The Next Best Picture Podcast Episode 474 - Golden Globe Winner Predictions, CCA Winners, Actor/PGA/DGA Nominations, BAFTA Longlists & "The Death Of Robin Hood" Trailer
Jan 11, 2026
This week features guests Cody Derricks, a film journalist known for his awards analysis; Megan Lachinski, a film critic offering insights on industry trends; Tom O'Brien, a critic covering international cinema; and Katie Johnson, a film writer sharing her awards perspectives. They dive into predictions for the Golden Globes and analyze Critics' Choice winners. The panel also reacts to nominations from guilds and the BAFTA longlists, while discussing standout trailers like "The Death Of Robin Hood" and sharing their thoughts on upcoming film releases.
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Momentum Can Flip Midseason
- Awards season momentum can shift rapidly as guild and critics results emerge during January voting windows.
- Matt Neglia warns that recent nominations and wins reshape frontrunners and force campaign pivots in real time.
Cody's Year-End Watchlist Wrap
- Cody finished his 2025 watchlist and described mixed reactions to several late films like Song Sung Blue and Frankenstein.
- He shared enthusiasm for underseen queer titles Queens of the Dead and Cactus Pears as personal highlights.
Respect Craft Films As Potential Winners
- Don’t dismiss technical contenders like F1 just because they feel populist; craft wins can propel surprise Oscar wins.
- Matt and guests suggest these films can translate into sound or editing Oscars if they reach Best Picture contention.
