the original 1996 disaster movie, but there's enough daredevil tornado wrangling to last a lifetime. Give your best "Yee Haw" and saddle up as Sophia and Nick entertainingly review Twisters side-by-side with Twister. They marvel at Glen Powell's instant charm and Lee Isaac Chung's direction, are intrigued by the 4DX experience, debate if this film will also earn Oscar nominations, and much more!
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