The Bigger Picture

We recorded this before the news of John Singleton being hospitalized. We're glad to hear that he's pulling through!

Theater ownership by majors such as Netflix, as well as Indie Distributors like ARRAY give a glimpse into a more equitable film industry where self-sufficiency could be the norm. Also, we discuss our streaming preferences and why one of us... has two Netflix accounts.

THIS IS A LATE UPLOAD. Sorry for that. But the fellas dive into topics ranging from the issues with Suicide Squad, Donald Glover's latest project, Nipsey Hussle's legacy, Ashton Sanders' beef with A24 regarding Native Son, and more. It's been a tumultuous week here in the city of angels but we're working on making this show more consistent and more enjoyable for you all. Thank you for your patience and your support. We'll have a new episode sooner than you think.

It's just Jacob and Mims this time. Here to discuss the ongoing battle between streamers and theatrical exhibitors as well as the new Joker footage and Avengers: Endgame projections. We start off with a brief tribute to a legend: Nipsey Hussle. We're still in the denial phase of grief so bare with us. As always thank you for listening and please tell a friend as we continue to refine this show!

We were gone for a minute BUT we're back to talk about the new film by Mr. Peele and shout out some of our favorite films made by women to cap off Women's Appreciation Month. Headlines include several films that just got secured distribution as well as release dates. The latest news on Christopher Nolan's film and the drama with a chief executive at Warner Bros. Stay tuned for news about our film club coming soon!

The guys get into some pressing topics including the Oscars and their reasons as to why the award show is becoming less and less relevant. Headlines include: Spike Jonze's short film for Med Men, the passing of Nathaniel Taylor, Spike Lee and Boots Riley squashing their beef, and much more.

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The amazing Steph Watts calls into the show and we get into allll of the topics. We discuss her favorite films from 2018, her film club: Be Reel Black Cinema Club, our dream double screening lineups, and much more. And there's so many headlines to list that you'll just have to listen to catch them all. This is our best episode yet, so enjoy!

With Jacob back in LA, the gang is back in the same room once again. They finish up the recap of Sundance, specifically Jacob's favorite film from the festival: The Last Black Man in San Francisco. They also talk about whether Sundance is truly for "independent" films or if it's just a facade. Headlines include: DJ Shadow is on an album inspired by Roma, a death in the film community, Steven Soderbergh's new iPhone film, Julie Dash is directing the Angela Davis biopic, and more.

Mark and Mims hold it down while Jacob was away at Sundance. This was recorded on Friday, February 1st. The guys call Jacob at the end of a long third day and get the latest updates on what he's seen, what he likes, what he dislikes, and general observations of the festival. Mark and Mims also deliver a few headlines including: The next phase of the Fast and Furious franchise, as well as the latest on the next Tarantino film. Please forgive some audio issues this time around, and most importantly - Enjoy.

Mark and Mims calm Jacob down regarding his upcoming trip to Sundance. They discuss visual albums as well as the 2019 Oscar nominations. And provide headlines: A loss in the animation world, F. Gary Gray's new production, and the first acquisition at Sundance provides some insight to some potentially huge changes in the streaming landscape.

Jacob, Big Mark, and Mims reunite for the reincarnation of The Bigger Picture - the podcast where these guys, along with occasional special guests banter and have lively discussions about film, entertainment, and so much more.

In this episode, The Bigger Picture lays out their favorites of 2018 and as always give headlines: updates on A24's plans for 2019, John Boyega's South African crime thriller, Ghostbusters, Jordan Peele, and more.

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