The Big Picture

Christopher Nolan, Director of 'Oppenheimer', discusses his film's success at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards. The hosts critique the TV production and discuss other successful movies like 'The Holdovers'. They also talk about the shortcomings, decline in ratings, and popular memes from the ceremony. The hosts analyze the etiquette of giving speeches in public, improvements in award show process and enhancements in production. They also touch upon an actor's hobbies, physical endurance, funny moments, film genres, and Bruce Springsteen's attendance at the Golden Globes.

Chris Ryan, along with Sean and Amanda, recounts the plot of 'Night Swim' after previously explaining the plot of 'Barbarian' to Amanda. They discuss their most anticipated movies of 2024 including 'Dune: Part Two' and 'Furiosa'.

The podcast covers box office thoughts, the films 'Anyone but You' and 'The Color Purple', and New Year's movie resolutions. They discuss their visit to the Living Desert, a redo of a Tony Gilroy movie, the challenges of marketing and releasing movies, Glenn Powell's versatility, weddings in movies, and the challenges and successes of a movie adaptation. They also share their movie and podcast resolutions for 2024.

The podcast discusses underrated movies of 2023, including 'Bottoms' and 'Joyride'. They also delve into pro wrestling and the Von Erich family's representation in 'The Iron Claw'. The challenges of recreating pro wrestling in cinema and casting stars like Zac Efron are explored. The hosts praise acting performances, scenes from the movie, and the emotional portrayal of brotherhood. They share their fascination with the Von Eric family and the struggles of setting up a wrestling venue. They also discuss a visit to MoMA and their experience with a Richard Sarah art installation.

Chris Ryan, The Ringer’s Michael Mann aficionado, joins Sean and Amanda to discuss 'Ferrari' and their top five Michael Mann movies. They talk about the casting choices, Adam Driver's performance, and whether 'Ferrari' will be Mann's last film. They also share their favorite Michael Mann movies, including 'Collateral' and its depiction of Los Angeles.

Cord Jefferson, director of 'American Fiction', joins Sean to discuss the challenges of directing a film as a writer and the movie's remarkable cast. They also talk about the state of family dramas and satires, and Cord shares his future projects. Sean and Amanda start the show by sharing their top 5 movie scenes of 2023, and later discuss 'American Fiction' as a refreshing mix of genres.

The hosts discuss their top 10 performances of 2023, featuring Beyonce's role in Renaissance and Sandra Holler's roles in Anatomy of a Fall and The Zone of Interest. They dive deep into Bradley Cooper's 'Maestro', analyze its craftsmanship, emotional impact, and explore its meaning. They also discuss his intense Oscar campaign and hopes for his future projects.

Chris Ryan, movie critic and podcast host, joins hosts Sean and Amanda for a draft of the best movies of 2020. They discuss their movie picks, the movie 'Mank' and its reception, must-watch films on Hulu, and their dislike for cyclists.

Jonathan Glazer, director of 'The Zone of Interest,' discusses recreation in film, interpretive sound design, their other collaborations, and more. Also, the hosts share their thoughts on the movie 'Wonka,' the musical performance of Shalomie, Hugh Grant's performance, presenting musicals as non-musicals in trailers, live-action children's movies, Timothee Chalamet's career choices, and Jonathan Glazer's collaboration process in the film industry.

Andy Greenwald and Charles Holmes join the hosts to discuss Hayao Miyazaki's films and their personal experiences with his work. They explore the challenges of introducing certain movies to young children and share their top five Miyazaki movies. The hosts delve into a movie that won the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival and discuss its intricate plot revolving around truth and different perspectives. They also analyze the personality traits of a character in a film and delve into the disorienting opening and unsettling conversation in another movie. The chapter focuses on the investigation surrounding Sandra's husband's murder and the complex relationship between a mother and her son in a film. Overall, they provide entertaining insights into various films and themes.