Yesterday

2026 Emmys Instant Reactions: Is Apple Really the New HBO? What Happened to Netflix?

Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to recap the 2026 Emmys and give their takes on the biggest narratives coming ou)t of the show, including Apple’s big night with 'Widow’s Bay,' its ascent in the prestige TV genre over the past few years, its competition with HBO, Netflix’ ... Show More

37m 34s

Yesterday

How to Run a Specialty Studio in 2026, with Searchlight President

Live from TIFF, Matt is joined by the president of Searchlight Pictures, Matthew Greenfield along with Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to discuss how to run a specialty film division in 2026, what it's like being a part of the Disney machine, how to know if a movie is theatrical, how they ... Show More

48m 41s

Sep 10

‘Resident Evil’ and the Tightrope of Relaunching Old IP

Matt is joined by Oliver Berben, CEO of Constantin Film, to discuss the upcoming ‘Resident Evil’ film, how Zach Cregger got involved, how Constantin gained control of the IP, the international film business, franchise management, Constantin’s involvement in Marvel, and how Europe ... Show More

36m 29s

May 2024

Paramount’s Chris Aronson on the future of movie-going; Trump, according to an ex-’Apprentice’ producer

Kim Masters and Matt Belloni break down the latest NBA news at Warner Bros. Discovery. They also discuss activist investor Nelson Peltz’s decision to sell his entire stake in Disney, and why Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos thinks last summer’s biggest theatrical hits would have fared ... Show More

30m 1s

Oct 2021

Finding an Angle - Just Shoot It 290

Matt & Oren talk new tech, adding your spin onto existing projects that already have a formula, and the director/crew dynamic when it comes to making decisions.  Oren: <a href="http://tenminutemail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tenminuteemai ... Show More

1h 9m

Oct 2021

'Squid Game' and What Constitutes a Hit on TV

Chris and Andy talk about 'In the Heights' and 'No Time to Die' and what successful movies and TV look like in this COVID era (1:00). Then they talk about what the success of 'Squid Game' means for Netflix before getting into the final few episodes (29:02). Hosts: Chris Ryan and ... Show More

57m 9s

Jul 2025

What Makes Something Cinematic? w/Carlyn Hudson - Just Shoot It 483

What does cinematic mean to you? Carlyn Hudson https://www.carlynhudson.com/ joins Matt and Oren fresh off completing her latest short, "Waffle".Is cinematic just a slick look? Is it about lighting? Or is it whatever Midjourney gives you when you ask for a cinematic style? It's a ... Show More

1h 7m

Sep 2017

Pitching Do's and Don’ts: How to Get Your Film Funded

This week’s guests have heard over 10,000 pitches between them and, in this episode, they reveal what works and what doesn't when you're trying to raise money for your films. No Film School’s Liz Nord is joined by Molly O’Brien (Chief Business Development Officer of Fork Films), ... Show More

35m 7s

Jun 2025

Making Creative Decisions w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 481

Matt and Oren dig into the creative choices director's make. And they kick it off by looking at the growing influence of AI on the process. They also tackle casting and why it’s more than just finding the “right” actor. But also, what makes for the right actor in a commercial? Co ... Show More

59m 22s

Oct 2018

The Big Picture: A Ringer Movies Podcast

The Ringer's Editor-in-Chief Sean Fennessey sits down with Hollywood's biggest filmmakers to discuss how they are shaping the industry. Past guests including directors of Moonlight, Hidden Figures, and OJ: Made in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co ... Show More

1m 39s

Sep 2024

When Are You Too Old to Start Filmmaking w/ Matt & Oren - Just Shoot it 439

This week Matt & Oren discuss what's going on in their careers and attempt to answer the internet's most pressing filmmaking questions! Matt's Endorsement: Language LessonsOren's Endorsement: Reddit.com/r/acting Contribute to the <a href="ht ... Show More

45m 9s

May 2023

‘Dune: Part Two’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ Hype, How the Writers Strike Affects Movies, Too-Early Oscar Predictions, and a ‘Guardians Vol. 3’ Hangover

Sean and Amanda dig into the mailbag to answer your questions about upcoming movies, the impact of the writers strike, and more. Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 28m

Feb 2025

Final 2025 Oscar Predictions: Who Will Win and Should Win

Sean and Amanda discuss a bit of news about the 2026 movie slate (1:00), then launch headfirst into their final predictions for the 2025 Oscars’ winners, losers, and everything in between (15:00). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Senior Producer: Bobby Wagner Video Produ ... Show More

1h 37m

The Science of Green-Lighting Movies