InSession Film Podcast

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, JD and Brendan discuss the films they've been catching up on as we near the end of the year and the ISF Awards! Plus, a conversation on Adam Driver revealing the initial path for Kylo Ren in the new STAR WARS trilogy. - Jonathan Majors / Marvel (5:23) - Adam Driver / Kylo Ren (22:33) - 2023 Catch Up (50:09) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON - Follow us on social. media for your chance to win a FREE digital code! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discus Andrew Haigh's latest film ALL OF US STRANGERS, starring Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, good friend of the show Ryan McQuade comes back to help JD and Brendan discuss Bradley Cooper's latest film MAESTRO! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, we get into the holiday spirit as we talk about our favorite adaptations of A CHRISTMAS CAROL! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson 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, JD and Brendan discuss the Finnish entry for Best International Film in Aki Kaurismäki's FALLEN LEAVES! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Cord Jefferson's award-winning directorial debut AMERICAN FICTION, starring the great Jeffrey Wright! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Paul King's latest film WONKA, starring the great Timothée Chalamet! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, we give our thoughts on the nominations for this year's Golden Globes and with WONKA coming to theaters this weekend we did a movie musicals draft! - Open / Plugs (1:00) - Golden Globes Nominations (6:46) - Musicals Draft (1:21:03) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: TMNT: MUTANT MAYHEM - Follow us on social media for your chance to win a *free* Blu-ray! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 65 of Women InSession, we talk about the great Brendan Fraser and why he's the quintessential movie star! He's charming, magnetic and has more range than people give him credit for. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Shadan Larki 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, JD and Brendan take a look at Nicolas Cage's latest film DREAM SCENARIO! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Hayao Miyazaki's new film THE BOY AND THE HERON (aka HOW DO YOU LIVE?), which would be an astonishing way to leave if Miyazaki does finally retire! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF 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 Todd Hayne's new film MAY DECEMBER, starring Julianne Moore, Natalie Portman and Charles Melton! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD is joined by Brian Rowe and Shadan Larki to discuss the Acting Categories and the Best Director race in regards to the 2023 Oscars! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On Episode 64 of Women InSession, we continue our critic spotlight series as we get to know Erica Richards and talk about how her experience in academia and video production has helped shaped her as a critics! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Shadan Larki, Erica Richards Visit insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! insessionfilm.com/subscribe

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, with DREAM SCENARIO coming out soon, we thought it would be fun to do a Nicolas Cage character draft! We also discuss the new FURIOSA trailer, Will Smith's confirmation of I AM LEGEND 2 and whether or not we believe Kevin Feige about RDJ coming back to the MCU. - InSession Sports (1:30) - Furiosa Trailer / I am Legend 2 / RDJ (17:08) - Nicolas Cage Character Draft (54:59) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Visit this episode's sponsor: https://libsyn.com - Get 2 months FREE with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Ridley Scott's latest film NAPOLEON, starring the strangely hilarious Joaquin Phoenix! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF 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 latest film from Yorgos Lanthimos in POOR THINGS, starring an incredible Emma Stone! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Emerald Fennell's latest film SALTBURN, starring the great Barry Keoghan! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we talk about the importance of NAPOLEON taking the box office from Disney's WISH, Edgar Wright's most recent comments, the SCREAM 7 news and the really fascinating filmography of Ridley Scott! - JD's Gloating (2:10) - Napoleon / Wish (21:15) - Edgar Wright (35:47) - Ridley Scott Discussion (1:11:28) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/InSessionFilm Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 63, we take a look at all of the film adaptations of LITTLE WOMEN and discuss our favorites, how they hold up and which film captures the spirit of the book the best. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Amy Thomason 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, JD and Brendan discuss George C. Wolfe's latest film RUSTIN, starring a to-be-Oscar-nominated Colman Domingo! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Alexander Payne's new film THE HOLDOVERS, starring the great Paul Giamatti! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film, we catch up on some other 2023 releases and give some brief thoughts on NYAD, NEXT GOAL WINS, THE BURIAL, WINGWOMEN, FINGERNAILS and THE CAINE MUTINY COURT MARTIAL! Plus, a small debate on putting up Christmas lights before Thanksgiving. - Open / Holiday Discussion (1:05) - Nyad / Next Goal Wins / The Burial (9:44) - Wingwomen / Fingernails / Caine Mutiny (1:23:43) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Christian Eulinberg joins JD to discuss the latest film in THE HUNGER GAMES franchise, THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 62 of Women InSession, we discuss the lives and careers of the fascinating Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Richard Burton 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, JD and Brendan talk about the new SAG deal and discuss their Top 5 Marvel Characters that we've seen in movies over the years! - SAG Deal (9:56) - Coyote vs ACME (20:00) - Top 5 Marvel Characters (33:00) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the latest entry in the MCU with THE MARVELS! Plus, a little discussion on the MCU moving forward given the reveal in the mid-credits scene. Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review David Fincher's latest film THE KILLER, starring the great Michael Fassbender! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 61 of Women InSession, we talk about some unique vampire movies that we love, in particular Tony Scott's 1983 vampire movie THE HUNGER! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short 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, JD is joined by Assistant Professor at the University of Kentucky Raymond De Luca to discuss his expertise with the great Russian filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky! Raymond is currently running a series at The Kentucky Theater in Lexington, KY, and it was an honor to have him on the show to talk about the legendary director. Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Ema Sasic from Next Best Picture joins JD to discuss Sofia Coppola's new film PRISCILLA! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, Dave Giannini fills in for Brendan once again as we talk a little PLANET OF THE APES and the great Alexander Payne in anticipation for THE HOLDOVERS! We also discuss Marvel with THE MARVELS coming to theaters this weekend and if they should be concerned going forward. - Planet of the Apes (11:08) - Alexander Payne (32:27) - Marvel (1:11:31) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 60 of Women InSession, we talk about the great Christopher Nolan and what makes him a distinct filmmaker. Specifically we talk about one of our favorites in THE PRESTIGE! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Shadan Larki, Erika Richards, Amy Thomasson 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, Megan Kearns joins JD do discuss Chloe Domont's latest film FAIR PLAY, starring Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss the IT FOLLOWS sequel announcement, the KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON intermission debate and why it's challenging to be in the conversation when you live in middle America. Plus, we talk about the wonderful Sofia Coppola and why she's one of the best filmmakers working today! - They Follow (7:28) - Intermission Debate (19:02) - Location Challenges (40:10) - Sofia Coppola (1:13:26) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Justine Triet's Palme d'Or winning film ANATOMY OF A FALL, starring Sandra Hüller and Milo Machado-Graner! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 59 of Women InSession, we discuss the hot new concert documentary TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR and some of our favorite movies of 2023 so far! Panel: Shadan Larki, Erica Richards 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, JD and Brendan discuss Martin Scorsese's latest film KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON, starring Lily Gladstone, Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film, we get Brendan's thoughts on the A24 news after missing last week and in anticipation for THE KILLER we do a collective ranking of David Fincher! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Brendan and JD discuss the Wes Anderson, Roald Dahl anthology film THE WONDERFUL STORY OF HENRY SUGAR, including the aforementioned title as well as THE SWAN, RAT CATCHER and POISON! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, our own Dave Giannini joins JD to discuss the great Martin Scorsese and why he's the best American filmmaker of all-time! Plus, we talk about A24's shift to IP and Michael Caine's decision to retire from acting. - Michael Caine (6:04) - A24 (21:14) - Martin Scorsese (58:50) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on Women InSession, we discuss the career of the great David Lean, a filmmaker with big epics and stellar early works! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Amy Thomasson 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss the best horror films of the 21st Century so far and in honor of Guillermo del Toro's birthday we rank his filmography! Plus, JD has a few thoughts on the Netflix rom-com LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT. - Love at First Sight (6:01) - Guillermo del Toro (16:04) - Best Horror Films (49:41) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING PART 1 - Follow us on social media for your chance to win a free digital code! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Craig Gillespie's latest film DUMB MONEY, starring Paul Dano and Pete Davidson! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 57 on Women InSession, we talk about some of our favorite book to film adaptations, why they work and the challenges of transitioning a story from the page to the screen! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Amy Thomasson, Shadan Larki 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, JD and Brendan review John Carney's new film FLORA AND SON! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, using THE CREATOR as inspiration, we talk about our favorite movies featuring artificial intelligence! We also remember the late-great Michael Gambon and discuss Martin Scorsese's comments about indie films. - Martin Scorsese Comments (4:13) - Michael Gambon (26:39) - AI Movies (1:01:38) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Gareth Edwards' new film THE CREATOR, starring John David Washington! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 56 of Women InSession, we continue our critic spotlight series as we get to know Shadan Larki further and talk about her passions and journey as a film critic! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Shadan Larki 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, we continue our 2001 Retrospective as we discuss the year in cinema and dive into our Top 10 Movies of 2001! Plus, a few thoughts on the new WGA deal that was just announced. The Royal Tenenbaums: https://youtu.be/YcIJZ6puSjI - WGA / Golden Globes News (3:58) - 2001 Retrospective (10:36) - Top 10 Movies of 2001 (44:39) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy