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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
First Cow
Tenet
Judas and the Black Messiah
Extraction
The Invisible Man
Mank

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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On today’s action-packed show, Sean and Amanda dive deep into the two newest films from one of their favorite filmmakers, Richard Linklater. Before diving in, they react to a handful of movie news headlines, including Tom Cruise’s honorary Oscar at t... more

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Van Lathan to cover two new releases that they collectively had mixed feelings about. Before diving in, though, they theorize about why the fall movie slate has been such a huge disappointment both commercially and criti... 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 Greta Gerwig’s ‘Lady Bird,’ one of the greatest coming-of-age films ever made. They explain why this is the most d... more

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Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to avenge their Yautja brethren on planet Genna and cover Dan Trachtenberg’s ‘Predator: Badlands,’ starring Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. Before diving in though, they briefly cover a handful of movie ... more

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Recent Guests

Edgar Wright
Director of 'The Running Man'
Episode: The Juiceless Fall Movie Season, ‘The Running Man,’ and ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’
Yorgos Lanthimos
Filmmaker known for his unique storytelling style and collaboration with Emma Stone
Episode: Best Picture Power Rankings, ‘Bugonia,’ and the New Paranoid Thriller, With Yorgos Lanthimos!
Mary Bronstein
Writer and director of 'If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You'
A24
Episode: ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’ and the ‘Music Biopic’ Mount Rushmore
Rebecca Miller
Writer and director of the documentary 'Mr. Scorsese'
Episode: The “Should I See It in a Movie Theater?” Test: ‘Tron: Ares,’ ‘Roofman,’ and ‘After the Hunt.’ Plus, the Magic of ‘Mr. Scorsese.’
David Sims
Co-host of Blank Check
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Episode: The New York City Movie Draft, With Griffin Newman and David Sims!
Benny Safdie
Writer and director of The Smashing Machine
Episode: Best Picture Power Rankings and The Rock’s Oscar Bid in ‘The Smashing Machine,’ with Benny Safdie!
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!
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!
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!

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.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 13.7k ratings
  • Love Movies, love this

    I discovered this podcast a few months back and haven’t stopped listening. I don’t see as many movies as I used to, but I love listening to people talking about them, especially movies that I love.

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    5
    TeacherGuySeattle
    United States10 days ago
  • Tough when it can be so fun and then…

    Amanda is borderline insufferable.

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    1
    jwalkston
    United States14 days ago
  • Fine listen depending on the topic

    Imagine doing a radio show in 1920 about horse drawn carriages.

    That’s kind of what The Big Picture is for movies. While I enjoy the enthusiasm that Sean and Amanda have for film, it is clear that Hollywood’s best days are behind us.

    Scan the episode titles for The Big Picture, and you will see as many episodes about the past (“The 1984 Movie Draft”), as you will see about current movies.

    So, it’s not entirely Sean and Amanda’s fault that this podcast is not must-listen. There’s just not very... more

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    3
    Sjdoublec
    United States15 days ago
  • Fun

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Philip
    17 days ago
  • Halloween Horror Review

    Hi!

    I absolutely love the yearly reviews of the best horror films, especially the Halloween ones. They're always a highlight of the season, so thank you for keeping the tradition alive!

    PS: I wasn’t totally sold on the Alex Ross segment last year. It felt like we were speeding through a ton of slasher titles, and it got a bit hard to keep up.

    PPS: This year’s Alex Ross portion felt a little off again for me. I ended up tuning out during the second half of the episode. Just a small note from a... more

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    4
    Manny CR
    United States20 days ago

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Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ and the Best Frankenstein Movies. Plus: Jennifer Lawrence Is Ablaze in ‘Die My Love.’
Q: What did you think of the film Frankenstein?
If you're going to make a Frankenstein story, del Toro is the guy you go to to do it, and I think he attempts to add some new wrinkles while still respecting the core themes.
Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ and the Best Frankenstein Movies. Plus: Jennifer Lawrence Is Ablaze in ‘Die My Love.’
Q: What did you think of Die My Love?
I think it is one of my favorite movies of the year, catered directly to me. It conveys the weird and terrifying experience of postpartum depression accurately.
The Mega-Mailbag Is Here, and the New Best Picture Front-Runner Is …
Q: What should I prioritize when watching films?
Enjoy the experience and don't feel pressured about how often you get to watch films. One movie a day is a healthy goal.
The Mega-Mailbag Is Here, and the New Best Picture Front-Runner Is …
Q: How do you balance podcasting, watching movies, and family?
We have a ton of help with childcare and share responsibilities with partners to manage work and family life.
Best Picture Power Rankings and The Rock’s Oscar Bid in ‘The Smashing Machine,’ with Benny Safdie!
Q: How do you approach getting the cinematic language for MMA fighting?
I used a respect for the sport, aiming for realism without altering how the fights were executed, focusing on capturing the essence.

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2. Yorgos Lanthimos
3. Mary Bronstein
4. Rebecca Miller
5. David Sims
6. Benny Safdie
7. Paul Thomas Anderson
8. Leonardo DiCaprio

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