Indiewire: Screen Talk
IndieWire: Screen Talk
Each week on Screen Talk, IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the indie film world and beyond -- from film festivals to new releases and the future of the business.
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
"Why Is This Movie Opening That Festival?" (Episode 109) 05.08.2016 37:12
Kohn and Thompson discuss the major selections for several upcoming fall festivals and examine what those placements mean for their awards and commercial prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Supporting Acting Predictions and TCA Roundup" (Emmys Edition Episode 7) 03.08.2016 25:24
The Screen Talk Emmys predictions continue! Anne Thompson and Michael Schneider debate the leaders in the Supporting Acting categories. Is Tony Hale a lock to repeat for "Veep?" Will a resurrected Jon Snow lead to different "Game of Thrones" winners on Emmys night? Will Kate McKinnon's breakout summer end up in a spoiler run? Plus, an update from the TCA Summer Press Tour: "The Get Down," "The Nig...
Fall Movie Analysis and Michael Moore's Film Festival (Episode 108) 29.07.2016 27:56
Thompson reports from Michael Moore's film festival in Travers City before the duo delve into the Toronto International Film Festival lineup as Oscar season starts to come into focus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Predictions, Round 1: Key & Peele (& John & Ninja)"(Emmys Edition Episode 6) 27.07.2016 12:16
It's Week 1 of Screen Talk Emmys predictions! Anne Thompson and Michael Schneider debate the leaders in the Variety Sketch, Variety Talk and Reality Competition categories. Will long-time fave "The Amazing Race" or a surprise newcomer beat last year’s "The Voice?" Will John Oliver run away as the only "Daily Show" grad in the race? Will "Key & Peele" be the favorites with their last chance to win?...
"Trekking Towards Comic-Con 2016" (Episode 107) 22.07.2016 35:16
This week, Kate Erbland joins Anne Thompson for a look back at the past month in movies. Did a single-star beach horror movie signal a return to mid-budget hits? Can a "Star Trek" movie find something new to offer? How does Mike Birbiglia's latest, "Don't Think Twice" stack up against its blockbuster competition? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Recapping the Nominations: Surprises, Lags and Network Power Shifts" (Emmys Edition Episode 5) 20.07.2016 24:26
Now that we've sifted through the Emmy nominations, Anne and Michael discuss the biggest surprises, head-scratching inclusions and the stars that were recognized a year too late. As streaming services continue to claim their share of the overall nods, where does this leave the broadcast networks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Why 'OJ: Made In America' Is An Early Oscar Frontrunner" (Episode 106) 15.07.2016 35:29
Kohn and Thompson discuss the five-part "O.J.: Made In America" documentary and whether it could actually win an Oscar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Why Every Film Lover Should Know Abbas Kiarostami" (Episode 105) 08.07.2016 31:56
Kohn is joined by critic David Ehrlich to discuss the late filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami. Plus: Why Spielberg's "The BFG" flopped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"We Breakdown The Academy's New Diversity Push" (Episode 104) 01.07.2016 33:45
Kohn and Thompson discuss the 683 new members to the Academy and what it means for the future of the institution. Plus: Why "Neon Demon" flopped, "Swiss Army Man" soared, and "Tarzan" kind of sucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Surveying the Late Night Landscape for Talk Show Nominees" (Emmys Edition Episode 4) 30.06.2016 19:03
Established favorites are returning to the Emmy fold, but which newcomers have the best chance of breaking through to the final six? Also, some thoughts on a recent showrunner gun summit and how TV deals with that particular type of violence on screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Amazon Studios: So Far So Good, But Plenty of Questions" (Episode 103) 24.06.2016 34:01
Kohn and Thompson discuss two new releases from Amazon Studios — "Neon Demon" and "Wiener-Dog" — in addition to several other new releases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Here Are the Comedy Contenders at the Emmys" (Emmys Edition Episode 3) 22.06.2016 23:19
Anne Thompson and Michael Scheider discuss the contenders for Outstanding Comedy Series in the Emmy race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"How 'Finding Dory' Recaptures the Pixar Touch" (Episode 102) 17.06.2016 28:44
Kohn and Thompson debate the new Pixar film in addition to recent panel discussions on film distribution and criticism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Is TV More Diverse Than Film?" (Emmys Edition #2) 15.06.2016 28:26
Kohn joins Thompson and Schneider for the latest look at current Emmy frontrunners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"The Best Movies of 2016 So Far" (Episode 101) 10.06.2016 30:45
Kohn and Thompson debate the best films released so far this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Screen Talk Emmys Edition: How Do They Differ From the Oscar Race? (Episode 1) 09.06.2016 19:05
For the first Emmys edition of Screen Talk, Anne Thompson and Michael Schneider discuss how the Emmys race differs from the Oscar race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Why We Still Love to Argue About Movies" (Episode 100!) 03.06.2016 28:45
Screen Talk turns 100 with an introduction from a very special listener as Kohn and Thompson explain why they love arguing about the movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Our Lessons From Cannes 2016" 27.05.2016 34:45
Kohn and Thompson debate the highs and lows of the 2016 Cannes Film Festival and the impact it will have on the rest of the year in moviegoing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Live From Cannes 2016!" (Episode 98) 19.05.2016 35:08
Kohn and Thompson record this week's episode in front of a live audience at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Cannes 2016: All the Gossip That's Fit to Share" 13.05.2016 27:44
Kohn and Thompson discuss their experiences during the first few days of the Cannes Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"The Missing Link Between 'Captain America' & Cannes" (Episode 96) 06.05.2016 32:21
Kohn and Thompson debate the success of "Captain America: Civil War" and look ahead to the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Why We're Optimistic About Movie Theaters" (Episode 95) 29.04.2016 30:26
Kohn and Thompson discuss new releases, the indie box office, DreamWorks' sale and why movie theaters are surviving so many changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Oscar Season 2017 Has Started" (Episode 94) 22.04.2016 37:00
Kohn and Thompson take a (very early) stab at 2017 Oscar predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Cannes, CinemaCon, and the Future of the Movies" (Episode 93) 15.04.2016 30:08
Kohn and Thompson review some of the big film news from CinemaCon and the newly announced Cannes Film Festival lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Do Movies Have a Future Beyond Blockbusters?" (Episode 92) 08.04.2016 31:20
Kohn and Thompson on Warner Bros. new focus on tentpole movies and what it means for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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