This week on the InSession Film Podcast, with SUPERMAN now in theaters kicking off the new era of the DCU, we thought it would be to do a consensus Top 10 ranking of franchise starter films! Plus, we have a fun conversation about how SUPERMAN sets the foundation for the success of James Gunn's DCU. - Opening Banter (0:32) - Superman vs Man of Steel…

This week on Women InSession, Julia Sirmons from 1999: The Podcast joins us as we discuss the great costume designer Sandy Powell and her incredible contemporary work in cinema! 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 …

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Gareth Edwards' latest film JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH! Plus, JD's son Sam comes back to give us his thoughts as well. - Sam's Review (0:30) - Main Review (24:30) 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 conte…

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discussed our top 5 movies of 2025 so far! It's been an up and down year so far, but there's no denying the greatness of the films at the top of our lists. - Opening Banter (0:30) - Discussing 2025 Film Broadly (2:01) - Top 5 Movies of 2025 (25:11) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episo…

This week on Women InSession, we discuss our favorite Victorian costume movies and why we're obsessed with the elegant costumes they depict! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Jaylan Salah, Megan Kearns Shop merch here: https://insessionfilm.com/store/ Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on your podcast app of choice! https://insessionfilm.com/s…

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Joseph Kosinski's new racing film F1: THE MOVIE! 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 Pixar's latest film ELIO! Plus, JD's son Sam comes back to give us his thoughts as well. - Sam's Review (5:54) - Main Review (13:57) 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…

On this episode, JD and Brendan are joined by Diego Crespo of The Waffle Press Podcast to discuss Danny Boyle's latest film 28 YEARS LATER! 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 |…

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss our Top 30 movies of the 21st century so far! We're a quarter of the way into the century and have seen thousands of movies over the last 25 years. These are the films that stand above the rest for us! - Opening Banter (0:30) - Criteria and Process of Making Our Lists (4:11) - Top 30 Movies of the…

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we combine our lists and come up with a consensus Top 10 Pixar movies! We also talk about Pixar's upcoming new film GATTO and dive into the implications of Tom Cruise winning an Honorary Oscar this year. - Opening Banter (0:42) - Pixar / Gatto (8:55) - Tom Cruise (25:48) - Ranking Pixar (41:59) Visit https:/…

This week on Women InSession, after discussing vampires and witches in recent weeks, we thought it would be fun to continue the trend by discussing our favorite werewolf movies! 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! http…

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Dean DeBlois' remake of his own film in the new live-action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON! We also bring back a very special guest, JD's son Sam, to get his thoughts on the film as well. Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP today to ge…

On this episode, Brendan is joined by Ryan McQuade of AwardsWatch to discuss Mike Flanagan's new film THE LIFE OF CHUCK! 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 are joined by Brandon Lewis of AwardsWatch to discuss Celine Song's new film MATERIALISTS! 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…

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we are joined by Adam Kempenaar from Filmspotting to discuss our Top 5 movies of the decade so far! - Opening Banter (0:37) - Brad Bird & Incredibles 3 News (4:34) - Top 5 Movies of the Decade (17:59) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: koffeekult.com - Get 15% OFF with the c…

On this episode, we discuss two adaptations of William Shakespeare's comedy in 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU vs THE TAMING OF THE SHREW (1967)! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Amy Thomasson, Jaylan Salah Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Blue…

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss Carson Lund's simple, but beautiful sports film EEPHUS! 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 the latest from the great Wes Anderson in THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME! 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, guest hosts Megan Kearns and Max Vincent discuss the new action film FROM THE WORLD OF JOHN WICK: BALLERINA! 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 | @BrendanJCass…

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss the best film scores of the decade so far! We also talk about the great Michael Fassbender coming off the heels of the latest Women InSession podcast as we had more to say (and defend) about his career. - Opening Banter (0:42) - Michael Fassbender (16:52) - Film Scores of the Decade (46:02) Visit …

On this episode, we discuss the compelling career of Michael Fassbender to this point, which includes some all-time performances of his era and some wondrous headscratchers as well! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Jaylan Salah, Zach Youngs Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonu…

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the debut film from Andrew DeYoung in FRIENDSHIP, starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd! 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 | @BrendanJCas…

On this episode, JD and Brendan discuss the new film from the Philippou brothers in BRING HER BACK! 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…

This week on the InSession Film Podcast, we discuss the best performances of the decade so far! We also talk some box office and the trailers for FRANKENSTEIN, SUPERMAN and HAPPY GILMORE 2. - Box Office (4:24) - Trailer Talk (19:07) - Performances of the Decade (53:24) Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Episode Sponsor: Saily - Get…

On this episode, we discuss the legendary costume designer William Travilla and his iconic work with the great Marilyn Monroe! Panel: Kristin Battestella, Zita Short, Amy Thomasson, Jaylan Salah Shop merch here: insessionfilm.com/store Thanks for listening and become an ISF VIP for exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and BlueSk…