Academy Watch

TRIANGLE OF SADNESS is the story of a bunch of wealthy or privileged people on a luxury cruise ship, with a drunken, socialist captain. When a storm hits, this group goes from riches to rags and are ill-equipped for the challenge ahead of them. With 3 Oscar nominations, how many can it win!?In this mini episode, host Bo Nicholson examines its chances in each nominated category. Host / EditorBo Nic...

TAR is the fictional story of Lydia Tar, an EGOT recipient and world-famous conductor and composer. Her desire to be in control extends beyond just controlling orchestras and seeps into her relationships, where her ego spirals out of control. With 6 Oscar nominations, how many can it win!?In this mini episode, host Bo Nicholson examines its chances in each nominated category. Host / EditorBo Nicho...

WOMEN TALKING is a blistering indictment of the patriarchy and organised religion, with a systemically abused community of women negotiating the best way to address a terrible wrong that has been forced upon them. Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Dani Vilu dissect the film to find out why it is truly one of the best films of the year. Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:htt...

TOP GUN: MAVERICK is the action blockbuster of the year, pleasing audiences, critics and awards bodies alike! With 6 Oscar nominations, how many can it win!?In this mini episode, host Bo Nicholson examines its chances in each nominated category. Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We...

THE FABELMANS is up for 7 Oscars this year, which has prompted us to think of our favourite Steven Spielberg movies! On this bonus episode, Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Andy Williams reveal their Top 5 Spielberg flicks, as a special gift between episodes for the listeners! Enjoy! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestAndy Williams (@andyw...

THE FABELMANS is directed by Steven Spielberg and is the semi-autobiographical tale of his early years of loving films, becoming a filmmaker and enduring hardships in his family life. With 7 Oscar Nominations, what are its chances of securing some wins, or will it go home empty-handed? Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestAndy Williams...

GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO is a surprisingly welcome update of the classic story, which has been nominated for Best Animated Feature. Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Dani Vilu dissect the film to find out why it is truly one of the best films of the yearHost / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestDani Vilu (@KinoJoan)Check out her other show:K...

AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER is the sequel to Avatar (2009), both Directed by James Cameron. With 4 Oscar Nominations, Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Ian Buckley give out their personal awards to the film and assess its chances at the Oscars, while delving into its themes in the spoiler section. Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestIan Buckley...

THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN is a wonderful tragi-comedy centred on the friendship, or lackthereof, between Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, which has been nominated for 9 Oscars. On this bonus episode, Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Dani Vilu dissect the film to find out why it is truly one of the best films of the yearHost / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee...

ELVIS is a biopic on the King of Rock, charting his meteoric rise to stardom and the tragedy of his later years under the sinister influence of Tom Parker. On this bonus episode, Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Andy Williams reveal their Top 5 Elvis Songs, as a special gift between episodes for the listeners! Enjoy! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoN...

ELVIS is a biopic on the King of Rock, charting his meteoric rise to stardom and the tragedy of his later years under the sinister influence of Tom Parker. With 8 Oscar Nominations, Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Andy Williams give out their personal awards to the film and assess its chances at the Oscars, while delving into its themes in the spoiler section. Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Li...

EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE is not only one of the films of the year, but also a unique look into the future of filmmaking, should anyone be so bold to follow in its footsteps. With 11 Oscar Nominations, Host Bo Nicholson and Guest Ian Buckley give out their personal awards to the film and assess its chances at the Oscars, while delving into its themes in the spoiler section. Host / EditorBo...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson to go over the Oscar Nominations as they've just dropped! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @wmt_network & @academy_watchwemadethisnetwork.comTitle music:...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson, who foolishly makes a few WAY TOO EARLY predictions for the upcoming OscarsHost / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @wmt_network & @academy_watchwemadethisnetwor...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson to discuss the CHAOS of the 94th Academy Awards. Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @wmt_network & @academy_watchwemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: Lieutenan...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson and guest Ian Buckley as they predict the Feature Film categories of the Oscars for this weekend, as well as ranking the Best Picture nominees in order of personal preference. Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestIan Buckley Check out Ian's other shows:We Are Starfleet (https://pod.link/1519281725)Th...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson in analysing the Oscar chances of DRIVE MY CAR! It looks a shoe-in for Best International Feature, but can it win anything else? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wema...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson in analysing the Oscar chances of NIGHTMARE ALLEY! It was a surprise Best Picture nominee, but which category is it a red-hot chance in? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon....

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson in analysing the Oscar chances of WEST SIDE STORY! We're pretty sure Ariana has it in the bag, but can it win anything else? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonExecutive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadeth...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson and guest Ian Buckley to take a deep dive into CODA! It's won the SAG ensemble. It's won the PGA. Can it win Best Picture? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestIan Buckley Check out Ian's other shows:We Are Starfleet (https://pod.link/1519281725)The Way (https://pod.link/160251...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson and guest Sean Wilson to take a deep dive into BELFAST! Is the early-season frontrunner starting to lose steam? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:https://linktr.ee/BoNicholsonGuestSean Wilson (@seano22)Pre-order his book 'The Sound of Cinema' now (https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-sound-of-cinema/)Execu...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson and guest Andy Williams to take a deep dive into KING RICHARD! Is it any good? Can Will Smith finally get his Oscar? Listen on to find out! + The Top 5 Will Smith movies! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:Pretty Fly (https://pod.link/1522212632)MovieVersaries (https://pod.link/1583380230)GuestAndy Williams (@andywilliams250)Frame...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson and guest Andy Williams to take a deep dive into LICORICE PIZZA! Can we see past the problematic subject matter? How will it go at the Oscars? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:Pretty Fly (https://pod.link/1522212632)MovieVersaries (https://pod.link/1583380230)GuestAndy Williams (@andywilliams250)Frame to Fr...

Join Academy Watch Host Bo Nicholson and guest Andy Williams to take a deep dive into DUNE! Does this latest adaptation live up to the hype? How will it go at the Oscars? Listen on to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:Pretty Fly (https://pod.link/1522212632)MovieVersaries (https://pod.link/1583380230)GuestAndy Williams (@andywilliams250)Frame to Frame (@fra...

The Oscar Nominations have dropped and Host Bo Nicholson is EXCITED! What do the nominations mean? Tune in to find out! Host / EditorBo Nicholson (@Bo_Pioneer)Listen to his other shows:Pretty Fly (https://pod.link/1522212632)MovieVersaries (https://pod.link/1583380230)Executive ProducerTony Black (@ajblackwriter)Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made...