Rewatching Oscar

Jack Ferdman
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Freelance film critic and obsessive movie nut, Jack Ferdman, gives a detailed analysis of every Best Picture Academy Award winner by diving headfirst into its structure, writing, direction, and acting. He will share his insane passion for cinema with discussions about the random Oscar winner selected in each episode, as well as the many other greats from that calendar year. Join him every second Friday on his journey of re-watching every film that took home the top prize.

  1. 5 hr ago

    Oppenheimer (2023)

    Oppenheimer immediately established itself as one of the most important films in recent cinema. And after multiple viewings and further analysis, that belief has only grown stronger. Christopher Nolan has created far more than an entertaining and visually extraordinary epic about the brilliant scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer, whose work helped develop the atomic bomb that the United States ultimately used against Japan during the final days of the Second World War. This is also a film about opening the proverbial tube of toothpaste—releasing something that can never be put back—and forever changing the world as we know it. Nolan’s masterful direction, the brilliant performances from the entire ensemble—including Cillian Murphy in the title role, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon, and many others—the exceptional cinematography and editing, and a story that remains as relevant today as ever all combine to make Oppenheimer a truly special, haunting, and powerful cinematic achievement. But looking back, was Oppenheimer truly deserving of the Best Picture Oscar among all the films released in 2023? Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks—and which film he ultimately chooses as his Rewatching Oscar winner for the year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    Oppenheimer (2023)

  2. 10 Jul

    The Godfather, Part II (1974)

    Well, there’s really no arguing it—this is not only one of cinema’s greatest epics, but quite possibly the finest sequel ever made. The Godfather Part II continues the Corleone family saga while simultaneously taking us back to where it all began, giving us a deeper understanding of the family, its legacy, and the choices that shaped its future. It is a truly remarkable film, filled with unforgettable moments, driven by a magnificent screenplay, and brought to life by an extraordinary cast delivering some of the finest performances ever captured on screen. Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films released in 1974?  Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    The Godfather, Part II (1974)

  3. 12 Jun

    The Godfather (1972)

    This is undoubtedly one of the most popular and highly acclaimed Best Picture winners in the history of the Academy Awards.  And it makes sense.  There is so much to love about Francis Ford Coppola's epic about family, loyalty, redemption, violence ... and so much more.  After more than 50 years, The Godfather remains a brilliant piece of cinema that never gets old.   Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films released in 1972?  Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    The Godfather (1972)

  4. 29 May

    The Last Emperor (1987)

    This film is one HUGE film ... not only in scale, commitment, and scope. But also in length. This film is extremely long ... especially if you watch the over three-and-half hour Director's Cut.  However, regardless of which version you decide to screen, you will be transported to the historical, glorious, and heartbreaking world of the final emperor of China in the early part of the 20th century. Bernardo Bertolucci's The Last Emperor is deep in meaning and rich in themes, and is exhilarating to watch as the visuals will take you to a place you have never been before. A world where you can experience through history books. It is a special film that took home the top prize at the Academy Awards almost 4 decades ago. Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films released in 1987?  Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    The Last Emperor (1987)

  5. 8 May

    Moonlight (2016)

    Well, here's a film that many people remember for being snubbed and then redeemed as the wrong film was called out at the 2017 Academy Awards cemermony. No, La La Land did not end up winning the Oscar, it was Moonlight that took home Best Picture.  And what a film it is! A powerful story, written and directed by Barry Jenkins, about three stages of a life of a boy ... and then man who is dealing with identity and someone to guide him through his confusion of life, love, and race.   Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films releaed in 2016?  Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    Moonlight (2016)

  6. 24 Apr

    Cavalcade (1932/33)

    Well, here's a film that is near the bottom of many lists of all the Oscar winners for Best Picture. Why do people have such an affinity towards Cavalcade (1933)? It's a film that is very disappointing as the storyline about a British family and their servants go through 32 years full of major events, including war, the death of the queen, and the sinking of the Titanic.   Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar from all the films that were eligible from the 6th Annual Academy Awards? Many critics and fans don't thinks so. Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    Cavalcade (1932/33)

  7. 4 Apr

    The King's Speech (2010)

    This film is a powerful story about friendship, perserverance, and duty.  The King's Speech showed us the incredible talents of both Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush. It is a special movie that may be slower paced than other films from 2010. However, it is worth your time. It feels even more powerful because it is a true story. A wonderful telling of a king who's voice was truly needed during WWII. Looking back, was it deserving of the Best Picture Oscar for 2010? Listen and find out what film critic Jack Ferdman thinks, and which film he chooses for his Rewatch Oscar of that year. Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching Oscar episodes. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHeart Radio Podchaser Podcast Addict TuneIn Alexa Amazon  Overcasts  Podcast Addict  Player FM RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, BlueSky Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messenger or email us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com or jackferdman@gmail.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) trailer courtesy of MovieClips Classic Trailers Movie (audio) clips courtesy of YouTube Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    The King's Speech (2010)

  8. 17 Mar

    Bonus Episode 16: Oscars Recap 2026

    Another Oscar broadcast for the history books!  Download and listen to Jack's take on the 98th Annual Academy Awards that took place on Sunday, March 15th.  It was a huge night for One Battle After Another ... but there were other winners that put smiles on our faces ... including in the Acting categories.  There was even a tie in one of the categories.  Host Conan O'Brien did a great job as well.  The night went pretty smoothly. Download and listen to Jack's take on Oscar night.  SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar: Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Apple Podcasts/iTunes Spotify Google Podcasts iHear Radio Stitcher Podchaser Podcast Addict RSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rss Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.com Social Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram Share your thoughts and suggestions with us through: Facebook Messanger or emailing us at jack@rewatchingoscar.com Music by Turpac Show Producer: Jack Ferdman Podcast Logo Design: Jack Ferdman Movie (audio) clips courtesy of Academy Awards (YouTube - public domain) Support us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5 Star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone. Send us Fan Mail

    Bonus Episode 16: Oscars Recap 2026
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Freelance film critic and obsessive movie nut, Jack Ferdman, gives a detailed analysis of every Best Picture Academy Award winner by diving headfirst into its structure, writing, direction, and acting. He will share his insane passion for cinema with discussions about the random Oscar winner selected in each episode, as well as the many other greats from that calendar year. Join him every second Friday on his journey of re-watching every film that took home the top prize.

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  • Creator
    Jack Ferdman
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    109
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Rewatching Oscar
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