Johnny’s Awards Radar: The Pre-Festival 2022 Oscar Predictions
As festival season ramps up, senior writer Johnny Sobczak reveals his first batch of Oscar predictions for the 94th Academy Awards.
Review: ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ gives an unflinching look at Fred Hampton
“Judas and the Black Messiah” finally etches the tragedy of Fred Hampton in celluloid for us to revisit and revere for years to come.
Review: Less is more in ‘Malcolm & Marie’ thanks to jaw-dropping performances from Zendaya, Washington
Writer-director Sam Levinson is operating at the top of his craft in this moment, and “Malcolm & Marie” is simply his latest example that sometimes less is more.
North Carolina Film Critics Association announces 2020 winners
The North Carolina Film Critics Association announced its winners for the 2020 season Monday.
Review: ‘Sound of Metal’ tells a deeply personal and important story
“Sound of Metal” is a deeply emotional and personal story of survival and understanding yourself and your place in the world.
Review: ‘Mank’ may be a technical marvel, but it’s empty inside
When it comes to the technical aspects, “Mank” is stunning, but its story and pacing fall flat.
Review: ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ is a magnificent farewell to Chadwick Boseman
“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is a performance-driven film – and it more than delivers in that department thanks to Boseman and Davis.
Podcast: ‘On The Rocks’ Review, ‘Mandalorian’ Premiere Recap and the Worst Movie Idea Ever
Zach and Johnny are venturing into Apple TV+ to talk Sofia Coppola’s “On The Rocks.” Plus, “The Mandalorian” premiere, first reviews of “Mank,” and the worst movie idea ever!
Podcast: ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ Review, ‘Euphoria’ is Back and What’s Next for Denis Villeneuve?
Zach and Johnny are here to break down “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm.” Very nice! Plus, the guys discuss the return of “Euphoria,” Denis Villeneuve’s next project and the week’s new trailers.
Podcast: ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ Review, New ‘Batman’ Shoots and Early Awards Contenders
Zach and Johnny are split on Aaron Sorkin’s latest, “The Trial of the Chicago 7.” Plus, the guys break down the new images from the set of “The Batman” and recap their early awards season favorites.
Academy updates Best Picture criteria to encourage diversity
The Academy announced major changes to the Best Picture requirements to promote diversity and representation.
First Look: Photos from Aaron Sorkin’s ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’
Netflix released a first look at Aaron Sorkin’s upcoming film “The Trial of the Chicago 7.”
Review: ‘Parasite’ is a masterpiece from Bong Joon-ho
“Parasite” has been hailed as not only the best film of the year, but one of the best films of the decade. The hype is rightfully earned.
Inside The Film Room is headed back to Film Fest 919
The second annual Film Fest 919 will kick off in Chapel Hill, N.C. at Silverspot Cinemas on Wednesday, and Inside The Film Room will be reporting from the red carpet all week long.