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Episode 240 - Our Final Oscar Predictions For The 93rd Academy Awards Apr 18, 2021

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"This is it. It's time." After the longest awards season of our lifetimes, we have finally come to the end. It is time for the NBP Team to reveal their final Oscar predictions for the 93rd Academy Awards. For this mega important episode, I am joined by Casey Lee Clark, Cody Dericks, Dan Bayer, Josh Parham & Will Mavity. Together, we debate, question, challenge, and go into detail on every Oscar category as we dive deep into our predictions, trying to see all possible outcomes. We also go over the polls, discuss the trailer for Zack Snyder's "Army of the Dead," reveal our predictions for the Indie Spirit Awards, and more! Sit back, relax and enjoy!

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"Quo Vadis, Aida?" Apr 17, 2021

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For our main podcast review this week, I am joined by Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer & Ryan C. Showers. This weekend, we're reviewing one of the films nominated for this year's Oscar for Best International Feature Film, Jasmila Žbanić's haunting and powerful "Quo Vadis, Aida?" starring Jasna Đuričić. We talk about the film's story, its important historical context as it relates to the Bosnian genocide which took place in July 1995, the performances, the impressive filmmaking from Žbanić and more in our hour long discussion. The film is currently streaming on Hulu and we highly recommend that you check it out.

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"Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" Apr 15, 2021

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THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture

For this month's second Patreon Throwback Podcast review, I am being joined by Michael Schwartz, Lauren LaMagna, Tom O'Brien, and Patreon guests Alyssa Christian & Tyler Strandberg. We are filling in the gaps for the 2020 film year with two above-the-line Oscar-nominated movies we did not get a chance to previously review on the podcast. Previously, we reviewed Thomas Vinterberg's "Another Round" and now we are reviewing the controversial small-hit sequel to the equally controversial and beloved 2006 film "Borat," titled "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" starring Sacha Baron Cohen & Maria Bakalova. We talk about the film's humor, politics, story, how it compares to the first one, the breakthrough Oscar-nominated performance from Maria Bakalova and much more! Enjoy!

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The Next Best Theatre Podcast: Episode 39 - "Rent" & Interview With Star, Anthony Rapp Apr 13, 2021

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After taking a bit of a break from our last episode, we are back to discuss one of the biggest and most influential musicals of all time on the heels of its 25th anniversary. We look back on "Rent" in all of its forms, whether that be on stage, as a soundtrack or as a movie. We talk about the characters, the songs, the story, what the musical means to each of us and more! Joining me for this discussion is Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer, Casey Lee Clark and Lauren LaMagna. After the discussion we have a special one on one interview with the musical's star Anthony Rapp. Be sure to take a listen down below and enjoy! "To hand-crafted beers made in local breweries. To yoga, to yogurt, to rice and beans and cheese." TO RENT!!!

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Episode 239 - BAFTA & DGA Winners, The 2020 NBP Film Award Winners & The "Those Who Wish Me Dead" Trailer Apr 12, 2021

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For this week on the podcast, I am joined by Lauren LaMagna, Josh Parham & Dan Bayer. On the agenda for this week are the 2021 BAFTA winners, along with the DGA, ADG & VES winners. We also reveal the winners of the 2020 NBP Film Awards, go over the polls, give our reactions to the trailers for "Those Who Wish Me Dead" and "Mainstream," answer your fan questions, and more as we gear up for our FINAL Oscar Predictions episode next week! Till then, enjoy!

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"Voyagers" Apr 10, 2021

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For our main podcast review this week, I am joined by Josh Parham, guests Allison McCulloch from Filmotomy and Duane Miller from Cinemania World. This weekend, we're reviewing the newest film from director Neil Burger "Voyagers" starring Tye Sheridan, Lily-Rose Depp, Fionn Whitehead & Colin Farrell. We discuss the film's story, its themes, characters, inevitable "Lord of the Flies" comparisons, the performances by the cast and more! Take a listen down below and enjoy!

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"Another Round" Apr 08, 2021

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For this month's Patreon Throwback Podcast review, I am being joined by Nicole Ackman, Dan Bayer, Casey Lee Clark, and Patreon guests Micah Simmons & Kevin Klawitter. We are filling in the gaps for the 2020 film year with two above-the-line Oscar-nominated movies we did not get a chance to previously review on the podcast, and first up is Thomas Vinterberg's "Another Round" starring Mads Mikkelsen. We discuss the film's themes, its characters, the popular song that weaves its way through the movie, the final memorable scene, and much more! It's a lot of fun, so pop open a cold one, kick back, relax and enjoy! "What a life!"

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Episode 238 - SAG Winners, BAFTA Predictions & Trailers For "Space Jam: A New Legacy" & "Zola" Apr 06, 2021

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For this week on the podcast I am joined by Josh Parham, Dan Bayer, Ryan C. Showers & Zoe Rose Bryant. This week, we are discussing the results of the 2021 SAG Awards, delivering our predictions for next week's BAFTA Awards, giving our reactions to the trailers for "Space Jam: A New Legacy," "Zola" & "The Night House." We also go over, the polls, announce the winners of the 2020 NBP Film Community Awards and more! It's a big episode so sit back, get comfortable, take a listen down below and enjoy!

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Our Immediate Reactions To The 2021 SAG Award Winners Apr 05, 2021

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THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REACTION. Please check out the full reaction on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture

Last night, the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) held their 27th annual awards ceremony where they rewarded the best acting in film and television for 2020. There were some expected wins, some close calls and some genuine shockers. There is a lot to talk about here (especially when it comes to Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress) so let's dive in! Joining me for this instant reactions podcast are Amanda Spears, Josh Parham & Dan Bayer. Tune in below to listen and enjoy!

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"Godzilla vs. Kong" Apr 03, 2021

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For our main podcast review this week, I am joined by Josh Parham, Daniel Howat & guest Kevin Lee. This weekend, we're reviewing the latest film in theaters and HBO Max, "Godzilla vs. Kong" starring Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Demián Bichir and more! What did we think of the film's action? The human characters? The story? The spectacle? And how does it rank with the other films in the franchise? We discuss all of this and more in our latest review. Take a listen down below and enjoy!

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