{"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":"The Oscar-Nominated, BAFTA-Winning Documentary Exposing Putin’s Russia: MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN","slug":"the-oscar-nominated-bafta-winning-documentary-exposing-putin-s-russia-mr-nobody-against-putin","published_at":"2026-02-27T17:12:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-arthouse-oscar-inside-indie-cinema-discussions-7398961/the-oscar-nominated-bafta-winning-documentary-exposing-putin-s-russia-mr-nobody-against-putin","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/GLSS7226123929.mp3?updated=1772213059","audio_url":"https://tracking.swap.fm/track/6bpBPtHL977KJxLX2zPs/traffic.megaphone.fm/GLSS7226123929.mp3?updated=1772213059","summary":"MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN BAFTA Winner for Best Documentary and Academy Award® Nominee for Best Documentary Feature What do you do when your government goes to war — and you believe it’s wrong? In this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we explore the extraordinary story behind MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN, the BAFTA-winning and Oscar-nominated documentary that offers a rare inside look at life in Putin’s Russia during the invasion of Ukraine. At the center of the film is Pavel “Pasha” Talankin, a school videographer in a small Russian town who quietly opposes the war. When he is required to film classroom lessons promoting state propaganda, he faces an impossible moral choice. Instead of walking away, Pasha secretly collaborates with director David Borenstein, transforming state-mandated footage into a powerful act of cinematic resistance. Part political thriller, part dark satire, and part whistleblower story, the film captures the tension, absurdity, and real danger of dissent under authoritarian rule. We’re joined by co-directors David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, along with Executive Producer Robin Hessman, for a candid conversation about filmmaking under surveillance, the ethics of resistance, and the risks of telling the truth. This episode is part of our Oscar Spotlight Series, featuring in-depth conversations with this year’s Academy Award–nominated Documentary Feature filmmakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices","meta_description":"MR. 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