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Welcome to Intermission, a weekly series of conversations with filmmakers, artists, musicians, and creators of all kind that celebrates our love for movies. Hosted by Megan Braun.

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Episode 135

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is out in theaters on November 20th

Official Trailer:www.youtube.com/watch?v=fS35YSjopjE

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Episode 134

NEON will release FJORD in theaters October 9.Written and Directed by Cristian MungiuProduced by Cristian Mungiu, Pascal Caucheteux, Vincent Maraval, Dyveke Bjørkly Graver, Andrea Berentsen Ottmar, Grégoire Sorlat, Sean Wheelan, Kristina... more

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Episode 133

Watch Carrie on Prime October 7th

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Recent Guests

Nina Jacobson
Producer of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping and the film series.
Episode: Returning to Panem in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping with Francis Lawrence & Nina Jacobson
Francis Lawrence
Director of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
Episode: Returning to Panem in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping with Francis Lawrence & Nina Jacobson
Sebastian Stan
Actor born in Romania, starring in FJORD.
Episode: Sebastian Stan Explores the Complexities of Family & Judgement in FJORD, by Cristian Mungiu
Mike Flanagan
Filmmaker and horror director
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Episode: Horror Director Mike Flanagan on Remaking CARRIE & Working with Stephen King
Janus Metz
Director of Unabomber
Director, Unabomber (Netflix)
Episode: Janus Metz Pedersen on Filmmaking, Isolation, & the Making of UNABOMBER
Greg Vrotsos
Filmmaker, actor, writer and director of Situations
Episode: Greg Vrotsos Explores Relationships, Reinvention, & L.A. in his latest film, SITUATIONS
Rustin Thompson
Filmmaker and writer, director of The Last Picture Shows
Self / The Last Picture Shows
Episode: Are Movies Dead? Rustin Thompson Explores Lost Cinemas & their Future in THE LAST PICTURE SHOWS
Macon Blair
Director/Writer/Actor known for Idiots
Idiots (film)
Episode: Macon Blair on the Making of IDIOTS, Starring Dave Franco & O'Shea Jackson Jr.
Matt Johnson
Director of Tony (A24)
Director of Tony
Episode: Dominic Sessa Stars as a young Anthony Bourdain in A24's latest film, TONY, directed by Matt Johnson

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Megan Braun
Host of Intermission

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • 👏👏👏

    Intermission is my favorite way to hear about film these days. It has none of the fetid, sinking, and ironic pretension of (some) letterboxd commentary and all of the deep, heartfelt love of film and human connection you’d get from a good conversation with friends. I look forward to a variety of guests and perspectives every week and of course the most pleasant voice in podcasting (seriously). I always leave with something new to think about and I never feel excluded for my tastes. Round of appl... more

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    5
    Skyler J.
    United States6 months ago
  • Top Tier Podcast

    I originally heard about the podcast from The Cinegogue Instagram page and decided to check it out. I have been catching up on all of their content since and have fallen in love with the show and Megan as a host. She has amazing film recommendations and I just love her takes as a whole. I highly recommend this show to all film lovers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Its_Katiee
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Cinema Podcast

    I love this podcast. Meg and her guests have such a deep love for cinema. Their recommendations are alway top notch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChillOutDude45
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun listening experience

    I like to put this on in the background while I draw or do my homework. I always end up with a grin on my face and this giddy feeling I can’t shake off. Good stuff X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Will Dmith
    United States3 years ago
  • Films & movies

    A podcast that can talk about both! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madame van Ox
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are consistently highlighted as insightful and approachable.
The format is accessible and engaging, avoiding pretentious criticism.
Listeners praise for thoughtful, human-centered conversations about film and craft.
The host's warmth and breadth of film knowledge comes through in every episode.

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Returning to Panem in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping with Francis Lawrence & Nina Jacobson
Q: What made you find this Joseph Seda for your young Haymitch? What about him was special?
Lawrence says the role required emotional range, youthful optimism, mischief, and the ability to grow into the more familiar cynical Haymitch. Joseph Zada stood out for combining those qualities and carrying the film's central role.
Returning to Panem in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping with Francis Lawrence & Nina Jacobson
Q: When you're adapting a world that's already been visualized in previous films, how much freedom do you feel like you have to interpret?
Francis Lawrence says there is substantial freedom in the visual design, while the team works closely with Suzanne Collins on adapting the story. The film's place between earlier installments lets the filmmakers revisit Panem's look and create a fresh aesthetic.
Sebastian Stan Explores the Complexities of Family & Judgement in FJORD, by Cristian Mungiu
Q: Did Cristian give you any insight into the character Mihai that was beyond what's in the script?
Stan says the film drew on researched cases of immigrant families in Norway. He and Renate Reinsve worked with Mungiu to build their characters' histories and visited Pentecostal churches to understand the family's belief system.
Sebastian Stan Explores the Complexities of Family & Judgement in FJORD, by Cristian Mungiu
Q: Can you tell the listeners a little bit about the film?
Stan describes an immigrant family whose children are taken into care after bruises prompt allegations of abuse. The film follows the family's effort to get them back and asks whether the accusations are justified or shaped by other forces.
Horror Director Mike Flanagan on Remaking CARRIE & Working with Stephen King
Q: How did you approach casting Carrie, and what stood out in the final choice?
He describes a rigorous process of evaluating many actresses and selecting Summer H. Howell for her authentic earnestness and curiosity, which captured the soul of Carrie without echoing past interpretations.

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What is Intermission about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview series that centers on filmmakers, artists, and creators across cinema, music, and related arts. Episodes typically feature in-depth conversations about directing choices, producing indie projects, casting decisions, and the evolving landscape of film distribution, often with practical anecdotes from on-location shoots, festival circuits, and collaboration with peers. Listeners are likely fans of art-house and independent cinema who appreciate personal origin stories, creative process, and nuanced discussions about theme, form, and audience reception. The show's standout charm lies in its intimate, filmmaker-focused format and its willingness to explore both technical craft and philosophical questions about art and mo... more

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2. Francis Lawrence
3. Sebastian Stan
4. Mike Flanagan
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7. Rustin Thompson
8. Macon Blair

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