Insession Film Podcast

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