IndieWire: Screen Talk

IndieWire awards editor Marcus Jones joins Anne and Ryan to break down the 2026 Emmy Nominations. Is "The Pitt" going to be as dominant in Season 2? Can anyone beat "Hacks" in its final season? And why is "Industry" always shut out? (16:50) They also share their awed reactions to seeing Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" in IMAX 70mm, as well as reviews for upcoming indies "Late Fame" and "Gail Dau...

This week, Anne and Ryan react to the industry shaking news of NBC Spitting off of Comcast. They also check in on the box office, and look ahead to awards season. Will the box office darling 'Obsession' make the awards race? Who has a chance for a double Oscar this year? And more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a week of much news and many releases. IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio unpack the drama around Luca Guadagnino's upcoming Sam Altman biopic "Artificial." They also share their thoughts on the buzzy new trailer for Jesse Eisenberg's second directorial effort: "The Debut" starring Juliane Moore and Paul Giamatti, as well as the news of Google's partnership with A24. Fina...

IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio react to the critical and commercial reception to Steven Spielberg's latest alien blockbuster, then share their thoughts on "Disclosure Day" as well as upcoming releases "Toy Story 5" and "The Death of Robin Hood." But first, Ryan debriefs his first time attending the famed Provincetown Film Festival. Read more box office analysis on "Disclosure D...

Anne and Ryan are joined by investigative journalist Ronan Farrow, live on stage at the Tribeca Festival in New York. Farrow discusses the making of both docu-series he has in the festival, "The Palladino Files” and "Not A Very Good Murderer," both of which he produced and appeared in. He also shares some sobering and well researched takes on the state of journalism, AI, and the arts. Watch this C...

IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio are joined today by producing partners Jason Blum and James Wan, who break down the recent box office success of indie horror films and give advice on how to carry this momentum forward. Before that, Anne and Ryan share their thoughts on Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," preview the Tribeca Festival, and parse Scorsese's bizarre support of AI. Read more abo...

Anne and Ryan return from Cannes to check in on two horror flicks making waves at the box office, the record breaking "Obsession" from Focus and the A24's new "Backrooms," and discuss why these films are engaging audiences. Then they take a last look at Cannes, reflecting on the prize winners and predicting their awards chances this fall. Read more about "Obsession"'s box office dominance: https:/...

Anne and Ryan sat down in front of a live audience at the American Pavilion in Cannes to discuss the films they've seen at the festival, which have been selling, and which have potential to be commercial hits or players in this awards season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio are live from their condo in Cannes, talking about what movies are catching buzz, and the hot topics at the festival this year from AI to political films. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anne and Ryan are joined this week by the co-directors of the new documentary "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man." Apatow and Bonfiglio share their personal histories with Brooks and his films, and reveal the challenges of explaining comedic genius on film. But first our hosts share their most anticipated summer movies, and wade into the controversy surrounding the new fetish focused "Blue Film." Re...

This week: a flurry of reviews. Hosts Ann Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio review “Michael,” a musical biopic that shies away from controversy (8:10) and “Mother Mary,” a movie about a made up musician that nails the musical performances and not much else. (13:00) They also react to “The Devil Wears Prada 2” and explain why it feels a bit too real for those of us in the entertainment press. (17:43) Fin...

Ryan is joined this week by a trio of fabulous guests. First we have IndieWire's senior business reporter Brian Welk to break down the news out of CinemaCon. Then IndieWire's resident horror movie maven Alison Foreman dishes on "Lee Cronin's The Mummy" and the current state of theatrical horror. Finally, John Early sits down with us to discuss his upcoming film "Maddie's Secret" which he produced...

Renowned playwright, screenwriter, and actor Jeremy O. Harris joins Anne and Ryan live at Lincoln Center in New York City. Harris discusses his newest film "Erupcja" which he produced and stars in alongside Charli XCX. He also breaks down how the instant success of "Slave Play" impacted his artistic development, and teases what he's working on next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

Actor Christopher Abbott, seen last year in The Testament of Ann Lee and Wolf Man, sat down with IndieWire's Ryan Lattanzio to reflect on his career and preview his upcoming role in Death of a Salesman on Broadway. (18:47) Abbott shares his perspective as an actor on the indie film business, and what he learned from bigger studio projects like Kraven the Hunter. But first, IndieWire's chief film c...

IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio dive into a busy week for films and film news. They break down what the box office success of "Project Hail Mary" means for star Ryan Gosling and the state of movie going, before taking a broad look at the disturbing success story of outgoing Warner Bros. CEO and current Hollywood pariah David Zazlav. Finally they look at several upcoming films in...

We made it to the grand finale of the awards season! Listen to Anne and Ryan share their thoughts on the big races, how the show went over live inside the Dolby Theater, and what projects the winners have coming up next. Then they peek ahead at the Cannes film festival and discuss its effect on the Oscars, and also look to the upcoming "Dune: Part 3" and its place in Chalamet's career following hi...

IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their enjoyment of the new space adventure "Project Hail Mary," and discuss the influence of directors Lorde and Miller. Then they walk us all through the Oscar Shorts categories and what's going on with Universal's theatrical windowing, before wrapping up with a look at this year's SXSW. 0:00 - Intro 1:22 - "Project Hail Mary" Review 8:57 -...

On this episode of Screen Talk, Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride!, break down their 2026 Oscar predictions, and dig into one of the most unpredictable races in years, including whether Sinners has the momentum to upset One Battle After Another for Best Picture, where Michael B. Jordan and Timothée Chalamet stand in Best Actor, and how the Academy’s new voting r...

Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio  react to the sudden turn of events in the Warner Bros. sale, and unpack the entertainment and political ramifications. Then they discuss a controversy filled week in film, from the BAFTAs to Berlin, reflecting on how the BAFTA’s incident as well as the upcoming Actor Awards will impact the Oscar race. Finally they each recommend a new release to check out. Learn m...

Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down the underwhelming Film Independent Spirit Awards and what their winners actually mean for the Oscars. They also dive into political controversy at the Berlin Film Festival, revisit a star-studded Oscar screenwriters panel, and analyze the risky acquisition of a buzzed-about Sundance favorite. Plus, early reactions to new releases and what’s worth watchin...

IndieWire Editor Anne Thompson is at the Santa Barbara Film Festival, and tells us what's happening in the rooms and how the festival is impacting the Oscar race. Anne and co-host Ryan Lattanzio also review the disappointing "Wuthering Heights" as well as new releases "Crime 101" and Sam Rami's "Send Help." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their initial reactions to Emerald Fennel's new adaptation of "Wuthering Heights" and parse the fine line between social media reactions and reviews. Then Anne shares memories from 40 years of covering Sundance and her final farewell to Park City, before both hosts share their 5 Favorite Films from the festival. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

IndieWire editors Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio share their picks for the best of Sundance, from disturbing horror to complex dramas. Then they break down the developing story around the Safdie Brothers' breakup, and how the news impacts the race as they recap the BAFTA nominations. Finally special guest Roger Durling joins the podcast to give us the scoop on the upcoming Santa Barbara Internat...

The Oscar nominations are in, and the race for the win begins. IndieWire Editor Anne Thompson and Awards Editor Marcus Jones put the nominees in context and predict their winner in each category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of Screen Talk, IndieWire’s Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down Nia DaCosta’s 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, diving into its brutal thrills, Alex Garland’s script, and why it stands out in the franchise. They also unpack Golden Globes fallout, the shifting Oscar race, campaign fatigue, and the latest awards-season surprises. Plus, a forward look at Sundance as the...