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“… of the nominated films come out. So you got Paul Meskel, you got my beloved Gwyneth Paltrow, Chase Infinity, Wagner Mora, Del Rey Lindo. like five awards show like beloveds yes all on stage very smart move by the academy yeah and and they did the thing that they sometimes do during the acting categories but they had each actor speak to their casting agent um so it was great and then cassandra kulakundis was just was hype and you know like was like whooping then she was like paul 10 movies like we've been doing this she was also like i can't believe i have an oscar before you because it was …”
“And they also, because it was the first time that best casting was given out, they had five actors, one from each of the nominated films come out. So you got Paul Meskel, you got my beloved Gwyneth Paltrow, Chase Infinity, Wagner Mora, Del Rey Lindo. like five awards show like beloveds yes all on stage very smart move by the academy yeah and and they did the thing that they sometimes do during the acting categories but they had each actor speak to their casting agent um so it was great and then cassandra kulakundis was just was hype and you know like was like whooping then she was like paul 10 movies like we've been doing this she was also like i can't believe i have an oscar before you because it was handed out which was which was funny and they were charming so that not only because of its significance in the you know the oscar count for the night but just because that was a fun moment um what else what am i forgetting my i mean autumn probably my favorite way of the night which is because i didn't think it was going to happen i was fairly certain …”
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Michael B. Jordan's win for Best Actor was a moving and well-deserved highlight of a largely predictable but satisfying Oscars ceremony.
“… down on should win? Are you Kugler for should win? Yes definitely I am such a pessimist when it comes to these things And I also seen the way the Academy has treated black art over the years And for every moonlight there a green book and or multiple green books I also think that if Ryan Coogler does win, he would be the first black director to win in this category. This is almost 100 years of this now. And I don't know if we've come that far. I do think that if he does win, it will be in part or in large part because of that video that he made explaining all the formats and the way he did it, …”
“it's a little bit listening to heart more than head, But Aisha, where do you come down on should win? Are you Kugler for should win? Yes definitely I am such a pessimist when it comes to these things And I also seen the way the Academy has treated black art over the years And for every moonlight there a green book and or multiple green books I also think that if Ryan Coogler does win, he would be the first black director to win in this category. This is almost 100 years of this now. And I don't know if we've come that far. I do think that if he does win, it will be in part or in large part because of that video that he made explaining all the formats and the way he did it, which is just like chef's kiss, director's catnip. And that alone should be why he wins. I mean, obviously sinners, but like yes to that as well, because it's just like a brilliant piece of explaining why film is important. And so, yeah, give it to Ryan Googler. Same if we're going to make long overdue history with this win. This is the film to do it …”
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Ryan Coogler could become the first black director to win an Oscar for Best Director, marking a significant moment in nearly 100 years of Academy history. His film not only comments on the past treatment of black artists but also uses genre elements to reveal deeper truths about horror and metaphor. The discussion reflects on the Academy's evolving standards and the importance of representation in film.
“… judge from the courtroom. He started tearing up and the judge melted. And then Wahlberg looked at the priest and winked. Flavin called it, quote, an Academy Award performance in the courtroom. Just had to throw that in there for a little bit of spice, a little razzle dazzle on who this guy is and who it sounds like he's always been. Yeah, I mean, we said in our last episode about it that he's a good actor and, you know, stand by it. It sounds like he was a good actor even in those early days. So he did apologize to the Asian-American community. There was a 1993 apology issued through a spokesperson …”
“… crediting Wahlberg's tearful courtroom apology with moving the judge towards leniency. Because remember, he was sentenced to two years, but only served 45 days. The local parish, Father Jim Flavin, told 60 Minutes that he watched Wahlberg work the judge from the courtroom. He started tearing up and the judge melted. And then Wahlberg looked at the priest and winked. Flavin called it, quote, an Academy Award performance in the courtroom. Just had to throw that in there for a little bit of spice, a little razzle dazzle on who this guy is and who it sounds like he's always been. Yeah, I mean, we said in our last episode about it that he's a good actor and, you know, stand by it. It sounds like he was a good actor even in those early days. So he did apologize to the Asian-American community. There was a 1993 apology issued through a spokesperson only under pressure from the Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence. He also agreed to appear in a series of anti-racism. them public service announcements that never actually materialized. Dude, why not just do the PSAs? It's like the easiest thing in the world to do. Yeah. Why not just do them? That's so curious. It's like a little bit of a …”
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Mark Wahlberg's past includes violent crimes and racial slurs, yet his attempts at redemption raise eyebrows. After 26 years, he finally apologized to one victim, but critics argue his motivations were tied to business interests rather than genuine remorse. This segment dives into the complexities of his public image and the accountability he has yet to fully embrace.
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In a hilariously cringy moment, Esmeralda dramatically 'faints' just as Ned is about to give his speech at the awards ceremony, leading to chaos on stage. The physical comedy shines as Mary and the gang navigate their own awkward moments at the after-party, culminating in a bittersweet revelation about love and friendship.
“… says, keep an eye out for the state police. They are not always the good guys. Of course, Del Toro was state police in traffic, for which he won his Academy Award. In Thief, there is a moment where, well, in the movie, Alejandro ignores the maid as he continues clearing the house, which is an homage to Thief, which is something that Frank does in that movie. But the one that I like the most, and I think this is on purpose and I don't know, is the scene that you just talked about with the Mexican cop pouring booze into his coffee in the morning and his son has his face down on the table and the …”
“… make a character is really interesting. You're up with the Sean Fennessey word for stealth homage that gives every movie nerd a criteria orgasm. Okay, I don't want to overdo it, but there's three. There's one that's very obvious, which is Del Toro says, keep an eye out for the state police. They are not always the good guys. Of course, Del Toro was state police in traffic, for which he won his Academy Award. In Thief, there is a moment where, well, in the movie, Alejandro ignores the maid as he continues clearing the house, which is an homage to Thief, which is something that Frank does in that movie. But the one that I like the most, and I think this is on purpose and I don't know, is the scene that you just talked about with the Mexican cop pouring booze into his coffee in the morning and his son has his face down on the table and the father winks at him and the kid winks back, which I think is a direct match to Jaws where Scheider's at the table with his son. And they have that moment where they're connecting and he says, give us a kiss. And I feel like that's a nod to that. I have one more, which is just when Blunt and Coolia show up at the motel before the tunnel raid. Brolin …”
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The rewatchables crew introduces a new award category inspired by listener Abby Soul, highlighting personal moments in movies that resonate deeply with individual viewers. From a character's quirky habits to the emotional connections in scenes, they share what speaks to them, revealing how unique interpretations can enhance our viewing experience.
“… entire season, all the seasons. So when I found out that Netflix was dropping a Peaky Blinders film, I was very excited. Tommy Shelby, played by the Academy Award winning Killian Murphy, of course, must face his own demons and choose whether to confront his legacy or burn it to the ground. It's gritty. It's grimy. It's got that epic gangster edge we've been hooked on for six seasons. Trust me, you won't want to miss this. Peaky Blinders, The Immortal Man, is in select theaters March 6th and on Netflix March 20th. Rated R. This episode is brought to you by Momentus. Creatine's strength benefits are …”
“This episode is brought to you by Netflix. I loved Peaky Blinders. It is one of my absolute favorite shows of all time. I binge watched the entire season, all the seasons. So when I found out that Netflix was dropping a Peaky Blinders film, I was very excited. Tommy Shelby, played by the Academy Award winning Killian Murphy, of course, must face his own demons and choose whether to confront his legacy or burn it to the ground. It's gritty. It's grimy. It's got that epic gangster edge we've been hooked on for six seasons. Trust me, you won't want to miss this. Peaky Blinders, The Immortal Man, is in select theaters March 6th and on Netflix March 20th. Rated R. This episode is brought to you by Momentus. Creatine's strength benefits are already backed by tons of research, but what's really interesting is where the research is headed. It's highlighting what a lot of people miss out about creatine, that its core function is cellular energy, meaning it impacts not only your muscles, but your brain too. Like all supplements, not all creatine is created equal. Momentus creatine is …”
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously dissect a potential blunder by the New York Times, debating whether they used the wrong protest footage. The chaos escalates as they navigate through AI-generated content and the absurdity of online discourse, leading to a comical realization that even news outlets can trip over their own narratives.
“… like, the reason I'm not there is because I got a neck lift because, quote, I'm tired of looking like a melting candle, so I had to skip the Academy Awards. No drama. Everything is fine. So you read that out, but I didn't hear the beginning where you said the name, so I thought you were saying that was Sean Penn's explanation for why he admitted me. He's fine looking like a melting candle. Yeah, melting is his thing. I always argue he looks more like a boot left out in the rain. I mean, I agree that I think the Bridesmaids thing was really fun. I thought that doubling up presenters doing …”
“… so that I mean, I do love a montage as well But I feel like it does stop the thing dead Like momentum dead And so instead to be like We're going to get the bridesmaids except for Wendy McClendon-Covey, who iconically posted on Instagram during the ceremony, like, the reason I'm not there is because I got a neck lift because, quote, I'm tired of looking like a melting candle, so I had to skip the Academy Awards. No drama. Everything is fine. So you read that out, but I didn't hear the beginning where you said the name, so I thought you were saying that was Sean Penn's explanation for why he admitted me. He's fine looking like a melting candle. Yeah, melting is his thing. I always argue he looks more like a boot left out in the rain. I mean, I agree that I think the Bridesmaids thing was really fun. I thought that doubling up presenters doing two categories I think helped keep the show moving along Especially Downey Jr and Evans who were really just kind of charlie between those guys really just made me long i made some joke about it on twitter but it's called actually it is like i mean maybe it doesn't matter because just rdj was under rehearse or whatever but like man 10 years ago when …”
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This year's Oscars cleverly integrated anniversary tributes into the presentation format, avoiding the usual momentum-killing montages. The segment highlights a humorous moment involving Wendy McClendon-Covey's Instagram post about skipping the ceremony due to a neck lift, alongside the dynamic between presenters Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans, which felt out of touch with current cultural trends. The discussion also touches on the awkward cutoffs during acceptance speeches, showcasing both the highs and lows of the ceremony's presentation style.
“… know, insurance before they got the fucking emu gave me money for the whole thing. And I made a very complex film, which also got nominated for an Academy Award. But each one of those first four films come from different things. And so you begin to sort of make choices. So at any given moment, you know, I didn't think until I was in the middle of Vietnam, not the middle, the end of it. We were locking it. I was looking at a map we made of the Yadrang Valley in the Central Highlands. And you could see the positions of the Viet Cong and the NVA and the Americans. And I thought, boy, this could be …”
“… Bridge. You know, the Statue of Liberty's 100th birthday is coming up. Why don't you do something on that? I said, yeah, but I'm not going to make your film. And so if you give me the money, I'll do it. But I'm not, you know, so Liberty Mutual, you know, insurance before they got the fucking emu gave me money for the whole thing. And I made a very complex film, which also got nominated for an Academy Award. But each one of those first four films come from different things. And so you begin to sort of make choices. So at any given moment, you know, I didn't think until I was in the middle of Vietnam, not the middle, the end of it. We were locking it. I was looking at a map we made of the Yadrang Valley in the Central Highlands. And you could see the positions of the Viet Cong and the NVA and the Americans. And I thought, boy, this could be the British moving west on Long Island towards Brooklyn. And I looked up, I said, we're doing the revolution. So they come, everything comes that way. and it's much better, you know? It's like, you know, a batter, you know, you just got to read the pitch. And at that given moment, it's a fastball, so you're going to hit it this way or hit it to the …”
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Documentaries have a unique power to bridge generational gaps, as many viewers find deeper connections with their parents through shared experiences like watching films about baseball. The filmmaker reflects on how storytelling can unite us, revealing that despite our divisions, the complexity of human experiences brings us together. His films not only explore American history but also highlight the universal themes of family and connection.
“… remain in our consciousness for very long. That's why ratings are down, by the way, way down. This is from the Hollywood Reporter, quote, Sunday's 98th Academy Awards drew 17.86 million viewers on ABC and Hulu based on Nielsen's Big Data Plus panel ratings. That down about 9 from last year Oscars which drew 19 million viewers for a post high and the smallest audience for the award since 2022 when 16 million people watched The show delivered a 3 rating among adults 18 to 49 a 14 decline from last year So they dropped 14% of the key demographic, and that's including streaming numbers. They tried to boost the …”
“things. And there are so many choices, such an infinite array of options all the time that no particular piece of content can remain in our consciousness for very long. That's why ratings are down, by the way, way down. This is from the Hollywood Reporter, quote, Sunday's 98th Academy Awards drew 17.86 million viewers on ABC and Hulu based on Nielsen's Big Data Plus panel ratings. That down about 9 from last year Oscars which drew 19 million viewers for a post high and the smallest audience for the award since 2022 when 16 million people watched The show delivered a 3 rating among adults 18 to 49 a 14 decline from last year So they dropped 14% of the key demographic, and that's including streaming numbers. They tried to boost the numbers as much as they could, and it's still a big drop. Unless some kind of stunt is involved, say somebody gets slapped on stage, or they announced the wrong best picture winner or something, then there's basically nobody who even pretends to care about the awards anymore. Now, for comparison, the Oscars had around 45 million views in 1996. …”
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The Oscars have seen a staggering drop in viewership, plummeting from 45 million in 1996 to just 17.86 million today, even with streaming numbers included. This decline reflects a broader issue: the communal experience of movie watching has eroded due to the rise of streaming services, making it nearly impossible for films to resonate culturally like they did in the past. As nostalgia for the blockbuster era grows, even video games are tapping into this longing for simpler times.
“… so sad. Yeah. And you know, Train Dreams. People like it. Well, also Train Dreams is on Netflix. So it's like, that's confusing. Will that be at the Academy Awards? I don't think so. No, of course. Yeah, it was in theaters. But again, it's a joke release to get to qualify for that. It's just not, it wasn't in 3000 theaters the way it would have been in the early 2000s. I don't think that matters necessarily. Like Sentimental Value also will be nominated. Great movie. No other choice. Yeah, I haven't seen that. This amount of movies came out in one month in 2002.”
“… picture. And it's like, right now it's like, you either want Marty Supreme or One Battle After Another. Like you're, there's your 50, 50 shot. Well, no, I mean, Hamnet won the Golden Globe and people really liked that, but also it's supposed to be so sad. Yeah. And you know, Train Dreams. People like it. Well, also Train Dreams is on Netflix. So it's like, that's confusing. Will that be at the Academy Awards? I don't think so. No, of course. Yeah, it was in theaters. But again, it's a joke release to get to qualify for that. It's just not, it wasn't in 3000 theaters the way it would have been in the early 2000s. I don't think that matters necessarily. Like Sentimental Value also will be nominated. Great movie. No other choice. Yeah, I haven't seen that. This amount of movies came out in one month in 2002.”
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The Oscars are becoming less relevant as the film industry shrinks, with only a handful of notable films each year. Once a showcase of diverse, quality cinema, the awards now struggle to find worthy contenders amidst a landscape dominated by big-budget spectacles and a lack of mid-range films. This shift raises questions about the future significance of the Oscars in celebrating true cinematic achievement.
“The Oscars Academy Awards, 98th Annual Academy Awards, or 99th, I can't quite remember which, aired last night. And I texted everybody here to ask if you were felt competent to talk about what happened on the Oscars or the choices made by Oscar voters or whatever based on whether or not you had seen my collective panelist friends many or most of the movies in question. And now I'm just going to go around. Okay, so Seth, 10 Oscar-nominated films for Best Picture. …”
“The Oscars Academy Awards, 98th Annual Academy Awards, or 99th, I can't quite remember which, aired last night. And I texted everybody here to ask if you were felt competent to talk about what happened on the Oscars or the choices made by Oscar voters or whatever based on whether or not you had seen my collective panelist friends many or most of the movies in question. And now I'm just going to go around. Okay, so Seth, 10 Oscar-nominated films for Best Picture. How many did you see? I think I saw zero. Zero. Okay. Eliana, 10 Oscar nominated pictures. How many did you see? Zero. Okay. Abe, 10 Oscar nominated pictures. How many did you see? Three, possibly four. I'm not sure. Okay. I saw nine of 10. I still haven't seen Train Dreams. Don't ask me why. I've seen other movies that should have been nominated …”
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The Oscars showcased a staggering 37% drop in ticket sales from 2019 to 2025, signaling a significant cultural shift in moviegoing habits. Despite the blockbuster success of 'Avengers: Endgame' in 2019, fewer people are heading to theaters, reflecting a broader trend that has been developing for years. This decline raises questions about the future of Hollywood and the relevance of the Oscars.
“… Mangold is somebody I think a lot about in this configuration, right? Like, really, like, older craftsman who has a ton of respect, who has been an Academy Award nominated, and he's like, I really want to make a Star Wars movie, you know? and he's going to make a thriller with Timothy Chalamet, but he's also working on a star Wars movie. And there's a certain class of person who's already like crossed the threshold of being able to work, but they know that to keep working at scale and to get their smaller movies made, they really do got to participate in the big old franchise game. And Paramount's …”
“… and it's harder to get something made with big conglomerates. And when you go into those situations with fewer options, it's harder to make more money. It's harder to get something off the ground. I think it's interesting to look at what, like, James Mangold is somebody I think a lot about in this configuration, right? Like, really, like, older craftsman who has a ton of respect, who has been an Academy Award nominated, and he's like, I really want to make a Star Wars movie, you know? and he's going to make a thriller with Timothy Chalamet, but he's also working on a star Wars movie. And there's a certain class of person who's already like crossed the threshold of being able to work, but they know that to keep working at scale and to get their smaller movies made, they really do got to participate in the big old franchise game. And Paramount's going to up the ante on that stuff too. So that'll be interesting. Now, younger filmmakers, it's fucking hard, man. Well, this was, you know, my little purity tests that I used to maintain are like, not against the filmmakers, but against the industry insisting that like, you know, the Trey Edward Schultz's of the world can't go into the tractor …”
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Filmmakers today face a tough choice: make blockbuster franchise films or risk not working at all. This dilemma highlights the struggle for artistic integrity in an industry increasingly dominated by big conglomerates. As artists like Chloe Zhao transition to major franchises, the question remains: what does this mean for the future of diverse storytelling in cinema?
“I do think, Van and Rachel asked us about this when we were on Higher Learning earlier this week. What did the Academy make him pay for his hubris, essentially. And I, a little bit, I think it's a series of factors, right? It's an unlikable, character you've been pointing out in a movie that not everybody connected to. It's certainly his campaign. You know, I think Kyle Buchanan had an interesting piece in The Times this morning about some of the specific things he did during the campaign that maybe voters didn't like. For example, not going to the Governor's …”
“I do think, Van and Rachel asked us about this when we were on Higher Learning earlier this week. What did the Academy make him pay for his hubris, essentially. And I, a little bit, I think it's a series of factors, right? It's an unlikable, character you've been pointing out in a movie that not everybody connected to. It's certainly his campaign. You know, I think Kyle Buchanan had an interesting piece in The Times this morning about some of the specific things he did during the campaign that maybe voters didn't like. For example, not going to the Governor's Awards. Okay. That's a place where you're sort of meant to be seen and to shake hands, you know, showing up at the lunch, the nominee's lunch, like very late and not connecting with a lot of people. Kind of like waiting until the last minute to show up and to be a part of the photographs. And, you know, he's a big star and a lot of big stars do …”
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Timothée Chalamet's Oscar campaign for his film faced criticism for his perceived hubris, as he skipped key events like the Governor's Awards and arrived late to nominee lunches. This behavior may have contributed to voters' negative perceptions, contrasting with past winners who embraced humility and engagement during their campaigns. Ultimately, the success of 'Dune: Part Three' may overshadow any setbacks from the Oscars, highlighting the film's cultural significance over awards recognition.
“… entire season, all the seasons. So when I found out that Netflix was dropping a Peaky Blinders film, I was very excited. Tommy Shelby, played by the Academy Award winning Cillian Murphy, of course, must face his own demons and choose whether to confront his legacy or burn it to the ground. It's gritty. It's grimy. It's got that epic gangster edge we've been hooked on for six seasons. Trust me, you won't want to miss this. Peaky Blinders, The Immortal Man is in select theaters March 6th and on Netflix March 20th. Rated R. I mean, things that can't go on don't. So, I mean, you could see it, right? I …”
“… free at ZipRecruiter.com slash Rogan. That's ZipRecruiter.com slash Rogan. Meet your match with ZipRecruiter. This episode is brought to you by Netflix. I loved Peaky Blinders. It is one of my absolute favorite shows of all time. I binge watched the entire season, all the seasons. So when I found out that Netflix was dropping a Peaky Blinders film, I was very excited. Tommy Shelby, played by the Academy Award winning Cillian Murphy, of course, must face his own demons and choose whether to confront his legacy or burn it to the ground. It's gritty. It's grimy. It's got that epic gangster edge we've been hooked on for six seasons. Trust me, you won't want to miss this. Peaky Blinders, The Immortal Man is in select theaters March 6th and on Netflix March 20th. Rated R. I mean, things that can't go on don't. So, I mean, you could see it, right? I mean, say Matt Mahan or somebody more moderate gets in to be governor.”
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In this segment, the host humorously questions why the political landscape seems dominated by one billionaire, George Soros, while others remain silent. The absurdity of California's political solutions being to 'tax more' in a corrupt system is highlighted, making for a compelling and relatable commentary on politics today.
“… Lee Grant, an actress, turned 100 in 2026. Wow. Oh, 101 is Eva Marie Saint. Yeah, she's the girl in North by Northwest. Oh, my God. And she won an Academy Award for North by Northwest, right? She's 101, but she lives, what is it, so sad. Well, everyone she knows is dead. you know that's something my grandmother used to say she's like all my friends are dead”
“… these people, but once you reach 90, don't you feel like you did it? You really did it. Yeah. You lived a full, imagine if you got to 90 and you're like, I just don't know if I've lived a full life. Yeah. 90? You did it. 95. Who's the oldest up there? Lee Grant, an actress, turned 100 in 2026. Wow. Oh, 101 is Eva Marie Saint. Yeah, she's the girl in North by Northwest. Oh, my God. And she won an Academy Award for North by Northwest, right? She's 101, but she lives, what is it, so sad. Well, everyone she knows is dead. you know that's something my grandmother used to say she's like all my friends are dead”
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In a hilariously morbid twist, the hosts discuss the implications of aging celebrities and their past predictions about celebrity deaths. The funniest moment comes when they casually mention that reaching 90 means you've 'really done it,' sparking a reflection on living a full life while humorously acknowledging the reality of aging.
“… The Oscars have been in a state of precipitous decline for decades in part because nobody has seen the movies that are competing for the prestigious Academy Awards But it also because the ceremony has become a left agitprop fest Last night no exception The big winner was One Battle After Another a truly egregiously terrible film about the virtues of domestic terrorism against a white supremacist infrastructure. The other big winner was Sinners, a critical race theory remake of From Dawn to Dusk. That's the Tarantino vampire movie. Meh. Conan O'Brien, formerly a human who was funny, told a bunch of …”
“… or the whole health system supplements as a preferred customer today. I think that's probably what's happening. Well, speaking of people who get paid money to play parts on screen, the Oscars were last night. I know you didn't watch. Nobody watched. The Oscars have been in a state of precipitous decline for decades in part because nobody has seen the movies that are competing for the prestigious Academy Awards But it also because the ceremony has become a left agitprop fest Last night no exception The big winner was One Battle After Another a truly egregiously terrible film about the virtues of domestic terrorism against a white supremacist infrastructure. The other big winner was Sinners, a critical race theory remake of From Dawn to Dusk. That's the Tarantino vampire movie. Meh. Conan O'Brien, formerly a human who was funny, told a bunch of stale jokes about how much Republicans suck. I should warn you, tonight could get political, okay? And if that makes you uncomfortable, there's an alternate Oscars being hosted by Kid Rock. Yeah, it's at the Dave & Buster's down the street. A lot of tickets for that. Wow, I mean, how much Hollywood loves Hollywood? Now, all those people who don't …”
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The Oscars have become a political farce, with ratings plummeting as the ceremony prioritizes leftist agendas over genuine entertainment. This year featured cringe-worthy jokes and films glorifying domestic terrorism, leaving viewers wondering if anyone actually watched. As Conan O'Brien struggled to connect with younger audiences, the event's decline reflects Hollywood's disconnection from the public.
“… will take creatives' jobs is pervasive. Host Conan O'Brien even opened his monologue by saying, I am honored to be the last human host of the Academy Awards. Next year, it's gonna be a Waymo in a tux. He also alluded to the encroachment of tech into the movie world, dissing Amazon for not scoring any Oscar nominations. why isn't the website I ordered toilet paper from winning more Oscars? He wondered. Toby, it's a great question. It's a good question. Conan got the laugh, but it's also not like big production studios had an off night. Netflix left the ceremony with seven Oscars. That's the …”
“… a time when Hollywood is facing an existential crisis. A mega merger between Paramount and Warner Brothers is set to reduce the number of studios. Movie production is fleeing Los Angeles. Theater going is way down. And concerns that artificial intelligence will take creatives' jobs is pervasive. Host Conan O'Brien even opened his monologue by saying, I am honored to be the last human host of the Academy Awards. Next year, it's gonna be a Waymo in a tux. He also alluded to the encroachment of tech into the movie world, dissing Amazon for not scoring any Oscar nominations. why isn't the website I ordered toilet paper from winning more Oscars? He wondered. Toby, it's a great question. It's a good question. Conan got the laugh, but it's also not like big production studios had an off night. Netflix left the ceremony with seven Oscars. That's the most in its history. Thanks for to a haul from Frankenstein. Also, you mentioned Warner Brothers Discovery. Warner Brothers had an incredible night. One batter after another was their film, as was Sinners. And those wins sort of came at the expense of indie darlings, indie flicks like A24's Marty Supreme. Marty Supreme, nine nominations, zero wins, …”
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Michael B. Jordan's Best Actor win for 'Sinners' highlights the dominance of big studios at the Oscars, overshadowing indie films.
The Oscars highlighted the dominance of major studios over indie films, with 'One Battle After Another' leading the charge amidst Hollywood's existential crisis.
The Oscars 2026 highlighted Hollywood's existential crisis with major studio wins overshadowing indie films, amid fears of AI replacing creatives.
“… sometimes even before World War II. So 70, 75 years ago, my friends are often in their 80s. So the film arrives exactly at the same time as the Academy Awards. And I think a lot of them are going to see it. And they're going to be as surprised as you when they see their haggard old friends suddenly appearing on the screen. I love it. You've got a big month ahead. Thank you so much for making time for us. Oh, it's always such a delight, Manoush. Thank you.”
“… in Japan yet. It comes... So you're still incognito. Yes, exactly. So I think it's going to be a big thing here because ping pong is still central game. And most of the friends that I play with learned in school and played a lot when they were young, sometimes even before World War II. So 70, 75 years ago, my friends are often in their 80s. So the film arrives exactly at the same time as the Academy Awards. And I think a lot of them are going to see it. And they're going to be as surprised as you when they see their haggard old friends suddenly appearing on the screen. I love it. You've got a big month ahead. Thank you so much for making time for us. Oh, it's always such a delight, Manoush. Thank you.”
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The film 'Marty Supreme' is set to surprise Japanese seniors as it features their friends on screen, just as it coincides with the Academy Awards. Pico Iyer, who plays a role in the film, reflects on how the film resonates with the elderly community who have a deep connection to ping pong. Their reactions are expected to be a delightful mix of nostalgia and surprise when they see familiar faces in the movie.
“… be very poor. I found the tacked on kind of detective story to be a huge bungle and a huge waste of Peter Sarsgaard and Penelope Cruz, who are like Academy Award nominated phenomenal actors who have had like very little to do in this movie. But and I'll tell you this, too. This movie also reminded me a lot of Joker and Joker Folia do. Looks like the bad parts of Joker Folia do. And to me, what I found to be the good parts of Joker. And part of the reason for that is the movie is shot by Lauren Schur, who shot both of the Joker movies. And the music is by Hildeir Guana-Deter. And she did this music …”
“… other movie. It doesn't mean it's successful all the time, but it feels different. And that it activates your mind in a different way. It makes you see something differently. I found the movie to be too long. I found the plotting and the pacing to be very poor. I found the tacked on kind of detective story to be a huge bungle and a huge waste of Peter Sarsgaard and Penelope Cruz, who are like Academy Award nominated phenomenal actors who have had like very little to do in this movie. But and I'll tell you this, too. This movie also reminded me a lot of Joker and Joker Folia do. Looks like the bad parts of Joker Folia do. And to me, what I found to be the good parts of Joker. And part of the reason for that is the movie is shot by Lauren Schur, who shot both of the Joker movies. And the music is by Hildeir Guana-Deter. And she did this music for the Joker movies. And it's edited by Dylan Titchener, who is PTA's longtime editor. He hasn't worked with them on the last couple of movies, but he edited all of Paul Thomas Anderson's classics. So I found that there was like a level of craft here while also feeling like it's really chopped up. And they're kind of like on this journey through …”
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Despite its flaws, 'The Bride' sparks intriguing discussions about female representation in film. The movie, reminiscent of 'Joker,' features a unique artistic approach but suffers from pacing issues and underutilized talent. Ultimately, it raises questions about the role of female characters in cinema, making for a thought-provoking experience.
“… SNL All right, the final thing I want to show you is that there is a deep culture, a liberal culture, and you know that. In Hollywood, we saw the Academy Awards for last night. Conan O'Brien is the host. He's a good guy. I know him for a long time. He's not a crazy guy, But Conan has to virtue signal. What I mean by that is he has to tell Hollywood how noble Hollywood is if he wants to continue to work. Roll the tape. Every film we salute is the product of thousands of people speaking different languages, working hard to make something of beauty. We pay tribute tonight, not just to film, but to …”
“… under their constitution. They're not traitors like the other guy, okay? They not that but they certainly not fair people and they certainly not looking out for you Make fun of everybody I mean if you have trouble call me I write you some stuff SNL All right, the final thing I want to show you is that there is a deep culture, a liberal culture, and you know that. In Hollywood, we saw the Academy Awards for last night. Conan O'Brien is the host. He's a good guy. I know him for a long time. He's not a crazy guy, But Conan has to virtue signal. What I mean by that is he has to tell Hollywood how noble Hollywood is if he wants to continue to work. Roll the tape. Every film we salute is the product of thousands of people speaking different languages, working hard to make something of beauty. We pay tribute tonight, not just to film, but to the ideals of global artistry, collaboration, patience, resilience, and that rarest of qualities today, optimism. Okay, so this is the inclusive stuff. Now, most good people believe in inclusion. You don't want to exclude somebody because of the cover of their skin or their religion. That's terrible. So we want to have a diversity of opinion and a …”
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Hollywood's liberal culture is forcing a narrative of inclusion that may exclude genuine talent, as seen during the recent Academy Awards hosted by Conan O'Brien. This trend reflects a broader cultural wave impacting not just entertainment but also our understanding of complex global issues like Iran. The challenge lies in balancing diversity without compromising merit, a struggle that resonates deeply within the current societal landscape.
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