‘The Big Picture’ Expands As Oscar Season Ramps Up

Sean Fennessey sits down with Hollywood’s biggest filmmakers to discuss how they are shaping the industry

By Sean Fennessey Oct 24, 2018, 5:00pm EDT

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Oscar season is ramping up, and so is The Big Picture. The Ringer’s movie podcast is expanding its coverage to give listeners everything from Oscar buzz to interviews with actors and directors. Get ready for awards season with expert Oscar analysis, box office results, streaming war debates, and all things movies. Ringer editor-in-chief Sean Fennessey sits down with Hollywood’s biggest filmmakers, breaks down the latest industry trends, handicaps the upcoming Oscars race, and reviews new films with Ringer colleagues including Shea Serrano, Amanda Dobbins, and Bill Simmons.

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