Stories in Motion

Olivia Wilde turns a cozy dinner between two couples into a sharp, hilarious, and brutally honest relationship meltdown with swingers, secrets, and zero chill.

We break down Gregg Araki’s wild, campy, X-rated comedy, from Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman’s electric chemistry to its hilarious takedown of art, desire, and bad decisions.

We dive into Charli XCX’s meta mockumentary  The Moment , a brat-green psychological thriller about fame, cringe, creative freedom, and what happens when pop stardom turns into a nightmare. 

We unpack Beth de Araújo’s devastating Sundance standout  Josephine , a horror film about real-world monsters, childhood trauma, and the kind of dread that stays with you long after the credits roll.

The 2026 Oscar nominations dropped and everything exploded. “Sinners” breaks records, “One Battle After Another” ignites debate, shocking snubs land, surprise films rise, and the industry feels more unstable than ever. Let’s break down the chaos, the craft, and what this year really says about where cinema is headed. 

A quick breakdown of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards—where  One Battle After Another  and  Hamnet  dominated film,  Adolescence  and  The Pitt  ruled TV, Nikki Glaser brought sharp laughs, and the Globes made history by introducing a podcast category amid a night of political commentary and career-defining wins.

The 2026 Actor Award nominations are here with  One Battle After Another  leading the pack and  Sinners  close behind while major contenders like Cynthia Erivo and Wagner Moura face shocking omissions. We break down the biggest nominees, surprise snubs and what these nominations reveal about the evolving Oscar race.

Before 2026 even begins, Cannes and Venice are already shaping up to be star-studded battlegrounds. We break down 10 of the most anticipated films expected to debut on the Croisette or the Lido — from Spielberg’s sci-fi epic  Disclosure Day to Tom Cruise and Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s explosive  Digger , plus new films from Fincher, Villeneuve, Östlund, and more.

In Part 2 of our 2026 film preview, we dive into the most anticipated auteur-driven and high-prestige releases. From Christopher Nolan and Greta Gerwig to daring indies, elevated genre films, and select franchise entries, this episode explores the ambitious projects set to define cinema in 2026—plus a few essential honorable mentions.

Hollywood is anxious overstuffed and somehow still exciting. We break down the first half of our 150 most anticipated films of 2026 from risky originals and auteur projects to franchise sequels that might actually surprise us.

We break down Paul Feig’s thriller The Housemaid where Amanda Seyfried delivers a career highlight in a film that flirts with camp but never fully commits.

James Cameron still delivers scale and beauty but for the first time his tech driven magic feels familiar. We break down why Avatar Fire and Ash looks incredible yet struggles to push the franchise or Cameron himself into new territory.

A quick dive into the standout film and TV acting of 2025, from daring indie turns to blockbuster breakthroughs. We spotlight the performances that moved audiences, reshaped careers, and defined the year’s storytelling across screens big and small.

From indie revelations to scene-stealing TV newcomers, 2025 delivered a wave of unforgettable performances. We break down the 16 actors who defined the year, from Miles Caton’s soulful turn in Sinners to Elizabeth Dulau’s standout work in Andor.

The 2026 Golden Globe nominations are out, with Paul Thomas Anderson’s  One Battle After Another  topping film contenders with nine nods, Joachim Trier’s  Sentimental Value  close behind with eight, and  The White Lotus  leading TV with six. We break down the major categories, standout performances, and what these early frontrunners signal for the upcoming awards season.

A quick guide to the most anticipated films rumored for the final Sundance Film Festival in Utah. From star-powered dramas to daring indies and standout documentaries, we break down the 20 titles that could shape Sundance 2026 and usher in its Colorado era.

A quick dive into the 14 first-time filmmakers who shook up 2025 with bold ideas, fresh storytelling, and unforgettable debuts.

A fast-paced rundown of the 20 films that made 2025 an unforgettable year for cinema — from emotional epics to chaotic comedies and everything in between.

2025 was the year acting went off the rails in the best way. We dig into the 17 performances that dominated the screen, shocked the industry, and outshined huge names who didn’t even make the list.

In this episode, we unpack  Marty Supreme , the A24 fever dream turning Timothée Chalamet into a full-blown legend. From Safdie-style spirals to the emotional hit you won’t see coming, here’s why this film is already being called an instant classic.

A quick, modern guide to the classic films from the 1930s–1950s that still hit hard today. From  The Wizard of Oz  to  Sunset Boulevard , here are the timeless movies everyone should watch at least once.

In this episode, we break down  Wicked: For Good  — the sequel that delivers stunning vocals but gets lost in its own oversized ambition. From dazzling leads to baffling choices, we unpack why this finale sings beautifully but stumbles everywhere else. Tune in for a quick, honest take on Oz’s overlong goodbye.

We’re turning the spotlight on the craft side of the 2026 Oscars — from Cinematography and Editing to Sound, VFX, and the brand-new Casting category. Join us as we break down the frontrunners and wild cards behind  One Battle After Another ,  Wicked for Good ,  Frankenstein ,  Marty Supreme , and more. It’s all about the artists and technicians shaping this year’s awards race — and we’ve got plent...

Prestige movies used to own the fall season, but now theaters are nearly empty. In this episode, we explore why indie films are struggling, how streaming reshaped everything, and what it will take to bring audiences back.

We dive into Vince Gilligan’s mysterious new sci-fi series  Pluribus  — a show so secret Apple won’t even let critics explain the plot. From Rhea Seehorn’s powerhouse performance to the show’s deep questions about what makes us human, this episode unpacks why the weirdness of  Pluribus  might be exactly what makes it great.