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Intermission

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Female Empowerment
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Obsession
Jordan Peele
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Kristen Stewart
Poor Things
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Addiction
Rose Glass
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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 96

John-Michael’s path to the director’s chair has a lot of interesting stops along the way. In a pre–Funny or Die era, he cut his teeth editing comedy shorts for Jerry Zucker’s National Banana before going on to shape indies like Women Is L... more

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Episode 95

Micheline Pitt is a multi-disciplinary artist renowned for her work as a fashion designer, artist, animator, and advocate for sexual assault survivors as a member of RAINN National Leadership Council. Pitt was recognized as an LA Weekly P... more

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Recent Guests

Abel Ferrara
Acclaimed filmmaker known for his cult classic films.
Episode: Abel Ferrara on his Cult Classic Filmography & Memoir, SCENE
Mercedes Bryce Morgan
Director of Bone Lake
Episode: Erotic Thriller BONE LAKE with Director Mercedes Bryce Morgan & Movies That Shaped Us
Willem Dafoe
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Corey Hawkins
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Jonathan Ajayi
Episode: The Man In My Basement Starring Willem Defoe with Director Nadia Latif, & Other Films of Power
Anna Diop
Episode: The Man In My Basement Starring Willem Defoe with Director Nadia Latif, & Other Films of Power
Billie JD Porter
Journalist and Documentarian
Episode: Journalist and Documentarian Billie JD Porter on It's Different for Girls & Underrated Films
James DeMonaco
Filmmaker, writer, and director known for The Purge movies and new psychological horror film The Home
Episode: THE HOME Starring Pete Davidson with THE PURGE Director James DeMonaco
Annapurna Sriram
Writer, director, and actor, making her debut film, 'Fucktoys.'
Episode: Writer, Director, & Actor Annapurna Sriram Performs Movie Tarot for Her Debut Film FUCKTOYS

Host

Megan Braun
Host of a series centered around conversations with filmmakers and other creatives about their relationship to film and the arts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years ago
  • Films & movies

    A podcast that can talk about both! Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madame van Ox
    United States2 years ago
  • My new favorite film podcast!

    It’s fun and they have great conversations! It’s refreshing to have a casual film chat on a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matthew275
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many praise the podcast for its refreshing and accessible takes on both mainstream and indie films.
Reviewers often highlight the community feel, describing it as akin to conversing with friends about their favorite films.
Listeners appreciate the engaging nature of the film discussions and the personal insights shared by the host and guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Todd Field's TÁR & Movies That Have No Notes with Gabriel and Sena
Q: What film describes your life right now?
Gabriel chose The Brutalist as it represents building something beautiful amidst stress.
Coming of Age Movies with Director of Rhythm Is a Dancer, Lauren Caster
Q: What do you hope other viewers take away from your film?
Lauren hopes the film reflects the notion that life is about figuring things out and aims to connect with others feeling lonely.
Coming of Age Movies with Director of Rhythm Is a Dancer, Lauren Caster
Q: Can you tell me about the origin story of this film?
Lauren shares that the film is about 60-70% based on her life, dealing with complicated family dynamics, as she is donor-conceived and explores her journey of finding her biological father, which also catalyzed her filmmaking journey.
Coming of Age Movies with Director of Rhythm Is a Dancer, Lauren Caster
Q: If you had to pick a movie that describes your life right now and what's going on, what would come to mind?
Lauren references something really dark and depressing, mentioning films like "The Hours" and "Melancholia," highlighting the heavy feelings around the current world state, but also noting that life is still beautiful.
Erotic Thriller BONE LAKE with Director Mercedes Bryce Morgan & Movies That Shaped Us
Q: How do you think about subverting or leaning into those expectations with this film?
Mercedes discusses the intricacies of delivering satisfying plot twists, ensuring viewers are engaged while maintaining an element of surprise.

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This series features engaging conversations with a diverse array of guests including filmmakers, artists, musicians, and various creators, all revolving around a shared enthusiasm for movies. Each episode typically explores the artistic processes, inspirations, and challenges faced by its guests while providing insights into the world of cinema. Unique narrative tangents often capture personal experiences related to films and broader cultural discussions that resonate with audiences. It is likely to appeal to those who appreciate both mainstream and independent cinema, and value personal storytelling within the context of film creation.

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Intermission launched 2 years ago and published 98 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Abel Ferrara
2. Mercedes Bryce Morgan
3. Willem Dafoe
4. Corey Hawkins
5. Jonathan Ajayi
6. Anna Diop
7. Billie JD Porter
8. James DeMonaco

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