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The Next Picture Show

Filmspotting
Family Dynamics
Y Tu Mamá También
Hollywood
The Hustler
Vietnam War
Raising Arizona
Bram Stoker's Dracula
The Naked Gun
Superman
Sidney Lumet
Nosferatu
The Master
Paul Thomas Anderson
Animation
The Savages
High and Low
Running On Empty
George Miller
Filmmaking
Bull Durham

Looking at cinema's present via its past. From the former editorial team of The Dissolve, The Next Picture Show examines how classic films inspire and inform modern movies. Episodes take a deep dive into a classic film and its legacy, then compare and contrast that film with a modern successor. Hosted and produced by Genevieve Koski, Keith Phipps, Tasha Robinson, and Scott Tobias.

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20-year-old Kane Parsons is now the youngest director to ever hit No. 1 at the box office thanks to his A24-backed horror film Backrooms, which made back its budget several times over in the first week of release and is already inviting talk of seque... more

The Mandalorian and Grogu plays like a few stitched-together episodes of The Mandalorian, which makes it a particularly apt pairing with the 1980 Lone Wolf and Cub assemblage Shogun Assassin — but whether the first new Star Wars feature film since 20... more

The Mandalorian and Grogu gives the feature-film treatment to a streaming series whose premise — an outcast warrior lives by a code of honor while traveling in the company of an adorable small companion — owes no small debt to the Japanese multimedia... more

Kyle Balda’s new family film The Sheep Detectives pulls off a move George Miller was dissuaded from including in his 1998 sequel Babe: Pig in the City — killing off its human farmer figure — but that premise-setting death aside, it’s generally a warm... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Singer
Film writer with knowledge of genre and TV/film culture
Matt Singer (journalist)
Episode: Baby on Board, Pt. 2 — The Mandalorian and Grogu
Jordan Hoffman
Writer/critic and FilmSpotting contributor
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Episode: Past Imperfect, Pt. 1 — A History of Violence
Chris Klimek
Podcaster and teacher known for his expertise on Superman
Episode: Men of Steel, Pt. 2 — Superman (2025)
Noel Murray
Writer and guest on the episode
Episode: Musical Not-obiography, Pt. 1 — I'm Not There
Tim Grierson
Veteran film critic at Screen International and other outlets
Episode: Late Innings, Pt. 1 — Bull Durham
Sam Adams
Special guest, film critic, and contributor
Slate
Episode: War Bonds, Pt. 2 — No Other Land
Charles Bramesco
Film critic and writer
The Guardian
Episode: Killer Instincts, Pt. 2 — Longlegs
Emily St. James
A film critic known for insightful film analysis
Episode: Teenage Dreams, Pt. 2 — I Saw the TV Glow
Genevieve Koski
Co-host
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Episode: Teenage Dreams, Pt. 2 — I Saw the TV Glow

Hosts

Genevieve Koski
Most frequent contributor with instrumental role in guiding analyses and pairing selections.
Keith Phipps
Consistent voice with broad film knowledge and affinity for classic cinema.
Tasha Robinson
Co-host with strong critical voice; contributes wealth of film critique and historical context.
Scott Tobias
Insightful critic with a knack for connecting films to broader contexts and trends.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • DCCine

    I enjoy this podcast. The varied hosts have a wealth of knowledge about film and offer some interesting interpretations. It’s a joy to listen to intelligent discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TickedOffRetiree
    United States3 months ago
  • Wake In fright

    You sucked the life out of a great film with your thoughts way to in-depth and negative..sometimes with film you just have to go with them not pick up on every bloody thing that was wrong with them ..it’s wake in fright ..a classic..WAKE UP!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gazzq not gazq
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • good usually

    Good commentary overall but good lord, some of the hosts barely seem to pay attention. 😭 Michael B. Jordan’s characters in Sinners did not wear the same hats in different colors and it doesn’t take a “hat expert” to know that, just someone who watched the movie for at least 15 minutes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    c.rib
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good but specific caveat

    This is a unique podcast with an awesome premise. They pair older movies in conversation and connection with new movies, that make for interesting, deep analysis. They come with wide knowledge of film and literature history that make for fun and engaging listening. I have some nits I could pick about how sometimes despite there being four hosts, they can miss plot or psychological details or they themselves can get stuck on something that derails the conversation a bit but I can’t claim I would... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NYC psychologist
    United Statesa year ago
  • 😞

    is there a german word for finding a movie pod that’s not two straight guys beavis and butthead chuckle-grunting at each other, only to discover it’s made by sexless dorks who can’t even connect the boob joke at the top of the show on dracula, or understand suspended reality in a folklore setting, or edit out sputtering starts and stops and fragmented interjections? there’s gotta be a word for how promising & then disappointing this show feels.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ullie Coco
    United Statesa year ago

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Strong roster of experts with clear, well-argued takes.
Airs thoughtful, in-depth film analysis with witty banter.

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Talking Points

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Pop Classics, Pt. 1 — Romeo + Juliet (1996)
Q: What are your thoughts on how Baz Luhrmann adapted Romeo and Juliet?
Luhrmann preserved Shakespeare's language while using modern settings and stylizations to engage a younger audience.
Both Sides of the Isle, Pt. 1 — Swept Away (1974)
Q: How do you interpret this film?
The hosts mentioned that it can be understood as a mix of satire, metaphor, love story, and political commentary, emphasizing that the interpretation is multifaceted.
Both Sides of the Isle, Pt. 1 — Swept Away (1974)
Q: What was it like jumping into that project as a 23-year-old cinephile?
Charles Bramesco illustrated that he found the project exciting as it brought to light a previously unexplored area of Italian cinema, especially the works of Wertmüller.
Lose to Win, Pt. 1 – The Hustler
Q: What did you find particularly striking about George C. Scott's character Burt in the film?
He embodies a sadistic predatory nature, using personal weaknesses of others for his gain, and enjoys inflicting pain.
Lose to Win, Pt. 1 – The Hustler
Q: What did you think of the character Sarah in The Hustler?
Sarah is complex and insightful, allowing the film to explore themes of self-destruction and unhealthy relationships.

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A rigorous roundtable look at classic films and their modern successors, with a focus on how films' legacies shape today's cinema. Episodes pair a vintage title with a contemporary counterpart, digging into themes, tone, and visual style while weaving in production trivia and cultural context. Fans get dense, thoughtful analysis from a quartet of critics who bring deep knowledge of film history, + strategic sponsor integrations and recurring cross-title connections that reward repeat listening. The show's standout is its structured pairing format, enabling fresh insights across eras, coupled with lively debates and references to broader cinema history.

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