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The Big Picture

The Ringer
Hollywood
Academy Awards
One Battle After Another
Oscars
The Brutalist
Paul Thomas Anderson
Film Industry
Sinners
Golden Globes
Disney
George W. Bush
Tom Cruise
Anora
Romantic Comedy
Oppenheimer
State Farm
28 Years Later
Jurassic World Rebirth
Superman
Netflix

Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins review the movies you need to see. Plus: Top 5s, Movie Drafts, Oscars analysis, and more. Subscribe to Sean's newsletter, Projections, here.

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On today’s action-packed show, Sean and Amanda briefly react to the first trailer released for M. Night Shyamalan's new film, ‘Remain,’ and the news that Paul Feig is attached to remake ‘The Italian Job.’ Then, they look back at the historic summer a... more

It’s time for one of our favorite episodes of the year: the fall film festival report! Sean and Amanda break down all of the best things they saw this year at the Telluride and Venice film festivals, the general vibes, and what it all means for the O... more

Well, ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to take some MDMA, get kinky, and grab some guns because on today’s show, Chris Ryan joins us (duh) to discuss Adam Wingard’s new metal action flick, ‘Onslaught.’ They briefly cover two additional recent releases... more

Sean and Amanda open today’s show by breaking down the weekend box office and highlighting the solid performance of ‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ the continued bulldozing by ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ and ‘The Odyssey,’ and the big bomb by ‘The Dog Stars.’ The... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Biehn
Actor in Onslaught, action-movie icon
Film career spanning The Terminator, Aliens, etc.
Episode: The Black-and-Chrome Action Movie Pack and ‘Onslaught’ With Michael Biehn and Adam Wingard!
Adam Wingard
Director of Onslaught
Wingard/Nimrod Antal connection context from episode
Episode: The Black-and-Chrome Action Movie Pack and ‘Onslaught’ With Michael Biehn and Adam Wingard!
Bill Simmons
Founder of The Ringer, podcaster
The Ringer
Episode: The Flops Movie Draft
Will Poulter
Actor in Union County; discussed his career and collaboration with Adam Meeks
Union County (film), actor
Episode: ‘The End of Oak Street’ and the Top Five 'Twilight Zone' Movies. Plus: Will Poulter!
Hannah Einbinder
Actor (Camp Miasma cast)
Film/Television
Episode: The Final Girl Film Canon and ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ With Gillian Anderson, Hannah Einbinder, and Jane Schoenbrun!
Gillian Anderson
Actor (Camp Miasma cast)
Film/Television
Episode: The Final Girl Film Canon and ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ With Gillian Anderson, Hannah Einbinder, and Jane Schoenbrun!
Patrick Fischler
Actor known for Mulholland Drive, Lost, Mad Men, Speed
Actor
Episode: The "Ask Sean Anything" Mailbag. Plus: The Amazing Life of a Character Actor, with Patrick Fischler.
Juliet Litman
Jam Session co‑host and generational romantic comedy expert
Jam Session
Episode: 'One Night Only' and the 21st Century Rom-Com Canon
Adam Nayman
critic, author, and guest
The Big Picture
Episode: The Canadian Movie Draft Live from Toronto!

Hosts

Sean Fennessey
Host of The Big Picture, The Ringer contributor with long-running film discourse and live event coverage.
Amanda Dobbins
Co-host and film critic known for strong opinions and dynamic hosting presence.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 15.1k ratings
  • Women Love Horror Too

    One thing that really frustrates me about this podcast is that when you are talking about horror you seem to mainly only have men talking about it. Women make up a HUGE percentage of horror fans and if you are going to do an episode covering final girls, it’s a problem to not have a woman on to talk about that. Surely someone within that network likes horror.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Seaavery
    United Statesa month ago
  • Insufferable Amanda

    Omg please finally replace Amanda. She’s a petulant child who will not allow herself to be interrupted but will talk over other people left and right.

    How many times can she say “Listen”?!

    I don’t understand how she’s so bitter and hateful when she has obviously been granted a favor to have this job.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NoPosWowww
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good pod, but…

    Huge movie fan. Love the pod and your commentary and conversation in general, but please stop talking about how old you are and that you’re on the back nine! You’re in your early 40’s ffs! Enjoy your youth 🤗. Signed, 63 year old physically, 33 mentally 😉.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mymymymysharona
    United Statesa month ago
  • Meh

    Don’t get me wrong, they have a decent show. But I feel like this show is almost unlistenable without Chris Ryan, who isn’t even a host. And them being overly critical about the Avengers Doomsday was ridiculous

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jude Chandler
    United Statesa month ago
  • Stop yelling

    Any chance of not talking over top of each other. You all have good things to say. Take turns.

    Amanda is so self indulgent

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JDJD5
    Australiaa month ago

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The Final Girl Film Canon and ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ With Gillian Anderson, Hannah Einbinder, and Jane Schoenbrun!
Q: What inspired the collaboration between Jane Schoenbrun and the cast for Camp Miasma?
Jane explains that the pairing of Hannah and Gillian grew from recognizing an erotic thriller energy between the two and a shared history of being iconized figures, which shaped the dynamic and allowed a blend of vulnerability and self-awareness in their performances.
The "Ask Sean Anything" Mailbag. Plus: The Amazing Life of a Character Actor, with Patrick Fischler.
Q: What is your single best Nathan for You idea to get more butts in seats in the cinema?
The guest suggests practical gimmicks like giveaways (free hot dogs) and even bigger stunts, emphasizing simple, tangible incentives over overcomplicated schemes, while acknowledging the value of making the experience feel like a journey and rewarding the audience in a straightforward way.
Sex, Hell, and 10 Movies We Missed This Summer. Plus: Gregg Araki!
Q: What drew you to return to feature filmmaking after a long hiatus?
Araki attributes the return to a desire to explore personal themes and the opportunity to work with a strong cast, while leveraging his TV experience to shoot more efficiently and confidently.
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ and the Spider-Man Movie Rankings
Q: Why did they cast Sadie Sink in a significant role and how does that affect the narrative?
Sadie Sink is highlighted as a strong casting choice for a major character, expanding the film's emotional and narrative scope and tying into the larger MCU's approach to integrating new and familiar faces.
‘The Invite’ Is a Hilarious Social Nightmare, With Olivia Wilde!
Q: Did starring in it come first? Were you always going to direct it first? What was the trajectory of your involvement in the project in general?
Wilde describes prioritizing directing over acting in The Invite, then joining as an actor at the cast's invitation, and finally embracing a collaborative, multi-director environment with a cohesive team.

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The show centers cinematic conversation led by two hosts who review notable and upcoming films, often pairing sharp analysis with playful debates, drafts, and canon-building exercises. Episodes frequently feature guests from filmmaking, acting, and criticism, and include industry chatter, sponsor reads, and rankings of films across eras. It stands out for its energy, wide-ranging film discourse, and willingness to entertain bold takes, while sometimes receiving mixed feedback about hosting dynamics and pacing. Potential listeners include cinephiles seeking in-depth yet accessible discussions, audience members curious about drafts and canon formation, and teams looking for sponsor-friendly entertainment content with strong pop culture contex... more

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2. Adam Wingard
3. Bill Simmons
4. Will Poulter
5. Hannah Einbinder
6. Gillian Anderson
7. Patrick Fischler
8. Juliet Litman

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