Insession Film Podcast

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

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

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