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Discover the World of Indie Film with INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE: The Video Podcast for Arthouse Movie Lovers. Join Laemmle Theatres' Greg Laemmle and actor/director Raphael Sbarge for insightful discussions on new releases, beloved classic films, and exclusive interviews with the filmmakers and industry experts shaping independent cinema. Get your weekly dose of behind-the-scenes stories, thoughtful fil... more

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Recent Guests

Mstyslav Chernov
Oscar-winning director known for his documentaries on the Ukraine conflict
Filmmaker
Episode: Why Ukraine Still Matters: Oscar Winner Mstyslav Chernov on Ukraine’s Battle for Freedom Discussion
Embeth Davidtz
Filmmaker and actress known for directing and starring in Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight.
Episode: How Embeth Davidtz Turned a Memoir into One of 2025's s Most Powerful Films
Zar Amir
Co-director and lead actress of Tatami, Best Actress Prize winner at Cannes for The Holy Spider
Episode: Women's Judo Thriller Inspired by True Athletes a Powerful Sports Drama: TATAMI with directors
Guy Nattiv
Co-director of Tatami, known for his works addressing social issues
Episode: Women's Judo Thriller Inspired by True Athletes a Powerful Sports Drama: TATAMI with directors
Kathleen Chalfant
Acclaimed actress known for her nuanced performances
Episode: Top Honors at The Venice Film Festival "Familiar Touch" Kathleen Chalfant & Director Sarah Friedland
Sarah Friedland
Writer and director of Familiar Touch, a film exploring themes of aging and caregiving
Episode: Top Honors at The Venice Film Festival "Familiar Touch" Kathleen Chalfant & Director Sarah Friedland
Roger Christensen
Long time movie theater employee and general manager of Sunset Five
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Episode: Inside the Iconic Sunset 5 Tales from 40 Years in Indie Cinema w/ Roger Christensen Arthouse History
Rachel Seed
Filmmaker exploring her mother's life and legacy through her film, Photographic Memory.
Episode: Her Mother Vanished When She Was a Toddler: "Photographic Memory" A Daughter's Journey of Discovery
Sheila Turner-Seed
Pioneering photojournalist whose life and work are central to Rachel Seed's documentary.
Episode: Her Mother Vanished When She Was a Toddler: "Photographic Memory" A Daughter's Journey of Discovery

Hosts

Greg Laemmle
Co-host known for his deep knowledge and passion for independent films, Greg brings insights from his experience in film distribution and cinema management.
Raphael Sbarge
Co-host and actor/director, known for his engaging conversational style and expertise in film storytelling and creative narrative.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great podcast, not great audio

    I am really happy to have discovered this podcast, and I really enjoyed hearing Rachel Seed talk about her film. The two hosts were very good, making the conversation engaging.

    That said, the audio mix was pretty bad. The first clip of the film was barely audible;the second was a bit better but not at the level of the conversation. Then at a certain point the conversation audio goes into sounding slightly reverby all the way to the end.

    I look forward to hearing more but please QC before rel... more

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How Embeth Davidtz Turned a Memoir into One of 2025's s Most Powerful Films
Q: How does it feel to tackle such deep themes in your film?
It's complicated and requires you to navigate a lot, especially with regard to relationships and political themes.
How Embeth Davidtz Turned a Memoir into One of 2025's s Most Powerful Films
Q: How hard was this to get off the ground?
It was incredibly challenging, needing to gather everything from the book and having issues finding a screenwriter.
Women's Judo Thriller Inspired by True Athletes a Powerful Sports Drama: TATAMI with directors
Q: How does the film resonate with audiences in different countries?
The film reflects universal themes of women's rights and individual autonomy, resonating with varying experiences across different cultures, including Italy.
Women's Judo Thriller Inspired by True Athletes a Powerful Sports Drama: TATAMI with directors
Q: What inspired the black and white aesthetic of the film?
It represents the oppressive environment for women in Iran, where they have limited freedom of expression and choices.
Women's Judo Thriller Inspired by True Athletes a Powerful Sports Drama: TATAMI with directors
Q: Was the film's visual style jointly arrived at?
Yes, we separated our responsibilities; Guy focused on technical aspects, while Zar concentrated on performances during shooting and later collaborated during editing.

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4. Guy Nattiv
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7. Roger Christensen
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