InSession Film Podcast

On this episode, JD and Brendan are joined by the great Griffin Schiller of  @FilmSpeak  to discuss Christopher McQuarrie and Tom Cruise's latest (and last?) mission with Ethan Hunt in MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become a Member today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on X/Twit...

On this episode, we discuss the legendary costume designer Edith Head and her astounding career that includes a record eight Academy Awards for Best Costume Design! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Amy Thomasson, Megan Kearns Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and BlueSky! @...

On this episode, JD and Brendan review the charming French rom-com JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE, from first-time director Laura Piani! Visit  https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Brendan is joined by ISF writer Joey Gentile to discuss the new horror film FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, inspired by the incredible two-season run of ANDOR, we thought it would be really fun to discuss the characters that we'd like to see get the same treatment as Cassian Andor with their own spinoff show!   - Opening Banter (0:42) - Andor / Rogue One (15:24) - Characters To Get 'Andor' Treatment (36:29)   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Episode Sponsor: Koffee...

On this episode, we discuss and debate all of the HAMLET film versions we've seen over the years and what makes Shakespeare cinematic!  Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss James Madigan's new action film FIGHT OR FLIGHT, starring the great Josh Hartnett!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Rungano Nyoni's incredible sophomore effort ON BECOMING A GUINEA FOWL!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, inspired by this new era of Josh Hartnett, we discussed our Top 5 actor comebacks in film! We also talk about the Jake Schreier/X-MEN news and the films premiering at Cannes that we're most excited about.   - Opening Banter (0:40) - Jake Schreier News (12:55) - Cannes Preview (30:53) - Actor Comebacks (46:22)   Visit  https://insessionfilm.com for merch and...

On this episode, we take a look at the career of Timothy Dalton and discuss our favorite movies that he starred in! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Paul Feig's new film ANOTHER SIMPLE FAVOR, starring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, with Phase 5 of the MCU coming to an end with THUNDERBOLTS*, we thought it would be fun to rank all of the Marvel films released post-ENDGAME in Phases 4 and 5! We also discuss the May box office and the recent news of Trump targeting Hollywood.   - May Box Office (1:17) - Trump News (12:41) - MCU Ranking (26:40)   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch...

On this episode, JD and Brendan are joined by ISF writer Shaurya Chawla to discuss Marvel's latest entry into the MCU with THUNDERBOLTS*!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Shadan and Erica discuss the new Oscar rules indicating that members must watch all of the final nominees and how they should treat AI in regards to qualification! Visit  https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice!  https://insessionfilm.com/ subscribe

On this episode, after discussing vampires last week, we thought it would be fun to talk about our favorite witches in film! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Gavin O'Connor's latest film THE ACCOUNTANT 2, starring Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal! Visit  https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review David Cronenberg's new film THE SHROUDS!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we preview the summer movie season and conclude the 1960's portion of our Best Picture Movie Series with MIDNIGHT COWBOY! We also discuss the new Academy rules in regards to members and voting.   - Sinners Box Office / Academy News (3:039) - Summer Preview (29:15) - Midnight Cowboy (1:29:13)   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Episode sp...

On this episode, we get our fangs out as we discuss our Top 3 favorite vampire movies! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Athina Clark, Megan Loucks Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the first feature from Fleur Fortuné in THE ASSESSMENT!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD is joined by Megan Loucks and Isaiah Washington to discuss Ryan Coogler's new vampire movie SINNERS!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss the incredible success of SINNERS at the box office and with critics / audiences, giving us a defining cultural moment for 2025! We also continue our Best Picture Movie Series with the 1968 musical OLIVER!   - Opening Banter (2:02) - Sinners (12:23) - Oliver! (1:03:45)   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Episode sponsor: Koffe...

On this episode, we are joined by our own Brian Susbielles and Matthew Anderson of The Lone Screenplay Nominee Podcast to discuss intermissions in film! Are they simply bygone or can they make a comeback in modern cinema? Panel: Kristin Battestella Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.co...

On this episode, Shadan and Erica discuss the exciting news that the Academy is starting a brand new Best Stunt Design Oscar and all the chaos of Emmy Season with so many great shows out right now! Visit  https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Duke Johnson's first solo effort in THE ACTOR, starring André Holland Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become a Member today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran  @BrendanJCassidy