With 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 Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

With 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 Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Summer 2023 Movie Release Round-Up

Ryan McQuade

Nick and Sophia are excited to celebrate the great Hayao Miyazaki, the co-founder of Studio Ghibli and a master director of such recognizable animation. They, along with guest super-fan Ryan McQuade, begin by sharing their love for his imaginative, timeless films and their complicated feelings about his final, upcoming film, The Boy and the Heron.Then, they wax poetic about Miyazaki’s most endearing yet emotional movie, My Neighbor Totoro, explaining why its titular, cozy character became the face and mascot of the animation studio (30:26). Four films later, he dazzled audiences with a journey that would remain the highest grossing Japanese film for almost 20 years, Spirited Away (59:06).Finally, they wrap up by each recommending another Miyazaki film and Ryan shares what he’s “wild” for right now (1:30:00).Follow Ryan @ryanmcquade77Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Nick and Sophia are excited to celebrate the great Hayao Miyazaki, the co-founder of Studio Ghibli and a master director of such recognizable animation. They, along with guest super-fan Ryan McQuade, begin by sharing their love for his imaginative, timeless films and their complicated feelings about his final, upcoming film, The Boy and the Heron.Then, they wax poetic about Miyazaki’s most endearing yet emotional movie, My Neighbor Totoro, explaining why its titular, cozy character became the face and mascot of the animation studio (30:26). Four films later, he dazzled audiences with a journey that would remain the highest grossing Japanese film for almost 20 years, Spirited Away (59:06).Finally, they wrap up by each recommending another Miyazaki film and Ryan shares what he’s “wild” for right now (1:30:00).Follow Ryan @ryanmcquade77Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

The Wonderful World of Hayao Miyazaki with 'My Neighbor Totoro' and 'Spirited Away' (ft. Ryan McQuade)

July 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).Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

July 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).Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer': The Greatest Existentialist Summer Movie Double Feature

George Cukor

There’s no denying George Cukor loved his leading ladies and was determined to let them shine. The proof? All three women were nominated- two won!- for the films Nick and Sophia talk about on this director retrospective episode. The Philadelphia Story touts a statuesque Katharine Hepburn vying for the hearts of multiple men (aspirational hot girl summer energy). Gaslight finds Ingrid Bergman terrorized by her husband’s insidious behavior, explaining the origin of the word “gaslighting” (29:52). Finally, Judy Holliday reprises her unforgettable role as D.C.’s diligent darling in the play-turned-film Born Yesterday (44:00). Listen as they talk about the history behind these films, their favorite scenes and quotes, and which of these films has the biggest Oscar snubs! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

There’s no denying George Cukor loved his leading ladies and was determined to let them shine. The proof? All three women were nominated- two won!- for the films Nick and Sophia talk about on this director retrospective episode. The Philadelphia Story touts a statuesque Katharine Hepburn vying for the hearts of multiple men (aspirational hot girl summer energy). Gaslight finds Ingrid Bergman terrorized by her husband’s insidious behavior, explaining the origin of the word “gaslighting” (29:52). Finally, Judy Holliday reprises her unforgettable role as D.C.’s diligent darling in the play-turned-film Born Yesterday (44:00). Listen as they talk about the history behind these films, their favorite scenes and quotes, and which of these films has the biggest Oscar snubs! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Cancer Season with George Cukor: ‘The Philadelphia Story,’ ‘Gaslight,’ and ‘Born Yesterday’

“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 &amp; 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 evilest fairy throughout the land, tune in and decide whose team is your favorite!Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Ryan on Instagram @rjchopper and on GoodreadsFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

“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 &amp; 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 evilest fairy throughout the land, tune in and decide whose team is your favorite!Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Ryan on Instagram @rjchopper and on GoodreadsFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Disney Centennial Movie Draft

For a director that is still creating memorable gems, it is even more impressive to look back 30 years to 1993 when Steven Spielberg released two iconic films earning 10 Academy Awards! Jurassic Park wasn't his first fantastical adventure, but it sure did change the way we look at dinosaurs. Nick and Sophia marvel at its connection to The Exorcist, the fun it has with mixing genres, and all of the film's innovations before talking about his Best Picture and Best Director winning film, Schindler's List (30:54). This film feels more essential with each passing year while its timeless beauty and lessons continue to blow away audiences. Listen for a character analysis, why this movie is also a technical feat, and alternate versions with other directors.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

For a director that is still creating memorable gems, it is even more impressive to look back 30 years to 1993 when Steven Spielberg released two iconic films earning 10 Academy Awards! Jurassic Park wasn't his first fantastical adventure, but it sure did change the way we look at dinosaurs. Nick and Sophia marvel at its connection to The Exorcist, the fun it has with mixing genres, and all of the film's innovations before talking about his Best Picture and Best Director winning film, Schindler's List (30:54). This film feels more essential with each passing year while its timeless beauty and lessons continue to blow away audiences. Listen for a character analysis, why this movie is also a technical feat, and alternate versions with other directors.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Spielberg Double Feature: 'Jurassic Park' and 'Schindler's List' at 30

"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 York City? (31:39). Stay tuned for another fun convo about this Cancer-esque gem!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

"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 York City? (31:39). Stay tuned for another fun convo about this Cancer-esque gem!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Cancer Season with Billy Wilder: 'Sabrina' and 'The Apartment'

The first two movie releases of the summer may have already premiered at festivals earlier this year, but now everyone will be able to experience why both of these will have you rushing to leave the theater to call your loved ones. First, in Asteroid City, Wes Anderson’s 11th and latest film, a grieving father finds his life turned upside down when he meets a group of eccentric visitors- played by a meteor-sized A-list cast- in the titular town. Then, in Past Lives, two childhood friends examine love, fate, and identity as they reunite over the course of their lives (22:23). With one film by a director with an instantly recognizable style and the other by a playwright directing her first feature film, these are two unforgettable films you won't want to miss! Listen to Nick and Sophia as they share their favorite moments and review the films!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

The first two movie releases of the summer may have already premiered at festivals earlier this year, but now everyone will be able to experience why both of these will have you rushing to leave the theater to call your loved ones. First, in Asteroid City, Wes Anderson’s 11th and latest film, a grieving father finds his life turned upside down when he meets a group of eccentric visitors- played by a meteor-sized A-list cast- in the titular town. Then, in Past Lives, two childhood friends examine love, fate, and identity as they reunite over the course of their lives (22:23). With one film by a director with an instantly recognizable style and the other by a playwright directing her first feature film, these are two unforgettable films you won't want to miss! Listen to Nick and Sophia as they share their favorite moments and review the films!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

'Asteroid City' and 'Past Lives'

It 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 nominees and which could land multiple noms? How many films already released are they predicting to win the night's biggest prize? Listen in to find out all of this and more!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

It 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 nominees and which could land multiple noms? How many films already released are they predicting to win the night's biggest prize? Listen in to find out all of this and more!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Very Early 2024 Oscar Predictions

With a new month comes another punny way to celebrate one of our favorite Best Actress winners, Jane Fonda! In They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?, her first Oscar nomination and a film that still holds a Best Picture record today, she competes in a timeless, yet horrific Depression-era dance marathon. Then, in Coming Home, she befriends an old high school colleague, Luke, while volunteering at a veterans’ hospital and her husband is off serving in Vietnam (28:22). Listen to Nick and Sophia dive into these critical hits, sharing favorite moments and performances while highlighting the importance these roles had for Fonda’s career. What’s your favorite Jane Fonda performance?Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

With a new month comes another punny way to celebrate one of our favorite Best Actress winners, Jane Fonda! In They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?, her first Oscar nomination and a film that still holds a Best Picture record today, she competes in a timeless, yet horrific Depression-era dance marathon. Then, in Coming Home, she befriends an old high school colleague, Luke, while volunteering at a veterans’ hospital and her husband is off serving in Vietnam (28:22). Listen to Nick and Sophia dive into these critical hits, sharing favorite moments and performances while highlighting the importance these roles had for Fonda’s career. What’s your favorite Jane Fonda performance?Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Jane June: ‘They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?’ and ‘Coming Home’

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.

The 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_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

The 2023 Cannes Film Festival Recap & Winners

To end their May Dunaway retrospective, Nick and Sophia marvel at Faye’s turn in some Oscar-nominated and winning thrillers and how she shares the spotlight with some dazzling blonde co-stars. In The Thomas Crown Affair, Faye plays the investigator who tries to outsmart Steve McQueen's titular heist mastermind. Then, as the architect's wife alongside a whopping A-list cast in an epic '70s disaster movie, The Towering Inferno, she manages chaos 135 floors up while navigating guests to safety (11:01). Lastly, in Three Days of the Condor, Robert Redford plays a CIA spy on the run who kidnaps a distressed yet cunning Brooklynite Faye in order to survive (28:10). Listen for plenty of favorite quotes and moments, what they think of Faye’s committed acting, and which blonde actor makes for the best scene partner.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

To end their May Dunaway retrospective, Nick and Sophia marvel at Faye’s turn in some Oscar-nominated and winning thrillers and how she shares the spotlight with some dazzling blonde co-stars. In The Thomas Crown Affair, Faye plays the investigator who tries to outsmart Steve McQueen's titular heist mastermind. Then, as the architect's wife alongside a whopping A-list cast in an epic '70s disaster movie, The Towering Inferno, she manages chaos 135 floors up while navigating guests to safety (11:01). Lastly, in Three Days of the Condor, Robert Redford plays a CIA spy on the run who kidnaps a distressed yet cunning Brooklynite Faye in order to survive (28:10). Listen for plenty of favorite quotes and moments, what they think of Faye’s committed acting, and which blonde actor makes for the best scene partner.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Faye Prefers Blondes: “The Thomas Crown Affair,” “The Towering Inferno,” and “Three Days of the Condor”

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" about this sci-fi spectacle. If you would like to listen to the full episode, along with other bonus series on Bennifer and the wilder side of Oscar winners, check out www.patreon.com/OscarWild and contribute at the 'Oscar Wild: After Dark' tier or higher. We appreciate your support! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

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" about this sci-fi spectacle. If you would like to listen to the full episode, along with other bonus series on Bennifer and the wilder side of Oscar winners, check out <a href="http://www.patreon.com/OscarWild" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/OscarWild</a> and contribute at the 'Oscar Wild: After Dark' tier or higher. We appreciate your support! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

After Dark Preview: Faye Goes to Camp in 'Mommie Dearest' and 'Supergirl'

Mildred Pierce

Call. Me. Mother! Nick and Sophia dedicate this episode to all the mothers out there by celebrating the diverse collection of moms in these two notable films. In Mildred Pierce, Joan Crawford's titular and Oscar-winning performance embraces film noir to show the lengths a motivated and hardworking mother will go to please her daughter. Then, in All About My Mother, Pedro Almodóvar's first film to win an Academy Award, a bereaved mother finds herself intertwined with the complex lives of a group of women, leading her on a healing journey of self-discovery (19:57). Lastly, they play a fun mini game, awarding superlatives to some of their favorite movie moms in the Serial Mom Awards (41:14). Who are some of your favorite moms onscreen?Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Call. Me. Mother! Nick and Sophia dedicate this episode to all the mothers out there by celebrating the diverse collection of moms in these two notable films. In Mildred Pierce, Joan Crawford's titular and Oscar-winning performance embraces film noir to show the lengths a motivated and hardworking mother will go to please her daughter. Then, in All About My Mother, Pedro Almodóvar's first film to win an Academy Award, a bereaved mother finds herself intertwined with the complex lives of a group of women, leading her on a healing journey of self-discovery (19:57). Lastly, they play a fun mini game, awarding superlatives to some of their favorite movie moms in the Serial Mom Awards (41:14). Who are some of your favorite moms onscreen?Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Happy Mother's Day with 'Mildred Pierce' and 'All About My Mother'

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 @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

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 <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movies-that-made-us-gay/id1462391901?i=1000523378273" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">run-in at the Arclight</a>. What’s your favorite Faye performance?Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpod Follow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

May Dunaway: "Bonnie and Clyde" & "Puzzle of a Downfall Child"

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 @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

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 @oscarwildpodFollow Sophia @sophia_cimFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

2023 Release Round-Up and Our Review of 'Beau Is Afraid'

Oscar Rewind

For the first Oscar Rewind of the season, Nick and Sophia take you back to the 46th Academy Awards to celebrate the nominees and winners from 1973 (yes, the Year of the Streaker). They start by recapping the Best Picture winner, The Sting, which reunited the winning team of Robert Redford, Paul Newman, and George Roy Hill from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (8:52).After discussing the film, why it fared so well at the Oscars, and some of their favorite scenes and performances, they share their own rankings of the Best Picture nominees and what they would have nominated that year instead. Included throughout are listener questions about some of the year’s biggest films (33:00). Lastly, Smash or Pass makes its long-awaited return, this time including famous characters from the year (1:10:33).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

For the first Oscar Rewind of the season, Nick and Sophia take you back to the 46th Academy Awards to celebrate the nominees and winners from 1973 (yes, the Year of the Streaker). They start by recapping the Best Picture winner, The Sting, which reunited the winning team of Robert Redford, Paul Newman, and George Roy Hill from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (8:52).After discussing the film, why it fared so well at the Oscars, and some of their favorite scenes and performances, they share their own rankings of the Best Picture nominees and what they would have nominated that year instead. Included throughout are listener questions about some of the year’s biggest films (33:00). Lastly, Smash or Pass makes its long-awaited return, this time including famous characters from the year (1:10:33).Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Oscar Rewind: The 1973 Oscars (The Sting)

Viola Davis

Join 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 @sauerkraut27Music: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

Viola Davis EGOT Celebration & 'Air' Review

For 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 content @ oscarwild.squarespace.com Follow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan AdamichSiskel &amp; Ebert anecdote: https://siskelebert.org/?p=4351

For 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 content @ <a href="http://oscarwild.squarespace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">oscarwild.squarespace.com</a> Follow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan AdamichSiskel &amp; Ebert anecdote: <a href="https://siskelebert.org/?p=4351" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://siskelebert.org/?p=4351</a>

'Casablanca' at 80

Jamie Lee Curtis

The 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 discuss her turn in 'Freaky Friday' as a convincing teenage drama queen, including other bonus series on Oscar nominees and winners in films not nominated by the Academy, check out www.patreon.com/OscarWild and contribute at the 'Oscar Wild: After Dark' tier or higher. We appreciate your support!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

The 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 discuss her turn in 'Freaky Friday' as a convincing teenage drama queen, including other bonus series on Oscar nominees and winners in films not nominated by the Academy, check out <a href="http://www.patreon.com/OscarWild" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/OscarWild</a> and contribute at the 'Oscar Wild: After Dark' tier or higher. We appreciate your support!Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @oscarwildpodFollow Nick @sauerkraut27Follow Sophia @sophia_cimMusic: “The Greatest Adventure” by Jonathan Adamich

After Dark: Academy Award-Winning Jamie Lee Curtis's 'True Lies'

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