It's the Pictures

In this episode of the It's the Pictures podcast, Max Covill is joined by guest Amelia Emberwing to delve into the collaborations between director Yorgos Lanthimos and actress Emma Stone. Before that they discuss The Mummy 4 news, Chloe Zhao and Manga adaptations, and a new Miss Piggy movie.  They explore the films, including 'The Favourite' and 'Poor Things', discussing themes, performances, and...

Max and Evan are joined by Journalist and BOFCA member, Andrew Crump. First, they discuss Jane Schoenbrun's new adaptation of Black Hole and Stranger Things. Then, Keanu Reeves movies, minus John Wick and The Matrix. Stay tuned after the credits for What You've Been Watching, as the guys discuss HIM, John Woo movies, and Little Amelie.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 03:58 Disc...

Max and Evan discuss the filmography of John Candy in honor of the new documentary, I Like Me, now airing on Amazon Prime Video. First, they discuss the late Diane Keaton and the mark she left on cinema. Then, they talk about new movies in the Ocean's 11 franchise, a Sigourney Weaver Alien return, and a national rollout of Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair. Stay tuned after the credits for What Y...

Max and Evan discuss the filmography of Paul Thomas Anderson. Before they go from Hard Eight to One Battle After Another, they talk about the latest in film and television. Jimmy Kimmel is back on air, a new Spaceballs 2 photo emerges, and The Social Network is getting a sequel.  Hard Eight (1996) Boogie Nights (1997) Magnolia (1999)  Punch-Drunk Love (2002) There Will Be Blood (2007) The Master (...

Max shares his thoughts on some of the other movies he saw during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2025). Before that the news of Robert Redford's passing, raves for Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another, Jimmy Kimmel put "on hold," and the TIFF's People's Choice Winner. Stay tuned afterwards for the additional coverage out of the Venice Film Festival. Movies covered include...

Max shares reviews from the Toronto International Film Festival 2025. Included in this episode: Sentimental Value It Was Just an Accident A Private Life The Last Viking Nirvanna, The Band, The Show, The Movie No Other Choice The Choral Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd.  Like the sho...

Max shares some news ahead of TIFF 2025. Listen to some of the first reviews out of Telluride and Venice.  Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd.  Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher, Spotify, and Letterboxd.  Opening: "The Fire" by Dan_Mantau (c) 2022 -...

Max and Evan discuss the Fall Movie season, mentioning some of their most anticipated films for the rest of 2025. A lot of emphasis is on films playing at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and the Venice Film Festival. Stay tuned afterward for thoughts on Weapons and The Luckiest Man in America.  Max It Was Just An Accident  No Other Choice Frankenstein Sentimental Value Hamnet The Wi...

Max and Evan are joined by guest Toussaint Egan to discuss the post-2000s output from the director Hayao Miyazaki. Before they dive into movies like Spirited Away, The Boy and the Heron, and Howl's Moving Castle, they discuss some of the latest film news. Then comes the finale of the Summer Box Office game. Stay tuned afterward for thoughts on the new movies like The Naked Gun and a lot more.  Che...

Max and Evan discuss the early Adam Sandler comedies. Before they dive into movies like Happy Gilmore, Billy Madison, and The Wedding Singer, they discuss some of the latest film news. First, some thoughts on the Emmy nominations. Then, talking about some films added to TIFF 2025, the 50th festival. Finally, an update on the box office game as the last movie, Fantastic Four: First Steps, heads to...

Max and Evan discuss the Christopher Reeve Superman movies. Before they dive into Superman, Superman II, and Superman III, they discuss some of the latest film news. First, an acknowledgement of the NYT top 100 of the 21st century poll. Then, a director has been hired for James Bond and an update on the Summer Box Office Game. Stay tuned afterward for a review of Jurassic World Rebirth and more. ...

Max does a solo episode as he talks about the latest news in the film industry, the summer box office game, and reviews some recent theater releases in 28 Years Later and The Life of Chuck. Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd.  Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available...

Film Critic Odie Henderson joins Max and Evan to discuss the 50th anniversary of JAWS. The landmark film continues to excite filmgoers even all these years later. The episode also includes discussions on Mission: Impossible, Sinners, and reviews of Pee-Wee as Himself and Ballerina.  Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on B...

Max and Evan discuss the John Wick series of films on this week's episode. Using the recently released documentary "Wick is Pain" and the upcoming spin-off "Ballerina" as a jumping-off point, the guys share some of their favorite parts of the John Wick series. Before the feature, they talk about the winners of the Cannes Film Festival, some embargo controversy and more. Stay tuned afterwards for t...

Max and Evan are joined by horror afectionado and journalist Deirdre Crimmins to discuss tropes in Horror / Sci-fi. Before starting the episode, there's some brief discussion on GTA VI and some upcoming movies from James Grey and Jane Schoenbrun. Then the conversation turns to the featured topic with a discussion of some of the more common tropes in Sci-Fi / Horror. Finally, stay turned afterwards...

Max and Evan talk about the Baseball movie. There's a baseball movie for whatever mood you might be in. Max and Evan talk about some recent ones they've been enjoying including Eephus. Also deeper dives into A League of Their Own and Bull Durham. Stay tuned afterwards for some thoughts on the new Ryan Coogler movie, Sinners.  Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com...

Max and Evan make their selections for the summer movie game 2025. Come listen to their picks for the movies likely to earn the most box office dollars domestically in the summer, as well as getting a preview of what you might want to see. There's also a discussion on the Cannes Film Festival selections, Stunt Category at the Oscars, Minecraft Chicken Jockey, a whole lot more. Stay tuned after the...

Max and Evan discuss director Hayao Miyazaki's early period from Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind to Princess Mononoke. They also discuss the Avengers: Doomsday chairs, Live-action Legend of Zelda, Studio Ghibli vs A.I. and a whole lot more.  Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and Letterboxd.  Lik...

Max and Evan discuss director Michael Mann's filmography. They cover some of his great movies up to Collateral. Stay tuned afterwards for What We've Been Watching for some thoughts on Secret Mall Apartment, Novacaine, and Severance Season 2.  Movies covered: Thief, The Last of Mohicans, Heat, The Insider, Collateral "Don't let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing to walk out on in...

Max and Evan discuss the results of the 2025 Oscars ceremony and look at director Bong Joon-ho's movies ahead of the release of Mickey 17. Lots of stuff to cover this episode including some actors who've recently passed away, a new book titled 'Cinema Her Way', the Oscars, and more.  Stay tuned afterwards for What We've Been Watching for some thoughts on September 5th and Hoosiers.  Website: https...

Max and Evan discuss the films of director Joan Micklin Silver. Featurued in a new section on the Criterion Channel that highlights her films, Silver was one of the few woman directors making features in the 70s and 80s. Before that conversation beings, Max and Evan talk about the latest trends in the award season.  Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on The Gorge, SNL50, and Demolition Man.  We...

Max and guest Matthew Jackson discuss the films of David Lynch.  First, they discuss some of the Oscar nominations and drama. Then, they talk about the piracy happening with Sundance. Finally, they talk about their experiences with David Lynch, some favorite films, and where to get started with your watch.  Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episod...

Max and Evan discuss their most anticiapted movies of 2025.  First, they discuss the passing of director David Lynch and the horrible L.A. wildfires. Then they jump into some of their anticipated films of 2025 including Superman, Wake Up Dead Man, Mickey 17, The Running Man, and more.  Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on Better Man and Severence.  Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ i...

Max and Evan discuss their favorite movies of 2024. First, they discuss the holiday box office with Mufasa and Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Then, they talk about the Boston Online Film Critics Association results including a big win for The Brutalist. Finally, they share some of their favorites of the year and when you'll be able to watch them.  Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on A Real Pain and A...

Max and Evan discuss Nicole Kidman's career as one of cinema's great actresses. Before jumping in, they talk about the latest award and how Anora seems to be leading the pack. Finally, they talk about some movies they've watched lately, like Wicked, Moana 2, Flow, and Strange Darling. This is the last episode before the holiday break, so I wish you and yours happy holidays.  Website: https://itsth...