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"A Chiara" had its world premiere at last year's Cannes Film Festival and then went on to play various film festivals throughout the fall. It is now playing in limited release from NEON in New York and Los Angeles this weekend. Director/Writer Jonas Carpignano was kind enough to spend a few minutes talking with us about his unique mafia movie, how it drew inspiration from other movies while creating its own path, how he worked with the actors, particular Swamy Rotolo, the importance of setting the film in Italy and more. Be sure to check out the film if you can, and please take a listen down below. Enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL EPISODE. Please check out the full podcast episode on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPictureThe Next Best Series Podcast is back for the second month in a row since its return last month to discuss the latest shows we're watching on television and streaming, which will be contending for the Emmy Awards this season. Joining me for this episode is Nadia Dalimonte & Will Mavity. We discuss various miniseries including "Under The Banner Of Heaven," "We Own This City," and "The Staircase," the return of "Better Call Saul," "Barry" and "Hacks," the conclusions of "Ozark," and "Moon Knight" and more! We have "The Boys," "Westworld," and "Stranger Things" returning in a few days, which we'll be discussing on next month's show. We have so many recommendations to offer and many shows to catch up with as we head towards the 74th annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Garland's psychological horror film, "Men," has been polarizing audiences since its release this past weekend from A24. However, the one thing most people seem to agree on in the movie is the performance, or rather, "performances," from actor Rory Kinnear as the numerous men in the film who terrorize Jessie Buckley's character. Rory was kind enough to spend some time talking about what it was like to tackle such a unique project, his acting process, whether he would return to the James Bond franchise if asked, and more. Please take a listen down below and enjoy! Thank you.Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For our second review this week, Josh Parham, Ema Sasic, Eve O'Dea & Zoe Rose Bryant joined me to discuss the newest film from Alex Garland, "Men," starring Jessie Buckley, Rory Kinnear, Paapa Essiedu & Gayle Rankin. The A24 horror film has garnered a polarizing reception landing a D+ Cinemascore and dividing audiences on where it fits within Garland's filmography alongside his other two films, "Ex Machina" and "Annihilation." What did we think of it, though? We do our best to avoid spoilers in this one as we rummage through our many thoughts on the direction, screenplay, performances, and more. Thank you as always for listening, and enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following the success of the 2019 film "Downton Abbey," the cast returned for a sequel, penned once again by series creator Julian Fellowes, titled "Downton Abbey: A New Era," which was just released in theaters this weekend. It's a welcome return to a cast of characters we know and love so well by this point that any time we spend with them is truly a gift. Actors Laura Carmichael and Allen Leech see it that way as well, as they reprise their roles as Lady Edith and Tom Branson. Along with Fellowes, the two of them were kind enough to spend some time talking with us about returning to their characters, discussing what they're going through in this film and what lies ahead. Be sure to take a listen down below and enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Episode 295, I'm joined by Josh Parham & Will Mavity. Today, we're discussing the initial reviews and reactions for some of the biggest titles from the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. We also give our thoughts on the recent AMPAS rule changes for the 95th Academy Awards, share our thoughts on the trailers for "Three Thousand Years Of Longing," "Good Luck To You, Leo Grande," "Bros," go over the polls, discuss other film news, answer your fan-submitted questions, and more! Please take a listen down below or subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app. Thank you as always for your continued support, and enjoy the show!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this week's main podcast review, I am joined by Nicole Ackman and guests Maggie Lovitt from Wealth Of Geeks & Nathaniel Rogers from The Film Experience. We're heading back to Downton for "Downton Abbey: A New Era," starring Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Maggie Smith, Jim Carter, Imelda Staunton, Hugh Dancy, Elizabeth McGovern, Laura Haddock, Laura Carmichael, Dominic West, and a lot more! A sequel to the 2019 film, the story is split into two. One plot line follows characters traveling to the South of France for an inherited villa while the other characters back at the Downton estate work with a Hollywood crew who have chosen to shoot their film on location. What did we think of this story, how it pushed the characters forward, the performances, the future of Downton Abbey, and more? Click below to hear our thoughts and enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Emergency" had its world premiere at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its writing, blend of drama with dark humor, and performances from RJ Cyler, Donald Elise Watkins & Sebastian Chacon. The three actors were kind enough to talk with us about their work on the film, and you can tell from listening that there is a deep sense of camaraderie amongst them. Be sure to take a listen down below and check out the film, which is currently playing in limited release and will be available on Prime Video on May 27th. Thank you, and enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPictureOur 2012 retrospective continues with the Palme d'Or and Best Foreign Language Film Oscar winner of 2012: Michael Haneke's brutally devastating but honest love story, "Amour," starring Jean-Louis Trintignant, Emmanuelle Riva & Isabelle Huppert. Incredibly heavy in its subject matter, the film has endured as one of the great cinematic works of art over the last decade earning various accolades from all over the world, including a nomination for Best Picture. What do we think of the themes, the performances, and the life-confronting questions this movie forces us to ask of ourselves? Tune in below to find out in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Joining me for this podcast retrospective review I have Sara Clements, Dan Bayer, Eve O'Dea, and Tom O'Brien. We hope you enjoy it. Thank you!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Montana Story" had its world premiere at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its performances by Haley Lu Richardson and Owen Teague. Owen was kind enough to spend some time with us discussing how he's similar and different from the character he's playing, his experience with horses during production, and more. Be sure to take a listen down below and check out the film, which is currently playing in limited release from Bleecker Street. Thank you, and enjoy!Check out more on NextBestPicture.comPlease subscribe on...SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/nextbestpicturepodcastiTunes Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jTAnd be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices