The Big Picture The 10 Best Movies at Sundance, and the Astonishing ‘Nickel Boys’
22 snips
Feb 4, 2025 
Tim Fehlbaum, the director of the Oscar-nominated film 'September 5,' shares insights into his impactful work and the story behind the film, which explores the Munich Olympics tragedy. He discusses the challenges of capturing real historical events and the emotional weight of storytelling. The conversation also touches on the innovative techniques utilized in filmmaking and the importance of narrative in shaping audience experiences. Additionally, they reflect on the film's ascendance during awards season, highlighting its resonant themes.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Newman Postponement
- Sean Fennessey explains a scheduling change due to the volume of Paul Newman films he acquired.
- He intends to watch them for research but hasn't had the time, postponing the planned episode.
Gascón Controversy
- Amanda Dobbins expresses surprise at the lack of research into Carla Sofia Gascon's past tweets.
- Netflix acquired the film months prior, yet the tweets weren't discovered until recently.
Indie Film Market Shift
- Sean Fennessey observes a potential downturn in the independent film market.
- Streaming services like Netflix, after initially disrupting the market, are now less active at festivals like Sundance.
