InSession Film Podcast

This week on Women InSession, we analyze the popular Australian comedy from 1997 THE CASTLE and discuss its impact on Australian culture! Panel: Zita Short, 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.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the latest film from Akiva Schaffer, and the fourth installment in the franchise, THE NAKED GUN! 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 Eva Victor's incredible debut film SORRY, BABY! 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 the release of THE NAKED GUN, we talk about our Top 5 spoof movies! We also talk about the state of cinema, the superhero genre and how we might be in a new era for movies. - Opening Banter / Last Week's VIP Episode (0:30) - Are We In A New Era? (19:51) - New Spider-Man Suit (1:02:18) - Top 5 Spoof Movies (1:13:10) Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Episode Sponsor: 28 Years Later - Follow us on social media for your chance to win a FREE digital code! Episode Sponsor: Amazon Music - Visit getamazonmusic.com/InSessionFilm to get 90 days for FREE! 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 great Marilyn Monroe and her underrated dramatic, demonstrating that she was much more than her iconic comedic work! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson, Zita Short, Megan Kearns 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 is joined by Megan Loucks to discuss Kiyoshi Kurosawa's new film CLOUD! 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

On this episode, Brendan and JD are joined by Megan Loucks to discuss Marvel's latest film THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS! 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 do another collective Top 10 as we discuss our favorite pre-MCU superhero movies! We also talk about JD's trip back to Michigan and where the MCU stands in a post-FANTASTIC FOUR world. - New Trends / Avatar Fire & Ash Trailer (0:40) - JD's Trip Home (7:40) - State of the MCUnion (21:22) - Top 10 Superhero Movies (50:33) Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Episode Sponsor: Koffee Kult - Visit koffeekult.com and get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 Episode Sponsor: Audible - Visit https://www.audibletrial.com/insessionfilm and get a FREE 30-day trial! 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 are joined by Clayton Jones and Kristen Lopez to discuss more Michael Fassbender after the incredible response to our first Fassbender conversation! 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.com/subscribe

On this episode, Brendan is joined by ISF writer Shaurya Chawla to discuss Ari Aster's new film EDDINGTON! 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

On this episode, ISF writers Megan Kearns and Lane Mills dive into the next horror legacy sequel in I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER! 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, inspired by Ari Aster's EDDINIGTON, we discuss our favorite neo-westerns! We also talk a little IRONHEART, early tickets for THE ODYSSEY and the depressing news about The Late Show. - Opening Banter (0:30) - Internet Craziness / Odyssey Tickets (5:58) - The Late Show Cancelled (22:02) - Wonder Woman (31:12) - Ironheart (38:07) - Top 5 Neo-Westerns (54:40) Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Episode Sponsor: Saily - Get 5% OFF with the code ISF5: https://go.saily.site/aff_c?offer_id=101&aff_id=9039 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, Pacific Northwest native Zach Youngs joins to show to talk about the amazing cinema that takes place in Seattle and the greater PNW area! 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.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss James Gunn's latest film SUPERMAN as it kicks off the brand new DCU! Also, once again we get JD's son Sam to give us his thoughts as a first-time Superman watcher. - Sam's Review (10:40) - Main Review (21:28) 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 SUPERMAN now in theaters kicking off the new era of the DCU, we thought it would be to do a consensus Top 10 ranking of franchise starter films! Plus, we have a fun conversation about how SUPERMAN sets the foundation for the success of James Gunn's DCU. - Opening Banter (0:32) - Superman vs Man of Steel (8:30) - Top 10 Franchise Starter Films (46:25) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: NordVPN - Click this link to get 30 days for free! https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=114779 Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on Women InSession, Julia Sirmons from 1999: The Podcast joins us as we discuss the great costume designer Sandy Powell and her incredible contemporary work in cinema! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson, 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 Gareth Edwards' latest film JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH! Plus, JD's son Sam comes back to give us his thoughts as well. - Sam's Review (0:30) - Main Review (24:30) 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 discussed our top 5 movies of 2025 so far! It's been an up and down year so far, but there's no denying the greatness of the films at the top of our lists. - Opening Banter (0:30) - Discussing 2025 Film Broadly (2:01) - Top 5 Movies of 2025 (25:11) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on Women InSession, we discuss our favorite Victorian costume movies and why we're obsessed with the elegant costumes they depict! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, Megan Kearns 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 Joseph Kosinski's new racing film F1: THE MOVIE! 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 Pixar's latest film ELIO! Plus, JD's son Sam comes back to give us his thoughts as well. - Sam's Review (5:54) - Main Review (13:57) 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 are joined by Diego Crespo of The Waffle Press Podcast to discuss Danny Boyle's latest film 28 YEARS LATER! 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 our Top 30 movies of the 21st century so far! We're a quarter of the way into the century and have seen thousands of movies over the last 25 years. These are the films that stand above the rest for us! - Opening Banter (0:30) - Criteria and Process of Making Our Lists (4:11) - Top 30 Movies of the 21st Century (47:26) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we combine our lists and come up with a consensus Top 10 Pixar movies! We also talk about Pixar's upcoming new film GATTO and dive into the implications of Tom Cruise winning an Honorary Oscar this year. - Opening Banter (0:42) - Pixar / Gatto (8:55) - Tom Cruise (25:48) - Ranking Pixar (41:59) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: Saily - Get 5% OFF with the code ISF5: https://go.saily.site/aff_c?offer_id=101&aff_id=9039 Episode Sponsor: Libsyn - Go to libsyn.com and get 2 MONTHS FREE at checkout with our code: ISF Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on Women InSession, after discussing vampires and witches in recent weeks, we thought it would be fun to continue the trend by discussing our favorite werewolf movies! 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 Dean DeBlois' remake of his own film in the new live-action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON! We also bring back a very special guest, JD's son Sam, to get his thoughts on the film as well. 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 Ryan McQuade of AwardsWatch to discuss Mike Flanagan's new film THE LIFE OF CHUCK! 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 are joined by Brandon Lewis of AwardsWatch to discuss Celine Song's new film MATERIALISTS! 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 are joined by Adam Kempenaar from Filmspotting to discuss our Top 5 movies of the decade so far! - Opening Banter (0:37) - Brad Bird & Incredibles 3 News (4:34) - Top 5 Movies of the Decade (17:59) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, we discuss two adaptations of William Shakespeare's comedy in 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU vs THE TAMING OF THE SHREW (1967)! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson, Jaylan Salah Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and BlueSky! @InSessionFilm

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Carson Lund's simple, but beautiful sports film EEPHUS! 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 the latest from the great Wes Anderson in THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME! 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, guest hosts Megan Kearns and Max Vincent discuss the new action film FROM THE WORLD OF JOHN WICK: BALLERINA! 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 best film scores of the decade so far! We also talk about the great Michael Fassbender coming off the heels of the latest Women InSession podcast as we had more to say (and defend) about his career. - Opening Banter (0:42) - Michael Fassbender (16:52) - Film Scores of the Decade (46:02) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: Saily - Get 5% OFF with the code ISF5: https://go.saily.site/aff_c?offer_id=101&aff_id=9039 Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, we discuss the compelling career of Michael Fassbender to this point, which includes some all-time performances of his era and some wondrous headscratchers as well! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Jaylan Salah, Zach Youngs Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and BlueSky! @InSessionFilm

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the debut film from Andrew DeYoung in FRIENDSHIP, starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd! 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 the new film from the Philippou brothers in BRING HER BACK! 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 best performances of the decade so far! We also talk some box office and the trailers for FRANKENSTEIN, SUPERMAN and HAPPY GILMORE 2. - Box Office (4:24) - Trailer Talk (19:07) - Performances of the Decade (53:24) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: Saily - Get 5% OFF with the code ISF5: https://go.saily.site/aff_c?offer_id=101&aff_id=9039 Episode Sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, we discuss the legendary costume designer William Travilla and his iconic work with the great Marilyn Monroe! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Amy Thomasson, Jaylan Salah Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and BlueSky! @InSessionFilm

On this episode, JD (filling in for Shadan) is joined by ISF writing Hector A. Gonzalez to discuss all the films he saw at this year's Cannes Film Festival, including IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT, SENTIMENTAL VALUE, SOUND OF FALLING, DIE MY LOVE, EDDINGTON and more! 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 are joined by a very special guest (JD's son Sam!) as we review Disney's latest live-action remake in LILO & STITCH! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF Member today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, with THE FINAL RECKONING maybe being the end, we do a consensus ranking of the Top 5 stunts in the MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE franchise! We also discuss the weekend box office and the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. - More on The Final Reckoning (0:34) - Dumb Twitter Discourse (26:29) - 2025 Cannes (43:31) - Mission: Impossible Stunts Ranking (1:04:57) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: NordVPN - Click this link to get 30 days for free! https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=114779 Episode Sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

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/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

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! @InSessionFilm

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 Kult - Visit koffeekult.com and get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 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

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