Sonoma County Oscars Preview with Rialto Cinemas
Is this the most chaotic Oscars race in years?
Joe Mulcare
Marketing Manager, Rialto Cinemas
This week, we’re going to the movies and looking at the 97th Academy Awards through a local lens. To help us navigate the "Should Win" vs. "Will Win" madness, we’re joined by Ky Boyd (Owner of Rialto Cinemas) and marketing manager Joe Mulcare.
From the theatrical power of Hamnet to the under appreciated brilliance of Train Dreams, we break down why the cinema experience still beats your couch every time. Plus, we give you all the details on the upcoming Awards Night Celebration in Sebastopol—the ultimate red carpet party benefiting Food For Thought.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
The "Summer of Independent Film": Why Oscar season is the busiest time of year for local theaters
The Chaos Factor: How new Academy voting requirements and the new Best Casting category are shaking up predictions
Best Picture Breakdown: Why Sinners and One Battle After Another are leading the pack, and why F1 was the surprise of the year
Acting Masterclasses: Heated debates on Jesse Buckley's performance and Kate Hudson’s dark horse potential
The Lobby Talkers: Which films—like Marty Supreme and Sentimental Value—are sparking the most heated debates in Sebastopol
Rapid Fire Round: Ky and Joe put their reputations on the line with "Should Win vs. Will Win" for all major categories
Go to the Oscars (Without Leaving Sonoma County!)
Don’t watch the ceremony alone on your couch. Join the Rialto Cinemas for their Annual Awards Night Celebration on Sunday, March 15.
Experience: Red carpet entrance, appetizers, drinks, and the ceremony live on the big screen.
Fun & Games: Movie trivia, prizes, and the legendary costume contest.
The Cause: Proceeds benefit Food For Thought, providing life-sustaining nutrition services to our neighbors in Sonoma County.
Tickets: Available at RialtoCinemas.com
Notable Mentioned Films:
Sinners
One Battle After Another
Train Dreams & The Secret Agent (Underappreciated gems)
Hamnet (The emotional powerhouse)
F1 (The surprise best picture nominee)
🍺 Crack One Open
To toast Oscars season, this episode highlights a true classic: Duvel, the iconic Belgian Golden Strong Ale. Effervescent, dry, and deceptively powerful at 8.5%, Duvel pours with a signature fluffy head and bright, sparkling character — offering aromas of pear, honeysuckle, and subtle spice.
Award-winning in its own right and an inspiration for beers like Russian River’s Damnation, Duvel is a celebratory choice worthy of any Oscar watch party — pairing perfectly with appetizers, canapés, and even a few deviled eggs.
A timeless beer for a night of timeless cinema.
