Sun Sessions: Recent Episodes
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The Sun Sessions is a regular podcast, recorded in the Sun Theatre’s cinema 9, with news and stories of Yarraville Village and what’s happening at the Sun. Community news and cinema happenings, events, highlights from Q and A’s and updates on new films. Meet the characters of the Inner West, from Traders, to local residents and even staff, a veritable myriad of interesting folks. But wait, there's more; from episode 2 we will find an excuse to giveaway some movie tickets... We look forward to sharing all of this and more with you through the wonders of recorded sound and the inter-web.
Michael and Krissa are joined in the studio by David Willing, director and co-writer of SURROGATE, an independent ghost horror currently screening at the Sun.
Michael and Krissa are joined by filmmaker Bert Murphy to talk about his documentary. They also chat all things Sun, Mighty Ducks and aviators.
Michael and Krissa chat all things Academy Award nominees 2022…..in depth, not, fun…maybe!
"Death By Stereo"... If you know this reference, then you'll know at least one of the films Michael and Krissa are chatting about in this episode.
Michael and Krissa get back to the studio to discuss all things Beatles, upcoming movies and Gregorian chants!
Michael and Krissa catch up on all the new films popping up at the Sun and Williamstown outdoor cinema this week.
Michael and Krissa give a wrap up of all of the upcoming films released this Christmas.
Michael and Krissa catch you up with all the news from the Sun in Yarraville this week.
FINALLY SOMEONE HAS TOLD THE STORY ABOUT FOOTASCRAY ICON FRANCO COZZO, AND WE HAVE HER HERE TO TELL HER STORY. This week We welcome Madeleine Martiniello into the studio to talk all things Cozzo
We geek out on all things Bond this week, with the much anticipated and long awaited release of NO TIME TO DIE. We are joined by Bond afficionado JAMES BOND DOWNUNDER for the chat!
Well you know what the new saying is "sixth time lucky"!
Welcome back with Michael, Krissa and Anne.
Do you want to hear all about the inner workings of FOODBANK VICTORIA? Then you’re in luck. This week we are joined by CEO Dave Macnamara for all things food and film.
This week Michael and Krissa are talking all things food. Chef Out West with Paul from the Maribyrnong City Council, Willy Wonka and the Cans Film Festival.
We are excited to launch our latest Sun newsreel with a chat with the star Paulie Stewart, of Painters and Dockers fame and with many connections to our beloved Timor Leste. You’ll have to listen to find out…
Michael and Krissa are happy to be back and chat about everything that’s going on at the Sun.
Lucky us got to chat with legendary brewer from Two Birds Brewing Jayne Lewis about all things Thelma and Louise, cool cars and beer!
Michael talks about making Lego, Mothers Day and making films about lockdown! Yep, its another Sun Sessions!
This week it’s Krissa and Amy 'with a mic’ and a Q and A with Eric Bana discussing all things THE DRY.
This week we chat with a real life comedian, Sweeney Preston, about how to become a comedian! And all other things about this week at the Sun!
Michael and Krissa chat all things that have been happening in the world of the Sun this week.
This week we are excited to be joined by Michaela Perske, the producer of the most excellent film GIRLS CAN’T SURF. We love this film and really enjoyed chatting all things badass women and surfing legends!
When you are named in a list of the world’s most beautiful cinemas, then it’s time to celebrate. This week Michael and Krissa chat all things beautiful cinemas and wonderful films.
Michael and Krissa chatting all things film. Williamstown outdoor update and other fun stuff.
High Ground is spectacular and confronting all at the same time, and this week we get to go behind the scenes of this beautiful Australian film with producer Maggie Miles when she joins us for the Sun Sessions.
This episode we go behind the scenes of the uplifting Australian film PENGUIN BLOOM when we chat with director Glendyn Ivin.
THE DRY is fast becoming one of Australia's very favourite films, and we are here for it. This episode we chat with our very favourite director Rob Connolly, and hot young stars Bebe Bettencourt, Sam Corlett and Joe Klocek.
We're back. After a long break Michael and Krissa are here to fill you in on whats happening at The Sun. This week we chat with Rams director Jeremy Sims and its star Michael Caton.
We can hear the hum of the projectors and people walking through our doors. The podcast will be back in full swing next week with interviews with the director and star of delightful new film RAMS, Jeremy Sims and Michael Caton.
What a blast to chat covid viewing and all things choc tops with Shane Jacobson and Jane Allsop!
It’s at times like these that we all need a friend… and Joan, who works here at the Sun is here to chat about what she has been up to during COVID.
As the Sun Theatre goes back into lockdown, Michael and Krissa chat about how they are feeling about it all.
In the lead up to the Sun Theatre reopening, Micheal and Krissa chat with Kitty Green, one of Australia’s most exciting filmmakers and director of THE ASSISTANT, which follows a day in the life of a junior assistant to a powerful entertainment mogul, a #metoo movie for our times.
Can you believe it’s been 10 years since ANIMAL KINGDOM was released? Krissa and Jane Allsop are delighted to be joined by Craig Cody himself, the extremely lovely and very fun Sullivan Stapleton for a fabulous chat about all things ANIMAL KINGDOM.
The Sun Sessions are delighted to be joined by National film reviewer Leigh Paatsch, chatting about film reviews (clearly!), cinemas coming out of COVID, Christopher Nolan and a whole host of other fascinating things! Joined by the always awesome Jane Allsop in conversation with Michael and Krissa.
Michael, Jane Allsop and Krissa are excited to announce the cinema’s reopening and all that it entails!
June 5 is thought to be Ferris Bueller's actual day off, so let's celebrate with a fantastic chat about this and many other fun things with our new bestie Jane Allsop, actor and filmmaker Damien Walshe Howling and of course Michael and Krissa.
What a delight to be joined on the Sun Sessions by much loved Australian acting legend Hugo Weaving and Director/writer Ben Lawrence talking about their new film HEARTS AND BONES.
Remember how you felt after you watched MIDNIGHT EXPRESS? Well imagine if that story was your story? In this episode we are joined by Billy Hayes, whose real life story is what the film is based on! Michael and Krissa are also joined by Matthew Hardy as we delve deep into Turkish prison, drug smuggling and escaping prison.
What a treat to be joined in Cinema 9 by Emmy nominated director Daina Reid (The Handmaid’s Tale) sharing her fascinating experiences with us. Also joining Michael and krissa is our new besty Jane Allsop.
LOOKING FOR ALIBRANDI turned 20 years old this week and we are here to celebrate. Michael and Krissa are joined by our mate Jane Allsop and the most delightful Pia Miranda, star of the film. We chat all things Alibrandi and sneak in a few questions about survivor.
Michael and Krissa are back in Cinema 9 and joined by one of our favourite people Jane Allsop (Blue Heelers, Rake). We all watched CONTAGION and chat about our thoughts as well as what we have been up to in isolation.
Joining us in cinema 9 this week is the coolest community choir going around, Pitchface. Celebrating all things double denim, red lipstick and girl power.
Amy and Krissa are left to their own devices this week to discuss the Sun Theatre's new films.
We are very excited to introduce Anthony J Sharpe to Studio 9 this week. Anthony plays Cec in the Miss Fisher Murder Mysteries and is here to tell us all the behind the scenes secrets!
Michael and Krissa are back in the studio chatting about new films, new cinemas and all things Sun Theatre!
Michael and Krissa are joined in the studio by the CEO of Foodbank, Dave McNamara to talk all things food relief and getting cosy with Lizzo!
Michael and Krissa give you a brief wrap up of what films are coming for Boxing Day and New Year.
Michael is back in the studio and we get to ask him all about his big adventure. Oh and there is also a new film called STAR WARS to discuss.
Amy and Krissa are joined by the very awesome and most inspiring Filmmaker Genevieve Bailey to talk about her latest film HAPPY SAD MAN.
Krissa and Amy are joined by the producer of the new music documentary SUZI Q, Tait Brady, for a chat about all things rock chick!
Krissa and #micforamy check in with Michael to see where he is in the world. We also chat new movies including Ford vs Ferrari and Charlie’s Angels.
Left to their own devices, Amy and Krissa play George Michael music and share the fantastic Q and A with Jillian Bell (22 Jump St, Workaholics) and Paul Downs Collaizzo (director) we did last week to celebrate the release of BRITTANY RUNS A MARATHON.
The lads from San Dimas School of Film join us for a good old chat about new films this week including Blinded by the Light, After the Wedding and Pavarotti and we get the lowdown on Halloween.
Special guest Michael returns to Cinema 9 to discuss all of the important weekly film news including Judy, Zombieland: Double Tap, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil and Billy Connolly.
Krissa and #micforAmy discuss the new film JOKER and all things happening at the Sun Theatre this week
Michael calls Krissa and #micsforAmy from Russia to chat about his latest adventure and some new film releases.
Krissa and Amy are joined by Elly, who has recently completed working on a live action film. She tells us all about it and we discuss this week’s new releases.
Michael and Krissa chatting all things new films this week at the Sun including Downton Abbey, Animals and Angry Birds 2 and the big question of the week "are there any comedy film sequels funnier than the original?"
Michael and Krissa chat about this week’s films and as always get ridiculously side tracked on numerous other fun things!
Moira stands in for Krissa, finally Michael remembers to come to the studio, tales from Timor, and even some films.
This weeks mission, which Krissa chose to accept, was to join Michael and Bert on a short film production adventure in Timor, with our thoughts still looking to the Sun back in Yarraville. Enjoy. We are!
Michael and Krissa chat all things Tarantino and in particular his new film ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD. They also talk about their highlights from this year’s Melbourne international Film Festival.
That time when Bryan Brown, Sam Neill and Rachel Ward visited the Sun Theatre. What a delight to have Australian acting royalty come and tell us about their new film PALM BEACH.
The Sun sessions is invaded by our good friends from the San Dimas School of Film Podcast, Al and Tim. We dissect all things Moon Film Festival and upcoming films at the Sun.
Michael and Krissa chat all things Moon Film Festival, The Lion King and our upcoming QUOUNTDOWN!
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of man walking on the moon, the Sun theatre have curated a moon film festival to delight everyone. Michael and Krissa discuss the program including new documentaries, classics, 70mm and inspiring films that all have something to do with the moon.
This week Michael chats to us from Manus Island and tells us all about what he has been doing up there.
Special guest co host Trevor and Krissa discuss upcoming films including Danny Boyle’s ‘Yesterday'
It’s all things Michael Hutchence this week, as we are thrilled to be joined by filmmaker and friend of Michael Hutchence to discuss his brilliant new documentary MYSTIFY.
Michael and Krissa chat all things movies happening this week at the Sun including Men in Black, Tolkien and Wild Rose.
Krissa and Michael chat all thing upcoming films including Red Joan, Tolkien and X MEN.
Michael calls in from Timor to chat with special guest Siobhan to give us all a ‘Taste of Timor’. They also talk about upcoming films including ROCKETMAN.
Michael and Krissa are excited to be joined in the studio by Damon Gameau, writer and director of the fantastic new documentary 2040.
Mike ‘flies‘ in for a chat, whilst Krissa and Amy are enthralled by their fascinating conversation with the filmmakers behind Australian film ACUTE MISFORTUNE, Thomas M Wright (director) and Erik Jensen (author and editor in chief The Saturday Paper).
Michael and Krissa discuss upcoming movies at the Sun Theatre, Mother’s Day and all things Yarraville and beyond!
Michael and Krissa are joined in the studio by Sydney film gurus Nick and Dom to discuss upcoming films, the industry, and life!
This week Mike's in town, Krissa's in Byron, and Anna is in the house with filmmakers Harley and Evan .
Michael and Krissa make a call to East Timor, chat about prequels and sequels and discuss upcoming films for the week.
Michael and Krissa delve into their movie watching history to chat about their most loved and listened to movie soundtracks. They also discuss new films including SHAZAM, WONDER PARK, MISSING LINK and WOMAN AT WAR.
Michael and Krissa chat with the Screens without Borders team who have just crossed the Simpson Desert. They also discuss this week’s upcoming films including US, DUMBO, and FIVE FEET APART.
This week Michael calls in from Uluru to chat about his travels through Central Australia with our pop out cinema truck and the Screens Without Borders journey. Michael and Krissa also chat about upcoming films including THE LEGO MOVIE: THE SECOND PART, SWIMMING WITH MEN and FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY.
This week Michael and Krissa are chatting about upcoming films including Hotel Mumbai, Sometimes, Always, Never and Older than Ireland. Michael teaches us all how to wear a jacket and, we get to eat slice!
Michael and Krissa are back in the studio chatting about upcoming films including CAPTAIN MARVEL, EVERYBODY KNOWS, OLDER THAN IRELAND. And all of the usual banter that makes up the Sun Sessions.
Michael and Krissa are joined this week by the Mayor of Maribyrnong and the Director of the Yarraville Festival. They chat all things Yarraville, festival, capes and of course upcoming films.
Michael has returned from his travels in Timor and discusses what he’s been up to followed by chatting about upcoming films, Valentine’s Day, a wedding proposal and a ghost story!
Krissa co-hosts the Sun Sessions this week with film writer Leigh Paatsch. They talk about how to become a film critic, the Academy Awards and all things film!
Michael chats with Rob Murphy who is busy making the documentary, Splice Here: A Projected Odyssey which is a love letter to film. They also discuss this week's new films.
To celebrate the release of STORM BOY, Michael and Krissa interview the stars of the film, Jai Courtney and Finn Little. They discuss the latest retelling of Colin Thiele’s beautiful story and reminisce about the 1976 version they watched as children.
Michael and Krissa are joined in the studio by an aspiring student who is trying to make it in the film industry! We chat all the things East Timor and do a wrap of the this year in film!
Michael and Krissa catch up on the week's news around Yarraville, the Sun Theatre and the world of film.
This week Michael and Krissa cover many topics including the Rocky Balboa, fitness, upcoming films and polyamory!
In this weeks episode, Michael and Krissa are distracted by mannequins, men in tights and more Queen songs. They also chat about upcoming films WIDOWS, THE CHILDREN ACT, ROBIN HOOD and more.
Michael and Krissa chat all things Fantastic Beasts, the amazing Robert Redford and everything else you didn't realise you needed to know from the magical world of the Sun Theatre!
Michael and Krissa chat about new films BOY ERASED and THEY SHALL NOT GROW OLD, and check out what else is happening at the Sun and surrounds!
Michael and Krissa dissect the ALL ABOUT JILL retrospective showcasing the amazing talents and films of Australian film editor Jill Bilcock. They also discuss this week’s new films including BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY
This week Michael and Krissa chat all things spooky……Scary films, Halloween and this week’s new films.
Michael is back in the studio with Krissa to discuss all things A STAR IS BORN, 70mm, upcoming films and of course the Russian Space program!
This week, in cinema 9, we are joined by local comedian and lover of all things Wonka, Matthew Hardy, as we discuss the gloriousness of 70mm films, Papua New Guinea, we compare Willy Wonka suits and talk about the moon at every possible chance we can!
The Sun Sessions introduces a real life Scotsman into the studio to discuss all things film distribution. We also discuss this week’s upcoming films and what’s happening for the school holidays.
This week, Michael checks in from East Timor, and we invite Jessie Deane, textile artist extraordinaire, into the studio to chat about her new exhibition and being the star of our brand new newsreel.