Best IndieWire Screen Talk Podcasts (2025)

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Who Won the Emmy Nominations; 'Eddington' Reactions; Venice Film Festival Preview 41:27

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6d ago41:27

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IndieWire's Ryan Lattanzio is joined by Awards Editor Marcus Jones to break down which Emmy nominations are worth caring about, predict which films will premiere at Venice this year, and explain their mixed reactions to Ari Aster's newest film 'Eddington' about American mania in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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'Superman' Is Here, What Did We Think?; Debating the 100 Best Movies of the Century; Lena Dunham's Return to TV 28:21

11d ago28:21

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Anne Thompson joined Ryan Lattanzio in person at the IndieWire New York studio to discuss new releases from 'Superman' to the Palme d'Or winner 'It Was Just an Accident.' Then they debate the New York Times best 100 movies of the century list, and reveal their own Top 10s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Jurassic World: Rebirth Screenwriter David Koepp on Writing for Blockbuster Franchises; Plus F1 Reactions & Why Some Sequels Work and Some Fizzle, 50:32

25d ago50:32

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Predicting the Films of the Fall Festivals, '28 Years Later' First Reaction, & Summer Box Office Opens Strong 25:37

1M ago25:37

25:37

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Box Office Chances for Wes Anderson, 'Materialists', 'MI:8', Which Broadway Shows Make the Best Films & Behind the Scenes of IndieWire's TV Honors 30:02

1M ago30:02

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First Reactions to 'Materialists', 'F1', and 'The Life of Chuck' & Should Exhibitors be Allowed in The Academy? 37:20

2M ago37:20

37:20

IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Latanzio give their reactions to some of the most anticipated releases coming our way, from a thoughtful romantic drama to the big follow up from the team behind 'Top Gun: Maverick' and even the odd little TIFF audience winner that's getting a unique marketing push from NEON. Finally they give their takes on the b…

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Which Films Were Bought out of Cannes, and What We Really Thought of Them 32:22

2M ago32:22

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Anne and Ryan are back from Cannes, and have some well rested takes on who bought which movie, and whether the films are worth the hype. They also give their reactions to the season finale of 'The Last of Us,' and Anne shares her experience watching 'Rogue One' for the first time after enjoying 'Andor.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

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Live From Cannes with NEON Founder Tom Quinn 38:53

2M ago38:53

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Anne and Ryan reveal their best and worst of the festival so far, then have an in depth chat with one of the heads of NEON, Tom Quinn, about his acquisition strategies and how NEON is moving into production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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We're at Cannes! First Reactions to the Films, Parties, and Meetings 28:05

2M ago28:05

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Final Cannes Lineup, Summer Movie Preview, and Film Industry Tariffs 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio explore the final Cannes additions, reveal their enthusiasm for the summer movie season, and debate whether they think the newest tariff announcement has any teeth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Thunderbolts* is Better Than Expected, Nathan Fielder vs. Paramount, & Eric Kohn Check In 22:37

3M ago22:37

22:37

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'Sinners' Box Office Drama, 'The Last of Us' SPOILER Talk, and New Oscars Voting Rules (Episode 528) 27:23

3M ago27:23

27:23

What is going on with the 'Sinners' box office reporting? IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down the bizare narrative that took shape over the weekend. Then they dive into their feels for some 'The Last of Us' spoiler talk, and react to the Academy's new rules to force Oscar voters to actually watch the movies. For interviews with …

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Cannes Lineup and Live at Film at Lincoln Center with Christine Vachon 39:05

3M ago39:05

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio recap the Cannes linuep before taking the stage at Film at Lincoln Center to talk with 'Killer Films' Producer Christine Vachon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Big Titles at CinemaCon (Episode 526) 28:49

4M ago28:49

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their most anticipated titles from CinemaCon as well as Cannes Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Emmy Chat with Marcus Jones (Episode 525) 28:53

4M ago28:53

28:53

Anne Thompson in joined by Awards Editor of TV/Film Marcus Jones to discuss all things Emmy's 2025. Also the box office bomb that is 'Snow White' and how that came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Is Snow White Better Than Wicked? (Episode 524) 36:17

4M ago36:17

36:17

Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio weigh in on the new 'Snow White' feature. They also review TV hits like 'Adolescence' and 'The White Lotus' as well as discussing the Sundance Film Festival's next big move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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SXSW Review and TV Gems (Episode 523) 34:07

4M ago34:07

34:07

Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio talk SXSW new titles, the fate of the Bridget Jones franchise and all the television shows to keep up with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Post Oscars Review and Mickey 17 (Episode 522) 31:02

5M ago31:02

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review the 97th Academy Awards, the highs and the lows. Also a fun chat about Bong Joon Ho's new science-fiction/comedy 'Mickey 17'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Our Final Oscar Predictions! (Episode 521) 42:47

5M ago42:47

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their final predictions on who will win big at the Oscars 2025. A recap of the Spirit Awards and a remembrance of Gene Hackman and Michelle Trachtenberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Who Will Win Big at the Spirit Awards? (Episode 520) 33:18

5M ago33:18

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss who could win big at the 2025 Spirit Awards. Plus Ryan visit to Berlinale, Oscar shorts reviews and the state of the James Bond franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Anora Sweeps Pre-Oscars Awards 43:52

5M ago43:52

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss Anora's big wins at the Critic's Choice Awards, PGA's and the DGA's. Plus PLAN B's Jeremy Kleiner and Dede Gardner stop by to talk Nickel Boys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Does Emilia Pérez Have a Chance at the Oscars? (Episode 518) 24:31

5M ago24:31

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss the scarce acquisitions at Sundance 2025 and dive into the challenges Emilia Pérez faces for Oscar glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Sundance 2025 Review (Episode 517) 31:48

6M ago31:48

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio give their first impressions on the new titles at Sundance Film Festival 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Oscars 2025 - Snubs & Surprises (Episode 516) 55:16

6M ago55:16

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Remembering David Lynch (Episode 515) 57:46

6M ago57:46

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio reflect on the life and films of David Lynch who recently passed. Also more Oscar nom predictions, Sundance previews and co-owner of Utopia, Robert Schwartzman drops in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Were We Right About the Golden Globes? (Episode 514) 22:31

6M ago22:31

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The Golden Globes 2025 (Episode 513) 18:28

7M ago18:28

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio give their first impressions of the new year with The Golden Globes 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Will 'Mufasa: The Lion King' Be a Hit? (Episode 512) 27:39

7M ago27:39

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio question the success of 'Mufasa: The Lion King' and dive deep into the Oscars shortlist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Anne and Ryan Share Their 2024 10 Best Lists (Episode 511) 47:26

7M ago47:26

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The year is coming to a close, so Anne and Ryan talk through their favorite movies from 2024. Will they have any overlap in their lists? Will your favorite film of the year make it in? Listen to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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More Awards, More Predictions, Plus Richard Lorber of Kino Lorber! (Episode 510) 54:41

8M ago54:41

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio make their Oscar predictions based on the Spirit, Critics Choice and Gotham Awards. Plus a sit down chat with CEO of Kino Lorber, Richard Lorber. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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How Does it Feel... to Watch 'A Complete Unknown'? 25:03

8M ago25:03

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the new James Mangold, Bob Dylan biopic 'A Complete Unknown'. Also, 2025 awards potential for titles both big and small now that the year is coming to a close. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Wicked & Gladiator II Box Office Predictions (Episode 508) 21:35

8M ago21:35

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss box office projections for 'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II' as well as titles that were swept under the rug like 'Sing Sing', 'Lee' and 'His Three Daughters'. They end the conversation with Anne's take on the new Bob Dylan biopic, 'A Complete Unknown'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

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Wicked, Awards Season Dinners, & the Best Documentary Race (Episode 508) 30:24

8M ago30:24

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the Oscar possibility for "Wicked," debrief some recent awards season dinners, and break down the Best Documentary race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Nosferatu! (Episode 507) 34:38

9M ago34:38

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio tackle the highly anticipated Robert Eggers directed 'Nosferatu'. Also European Film Awards, and Ryan's take on 'RED ONE'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Gotham Award Nominees (Episode 506) 52:02

9M ago52:02

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio speak on the newly announced Gotham Award Nominees and Clint Eastwood's new feature 'Juror #2'. Also on the show is guests Peter Micelli and Jack Whigham of management company Range Media Partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Gladiator II, Yay or Nay? (Episode 505) 30:12

9M ago30:12

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio give their hot takes on Ridley Scott's much anticipated 'Gladiator II' as well as awards potential for international foreign films. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Terrifier 3 Beats Joker: Folie à Deux at the Box Office (Episode 504) 29:05

9M ago29:05

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Anne Thompson talks with Ryan Lattanzio from the Orcas Island Film Festival about international films/documentaries and their awards potential. They also discuss the strong state of the horror genre with Terrifier 3 and Smile 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Live at NYFF with Criterion Collection's Peter Becker 41:53

9M ago41:53

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio take the stage at the New York Film Festival with special guest Peter Becker, President of the Criterion Collection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Joker: Folie à Deux and Megalopolis (Episode 502) 29:05

10M ago29:05

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio take the NYC IndieWire offices to discuss Emilia Pérez, The Seed of the Sacred Fig, Joker: Folie à Deux and Megalopolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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NYFF Titles and Alex Ross Perry's 'Pavements' 32:40

10M ago32:40

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss a handful of titles at the New York Film Festival. Also Ryan interviews Alex Ross Perry for his new documentary 'Pavements' about 90's Indie darlings Pavement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Babygirl, Wolfs, Conclave, The Substance (Episode 500) 31:13

10M ago31:13

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio give their thoughts on Baby Girl, Wolfs, The Substance and why Conclave could win best picture at the Oscars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Live at TIFF with RJ Cutler (Episode 499) 54:43

10M ago54:43

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Anne Thompson sits down with Director/Producer RJ Cutler live at the Toronto International Film Festival to discuss his new documentary 'Elton John: Never Too Late'. Anne is also joined by fill in co-host Kate Erbland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Inside Venice & Telluride with Special Guest Cameron Bailey (Episode 498) 53:08

11M ago53:08

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio give their first impressions of the new titles at Venice and Telluride Film Festivals including 'Joker: Folie à Deux', Pedro Almodóvar's 'The Room Next Door' and the Nicole Kidman lead 'Babygirl'. Special guest and TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey also stops by to talk his festival's favorites. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Telluride Preview with David Ehrlich (Episode 497) 24:27

11M ago24:27

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Anne Thompson is joined by David Ehrlich to discuss new Telluride films. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Blink Twice, Megalopolis Trailer and Romulus (Episode 496) 37:29

11M ago37:29

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio catch-up with the tail end of summer movies including Blink Twice, Romulus, The Crow and discuss the Megalopolis fake trailer leak. This episode also sits down with former IndieWire staffer Nigel Smith who is Senior News Editor at People. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Todd Haynes/Joaquin Phoenix Debacle (Episode 495) 42:35

11M ago42:35

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio weigh in on Joaquin Phoenix leaving Todd Hayne's film, the fate of Landmark Theaters, new Saoirse Ronan feature 'The Outrun' and indie legend Gena Rowlands death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Trap, Wolfs and TIFF Lineup (Episode 494) 30:20

12M ago30:20

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio talk the new M. Night Shyamalan psycho-thriller Trap, Apple TV's big bet on The Instigators and Wolfs as well as the TIFF lineup and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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'Marveling' at the Box Office (Episode 493) 25:35

12M ago25:35

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their thoughts on the box office smash Deadpool & Wolverine, Francis Ford Coppola controversy and Jimmy Kimmel declining to host the Oscars for a fifth time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Deadpool & Wolverine, Kate Erbland & David Ehrlich! (Episode 492) 32:47

12M ago32:47

32:47

Ryan Lattanzio is joined by Kate Erbland to talk all things Deadpool & Wolverine, the Venice International Film Festival lineup and TIFF. Also David Ehrlich stops by to promote his new newsletter, IN REVIEW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk

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Emmy's 2024 Snubs & Surprises (Episode 491) 23:37

1y ago23:37

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Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio recount the snubs and surprises at the Emmy's 2024 nominees announcements. Also a Twisters review and the Venice Film Festival lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Indiewire: Screen Talk