Michelle Pfeiffer discusses her new film "French Exit," in which she plays a New York socialite and widower who moves to France when the money runs out. She talks about what she's been doing during the pandemic, her fragrance line, and what she learned from wearing that Catwoman outfit in "Batman Returns." 

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Writer/director Emerald Fennell and star Carey Mulligan discuss their darkly comedic thriller "Promising Young Woman." Later, "Da 5 Bloods" and "Lovecraft Country" star Jonathan Majors shares what it was like working with Spike Lee and more. But first, our Awards Roundtable looks at the 2021 Oscar directors race, the start of critics awards season and George Clooney's beard. 

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George Clooney and newcomer Caoilinn Springall discuss their new film "The Midnight Sky," including the harsh conditions they experienced filming in Iceland. Clooney also discusses his long career and what's next, while 8-year-old Springall admits she's only seen one Clooney film.

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Jamie Dornan and Emily Blunt discuss their new Ireland-set romantic film "Wild Mountain Thyme," and how writer/director John Patrick Shanley was the reason they signed on. Also, Tahar Rahim on playing a real-life man imprisoned by the U.S. without due process in "The Mauritanian." And the awards roundtable looks at Warner Bros.' 2021 news, the Oscar documentary race, Emmy rule changes and more. 

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"Nomadland" filmmaker Chloe Zhao on why she wanted to make an American West road movie, as well as her friendship with star Frances McDormand, the challenge of juggling this while also making Marvel's "The Eternals" and more. Also, "The Prom" star Ariana DeBose discusses the new musical and queer representation. But first, our awards roundtable discusses how many best picture nominations Netflix might land this year.

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Andy Samberg talks about the unique story behind the "Palm Springs" storyline, as well as hollywood representation and inclusion, and how his comedy "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" will tackle the issues of police brutality and systemic racism. Additionally, Samberg discusses his on-screen chemistry with co-star Cristin Milioti, who joins us later in this episode. But first, our awards roundtable gives its picks for films and tv shows you should catch up on during this long holiday weekend. 

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Riz Ahmed talks about what he had to learn to take the role of a drummer who loses his hearing in the film "Sound of Metal." Also, Sofia Coppola discusses directing and writing "On the Rocks." In the Awards Circuit roundtable, Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Michael Schneider and Jazz Tangcay talk about "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," dissect the supporting actor Oscar category and more.

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In this extra episode, Jenelle Riley talks with "Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm" star Maria Bakalova about her background, how she landed the role as the daughter of Sacha Baron Cohen's infamous Borat, and what's next for her.

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Jude Law and Carrie Coon on playing a couple whose marriage falls apart in the 1980s-set "The Nest." Also, Kate Winslet and Saoirse Ronan discuss their new film "Ammonite." In the Awards Circuit roundtable, Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Michael Schneider and Jazz Tangcay talk about Sophia Loren's film "The Life Ahead," dissect the best actress Oscar category and look at how the election will impact this year's race.

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"Hamilton" star Leslie Odom, Jr. shares why and how he took on playing the legendary Sam Cooke in Amazon Studios' "One Night in Miami." Also, his co-star Aldis Hodge reveals why he was initially reluctant to play Jim Brown, the only still-living figure in the film. In the Awards Circuit roundtable, Clayton Davis, Jenelle Riley, Michael Schneider and Jazz Tangcay discuss David Fincher's "Mank" and dissect the best actor Oscar race.

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