British comedy collides with classic dark satire in The Roses. Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch headline this sharp reimagining of The War of the Roses, swapping destruction for passive-aggressive laughs. But does this modern spin land or fall flat? Plus, Danielle and Christy break down more of their 2025 Emmy Awards predictions, from comedy showdowns (The Bear, Abbott Elementary) to drama favorites (Severance, The White Lotus).
In this episode of The Screening Lounge, expect witty reviews, bold Emmy picks, and plenty of laughs.
Highlights:
The Roses Review — How British wit reshapes a Hollywood classic.
Olivia Colman & Benedict Cumberbatch — powerhouse performances or missed chemistry?
Kate McKinnon & Andy Samberg — brilliant energy or too much SNL?
2025 Emmy Awards predictions — who takes home the gold in comedy & drama?
Supporting Standouts — from Janelle James (Abbott Elementary) to Trammell Tillman (Severance).
Chapters:
01:19 - The Roses
13:56 - Comedy / Best Lead Actor
17:31 - Comedy / Supporting Actor
19:36 - Comedy / Supporting Actress
21:48 - Drama / Lead Actress
24:13 - Drama / Lead Actor
28:05 - Drama / Supporting Actress
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