Vanity Fair’s Little Gold Men takes you inside the world of film and television, from standing ovations at Sundance to the Best Picture award at the Oscars. Wit...
Live from New York City, It’s John David Washington
“The Piano Lesson” star John David Washington joins Richard and David live at the Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York to discuss collaborating with his brother (director Malcolm Washington), his performance of the original August Wilson play on stage, and how his professional football career informs his acting.
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Danielle Deadwyler on the Family Heirloom that Inspired her Piano Lesson Performance
The actor chats with Rebecca about her connection to August Wilson, carving her own path, and what exactly cicadas and Hollywood have in common. Plus, she reveals more about herself while playing Proust Questionnaire Roulette.
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Will Glicked Conjure Up Oscar Magic?
With both Gladiator and Wicked opening in theaters this weekend, Rebecca, David, Richard, and special guest Chris Murphy discuss how both films will do at the box office, and if they’ll be on the road to Oscars next. Plus, Rebecca catches everyone up on the star-studded Governors Awards, and the hosts react (happily) to the news that Conan O’Brien will host the Oscars in March.
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Paul Mescal on Quieting the “Demons in My Head” to Take on Gladiator II
This week, Rebecca talks with the Aftersun Oscar nominee, Paul Mescal, who stars in Ridley Scott's long-awaited sequel. The indie darling reveals why he finally said yes to a blockbuster, the sage advice he got from his director, and why he's been working at such an intense pace since Normal People. Plus, he answers the Proust Questionnaire, revealing his greatest (mini) extravagance.
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Nosferatu Might Just Be an Oscar Contender After All
This week, the hosts share their report out of the inaugural public screening of Nosferatu in Hollywood, which saw journalists and Academy members sitting side by side (and occasionally covering their eyes in horror). The film is officially a player in the race, but to what degree? The hosts get into all that, unpack how the best-director race is shaping up, and answer a few remaining listener questions.
Vanity Fair’s Little Gold Men takes you inside the world of film and television, from standing ovations at Sundance to the Best Picture award at the Oscars. With special guest appearances from stars, creators, and critics, our expert hosts dive into the power and glamour of Hollywood, as only Vanity Fair can.For more on Little Gold Men, visit vanityfair.com/podcast/little-gold-men