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The Best Pictures Podcast

Maggie Kellett & Ian Bailie
Academy Awards
Carrie
Stephen King
No Country For Old Men
Slumdog Millionaire
The Shop Around the Corner
The Hurt Locker
The King's Speech
Meet Me In St. Louis
Crash
The Departed
Brian De Palma
Sissy Spacek
Mumbai
Iraq War
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Million Dollar Baby
Piper Lorrie
John Travolta
Bollywood

Join Maggie, Ian, and their unsolicited opinions as they watch their way through every Academy Award Best Picture winner.

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This was a tough one, but a good one! We talking editing, performance, and story structure.

Join our hosts for a more thematic discussion on the 87th Best Picture winner, BİRDMAN or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance). While interesting fodder for discussion and a fascinating look into the earlier stages of social media, virality, and its ... more

For the 2nd of our "left behind for Christmas" themed 2025 holiday episodes, we're tackling the 2023 Best Picture nominee: The Holdovers.

Join Ian and Maggie for their episode on the more modern Christmas classic, Home Alone. Though less substantive that the forthcoming Holdovers episode (again apologies for our technical difficulties changing up our schedule), Home Alone proved to be ... more

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Ian
Co-host with a passion for films and insightful commentary on cinema.
Maggie
Co-host known for her witty humor and movie insights.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Best Picture Winner

    One of the best Oscars based pods out there. These two have been on a journey from the beginning and have taken it all the way to today’s hits. Check this pod out!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kblck
    United Statesa year ago
  • Who is the audience?

    I like these two. I agree with a lot of their opinions- I just am struggling to figure out who their audience is intended to be. Specifically, their Lawrence of Arabia episode has me a little confused. They’re presenting all these opinions of an incredibly frustrating, nuanced, and challenging character and all of their opinions are things I agree with. I think I can’t get past is their tone. They present this as if it’s a bunch of hot takes and as if’s all accidental… The film is clearly in on ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kimi1111111
    United States3 years ago
  • Great!

    I’ve seen listening to each episode after making my way through all the Best Pictures the last couple of years and always enjoy Maggie’s and Ian’s opinions and thoughts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shawn Hallz
    United States4 years ago
  • Great insight

    I’ve started watching the Best Picture movies in order and stumbled upon this podcast. It’s been adding to the enjoyment of the movies (I’ll watch one and then listen to the podcast). The extra insights and knowledge (and humour) provided by the hosts has made for a great experience!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MoviesWoooo
    Canada4 years ago
  • Good stuff

    Incisive podcast. They’re not afraid to take down sacred cows-An American in Paris, West Side Story, Lawrence of Arabia.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    filmfan293
    United States5 years ago

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Overall, the hosts are praised for their insightful critiques while also making the experience enjoyable and engaging.
Some reviews highlight a slight concern about the accessibility of references for younger audiences.
The podcast is regarded as a great resource for movie lovers looking for a deep dive into Best Picture winners.
Listeners appreciate the intelligent and entertaining banter between the hosts.

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76th Academy Awards - Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
Q: How do we feel about the Oscar for one film out of a trilogy?
Personally, I think this can't stand alone as winner.

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The content focuses on a humorous and insightful journey through every Academy Award Best Picture winner, featuring the hosts' candid discussions on film history, themes, and character development. Episodes often revolve around the cultural significance of these films, exploring various genres and eras, as well as the personal connections that viewers can bring to classic cinema. Notably, the hosts frequently incorporate listener interactions and opinions into their critiques, creating a community aspect that enriches the viewing experience for their audience.

A distinctive feature of this podcast is its blend of light-hearted banter with deep analytical perspectives, making it appealing to both casual movie lovers and serious film aficion... more

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