Oscar Wild
224 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago -Oscar Wild is an entertainment podcast where Sophia Ciminello and Nick Ruhrkraut discuss the latest in film from new releases to old favorites, always counting down to next year's Oscars.
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Viola Davis EGOT Celebration & 'Air' Review
April 14, 2023 10:01 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBJoin 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 insi...
'Casablanca' at 80
April 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBFor their season premiere, Nick and Sophia take you back 80 years across the rim of Africa to celebrate the dazzling beauty of Casablanca. Venture with them as they reminisce about Paris, debate the implications of Ilsa and Rick’s undying romance, answer listener questions about the film’s performance at the Oscars and who they’d cast in a modern-day remake, and share their favorite scenes and quotes from this Hollywood classic! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod with more cont...
After Dark: Academy Award-Winning Jamie Lee Curtis's 'True Lies'
March 31, 2023 11:10 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBThe fans have spoken, the Academy has spoken, and everyone is thrilled with the now Academy Award-winning star, Jamie Lee Curtis (well, she IS all of us). In covering some of her previously celebrated works, Nick and Sophia delve into what made the chameleonic and proud nepo baby such a household name before she brought home the gold. First comes 'True Lies,' for which she transforms from content housewife into badass spy. If you would like to listen to the rest of the episode, where they dis...
Reactions to The 95th Academy Awards All at Once (ft. Bennett Prosser)
March 17, 2023 10:01 - 1 hour - 63 MBBennett 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...
Final 2023 Oscar Predictions
March 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBWe are days away from the 95th Academy Awards and it's finally time for our last episode before the Big Night! Here to share all of her insight with Nick and Sophia is returning guest and Gold Derby Senior Editor, Joyce Eng. They break down the 23 categories into three groups. First is 'In The Bag,' which includes the most predictable winners of the night, from Visual Effects to International Feature. Then in Toss Up, things get a bit dicier with categories like Adapted Screenplay, Original ...
Oscar Contenders: Adapted Screenplay, Original Screenplay, Director, and Picture (ft. Erik Anderson)
March 08, 2023 11:01 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBFor 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 throu...
Oscar Contenders: Supporting Actor & Supporting Actress (ft. Kevin Jacobsen)
March 04, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBOn today's Contenders episode you'll find some wonderful nominees that range from having fun character names, like Jamie Lee Curtis as Deirdre Beaubeirdre in Everything Everywhere All at Once, to being true supporting scene stealers with less than 10 minutes of screen time, like Judd Hirsch as Uncle Boris in The Fabelmans. Special guest and acting connoisseur Kevin Jacobsen joins Nick and Sophia for an in-depth conversation about Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress (55:42). Hea...
Oscar Contenders: Best Actor and Best Actress (ft. Cameron Scheetz)
March 02, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBYou’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...
Oscar Contenders: Animated, Live Action, and Documentary Short Films
February 24, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBThe 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 Ins...
Oscar Contenders: International, Documentary, and Animated Feature
February 17, 2023 11:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBLess than one month remains until the Oscars so Nick and Sophia are back to discuss three more exciting categories. Like always, they share their write-in votes and which film they think should win for: International Feature, Documentary Feature (19:40), and Animated Feature (31:02). Check out a selection of the nominated short films available online (listed here including our predictions by category) or wait to see them in a theater near you starting this weekend! Follow us on Twitter and...
Interview with Frank Petzold, 'All Quiet on the Western Front' Visual Effects Supervisor
February 14, 2023 18:55 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBYou 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 ...
Oscar Contenders: Makeup and Hairstyling, Costume Design, Production Design, and Cinematography
February 10, 2023 11:01 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBNick and Sophia are back with another Oscar Contenders episode, this time wrapping up the technical categories. From turning a Soviet era airfield into a WWI war zone in ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ to the many lenses, wigs, and costumes that styled the King of Rock and Roll in ‘Elvis,’ they discuss all of the fascinating details that bring these nominated films to life. Also listen to find out which movies they would write-in and who they think should win for: Makeup and Hairstyling, Co...
Oscar Contenders: Original Song, Original Score, Sound, Film Editing, and Visual Effects
February 03, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBNow 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...
Reactions to the 2023 Oscar Nominations
January 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThe official countdown of 44 days until the Oscars begins after Girls’ co-stars Allison Williams and Academy Award winner Riz Ahmed recently announced this year’s nominees! Bennett Prosser joins Nick and Sophia to break down the big winners, surprises, and misses from the announcement. 16 first-time acting nominees! Two Best Picture nominees for which their entire top cast are nominated! Find out what they’re wild for and how they think this season may shake out before they answer some fun l...
2023 Oscar Nomination Predictions
January 20, 2023 11:01 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBIt’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 nomin...
The 2023 Movie Preview Special
January 13, 2023 11:01 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBNick and Sophia are back with one of the biggest episodes of the year, where they list nearly 65 films slated for release in 2023! They start with some fun movies coming out soon, like ‘80 For Brady,’ ‘Cocaine Bear,’ and ‘65.’ Then, onto other major studio movies with potential blockbuster status, like ‘Magic Mike’s Last Dance,’ ‘Fast X,’ ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,’ and ‘The Marvels.’ You know they love horror flicks so they make sure not to leave anything out (even David Gordon...
Our Top 5 Movies of 2022 & Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time Lists
January 06, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBIt’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 li...
The 2023 Oscar Shortlists (ft. Bennett Prosser)
December 23, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBThe shortlists for 10 of the 24 categories recognized at the Oscars have arrived and Nick and Sophia are here to break them down with returning guest, Bennett Prosser! They answer listener questions, explain how the shortlists work and who selects the 10-15 films, and share why the bake-off is one of the most exciting insider events that determines some of the final nominees. After a brief chat on the short film categories, they begin by dissecting Documentary Feature, International Featur...
After Dark: 'The Holiday'
December 22, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBNever underestimate Nancy Meyers' ability to turn relationship woes and an all-star cast into the most charming holiday romcom, because that's exactly what she's done with 'The Holiday.' On a preview of this festive episode, Nick and Sophia discuss why they love revisiting this movie, including sharing: the cast and crew's many Oscar connections, multiple serendipitous fun facts from filming, why Mr. Brightside is the best anthem to therapeutically scream, how Graham is yet another unattaina...
Awards Season Release Round-Up III: 'Empire of Light,' 'The Whale,' and 'Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio,' Plus, Golden Globes Nominations and Critics Awards!
December 16, 2022 15:21 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBSophia 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:...
'Lawrence of Arabia' at 60
December 09, 2022 11:00 - 55 minutes - 51.9 MB"There is only the desert for you." Nick and Sophia are back to weather the sweltering heat to admire how David Lean took an extraordinary tale and made one of the most epic films in 'Lawrence of Arabia.' From its stunning cinematography and sprawling panoramas to the iconic editing (the unparalleled matchstick cut) and Peter O'Toole's sensitive yet powerful acting, there is way more to this adaptation than meets the eye. They also discuss its impressive haul at the Oscars and how they think...
'Miracle on 34th Street' at 75
December 01, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 36.7 MBIt’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 le...
Award Season Round-Up II: ‘Bones and All,’ ‘The Fabelmans,’ ‘She Said,’ & Spirit Award Nominations
November 25, 2022 16:56 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBThere 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 c...
'Chicago' at 20 (ft. Connor and Dylan MacDowell)
November 18, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBSophia 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 nex...
Awards Season Round-Up I: 'All Quiet on the Western Front,' 'The Banshees of Inisherin,' and 'Bardo'
November 11, 2022 11:01 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBAnd 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 ...
Noirvember with Billy Wilder's 'Double Indemnity' and 'Sunset Boulevard'
November 04, 2022 12:42 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBMariah 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, favorit...
The Oscar Wild Horror Oscars
October 28, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBWith Halloween upon us, what better way to celebrate the best of the horror genre than to host our very own Horror Oscars! It's no secret that scary movies and performances aren't usually recognized at The Oscars, so Nick and Sophia decided to right some wrongs and share their own picks. The only rule is that you can only choose a movie three times among the six major categories. First are all four acting categories, ranging in terrific performances from a faithful priest dealing with his ow...
'TÁR' and A Recap of The New York Film Festival
October 21, 2022 12:38 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBThe 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 the...
'What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?' at 60
October 14, 2022 15:39 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIt’s time to honor one of Hollywood’s most talked about feuds with the 60th anniversary of the Oscar-winning ‘What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?’ Joan Crawford and Bette Davis lead this macabre duet late in their careers, but nonetheless sparked an entirely new genre of psychological thrillers. From production background to the legacy of the film (especially an iconic Drag Race sketch), Nick and Sophia break down every moment on and off set, share their favorite scenes, and look at the actual ...
'Cabaret' at 50
October 07, 2022 12:01 - 59 minutes - 56.5 MBWillkommen, 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 performan...
September Release Round-Up: 'The Woman King,' 'Don't Worry Darling,' and More!
September 30, 2022 11:50 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBSome of the big fall festival premieres look to dazzle audiences as they hit a wide release this month. Reactions on the first movie that Nick and Sophia discuss, ‘The Woman King,’ are overwhelmingly positive and consistent with its A+ CinemaScore. Gina Prince-Bythewood delivers an epic warrior drama with Viola Davis at the helm and one that has already garnered great awards potential (3:37). Next is a movie that, due to a magnetic press release, needs no introduction: ‘Don’t Worry Darling...
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Venice, Telluride, and TIFF
September 23, 2022 11:53 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBWith the first big fall festivals wrapped up and more heading our way soon, Nick and Sophia are back to recap all of the good, bad, and the ugly out of Venice, Telluride, and TIFF. Joining them is returning guest, Bennett Prosser, to share his experiences (and hold Nick accountable for all of his post-screening hot takes) from the second week of the 79th Venice Film Festival. Listen for spoiler-free reactions to some of the festival’s buzzier films, including ‘The Whale,’ ‘The Banshees of In...
‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ at 40
September 16, 2022 11:36 - 43 minutes - 40.9 MBA 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 pe...
The 2023 Awards Season Fantasy Draft (ft. Special Guests)
September 09, 2022 11:34 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBWe 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 @osc...
'Three Thousand Years of Longing' and a George Miller Mini-Retrospective
September 02, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 49.3 MBOn 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 clas...
Movie Trade: ‘The Red Shoes’ and ‘All That Jazz’
August 26, 2022 10:30 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBWho’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 wo...
They Won for That? Roger Deakins (Blade Runner 2049 and 1917)
August 19, 2022 10:10 - 46 minutes - 45.6 MBOn a new installment of their ‘They Won For That?’ series, Nick and Sophia dive into a new category to talk about one of the best working cinematographers today, Roger Deakins. Before discussing his two Oscar wins, they talk about his style, thirteen other nominations, and notable works they think he should’ve been up for. Then, they wonder why it took him so long to grab that Oscar gold for ‘Blade Runner 2049’ and ‘1917’ (12:12). Lastly, would they swap either of these wins out or give him ...
Oscar Rewind: ‘Argo’ and the 2012 Oscars
August 12, 2022 10:30 - 55 minutes - 52.7 MBSophia 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 upcom...
Summer Release Round-Up (ft. Ryan Lamb)
August 05, 2022 11:30 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBChances are if you saw a movie released this summer, Nick and Sophia discuss it on this week’s episode with returning guest, Ryan Lamb. Box office returns may still not be at pre-pandemic numbers, but quite a few summer releases have been reeling in big audiences. First off, the super sonic blockbuster, ‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ which is inching its way up the top 10 highest-grossing domestic releases ever. It’s a hit with audiences but how much Oscar potential does it really have? (6:26) Then li...
'Nope' & The Films of Jordan Peele
July 29, 2022 10:01 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBSophia 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 h...
Oscar Rewind: 'The Hours' at 20
July 22, 2022 10:30 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBNick and Sophia are back to celebrate the dramatic conclusion of Cancer season and the 20th anniversary of Stephen Daldry’s ‘The Hours.’ Firstly, they discuss the adapted film’s rich background and the A-list cast that brings these interconnected characters to life. Then, by navigating the tricky waters of awards season (Do I hear category fraud?), they debate if they agree with Nicole’s sole win for the film (39:10). Lastly, they answer some fun Twitter Questions (52:19). Follow us on Twit...
They Won for That? Alfonso Cuarón
July 15, 2022 10:30 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBIn another themed episode, Nick and Sophia revisit Alfonso Cuarón’s filmography and his two Best Director wins (among others) at The Oscars. After discussing what they love about the director, his style, and some of his earlier works, they break down his groundbreaking wins for ‘Gravity’ (16:46) and ‘Roma’ (27:49). Would they swap out one of those wins for another of his films? Find out and see if you agree as they rewrite Academy history (37:17). Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwi...
Movie Trade: ‘Prisoners’ and ‘3 Women’ (Spoilers)
July 07, 2022 10:20 - 56 minutes - 52.9 MBIn their latest “Eat Your Vegetables” Movie Trade, Nick and Sophia each chose a movie from one of their favorite directors for the other person to watch. Nick chose Prisoners, Denis Villeneuve’s beautiful 2013 cat and mouse thriller with an all-star cast (2:26). Sophia picked 3 Women, Robert Altman’s dreamy surrealist film about the ambiguity of identity and the horrors of being a woman (18:29). Lastly, they guess some of each other’s highest-rated and most-watched superlatives of movies and...
Oscar Rewind: Joseph L. Mankiewicz (A Letter to Three Wives and All About Eve)
June 30, 2022 10:58 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBThis 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 @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia...
Our Very Early 2023 Oscar Predictions
June 23, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes - 49 MBOk, so we haven't even reached the halfway point of 2022 yet, but it's never too early to think about next year's Oscars, right? From Martin Scorsese and Apple's 'Killers of the Flower Moon' to other returning Oscar champs like Viola Davis in 'The Woman King' and Olivia Colman in 'Empire of Light,' and other star-studded casts in Steven Spielberg's 'The Fabelmans' and Sarah Polley's 'Women Talking,' this awards season is looking mighty strong. Listen to Nick and Sophia's predicted nominees i...
They Won for That? Kate Winslet
June 16, 2022 10:30 - 42 minutes - 40.2 MBt’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...
Movie Trade: "Pride and Prejudice" and "Fire Island"
June 09, 2022 10:30 - 40 minutes - 32.7 MBOn this episode, Nick and Sophia dive into two adaptations of the Jane Austen classic, “Pride and Prejudice”: Joe Wright’s debut film, ‘Pride & Prejudice,’ with Keira Knightley, and its newest adaptation, Andrew Ahn’s ‘Fire Island.’ After discussing why Wright’s classical version may be the best, including capturing the tension and romance between the various relationships with ease (1:42), they turn to the more lighthearted and modern queer adaptation, penned by Joel Kim Booster. Find multi...
Our Summer Fantasy Draft (Hot Guy Edition)
June 02, 2022 10:30 - 50 minutes - 45 MBAfter 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....
Best Actress Winners at The Cannes Film Festival
May 26, 2022 10:50 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBNick and Sophia are back to celebrate the Cannes Film Festival! First, they share some current buzz from La Croisette and the 75th Festival (4:25). Next, they take a look at three Best Actress winners at Cannes with varying levels of success with The Academy. First up, they chat about Kirsten Dunst’s vulnerable performance in Melancholia and why she wasn’t nominated for an Oscar for her performance (15:03). Next, they talk about the award-winning ensemble of women in Almodovar’s melodrama, “...
Oscar Rewind: International Feature (Fanny and Alexander, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and Parasite)
May 19, 2022 12:17 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBThis 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 @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cim F...