Prestige Junkie

Chris Feil returns to break down the most talked-about titles from Cannes, and why Neon is releasing almost all of them. Then, Severance star Britt Lower and creator Dan Erickson discuss the trial by fire experience of making the buzzy Apple show, and how it allowed them to take even bigger risks in season two. Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to the Prestige Junkie newsletter.  Follow Katey on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow The Ankler. 

In this engaging discussion, Richard Rushfield, a savvy writer for The Ankler, reflects on Hollywood's recent disasters and the hope for its future. He’s joined by Tony Gilroy, the showrunner of Andor, and Diego Luna, who shines as Cassian Andor. They delve into the ambitious storytelling in Andor's final episodes, exploring how it brilliantly merges cinematic qualities with series format. The trio also touches on the evolving landscape of film and TV, including the struggles of studios, superhero fatigue, and the revival of independent filmmaking.

Tyler Coates returns to break down the state of the Emmy race, including the wide-open battle for drama series and the new shows with major upset potential. Then Luke Kirby talks about his new collaboration with Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino, entering the tough but beautiful world of ballet with the new Prime Video series Etoile. Subscribe⁠⁠ to the Prestige Junkie newsletter.  Follow Katey on ⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠.  ⁠⁠Follow The Ankler. 

First Dave Gonzales joins Katey to look at how Thunderbolts fits into the Marvel Cinematic Universe's current existential crisis, and whether Fantastic Four later this summer can keep the good vibes going. Then Matlock creator Jennie Snyder Urman and star Kathy Bates talk about how they crafted a legal procedural for the modern era, and why it was good enough to bring Kathy back from the brink of retirement.

Tom Oyer, an Oscar die-hard and former senior vice president at the Academy, joins Katey to break down the new rules for this year’s Oscars, and explains why the Oscars need so many rules in the first place. Then Katey talks to Hannah Einbinder and Paul W Downs about the latest season of Emmy champion Hacks, and their secrets for the best backlot golf cart rides. Subscribe⁠ to the Prestige Junkie newsletter.  Follow Katey on ⁠Letterboxd⁠.  ⁠Follow The Ankler. 

Katey talks to Ankler colleague Lesley Goldberg about a TV trend that's more promising than it might seem, thanks to spring hits like The Pitt. Then Katey talks to Uzo Aduba about leading Netflix's new White House murder mystery series The Residence, and what it takes to play true genius on TV.Subscribe to the Prestige Junkie newsletter. Follow Katey on Letterboxd. Follow The Ankler. 

First, Katey talks to fellow long-time podcaster Karina Longworth about the latest season of her show You Must Remember This, which looks back at how iconic directors like John Huston and William Wyler adapted to the changes in Hollywood in the 1960s — and what we can learn from their struggles. Then, The Wedding Banquet director Andrew Ahn and his co-writer James Schamus talk about their unusual collaboration, working together to remake a film Schamus co-wrote in 1993 with Ang Lee, and update it for a modern audience while maintaining the original's scrappy indie film spirit.Subscribe to the Prestige Junkie newsletter. Follow Katey on Letterboxd. Follow The Ankler. 

Live on stage at NAB Show in Las Vegas, Katey talks to the prolific filmmakers about their long friendship, hard-won lessons, and what's next for Hollywood, technology and storytelling.Subscribe to the Prestige Junkie newsletter. Follow Katey on Letterboxd. Follow The Ankler. 

Natalie Jarvey, author of The Ankler's Like and Subscribe newsletter, explores Hollywood's attempt to partner with popular internet creators and their quest for Emmy recognition. Jason Isaacs, known for his roles in Harry Potter and HBO's The White Lotus, reflects on the fascinating dynamics of modern television. He shares insights on storytelling, the blend of traditional and new media, and the unique challenges actors face in an evolving landscape. Their discussions reveal the intricate balance between fame, creativity, and authenticity in today’s entertainment world.

Mississippi’s own Landon Bryant— better known on the Internet as Landon Talks— joins Katey to talk about his hometown hero Parker Posey and her divisive, instantly iconic performance on the current season of The White Lotus. They also talk about the actors who have nailed their Southern accents over the years, and Hollywood might be able to work with creators like Landon to truly get it right going forward.Subscribe to the Prestige Junkie newsletter. Follow Katey on X and Letterboxd. Follow The Ankler.