Chasing the Gold: New Oscar Rules

On this episode, we discuss the great Dutch filmmaker Halina Reijn and her recent rise as a visionary filmmaker in the laste few years! In particular, we discuss her 2022 horror-comedy BODIES BODIES BODIES. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Megan Kearns, Julia Sirmons Visit insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, the great Ryan McQuade joins us to discuss the 2025 awards season! We talk about the Golden Globes nominations, the acting categories and what to expect from Best Casting. We also lament the annual, and always ironic, discourse around film awards. - Opening Banter (0:30) - Awards Discourse (4:33) - 2025 Awards Update (38:08) - Best Actress (1:02:31) - Best Actor (1:22:16) - Best Casting (1:33:06) 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! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Kelly Reichardt's new film THE MASTERMIND, starring an incredible Josh O'Connor! 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, JD and Brendan are joined by Isaiah Washington to discuss Noah Baumbach's new film JAY KELLY!   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, Shadan and Erica discuss this year's Golden Globes nominations! There were some big surprises, a few snubs and much to talk about with how it impacts awards season.   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 | @ShadanLarki | @eRockReviews

On this episode, we lament the state of the industry and the lack of opportunities women directors have had comparatively to their male couterparts. While it has gotten better in recent years, the gap hasn't closed as much as you might think. Panel: Kristin Battestella, Megan Kearns, Jaylan Salah, Zita Short Visit insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to get exclusive bonus content!

On this episode, Shadan is joined by Amanda Spears to discuss their nominations predictions for this year's Golden Globes!   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 | @ShadanLarki | @eRockReviews

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, inspired by the new film JAY KELLY, we talk about the great George Clooney and draft our favorite movies that he was in over the years! Plus, another Stingray update and we discuss ZOOTOPIA 2's box office success.   - Opening Banter (0:30) - Funny Sports Story (10:19) - JD/Stingray Update (19:37) - Zootopia 2 Box Office (38:01) - George Clooney Draft (1:01:59)   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Episode's sponsor: REGRETTING YOU - Follow us on social media for your chance to win a FREE digital code!   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, JD and Brendan discuss Rian Johnson's latest murder-mystery film WAKE UP DEAD MAN!   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 Clint Bentley's new film TRAIN DREAMS, starring a never-better Joel Edgerton!   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