It's the Pictures

Apr 16 2025 200 ep. 63 mins 4

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Max Covill and Evan Crean discuss the latest news in the world of film.

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192: Summer Movie Game 2025

Apr 16 2025 73 mins

Max and Evan make their selections for the summer movie game 2025. Come listen to their picks for the movies likely to earn the most box office dollars domestically in the summer, as well as getting a preview of what you might want to see. There's also a discussion on the Cannes Film Festival selections, Stunt Category at the Oscars, Minecraft Chicken Jockey, a whole lot more. Stay

191: Hayao Miyazaki Traveling Through the Sky

Apr 02 2025 77 mins

Max and Evan discuss director Hayao Miyazaki's early period from Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind to Princess Mononoke. They also discuss the Avengers: Doomsday chairs, Live-action Legend of Zelda, Studio Ghibli vs A.I. and a whole lot more. Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Download the episode today, and find us on Bluesky, Instagram, and

190: Feeling the Heat With Michael Mann's Filmography

Mar 25 2025 95 mins

Max and Evan discuss director Michael Mann's filmography. They cover some of his great movies up to Collateral. Stay tuned afterwards for What We've Been Watching for some thoughts on Secret Mall Apartment, Novacaine, and Severance Season 2. Movies covered: Thief, The Last of Mohicans, Heat, The Insider, Collateral "Don't let yourself get attached to anything you are not willing t

189: 2025 Oscars Recap and Bong Joon-ho Filmography

Mar 04 2025 88 mins

Max and Evan discuss the results of the 2025 Oscars ceremony and look at director Bong Joon-ho's movies ahead of the release of Mickey 17. Lots of stuff to cover this episode including some actors who've recently passed away, a new book titled 'Cinema Her Way', the Oscars, and more. Stay tuned afterwards for What We've Been Watching for some thoughts on September 5th and Hoosiers.

188: An Appreciation of Director Joan Micklin Silver

Feb 19 2025 70 mins

Max and Evan discuss the films of director Joan Micklin Silver. Featurued in a new section on the Criterion Channel that highlights her films, Silver was one of the few woman directors making features in the 70s and 80s. Before that conversation beings, Max and Evan talk about the latest trends in the award season. Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on The Gorge, SNL50, and Dem

187: The Films of David Lynch with Matthew Jackson

Feb 04 2025 88 mins

Max and guest Matthew Jackson discuss the films of David Lynch. First, they discuss some of the Oscar nominations and drama. Then, they talk about the piracy happening with Sundance. Finally, they talk about their experiences with David Lynch, some favorite films, and where to get started with your watch. Website: https://itsthepictures.libsyn.com/ itsthepictures.substack.com Down

186: Our Most Anticipated Movies of 2025

Jan 21 2025 93 mins

Max and Evan discuss their most anticiapted movies of 2025. First, they discuss the passing of director David Lynch and the horrible L.A. wildfires. Then they jump into some of their anticipated films of 2025 including Superman, Wake Up Dead Man, Mickey 17, The Running Man, and more. Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on Better Man and Severence. Website: https://itsthepicture

185: Top Movies of 2024

Jan 06 2025 83 mins

Max and Evan discuss their favorite movies of 2024. First, they discuss the holiday box office with Mufasa and Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Then, they talk about the Boston Online Film Critics Association results including a big win for The Brutalist. Finally, they share some of their favorites of the year and when you'll be able to watch them. Stay tuned afterward for a discussion on A

184: The Performances of Nicole Kidman

Dec 09 2024 84 mins

Max and Evan discuss Nicole Kidman's career as one of cinema's great actresses. Before jumping in, they talk about the latest award and how Anora seems to be leading the pack. Finally, they talk about some movies they've watched lately, like Wicked, Moana 2, Flow, and Strange Darling. This is the last episode before the holiday break, so I wish you and yours happy holidays. Websit

183: The 2024 Gift List

Nov 26 2024 62 mins

Max and Evan are discussing their selections for the gift-giving season. For whatever holiday you celebrate, they have movie-themed gifts for you. There's also a discussion on the box office returns of Wicked and Gladiator 2. And finally a what we've been watching segment with discussions on Juror #2, Love Lies Bleeding, and Gladiator 2. (Note: Sorry for the poor audio on Max's tr