A Rough Weekend for Indie Film: Spirit Awards, Berlin Controversy, and Big Questions
About this episode
Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss the recent Film Independent Spirit Awards and their implications for the Oscars, alongside political controversies and new film releases.
Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio break down the underwhelming Film Independent Spirit Awards and what their winners actually mean for the Oscars. They also dive into political controversy at the Berlin Film Festival, revisit a star-studded Oscar screenwriters panel, and analyze the risky acquisition of a buzzed-about Sundance favorite. Plus, early reactions to new releases and what’s worth watching this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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