InSession Film Podcast

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss all the exciting news that came out at this year's CinemaCon and continue our Best Picture Movie Series with the 1966 winner A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS! - CinemaCon (3:19) - A Man For All Seasons (1:20:45) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: NOVOCAINE - 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 week's episode, we finish our James Bond mini-series by discussing the Daniel Craig era in the franchise! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zach Youngs, Megan Kearns Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! insessionfilm.com/subscribe

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the latest Jason Statham / David Ayer collaboration in A WORKING MAN! 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 Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Alex Scharfman's comedy-horror film DEATH OF A UNICORN, starring Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd! 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 Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss Marvel's AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY livestream casting announcement and continue our Best Picture Movie Series with the iconic 1965 film THE SOUND OF MUSIC! Plus, a few thoughts on James Bond's new producers and the trailer for ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER. - Marvel Casting Livestream (2:20) - James Bond (40:56) - One Battle After Another (58:21) - The Sound of Music (1:13:22) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: Koffee Kult (koffeekult.com) Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF15 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 week's episode, we continue our conversation on costumes in movies, this time getting Amy's favorite picks! 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, we discuss Daffy Duck and Porky Pig in the wonderfully loony animated film THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP: A LOONEY TUNES MOVIE! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Disney's latest live-action remake in SNOW WHITE, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Godot! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, inspired by Disney's live-action SNOW WHITE, we come up with our top 5 animated movies to pitch to Hollywood for the next live-action adaptations! Plus, we continue our Best Picture Movie Series with the 1964 winner MY FAIR LADY. - JD's thoughts on The Electric State / Black Bag (5:51) - Live-Action Adaptation Pitches (24:45) - My Fair Lady (1:22:24) 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 be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 128 of Women InSession, we talk about the portrayal of Bond women over the years and the misogynistic elements that have defined their depiction. Plus, a little conversation about Amazon's take over of the franchise. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short 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 Shaurya Chawla to discuss the Russo's latest Netflix blunder in THE ELECTRIC STATE! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Brendan is joined by Maxance Vincent to discuss the new Steven Soderbergh film BLACK BAG! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, inspired by Steven Soderbergh already having two films out this year, we thought it would be fun to go through all the year's where directors had multiple films out in a given year! But we don't just stop there, we rank our Top 10 pairings and determine which director had the best double feature. Finally, we continue our Best Picture Movie Series with the 1963 film TOM JONES! - Opening Banter (0:45) - Director Double Feature (14:04) - Tom Jones (1:10:52) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF Episode's 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 on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 127 of Women InSession, we continue our critic spotlight series as we get to know our illustrious host Kristin Battestella and her experience becoming a critic! Panel: Zita Short, Jaylan Salah, Amy Thomasson, Kristin Battestella 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, JD and Brendan discuss the Sam and Andy Zuchero romantic sci-fi film LOVE ME! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Bong Joon Ho's first film since winning three Oscars in MICKEY 17! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, using JD's virial tweet as inspiration we talk about the best shots of the 2020s so far, and we continue our Best Picture Movie Series with the 1962 masterpiece LAWRENCE OF ARABIA! - Best Shots of 2020s (5:00) - Lawrence of Arabia (55:15) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: audibletrial.com/InSessionFilm - Use our link to get a FREE audiobook and 30-day FREE 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

On Episode 126 of Women InSession, we discuss our favorite big costume movies and what makes it a really fun genre of film! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short 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 new Scott Derrickson romantic sci-fi thriller THE GORGE! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD is joined by InSession Film writer Zach Youngs to discuss Alex Parkinson's new film LAST BREATH! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, Gerald from The Awards Garage joins us to discuss the 2025 Oscars and we continue our Best Picture Movie Series with Robert Wise's iconic 1961 musical WEST SIDE STORY! - 2025 Oscars (0:50) - West Side Story (1:25:40) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF25 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, Shadan and Erica discuss the 2025 Oscars and give their reaction to this year's crop of winners! 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 Episode 125 of Women InSession, we continue our James Bond discussion by diving into the Bond films of the 1980s! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short 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, we discuss the new documentary from Questlove in SLY LIVES! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Shadan is joined by Amanda Spears as we discuss our final predictions for the 97th Academy Awards! The 2025 Oscars are almost here and it's time to put our stamp on who wins the big awards this year. 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 latest from Neon with Osgood Perkins's THE MONKEY! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Shadan is joined by Joey Moser to discuss the short films nominated at the 2025 Oscars! Please note, this episode was recorded a few weeks ago, so please keep that in mind for context. 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 Visit shortoftheweek.com for more great short film recommendations!

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss the very depressing James Bond news with Amazon taking over and we begin the next phase of our Best Picture Movie Series as we review Billy Wilder's THE APARTMENT! - James Bond (10:20) - The Apartment (56:34) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: ONE OF THEM DAYS - 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 Episode 124 of Women InSession, Clayton Jones of Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies! joins us as we debate CHALLENGERS and MATCH POINT! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, Amy Thomasson, Zita Short 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 head to Peru as we go on an adventure with the Brown family in PADDINGTON IN PERU! 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, Shadan is joined by Nick Spake from WatchMojo to discuss this year's BAFTA winners and predict this weekend's SAG winners! 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 latest entry into the MCU with CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD! Shop our merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store 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 feature a fun Harrison Ford Character Draft where we go five rounds picking the best Ford characters! We also talk a little BAFTAs and JD loses his mind over a hockey game. - Hockey / Ghost Stories (0:42) - BAFTAs (18:58) - Harrison Ford Character Draft (56:55) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: BETTER MAN - Follow us on social media for your chance to win a FREE digital code! Episode's 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 on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 123 of Women InSession, it's our little twist on Valentine's Day as we discuss our favorite vampire romances! 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 review the comedy-horror film from Josh Ruben in HEART EYES! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, we discuss the action-comedy film LOVE HURTS, starring the great Ke Huy Quan! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, Shadan and Erica discuss the winners (and chaos) of the Critics Choice, DGA and PGA awards that were announced over the weekend! 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 dig further into the feature films of the legendary David Lynch and what made him such a unique and sentimental filmmaker! Plus, some discussion on this year's Critics Choice, DGA and PGA winners. - Awards Discussion (11:17) - David Lynch (51:15) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: SEPTEMBER 5 - Follow us on social media for your chance to win a FREE digital code! Episode's 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 on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On Episode 122 of Women InSession, we celebrate James Spader's birthday by diving into his filmography and why he's such a captivating actor! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, 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, Shadan is joined by Brandon Lewis to discuss the recent Oscars controversy and how it might affect the voting process! We also talk about how CCA and PGA speeches could influence the race and is it really crazy to think A COMPLETE UNKNOWN could win Best Picture? 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 Drew Hancock's new sci-fi comedy horror film COMPANION! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, Ryan McQuade comes back after a *wild* Oscars week with Karla Sofía Gascón completely self-destructing after a series of past tweets resurfaced. We talk about her reaction to it all and how it might affect the Oscars voting. - Karla Sofía Gascón Discussion (10:51) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: FREEDIVER - See the film now on Amazon Prime and follow us on social media for your chance to win an exclusive prize package! 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 121 of Women InSession, we discuss the lovely Roger Moore and his take on James Bond throughout the 1970s! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Zach Youngs 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 Tim Fehlbaum's new film SEPTEMBER 5, recently nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay! 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 Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Steven Soderbergh's new film PRESENCE, one of the more fascinating ghost stories in recent years! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe to the channel or your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, the great Ryan McQuade comes back on the show as we discuss the 2025 Oscar nominations! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode sponsor: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 - 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: ISF24 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 120 of Women InSession, we dive into the IT ENDS WITH US lawsuits and the disturbing behavior that led to Blake Lively having to take action during the production of that film. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, Amy Thomasson, Megan Kearns 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, Shadan, Erica and Will break down the 2025 Oscar nominations! There were some fun surprises, some predictable snubs and a lot of expected nominees. But either way, there's a lot to talk about with this year's crop of Oscar nominations. 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 Christian Gudegast's new film DEN OF THIEVES 2: PANTERA, starring the great Gerard Butler! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe to the channel or your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan review Michael Gracey's new film BETTER MAN, starring the entertaining Robbie Williams! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe to the channel or your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/subscribe Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy