Lauren LaMagna
Film commentator and regular contributor to NextBestPicture who discusses new releases, awards-season favorites, and film criticism on the podcast.
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Oct 5, 2024 • 1h 49min
"Joker: Folie à Deux"
Lauren LaMagna, a comic book fan and podcast contributor, joins insightful film commentators Josh Parham and Tom O'Brien. They dive deep into "Joker: Folie à Deux," exploring its dark musical elements and mixed audience reactions. The trio debates its portrayal of isolation, mental health, and the disconnect between narrative ambition and execution. They also analyze Joaquin Phoenix's performance and the film's musical score, highlighting missed opportunities for emotional impact while pondering its potential awards season fate.
Jan 4, 2026 • 1h 31min
Episode 473 - Our Most Anticipated Films Of 2026, Critics Choice Award Winner & SAG/PGA/DGA Nomination Predictions
Lauren LaMagna, a film commentator with a keen eye for awards season, joins film critic Dan Bayer and film journalist Cody Derricks to discuss the upcoming Critics' Choice Awards. They share their predictions for SAG/PGA/DGA nominations and dive into their most anticipated films of 2026. The trio also reflects on the community poll revealing favorites from 2025. Their lively banter highlights controversies surrounding Best Actress and Actor races, along with potential dark horses in the awards landscape.
