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IndieWire: Screen Talk

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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.

Episodes

"What's Up With the Foreign Language Oscar Submissions?" (Episode 116)

Kohn and Thompson talk through the foreign language Oscar submissions from around the world, whether or not "La La Land" can hold onto its best picture frontrunner status, and what to expect from this year's Fantastic Fest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 201629 min

"Live From TIFF 2016!" (Episode 115)

Kohn and Thompson record this week's episode from the Toronto International Film Festival and take audience questions on Facebook Live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15, 201628 min

"TIFF 2016: So Many Movies!" (Episode 114)

Kohn and Thompson kick off the Toronto International Film Festival by looking through the lineup for some potential highlights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 09, 201617 min

"2016 Telluride Film Festival Preview" (Episode 113)

Kohn and Thompson dig through the upcoming Telluride Film Festival lineup to discuss the movies they're most excited to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 01, 201633 min

"Telluride Anticipation 2016" (Episode 112)

Kohn and Thompson look ahead to next week's Telluride Film Festival lineup. Plus: A whole bunch of new releases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 201633 min

The Star-Studded Finale (Emmys Edition, Episode 10)

Well, here we are at the finale! With the end of Emmys voting on the horizon, Anne Thompson and Michael Schneider bring the rest of their predictions to a close. This week, the dramas, TV movies and limited series are front and center. Will HBO continue their run with an "All the Way" win? Have enough people seen "Mr. Robot" to continue the show's surprise run? Which showrunner will walk away with the drama writing prize? Time to complete the collection with the last of the 2016 Emmys Screen Tal...

Aug 24, 201619 min

The All-Comedy-Predictions Episode! (Emmys Edition Episode 9)

Michael Schneider and Anne Thompson parse the Emmy comedy categories, which are dominated--surprise--by HBO awards perennial "Veep." Can anything catch up with it? Is Jill Soloway going to win a second Emmy for "Transparent?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 201620 min

Dissecting the Drama in the Acting Categories (and TCA, Week 2)(Emmys Edition Episode 8)

More Emmys predictions! Anne Thompson and Michael Schneider survey the landscape in the acting categories for Drama and Limited Series. How many repeat winners will we have this year? Is Viola Davis vs. Taraji P. Henson the closest race of the bunch? And is there anything "The People vs. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" won't win on Emmys night? Plus, a look back at the second week of the TCA Summer Press Tour, including a TCA Awards recap! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Aug 10, 201617 min

"Why Is This Movie Opening That Festival?" (Episode 109)

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

Aug 05, 201637 min

"Supporting Acting Predictions and TCA Roundup" (Emmys Edition Episode 7)

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 Night Of," Colbert and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 03, 201625 min

"Predictions, Round 1: Key & Peele (& John & Ninja)"(Emmys Edition Episode 6)

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? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 27, 201612 min

"Trekking Towards Comic-Con 2016" (Episode 107)

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

Jul 22, 201635 min

"Recapping the Nominations: Surprises, Lags and Network Power Shifts" (Emmys Edition Episode 5)

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

Jul 20, 201624 min

"We Breakdown The Academy's New Diversity Push" (Episode 104)

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

Jul 01, 201634 min

"Why We Still Love to Argue About Movies" (Episode 100!)

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

Jun 03, 201629 min

"Our Lessons From Cannes 2016"

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

May 27, 201635 min

"Live From Cannes 2016!" (Episode 98)

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

May 19, 201635 min