Matt is joined by Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, to discuss all things Netflix, including the ‘Emilia Perez’ scandal, vetting talent, their IMAX deal with Greta Gerwig’s upcoming 'Narnia' movie, struggling to make franchise IP, and why Netflix is misunderstood (03:12). Matt finishes the show with a ratings prediction for the 'SNL50' anniversa ... Show More
Yesterday
Sundance ’26 Bidding Wars and ‘Melania’ Box Office Prospects
Live from the last Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Matt is joined by John Sloss, founder and CEO of Cinetic Media, to discuss how the Sundance experience has changed over the past 40 years, how the market has changed in just the past three years, who the hungriest buyers are ... Show More
32m 27s
Jan 21
The Last Sundance (in Park City) and Why Boulder?
Matt is joined by Eugene Hernandez, director of the Sundance Film Festival, to discuss the last year in Park City, the decision to leave Utah, and what we can expect in Boulder, Colorado. Later, they share some of their favorite stories from their time at the festival over the ye ... Show More
32m 27s
May 2017
IFW 5.18.17: A Game-Changing Law for Freelancers & Are Indies Rising From the Blockbuster's Ashes?
In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Charles Haine wonder if the massive decline predicted for summer box office returns is a hidden boon for indie filmmakers. We also discuss the new rules that might affect every freelancer, new ... Show More
37m 17s
Nov 2023
#51 | Battle of the Streaming Services & the Tay-Trav Kiss Heard Around the World
Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they’re breaking down every streaming platform: Netflix, Prime, Peacock, Apple TV plus, Paramount, and Disney — and deciding w ... Show More
1h 41m
Sep 2025
ABC Suspends Jimmy Kimmel, Why You Should Check Out Netflix’s ‘Black Rabbit’, and ‘Alien: Earth’ Episode 7
Chris and Andy talk about ABC’s decision to indefinitely suspend Jimmy Kimmel and what it means for the media space (1:18). Then, they take a moment to remember Robert Redford and his outsized impact on film in the wake of his passing (11:58). Later, they break down the penultima ... Show More
1h 18m
Jun 2022
Jeff Goldblum, Jurassic World: Dominion, Swan Song, All My Friends Hate Me, Reel Britannia
Simon speaks to screen legend, and fan of the show Jeff Goldblum about reprising his role as Dr. Ian Malcom in Jurassic World Dominion. Mark reviews new Jennifer Coolidge film ‘Swan Song,’ British comedy horror ‘All My Friends Hate Me,’ ‘Jurassic World Dominion,’ and new Britbox ... Show More
1h 16m
Feb 2025
The 10 Best Movies at Sundance, and the Astonishing ‘Nickel Boys’
Sean and Amanda discuss the evolving story of Karla Sofía Gascón’s old tweets (1:00) and what it might portend for the ‘Emilia Pérez’ Oscar hopes. Then, they discuss an underwhelming Sundance 2025 (12:00) before diving deep into one of the best movies of 2024, ‘Nickel Boys’ (44:0 ... Show More
1h 42m
Jun 2024
How to make a Anthony Hopkins starring historical indie feature with producer Meg Thomson & Director Matt Brown
On today's show, host Giles Alderson welcomes not one but two amazing guests: producer Meg Thomson and director Matt Brown. They're here to talk all about their latest indie feature film Freud's Last Session, starring Anthony Hopkins, Matthew Goode, and many other great actors. G ... Show More
1h 9m