After his triumphant introduction of the movie director game, Sam Esmail rejoins Amanda and Sean to discuss his 2020 movie-watching experiences, his favorites films of the year, how the medium could change after the pandemic, and what value the Oscars do or don't have. He covers all this with the aid of a helpful new exercise: The Best Picture match game.

Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins

Guest: Sam Esmail

Producer: Bobby Wagner

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