InSession Film Podcast

On this episode, we discuss some of our favorite vampire movies and why it's one of the best subgenre's in horror! From NOSFERATU to DRACULA to SINNERS, there are so many great vampire movies that not only make for great thrills, but often it's full of incredible queer subtext and eroticism that make them even more captivating. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Megan Kearns Visit  insessionfilm.com  for...

In this episode, Shadan is joined by Zak Ahmed and Robin Write to break down this year's BAFTA awards and the stirring discourse that sprouted in the ceremony's aftermath! There is plenty to talk about regarding the winners and how many categories feel even more up in the air now, but we of course had to also address the show's controversy as well.  Visit https://insessionfilm.com/store for merch...

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, inspired by SCREAM 7 hitting theaters this weekend, we discuss our favorite horror movie kills! The horror genre is full of all kinds of death and carnage, featuring some of the most gnarly thrills that cinema has to offer, and we thought it would be fun to parse though the best sequences that define horror film. JD also opens the show by talking about the...

On this episode, JD and Erica discuss Michael Mann, oh I'm sorry, I mean Bart Layton's new film CRIME 101! Starring Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo, Layton deeply leans into his inner Mann to deliver a captivating crime thriller. 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...

On this episode, we discuss our favorite live-action Disney films! Understandably most might think of their animated canon first, but Disney has a surprisingly great variety of live-action films that we love just as much and we had a great time parsing through the films that resonate the most with us. Panel: Megan Kearns, Zita Short Visit  insessionfilm.com  for merch and more! Thanks for listenin...

In this episode, Shadan is joined by Doug Jamieson to discuss their final predictions to the 2026 BAFTA's! Are all the major categories locked up? Could HAMNET surprise with these awards being on their home turf? We talk about all this and more with our winner predictions.  We also spend a few moments discussing last weekend's Indie Spirit Award winners! Where to watch every Oscar nominee: https:/...

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Gore Verbinski's new film GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON'T DIE! Starring a really fun Sam Rockwell and always underrated Haley Lu Richardson, the film is brazen with its satire and darkly very humorous. But its messaging on AI is striking and quite clever.  Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an...

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Emerald Fennell's latest film WUTHERING HEIGHTS! As it has been with Fennell, this film has been quite polarizing and given her approach to the material, it's quite understanding why fans of the book would find it off-putting. But she does have cinematic flair that's undeniable.  Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be...

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, Megan Kearns fills in for JD as we discuss our Top 5 epic romance movies! With Valentine's Day over the weekend, we wanted to linger in the spirit of love by talking about the cinematic romances that have resonated the most with us. We also discuss the sad passing of the legendary Robert Duvall and heartbreaking death of James Van Der Beek. - Opening Banter...

On this episode, we discuss our favorite movies and performances from the great Dutch actress Carice van Houten! She's had a fascinating career and some extremely notable roles in GAME OF THRONES, BLACK BOOK and BLACK BUTTERFLIES especially. We dig into those and much more in this conversation.  Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah Visit  insessionfilm.com  for merch and more! Thanks for liste...

On this episode, JD and Megan discuss the French animated LITTLE AMÉLIE OR THE CHARACTER OF RAIN! Oscar-nominated and featuring the most striking visuals, this little gem of a movie is really beautiful and poignant, even if it's at times ambitious to a fault.  Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become a Member today to get exclusive b...

In this episode, Shadan and Erica discuss this year's DGA awards winners and where we stand regarding the Oscars race! Does SINNERS still have a chance? What about HAMNET? Or is it just ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER's to lose? We also spend a few moments discussing what we've seen lately and some movies we're looking forward to in the next couple of weeks! Where to watch every Oscar nominee: https://in...

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we dive into some Gore Verbinski as we rank his ten feature films, from MOUSE HUNT all the way to A CURE FOR WELLNESS! Not all of his films work, but his ambitious vision has always been something we've admired.  We also discuss Sam Raimi's EVIL DEAD trilogy as we recently revisited those movies in prep for last week's draft and we offer up a few thoughts o...

On this episode, we discuss our favorite Disney animated films and why some of their boldest, more sophisticated films come from a different era! Even if some of their new movies are still pretty good too. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Megan Kearns Visit  insessionfilm.com  for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice!  insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, Shadan is joined by our own Will Bjarnar and Megan Loucks to recap this year's Sundance Film Festival! The festival featured plenty of strong films, but a select few stood out as truly spectacular and we spotlight those in a big way. 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 con...

On this episode, we discuss Sam Raimi's new film SEND HELP, starring a phenomenal Rachel McAdams! Raimi's horror sensibilities are back in a big way with this tense, darkly funny survival thriller that also has a surprisingly poignant message given the times.  Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive...

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we dive into a Sam Raimi movie draft, breaking down and discussing one of the most inventive directors in modern cinema. From EVIL DEAD to SPIDER-MAN to his new film SEND HELP, Raimi's style and legacy is unforgettable.  We also talk about the recent passing of comedic legend Catherine O'Hara and we also revisit one of our all-time favorite scores from PIRA...

On this episode, we discuss our favorite Rob Reiner films and talk about why he was special filmmaker! One that we will miss very much. Panel: Megan Kearns, Amy Thomasson Visit  insessionfilm.com  for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice!  insessionfilm.com/subscribe

In this episode, Shadan and guest Kenny Miles break down the 2026 BAFTA nominations, digging into the year's biggest surprises, snubs, and front-runners. We spend time on major contenders like Sinners, One Battle After Another, Marty Supreme, and Hamnet, discussing why these films connected with voters and what their nominations say about the current state of the race. Visit https://insessionfilm....

On this episode, we break down DEAD MAN'S WIRE, Gus Van Sant's gripping new film based on the real-life 1977 Tony Kiritsis hostage standoff. We dive into Van Sant's restrained direction, the film's slow-burn tension, and how it uses true crime to explore the fight for justice, corruption, and the violence baked into American spectacle. Does it say anything about America's appetite for real-time tr...

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Mascha Schilinski's ambitious and remarkable sophomore effort in SOUND OF FALLING! 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, Shadan Larki joins JD to discuss this year's Oscar nominations (and the Oscars philosophically) and we do a Best Actress nominees draft as we consider the nominees from the 2020s! - Opening Banter (0:30) - 2026 Oscar Nominations (6:54) - Best Actress Draft (59:17) Visit insessionfilm.dashery.com to support the show with InSession Film merch! Visit episode s...

On this episode, we discuss our favorite female horror directors and some films that we highly recommend everyone checking out! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Megan Kearns Visit  insessionfilm.com  for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice!  insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, Shadan is joined by Amanda Spears to discuss the Oscar nominations for the 98th Academy Awards! SINNERS broke records. Some films surprised. Others were snubbed. We break it all down in this conversation. 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!...

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss our most anticipated movies of 2026! JD also provides a new Stingray update and we dive into a few of our expectations for this year's Oscar nominations. - Opening Banter / ISF Awards Recap (0:30) - Stingray Update (8:30) - Oscar Nominations (25:44) - Top 5 Most Anticipated Movies (1:51:45) Visit insessionfilm.dashery.com to support the show with...