The Big Picture The “Should I See It in a Movie Theater?” Test: ‘Tron: Ares,’ ‘Roofman,’ and ‘After the Hunt.’ Plus, the Magic of ‘Mr. Scorsese.’
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Oct 17, 2025 
Rebecca Miller, acclaimed filmmaker and writer, joins the conversation to share insights about her five-part documentary on Martin Scorsese. She details her journey transforming her film into a five-hour portrait, highlighting how she captured Scorsese’s personal and professional life. Miller discusses her interviews with Scorsese and key collaborators, revealing the trust and truth required in biographical storytelling. She reflects on the surprises she encountered, from Scorsese's early storyboards to his enduring passion for cinema.
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Spectacle Needs Heart Or Novelty
- Spectacle-only films need emotional stakes or a unique premise to justify premium-theater viewing.
- Successful recent examples pair sensory spectacle with emotional investment or franchise uniqueness.
Roofman: Midday Theatre Buzz
- Sean and Amanda recount seeing Roofman at midday screenings and note its strong cast and crowd reactions.
- They describe the film as a 70s-style character study built around Channing Tatum's charm and physicality.
Casting To An Actor's Strengths
- Channing Tatum excels playing charming, flawed characters who blend physicality with vulnerability.
- Roofman leverages Tatum's specific strengths to create audience sympathy despite moral failings.