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by Max Covill and Evan Crean
Boston Online Film Critic Members Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss the latest news in the world of film.
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- 6 days ago55 min
TIFF 2026 Recap | It's the Pictures 229
Max and Evan excitement and buzz surrounding the film festival season, with a focus on the films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. It also delves into the anticipation for upcoming film releases and the impact of documentaries in the current film landscape. Stay tuned for thoughts on Club Kid, Wild Horse Nine, INK, I Play Rocky, and Elsinore. In the What We've Been Watching section stay for reviews on Backrooms, IT Ends, and the new Shaun the Sheep feature. TakeawaysFilm festival season is in full swingExcitement for upcoming film releases Film festival experiencesMovie reviewsUpcoming movie releases
- 2 weeks ago1h 7m
Tim Curry Forever | It's the Pictures 228
Evan and Max begin the episode talking about the celebrities that have passed recently before shifting to the booming box office and the success of 'The Odyssey.' The impact of the Warner Brothers merger is explored, along with the upcoming 'Days of Thunder.' The episode features a focus on Tim Curry as a cultural icon, discussing the influence of 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' and the legacy of 'Clue.' A lively discussion covering classic adaptations, Tim Curry's iconic roles, the legacy of Tim Curry, nostalgic animated series, cinematic adaptations and TV shows, the impact and influence of Tim Curry, and reflections on Tim Curry's career.TakeawaysThe impact of celebrity losses on the entertainment industry.The success of 'The Odyssey' and the impact of the Warner Brothers merger. Exploration of classic adaptations and their impact on pop culture.Reflection on the legacy and influence of Tim Curry's iconic roles.Nostalgia for animated series and Muppet movies.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap03:15 Remembering Lost Celebrities37:17 Tim Curry's Iconic Roles38:11 The Legacy of Tim Curry48:17 Muppet Treasure Island and Tim Curry49:24 Dolly Parton's Films and Recent Watches50:09 Recent Movie Viewings51:14 Discussion on Recent Films
- Aug 18, 202659 min
2026 Fall Festival Preview | It's the Pictures 227
Max and Evan discuss the summer box office, movie news, and upcoming film festivals. Films coming to TIFF, Venice, NYFF, and probably Telluride are discussed. The conversation covers upcoming movies, including a new film starring Pedro Pascal and a biopic about Anthony Bourdain. It also delves into the new Spider-Man movie.Chapters00:00 New Setup and Background03:02 Summer Box Office and Movie Selections05:53 Movie News and Anticipation for Film Festivals29:27 Upcoming Movies33:28 The Anthony Bourdain Biopic51:15 The New Spider-Man Movie
- Aug 3, 20261h 29m
Batman: The Animated Series with Daniel Dockery | It's the Pictures 226
This week Max and Evan are joined by author Daniel Dockery to discuss his upcoming Batman: The Animated Series novel, I Am The Knight. They start with the news about the Warner Brothers and Paramount merger, and the implications of studio mergers in Hollywood. The future of Hollywood and film diversity is also discussed, along with Marvel news and horror movie trailers. The episode concludes with a transition to the featured topic: Batman the Animated Series. The conversation delves into the impact of Batman: The Animated Series, the genesis of 'I Am the Night,' character redefinition and evolution, and the villains of the series. It explores the lasting influence of the animated series on popular culture and the redefinition of iconic characters. The conversation delves into the exploration of Batman's higher purpose and the impact of his destiny, comparing storytelling devices and the enduring legacy of Batman: The Animated Series. It also discusses the artistry and technique of animation, the timeless appeal of Batman: The Animated Series, and the evolution of the animation industry.Stay tuned afterwards for a discussion on the new Jackie Chan 4K Boxset from Arrow and a review of the Apple TV+ movie, The Dink.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:55 Movie Theater Weekend and Animated Series Discussion01:49 Introduction of Guest and Book Discussion02:59 Impact of Batman the Animated Series04:35 Discussion on Warner Brothers and Paramount Merger05:21 Implications of Studio Mergers06:22 The Future of Hollywood and Film Diversity06:27 Discussion on Black Panther and Marvel News11:26 Horror Movie Trailers and Batman Animated Series Memories23:28 Transition to Featured Topic: Batman the Animated Series28:06 The Impact of Batman: The Animated Series30:23 The Genesis of 'I Am the Night'48:12 Character Redefinition and Evolution53:12 The Villains of Batman: The Animated Series58:45 Exploring Batman's Higher Purpose59:36 The Impact of Batman's Destiny01:00:49 Comparing Storytelling Devices01:04:36 The Enduring Legacy of Batman: The Animated Series01:05:08 The Artistry and Technique of Animation01:08:25 The Timeless Appeal of Batman: The Animated Series01:10:07 The Evolution of Animation Industry01:12:49 The Influence of Batman: The Animated Series01:19:55 The Impact of Jackie Chan's Work01:24:26 Exploring Dinosaur Movies01:26:58 The Comedy of The Dink
- Jul 21, 20261h 17m
Remembering Jurassic Park's Sam Neill | It's the Pictures 225
The episode begins with a discussion about the late Sam Neill. Max Covill and Evan Crean also discuss the impact of streaming services on physical media and the film industry. They provide updates on the summer movie game and share their thoughts on recent movie releases. The conversation covers the life and career of Sam Neill, focusing on his notable roles in films like Jurassic Park, The Hunt for Red October, and In the Mouth of Madness. It also delves into his later work in movies like The Hunt for the Wilderpeople and TV shows like Peaky Blinders. The hosts also share their recent movie viewings and thoughts on the Odyssey, with a focus on the film's themes, performances, and production.TakeawaysSam Neill's passing is a significant loss to the film industry.The impact of streaming services on physical media and the film industry is a topic of concern. Sam Neill's impact as an actor spans across various genres and time periods. His ability to portray complex characters and his enduring presence in the film industry are noteworthy. Sam Neill movie recommendationsThoughts on Jurassic World DominionInsights on the Odyssey filmChapters00:00 Remembering Sam Neill21:37 Summer Movie Game Update20:53 Impact of Streaming Services27:01 Remembering Sam Neill28:38 Early Career and Jurassic Park32:34 The Hunt for Red October and Other Films46:23 In the Mouth of Madness and Later Work57:59 Sam Neill and Movie Recommendations58:50 Discussion on the Odyssey01:01:56 Recent Movie Viewings01:10:15 Exploring the Themes of the Odyssey01:13:02 Film Production and Performances01:27:51 Upcoming Film Festivals and Concluding Remarks
- Jul 6, 20261h 13m
Tis I, Enola Holmes | It's the Pictures 224
Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss the Enola Holmes trilogy on this episode of the It's the Pictures podcast. First they discuss the Heat 2 casting rumors and revisit the Summer Box Office game. Then they discuss all three titles in the Netflix series, Enola Holmes. Is it a winning vehicle for star Millie Bobby Brown or is this a case best left unsolved? Max and Evan finish with reviewing Minions & Monsters, Jackass: Best and Last, and a look back at the Rambo movies.
- Jun 23, 20261h 21m
Hi I'm Johnny Knoxville, Welcome To Jackass | It's the Pictures 223
Max and Evan discuss the four theatrical films of the Jackass franchise ahead of the series finale, Jackass: Best and Last. First they discuss Google investing in film studio A24 and give an update on the Summer Box Office Game. Then the guys talk about the four Jackass movies. Stay tuned afterwards for a discussion on Toy Story 5 and the original Cape Fear movie.
- Jun 10, 20261h 24m
Strange Encounters Spielberg with Andrew Liptak | It's the Pictures 222
Max and Evan of It's the Pictures are joined by journalist and newsletter writer, Andrew Liptak. Liptak runs the successful newsletter Transfer Orbit on Science-Fiction / Fantasy novels. The three men discuss Steven Spielberg and his many alien movies including Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T., War of the Worlds, and Disclosure Day.
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