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Hollister and Wilder finally agree, and not only do they agree, they are singing the praises of what could be one of the finest series ever produced for the screen. Roots not withstanding. Don't miss this review, and if it doesn't make you immediately turn on the series, well, there is no hope.

Hollister and Wilder finally agree, and not only do they agree, they are singing the praises of what could be one of the finest series ever produced for the screen. Roots not withstanding. Don't miss this review, and if it doesn't make you immediately turn on the series, well, there is no hope.

Academy Awards. Killing Eve. And a review of Pam & Tommy, Hulu's new series around the sex tapes from Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee, stolen and put out into the universe without their permission or compensation.

Academy Awards. Killing Eve. And a review of Pam & Tommy, Hulu's new series around the sex tapes from Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee, stolen and put out into the universe without their permission or compensation.

Julian Fellowes has left England behind and brought this well-researched, upstairs downstairs drama to HBO (they are nailing new content this month!) in the form of the Gilded Age. Starring the likes of Cynthia Nixon (you might not recognize her) and Christine Baranski, as the old money and some fresh talent as the new, the Gilded Age transports us to New York. Getting mixed reviews by others, Hollister and Wilder walk us through the background and the overall potential of what Hollister is sure will be another success for Fellowes.

Ok, we knew these three wouldn't be rocket science, but ? Hollister stands by And Just Like That, and Wilder can't relate, which according to Hollister is no surprise given Wilder's age. And Emily and the ladies of Pivoting? Well, listen and see what you think. And, the scandal around Emily in Paris and the Golden Globes will leave you understanding the nods it got last year, which might not have been deserved.

Ok, we knew these three wouldn't be rocket science, but ? Hollister stands by And Just Like That, and Wilder can't relate, which according to Hollister is no surprise given Wilder's age. And Emily and the ladies of Pivoting? Well, listen and see what you think. And, the scandal around Emily in Paris and the Golden Globes will leave you understanding the nods it got last year, which might not have been deserved.

This week Hollister and Wilder remember Sidney Poitier, and talk through Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Lost Daughter, both from the perspective of a woman who has never had children and one who has. So much to discuss in this film and Hollister predicts many nods from the upcoming awards season.

This week Hollister and Wilder remember Sidney Poitier, and talk through Maggie Gyllenthal's The Lost Daughter, both from the perspective of a woman who has never had children and one who has. So much to discuss in this film and Hollister predicts many nods from the upcoming awards season.

Hollister and Wilder are back after a short few weeks celebrating the holidays with two films - Don't Look Up and Being the Ricardos. How does Dr. Strangelove enter into it all? Blame it on Wilder. Such controversy around the Richardos film, and in both films women reign supreme.

Hollister and Wilder are back after a short few weeks celebrating the holidays with two films - Don't Look Up and Being the Ricardos. How does Dr. Strangelove enter into it all? Blame it on Wilder. Such controversy around the Richardos film, and in both films, women reign supreme.

King Richard, or the story about Richard William's complicated personality and design for Venus and Serena to become who they became; two of the greatest women tennis players in the world. And, Tick, Tick... Boom! Wilder raves, Hollister follows. And a call out to Screen Thoughts lovers to participate in a conversation about Martha Marcey May's resurgence as one of the greatest thrillers of all time? Did you see it? Don't miss this podcast.

Hollister and Wilder talk about the sophisticated, The Harder They Fall film that is on Netflix, and according to both of them, is not to be missed. We share some great back story info to give perspective to the film, and some history to round out how wonderful the entire production is. Don't miss this podcast, and especially listen if Westerns are not typically your thing!

King Richard, or the story about Richard William's complicated personality and design for Venus and Serena to become who they became; two of the greatest women tennis players in the world. And, Tick, Tick... Boom! Wilder raves, Hollister follows. And a call out to Screen Thoughts lovers to participate in a conversation about Martha Marcey May's resurgence as one of the greatest thrillers of all time? Did you see it? Don't miss this podcast.

Finally Steve Martin has written a series worthy of his talent and Hollister is all over it. Great short review to get you scheduling it for holiday viewing with the family. Selena Gomez? Mixed reviews. Is she a bad actor, or just playing a role that makes her look like one? That is the question. Martin Short? Fresh off the stage in The Morning Show, he and Martin have a screen connection that extends to a life long friendship.

Hollister and Wilder talk about the sophisticated, The Harder They Fall film that is on Netflix, and according to both of them, is not to be missed. We share some great back story info to give perspective to the film, and some history to round out how wonderful the entire production is. Don't miss this podcast, and especially listen if Westerns are not typically your thing!

No surprise that Wilder came locked and loaded to personally increase the numbers of those going to see Dune by double digits. Right up her alley, and so much to share in the back story about getting it made, the original book that spawned the film, and the earlier version. Hollister came along begrudgingly but ended up all in for the final count. Do listen before you see the film. No spoilers and lots to help you get the most out of seeing it.

Finally Steve Martin has written a series worthy of his talent and Hollister is all over it. Great short review to get you scheduling it for holiday viewing with the family. Selena Gomez? Mixed reviews. Is she a bad actor, or just playing a role that makes her look like one? That is the question. Martin Short? Fresh off the stage in The Morning Show, he and Martin have a screen connection that extends to a life long friendship.

No surprise that Wilder came locked and loaded to personally increase the numbers of those going to see Dune by double digits. Right up her alley, and so much to share about the back story around getting it made, the original book that spawned the film, and the earlier version. Hollister came along begrudgingly but ended up all in for the final count. Do listen before you see the film. No spoilers and lots to help you get the most out of seeing it.

Roadrunner. Anthony Bourdain. Hollister and Wilder were all over this and we were pleased to have Alex Holt on this podcast to discuss the issues around addiction as well as his thoughts on the documentary. Everyone agrees, this is about more than a man. It's about addiction and the issues surrounding it. Thank you to Limitless Ventures for sponsoring this podcast. We are pairing sponsors with the topic surrounding what we are reviewing. Limitless Ventures invests in companies and technologies that make lives better as they travel the road to recovery.

Based on Beth Macy's book Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company That Addicted America, Hulu dropped the first three episodes of the eight part series, Dopesick. Christine and Wilder were blown away and their review and plea for everyone to watch this series can't be missed. Some back story is important and those fine performances already playing out make this a podcast to listen to before you watch the series.

Based on Beth Macy's book Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company That Addicted America, Hulu dropped the first three episodes of the eight part series, Dopesick. Christine and Wilder were blown away and their review and plea for everyone to watch this series can't be missed. Some back story is important and those fine performances already playing out make this a podcast to listen to before you watch the series.

James Bond. Yep, might be the last time we see James as we have known him for sixty years. Christine (Hollister) and her friend from across the pond, Louise Lloyd get us excited about both the history of the franchise and this film in particular. Don't miss it and do not worry; they do not spoil anything.

Do not miss this podcast. Short, but filled with insight and great review of the new Netflix series, Maid. Hollister compares it to Unbelievable and some of the other strong series in the past few years focusing on women's issues. It's a great watch and a great listen.

James Bond. Yep, might be the last time we see James as we have known him for sixty years. Christine (Hollister) and her friend from across the pond, Louise Lloyd get us excited about both the history of the franchise and this film in particular. Don't miss it and do not worry; they do not spoil anything.

Do not miss this podcast. Short, but filled with insight and great review of the new Netflix series, Maid. Hollister compares it to Unbelievable and some of the other strong series in the past few years focusing on women's issues. It's a great watch and a great listen.

Hollister and Wilder review HBO's new five-part series, Scenes From a Marriage, which is based on Ingmar Bergman's original from the early seventies. Don't miss the show is the take away, and don't miss this podcast, which brings together the differences between the original and the latest, with Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac, who everyone agrees have a kind of connection that make this all the more compelling. Did you know they went to school together twenty years ago and are close friends? And, guess who had the part and was replaced by Jessica late in the game. Our podcast ends with a List of Six marriage films.

This week? We are reviewing Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton and that which he wishes would go away and Monica, who was a producer on the FX Crime Series: Impeachment: American Crime Story. So many take aways and Hollister brings in different age groups and their take on the first two episodes. Do we need this show? And, returning to the infamous List of Six started by O'Toole and Hollister years ago, Wilder and Hollister provide a List of Six around Political Films.

This week? We are reviewing the story of Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton in Impeachment: American Crime Story. It follows the story of Bill, who wishes all of this would go away, and Monica, who was a producer on the FX drama. So many takeaways and Hollister brings in different age groups and their take on the first two episodes. Do we need this show? And, returning to the infamous List of Six started by O'Toole and Hollister years ago, Wilder and Hollister provide a List of Six around Political Films.

Hollister's nose is out of joint around why, oh why would there be a need for another Cinderella film (yes, there are more than 100 films that tell that story), and Wilder accuses her of being incapable of having fun. Ouch. It's a heated discussion and they are still friends but do not agree even one bit on the worth and the production of this film.

Hollister's nose is out of joint around why, or why there is a need for another Cindarella film (yes, there are more than 100 films that tell that story), and Wilder accuses her of being incapable of having fun. Ouch. It's a heated discussion and they are still friends but do not agree even one bit on the worth and the production of this film.

The twenty year anniversary of 911 is upon us and the release of Netflix's Worth, walks through the difficult process of determining compensation for the families of the victims. "Worth is really all about what a life is worth," more than the attacks that hit America on 911," Hollister surmises. It's an interesting look at what was behind the film and Hollister reading the lawyer's review of America's attitude during the years following the attack is worth the podcast.

The twenty year anniversary of 911 is upon us and the release of Netflix's Worth, walks through the difficult process of determining compensation for the families of the victims. "Worth is really all about what a life is worth," more than the attacks that hit America on 911," Hollister surmises. It's an interesting look at what was behind the film and Hollister reading the lawyer's review of America's attitude during the years following the attack is worth the podcast.

Hollister & Wilder go over The Chair, with the fabulous Sandra Oh, and then Hollister brings in Lori Rutter, a friend and Harvard Alum, who talks a bit about the idea that the series is based on Harvard. And, Lori adds a request at the end to have Hollister and Wilder review We Are Lady Parts.

Hollister and Wilder go over The Chair, with the fabulous Sandra Oh, and then Hollister brings in Lori Rutter, a friend and Harvard Alum, who brought it to the attention of Wilder and Hollister. And, Lori adds a request at the end to have Hollister and Wilder review We Are Lady Parts. Don't miss Sandra Oh's much talked about series. .

Hollister and Wilder delve into Nine Perfect Strangers, the week after The White Lotus, which is a double dose of white privilege and despair. And, to give some perspective, Hollister questions Wilder on her love of Super Hero films with her mini review of The Suicide Squad. Don't miss it.

Hollister and Wilder delve into Nine Perfect Strangers, the week after The White Lotus, which is a double dose of white privilege and despair. And, to give some perspective, Hollister questions Wilder on her love of Super Hero films with her mini review of The Suicide Squad. Don't miss it.

This week Hollister and Wilder take on The White Lotus, the HBO six-part controversial satirical series, dealing with white privilege, written by a white man, Mike White (yes, we know the last name fits the bill), and is not to be missed. Hollister falls in love with the critic, @BrookeObie, who helped unveil a point of view that she missed around the film's hubris. Don't miss this conversation around the series, and the times in which we live.

This week Hollister and Wilder take on The White Lotus, the HBO six-part controversial satirical series, dealing with white privilege, written by a white man, Mike White (yes, we know the last name fits the bill), and is not to be missed. Hollister falls in love with the critic, @BrookeObie, who helped unveil a point of view that she missed around the film's hubris. Don't miss this conversation around the series, and the times in which we live.

Hollister and Wilder take on Dr. Death, the eight episode series launched by Peacock around the Texas doctor, Christopher Dunsch, who butchered 33 patients before being incarcerated for the rest of his life. What a cast! Christian Slater (Hollister says she never recognizes him in a film/series until she thinks about it), and Alec Baldwin take on the system in a grueling story that will make you go to physical therapy one more time before going under the knife. And, Hollister takes on Vogue Magazine for their article around film 'make overs' (seriously?!) Don't miss this week's Screen Thoughts.

Hollister and Wilder take on Dr. Death, the eight episode series launched by Peacock around the Texas doctor, Christopher Duntsch, who butchered 33 patients before being incarcerated for the rest of his life. What a cast! Christian Slater (Hollister says she never recognizes him in a film/series until she thinks about it), and Alec Baldwin take on the system in a grueling story that will make you go to physical therapy one more time before going under the knife. And, Hollister takes on Vogue Magazine for their article around film 'makeovers' (seriously?!) Don't miss this week's Screen Thoughts.

According to Hollister, Physical has enlightening moments for those women struggling with emotional issues. Wilder gets right to the point of eating disorders, anxiety and a relatable woman in the enormously talented Rose Bryrne. You remember Rose; Hollister says she rocked being Gloria Steinem in Mrs. America, but her claim is the two Emmys for her work on Damages. Hooray for Scarlett Johansson, who is taking Disney on with the fierceness of Cruella. Wilder gives some insight into the entire case, and both Wilder and Hollister agree that Amanda Knox's editorial on Medium, where she calls out the world for using her name and persona without permission (Stillwater is the film and Matt Damon is the star) and leaves her without agency. All in all, much ado is doing on this week's podcast.

According to Hollister, Physical has enlightening moments for those women struggling with emotional issues. Wilder gets right to the point of eating disorders, anxiety and a relatable woman in the enormously talented Rose Bryrne. You remember Rose; Hollister says she rocked being Glorian Steinem in Mrs. America, but her claim is the two Emmys for her work on Damages. Hooray for Scarlett Johansson, who is taking Disney on with the fierceness of Cruella. Wilder gives some insight into the entire case, and both Wilder and Hollister agree that Amanda Knox's editorial on Medium, where she calls out the world for using her name and persona without permission (Stillwater is the film and Matt Damon is the star) and leaves her without agency. All in all, much ado is doing on this week's podcast.

This week Hollister and Wilder review Ted Lasso; the series that has everyone in America laughing, and according to Hollister, perhaps it is working because of this moment in time in which we live, rather than it being funny. And, Wilder gives you some 'if you liked Ted Lasso, you will like" ideas. Hollister will be on a panel at the Wood's Hole Film Festival, and some write in comments around last week's Black Widow.

This week Hollister and Wilder review Ted Lasso; the series that has everyone in America laughing, and according to Hollister, perhaps it is working because of this moment in time in which we live, rather than it being funny. And, Wilder gives you some 'if you liked Ted Lasso, you will like" ideas. Hollister will be on a panel at the Wood's Hole Film Festival, and some write in comments around last week's Black Widow.

Hollister was not a fan of Black Widow until Wilder enlightened her and now she's going back to revisit. Don't miss Wilder's insightful take on the first Marvel film to have a female lead. And, of course, a bit about the Emmy nominations and what should or shouldn't have been.

Hollister was not a fan of Black Widow until Wilder enlightened her and now she's going back to revisit. Don't miss Wilder's insightful take on the first Marvel film to have a female lead. And, of course, a bit about the Emmy nominations and what should or shouldn't have been.

Join Hollister and Wilder as they review Steven Soderbergh's No Sudden Move, a combination film noir, comedy, drama around so many pillars of plot; racism, Detroit in the 50's, crime families, and so much more. And for a little blast to the past, a reminder that The Bird Cage is celebrating its 25 year anniversary, and there are so much wonderful inside scoops to uncover.

Join Hollister and Wilder as they review Steven Soderbergh's No Sudden Move, a combination film noir, comedy, drama around so many pillars of plot; racism, Detroit in the 50's, crime families, and so much more. And for a little blast to the past, a reminder that The Bird Cage is celebrating its 25 year anniversary, and there are so much wonderful inside scoops to uncover.

Cruella ... a must see from both Hollister and Wilder, no matter your age or whether you saw the original oh so long ago. Don't miss the history, the fun, more.

Hollister and Wilder review Season Four of The Handmaid's Tale, with an added review of the 1990 film, which Wilder had no idea existed. Roger Ebert's review of the 1990 film shows how far we have come in understanding the issues that The Handmaid's Tale highlights. Or not? Don't miss this episode; but beware, there are spoilers for the finale if you haven't watched it yet.

Join Hollister on a short review of Season Four of The Handmaid's Tale. She makes the case for watching it, though some of the reviews are screaming, "enough is enough!"

Join Hollister & Wilder while they debates both Operation Varsity Blues and Percy & Goliath. No agreement this week.

Hollister and Wilder dig deep into Mare of Easttown and Shadow & Bone. Dark forces from fantasy land with Shadow & Bone and dark forces in the shadows of Philadelphia take over. Both are worth a watch if you ask Hollister and Wilder.

Join Hollister and Wilder as they take a look at the new Dexter teaser, the Halston series on Netflix and yes, the Friends Reunion. Guess who isn't a Friends fan?

Oslo, HBO's new film around the 1993 Oslo Peace Accords, based on the play by J.T. Rogers, is a must see in this challenging moment in time almost thirty years later. Watch with your family, your class, your whatever. And, talk about it. And if you are a biz person, watch it to learn about the art of negotiation. Brilliant story. Both Hollister and Wilder had strong words around both the message and the methods used to film it.

In the Heights is the film reviewed this week by Hollister and Wilder. "It's no sound of music?" The controversy around the casting is discussed and a general celebration of the culture and film abound.

Hollister and Wilder talk Academy Awards 2021. Yes, Hollister still thinks they are a waste of time, but there's a lot of backstory on some of the nominees, and their predictions might mirror your own.

Hollister and Wilder talk Academy Awards 2021. Yes, Hollister still thinks they are a waste of time, but there’s a lot of backstory on some of the nominees, and their predictions might mirror your own.

Hollister and Wilder take a look at HBO’s The Nevers series, which premiered to the largest audience in HBO history. Yes, it takes place in the Victorian era, where women were corseted, but according to the series, they also had special powers. Wilder is all in. Hollister? Not so much.

Screen Thoughts: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom This week Hollister and Wilder join Hollywood's heralding of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, where Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis raise the bar of acting acumen yet again. If you haven't seen the film, you will want you after listening, and if you have seen the film, you will gain a lot of insight into what was happening behind the scenes and how it all came together.

In this episode, Tyler shares with you how to retarget people who engage with your Instagram account, updates you on Instagram's redesign, gives you his thoughts on Parler, and much more. He also answers listener questions on his favorite books, video equipment he recommends, and tools to get that perfect Instagram grid. Connect with Tyler on Instagram @tylerjanderson and if you're new to the show, subscribe now!

Move over Bobby Fischer and Gary Kasparov—there is a new chess prodigy on the scene; Beth Harmon, chess player extraordinaire who redefines the Queen’s Gambit, which for those of you not on the chess circuit is an opening move that has a lot of history. Netflix’s #1 show, starring Anya Taylor-Joy as the fictional Beth Harmon, provides yet another vehicle for a strong woman’s plot. Merser and Bassin walk us through the many moves that make this one of the best series of 2020. And, bringing back The List of Six that was a Hollister O’Toole centerpiece, they give us all six movies or series episodes to watch before election results start pouring in on Tuesday. Don’t miss this week’s Screen Thoughts’ episode.

Screen Thoughts broadcasts from the 25th annual Hamptons International Film Festival, with special guest Diane Barrett. On red carpets; Itzhak Perlman; The Divine Order (“Die göttliche Ordnung”); and women's suffrage. At 7:45: Line judges: listeners did not love-love Hollister’s comments about Emma Stone playing Billie Jean King? 11:50: Hollister and Diane review Earth: One Amazing Day (narrated by Robert Redford), and at 16:02: Fry Day, a short by Laura Moss. 22:16: Mrs. Brown returns as Victoria and Abdul? Directed by Stephen Frears; starring Dame Judi Dench, Ali Fazal, and Adeel Akhtar (The Big Sick); based on the book by Shrabani Basu. 36:03: This week's #ListofSix - 6 Things O’Toole Learned About Dame Julie Andrews, recipient of #HIFF25's lifetime achievement award; featuring a Q&A with festival co-chair Alec Baldwin.

Hollister takes Baby Driver for a spin; why JLaw dropped out of The Rosie Project; some very active Downton Abbey alumni; and... is Stephen King putting clowns out of work? ​ More from our literary Hollywood dealmaker: click here for Big Little Lies and 20 More Books on Reese Witherspoon's Must-Read List. ​ At 7:44: A nuanced, soulful, cringe-worthy comedy, or a paean to privilege? Hollister and O'Toole debate Brad's Status, written and directed by Mike White (Beatriz at Dinner); starring Ben Stiller and Austin Abrams as a college-campus-touring father-son duo. ​ 30:48: Inspired by a Screen Thoughts listener, this week's #ListOfSix: 6 Movies People Would Be Surprised to Learn We've Never Seen. Hint: men in ape costumes make the grade.

Will Anne Hathaway be Queen? A posthumous close to Garry Marshall's Princess Diaries trilogy? At 2:16: Screen Thoughts pays homage with this week's #ListOfSix: 6 Amazing Things about the late, great, Pulitzer-winning Sam Shepard, who really seemed made of The Right Stuff. ​8:50: Amazon calls on the Mad Men team to turn F. Scott Fitzgerald's last (and unfinished) novel into a 9-part series: The Last Tycoon. Written & created by Billy Ray; cinematography by Danny Moder. Starring Matt Bomer, Kelsey Grammer, Rosemarie DeWitt, Lily Collins, Dominique McElligott, and Jennifer Beals. 9:24: Amazon's adaptation inspires this week's #BlastFromThePastFilm: Elia Kazan's prior iteration The Last Tycoon (1976); written by Harold Pinter; starring Robert De Niro, Tony Curtis, Robert Mitchum, Jeanne Moreau, and Jack Nicholson. ​30:44: 20 years after her death, a real-life Princess Diaries: Diana, Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy (HBO).

Guess which Oscar winner will be fêted at the Hamptons International Film Festival this year. (Hint: she might arrive via umbrella.) At 4:44: Either Hollister was kidnapped, or she snuck out and saw Snatched. Is the Amy Schumer-Goldie Hawn vehicle a Trainwreck? 9:34: O'Toole picks Cactus Flower (1969) - and Goldie Hawn's Oscar-winning turn - as this week's #BlastFromThePastFilm. Don't miss this clip - a dance scene with Goldie Hawn and Ingrid Bergman (yes, that Ingrid Bergman). Then it's on to pure genius (the non-dancing variety). 10:06: This week's #ListOfSix: Our 6 Favorite Math/Science Movies. 20:45: National Geographic's first foray into dramatic programming: Genius, a 10-episode series re-teaming the Oscar-winning duo of Executive Producers Ron Howard and Brian Grazer (A Beautiful Mind; Apollo 13). Based on Einstein: His Life and Universe by Walter Isaacson; starring Oscar-winner Geoffrey Rush as the older Einstein. O'Toole shares her 3 favorite Einstein facts (only one involves his brain). 32:49: Hollister on HBO's documentary Becoming Warren Buffett - which she might actually do, if she watches it one more time. (O'Toole is holding out for a mention of Dairy Queen.) 38:10: A stain on our history: Screen Thoughts discusses the documentary Relocation, Arkansas: Aftermath of Incarceration. Hollister interviews director (and author of Camp Nine) Vivienne Schiffer. Available on The World Channel and select PBS stations.

Screen Thoughts (almost) hits a milestone; Emma Watson (Beauty and the Beast) on her gender-free MTV Award. At 4:11: This week's #ListOfSix: Our 6 Favorite Screen Moms. ​15:16: No objections here: David E. Kelley strikes again with Goliath (Amazon), a legal thriller starring Billy Bob Thornton, William Hurt, Nina Arianda, and Maria Bello. ​22:18: Herman Koch's bestselling novel The Dinner adapted for the third time. Starring Richard Gere (Norman), Laura Linney, Steve Coogan, and Rebecca Hall (Christine). Did Mr. Koch himself stay through all the courses? Richard Gere and Laura Linney inspire this week's #BlastFromThePastFilms: Primal Fear (1996) and The Mothman Prophecies (2002). ​30:21: The Secret Garden meets Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? Hollister weighs in on This Beautiful Fantastic - starring Jessica Brown Findlay (Downton Abbey) and Tom Wilkinson (Selma). ​34:24: Keep Calm and Finish That WW2 Script: Their Finest, starring Gemma Arterton (100 Streets), Sam Claflin (Me Before You), Jake Lacy (How To Be Single, Miss Sloane), and Bill Nighy (The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel).

It has been said that music is the emotional language of a film. This bonus Screen Thoughts podcast discusses Matt Schrader's Score: A Film Music Documentary, screened at the RiverRun International Film Festival in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Rob Davis, the festival's new executive director, shares a Bette Davis anecdote - and Hollister & O'Toole agree: Rob deserves his own theme song.

Hollister claims to have the attention span of a flea, but she breezed through this year's Oscar-winning doco: OJ: Made in America (runtime: 7hrs 47 mins), the longest film ever nominated. ​At 4:04: Lena Dunham's Girls: exhibitionism or feminism? ​6:24: This week's #ListOfSix honors Women's History Month - some of our choices might surprise you. ​17:20: A governor's pardon: Hollister warns O'Toole not to get in to Get Out. ​21:58: Two Peter Jackson alums: Melanie Lynskey and Elijah Wood team up for some vigilante action in I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore, now available on Netflix. Podcast extra: Melanie Lynskey in her own words on having confidence in Hollywood. ​29:28: Find out if Screen Thoughts would RSVP for Table 19 - starring Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect 2; The Hollars); story by Mark Duplass. ​36:22: One final Mark Duplass vehicle: The One I Love, co-starring Elisabeth Moss (Mad Men), with a cameo by Ted Danson (in whose home the movie was filmed).

Here we are again with the great and powerful Publish Me! podcast, now with extra host as designer Rana Gainer joins us as a new cohost. Keith, Paul, and Rana welcome Marketing specialist Christine Merser of Blue Shoe Strategy as she helps Paul decipher a launch campaign for his young adult post-medieval fantasy epic fiction book, The Will of the Magi. We also get an update from Rana about the cover design process and some notes from Paul’s beta readers. This episode is brought to you by the Indiegogo preorder campaign of The Will of the Magi, a new fantasy epic by Paul Dickinson Russell. Your chance to reserve a copy of the new book, available this summer. It’s also brought to you by Screen Thoughts, the weekly movie and television review podcast hosted by Hollister and O’Toole. Find it wherever you download your podcasts and www.screenthoughts.net. We’re now on Patreon! Visit Patreon.com/aois21 to support this and other aois21 media endeavors as we aim to continue to put out quality content and to keep past content available for everyone. Remember to follow us on Twitter @PublishPodcast, check us out on Facebook, Facebook.com/PublishPodcast, email us at publishpodcast@aois21.com, or visit our home on the web, media.aois21.com. Publish Me! is part of the aois21 podcast network, it is hosted by Podomatic and available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Tune In, and YouTube.

From Hollister's favorite serial killers to what O'Toole thinks Hugh Grant has in common with Bob Newhart - we start off with this week's #ListOfSix: Our 6 Favorite Shrinks. At 7:30: The final season of The Fall (starring Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan) - does it still have its Fear Factor? At 9:40: Still recovering from the pilot episode (a British PM and a pig, anyone?), Screen Thoughts dares to take another look at Black Mirror - Netflix' Nosedive episode - a bleak commentary on Social Media. Starring Bryce Dallas Howard; directed by Joe Wright (Atonement); written by Rashida Jones. Hollister reveals her Uber rating. At 18:40: like daughter, like father: Ron Howard's Inferno, starring Tom Hanks, Felicity Jones, and Sidse Babett Knudsen (Borgen). At 21:30 Certain Women (played by Kristen Stewart, Michelle Williams, Laura Dern, and Lily Gladstone). Based on Maile Meloy's short story collection Both Ways Is the Only Way I Want It; directed by and adapted for the big screen by Kelly Reichardt; produced by Todd Haynes (Carol). Additional shout-outs to Orphan Black, Westworld, and Isabelle Huppert.

Our first #ListofSix: 6 Books That Should Be Made Into Movies. At 6:22: in honor of Tatiana Maslany's well-deserved Emmy win, Screen Thoughts finally takes a look at Orphan Black. Hollister & O'Toole then split their realities, taking independent looks at 2 movies based on true stories: at 10:05, Christine (starring Rebecca Hall as troubled 1970s TV reporter Christine Chubbuck) and at 15:38, Denial (Rachel Weisz as historian Deborah Lipstadt - doing battle with a Holocaust denier). At 21:58, a film that ignited a firestorm: a look at the Brazilian film Aquarius, starring Sonia Braga.

Why Idris Elba spent the night in prison; which series was voted #1 of all time in Australia; and what the Boston Book Festival had to teach us about sympathetic characters. At 4:51, Screen Thoughts audits the latest Ben Affleck vehicle: The Accountant. Did the assets outweigh the liabilities? Directed by Gavin O'Connor (Jane Got a Gun); also starring J.K. Simmons and Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect 2). At 15:42, Sarah Jessica Parker's return to HBO in Divorce, created by Sharon Horgan (Catastrophe). Podcast extras include an excerpt of SJP's interview with Alec Baldwin (whom HBO had once considered for the role of Mr. Big).

Screen Thoughts turns its lens on 3 new network TV offerings: Shondaland's latest - The Catch (ABC); The Real O'Neals (ABC); and Crowded (NBC). Find out who feels no shame in indulging a guilty pleasure, and where Hollister & O'Toole stand on sitcoms.

A singular critique of Hollywood’s take on How to Be Single (loosely based on the book by SATC writer and co-author of He’s Just Not That Into You, Liz Tuccillo). Starring Dakota Johnson and Rebel Wilson. Find out what Hollister identifies as the common thread running between this film, Lena Dunham’s Girls, and Judd Apatow’s new series Love. Hear which movie O’Toole touts above all others as truly depicting How to Be Single and what she has to say about the passing of Harper Lee, who brought us To Kill a Mockingbird and Atticus Finch (who, by the way, the U.S. Census Bureau would have classified as single). Screen Thoughts welcomes all your thoughts at screenthoughts@gmail.com (and, let’s be honest, both Hollister and O’Toole could use a little cheering up).

For this month’s LitLovers’ selection, Screen Thoughts sends its crew to review The Martian – based on the bestselling book by Andy Weir and the acclaimed movie by Ridley Scott. Starring Golden Globe nominee Matt Damon as astronaut Mark Watney (which is more impressive – his scientific wherewithal or his gallows humor?); co-starring Jessica Chastain, Kate Mara, and Jeff Daniels. Hear what Hollister and O’Toole have to say about survival skills – especially on a planet where the desert is “so old it’s literally rusting”. (It’s pretty safe to say a typical day at Screen Thoughts does not entail thinking about the fact that we could save ourselves by cutting off an arm and eating it. O.K., O.K., we know that might not have been normal commentary, but “Normal was a long time ago…”) Screen Thoughts to Book Clubs: Let us know how your conversations rove!

Screen Thoughts spends this week in Space, reviewing both The Martian as well as the 7th installment in the storied 38-year Star Wars Franchise: The Force Awakens. We’ll also take a look at Jessica Jones, superhero turned P.I. on Netflix. Podcast extras include a snippet from Carrie Fisher’s Emmy-nominated one-woman show Wishful Drinking (on what it’s like when you’ve sold your likeness to George Lucas) as well as a very special podcaster: O’Toole cedes the floor to her nephew Connor on his 9th birthday – hear what lessons he’s learned from Star Wars, his recipe for water on Mars, and whether he’ll be applying to NASA’s space program anytime soon.

For this month's LitLovers' selection, Screen Thoughts shines its spotlight on the bestselling book and acclaimed movie Room - both penned by Irish writer Emma Donoghue. Movie adaptation directed by Lenny Abrahamson; starring Brie Larson (in a role that is a far cry from Trainwreck!) and the astounding child actor Jacob Tremblay as the 5-year-old Jack. Hear Hollister and O'Toole's points of view on, well, points of view. Disturbing? Fascinating? Let us know how your book club weighs in!

Screen Thoughts is thrilled to announce a special collaboration with LitLovers.com: each month, Hollister and O'Toole will review one movie inspired by a book. To start us off, the no. 1 book on LitLovers.com: I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban (by Malala Yousafzai and journalist Christina Lamb) and the newly-released documentary He Named Me Malala by Oscar-winning filmmaker Davis Guggenheim (An Inconvenient Truth). Hollister and O'Toole saw the documentary last week at the 23rd annual Hamptons International Film Festival - where they were joined in the audience by many fans of the book, and one Pakistani princess - a close family friend of Malala's, and the woman who inspired Malala's own mother to learn to read. Malala and her incredibly inspiring, courageous, and humorous voice are certainly a multimedia feast - an incredibly brave blogger at the age of 11, and by age 17, the youngest-ever recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. As Malala herself says: "Let us pick up our books and our pens - they are our most powerful weapons." Long live the power of literature! And just for the record: this is our 59th podcast, and the 16th film we've reviewed inspired by a book!

This week Screen Thoughts takes a look at "The Intern" - starring Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway - in which writer-director Nancy Meyers offers us yet another signature twist on the rom-com genre. As Hollister puts it: "She's like that kid in class who never disappoints." O'Toole cheers her on for being so successful in a landscape where only 6% of directors are women. Ageism. Sexism. Househusbands. And those Nancy Meyers sets. As Robert De Niro's character Ben would put it: "Good times!"

In honor of their 50th podcast, Screen Thoughts presents a special episode – with an idea that has Hollister’s name all over it: Hollister and O’Toole run through a list of 50 films they’ve seen more than once – from the inspiring to their downright guilty pleasures. No judgment, please. Heartfelt gratitude to our listeners. Here’s to you – and our next 50 podcasts. Podcast extras include: - excerpt of Angela Lansbury singing the Oscar-winning song from "Beauty and the Beast" - podcast concludes with Bette Midler, Diane Keaton, and Goldie Hawn singing "You Don't Own Me" from the film "The First Wives Club"

Screen Thoughts was present for the opening night of the 24th annual Woods Hole Film Festival – which featured the Sundance hit "Infinitely Polar Bear". The autobiographical film marks the directorial debut of Writer/Director (and 4x Emmy-nominee) Maya Forbes. Hollister and O’Toole discuss the genesis of the film (it actually involves Wes Anderson), its themes (bipolar disorder), and the music (including a song by Maya’s sister China Forbes – of Pink Martini fame). Starring Mark Ruffalo, Zoe Saldana, Ashley Aufderheide, and Imogene Wolodarsky (Forbes’ real-life daughter). To hear in Maya Forbes’ own words how she came up with the title of her movie, check out O’Toole’s Encore from the Woods Hole Q&A here: https://vimeo.com/134558467

In honor of the 69th annual Tony Awards (did you know the Tonys are named after a woman?), Hollister & O’Toole salute Broadway with a review of the documentary: The Standbys. Do you know the difference between an understudy and a standby? What about a swing? What all three certainly have in common: their dedicated pursuit of the Broadway dream. Come walk through the stage door and experience a world to which few ever gain access. Podcast extras include: – The Standbys trailer – Tony hosts Kristin Chenoweth (who was on Hollister’s favorite show The West Wing) and Alan Cumming (from O’Toole’s favorite show The Good Wife) performing their opening number at the 2015 Tonys. Lights up – here’s to Broadway!

We tried to keep it short, truly we did, but... seriously? There's just so much to say. (Especially when you get Hollister, dark and twisty as she is, talking about her BFF Cristina Yang.) 11 seasons. The cast. The music. Shonda. OK, so we don't know how to save a life, but Screen Thoughts could be your person - O'Toole has her Post-Its ready. Podcast extras: clips from the Grey's Anatomy Theme Song, Chasing Cars, The Story, and the cast of Grey's performing How to Save a Life

Aca-mazing or a dis-aca-ppointment? Screen Thoughts was present at a special sneak preview (along with every teenage girl within a 100-mile radius). Tune in to hear the latest from the a cappella world. Directed by Elizabeth Banks; starring Rebel Wilson and two Oscar nominees: Anna Kendrick (“Up in the Air”) and Hailee Steinfeld (“True Grit”). Hollister & O’Toole are in harmony on some elements (the music! the cast!) but discord on others (body parts, anyone?). One thing is for sure: the Barden Bellas can sing! Podcast extras: clips from the trailer; “Wrecking Ball”; and the podcast concludes with Anna Kendrick’s hit song “Cups” from Pitch Perfect 1.

In this podcast, Screen Thoughts celebrates women and diversity in film – podcasting from the inaugural Bentonville Film Festival – the first to guarantee theatrical, TV, digital, and retail distribution for winning films. Hollister & O’Toole take a look back at the storied career of festival chair and co-founder, Geena Davis: including clips from her Oscar-winning turn in “The Accidental Tourist”; her iconic role in “Thelma & Louise”; her Golden Globe win for playing the first female President of the US (“Commander in Chief”); and, most recently, her portrayal of Dr. Nicole Herman on Grey’s Anatomy. We also take a look at the important research coming out of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media – and include excerpts from Geena Davis herself, discussing how we can all make changes – one project at a time. Kudos to Geena – here’s to making it over (all the way over) the Grand Canyon together.

Last week, while in NYC for the Tribeca Film Festival, Hollister & O’Toole were podcasting from the Beacon Hotel. When they turned off their mics and finally looked out the window, they realized that Hollister’s room had a stunning view of the Apthorp - a building in which Nora Ephron famously spent 10 years “in a state of giddy delirium”. O’Toole figured it was a sign - a very big sign. It was time for Screen Thoughts to do a tribute to the late great Nora Ephron (1941-2012). Hollister, who slots “When Harry Met Sally” into the Top 10 Greatest Movies of the 20th Century, readily agreed. In her book “I Remember Nothing,” Nora Ephron once said “On some level, my life has been wasted on me. After all, if I can’t remember it, who can?” Perhaps it was a rhetorical question, but we remember, Nora, we remember. Podcast highlights: - Nora Ephron’s AFI tribute to Meryl Streep (one of the funniest things O’Toole has ever seen) - “Making-Of” clips from “When Harry Met Sally” - Bonus track: Nora Ephron herself, reading from “I Feel Bad About My Neck.” Don't miss our podcast on Everything is Copy - the HBO documentary about Nora directed by her son, Jacob Bernstein: https://soundcloud.com/screen-thoughts/ep-84-hello-my-name-is-doris-nora-ephron-doco

Curious? Check out the Fifty Shades of Grey movie review by Screen Thoughts with Hollister & O'Toole.