InSession Film Podcast

On this episode, Shadan and Cameron discuss their *final* predictions for this year's 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we begin by remembering the late-great David Lynch and then end the show by discussing our most anticipated movies of 2025! Plus, a small conversation on the current awards season and recent claims of AI being used in the films up for contention. - David Lynch (6:40) - Awards Season / AI (40:42) - Most Anticipated Movies of 2025 (1:09:49) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! 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 119 of Women InSession, we discuss the trajectory of James Bond in the 1960s and why it was so special with Sean Connery! And a one-timer in the role with the interesting George Lazenby. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah 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 and Erica break down the 2025 DGA and SAG nominations, and how they might affect the Oscars race! We also spend a little time talking about the unfortunate events happening in Los Angeles right now, which has of course pushed back the timeline of a few things at the moment. Our hearts go out to everyone effected by the fires. 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, for Part 2 of our InSession Film Awards, we discuss our Top 10 movies of 2024! It ended up being a very good year for film (despite what some may argue) and we had a really fun discussion counting down the very best that cinema had to offer at the movies this last year. Don't miss Part 1 where we discuss the best acting, direction, cinematography, overlooked movies and more from film in 2024: https://linktr.ee/insessionfilm Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we feature our 12th annual InSession Film Awards! We discuss the very best that 2024 had to offer in terms of surprises, overlooked movies, the best acting performances, and so much more when it comes to the film year. - Individual Awards (5:50) - Best Movie Discovery (45:24) - Best Surprise Actor/Actress (56:57) - Best Surprise Movie (1:07:53) - Best Overlooked Movie (1:15:07) - Best Opening/ Closing Scene (1:28:47) - Best Use of Soundtrack Music (1:36:04) - Best Original Score (1:45:27) - Best Animated Movie (1:54:49) - Best International Film (2:13:15) - Best Documentary (2:22:26) - Best Cinematography (2:35:52) - Best Adapted Screenplay (2:42:45) - Best Original Screenplay (2:51:26) - Best Director (3:02:51) - Best Supporting Actress (3:07:23) - Best Supporting Actor (3:17:39) - Best Actress (3:27:45) - Best Actor (3:36:04) *Times may vary slightly depending on ads Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! 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 118 of Women InSession, we discuss problematic talent and the idea of separating the art from the artist! Is is possible? What does it look like? Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson, Jaylan Salah 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 Mike Leigh's new film HARD TRUTHS, starring a phenomenal Marianne Jean-Baptiste! 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, Shadan and Erica break down the 2025 Golden Globe Awards and what it all means for this year's Oscar race! 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 Halina Reijn's erotic drama BABYGIRL, starring the great Nicole Kidman! 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, we discuss our Top 5 scenes of 2024! It wasn't the best year for the major studios, however; it still ended up being anther rich year in film overall. There are many incredible scenes to choose from, so it wasn't easy to narrow down, but as always we had the best time with this list. - Opening Banter (4:06) - Top 5 Scenes of 2024 (25:01) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! You can now buy it directly on our YouTube page as well! V isit 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 117 of Women InSession, we discuss the great Pierce Brosnan and his era of James Bond! Panel: Kristen Battestella, Jaylan Salah 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 and Erica discuss their predictions for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards! 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/Bluesky/Instagram @InSessionFilm

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we end the year with even more catch-up homework as we discuss THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG, NO OTHER LAND, I'M STILL HERE, SOUNDTRACK TO A COUP D'ETAT, SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE and more! - Fun Podcast Story (2:18) - Box Office (10:57) - Movie Catch-Up (19:00) Here are the film's discussed (in order): No Other Land, Soundtrack to a Coup d'État, I'm Still Here, The Seed of the Sacred Fig, How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, Small Things Like These, Oh Canada, The Room Next Door, Bird, The Fire Inside, The Girl with the Needle, Close Your Eyes Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: Gladiator II - 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 dive into James Mangold's latest film A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, starring the great Timothée Chalamet! 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 #MovieReview #BobDylan #ACompleteUnknown

On this episode, JD is joined by ISF writer Will Bjarnar to discuss Robert Eggers' new film NOSFERATU! 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, we have more catch-up homework as we discuss The Last Showgirl, Smile 2, Dahomey, The Order, Maria, The Piano Lesson and more! Plus, some box office talk and the secret to enjoying Red One! - Box Office (4:04) - Movie Catch-Up (18:38) 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 discuss one of the best films of the year in Payal Kapadia's ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT! 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 Barry Jenkins' latest film MUFASA: THE LION KING! 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 and Erica reveal the 2024 InSession Film Awards Nominations as voted on by the entire InSession Film staff! Please note: These nominations are voted on by the entire staff and operate separately from the InSession Film Podcast, in which JD and Brendan will be revealing their awards on Episode 619. 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 Episode 115 of Women InSession, we discuss/rant about the portrayal of female writers on screen in film over the years and misguided approach many of them have taken! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss all of the good and the bad with this year's Critics Choice nominations! We also talk about the Sony Spider-Man spin-off universe and what direction they should take next. - Box Office (2:36) - Bad Hollywood Marketing (17:33) - Sony Spider-Man Spin-Offs (28:35) - Critics Choice Nominations (58:14) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! 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 this episode, Sophia Ciminello joins JD and Brendan to discuss one of the very best films of the year in RaMell Ross' NICKEL BOYS! 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, Erik Anderson from AwardsWatch joins us to discuss Luca Guadagnino's new film QUEER! 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 Episode 114 of Women InSession, we dive into the fascinating career of the great Val Kilmer! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah 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, Meg from WonderWatchlist joins JD and Brendan to discuss Marielle Heller's new film NIGHTBITCH, starring the great Amy Adams! 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, we give our thoughts on this year's Golden Globes nominations and AFI Top 10 list as awards season ramps up further! We also talk briefly about the disappointing news of Chris Evans coming back to the MCU. - Box Office (2:12) - MCU (14:24) - Golden Globes / AFI (37:43) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode's sponsor: VENOM: THE LAST DANCE - Get 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, Shadan and Erica give their thoughts on this year's crop of Golden Globes nominees! EMILIA PEREZ and THE BRUTALIST leading the way, there are some really compelling nominations that were great to see. 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 Brady Corbet's new American epic in THE BRUTALIST! 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 Will Bjarnar to offer up their nomination predictions to the 2025 Golden Globes! 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 113 of Women InSession, we discuss the Frankenstein novel and its various adaptions over the years! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, 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, ISF writer Will Bjarnar joins JD and Brendan to discuss Clint Eastwood's new film JUROR #2! 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 are joined by Jacob Throneberry to discuss Gints Zilbalodis's beautiful animated film FLOW! 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, we discuss Disney's shenanigans over MOANA 2 and their brutally unethical way of turning an even heavier profit. We also discuss our Awards Editor Shadan Larki's Oscar predictions and how we feel about the awards race this year! - Opening Banter / Football Fun (0:30) - Box Office / Disney Shenanigans (22:34) - Oscar Talk (1:26:38) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://audibletrial.com/InSessionFilm - Get a FREE audiobook and 30-day FREE trial 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 112 of Women InSession, we talk about our top 3 overlooked foreign films and what makes them so special despite the little they've received! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Will Bjarnar 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 of Chasing the Gold, Shadan and Erica discuss WICKED and where they think it'll land come Oscar nomination morning! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! 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

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss more movies we've caught up with in the last few weeks, including WE LIVE IN TIME, KNEECAP, HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS and FANCY DANCE. We also talk about that horrible trailer for the live-action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON. - Opening Banter (0:34) - Box Office (6:15) - HTTYD Trailer (22:08) - 2024 Catch-Up (32:29) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! 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 this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Ridley Scott's new film GLADIATOR II, starring the great Paul Mescal! 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 are joined by Erica Richards to discuss Jon M. Chu's highly anticipated musical WICKED! 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 Episode 111 of Women InSession, Zach Youngs joins us to discuss our favorite Nicole Kidman movies and performances! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, 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, Shadan is joined by Adriano Caporusso to discuss their Oscar predictions and how the awards race is shaping up! *These predictions are as of November 21, 2024 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 Adam Elliot's latest animated feature in MEMOIR OF A SNAIL! 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 Jesse Eisenberg's new film A REAL PAIN, starring Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin! 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 Jacques Audiard's new film on Netflix in EMILIA PÉREZ! 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 WICKED & EMILIA PÉREZ hitting theaters, we discuss our favorite musicals of the 21st century so far! We also talk a little box office, Cooper Hoffman breaking our hearts and Conan hosting next year's Oscars. - Box Office (2:28) - Quick Star Wars Note (9:49) - Cooper Hoffman Discourse (13:28) - Conan Hosting Oscars (22:04) - How to Train Your Dragon (33:23) - Musicals of 21st Century (47:29) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF24 Support us on Patreon: https://www.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 110 of Women InSession, Megan Kearns joins us once again as we talk about our favorite Demi Moore movies and performances! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Jaylan Salah 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, we discuss Steve McQueen's latest film in BLITZ, starring the great Saoirse Ronan! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Become an InSession Film VIP to get access to our Bonus Content! 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 Sean Baker's Palme d'Or winning film ANORA! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Become an InSession Film VIP to get access to our Bonus Content! 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 great Clint Eastwood and come to a consensus ranking of his Top 10 best films (as a director)! We also talk STAR WARS episodes 10-12 and the new trailer for MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING. - Box Office (7:23) - Star Wars News (21:45) - Mission: Impossible Trailer (53:56) - RIP Tony Todd (1:06:04) - Clint Eastwood Ranking (1:18:42) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Visit this episode's sponsor: https://koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the code: ISF24 Support us on Patreon: https://www.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 109 of Women InSession, Amy wanted to give her passionate thoughts on David Fincher after missing last week, so we dive further into Fincher and his incredible filmography. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, Amy Thomassan 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