{"podcast":{"title":"INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE: Oscar Inside & Indie Cinema Discussions","slug":"inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961","podcast_index_feed_id":7398961,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/insidethearthouse","website_url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/insidethearthouse","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/81b17cae-56a4-11f0-9408-0368db4217a7/image/2765a8883d09dec2132899ad487afc4f.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"GREG LAEMMLE and RAPHAEL SBARGE","episode_count":108,"summary":"INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE: Oscar Inside & Indie Cinema Discussions Discover the world of independent and arthouse cinema with INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE — the premier video podcast for indie film lovers, Oscar watchers, and arthouse movie enthusiasts. Join Laemmle Theatres' Greg Laemmle and acclaimed actor/director Raphael Sbarge for in-depth discussions on new indie releases, Oscar contenders, beloved classic films, and exclusive filmmaker interviews. Each week, we go behind the scenes with the directors, writers, producers, and distributors shaping independent cinema today. Whether you're passionate about arthouse films, following awards season, or exploring repertory and classic cinema, INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE is your go-to source for thoughtful film analysis, industry insights, and a community that loves movies as much as you do. What You'll Find Every Episode: New indie and arthouse film releases Oscar season coverage and awards discussion Classic film highlights and repertory cinema Exclusive filmmaker and industry expert interviews Behind-the-scenes stories from independent cinema Film analysis, reviews, and distribution insights Subscribe now and join a growing community of arthouse movie…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-30T06:19:01.618675+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961"},"episode":{"title":"Becoming Putin | Director Olivier Assayas on The Wizard of the Kremlin","slug":"becoming-putin-director-olivier-assayas-on-the-wizard-of-the-kremlin","published_at":"2026-05-06T20:14:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961/becoming-putin-director-olivier-assayas-on-the-wizard-of-the-kremlin","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961","url":"https://tracking.swap.fm/track/6bpBPtHL977KJxLX2zPs/traffic.megaphone.fm/GLSS4685944110.mp3?updated=1778099460","audio_url":"https://tracking.swap.fm/track/6bpBPtHL977KJxLX2zPs/traffic.megaphone.fm/GLSS4685944110.mp3?updated=1778099460","summary":"What does it take to build power—and the people who wield it? In this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, filmmaker Olivier Assayas (Personal Shopper, Carlos) joins hosts Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge to discuss his latest film, The Wizard of the Kremlin — starring Paul Dano and Jude Law as Vladimir Putin. We explore: – Political power and influence on screen – Storytelling and the shaping of public perception – The craft behind building complex, real-world characters – Why films about power resonate so deeply right now For cinephiles and filmmakers, this is a deep dive into how cinema reflects — and shapes — the world around us. Featuring: Olivier Assayas, Director Film: The Wizard of the Kremlin INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE is a digital series and podcast featuring in-depth conversations with filmmakers across independent and arthouse cinema. Hosted by Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge in partnership with Laemmle Theatres, the series explores film distribution, the creative process, and the evolving landscape of cinema. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices","meta_description":"What does it take to build power—and the people who wield it? In this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, filmmaker Olivier Assayas (Personal Shopper, Carlos)…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2661,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961/episodes/becoming-putin-director-olivier-assayas-on-the-wizard-of-the-kremlin/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961/becoming-putin-director-olivier-assayas-on-the-wizard-of-the-kremlin.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}