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IndieWire: Screen Talk

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Each week on Screen Talk, IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the indie film world and beyond -- from film festivals to new releases and the future of the business.

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  1. 'Musk' Director Alex Gibney Discusses His 4 Hour Doc; Netflix's Longest Ever Theatrical Window; 'Narnia' Trailer Reactions

    For Alex Gibney, the director of expose documentaries like "Going Clear" and "The Inventor," taking on the larger than life figure of Elon Musk was a perfect challenge. Gibney shares his thoughts on the complicated legacy of the tech giant, from the optimism of his early days to his bizarre views...

  2. Live from NYFF with Tony Gilroy!

    In this special live episode recorded at the New York Film Festival, Tony Gilroy joins the podcast to discuss his new film "Behemoth!" Gilroy explains why Pedro Pascal was the perfect casting both on and off screen, how they built a score with nine credited composers, and how his time on "Andor"...

  3. 'Digger' & 'Verity' Reviewed; 'You Can See Everything' NYFF Reactions; plus Karina Longworth on 'The Bisexuals'

    Renowned scholar of Hollywood and podcaster Karina Longworth joins us this week to discuss the upcoming season of "You Must Remember This," The Bisexuals. (28:16) But first, Ryan has a report from the "You Can See Everything" premiere at NYFF. He and Anne discuss the doc, fast becoming the…

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  4. Top 5 Kubrick Films with Ben Mankiewicz; 'Heart of the Beast' Review; Warner-Mount Going Forward; NYFF Preview

    Ben Mankiewicz, host of Turner Classic Movies, joins this week to discuss the new season of his podcast "The Plot Thickens" and have fun debating the top five Stanley Kubrick movies with Anne and Ryan. But first, a review of the new Brad Pitt film "Heart of the Beast," a look at the NYFF slate...

  5. Inside The Emmys (and the Afterparties) with Marcus Jones; Who is Ahead & Behind after Fall Festivals

    Anne and Ryan are joined today by IndieWire awards editor Marcus Jones to debate which films are ahead and behind in the awards race. Where will Netflix put its attention, which movie is taking home the coveted and predictive Toronto people's choice award, and who is falling out of the race. Then...

  6. Telluride & Venice Winners and Losers: 'Primetime,' 'Wild Horse Nine,' 'Bunker,' 'Possible Love,' & More

    IndieWire's Screen Talk co-hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio walk you through the best and worst of the fall festivals so far as Telluride and Venice wrap up. Which movies earned their ovations, and which have a shot at continuing into the awards season? Learn more about your ad choices.…

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  7. Fall Film Festivals Begin! What are we seeing at Venice, Telluride, NYFF & more

    The busy fall festival season is upon us, and Anne and Ryan are traveling around the world to give us a peek at the best films on offer. They discuss why this year is being called a "quiet Venice," what to expect out of Toronto, Telluride, New York Film Festival, and more before breaking down the...

  8. 'The Dog Stars' and 'Coyote vs ACME' Reviewed; Indie Box Office Success; International Oscar Submissions

    IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review Ridley Scott's new post-apocalyptic survival drama "The Dog Stars," as well as the film almost scrapped for a tax break, "Coyote vs ACME." They also break down the first round of international oscar submissions, parse the impact Mark Ruffalo's...

  9. What Went Wrong with ‘End of Oak Street’ and ‘Amziah King’ Box Office; Antitrust Lawsuit Plot Thickens

    Screen Talk co-hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio dish on the latest box office, news on the Warnermount front, the greatness of Anne Hathaway, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  10. Summer Box Office Report, Is Netflix Changing Tune on Theatrical?, & TIFF Lineup with President Cameron Bailey

    We are honored to be joined by returning guest Cameron Bailey, the president of the Toronto International Film Festival. He runs through the highlights of the festival's lineup and gives us the scoop on what not to miss. But first Anne is joined by IndieWire Senior Business Reporter Brian Welk to...

  11. Meet the 26-Year-Old Saving L.A. Cinemas; Why George Clooney Should Not Buy Warner Bros; Zendaya and Tom Holland's Next Moves

    Special guest Ben Steinberg joins this week to explain how his startup "Save Your Cinema" grew from an online petition to the movement that reopened the Arclight (24:12). But first, Anne and Ryan discuss the news about town, from the wild suggestion that George Clooney should buy Warner Bros, to...

  12. Emily Wilson vs. Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' 'Spider-Man' and 'Tony' Reviewed

    Hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio unpack why Emily Wilson is so pubically upset at Nolan's "The Odyssey," while reacting to the film's continued Box Office domination and predicting if Spiderman can challenge the epic. They review the newest from the friendly neighborhood web-slinger as well...

  13. The Fall Fest Lineups Are Here, Plus Guest Critic David Thomson on His Provocative New Book

    Anne and Ryan check in with a slew of fall festival announcements, from the Venice lineup to key films at NYFF, Toronto, & Telluride. They review "La Bola Negra" and Netflix's Oscar slate, discuss some positive news out of LA, and check in with the unexpected pause in the Warner/Paramount merger....

  14. 'The Odyssey' Review, Plus What Christopher Nolan Got Right and Wrong About Homer's Epic

    The review embargo is up, so Anne and Ryan dig into their full "The Odyssey" reviews, from the astonishing epic filmmaking to the performances of varying quality. IndieWire craft editor Sarah Shachat also joins to explain what Nolan changed from the original epic poem. Finally they unpack the…

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  15. 'The Odyssey' IMAX Reactions & Emmy Noms: Most and Least Deserved with Awards Editor Marcus Jones

    IndieWire awards editor Marcus Jones joins Anne and Ryan to break down the 2026 Emmy Nominations. Is "The Pitt" going to be as dominant in Season 2? Can anyone beat "Hacks" in its final season? And why is "Industry" always shut out? (16:50) They also share their awed reactions to seeing…

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  16. 'Toy Story 5' Up, 'Supergirl' Down; NBC Universal & Comcast Split

    This week, Anne and Ryan react to the industry shaking news of NBC Spitting off of Comcast. They also check in on the box office, and look ahead to awards season. Will the box office darling 'Obsession' make the awards race? Who has a chance for a double Oscar this year? And more. Learn more…

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  17. Unpacking the "Artificial" Drama, "The Debut" Trailer Reaction, "Toy Story 5" & "The Invite" Reviews

    It's been a week of much news and many releases. IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio unpack the drama around Luca Guadagnino's upcoming Sam Altman biopic "Artificial." They also share their thoughts on the buzzy new trailer for Jesse Eisenberg's second directorial effort: "The…

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  18. Disclosure Day, Toy Story 5, & The Death of Robin Hood Reviews; Provincetown Film Festival

    IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio react to the critical and commercial reception to Steven Spielberg's latest alien blockbuster, then share their thoughts on "Disclosure Day" as well as upcoming releases "Toy Story 5" and "The Death of Robin Hood." But first, Ryan debriefs his...

  19. Live with Ronan Farrow from the Tribeca Festival

    Anne and Ryan are joined by investigative journalist Ronan Farrow, live on stage at the Tribeca Festival in New York. Farrow discusses the making of both docu-series he has in the festival, "The Palladino Files” and "Not A Very Good Murderer," both of which he produced and appeared in. He also...

  20. Special Guests Jason Blum & James Wan; Disclosure Day Reactions; Tribeca Festival Preview

    IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio are joined today by producing partners Jason Blum and James Wan, who break down the recent box office success of indie horror films and give advice on how to carry this momentum forward. Before that, Anne and Ryan share their thoughts on Spielberg's...

  21. "Obsession" & "Backrooms" Reviews; Cannes Winners & Their Oscar Chances

    Anne and Ryan return from Cannes to check in on two horror flicks making waves at the box office, the record breaking "Obsession" from Focus and the A24's new "Backrooms," and discuss why these films are engaging audiences. Then they take a last look at Cannes, reflecting on the prize winners and...

  22. What We Saw at the Cannes Film Festival

    Anne and Ryan sat down in front of a live audience at the American Pavilion in Cannes to discuss the films they've seen at the festival, which have been selling, and which have potential to be commercial hits or players in this awards season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

  23. Live from Cannes!

    Hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio are live from their condo in Cannes, talking about what movies are catching buzz, and the hot topics at the festival this year from AI to political films. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  24. Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio on Mel Brooks, Summer Movie Preview, and Debating the Controversial 'Blue Film'

    Anne and Ryan are joined this week by the co-directors of the new documentary "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man." Apatow and Bonfiglio share their personal histories with Brooks and his films, and reveal the challenges of explaining comedic genius on film. But first our hosts share their most...

  25. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” Hits Too Close to Home; “Michael” is Merely Moments; “Mother Mary” Nails the Music; Lena Dunham’s Memoir

    This week: a flurry of reviews. Hosts Ann Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review “Michael,” a musical biopic that shies away from controversy (8:10) and “Mother Mary,” a movie about a made up musician that nails the musical performances and not much else. (13:00) They also react to “The Devil Wears...

  26. CinemaCon and the Year Ahead in Movies; The Current State of Theatrical Horror; & Special Guest John Early

    Ryan is joined this week by a trio of fabulous guests. First we have IndieWire's senior business reporter Brian Welk to break down the news out of CinemaCon. Then IndieWire's resident horror movie maven Alison Foreman dishes on "Lee Cronin's The Mummy" and the current state of theatrical horror....

  27. Live with Jeremy O. Harris from Lincoln Center

    Renowned playwright, screenwriter, and actor Jeremy O. Harris joins Anne and Ryan live at Lincoln Center in New York City. Harris discusses his newest film "Erupcja" which he produced and stars in alongside Charli XCX. He also breaks down how the instant success of "Slave Play" impacted his...

  28. Judging the Cannes Lineup, Plus Special Guest Christopher Abbott

    Actor Christopher Abbott, seen last year in The Testament of Ann Lee and Wolf Man, sat down with IndieWire's Ryan Lattanzio to reflect on his career and preview his upcoming role in Death of a Salesman on Broadway. (18:47) Abbott shares his perspective as an actor on the indie film business, and...

  29. David Zazlav's Disturbing Success Story; Parsing "Project Hail Mary" Box Office; New Releases Reactions

    IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio dive into a busy week for films and film news. They break down what the box office success of "Project Hail Mary" means for star Ryan Gosling and the state of movie going, before taking a broad look at the disturbing success story of outgoing...

  30. Oscars Review from Inside the Dolby; The Problem with Oscars Press; What's Up Next for the Winners?

    We made it to the grand finale of the awards season! Listen to Anne and Ryan share their thoughts on the big races, how the show went over live inside the Dolby Theater, and what projects the winners have coming up next. Then they peek ahead at the Cannes film festival and discuss its effect on…

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  31. Praise for "Project Hail Mary"; Predicting the Oscar Shorts; SXSW Preview

    IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their enjoyment of the new space adventure "Project Hail Mary," and discuss the influence of directors Lorde and Miller. Then they walk us all through the Oscar Shorts categories and what's going on with Universal's theatrical windowing,...

  32. The Bride! Reactions + Oscars 2026: Can Sinners Upset One Battle After Another?

    On this episode of Screen Talk, Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride!, break down their 2026 Oscar predictions, and dig into one of the most unpredictable races in years, including whether Sinners has the momentum to upset One Battle After Another for Best…

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  33. Paramount Trumps Netflix in Warner Bros. Sale; BAFTA’s Complex Controversy; Anticipating the Actor Awards

    Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio react to the sudden turn of events in the Warner Bros. sale, and unpack the entertainment and political ramifications. Then they discuss a controversy filled week in film, from the BAFTAs to Berlin, reflecting on how the BAFTA’s incident as well as the upcoming...

  34. A Rough Weekend for Indie Film: Spirit Awards, Berlin Controversy, and Big Questions

    Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down the underwhelming Film Independent Spirit Awards and what their winners actually mean for the Oscars. They also dive into political controversy at the Berlin Film Festival, revisit a star-studded Oscar screenwriters panel, and analyze the risky...

  35. How Santa Barbara Impacts the Oscar Race; "Wuthering Heights" Isn't Sexy Enough; Plus "Crime 101" & "Send Help"

    IndieWire Editor Anne Thompson is at the Santa Barbara Film Festival, and tells us what's happening in the rooms and how the festival is impacting the Oscar race. Anne and co-host Ryan Lattanzio also review the disappointing "Wuthering Heights" as well as new releases "Crime 101" and Sam Rami's...

  36. "Wuthering Heights" Buzz & 40 Years Covering Sundance in Park City

    IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their initial reactions to Emerald Fennel's new adaptation of "Wuthering Heights" and parse the fine line between social media reactions and reviews. Then Anne shares memories from 40 years of covering Sundance and her final farewell to Park…

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  37. The Best Films at Sundance, Safdie Brothers Drama, & Guest Roger Durling, executive director of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival

    IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their picks for the best of Sundance, from disturbing horror to complex dramas. Then they break down the developing story around the Safdie Brothers' breakup, and how the news impacts the race as they recap the BAFTA nominations. Finally...

  38. Oscar Nomination Reactions & Winner Predictions

    The Oscar nominations are in, and the race for the win begins. IndieWire Editor Anne Thompson and Awards Editor Marcus Jones put the nominees in context and predict their winner in each category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  39. ‘28 Years Later,’ Oscar Race Updates, and a Sundance 2026 Preview

    On this week’s episode of Screen Talk, IndieWire’s Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down Nia DaCosta’s 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, diving into its brutal thrills, Alex Garland’s script, and why it stands out in the franchise. They also unpack Golden Globes fallout, the shifting Oscar...

  40. Our 15 Most Anticipated Films of 2026, Critics Choice and SAG Awards, & Special Guests from Row K Entertainment

    IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share the 15 films they are most excited for in the new year. They also catch up on the Critics Choice and Screen Actors awards before welcoming two guests from new indie distributor Row K, President Megan Colligan and head of distribution Steve...

  41. Our 2025 Winners & Sinners, Plus Box Office Guru Kevin Geotz

    IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their picks for the cinematic winners and sinners of 2025. They also break down the Christmas box office including 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' and 'Marty Supreme.' Then they are joined by box office and audience testing guru Kevin Geotz to get...

  42. Oscar Shortlists & Moving to YouTube; A New Spielberg Trailer; & The Incredible Films of Rob Reiner

    Hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio parse which films got the biggest boost from the Oscar Shortlists, and discuss what the show's move to YouTube could mean for Hollywood's biggest night. They also react to the new trailers for 'Disclosure Day' and 'Digger', and of course reflect on the...

  43. Our Top 10 Films of the Year! Plus the Heated Race for Best International Feature

    IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio reveal their 10 favorite films of 2025, and both lists are incredibly on brand. They also debate which films are weakening in the awards season, and parse the heated race for Best International Feature. Listen to IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast…

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  44. Awards Season Unleashed! NYFCC, NBR, & Spirit Awards Picks, plus the Battle for Best Documentary

    Screen Talk co-hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio parse a busy awards season week and look closely at doc contenders like "The Perfect Neighbor" and "The Tale of Silyan." Listen to IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast, a weekly conversation with leading Directors and Showrunners about their...

  45. Special guest Kate Winslet discusses her directorial debut 'Goodbye June'

    The marvelous Kate Winslet joined hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio to discuss the making of her directorial debut. She opened up about her personal connection to the story of the film, and shared honestly about the challenges and thrills of finally taking the Director's chair. 'Goodbye…

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  46. Will Mixed Reviews Impact 'Wicked: For Good' at the Oscars? Plus 'Marty Supreme' and European Film Awards

    'Screen Talk' co-hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review Jon M. Chu's 'Wicked: For Good' and size up 'Marty Supreme's' chances at the Oscars after rapturous screenings in Los Angeles and New York. Listen to IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast, a weekly conversation with leading Directors...

  47. Edgar Wright's 'The Running Man'; Oscar-Bound Indies That Bombed; & Governors Awards Preview

    IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review 'The Running Man' and look at the also-rans in the indie box office race. Plus a preview of the star studded Governors Awards. Listen to IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit Podcast, a weekly conversation with leading Directors and Showrunners about...

  48. 'Die My Love' & Jennifer Lawrence Awards Chances; Ranking Netflix's 2026 Oscar Slate

    Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio dig into the messy, metaphorical 'Die My Love,' from its magnetic star performance to its reception as it opens wide this weekend. They discuss if the challenging performance puts Jennifer Lawrence in the Best Actress top 5, then they rank the movies Netflix is...

  49. Gothams Breakdown, AFI Fest Wrap-Up, 'The Testament of Ann Lee' & 'Hedda'

    On this week's 'Screen Talk' episode, IndieWire's Editor-at-Large Anne Thompson and Executive Editor Ryan Lattanzio parse the Awards implications of the Gotham nominations and AFI Fest. They also share their thoughts on Mona Fasvold's The Testament of Anne Lee and Nia DaCosta's Hedda. Learn more...

  50. Middleburg’s Awards Clout, AFI Fest picks, Inside del Toro’s 'Frankenstein' with producer Miles Dale

    Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down how regional festivals like Middleburg are shaping this year’s awards race and flag smart AFI Fest bets. Then Anne sits with Oscar winner Miles Dale to unpack the craft behind Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein: building an Arctic ship and tower sets,...

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