Sitting Around Talking Movies

Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli, joined by special guest critic Caryn James from Indiewire, look at this year's Oscar race. They offer their reasons as to why it's not very diverse, just who got snubbed and who maybe didn't deserve their nomination. And they give their predictions as to who will win. So if you're in a office pool this year it may behoove you to give a listen. Don't bet the farm or anything but we do have a good track record.

Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Justine Browning talk about who should play El Chapo in the inevitable movie as well as what happened during the Golden Globes (who was the designated driver that night?). And we also get into new movies now on DVD including The Martian, The Walk and Woody Allen's Irrational Man. And speaking of Woody Allen - we have some great soundbites from the Woodster including what he thinks of when he goes to bed at night. Not to mention new On Demand movies including The Lamb, A Perfect Day and The Benefactor. Also, Neil lists some movies fans of the late David Bowie may want to check out.

Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli put 2015 to rest and discuss the year's best and worst movies. They also talk about how Star Wars: The Force Awakens may destroy the global box-office as we know it. And they give you the low-down on the Golden Globes: Is it a bona-fide award show and Oscar prognosticator or a glitzy party filled with drunken overpaid stars exposing their cleavage? (Not that it's a bad thing). And just what is the Hollywood Foreign Press Association? Are they legitimate journalists or an international crime syndicate just steps away from Interpol? Perhaps they're a cult...anyway, we look into it and shudder.  

In our 20th episode Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli are joined by guest critics Jeffrey Wells and Mike Sargent as they discuss 4 movies hitting theaters just in time for Christmas: David O. Russell's "Joy" starring Jennifer Lawrence, Quentin Tarantino's "The Hateful Eight," Leo DiCaprio's Oscar hopeful "The Revenant" and Will Smith's "Concussion" (Yes, that's right, a movie about brain-injured football players is coming out at Christmas.) It's a holiday feast at your local bijou and we let you know whether you should see any of these with a stomach full of eggnog.

In this special edition Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli talk about "Star Wars: The Force Awaken" with our favorite "geek" Perri Nemiroff of Collider who has grown up with the franchise (and has a thing for droids). With as few spoliers as humanly possible we discuss the movie's strong points and some of its weaker ones. Plus we hear what Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher and new star Daisy Ridley have to say about being in this latest film in the storied franchise. And if that's not enough we talk about some movies on demand including documentaries on Russell Brand and Malala Yousafsai. It's everything you need to know before you go!

Neil Rosen, Bill Mc Cuddy and Bill Bregoli talk first about the new comedy from Adam McKay called "The Big Short" which stars Steve Carrell and Christian Bale. Then they discuss "Ant-Man" and we hear what stars Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lily have to say about it. Plus there are new On Demand films such as "Life" and "Phoenix" to talk about. And to put you in the Hanukkah spirit we have generous portions of Adam Sandler's latest version of "The Hanukkah Song." Oh, and we wonder aloud about "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" because, well, that's what keeps us up at night.

Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Robert Wuhl discuss "Creed" and boxing movies in general as well as the new documentary "Amy" that just made the Oscar shortlist. We also have interview clips with Sylvester Stallone and Michael B. Jordan as well as the director of "Amy." But there's lots more as Robert Wuhl not only impresses with his knowledge of boxing films but he also gives his take on the Oscars - including who'll he'll be voting for (he's a member of the Academy!) - Wait'll you hear what he thinks of child nominees!

In this episode Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and guest Perri Nemiroff of Collider discuss the new Pixar movie "The Good Dinosar" which is now in theaters. We also talk about movies on demand including "#Horror," "Mistress America" and "American Ultra." Plus Perri discloses what it's like to live in TImes Square (don't worry, she's safe) and the hosts mention Greta Gerwig's name more times than anyone can count. Just because it's fun to say "Greta Gerwig." Try it, you'll see.

In this episode Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and guest Justine Browning talk about the new movie "Carol" which stars Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara. And they talk about movies on-demand including "Man Up," "Crminal Activities," "We Are Your Friends," and the mountain climbing documentary "Meru." Plus we talk about how the unfortunate events in Paris may affect the movie business. And we reveal sure-fire ways to get quoted in movie ads.    

In this episode Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli discuss the new Saorsie Ronan movie "Brooklyn" and they all offer different opinions. They also talk about "The Peanuts Movie" and how "Spectre" did at the box office. Not to mention the new Robert DeNiro movie "Heist" and a quirky movie about a stand-up comic called "Entertainment." Oh, and the Quentin Tarantino boycott - will it happen? Is he just being misunderstood? Or maybe he's being taken out of context? By the way, let us know what you think. We're eager to hear from you.

Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli are joined by guest filmmaker Nate Brown as the discuss "The Walking Dead" and wonder if Glen is indeed dead. Could he be? Nate Brown has a theory. They also talk about the new investigative reporter film "Spotlight" and speculate that it will gather lots of Oscar nominations. And they discuss the latest James Bond film "Spectre" and whether Daniel Craig will return as the secret agent and whether is recent grousing is just an attempt at publicity.

Regular hosts Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli are joined by special guests comedian Dan Naturman and journalist Perri Nemiroff of Collider as they talk about Sandra Bullock's new movie "Our Brand is Crisis." We also hear what Ms. Bullock has to say about the movie. And we discuss "The Gift" which is now available on demand as well as what happens to women in Hollywood as they age. We also talk about horror movies including the horror movie Perri produced as well as where you can watch it.

In this episode of Sitting Around Talking Movies hosts Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli are joined by guest Mike Sargent as they talk about the new and final Star Wars-The Force Awakens trailer. Why is there a controversy? How much money will the movie make? Then the guys talk about Spielberg's "Bridge of Spies" and the new Carey Mulligan movie "Suffragette." They also talk about movies on demand such as "Meadowland," "Trash" and the new documentary about "Back to the Future" called "Back in Time." Oh and Bill McCuddy says something he says may be politically incorrect but he says it anyway.

This episode of Sitting Around Talking Movies was recorded live at the 23rd Annual Hamptons International Film Festival where Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli talk about the new films "Truth" and "Bridge of Spies" and we hear what Robert Redford, Cate Blanchett, Stephen Spielberg and Tom Hanks have to say about them. Then we're joined live by Marc Levin who talks about his new documentary being shown at the festival called "Class Divide." He's followed by up and coming actor Thomas Mann and his co-star Lucy Fry. They talk about their new indie feature "The Preppie Connection" and the challenge of trying to move beyond high school roles. Also, Lucy fry teaches us how to pronounce "Brisbane."  

In thie episode Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli talk about the new movie by director Danny Boyle and Aaron Sorkin called "Steve Jobs" and just about every other Steve Jobs movie out there. Plus Bill Bregoli has what Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet and Seth Rogen had to say about making "Steve Jobs." The guys also talk about new movies on demand such as Me & Earl & the Dying Girl and a strange one starring Keanu Reeves called "Knock Knock."