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This week, Jesse is joined by Jake Tropila to discuss two of the most talked-about 4th of July releases; The Tomorrow War and No Sudden Move. Hear what they think about Chris Pratt as an action star, the influence of video games on movie storytelling, and the always fascinating career of Steven Soderbergh.

This week, we're revving our engines and hitting the road to celebrate 20 years of Fast & Furious movies. Emily Wheeler and Kristy Strouse join Jesse to break down what's made the popular racing series so endearing for two decades. The three discuss the franchise's growth from B-movie programmers to global blockbusters by looking back at all the previous installments. Then, they cl...

This week, host Jesse Nussman and guest Josh Martin discuss In the Heights as well as look back at the history of movie musicals. What are the best ones? How has the genre changed and evolved over the years? How does Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway show turned motion picture carry on the tradition from the greats of cinema's past?

This week, Jesse Nussman and guest Mark Marousis discuss The Conjuring franchise, what makes a great horror movie, and how the latest entry in the successful series stacks up to its predecessors.

This week, movies are back! Jesse Nussman and Hunter Heilman discuss the two big Memorial Day Weekend releases; A Quiet Place Part II and Cruella. The two discuss whether Disney's prequel about the 101 Dalmations villain can really be described as "punk," what makes a good needle drop, and how John Krasinski has evolved as a genre filmmaker.

This week, host Jesse Nussman is joined by Inside the Film Room's Johnny Sobczak to discuss Zack Snyder's zombie heist movie Army of the Dead. The two also touch on the potential impacts of WarnerMedia's merger with Discovery, Amazon's potential purchasing of MGM, and honor the career of Charles Grodin.

This week, host Jesse Nussman is joined by Emily Wheeler to discuss two recent movie releases. First, the two attempt to make sense of The Woman in the Window, the long-delayed thriller starring Amy Adams and directed by Joe Wright. Were the months of bad buzz surrounding the project justified? Then, Emily and Jesse talk Those Who Wish Me Dead, the new summer action-flick starring Angelina Jolie a...

On Monday, NBC decided not to air the Golden Globes in 2022 after months of criticism toward The Hollywood Foreign Press Association on matters ranging from a lack of diversity to questionable financial practices. As various celebrities, publicists, and production houses come out against the organization, and it begs the question; are The Globes finished? Host Jesse Nussman and guest Hunter Heilma...

This week, host Jesse Nussman and Film Inquiry Editor-in-Chief Kristy Strouse discuss the possible return to movie theaters. But are we really going back? Will other theater chains face the same fate as the ArcLight? Do people even want to go back or have them become adjusted to watching movies at home? And, what summer titles could bring audiences back to the cinema?   *An error was made during r...

We finally made it! This week, Jesse Nussman and guest Hunter Heilman break down the 2021 Academy Awards after months and months of campaigning and predicting. The two break down the night's big winners, how the telecast adapted to the pandemic, Anthony Hopkins' surprise Best Actor win, Frances McDormand's howl, and much more.

As the 2021 Academy Awards approaches, Jesse Nussman and Hunter Heilman decide to give out their own awards to the performances and movies that aren't receiving the same level of recognition.

This week, Jesse is joined by Film Inquiry writer Lee Jutton to discuss Godzilla vs. Kong. But, the two aren't just talking about the movie. No, this is a deep dive look at two of the most iconic movie monsters of all time. So, what is it about King Kong and Godzilla that's made them such long-lasting figures in popular culture? Listen as Lee and Jesse explore the history of these characte...

This week, Jesse and guest Josh Martin dive into the filmography of acclaimed filmmaker Wong Kar-wai. With many of the director's most iconic work now remastered through the World of Wong Kar-Wai, and available in a new Criterion Collection box set, there's never been a more perfect time to revisit his films or experience them for the first time.  

This week, you've heard of it, but what is the Snyder Cut? Jesse and guest Hunter Heilman give their thoughts on the long-rumored 4-hour cut of Justice League, how it compares to the 2017 theatrical release, their thoughts on director Zack Snyder's wider career, and what the campaign to release this version of the film says about online fan discourse.

This week, Jesse and guest Hunter Heilman break down the nominations for the 2021 Academy Awards. Who got snubbed? What surprises were there? And what does this collection of movies say about the state of the industry and the last year of cinema?

This week, Film Inquiry Editor in Chief Kristy Strouse returns to discuss the ending of WandaVision, the conversation around the show, and their favorite moments from the series at large. Then, she and Jesse break down Eddie Murphy's career, detailing their favorite films featuring the comedy star and what makes him such a unique performer, in honor of the release of Coming 2 America.

This week, Jesse is joined by Hunter Heilman to discuss the 2021 Golden Globe Awards, including a breakdown of who won, what it means for the award season ahead, and why the Hollywood Foreign Press Association is finding itself in such hot water this year.

This week, host Jesse Nussman is joined by critic Hunter Heilman to discuss the absurdist fun of Barb & Star Go To Vista Del Mar, why Minari is one of the best films of 2020, and what Martin Scorsese has to say about "content" and the way we discover films through streaming services.

Another year, another Sundance! However, this year due to COVID-19, the Sundance Film Festival looked a lot different, taking place entirely online. Jesse Nussman is joined by Film Inquiry Editor in Chief Kristy Strouse to talk about how film festivals are adapting to pandemic restrictions, the pros and cons of festival culture online, and what titles most excited them from this year's Sundanc...

The Awards race has begun! So on this week of The Latest, host Jesse Nussman is joined by Hunter Heilman to discuss the good, the bad, and the "Are they serious?" of the Golden Globes and SAG nominations. Then the two discuss the recently released Malcolm & Marie, starring Zendaya and John David Washington.

It's the little things that are important. That's why, this week, host Jesse Nussman is not just giving his thoughts on the new crime thriller The Little Things but bringing guest Mark Marousis to help break down the career of its star; Denzel Washington. The two discuss their favorite performances from the Oscar-winning actor, The Little Things' long journey from script to screen, and...

This week, Film Inquiry Editor in Chief Kristy Strouse joins to discuss WandaVision , the first series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to debut on Disney+. She and Jesse discuss the show's relationship to classic TV sitcoms from decades past, where it could go in the coming weeks, and how the MCU will continue to evolve in the coming years.

This week, Film Inquiry writer Emily Wheeler joins the show to discuss One Night in Miami, along with its relationship to another stage to screen adaptation released last month; Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Hear how both films choose to explore the Black experience in America and how they might factor into the upcoming awards race. Then Film Inquiry writer Andrew Young joins to offer a preview of...

2020 is finally behind us and that means looking forward to a, hopefully, abundant crop of movies coming out in 2021. Will all of them be released? Who's to say? But, host Jesse Nussman and guests Josh Martin, Hunter Heilman, and Jordan Snyder break down their most eagerly anticipated movies of the year, from blockbusters to auteur projects, horror flicks, and movie-star vehicles.

This week, Jesse plays catch up on recent releases with guests Josh Martin and Hunter Heilman. First, Jesse and Josh discuss News of the World, why it's so hard for filmmakers to make a stand-out western, and Tom Hanks' screen persona as he ages. Then Jesse and Hunter break down the #MeToo thriller Promising Young Woman, starring Carey Mulligan.