The Cinema Sessions with Keith and Seamus

The Cinema Sessions with Keith and Seamus Film critiques, hot takes & hidden gems—served with wit & wisdom from Dublin. New episodes weekly.
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11/06/2026

Did you know many Sopranos actors got their big screen start as cops in Cop Land? Keith is here to give you a list, but it's just the tip of the iceberg. Frank Vincent and Robert Patrick are just a couple of them. It's amazing how casting choices can echo across projects, with David Chase seemingly pulling inspiration from the film's ensemble. Which Sopranos actor was your favourite in Cop Land?

10/06/2026

James Bond Should Stay James Bond... Right?

In this clip from The Cinema Sessions, Keith explains why he believes James Bond should remain a white British male character.

Drawing comparisons to other iconic characters like Shaft, the discussion explores whether long-established characters should evolve with the times or remain faithful to their original identity. Agree or disagree, it's a conversation that always sparks debate.

#007

10/06/2026

Today marks 59 years since the passing of Spencer Tracy, one of the greatest actors in cinema history. From Judgment at Nuremberg to Inherit the Wind and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Tracy's naturalistic performances helped shape modern screen acting. Today, we remember a true Hollywood legend whose influence is still felt across cinema. 🎬⭐

10/06/2026

Ray Liotta delivers one of the most fascinating performances of his career in Cop Land. Keith compares him to Henry Hill if he never got caught, while Seamus breaks down why Liotta's character should be completely irredeemable on paper. Somehow, through a manic, coked-up, unhinged performance, Liotta makes us believe there's still a decent man buried underneath it all.
It's a masterclass in how an actor can completely transform the audience's perception of a character.
Have you seen Cop Land, and where does this performance rank among Ray Liotta's best?

09/06/2026

The Funniest Visual Gag in Top Secret? 🚂😂

One of the greatest sight gags in comedy history happens in Top Secret! when it looks like a train is moving off from the platform... only for the camera to pull back and reveal it's actually the station platform moving instead!

In this clip from The Cinema Sessions with Keith and Seamus, we discuss the genius of Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker's visual comedy, why this gag still works decades later, and how Top Secret! remains one of the most underrated spoof comedies ever made.
Have you ever fallen for this joke on first viewing?

09/06/2026

In this clip from The Cinema Sessions, Keith makes the case that Sylvester Stallone delivers one of the most nuanced and underrated performances of his career in Cop Land.

Far removed from the action heroes that made him famous, Stallone gives a restrained, vulnerable, and deeply human performance as Sheriff Freddy Heflin. We discuss how his subtle acting choices, physical transformation, and emotional depth helped elevate Cop Land into something far more than a typical crime drama.

Do you think this is Stallone's best performance?

🎬 Full episode available now on YouTube and Spotify.

This week's episode Is on Cop Land, Dropping on YT and Spotify at 6AM tomorrow!
08/06/2026

This week's episode Is on Cop Land, Dropping on YT and Spotify at 6AM tomorrow!

08/06/2026

In this clip from our Red State episode, Keith and Seamus discuss the film's shocking ending, those eerie trumpet blasts, and why we were convinced the Rapture was actually happening! Kevin Smith's controversial horror-thriller leaves audiences guessing right until the final moments, and we're breaking down exactly what worked, what didn't, and why the ending still sparks debate years later.
Did you think the trumpets meant the end of the world?
🎙️ Full episode available now on YouTube and Spotify. 📱

07/06/2026

Seamus doesn't think Con Air is an action film 😂 How would you define it?

06/06/2026

The choice of hair and accent for Cameron Poe in Con Air is perfect. Nicolas Cage delivers us peak Cageyness

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