Appropriate for this Halloween special, David and Rebecca can finally break their silence on Wicked, Jon M. Chu's blockbuster adaptation of the Broadway phenomenon, and reveal why they think the musical just might have the Oscar goods. Later, the hosts discuss the potential for certain horror movies like The Substance and Nosferatu to overcome voters' genre bias and make a play this season. Come see LGM hosts Richard and David interview John David Washington in New York's Perelman Performing Art...
Oct 31, 2024•38 min
The four-time Oscar nominee talked to Rebecca about learning to deliver lambs and singing in front of a crowd for The Outrun and Blitz. Plus, she reminiscences about going to her first Oscars ceremony at 13, and reveals that she's ready to play a baddie. Come see LGM hosts Richard and David interview John David Washington in New York's Perelman Performing Arts Center on November 1. Tickets are available now at pacnyc.org . Use discount code ICONS30 for 30% off. Join us for conversation with Mari...
Oct 29, 2024•34 min
Rebecca, Richard, and David take a look at the submissions for the Globes' musical/comedy category which include some surprises like Anora and Heretic. The LGM team also dives deeper into the strategy behind lead and supporting submissions, including their admiration for Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton's gamble on both going lead. Plus, they break down the surprisingly thin best actor race, and Rebecca recounts the glitzy LA premiere for Gladiator II. Come see LGM hosts Richard and David interv...
Oct 24, 2024•52 min
In a career-spanning conversation, the Oscar-nominated actor who’s experienced decades of ups and downs in Hollywood discusses his new film Conclave, the potential Devil Wears Prada sequel, and his budding career as a beloved food commentator. Join us for conversation with Marianne Jean-Baptiste following the Hard Truths screening at the Denver Film Festival. Tickets and more information can be found here . Little Gold Men LIVE with special guest Kieran Culkin at Savannah Film Festival is sold o...
Oct 22, 2024•34 min
Can acclaimed performances from Mikey Madison (Anora) and Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Perez) outshine the star power of Nicole Kidman and Angelina Jolie? David, Rebecca and Richard map out the best actress race so far and make the case for some passion picks. Plus, a preview of films coming out this weekend. Join us for conversation with Marianne Jean-Baptiste following the Hard Truths screening at the Denver Film Festival. Tickets and more information can be found here . Little Gold Men LIVE wit...
Oct 17, 2024•42 min
Winning the Palme d’Or was Baker’s singular goal for the past 30 years. Now, he’s fighting for the protection of theatrical releases. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Oct 15, 2024•34 min
Rebecca, Richard, and David talk break down the supporting-actor Oscar race this week, with a specific focus on The Apprentice (in theaters this weekend) and whether Jeremy Strong can challenge his old Succession costar Kieran Culkin and other heavyweights like Guy Pearce and Stanley Tucci. Later, the hosts discuss the highlights from the New York Film Festival—including the long-awaited unveiling of Steve McQueen's Blitz. Join us for Little Gold Men LIVE with special guest Kieran Culkin at Sava...
Oct 10, 2024•45 min
André Holland has spent the past decade stealing scenes in projects by the likes of Barry Jenkins, Steven Soderbergh, and Ava DuVernay. But on this week's Little Gold Men, the versatile actor talks about his thrilling shift into lead roles—including in the acclaimed Sundance debut Exhibiting Forgiveness (in theaters October 18) and, hopefully, a new season of The Knick: "I’m not going to rest until we get it done." Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...
Oct 08, 2024•34 min
On this week’s roundtable, David, Rebecca, and Richard dive deep into Todd Phillips’s anticipated Joker sequel. They’re in agreement on two points: It’s not very good, but Lady Gaga still gives a great performance. From there, the hosts predict and debate the competitive supporting-actress Oscar race, and whether Gaga—not to mention other pop stars-turned-actors like Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez—will make the cut. Plus, stick around for some special announcements about Little Gold Men’s upcomi...
Oct 03, 2024•44 min
We don’t often feature voice performances on this podcast, but there’s a reason why we made an exception for Lupita Nyong’o, who does exceptional work at the center of the critically acclaimed animated feature The Wild Robot. For this week’s interview, Nyong’o reflects on how far she’s come from her Oscar win a decade ago and how she stays discerning in Hollywood amid so many industry shifts. Plus, Nyong’o plays Proust Questionnaire Roulette, revealing her fictional hero and what she considers t...
Oct 01, 2024•41 min
Rebecca, Richard and David reveal their top ten picks for Best Picture to each other and defend their choices. Plus, a recap of TIFF awards and acquisitions. Remember to draft your team for Vulture’s Movies Fantasy League by October 3 here , and don’t forget to add “Vanity Flair” on your entry form to join our league. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...
Sep 26, 2024•47 min
Perhaps the most patient man in Hollywood, Richard Linklater talks to Rebecca about the 23-year journey of making Hitman. “I'm not afraid to sit with something and just wait until the time is right,” says Linklater, who has also filmed two more movies that both took more than a decade to make. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Sep 24, 2024•34 min
This week, Sebastian Stan joins the show to discuss his anticipated fall films A Different Man and The Apprentice, which together mark the most exciting moment for his career thus far. The Emmy nominee discusses the elaborate make-up jobs required for both films, his struggles in getting to star in projects of this caliber, and why he believes his Donald Trump movie is worth seeing—even though (or perhaps especially because) he's heard all kinds of arguments to the contrary. Learn about your ad ...
Sep 19, 2024•30 min
It's the day after the Emmys, and Richard, David, and Rebecca are here to break down all of the highs and lows from TV's biggest night. The hosts discuss the thrilling surprise win for Hacks as best comedy (as well as why The Bear lost), the impressive showings from newcomers Shōgun and Baby Reindeer, and why Dan and Eugene Levy's amiable hosting performance couldn't make up for a lackluster program. Remember to draft your team for Vulture’s Movies Fantasy League by October 3 here , and don’t fo...
Sep 17, 2024•39 min
David, Richard, and special guest Hillary Busis call in from Toronto in the midst of a very busy festival, where the Oscar race is rapidly taking shape. Along with Rebecca, they discuss some of the best films to premiere in Canada this past weekend, including Hard Truths and The Wild Robot, and ponder what’s best positioned to win the festival’s audience award—a crucial Oscar harbinger. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...
Sep 12, 2024•49 min
The director of the hit franchise talks to Rebecca about the first two films, which he calls “the biggest technical challenge of my life," and his plans for the future. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Sep 10, 2024•31 min
Back from the Venice and Telluride film festivals, Rebecca, Richard and David discuss all the movies they've seen so far and some of their favorite encounters. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Sep 05, 2024•48 min
The His Three Daughters star has been thinking about a lot lately — her volatile past, her industry’s perilous state, loneliness, and hitting the red carpet with “one of those metal faces and a little beady red eye.” All that on top Oscar buzz, her new Hollywood chapter, and wanting a “third boob.” Allow her to connect the dots. Plus, a new segment called Proust Questionnaire Roulette. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices...
Sep 03, 2024•40 min
As the acclaimed Apple TV series returns for a second season, we revisit Rebecca’s interview with show creator Soo Hugh. The pair discuss the emotional pitch process, international shoots, and Asian representation in Hollywood. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 31, 2024•22 min
Richard, David and Rebecca discuss the newly-announced Telluride lineup and offer some pro tips for making the most of film festivals. For this month's final Director Discussion, the hosts discuss Pedro Almodovar, whose upcoming film The Room Next Door premieres at Venice next week. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 29, 2024•41 min
The breakthrough actor joins Rebecca to chat about performing alongside Coleman Domingo, how embracing theater and vulnerability changed his life, and what’s next in his acting career. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 27, 2024•22 min
David, Rebecca, and Richard weigh in on the news that Dan and Eugene Levy will host the Emmys, while looking back at the best and worst hosts from years past. Plus, they analyze three tight races as Emmy voting wraps up, and for the ongoing Directors Discussion, take a closer look at Pablo Larraín's filmography and upcoming film Maria. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 22, 2024•46 min
The Emmy-nominated actor, who played a closeted state department employee in the decade-spanning series Fellow Travelers , tells Rebecca that he's given up the quest for a perfect take: “I'm actually kind of hoping to fall on my face.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 20, 2024•34 min
The beloved mockumentary series is up for nine Emmy awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series, but that’s nothing new. In fact the show and its cast have been nominated for and won Emmy awards in top categories every season since its debut. In this bonus episode, we revisit Rebecca’s interview with the show’s creator and star, Quinta Brunson. They spoke in July 2022, just after she’d heard about the flurry of nominations for Abbott Elementary's first season. Learn about your ad choices: doveta...
Aug 17, 2024•25 min
It's mailbag week! The hosts dig into the many questions sent in by listeners over the last past month, with the Telluride and Venice film festivals only two weeks away. They cover the breaking news surrounding Jason Reitman's Saturday Night premiere, potential narratives for best-actress contenders Amy Adams and Nicole Kidman, whether any big twists in the season are on the way, and much more. Plus, the August Directors Discussion series continues with a deep dive into the work of Nightbitch di...
Aug 15, 2024•51 min
The Emmy-winning Mad Men star is nominated this year for two very different roles in Fargo and The Morning Show. But, as he tells David Canfield in a wide-ranging conversation, they share a prescience that’s hard to ignore this election year. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 13, 2024•29 min
Rebecca, David, and Richard take a look back at how election years have influenced the Oscar race and ceremony, and debate which films might be affected this year. Plus, the LGM team launches August's Director Discussion series, focusing this week on Steve McQueen's filmography and his upcoming film "Blitz." Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 08, 2024•40 min
The first-time Emmy nominee reflects on her more than two decades in show business, from I Am Sam to Man on Fire and culminating in perhaps the most exciting period of her career so far as an actor. Plus, Fanning teases where we might see her next, including the starry Netflix limited series The Perfect Couple. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 06, 2024•28 min
Rebecca, David, and Richard wonder if "A Complete Unknown" will be a late-breaking Oscar frontrunner when it's released in December, and examine how feature films that skip the fall festivals have done in the past. Plus, they take a look at the landscape in the documentary feature race. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Aug 01, 2024•40 min
The Emmy-nominated actress speaks with Rebecca Ford about playing the brilliant scientist Elizabeth Zott, and her initial worries that she might not be able to relate to her. Plus, Larson explores how she's handled sexism as a member of the Marvel universe and what working in TV at a young age taught her. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Jul 30, 2024•28 min
