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The Big Picture

The Ringer
Oppenheimer
Golden Globes
Barbie
Poor Things
Covid-19
Ferrari
Renaissance
May December
Leave the World Behind
The Iron Claw
Beyoncé
Godzilla Minus One
The Boy and the Heron
Wonka
Tenet
The Invisible Man
Extraction
First Cow
Mank
Judas and the Black Messiah

Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins review the movies you need to see. Plus: Top 5s, Movie Drafts, Oscars analysis, and more, featuring a rotating cast of Ringer colleagues like Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, and Bill Simmons.

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Sofia Coppola’s ‘Marie Antoinette,’ one of the greatest blank checks this century, starring Kirsten Dunst. They ex... more

Sean and Amanda have an action-packed episode today following the release of Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another.' They begin the show by reacting to the film’s opening weekend box office performance and astounding initial critical accla... more

Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan to break down their most anticipated movie of the year: Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another,’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio. They dive deep into spoilers right from the jump, make the case for it bei... more

Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Wolf of Wall Street,’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio, a manic, exhilarating, wretched celebrati... more

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Leonardo DiCaprio
Actor and producer, known for his roles in many acclaimed films.
Notable for his work in Hollywood as one of the leading actors of his generation
Episode: ‘One Battle After Another’ Is a Modern Masterpiece, With Leonardo DiCaprio and Paul Thomas Anderson!
Paul Thomas Anderson
Acclaimed filmmaker known for directing 'There Will Be Blood', 'Phantom Thread', and more.
Works primarily with Focus Features and production companies like Ghoulardi Film Company
Episode: ‘One Battle After Another’ Is a Modern Masterpiece, With Leonardo DiCaprio and Paul Thomas Anderson!
Spike Lee
Renowned filmmaker and director known for his impactful storytelling and social commentary.
Episode: ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Is a N.Y. Movie State of Mind, With Spike Lee!
Alex Russell
First-time writer-director of the film Lurker
Episode: The Best Movies at Telluride and Venice, and the 10 Most Anticipated Fall Films
Jamel Bowie
New York Times opinion columnist and co-host of Unclear and Present Danger
Episode: 6. ‘The Hurt Locker’ and ‘Iron Man’ | Mission Accomplished
Joanna Robinson
Host of Ringer podcasts like House of R and the Prestige TV podcast
Episode: 6. ‘The Hurt Locker’ and ‘Iron Man’ | Mission Accomplished
Oliver Stone
Famed director known for his controversial films exploring American history
Episode: 5. ‘No Country for Old Men’ and ‘W.’ | Mission Accomplished
Barry Corbin
Actor known for his role in 'No Country for Old Men'
Episode: 5. ‘No Country for Old Men’ and ‘W.’ | Mission Accomplished
Josh Brolin
Actor who portrayed George W. Bush in 'W' and Llewellyn Moss in 'No Country for Old Men'
Episode: 5. ‘No Country for Old Men’ and ‘W.’ | Mission Accomplished

Hosts

Sean Fennessey
Co-host and primary voice associated with critical discussions on films, bringing a blend of humor and sharp analysis to the conversation.
Amanda Dobbins
Co-host known for her insightful perspectives and engaging personality, contributing depth and relatability to film discussions.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 13.7k ratings
  • So much potential

    2nd chair needs to be a thoughtful addition. We need CR or someone at that level.

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    G-money32132
    United Statesa month ago
  • My absolute favorite podcast

    Sean & Amanda are simply the best at this.

    Apple Podcasts
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    pasqualeG
    United Statesa month ago
  • “Get Out” 25 for 25

    The best part about this episode is that Sean and Amanda seem oblivious to the fact that they represent the exact people that were being satirized in the film, upper class liberal whites who think they’re being proactive. The episode overall is also pretty poor as far as highlighting the aspects of Get Out that made it such a phenomenon.

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    1
    SullBoy
    United Statesa month ago
  • What’s up with these reviews?

    These reviews are crazy! Sean and Amanda are both amazing. They are super knowledgeable and entertaining to listen to. The drafts and rankings are very fun. Sean and Amanda please don’t listen to any of these haters and keep up the great work!! Love you both!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mmc2244668800
    United Statesa month ago
  • Personality differences

    Good discussions, these two know what they’re talking about. Amanda comes off a little too snobby for my taste; Sean is much better. Maybe it’s just me!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mmpnguyen
    United Statesa month ago

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‘One Battle After Another’ Is a Modern Masterpiece, With Leonardo DiCaprio and Paul Thomas Anderson!
Q: Why the decision to set it right now?
In a practical way, it would be nice to just walk into the street and shoot a movie without worrying about being a period film. I had kids that were becoming teenagers, which pushed the story into its contemporary setting, and it became essential to the narrative.
‘One Battle After Another’ Is a Modern Masterpiece, With Leonardo DiCaprio and Paul Thomas Anderson!
Q: Leo, in 2018, I talked to Paul and he said, I love Leo. And I loved him then, which is around the Boogie Nights time, because I was obsessed with Gilbert Grape. What was it that you connected with with Paul's work? And why did you want to ultimately work together?
His body of work? You know, his unique storytelling. You're transported into worlds. I remember watching The Master, and I felt like I was in that time period. The fact that Paul's been working on this for 20 years means there's so much intricate thought put into it.
The Best Movies at Telluride and Venice, and the 10 Most Anticipated Fall Films
Q: What are some of the films that we should be caring about out of the festival?
The best experiences include Megadoc, an insightful look at the making of Coppola's Megalopolis, Begonia by Yorgos Lanthimos, The Testament of Anne Lee about the Shaker movement, and Park Chan Wook's No Other Choice, which is being touted as a strong contender.
‘Weapons’ Is Why We Go to the Movies, With Zach Cregger!
Q: What did you find in the reporting, trying to talk to people about movies that were made 20, 25 years ago?
Brian discusses how filmmakers are interested in reflecting back on that period and how those movies have become culturally significant, especially in the context of ongoing franchise dominance in Hollywood.
‘Weapons’ Is Why We Go to the Movies, With Zach Cregger!
Q: Can you describe for me the day you started writing it? What spurred it?
Zach shares that he started writing during a difficult time after the sudden death of his friend Trevor Moore, using writing as a constructive outlet for his feelings.

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2. Paul Thomas Anderson
3. Spike Lee
4. Alex Russell
5. Jamel Bowie
6. Joanna Robinson
7. Oliver Stone
8. Barry Corbin

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