Sean Fennessey

Sean Fennessey

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The Ringer Head of Content; host of The Big Picture (film podcast).

Two 4K Restorations Align with Physical
SocialMay 9, 2026

Two 4K Restorations Align with Physical

NEAR DARK and THE DEVILS 4K restorations confirmed in the same week as the latest Physical Media High Council cannot be a coincidence.

By Sean Fennessey
Netflix Finally Revives Narnia as Oscars Overhaul Rules
SocialMay 5, 2026

Netflix Finally Revives Narnia as Oscars Overhaul Rules

In this Projection: A massive and long overdue Netflix 'Narnia' shift, why the Academy Awards is changing its rules, Anne Hathaway's post-prime apex, Physical Media Corner, and more. https://t.co/gUuXTQqWOX https://t.co/6LmSn0oc47

By Sean Fennessey
Andor Ranked: A Miraculous Star Wars Triumph
SocialMay 4, 2026

Andor Ranked: A Miraculous Star Wars Triumph

At long last: The miracle of ANDOR and where it stacks up in the Star Wars rankings, with CR on @TheBigPic. https://t.co/Th4bTsJkVs

By Sean Fennessey
Top 15 Must‑See CinemaCon Films and Oz Sphere Preview
SocialApr 18, 2026

Top 15 Must‑See CinemaCon Films and Oz Sphere Preview

The 15 Most Anticipated Movies at CinemaCon on @TheBigPic, with @MattBelloni. Plus our Sphere visit to see THE WIZARD OF OZ. https://t.co/OCHkOJvAIu

By Sean Fennessey
Whale Cameo Jolts Disney Audience in WHALEFALL Clip
SocialApr 16, 2026

Whale Cameo Jolts Disney Audience in WHALEFALL Clip

A clip from WHALEFALL woke everyone up at the Disney presentation. There’s a whale in this film.

By Sean Fennessey
Paramount Enforces 45-Day Theatrical Window for 2026 Releases
SocialApr 16, 2026

Paramount Enforces 45-Day Theatrical Window for 2026 Releases

At CinemaCon, David Ellison confirms all 15 of Paramount’s 2026 releases will have a 45-day minimum theatrical window. Every studio chief has emphasized this in an effort to rebuild moviegoing. Next step: no straight-to-streaming movies, the real scourge. Change...

By Sean Fennessey
Beehive Mayhem Meets Metallica in Over‑the‑Top Trailer
SocialApr 16, 2026

Beehive Mayhem Meets Metallica in Over‑the‑Top Trailer

THE BEEKEEPER 2 trailer: a flamethrower down a throat, weaponized bees, Metallica’s “For Whom the Bells Tolls,” and a 1969 Dodge Super Bee. We can’t do better than this.

By Sean Fennessey
Na Hong‑Jin Returns After Ten Years with “HOPE” Teaser
SocialApr 14, 2026

Na Hong‑Jin Returns After Ten Years with “HOPE” Teaser

They just showed a teaser of Na Hong-Jin’s HOPE at CinemaCon. It’s his first film in a decade. This is the stuff.

By Sean Fennessey
Drama Vs. Super Mario: Unmatched Quality Gap
SocialApr 3, 2026

Drama Vs. Super Mario: Unmatched Quality Gap

THE DRAMA and THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY BROTHERS MOVIE: Quite possibly the widest chasm in quality of two movies ever covered on @TheBigPic. https://t.co/QbILwsfUUh

By Sean Fennessey
Virginie Efira Joins Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Latest Film
SocialApr 1, 2026

Virginie Efira Joins Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Latest Film

Virginie Efira in a Ryusuke Hamaguchi movie. So looking forward to ALL OF A SUDDEN. https://t.co/BODJMJ2QgM

By Sean Fennessey
PHM Nails Fresh 70s Needle Drops, Spotlighting Wilson and Diamond
SocialMar 23, 2026

PHM Nails Fresh 70s Needle Drops, Spotlighting Wilson and Diamond

One thing I loved about PHM is the deployment of '70s needle drops, which felt big but fresh. Especially dug the choices of Dennis Wilson's "Rainbows" and Neil Diamond's "Stargazer."

By Sean Fennessey
Oscars Hangover Mailbag Reveals First Look at Dune Part Three
SocialMar 17, 2026

Oscars Hangover Mailbag Reveals First Look at Dune Part Three

It’s the Oscars Hangover Mailbag and — more importantly — a first look at DUNE: PART THREE on @TheBigPic: https://t.co/pVbvlQ02nN

By Sean Fennessey
Best Director Lands Near-Bottom for First Time Since 2019
SocialMar 15, 2026

Best Director Lands Near-Bottom for First Time Since 2019

Best Director is being awarded second-to-last tonight for the first time since 2019. I have no idea what this means.

By Sean Fennessey
Inside Oscar Nominees: Key Takeaways From 12 Months
SocialMar 13, 2026

Inside Oscar Nominees: Key Takeaways From 12 Months

I’ve talked to several Oscar nominees over the past 12 months. Here are some of the highlights. https://t.co/2YT21sT0xx

By Sean Fennessey