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TIFF Long Take

May 26, 2017

We constantly hear from fans and critics that we're living in a "golden age of television". But are A-List stars, esteemed filmmakers, and massive budgets really leading to better TV? To find out Rob and Geoff sit down with writer and critic Eric Thurm (Esquire, GQ, The A.V. Club). Eric does his best to define "Prestige...


May 19, 2017

There's no denying that it's a great time for all the foodie film lovers out there, whether they're feasting on CHEF'S TABLE, PARTS UNKNOWN, or RATATOUILLE . But what is it that makes food such a compelling subject both in movies and on the small screen? To find out Rob and Geoff head out for a bite with renowned chef,...


May 12, 2017

Before Geoff heads out for Cannes, he and Rob sit down with Owen Gleiberman, Chief Film Critic at Variety, to talk about how this year's slate of films is pushing the boundaries of what people expect from the highly influential, but famously traditional festival. The three discuss the impact of bringing Jane...


May 5, 2017

The myth that "Black Films Don't Travel" is one that has existed in Hollywood for decades, despite plenty of evidence to the contrary. But with the recent international success of films like MOONLIGHT, HIDDEN FIGURES, CREED, and STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON, what is keeping this antiquated idea afloat in 2017? To find out,...