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Oscar WildFall Festival Recap 2025: Venice, Telluride, and TorontoHappy TIFFty! With festival season in full swing, Sophia and Nick are back to share updates about big award winners and plenty of first-hand insights from multiple festivals. Bennett Prosser joins them to discuss Venice, Telluride, and TIFF, especially since they were all together at Toronto’s golden jubilee! Listen as they discuss their experiences and reactions at each festival, which films will most likely sustain Oscar buzz and which may peter out, and what’s to come that may shake all of this up even more. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @osca...
2025-09-1959 minOscar Wild2025 Fall Festival Movie PreviewThe best time of year is quickly approaching and you know what Sophia and Nick are counting down to… Fall festival slates have been (mostly) revealed and with trailers and release dates also being shared, it’s time to figure out which films will become each studio’s big players. Listen as they list a number of films premiering or being shown at Venice, Telluride, Toronto, and New York and debating which may rise to the top before the next Academy Awards. Will Timothee reign “supreme” this time around? It’s surely no “accident” that Neon and Mubi each collected a stac...
2025-08-221h 12Oscar WildSummer 2025 Release Round-UpFrom Pedro Pascal stretching his limbs to blue cartoon creatures wreaking havoc in their worlds, movies this summer have provided audiences some much needed relief from the intense heat and some hope for the future of theater releases thanks to multiple healthy box office returns. Sophia and Nick are back to discuss many of this summer’s biggest releases, including blockbusters like Superman, Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning, and F1, summer scares (15:08), and other films including a few future releases they’re excited for (25:42). Listen to find out whether they would Nom or Bomb each movie and if any...
2025-08-0851 minOscar WildOscars of the Decade So FarSophia and Nick celebrate five years of the podcast and being halfway through the 2020s by awarding the Oscar Wild Oscars of the Decade So Far! Play along in traditional categories like Supporting and Lead Acting, Director, and Picture, when they also mention some unforgettable telecast moments and other favorite wins. Then they make up some very fun categories, nominating the biggest snubs, best child performance, forgotten awards magnets, and so much more. It wouldn’t be an unhinged episode without mentioning RuPaul and also…a spin on Smash or Pass! Enjoy and let us know what your...
2025-07-181h 53Oscar WildOscar Rewind: ‘Brokeback Mountain’ at 20After 20 years, the shock of Brokeback Mountain losing Best Picture still stings just as much. Ang Lee’s beautiful and affecting western about finding love in a hopeless place is grounded by expert craftsmanship and nuanced performances. Listen as Sophia and Nick detail their love for the film, share some of their favorite shots and scenes, and thank the movie theater gods for rereleasing it in theaters worldwide.Despite its remarkable awards run, there’s no forgetting that Crash went home with the big prize instead at the 2006 Academy Awards (42:43). Find out how they’d rank these two mo...
2025-06-2753 minOscar WildSteven Spielberg and John Williams: ‘Jaws’ at 50This cinematic collaboration may be one of the most beloved, well-known pairings in all of Hollywood history. From the instantly recognizable two- actually three!- notes Sophia and Nick discuss in depth later on to the far off lands you’ll discover in every adventurous theme, there’s no doubt that a Steven Spielberg-John Williams film is much more than the sum of its parts. After a detailed examination of their tightly bound careers, enjoy a fun review of Jaws to celebrate its 50th anniversary (15:02). They also discussed the film five (!) years ago during their first season, so c...
2025-06-1341 minOscar Wild78th Cannes Film Festival RecapAnother awards season has begun in the most elegant of fashions with some of cinema’s finest (no small thanks to Jury President Juliette Binoche). Sophia and Nick are excited to recap this 78th rendition of the Cannes Film Festival including the big winners, some highlights and disappointments, and just how this could start to shape the 2026 Oscars. Listen to Sophia’s firsthand experience on the ground to find out what could end up on your Best of 2025 list at the end of the year! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Soph...
2025-05-3057 minOscar WildRemembering James Dean 70 Years Later: ‘East of Eden’ and ‘Rebel Without a Cause’A life lost way too soon at 24 years old, James Dean will always be remembered as one of Hollywood’s greatest actors. Add to that feat the fact that he only had leading roles in three films and his potential becomes infinitely more devastating. In honoring him seventy years after his passing, Sophia and Nick look back at two of his films that were also released that same year: Elia Kazan’s triumphant adaptation of John Steinbeck’s epic novel, East of Eden, and Nicholas Ray’s definitive portrait of 1950’s America, Rebel Without a Cause (34:24). Listen as they discuss De...
2025-05-0959 minOscar Wild‘Almost Famous’ at 25Welcome back to Oscar Wild’s sixth season! Sophia and Nick are excited to premiere with a film they both love, one about responsibility and passion and art and rock music: Almost Famous. What do they love about it? In the famous words of Russell Hammond, “To begin with, everything.” In celebrating its 25th anniversary, they review the film and share their favorite scenes, quotes, and characters. Then, they discuss the film’s award season run, including Cameron Crowe’s win at the Oscars. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sop...
2025-04-2551 minOscar WildFinal 2025 Oscar PredictionsAfter an unexpectedly wild awards season, Sophia and Nick are excited to share their final Oscar predictions. Like in previous years, they break up all 23 categories into three groups: In the Bag, Toss Up (11:38), and Anybody’s Guess (38:51). With more than half of the categories too close to call, they debate every possibility and look forward to a nail-biter of a ceremony! Tune in this Sunday, March 2nd on ABC or Hulu at 6:30 ET/3:30 PT for the Red Carpet Show and 7pm ET/4pm PT for the ceremony! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and Ti...
2025-02-2652 minOscar WildOscar Contenders V: International Feature, Documentary Feature, Animated Feature, Live Action Short, Animated Short, and Documentary ShortIf you’re following along in the Contenders series, you’ve heard about some films three, four, or even eight times! Today though, Sophia and Nick discuss a whole new slate of movies save for three. For feature films, they share the significance of International Feature, Documentary Feature (18:13), and Animated Feature (29:35), highlighting their write-in votes and which they think should win. Then for all three Shorts categories- Live Action (39:06), Animated (45:45), and Documentary (52:12)- they mention previous nominees and winners in debating which they want the Academy to vote for. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @osca...
2025-02-211h 00Oscar WildOscar Contenders III: Makeup and Hairstyling, Costume Design, Production Design, and Visual EffectsFor the final crafts related Contenders episode, Sophia and Nick share all of the fun looks and designs, including practical and digital effects, in building out all of these imaginative, Oscar-nominated worlds. Listen to find out more about your favorite nominees in: Makeup and Hairstyling, Costume Design (23:32), Production Design (41:57), and Visual Effects (1:03:55).The Substance BTS video: https://youtu.be/8H64HNvXrqU?si=7RZe7aLY06-h8Q4hFilmmaker Magazine with Judy Becker: https://filmmakermagazine.com/128283-history-made-concrete-production-designer-judy-becker-on-the-brutalist/Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cim...
2025-02-071h 25Oscar WildOscar Contenders I: Original Song, Original Score, Sound (feat. Bennett Prosser)With the final countdown to the Oscars underway, it’s time once again for the most thorough series on this year’s nominees! Sophia and Nick begin with the sonic categories to not only hear from their expert song guest, Bennett Prosser, but to also understand how epic studio films and music heavy movies all function to transport audiences alongside stunning visuals. Listen to hear their category breakdowns including production facts, write-in votes, and what they think should win for Original Song, Original Score (34:36), and Sound (1:05:40).Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @oscarwildpod
2025-01-311h 41Oscar WildOur Favorite Movies of 2024There’s no better way to look forward to an exciting new year and a fresh slate of movies than by sharing the best of 2024. In typical fashion, Sophia and Nick start by going through their Letterboxd Wrapped to highlight how many movies they watched, which actors and directors they watched most, and some other fun stats. Then, they use a bunch of very scientific and informative superlatives to talk about their favorite movies from the past year (15:41) including some impressive listener submitted categories (1:30:36), such as Favorite Ending, Best MTV Movie Kiss Award, Favorite Nepo Baby Performance, Wildest Line De...
2025-01-031h 58Oscar Wild‘White Christmas’ at 70There’s nothing more idyllic than waking up Christmas morning and finding everything outside dusted with a glistening layer of snow. Or so the song goes. That isn’t quite the case traveling with the performing duos Wallace & Davis and the Haynes Sisters during their misadventures in White Christmas. Listen as Sophia and Nick celebrate the movie’s 70th anniversary, sharing their favorite scenes and songs and explaining why this Oscar nominee is such an eye-popping, nostalgic holiday classic. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFoll...
2024-12-2040 minOscar WildAfter Dark Preview: 'Eyes Wide Shut' at 25Stanley Kubrick went all out for what would become his final picture— and it’s nothing like you’d expect. Its subtext descends into Dante’s Nine Circles of Hell then does a U-turn at the corner of Pop Culture and Reality. Christopher Nolan would ask you, “Are you watching closely?” Kubrick assumes the impossible, that the viewer may, like the film’s lead character, Bill Harford, like the rest of society, have their Eyes Wide Shut. Enjoy another deep dive courtesy of Sophia and Nick as they venture through a disconcerting yet convincing New York City at Christmasti...
2024-12-0628 minOscar Wild‘Gladiator II’Sophia and Nick are channeling their Italian heritage this week as they re-enter the Colosseum and prepare for the grand battles in Gladiator II. Enjoy their spoiler-free review of the new release and see how they compare it to the original Gladiator which won 5 Oscars and 12 total nominations. Then, they chat about the film’s Oscar potential and predict which categories it could be nominated in come January (28:01). Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27More content including updated nomination predictions @ oscarwild.sq...
2024-11-2243 minOscar WildOscar Rewind: John Ford (‘The Informer,’ ‘The Grapes of Wrath,’ & ‘The Quiet Man’)Sophia and Nick return for an historic episode to discuss the director with the most Oscar wins and the first to win consecutively: John Ford. Revered by many filmmakers throughout history and known for his Westerns, Ford blazed a trail that also showcased his Irish background, his actors- many of whom also won Oscars- and the fractured American Dream. They begin with a thorough history of his illustrious career before reviewing The Informer, the 1935 film for which he won his first Oscar. Even though he didn’t win for Stagecoach four years later, he was successful the fo...
2024-11-081h 21Oscar Wild‘The Omen’ (1976)Sophia and Nick are excited to celebrate Halloween with their devilish review of The Omen. They share their thoughts on both the recent prequel, The First Omen, and the original classic along with exalting its winning performance at the Academy Awards. (They promise there’s no chanting of “Ave Satani.”) Listen to find out their favorite scenes, performances, and kills before they debate what was snubbed and which one Oscar they’d award the film! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greate...
2024-10-2547 minOscar WildThe 62nd New York Film Festival Recap: Week OneAudiences have been flooding Lincoln Center for this year’s exciting 62nd edition of the New York Film Festival and Sophia and Nick are here to highlight its exceptional first week. They begin with reactions to some hits and award winners from Cannes and Telluride, like The Seed of the Sacred Fig, Emilia Pérez, Maria, and Nickel Boys. Then, they showcase a special architect double feature with Megalopolis and The Brutalist, more distant cousins than siblings (28:03). They wrap up by sharing some memorable #NYFF62 moments, superlatives for favorite shots and quotes from anything they’ve seen, and what one O...
2024-10-111h 01Oscar Wild2024 Venice, Telluride, and Toronto Film Festival Recap & NYFF PreviewNow that all of the Big Five film festivals (Berlin, Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, and Venice) have ended and handed out their awards, it’s time for Sophia and Nick to recap how their premieres will influence the rest of awards season. Listen as they discuss initial reactions from Venice, Telluride (18:31), and TIFF (37:21), and preview some releases coming at the New York Film Festival (46:21). Afterwards, they answer some fun listener questions related to buzzy performances and their chances at competing on Survivor, older films that would pair well with recent releases, and some category specific possibilities, like in Screenplay or Pi...
2024-09-201h 13Oscar Wild1974 Oscar Rewind: ‘Blazing Saddles’ and ‘Young Frankenstein’Sophia and Nick are looking back on 1974 once more, this time to a wonderful comedy double feature: both Oscar nominees and both made by the same director! Here’s to Mel Brooks’ odd couple, the unforgettable Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein (22:09). Listen as they uncover behind the scenes facts and share their favorite quotes and scenes alike. Gene Wilder and Madeline Kahn aren’t the only ones seeing double! Do you think either of these classics deserved to win at least one Oscar?Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimF...
2024-09-0648 minOscar WildThey Didn’t Win For That? Irene Dunne in ’The Awful Truth’The movie at the heart of this week’s episode deeply embodies the passion behind Oscar Wild’s favorite mini-game, Smash or Pass. Men can be unreliable, deceitful, temperamental, or just plain old rude. But at the end of the day, they can also be charming, hot, upstanding, and in endless supply, and I know, my toast is burning.Sophia and Nick rewind to 1937 yet again to further discuss the contentious Oscar race for Best Actress. They previously highlighted Barbara Stanwyck in Stella Dallas on “Stanwyck September” last year along with Janet Gaynor in A Star Is Born on...
2024-08-2341 minOscar Wild'On the Waterfront' at 70“I coulda been a contender, I coulda been somebody.” Sophia and Nick are back to discuss another Best Picture-winning classic, On the Waterfront, which is also celebrating its 70th anniversary. Marlon Brando’s career-defining performance earned him his first Oscar and one of eight for the film. Listen as they talk about the film’s other wins and if it was (or could’ve been) snubbed elsewhere, Elia Kazan’s role with testifying to HUAC and the film’s not so subtle hints, and of course their favorite scenes, quotes, and performances. Did the Academy get it right? Which o...
2024-08-0950 minOscar Wild'Twisters'“I’ve gotta go Julia, we’ve got cows.” Well, there might not be flying cows in this unconventional sequel to the original 1996 disaster movie, but there's enough daredevil tornado wrangling to last a lifetime. Give your best "Yee Haw" and saddle up as Sophia and Nick entertainingly review Twisters side-by-side with Twister. They marvel at Glen Powell's instant charm and Lee Isaac Chung's direction, are intrigued by the 4DX experience, debate if this film will also earn Oscar nominations, and much more!Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFol...
2024-07-2655 minOscar WildSpooky Screenings: 'A Quiet Place: Day One,' 'MaXXXine,' and 'Longlegs' There’s no drought of horror movies this year, and we’re only getting started! Great news for ghoulish fans of the genre, like Sophia and Nick, who discuss three recent releases that are sure to give you nightmares for weeks…or will they? Listen as they talk through- spoiler-free of course- the prequel A Quiet Place: Day One, Ti West’s trilogy closer, MaXXXine (20:49), and Osgood Perkins’ latest (yes, Anthony Perkins’ son), Longlegs (36:40). From monster to slasher to sci-fi and occult, there’s a little bit of everything for all horror fans! Let us know your thoughts and which you like...
2024-07-1258 minOscar WildToo Early 2025 Oscar PredictionsTrailers for fall and winter movies are slowly appearing, which means it’s time for one of our favorite episodes of the year: sharing our Oscar predictions for the ceremony that is over 8 months away. Listen as Sophia and Nick debate who and what they think could take home the gold this coming awards season in all four acting categories, Director (34:00), and Picture (42:22). Comment with your own predictions and if you agree with our hot takes! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Mu...
2024-06-2851 minOscar WildAfter Dark Preview: ‘School of Rock’It’s time to stick it to the man in this high voltage episode all about Richard Linklater’s School of Rock. Sophia and Nick have loved this classic for over 20 years and they’re here to share all of their favorite scenes and quotes including how this special film has transformed through rewatches over the years. Today’s assignment: answering fun listener questions (including Smash or Pass), talking about the history of the film’s production, and finding out which awards bodies enjoyed this movie more than The Academy.If you would like to earn 5 extra gold stars...
2024-06-1430 minOscar Wild'Furiosa' Review and 77th Cannes Film Festival RecapFirst, Sophia and Nick review Furiosa, George Miller’s latest adrenaline-fueled film and prequel to his previous masterwork, Mad Max: Fury Road. They debate if parallels between the two films work or not, including structure, visual effects, and performances, before predicting how it may do at next year’s Oscars. Then, they travel to La Croisette and discuss some of the biggest films out of this year’s Cannes Film Festival (25:25). With the 12 days of movie premieres and distributor deals wrapped up, they chat about all of the winners, from the Palme d’Or to the Palm Dog, and...
2024-05-3152 minOscar WildThey Didn’t Win For That? Annette Bening in ‘American Beauty’1999 brought audiences a remarkable number of unforgettable films, like: The Matrix, The Virgin Suicides, 10 Things I Hate About You, Eyes Wide Shut, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Magnolia, The Mummy— the list is nearly endless. Some were appreciated by the Academy while some were forgotten, but one movie did impress both voters and viewers alike: American Beauty. Its worldwide success was a surefire path to winning Best Picture, but not every component of the film was so lucky.Sophia and Nick bring back one of their favorite series- with a twist!- by discussing Annette Bening’s performance in t...
2024-05-1741 minOscar Wild'The Conversation' at 50There's no complete list of 70's paranoia thrillers without The Conversation-- and it almost never came to be! Sophia and Nick dive into Francis Ford Coppola's other 1974 film this week, walking through the film’s pre-Watergate production, key scenes, and quotes, how Room 773 was the original Room 237, and why Harry Caul and Ron Swanson would be friends. At the end, they answer some fun listener questions and mourn the film’s many snubs at the Oscars.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27
2024-05-031h 06Oscar Wild'The Godfather Part II' at 50 Welcome back to Season Five! To start off with a BANG, Sophia and Nick tackle one of cinema’s greatest sequels, The Godfather Part II. Coppola returned to adapt this second film only a few months after The Godfather took home Best Picture, but this time he had demands and drama to deal with. They discuss all of this and more, including a run-through of the movie’s best scenes, their favorite shots and quotes, and how the beautiful crosscutting transforms characters and scenarios to magnify the world established in the first film. Even with 11 nominations, was the movie snub...
2024-04-121h 30Oscar WildAnatomy of the 96th Oscars: A Recap & Smash or PassThe latest Oscars telecast not only attracted the most viewers since 2020, they brought back the fanfare the biggest night in movies deserves! Sophia and Nick recap the many memorable moments from the night, including emotional speeches, the showstopping “I’m Just Ken” performance and Jonathan Glazer’s compelling acceptance speech. Don’t worry, they break down all the shocking and awkward moments, too, like Al Pacino’s rousing finale: “My eyes see Oppenheimer.”Last but not least, they end the episode and season with a special Oscars Edition of Smash or Pass (1:00:20). Let us know what your favorite moments...
2024-03-151h 16Oscar WildContenders V: Adapted Screenplay, Original Screenplay, Director, PictureWith only a few more guild ceremonies remaining and Oscar voting over, we’ve officially entered the final stretch before the 96th Academy Awards! On today’s episode, Sophia and Nick cover the final four categories in their 2024 Contenders series, including: Adapted Screenplay, Original Screenplay (23:35), Director (37:18), and Picture (55:40). Who do you think should win in each category?Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27More content including updated nomination predictions @ oscarwild.squarespace.comMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2024-03-011h 07Oscar WildOscar Contenders III: Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Actor, and ActressWhat comes to mind when you think of your favorite performance? Is it Meryl Streep, who leads the way with the most acting nominations of all time? Or is it the scene in Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, when Trudi whispers into Rick’s ear, “That was the best acting I’ve ever seen in my whole life”? Or Tammie Brown’s iconic ruveal, “I’m acting”? Whichever it is, consider adding some of the performances discussed on this week’s Contenders episode to your roster. With half of the 20 nominees earning their first Oscar nomination, Sophia and Nick break down Supp...
2024-02-162h 02Oscar WildOscar Contenders I: Original Song, Original Score, Sound, Film Editing, and Visual EffectsEver wonder how directors, like this year’s Oscar-nominated Martin Scorsese and Justine Triet, work with their teams to orchestrate such thought-provoking, beautiful films? Sophia and Nick are back with their favorite yearly series to explain that and much, much more. After listing all the nominees in Original Song, Original Score (21:15), Sound (46:49), Film Editing (1:10:20), and Visual Effects (1:33:03), they list fun facts from production, what their write-in votes would be, and who they think should win. Listen along to see what makes this extraordinary crop of nominees shine!Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpod...
2024-02-021h 54Oscar WildFinal 2024 Oscar Nomination PredictionsThe time has come for overwhelming excitement, disappointment, and debate with the imminent announcement of the 2024 Oscar Nominations. On this week’s episode, Sophia and Nick share all of their predictions and likely surprises in the 20 feature categories. The BAFTA announcement has definitely shaken things up, but where will The Academy land? Listen for their biggest snubs and hopedictions and then let us know what you think!Find up-to-date nomination predictions @ oscarwild.squarespace.com Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Mu...
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Oscar WildBest Movies of 2023While it’s time to start counting down to THIS year’s Oscars, Sophia and Nick look back on an incredible year in moviegoing. They share why this year was extra special for them before recapping some of their fun Letterboxd Wrapped stats, including Total Watches and Most Watched Actor, Director, and Nanogenre.Instead of listing their top 10 favorites, they dole out multiple superlatives (15:48), from Favorite Breakout Performance and Best Shot to Favorite First-Time Watches and even Most Disappointing Movie. Obviously they had to bring back Hottest Characters, too. Follow along as they discuss many of their favo...
2024-01-051h 27Oscar WildAwards Season Check-In III: 'May December,' 'The Boy and the Heron,' and NYFCC AwardsIt’s a big week for hot dogs and birds! Sophia and Nick start off another awards season chat by listing the New York critics prizes (NYFCC) and debate how these winners may shape other awards in the coming months. Then, they break down the year’s best melodrama and a career-defining acting showcase, May December (8:07). Todd Haynes tells his version of a real-life may december romance in a movie chock-full of memorable quotes and breathtaking images. Afterwards, they try to articulate the majesty and layered brilliance of Hayao Miyazaki’s latest, The Boy and the Heron (51:23). See wh...
2023-12-081h 12Oscar WildAwards Season Check-In II: 'Rustin' and 'Saltburn'Sophia and Nick are back to discuss more awards contenders with strong performances that will haunt and inspire you. In Rustin, Colman Domingo plays the titular activist who was instrumental in leading the 1963 March on Washington. Listen to hear what they liked about the film, including George C. Wolfe’s direction and a poignant script, before watching the film on Netflix.Next, dive into the twisted world of Emerald Fennell’s sophomore film, Saltburn, featuring an unforgettably funny, wily, and brilliant cast (19:01). They avoid spoilers as they review the daring film and debate whether The Academy will love...
2023-11-1748 minOscar WildAfter Dark Preview: ‘The Exorcist: Believer’, ‘The Exorcist II: The Heretic, and ‘The Exorcist III’ (feat. Cody Dericks)Happy Halloween! For this spooky episode, join Sophia, Nick, and returning guest and horror aficionado Cody Dericks as they evade being possessed by Pazuzu. The first Exorcist film they dive into is David Gordon Green’s most recent sequel, The Exorcist: Believer. Find out what they think about Ellen Burstyn’s return and the film’s confused feelings about religion and spirituality. If you would like to listen to the full episode, which includes a thorough discussion of John Boorman's The Exorcist II: The Heretic and William Peter Blatty's The Exorcist III, check out www.patreon.com/OscarWild and contribute at the...
2023-10-3121 minOscar Wild'Killers of the Flower Moon'Martin Scorsese's latest moving epic, Killers of the Flower Moon, is now playing in theaters and Sophia and Nick are here to uncover the many layers showcasing this horrific yet resilient true story. An adaptation of David Grann's book, the movie defends its 206 minute length with career-best performances, pristine visuals, and a captivating retelling that will make your blood boil. In their analysis, they talk about Oscar potential and some of their favorite scenes and performances.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2023-10-2759 minOscar WildA Symphony of Horror: From 'Nosferatu' to 'Bram Stoker’s Dracula'Over 100 years ago, one of the most famous monsters that would wreak endless havoc on the mortal world first graced the silver screen. The first *unofficial* adaptation of Stoker's novel featured Count Orlok in Nosferatu, and Sophia and Nick start by discussing why this silent classic is not only an important early portrayal, but also created so much drama. After 50 other films showcasing Dracula came Francis Ford Coppola's opulent Bram Stoker’s Dracula (18:22). Listen to a thorough breakdown of the story, how the filmmakers crafted such a lush technical vision, and what they think The Academy snubbed. What's your fa...
2023-10-1348 minOscar WildFall Festival Recap I: Venice, Telluride, and TorontoMultiple fall film festivals have wrapped, so it’s time to look at the buzziest titles as we head deeper into awards season. While Sophia and Nick will be covering the hits in the coming months as they’re widely released, on this episode, they review festival winners. Sophia shares her wonderful Telluride experience, and they briefly hypothesize what the road ahead looks like…counting down to next year’s Oscars!Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2023-09-221h 00Oscar WildStanwyck September (Stella Dallas, Ball of Fire, and Sorry Wrong Number)With fall approaching, Sophia and Nick decided it’s the perfect time to explore the career one of their favorite stars, Barbara Stanwyck, in a spin on their “They Won for That?” series. She may be coined "The Best Actress Who Never Won an Oscar” since she only received an Honorary, but this makes her four nominations all the more necessary to celebrate. They first discuss Barbara’s early rise to fame before analyzing her first nomination for Stella Dallas, one of her most emotional and heartbreaking performances. Then, onto the quippy Ball of Fire (25:06) and an adaptation of the hit ra...
2023-09-1556 minOscar WildOscar Rewind: The 1953 Oscars (From Here to Eternity)Looking back at a year in which three of the five highest grossing films were also Best Picture nominees feels like a rare feat today. However, 1953 has it all, from the first CinemaScope film to an historical romance drama set during WWII, and Audrey Hepburn’s big Hollywood break including her first Oscar nomination and win! Stay tuned as Nick and Sophia discuss the most nominated films of 1953, including the Best Picture winner, From Here to Eternity. Then, they debate if the other four nominees had a fair shot at winning the top prize at the Oscars, including: Julius Caesar (24:00), Th...
2023-09-081h 17Oscar WildAfter Dark Preview: The 1993 Oscars with 'Addams Family Values' and 'Mrs. Doubtfire'To continue their discussion on the nominees and winners at the 1993 Oscars, Sophia and Nick turn to two childhood staples. First comes the immediately recognizable- and when they're all together, ooky- Addams Family in Addams Family Values. Find out why they think expanding the cast, especially with Joan Cusack, was the right move in creating an even more memorable sequel. Then listen to the full "Addams Family (Whoomp!)" Razzie-winning track and music video here.If you would like to listen to their discussion on Mrs. Doubtfire, along with other bonus series, and the ability to vote on upcoming episode topics...
2023-09-0127 minOscar WildSummer 2023 Movie Release Round-UpWith so many new releases since April, Sophia and Nick decided it was already time for another movie round-up to talk about everything from raunchy sleeper hits like No Hard Feelings with Jennifer Lawrence to films with Best Animated Feature buzz like Elemental and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. They also discuss new releases streaming and out in theaters now before seeing how the most anticipated summer movies, like Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning, Part I, actually performed. What was your favorite moviegoing experience this summer?Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow...
2023-08-111h 18Oscar Wild'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer': The Greatest Existentialist Summer Movie Double FeatureJuly 21, 2023, is a date that will go down in cinematic history as one of the most successful and satisfying double bills ever that also inspired a cultural phenomenon like no other. Upon release, the only important decision became: Barbie then Oppenheimer or Oppenheimer then Barbie? After Sophia and Nick discuss what they think is the correct order, listen to their explosive deep dive on these beautiful existentialist films by filmmaking favorites Christopher Nolan and Greta Gerwig. Choose whichever order you’d like between Oppenheimer (15:39) and Barbie (1:09:58), but don’t miss out on a frenetic Barbenheimer edition of Smash or Pass (1:47:07).Foll...
2023-07-281h 59Oscar WildDisney Centennial Movie Draft“Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever.” So said the man who not only holds multiple Oscar records (most total nominations and awards for a person & most nominations and awards for a person in a single year), but also founded one of Hollywood’s most beloved- and now largest- studios: Walt Disney. In celebrating 100 Years of Disney, Sophia and Nick invite back Mickey Mouse connoisseur Ryan Lamb for a fun movie draft filled with animated classics, iconic characters, and lots of laughs. From a hot crustacean band ~under the sea~ to the wicked wiles of the ev...
2023-07-141h 13Oscar WildCancer Season with Billy Wilder: 'Sabrina' and 'The Apartment'"Shut up and deal."It feels so aligned that one of the Oscar's most nominated screenwriters would share a zodiac sign- and a birthday!- with Oscar Wild hosts Sophia and Nick, so they wanted to dedicate an episode to two of his award-winning films. First is Sabrina, with a decadent Audrey Hepburn showcasing what would become a lifelong collaboration with Givenchy. They share their favorite moments, address the many elephants in the room, and spill some BTS drama. Then they discuss the five-time winning Best Picture classic, The Apartment, aka What Would You Do For An $85 Apartment In New...
2023-06-3059 minOscar WildVery Early 2024 Oscar PredictionsIt feels like déjà vu hyping Killers of the Flower Moon yet again despite being more than 8 months from the 2024 Oscars. But there are also so many other anticipated films that Sophia and Nick can't wait to discuss, including The Color Purple, an adaptation of the Tony-winning musical, and Bradley Cooper's long-awaited Leonard Bernstein biopic, Maestro. Listen for all of their nomination predictions in Supporting Actor and Actress and find out if Lily Gladstone should run in lead or supporting. Then they break down Lead Actor and Actress (17:53) before discussing Director and Picture (34:44). Which actors will become first-time no...
2023-06-1655 minOscar WildThe 2023 Cannes Film Festival Recap & WinnersThe glamorous 76th Festival de Cannes might have ended this past weekend but Sophia and Nick are so excited to talk about the festival experience and the films in this year’s selection. After explaining how this fest differs from others around the world, they discuss the official winners, flops, and other notable films (15:01). Then, Nick talks about his five favorite movies, if and where you’ll be able to see them later this year, and how the Palme d’Or winner may factor into Oscar predictions later this season (33:15).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cimFol...
2023-06-0257 minOscar WildAfter Dark Preview: Faye Goes to Camp in 'Mommie Dearest' and 'Supergirl'This After Dark preview takes a drastic turn from the previous May Dunaway episode, featuring two riotous performances that Faye delivers with non-stop camp. First, it's one of her most iconic roles as the Oscar-winning Joan Crawford in Mommie Dearest. Those pesky wire hangers are only the tip of the iceberg of memorable moments from a movie very loosely adapted from her daughter Christina's autobiography. Then, Faye becomes the Wicked Witch of the Carnival as Madame Selena in Supergirl (12:50). Find out what Dolly Parton, Chicago, and a storm dragon have in common as Sophia and Nick "talk real turkey"...
2023-05-1923 minOscar WildMay Dunaway: "Bonnie and Clyde" & "Puzzle of a Downfall Child"In honor of one of the most glamorous, natural, and scandalous Oscar winners of all time, it’s time to dedicate the month of May to Ms. Faye Dunaway! Sophia and Nick begin by lauding her first leading role that also earned her her first Oscar nomination in Bonnie and Clyde. Then, they debate whether Faye should have earned more than a sole Golden Globe nomination for Puzzle of a Downfall Child (23:49). Lastly, they share some fun Faye stories, including this run-in at the Arclight. What’s your favorite Faye performance?Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @soph...
2023-05-0537 minOscar Wild2023 Release Round-Up and Our Review of 'Beau Is Afraid'For the first Release Round-Up of the season, Sophia and Nick chat about new releases they've seen in theaters and on streaming, including some of their favorite movies- and flops- that came out during awards season (17:09). Then, they review horror king Ari Aster's latest and most divisive film yet, 'Beau Is Afraid.' They mention their favorite scenes and performances and question what this panic-ridden odyssey is all about (23:52). Stay tuned as they mention other popular releases on the big screen and available at home, including some highly anticipated films coming in May (38:23).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram...
2023-04-2848 minOscar WildViola Davis EGOT Celebration & 'Air' ReviewJoin Sophia and Nick as they celebrate the bold and illustrious career of Academy Award winner Viola Davis and her recent EGOT achievement. They look at each of her Oscar nominations, including her win in Supporting Actress for ‘Fences,’ to see how her stage work influenced her performances on screen.Then they review her latest film where she plays Michael Jordan’s mother in Ben Affleck’s ‘Air.’ (23:46) Find out some of their favorite scenes, performances, and fun facts, like how Michael insisted that Viola star as his mother!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27...
2023-04-1439 minOscar WildReactions to The 95th Academy Awards All at Once (ft. Bennett Prosser)Bennett Prosser joins Sophia and Nick for their season finale to discuss everything that went down at the 95th Oscars! From seeing so many gorgeous white and silver looks everywhere on the champagne carpet to half of this year's Best Picture nominees getting blanked all at once and the many heartfelt speeches in between, listen to find out what they thought about this year's telecast. Also, stay tuned for a final tally of the Awards Season Fantasy Draft and a teaser for the Season 4 premiere!Follow Bennett on Twitter and Letterboxd @BennettProsserFollow us on...
2023-03-171h 08Oscar WildOscar Contenders: Adapted Screenplay, Original Screenplay, Director, and Picture (ft. Erik Anderson)For the final (!) episode in their Oscar Contenders series, Sophia and Nick are joined by friend of the pod and master pundit of AwardsWatch, Erik Anderson, to break down the last four above-the-line Oscar categories. They navigate the trenches of Adapted Screenplay before traveling the symphonic multiverses in Original Screenplay (23:35), which correlate exactly with the nominees in Best Director (44:24). Last but not least comes Best Picture, where they share their emotional journeys through the year of film in 2022 and what they think of this group of contenders (1:10:08). As always, find out what they think should win for each category...
2023-03-081h 35Oscar WildOscar Contenders: Best Actor and Best Actress (ft. Cameron Scheetz)You’ll have to travel from the desolate Cliffs of Inisherin to the hallowed halls of Juilliard to find the magnificent nominees discussed on this week’s Contenders episode. Sophia and Nick are joined by the insightful and charming Cameron Scheetz to break down both lead acting categories. Listen as they navigate the contentious showdowns of the five first-time nominees in Best Actor (6:14) and the bold and complex performances in Best Actress (48:49). Don't miss as they share what they would choose for each of their Oscar scenes to be played during the telecast.Follow as Cameron Scheetz on T...
2023-03-021h 44Oscar WildOscar Contenders: Animated, Live Action, and Documentary Short FilmsThe 15 nominees Sophia and Nick discuss in this week’s episode may range from only 7 to 39 minutes, but they exude an endless amount of imagination with ideas that are larger than life and worthy of being seen on the big screen. Listen along as they share their reactions and break down the three short films categories, including: Animated, Live Action (10:45), and Documentary (21:15).Check out the short films in theaters here: https://shorts.tv/theoscarshorts/Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The...
2023-02-2431 minOscar WildInterview with Frank Petzold, 'All Quiet on the Western Front' Visual Effects SupervisorYou heard Sophia and Nick talk about him and his nomination on the first Contenders episode, but now hear from Frank Petzold himself, the Visual Effects Supervisor from “All Quiet on the Western Front”! He elaborates on how collaborative and rewarding the shoot was, which elements helped contribute to the naturalism of the film while still showcasing the actors, and even shares one of his biggest VFX inspirations and dream projects.“All Quiet on the Western Front” is available to watch on Netflix and is nominated for 9 Oscars.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFol...
2023-02-1418 minOscar WildOscar Contenders: Original Song, Original Score, Sound, Film Editing, and Visual EffectsNow that the nominations for the 95th Academy Awards have been announced, it's time to kick off the Oscar Contenders series! Sophia and Nick go through each category, discussing every nominee including their previous wins, facts from production, and fascinating details that showcase the craftwork. They also share their write-in votes and who they think should win for the following categories: Original Song, Original Score (18:30), Sound (36:33), Film Editing (56:05), and Visual Effects (1:16:09).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adam...
2023-02-031h 31Oscar Wild2023 Oscar Nomination PredictionsIt’s that time again for Sophia and Nick to announce their 2023 Oscar Nomination Predictions! First, they recap the Golden Globes ceremony, the highs and lows, heartwarming speeches, and surprising wins as awards season tumbles forward. Then, listen as they share their ever-changing nomination predictions (10:34). Since recording, the Critics Choice Awards surprised audiences, multiple guilds have released their nominations, and the BAFTA Film Awards narrowed their longlists to final nominees. The last eight categories discussed include those above-the-line: Screenplay, Acting, Director, and Picture (47:18). What are you predicting to surprise come nomination morning? Watch along on Tu...
2023-01-201h 12Oscar WildOur Top 5 Movies of 2022 & Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time ListsIt’s time for Sophia and Nick to celebrate the past year in film and share their top 5 films from 2022! From international films to summer blockbusters and every genre in between, follow along as they recap what they loved about moviegoing this year and also give superlatives like Favorite Non-2022 First-Time Watch and Movie You Wish You Could Push into the Oscar Race.Then, in commemoration of the new Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time poll last month, they each share their Top 10 lists, gushing about how these filmmakers and movies have impacted their passion for ci...
2023-01-061h 36Oscar WildAwards Season Release Round-Up III: 'Empire of Light,' 'The Whale,' and 'Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio,' Plus, Golden Globes Nominations and Critics Awards!Sophia and Nick are back this week with a mega episode to discuss more recent releases with awards potential in another awards season release round-up. First up is Sam Mendes' latest ode to cinema and his nostalgia for the theater-going experience in 1980's Britain in 'Empire of Light.' Then, they dive into Darren Aronofsky's newest polarizing film and Brendan Fraser’s comeback, ‘The Whale’ (18:16). Next up, they talk about Guillermo del Toro’s delightful new animated treat, ‘Pinocchio’ (38:28). Finally, they share their thoughts on Nick’s favorite new holiday tearjerker, ‘Spoiler Alert’ (51:11). After the movie release round-up, they cha...
2022-12-161h 46Oscar Wild'Miracle on 34th Street' at 75It’s December which means it’s officially time to start watching holiday movies! Sophia and Nick are back to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the ultimate Santa film, ‘Miracle on 34th Street.’ With a fun production history and a number of actors, including a very young Natalie Wood, that are sure to have you believing in Kris Kringle, this is a classic you won’t want to miss. They also compare this version with its 1994 remake in which a very hot Dylan McDermott may have you editing your letter to Santa this year…Follow us on Twitter and...
2022-12-0138 minOscar WildAward Season Round-Up II: ‘Bones and All,’ ‘The Fabelmans,’ ‘She Said,’ & Spirit Award NominationsThere are only 60 days until Oscar nominations are announced so Sophia and Nick are back to talk about some other recently released and critically-acclaimed films that they love that will be vying for those top awards. First is Luca Guadagnino's latest film, his sensitive and beautiful yet violent coming-of-age fable, ‘Bones and All.' Then, a magical and personal ode to movies, family, and growing up Jewish in Stephen Spielberg's ‘The Fabelmans’ (20:30). Next, in 'She Said', Maria Schrader crafts an important, sharp, and factual procedural behind the groundbreaking report exposing Weinstein's history of sexual abuse (55:22). Lastly, with the Film Indepe...
2022-11-251h 35Oscar Wild'Chicago' at 20 (ft. Connor and Dylan MacDowell)Sophia and Nick are so excited to welcome back Connor and Dylan MacDowell of the DRAMA podcast to discuss the Best Picture winning musical, Chicago. In breaking down how its shocking real-life history paved the way for multiple shows and movies to come, they showcase the razzle dazzle in both Fosse’s original 1975 production and the record-holding revival. Bravo lovers will enjoy all of the tea spilled about the many Real Housewives’ performances on stage and who they'd love to see there next.Then, they dive deep in the film to celebrate its 20th anniversary (30:00). From the clas...
2022-11-181h 35Oscar WildAwards Season Round-Up I: 'All Quiet on the Western Front,' 'The Banshees of Inisherin,' and 'Bardo'And just like that we’re knee deep in another awards season. With the Gotham Awards nominations recently announced, Sophia and Nick go through the top nominees and some of their favorites before discussing how they feel about the Oscar host news update. Then onto some recently released films that have gotten the attention of critics and audiences alike. First is one of Netflix’s latest, 'All Quiet on the Western Front' (14:12). This worthy adaptation of the classic war novel proves a strong technical player and one with potential as Germany’s submission in International Feature.Then onto M...
2022-11-111h 14Oscar WildNoirvember with Billy Wilder's 'Double Indemnity' and 'Sunset Boulevard'Mariah Carey may already be getting out her stocking but here at Oscar Wild, it’s time for Noir-vember. With so many titles to choose from in this fatalistic genre/style of femme fatales, crime, and sharp lighting, Sophia and Nick decided to cover two of Billy Wilder’s shining noir films: Double Indemnity and Sunset Blvd. In the former, Phyllis and Walter come up with the perfect plan to defraud and murder her husband. Listen for a full discussion on what happens when things go awry, favorite scenes and performances, and why Barbara Stanwyck’s wig is more than j...
2022-11-041h 21Oscar Wild'TÁR' and A Recap of The New York Film FestivalThe 60th New York Film Festival has just finished another thought-provoking run of award-worthy films and Sophia and Nick can’t wait to share their reviews on all the movies they saw. They cover everything from some of A24’s slate (Aftersun, The Eternal Daughter, Showing Up, and Stars at Noon) to films already or soon-to-be released in theaters (Armageddon Time, Decision to Leave, Till, and Triangle of Sadness), Sony Pictures Classics’ One Fine Morning, Netflix’s White Noise, and others they’ll cover later in the season (Bones and All, She Said, and Women Talking).Next, a full rev...
2022-10-211h 29Oscar Wild'Cabaret' at 50Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome! Travel back to 1930s Berlin with Sophia and Nick to revisit and discuss Bob Fosse’s Oscar-winning ‘Cabaret.’ First, they share their experiences seeing the current West End revival in the high security, burlesque Kit Kat Club. Then, a deep analysis of Fosse’s film adaptation, including an extended conversation on Liza Minnelli’s desperate and refined portrayal of Sally Bowles, to celebrate its 50th anniversary (14:42). Lastly, they talk about its performance at the Oscars, including the special record it still holds. Now that they’ve covered episodes on the biggest two movies of 19...
2022-10-0759 minOscar Wild‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ at 40A kid in a red hoodie, a flying bike, and an alien pointing, repeating, “Phone home.” Forty years later, even just these three images conjure up shots from the instantly recognizable, ‘E.T.’ This week, Sophia and Nick celebrate this successful film’s anniversary and consider why, as one of Steven Spielberg’s most successful films, it deserves to be called an enduring classic. After discussing the history behind production, what makes the movie special to them, and some favorite scenes and performances, they debate if its performance at The Oscars should have gone differently, including any snubs they think it sho...
2022-09-1643 minOscar WildThe 2023 Awards Season Fantasy Draft (ft. Special Guests)We are knee-deep in fall festival season which means it’s time for the annual Awards Season Fantasy Draft! Sophia and Nick welcome all new teams to draft their own selection of films, directors, actors, production or distribution companies, and other film creatives that they think will take home the most awards throughout the upcoming awards season. Which team do you think will take home the win this year and which picks are you rooting for the most? Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Cody Dericks @codymonster91Follow Chelsea Eichholz @chels725...
2022-09-091h 19Oscar Wild'Three Thousand Years of Longing' and a George Miller Mini-RetrospectiveOn this mini retrospective of George Miller, Sophia and Nick talk about his background as a doctor-turned-filmmaker before discussing his grand, new release, Three Thousand Years of Longing, with Tilda Swinton and Idris Elba. Then they consider his multiple nominations at the Oscars, starting with ‘Lorenzo’s Oil,’ a docudrama about parents who will stop at nothing to help their son with an acutely debilitating disease (23:08).Then, onto his fascination with talking animals in the 90’s classic, ‘Babe’ (29:12). Last but not least, ‘Happy Feet’ earned Miller his only Oscar (so far). (39:19)Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @o...
2022-09-0251 minOscar WildMovie Trade: ‘The Red Shoes’ and ‘All That Jazz’Who’s ready to dance until you can’t dance anymore? This movie trade finds Sophia and Nick examining a perfect double feature of obsessive determination, love, and dance. They start with ‘The Red Shoes,’ a classic tale adapted with cinematic splendor. Spoilers come at (18:24) with an explanation and alternate interpretations of the ending.Then, onto ‘All That Jazz,’ a stellar dancing extravaganza that tests the limits of its Fosse-inspired protagonist (36:58). This technical achievement wouldn’t be complete without talking about the show-stopping finale, so beware for spoilers at (48:31).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod
2022-08-261h 07Oscar WildOscar Rewind: ‘Argo’ and the 2012 OscarsSophia and Nick are back with another Oscar Rewind; this time discussing the 2012 Best Picture winner, ‘Argo.’ First, they review the movie and chat about awards season and how precursor nominations and ceremonies separately affected The Oscars. Then, they talk about the incredibly popular lineup for Best Picture, sharing some of their own honorable mentions and how they would’ve ranked these nominees on a preferential ballot (24:10). Stay tuned for a special announcement about their upcoming Patreon channel filled with exclusive content, including a spin-off, “Oscar Wild: After Dark” (51:41).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildp...
2022-08-1255 minOscar Wild'Nope' & The Films of Jordan PeeleSophia and Nick are back to rave about one of Hollywood’s most exciting directors who loves scaring- and educating- audiences, Jordan Peele. First up, they discuss his breakout horror hit that earned him an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay, 'Get Out' (3:43). Next, they chat about his sophomore, Hitchcockian feature and Lupita Nyong’o’s brilliant performance in Us (13:23). Finally, they share a quick spoiler-free review of Nope, talking about their initial reactions and if they think it has awards potential (18:01) before they dive deeper into some theories, making sense of all of its extraterrestrial elements (37:12).Foll...
2022-07-291h 18Oscar WildOscar Rewind: Joseph L. Mankiewicz (A Letter to Three Wives and All About Eve)This week, Sophia and Nick cover Joseph L. Mankiewicz (brother to Herman aka “Mank” who wrote ‘Citizen Kane’) and his unique record at The Oscars: winning Best Director and Best Screenplay in back-to-back years. They start off with a history of the man himself and how he made a name for himself in Hollywood (3:20) before covering A Letter To Three Wives (11:14) and another record-holding all-time classic, All About Eve (34:09).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2022-06-301h 19Oscar WildThey Won for That? Kate Winslett’s all about Kate Winslet in this next installment of ‘They Won For That?’. Sophia and Nick break down her illustrious career, from her rich domestic dramas such as ‘Revolutionary Road’ or ‘Little Children’ and blissfully romantic fare in an Oscar Wild favorite, ‘The Holiday,’ to pinpoint exactly why they love Kate as an actress. Then, they talk about her Oscar win for ‘The Reader’ (14:54) before they each give their own picks for what they think should have won her an Oscar, either instead of or in addition to her deserved statuette (30:18).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwi...
2022-06-1642 minOscar WildOur Summer Fantasy Draft (Hot Guy Edition)After discussing some final buzz from the Cannes Film Festival including the recently announced winners and their most anticipated releases (2:02), Sophia and Nick welcome summer with a fun new episode: The Hot Man Draft. Like previous drafts on the podcast, they’ll make picks from a list of categories to draft the best team possible. This time, of men from Oscar-nominated films or performances, in categories like ‘Movie Dad,’ ‘Nom or Winner in the 1970’s,’ or ‘Multiple Nominee with No Wins.’ Crank up that A/C and get ready for a sweltering episode (5:26).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @o...
2022-06-0250 minOscar WildOscar Rewind: International Feature (Fanny and Alexander, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and Parasite)This week, Sophia and Nick talk about the three most winning international films at the Oscars, where each took home four awards: Parasite (2:14), Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (14:03), and Fanny and Alexander (28:15). Why (only) these three movies? They also answer listener questions to dole out additional deserved awards and play Nom or Bomb with the International Feature category throughout the 2010s (54:49).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2022-05-191h 03Oscar Wild‘The Northman’ and Other 2022 Movies to WatchSophia and Nick are traveling back to the 10th century to discuss Robert Egger’s epic new release, ‘The Northman.’ They talk about highlights from the movie, including the Amleth anagram, unhinged performances, and if it has any Oscar potential. Then, they share some other recent releases that they recommend, including ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once,’ ‘After Yang,’ ‘The Batman,’ and ‘Petite Maman’ (25:14).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2022-05-0550 minOscar WildThe Godfather at 50Join Sophia and Nick for their season premiere as they celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The Godfather. After gushing about how much they adore this movie, they break down key scenes from the film and share fun facts from production. Then, they answer some listener questions and discuss Oscars trivia, including its disqualified score, four acting nominations, and how it almost lost Best Picture (52:53). Finally, their former Mafia Movies professor Dana Renga guest stars! She shares all of her knowledge about film and mafia studies, from why Michael is the perfect antihero to which Italian and Hollywood mafia movies...
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Oscar WildThe Godfather at 50Join Sophia and Nick for their season premiere as they celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The Godfather. After gushing about how much they adore this movie, they break down key scenes from the film and share fun facts from production. Then, they answer some listener questions and discuss Oscars trivia, including its disqualified score, four acting nominations, and how it almost lost Best Picture (52:53). Finally, their former Mafia Movies professor Dana Renga guest stars! She shares all of her knowledge about film and mafia studies, from why Michael is the perfect antihero to which Italian and Hollywood mafia movies...
2022-04-211h 54Oscar WildThe Historic, The Terrible, and The WTF of The 94th Academy AwardsOn their season finale, Sophia and Nick break down what happened at The Oscars, talking all about the telecast format, performances, speeches, and shocking moments. There’s only one way to end this special episode, and that’s with Smash or Pass: Red Carpet Edition (42:35). Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2022-03-3053 minOscar WildOscar Contenders: Live Action and Documentary Short, Documentary Feature, Sound, and Film EditingWelcome back to Sophia and Nick’s penultimate Contenders episode as they cover the remaining below-the-line categories and discuss their Oscar potential. With the recent BAFTA and Critics Choice Awards and final Oscar voting beginning todayLive Action Short, Documentary Short (6:24), Documentary Feature (10:28), Sound (17:15), and Film Editing (27:26).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2022-03-1738 minOscar WildOscar Contenders: Best Actor and Best Actress (ft. Kevin Jacobsen)Kevin Jacobsen joins Sophia and Nick for an in-depth discussion of the two lead acting categories. In Best Actor, will Denzel’s Macbeth rise to dethrone Will Smith’s King Richard? Or can Benedict Cumberbatch manifest an Oscar win by lassoing his way to the top? Then in Best Actress, listen to them debate if the baity biopic performances in Jessica Chastain’s Tammy Faye or Nicole Kidman’s Lucille Ball could once again bring home the gold (59:27). As always with the acting categories, listen for their write-in votes, who they think should win, and who they think wi...
2022-03-1000 minOscar WildInterview with Dan Laustsen, ‘Nightmare Alley’ CinematographerBoth of Guillermo del Toro’s Best Picture Oscar nominations have been accompanied by a Best Cinematography nomination for Dan Laustsen, so Sophia and Nick had to find out more about their successful partnership. Check out their interview with Dan where they learn all about the lighting and camerawork in “Nightmare Alley” and how precision blocking by Cate Blanchett and Bradley Cooper gave those eerie noir effects.Check out what Dan is Wild! for: https://kanopy.com/video/i-am-cuba-0 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick...
2022-03-0317 minOscar WildOscar Contenders: International Feature, Animated Short Film, and Animated FeatureSophia and Nick return with their second Contenders episode, diving into each nominee from three more categories and predicting what may happen at The Oscars. Thankfully, they recorded the episode before The Academy announced eight categories will be cut from the telecast so you won’t hear them scream, but they do discuss the #FanFavorite poll and thoughts on this Sunday’s SAG Awards. Who do they think should and will win in International Feature (8:12), Animated Short Film (31:02), and Animated Feature (38:36)? Listen to find out.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cim
2022-02-2456 minOscar WildReactions to the 2022 Oscar Nominations and Our 100th Episode!With only 45 days until this year’s Academy Awards ceremony, the race has finally begun with the recent nominations announcement. Sophia and Nick discuss everything from ‘The Power of the Dog’ leading the pack to what feels like a bad romance between The Academy and Lady Gaga. Listen as they channel Stanton Carlisle in breaking down the snubs and surprises and interpreting what this means for The Oscars.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2022-02-1042 minOscar WildInterview with ‘Nightmare Alley’ Production Designer, Tamara DeverellOn this episode, Sophia and Nick were delighted to be joined by Tamara Deverell, the production designer for Guillermo Del Toro’s latest film, Nightmare Alley. In this interview, Deverell discusses her beautiful nominated work in ‘Nightmare Alley,’ and how she collaborated with visual effects, costumes, and set decoration departments to build an intricate and consuming world from the expansive carnival to the Art Deco interiors in Buffalo. Stay tuned to hear more on Guillermo del Toro's directorial process and for insights into future collaborations.Follow Tamara on Instagram @tamdev to find some beautiful conceptual art for ‘Nightmar...
2022-01-2927 minOscar WildJoel Coen’s ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’Something wicked this way comes with Sophia and Nick’s review of Joel Coen’s recently released ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth.’ By going category by category, they break down each of the film’s elements, from Kathryn Hunter’s transformation as a fowl witch to Bruno Delbonnel’s geometric and expressionist cinematography, and discuss its awards potential. Check out the movie on Apple TV+ and in theaters now! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan AdamichApple TV+ “Making...
2022-01-2054 minOscar WildPaul Thomas Anderson's 'Licorice Pizza' (ft. Ryan McQuade)In this first half of a celebration of all things Paul Thomas Anderson, Sophia and Nick are joined by guest Ryan McQuade of InSession Film’s Chasing The Gold to dissect the director’s latest movie, ‘Licorice Pizza.’ Listen for their favorite moments from the film including performances from first-time leads and supporting celebrities alike, dangerous stunts, groovy needle drops, and an endless number of catchy one liners. What do they think about its Oscar potential? Stick around to find out (1:19:44).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Ryan McQuade @ryanmcquade77Follow Sophia...
2022-01-061h 41Oscar Wild'It's A Wonderful Life' at 75It’s Christmas Eve and that means it’s time to celebrate George Bailey’s most memorable day— and the 75th anniversary of “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Sophia and Nick are joined by The Christmas Queen, Isabel Ciminello, to talk about why this movie is so special to them, their favorite sequences, and production fun facts. Stay tuned for a special mini-game with guessing Hallmark-ified descriptions of Oscar-nominated movies with holiday scenes (55:09). Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamic
2021-12-2459 minOscar WildTwo by Jane Campion: 'The Piano' and 'The Power of the Dog'On this week’s episode, Sophia and Nick celebrate the work of Jane Campion. First up, they share their thoughts on the beguiling film that brought her Oscar success, The Piano (2:30). Then they discuss one of the best movies of the year so far, The Power of the Dog (16:36). Finally, they go into a spoiler-filled breakdown of the ending (1:01:18). The Power of the Dog is in select theaters now and on Netflix December 1st.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia on Twitter @sophia_cimFollow Nick on Twitter @sauerkraut27...
2021-11-261h 14Oscar WildOctober Release Round-Up: 'Titane', 'No Time to Die', 'Mass', 'The Last Duel', 'Halloween Kills', and 'The French Dispatch'Popcorn may now make up a substantial percentage of Sophia and Nick’s bodies after getting through a packed month of new movie releases. There is truly something for everyone and they are here to break down six movies, sharing their reactions and discussing Oscar potential. Check out: Titane (1:56), No Time To Die (17:11), Mass (30:39), The Last Duel (42:45), Halloween Kills (56:36), and The French Dispatch (1:11:01).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia on Twitter @sophia_cimFollow Nick on Twitter @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich
2021-10-281h 28Oscar WildThe 2022 Awards Season Fantasy DraftRemember the Awards Season Fantasy Draft? Well, Nick and Sophia are bringing it back with some new and returning guests ready to get in on the action. Let the competition ensue as they discuss all of the big films slated for upcoming fall festivals and debate their potential in taking home the gold this awards season. Which team do you think has the upper hand? Which movies are you most excited to see? Will any of these films be delayed (again)?If you’d like to watch along, check out the extended version on YouTube: https://www.yo...
2021-09-091h 15Oscar WildMovie Trade: 'The Age of Innocence' and 'The Prestige'Sophia and Nick traded movies and are back to share what they think of each other's recommendations. First, they discuss what exactly is going on with 'Tenet' and the new deal between AMC and Universal.Then, Nick shares what how he feels about Daniel Day-Lewis, New York society, and Scorsese's filmography as they dive into Sophia's pick, 'The Age of Innocence' (9:27). Finally, Sophia discusses Nolan's twists, Christian Bale, and fan theories as they get swept up in the magic of Nick's pick, 'The Prestige' (27:40)
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