The Izzy and Murtada Picture Show

The 2025 Oscar season is finally OVER and Izzy and Murtada are here to wrap up their thoughts on the ceremony. Conan O'Brien may not have wanted to waste our time, but Adrien Brody certainly did! A huge PARABÉNS para o Brasil for its groundbreaking win for I'm Still Here. Sean Baker and virtually the entire Anora team had a huge night as well, sweeping 5 of its 6 nominated categories, including Best Actress for Mikey Madison. They talk about her win, the influence of Cannes, and what this ceremony might mean for the future of cinema. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oscars are just a few days away so, this week, Izzy and Murtada return to make their picks and predictions for the awards. Does Anora's surge at the guild awards mean it's likely to take home Best Picture? How will mounting scandals affect the chances of Emilia Perez? Will Demi Moore win for her career or will it be Mikey Madison's breakthrough? Why is James Mangold here? Tune in next week for their reactions after the ceremony as well! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada highlight three films with a shot at Best Actor/Actress. First, a look at HARD TRUTHS, the latest collaboration from Mike Leigh and Marianne Jean-Baptiste that critics adore but has had trouble picking up wins from other awards bodies. Will Jean-Baptiste take home the BAFTA and secure the Oscar nomination? Next, they discuss Pamela Anderson's unexpected and vulnerable lead turn as the titular Last Showgirl. Does the film have the juice to propel her to a Best Actress nomination? Finally, they attempt to unpack the ostensibly complex persona of Bob Dylan and Timothee Chalamet's highly regarded performance in A Complete Unknown. Will the Academy's musical biopic fetish push him over the line with Best Actor? All that and more on this week's IM Picture Show!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada talk about the Golden Globes winners and SAG nominations. Does this win make DEMI MOORE the Oscar frontrunner? What does I”M STILL HERE tell us about living without freedom? How does THE BRUTALIST grapple with its monumental themes? Is BABYGIRL too tame? Why isn't A DIFFERENT MAN more of a contender? Plus the EMILIA PEREZ controversy!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada talk about the Golden Globes nominations. What is Kate Winslet doing there? Is Selena Gomez's accent bad? Does it matter that Isabella Rossellini's performance is super short? (No). They also discuss Robert Eggers's latest horror film Nosferatu, an update of the German Expressionist classic. Is Lily Rose Depp the new horror girlie? And why is Aaron Taylor Johnson in this?!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While Izzy is away, Murtada welcomes back critic Karl Delossantos to discuss Ridley Scott messy sequel, Gladiator II. the conversation covers the miscast Paul Mescal, the lazy filmmaking and the bad script. Suffice it to say we are not fans. The conversation starts with awards season and the winners at the Gothams and the New York Film Critics Circle. Then filmmaker Payal Kapadia joins Murtada to talk about her sublime portrait of Mumbai, All We Imagine As Light. Kapadia discusses making the jump from documentary to fiction, her sense of character, the wonderful actresses she worked with and how everyone should take a vacation!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada take a look at the movie musical event of the season—Wicked! The two discuss their respective histories with the musical and how that influenced their expectations of the film. Together, they try to answer the film's most pressing question: why does it look like that? We can never be sure. But we can be sure that Ariana Grande is a star and Stephen Schwartz can write a damn tune. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada take a look at two films: Emilia Perez, a semi-controversial musical directed by Jacques Audiard about a lawyer who is recruited by a drug cartel boss to assist in locating a doctor for her transition, and A Real Pain, a Jesse Eisenberg film about two cousins who travel to Poland together to explore their family history and rekindle their relationship. While Emilia Perez left the duo wondering what on earth Greta Gerwig's Cannes jury was thinking, A Real Pain at least stirred some interesting thoughts about how we observe the past today. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardinals in red dresses! Isabella Rossellini as the nun who knows all! This week Izzy and Murtada discuss Edward Berger's Oscar tipped "Conclave." Ostensibly about choosing a new pope and the machinations that goes behind the scenes of that process, the film proves to be a crowd pleaser. But does it have much on its mind beyond that? And more importantly, is Ralph Fiennes still fuckable?Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada interview Palestinian activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham whose documentary, No Other Land, won the Panorama Audience Award for Best Documentary Film at the 2024 Berlinale Film Festival. The film captures the reality of life in Masafer Yatta, a small group of villages in the West Bank subject to the laws of the apartheid state of Israel. The film is an urgent call to action anchored by astounding footage captured on the ground by these genuine friends who are unequal citizens. Donate to help Palestine survive: https://www.savethechildren.org/us/where-we-work/west-bank-gaza Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada review four films they saw at the New York Film Festival: Anora, Rumours, Nickel Boys, and Maria. Is the first person framing in Nickel Boys a gimmick or a unique, empathic tool? Did Anora deserve the Palme d'Or? Will Angelina Jolie get an Oscar nom for her performance in Maria? Is Guy Maddin okay?? Tune in to find out!ollow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back and hotter than ever!! Murtada and Izzy discuss Coralie Fargeat's sophomore feature, THE SUBSTANCE, a body horror currently making waves in theaters. They debate the film's gruesome third act and unpack some of its thought-provoking (if limited) politics. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If fall is in in the air, that means the podcast is coming back. As our favorite film season starts, Murtada interviews director Robert Kolodny about his new film, "The Featherweight." Out in New York this week, this is a thrilling boxing drama capturing a chapter in true-life story of Italian-American boxer Willie Pep. Set in 1960s the film works with several genres (comedy, mockumentary and drama) and has star making performances from its leads James Maddio and Ruby Wolf. Kolodny discusses his process, his inspirations, how he toggles between directing and cinematography, among other topics.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy interviews author Carrie Courogen about her book, Miss May Does Not Exist: The Life and Work of Elaine May, Hollywood's Hidden Genius. With this biography, Courogen achieved the seemingly impossible task of creating an intimate portrait of a woman who desperately does not want to be known, but very much deserves to be. From the origins of improv comedy to the funniest movies of the 1970s to the notorious legal battles that hovered over May's career, Courogen gets into all of it with exquisite detail and conversational charm. Follow Carrie on social media for more: @carriecourogenFollow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Murtada interviews writer and director Fawzia Mirza about The Queen of My Dreams. Mirza discusses her film, a mother/ daughter drama inspired by both Bollywood musicals and Mirza's own life as a queer Pakistani Muslim, and how she wanted to make a hopeful narrative and how she collaborated with her actors to ground its fantastical elements in reality. Before that Izzy and murtada discuss the fall film festival announcements and which films they are excited to see (Lady Gaga! Pedro Almodovar! Amy Adams!).Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a busy few summer weeks, Izzy and Murtada catch up on the things they've been watching, including the latest documentaries from Tribeca like the recent Liza Minnelli documentary. Then the real debate heats up over Netflix's Hit Man: is it a crowd-pleaser or not? Is Glenn Powell the next big movie star or would his PR people just like you to think that? They debate, you decide!Article mentioned: Every Hollywood “it” boy is a white guy!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Karl Delossantos joins Izzy and Murtada to report on his experience at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival! His favorite of the festival? Anora, Sean Baker's Palme d'Or winning film about a sex worker who becomes involved with the son of a Russian oligarch. We also dive deep into Francis Ford Coppola's passion project Megalopolis, a confounding statement about we're-not-exactly-sure but are still excited to see, as well as Yorgos Lanthimos's latest Kinds of Kindness, starring his usual cadre of actors as well as Best Actor winning Jesse Plemons. Other films discussed: The Apprentice, The Substance, Emilia Pérez, Bird, and Armand. We also briefly discuss Furiosa, and why it might not live up to Fury Road. Tune in to create your watchlist for fall 2024!!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's summer 2024 baby! Takes are heating up faster than the alleged chemistry between Nick Galitzine and Anne Hathaway in The Idea of You. Murtada starts us off with rants about that film and The Fall Guy, before the pair turn their attention to Back to Black, the latest biopic covering the life of the late English legend Amy Winehouse. They discuss what the film gets right and wrong, and how challenging it is to play a star of such a huge magnitude. They compare Back to Black to recent biopics of music icons like Bob Marley and Whitney Huston, and *more importantly* fight about Renee Zellweger in Judy. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Izzy and Murtada make their grand return to the podcast to discuss Challengers, the latest from Italian director Luca Guadagnino. Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist star in this sensual thriller that brings audiences into the melodramatic world of professional tennis. Tensions run high when their lives collide in a make-or-break match that will determine the next steps in their career. In this episode, they discuss the star power of Zendaya, Josh O'Connor's scene-stealing performance as Patrick, the attention-grabbing score, and how Challengers fits into the broader filmography of Luca Guadagnino. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 96th Academy Awards were on Sunday and Izzy and Murtada have thoughts about them!!! In this episode they review Ryan Gosling's fun rendition of I'm Just Ken, Jonathan Glazer's brave political statement, possibly the worst In Memoriam segment to have ever graced a telecast, and, of course, Emma Stone's Best Actress win. Why didn't Killers of the Flower Moon win any awards? How come everyone loved Oppenheimer so much? Listen to find out what we think!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Izzy chats with host of Turner Classic Movies, Dave Karger, about his book “50 Oscar Nights: Iconic Stars and Filmmakers on their Career-Defining Wins.” This collection of original interviews with actors, filmmakers, musicians, and craftspeople spans 60 years of Oscar history, and provides truly personal insight into a very public, much-discussed event. Karger talks about what it's like being on the red carpet, his interviews with actors like Jane Fonda and Hilary Swank, and how he'd like to see the Oscars evolve in the future. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The time has come! The Oscars are on March 10th and this week Murtada and Izzy predict the winners in all the major categories. They also advocate for who they want to see win. Gather around and hear arguments for Lily Gladstone, The Zone of Interest, Colman Domingo, Sandra Huller and Anatomy of a Fall and many others. The epsode includes a discussion about what transpired during the Indie Spirit Awards!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wonder what campy double-header Izzy and Murtada would program for a live event? What's going on with Meryl Streep's career? Who should be Sofia Coppola's next muse? What's it like balancing personal passions with audience expectations? This week on the pod—you asked, we answered!!! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Karl Delossantos joins us again to review two. best International Film nominees: Society of the Snow and Perfect Days! We discuss whether we'd survive a harrowing plane crash in the Andes (absolutely not) and how slow cinema can actually be extraordinarily riveting. Listen as you trek through the snow from the most recent blizzard for full effect. Read Murtada's review of Perfect Days.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Murtada interviews Moses Bwayo the director of the Oscar nominated documentary Bobi Wine: The People's President. The conversation encompasses Bwayo's 5-year long quest to bring to audiences the story of Wine, a popular musician in Uganda who tried to serve his community by challenging an authoritarian dictator and how that impacted him, his family and the people of Uganda. But before that Izzy and Murtada talk about their favorite Oscar category; best actress and what Annette Bening, Lily Gladstone, Sandra Huller, Emma Stone and Carey Mulligan are doing - and not doing - to win the big award.For more information on the Sudan crisis go to this link: Keep Eyes On SudanFollow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oscar nominations were announced on Tuesday morning and obviously everyone is being very chill about it—Izzy and Murtada included! This week they caught up to mourn the May December snubs, give their predictions for the major categories, and, YES, wade into the Barbie discourse. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada welcome Karl Delossantos to discuss All of Us Strangers, Andrew Haigh's metaphysical meditation on the relationships of queer children to their parents. Izzy also offers her thoughts on Oppenheimer, which took her far too long to see, but which turned out to not be that urgent in her opinion. Finally, the trio gives their thoughts about the upcoming Oscar nominations—who's in, who's out, and who will be out but should be in! Here's Murtada's review of the fil @ AV Club.Information and tickets for Sudanese Night at Cheers Cinema, introduced by Murtada.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In their first recording session of 2024, Izzy and Murtada catch up on the Golden Globes and SAG nominations. They lament the gradual erasure of May December, wonder if the Bradley Cooper discourse has gone too far, and debate whether Annette Bening truly will be nominated for NYAD!Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada are joined by Jenny He and Dara Jaffe, the brilliant curators behind The Academy Museum's John Waters exhibition, “Pope of Trash.” The exhibition, which runs until August 2024, is the first comprehensive exhibition dedicated to Waters's work. From his earliest 8mm silent films to his most recent film, 2004's A Dirty Shame, it explores his filmmaking process, singular style, and the core themes of his work. In this interview, He and Jaffe share insight into the curation process, including anecdotes about collaborating with Waters, and elaborate on what it means for the filmmaker to be elevated by the Museum at this stage in his career. Learn more about the exhibition here, Check out the exhibition catalog here.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Murtada interviews Palestinian director Lina Soualem about her Oscar tipped movie, Bye Bye Tiberias. Soualem traces the history of four generations of Palestinian women in her family by pointing the camera at her mother, actress Hiam Abbas, of Succession fame. In playfully recreating moments from Abbas' life in Palestine, with her sisters, mother and grandmother, Soualem pays tribute to the women in her family while creating a record of the political and cultural issues of her lifetime. The conversation touches on the warm reaction the film has been recieving in festivals while Palestinian people live with the reality of what's happening in Gaza.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy chatted with Sydney Urbanek, one of our best writers and thinkers on pop stars and their visual antics. Sydney shared her thoughts on two recent theatrical releases by Beyonce and Taylor Swift—the difference between “concert films” and “filmed concerts,” how the films develop their respective personas, and why Izzy is a fool for having not seen Homecoming yet. You can follow Sydney's writing with her newsletter, Mononym Mythology: https://sydurbanek.ghost.io/Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada discuss Emerald Fennell's Saltburn and Bradley Cooper's Maestro, two films they are largely less than enthusiastic about. They analyze Saltburn's odd politics and character motivations (or lack thereof), while digging into Cooper's motivations for turning Maestro from a conventional biopic into a portrait of a marriage (of all things). Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada go to bat for their respective favorite new releases in theaters this week: Poor Things and The Holdovers. Murtada sings the praises of Emma Stone's Oscar-worthy performance, while Izzy essentially just wishes Hal Ashby were still alive. They also break down the highly competitive Best Supporting Actress race this year. Will Julianne Moore sneak a second win for May December?Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada are joined by Agniia Galdanova and Igor Myakotin, the director and producer of Queendom, a documentary that follows Russian drag artist Gena Marvin through the streets of Moscow and the harsh but beautiful landscape of Magadan, Russia. The film details not only Gena's stunning transformations, but also the increasing restrictions on queer life and protest as the invasion of Ukraine changes the shape of Russian society. Galdanova and Myakotin provide insight into how they filmed the documentary, the challenges of making art in and about Russia, and Gena's evolution as an artist. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada take a look at Netflix's NYAD, a biopic of marathon swimmer Diana Nyad who, at 64 years old, became the first person to successfully (?) swim from Cuba to Florida. The film stars Annette Bening as the titular Nyad and Jodie Foster as her coach and ex-lover Bonnie Stoll. The hosts rave about Bening's exaggerated and intense performance, and admire Foster's usual strength and intelligence. They also make a bet—will the film's duo be nominated this year at the Oscars? Tune in next week as they lay down the stakes. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Murtada and Izzy discuss Sofia Coppola's latest, Priscilla—a film Izzy has been thinking about nonstop for 2 weeks straight. Unsurprisingly, she has a lot of opinions about it, Coppola's filmmaking, Priscilla's memoir, and more, while Murtada offers insight into Coppola's larger oeuvre and why he does and very much also does not enjoy it. They also discuss the film's stars and whether or not Oscar nominations are in the cards for them. For more from Izzy on this film, read her (first!!) piece with Filmmaker Magazine: https://t.co/mJlKc4iUtz Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Murtada and Izzy join the chorus of cinephiles raving over Martin Scorsese's latest, Killers of the Flower Moon. The pair talk through viral clips concerning the film's perspective, how the film fits into Scorsese's iconic filmography, its ending, and whether or not it's Lily Gladstone's year. Murtada also catches us up on some titles that will appear in this year's Doc NYC, an annual festival celebrating some of the year's best documentaries. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada continue their breakdown of NYFF titles, specifically focusing on Justine Triet's Palme d'Or winning drama Anatomy of a Fall. Izzy tries to contain her unbridled love for Sandra Hüller, while Murtada breaks down how the film pulls the audience in various directions throughout—Do we believe Sandra's version? Or is she lying? You'll have to see the film to decide for yourself, now in theaters! Izzy and Murtada also briefly discuss Priscilla, Evil Does Not Exist, Zone of Interest and Maestro as they struggle to rank their favorites from this year's very strong NYFF lineup. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Murtada and Izzy talk about some of the films they have been watching at the New York Film Festival. They offer brief discussions of May December, The Zone of Interest, Evil Does Not Exist, The Taste of Things and deeper dive into this week's release; Pedro Almodovar's Strange Way of Life. They also tease a few Oscar categories where they think some of these films might compete. Plus The Lost Boys and All the Fires which are playing at NewFest.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The show is back after a summer hiatus. And on a new day, catch now on Wednesdays. In this episode Murtada and Izzy talk about what movies they loved this summer including the phenomenon that is Barbenheimer. They look forward to the fall slate of awards ready movies like Poor Things, May December, All of Us Strangers and many more. These will play at the New York Film Festival and at NewFest New York's LGBTQ+ film festival and will be discussed right here. (This was recorded last week so congrats to WGA on getting what they asked for and solidarity with SAG.)Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What makes a female character unlikeable? What does unlikeable mean anyway? To Anna Bogutskaya, everything and nothing. Bogutskaya unpacks these questions in her book “Unlikeable Female Characters: The Women Pop Culture Wants You to Hate” and this week on the podcast, Izzy and Murtada ask her all about it. From the mad woman, to the shrew, to the trainwreck, they talk about their favorite flawed women and why society has trouble understanding them. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Matt Baume stops by to chat with Izzy and Murtada about his book, “Hi Honey, I'm Homo: Sitcoms, Specials, and the Queering of American Culture.” You may recognize Matt from his wonderful YouTube channel where he breaks down episodes of The Golden Girls, All in the Family, Friends, and more to examine how the media has portrayed LGBTQ+ issues throughout American history. His latest book offers this and more— “Hi Honey, I'm Homo! is the story not only of how subversive queer comedy transformed the American sitcom, from its inception through today, but how our favorite sitcoms transformed, and continue to transform, America.”Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada discuss Wes Anderson's latest film, Asteroid City, which Paul Schrader described as “the most Wes Anderson film Wes Anderson has made.” In today's episode, the co-hosts ask the question—is that a good or a bad thing? Controversially underwhelmed by the film's hodgepodge of neurotic misfits navigating a story-within-a-story, Izzy and Murtada unpack Anderson's quasi-European take on the American West, his apolitical approach to filmmaking, and why they think a film can have too many characters. Asteroid City is (probably) playing in a theater near you. Further Reading:Murtada on the Actors in Wes Anderson Films.Murtada's review of Asteroid City.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the podcast, Izzy and Murtada welcome Manuel Betancourt, film critic and author of “The Male Gazed.” This book of essays helps us reframe how we talk about desiring men through deep dives into thirst traps, drag queens, Antonio Banderas, telenovelas, and more. The trio explores Betancourt's guiding question for the book—do I want him or do I want to be him?—while thinking through the conflicting feelings of shame and attraction in queer desire.Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the podcast, Izzy and Murtada take a look at Nicole Holofcener's latest micro-melodrama, "You Hurt My Feelings." Julia Louis-Dreyfuss stars as a novelist who accidentally overhears her husband confess that he does not like her debut novel, despite the fact that he'd told her again and again that he loved it. The “betrayal” causes a crisis of confidence in the marriage, and forces her to reflect on the role of white lies and delusion in keeping the peace between two people who love each other. Izzy and Murtada think about YHMF in the context of Holofcener's filmography and give semi-controversial takes on the widely-beloved film. For donations to the Sudan crisis go to this link: Keep Eyes On SudanFollow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Izzy and Murtada discuss HBO's latest Sydney Sweeney vehicle, “Reality.” Sweeney stars as Reality Winner, the whistleblower accused of leaking classified intelligence documents about Russian interference in the 2016 election to the press. The film's dialogue is sourced directly from transcripts of Winner's interrogation by the FBI, forming a simultaneously tedious and thrilling chamber drama. Murtada compares the film to the stage play upon which it is based, while Izzy reflects on the film's political goals. The duo also discuss Sweeney's rise to stardom and her celebrity persona. You can watch “Reality” right now on HB—sorry, MAX.For donations to the Sudan crisis go to this link: Keep Eyes On Sudan Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada gush about this year's Sundance sensation, PAST LIVES. Celine Song's film directorial debut tells the story of childhood friends Nora (Greta Lee) and Hae Sung (Teo Yoo) who are separated when Nora's family immigrates from South Korea to Canada. Decades later, they reconnect, which prompts both of them to question the role that they play in each other's lives and what their potent chemistry really means. Both Izzy and Murtada fawn over the film's attention to detail, the deeply human, complicated characters Song creates, and its poetic exploration of relationships. See Past Lives in theaters starting June 2. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada welcome Isaac Butler, author of "The Method: How the Twentieth Century Learned to Act.” The trio discusses the scourge of biopics, how the standards of what is considered “good” or “bad” have changed over time, and how the Method redefined masculinity and what's considered “fuckable” on screen but still gets such a bad wrap. Some of the actors discussed (though not all are Method) include Marlon Brando, Kim Stanley, Joan Crawford, John Garfield, Sally Field, Daniel Day Lewis, Nicholas Cage, Joanne Woodward, Al Pacino, Jennifer Garner and Robert De Niro. Butler brings his vast knowledge of the history of acting and, needless to say, Izzy and Murtada wish the conversation could have gone on forever. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Izzy and Murtada talk about the latest entry in their favorite subgenre (older actresses accepting roles to take vacations with their friends)...BOOK CLUB: THE NEXT CHAPTER. Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Mary Steenburgen, and Candice Bergen star as friends for life who, inspired by Paul Coelho's The Alchemist, travel to Italy for a Bachelorette extravaganza. Izzy simultaneously fawns over and cautions against the positive fantasy of a 4K pandemic experience while Murtada wishes he'd had some wine during the screening. Is this film the escapism we need in 2023? (Yes). Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, New Yorker staff writer Michael Schulman joins the podcast to discuss his latest book, Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat and Tears. In a conversation that spans from the union-busting origins of the Academy to Halle Berry's landmark win to the possibilities of the awards ceremony's future, Izzy and Murtada seek to find out: who are the Academy Awards for?Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @IMPictureShow.To hear more from Izzy and Murtada check them out on social media: Izzy (Twitter: @bkrewind, IG: @bk_rewind); Murtada (Twitter: @ME_Says, IG: murtada_e).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.