Talking Pictures

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eli, Fred, Leeann, and Victoria discuss the 2024 Oscar nominations, what films were snubbed, what should win, and what will win in each category. Tune in to find out what movies we would like to thank the Academy!

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Host: Eli Kupetz

Guest: Zaraleen Hernandez

Editor: Eli Kupetz

Executive Producer: Eli Kupetz

TIMECODES

0:00 Introduction

01:26 Best Cinematography

03:07 Best Sound

05:34 Best Film Editing

08:21 Best Visual Effects

11:02 Best Production Design / Best Costume Design

13:15 Best Makeup & Hairstyling

15:54 Best Original Score

18:16 Best Original Song

22:24 Best Animated Feature

24:53 Best International Feature Film

26:53 Best Adapted Screenplay

28:21 Best Original Screenplay

31:11 Best Supporting Actor

34:01 Best Supporting Actress

36:48 Best Actress

42:28 Best Actor

48:16 Best Director

50:26 Best Picture

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eli and Zaraleen discuss the 2004 sci-fi romance classic Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, written by Charlie Kaufman and directed by Michel Gondry. They take a deep-dive into some of the unique filmmaking techniques, hidden details, and literary allusions in the film. Spoilers abound!

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Host: Eli Kupetz

Guest: Zaraleen Hernandez

Editor: Eli Kupetz

Executive Producer: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Alexandra, Ashley, Brandon, and Kyle discuss the 2023 film Saltburn, written and directed by Emerald Fennell. They talk about the shocking scenes, the aesthetics, and the many themes of the film. Spoilers abound!

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Hosts: Alexandra Manzo & Ashley Zhuk

Guests: Brandon Nasiri, Kyle Walsh

Editor: Eli Kupetz

Executive Producer: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eli, Kat, Daniel, and Brandon share their favorite (and least favorite) films and TV shows from 2023. They discuss Barbie, Oppenheimer, Priscilla, Saltburn, Past Lives, and more!

Here are everyone's top 5 lists from this episode:

Eli:

1. Oppenheimer
2. Barbie
3. They Cloned Tyrone
4. The Last Of Us
5. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Kat:

1. Succession
2. Barbie
3. Saltburn
4. What We Do in the Shadows
5. Beef

Daniel:

1. Barbie
2. Priscilla
3. Past Lives
4. All of Us Strangers
5. Bottoms / Scott Pilgrim Takes Off

Brandon:

1. Babylon (December 2022 Release)
2. Oppenheimer
3. The Holdovers
4. Saltburn
5. Poor Things

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Hosted by: Eli Kupetz

Guests: Daniel Guerrero, Katherine Mueller, Brandon Nasiri

Edited by: Eli Kupetz

Executive Produced by: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eli, Sam, and Andrew discuss film and TV adaptations of video games, and why so many of them fall short. They also discuss recent successful video game adaptations like The Last of Us, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and Five Nights at Freddy's, as well as speculation about upcoming video game adaptations in development.

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Hosted by: Eli Kupetz

Guests: Sam Umbay, Andrewtrung Le

Edited by: Eli Kupetz

Executive Produced by: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eric Plotkin sits down with Maanasi, Jo, Catherine, Michael, and Ashley to talk about the series finale of Succession and reflect on their favorite moments from the show. Spoilers abound!

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On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrewtrung and Darren talk about one of the most iconic and influential films of all time: Back to the Future (1985). An unforgettable and ubiquitous staple of American cinema and pop culture, Back to the Future has captivated the brains, hearts, and souls of billions of people for three decades (six, if you count the time travel). But is it perhaps the most iconic 80s movie of all time? Here, Andrewtrung and Darren address this question by discussing the greatness of the film's story, writing, soundtrack, acting, and virtually everything else that makes a movie great. Thank you for tuning in!

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On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrewtrung and Sophie talk about one of the most beloved films of the under-appreciated claymation genre: Chicken Run. An essential claymation masterpiece for one of the largest, most illustrious animation studios in the world, Aardman Animations, Chicken Run manages to take a story so straightforward with themes so universal, and transform it into a holistically unique work of art through its medium and through the passion fueling its production. Here, Andrewtrung and Sophie discuss the production, story, characters, and greatness of this incredible film. Thank you for tuning in!

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On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrew and Eli answer the age-old question: Is Adaptation. (2002) the greatest screenplay ever written? A beloved and unforgettable staple in the careers of the endlessly lauded writer Charlie Kaufman and the limitlessly talented filmmaker Spike Jonze, Adaptation. is more than just a film - it's a meditation on films, what it means to be an artist, what it means to be human, etc. It's one of the few films about everything. Here, both Andrew and Eli discuss Adaptation.'s multi-layered approach to storytelling, and how its incredibly self-referential nature makes it one of the most brilliant works of art they've both ever seen.

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On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrew and Charlotte discuss their experiences of and feelings toward the Avatar movies. This franchise has garnered a bittersweet reputation as being both a highly marketable and lucrative set of films (with the first Avatar being the highest-grossing movie of all time) and a thematically and artistically dry Hollywood-ized commercial product for the film community. During their discussion, Andrew and Charlotte reflect on the visuals, storytelling, themes, and overall filmmaking that buttress each Avatar film.

Thank you so much to our 2022-23 FPS Vice President, Charlotte Oxley, for appearing on this episode and for recommending this franchise.

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