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Ryan McQuade

Ryan McQuade is a film-obsessed writer located in San Antonio, Texas. Raised on musicals, westerns, and James Bond, his taste in cinema is extremely versatile. He’s extremely fond of independent releases and director’s passion projects. Engrossed with all things Oscars, he hosts the Chasing the Gold podcast at InSessionFilm.com. When he’s not watching movies, he’s rooting on all his favorite sports teams, including his beloved Texas Longhorns. You can follow him on Twitter at @ryanmcquade77.
Michael B. Jordan stars in WITHOUT REMORSE Photo: Nadja Klier © 2020 Paramount Pictures ‘Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse’ review: Michael B. Jordan is a highlight in a battlefield of well-trodden territory

‘Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse’ review: Michael B. Jordan is a highlight in a battlefield of well-trodden territory

Ryan McQuade April 28, 2021
There is just something about Tom Clancy novels and their adaptations that never seem to fully work in the modern era of cinema. In the... Read More
the-father-hopkins Oscars FYC: The case for Anthony Hopkins (‘The Father’) in Best Actor

Oscars FYC: The case for Anthony Hopkins (‘The Father’) in Best Actor

Ryan McQuade April 15, 2021
It’s hard to describe the feeling of seeing an all-time performance. One doesn’t seek it out, but rather, it finds them. It can be in... Read More
210211-The-Drovers-Wife SXSW Review: Despite a thrilling performance from Leah Purcell, ‘The Drover’s Wife’ never reaches its full potential

SXSW Review: Despite a thrilling performance from Leah Purcell, ‘The Drover’s Wife’ never reaches its full potential

Ryan McQuade March 19, 2021
When we are little, we are told stories that mold our inspirations as human beings. Some tales are wrapped within decades of different versions and... Read More
our father SXSW Review: ‘Our Father’ is an unfocused story of sisterhood and unwanted family

SXSW Review: ‘Our Father’ is an unfocused story of sisterhood and unwanted family

Ryan McQuade March 17, 2021
There is nothing more precious than the bond one can have with their family. Sure we can connect with friends or strangers on a day-to-day... Read More
Islands_Joshua-calls-for-help-H-2021-1614973111-928x523 SXSW Review: Martin Edralin’s ‘Islands’ is an ode to those who live a tranquil life

SXSW Review: Martin Edralin’s ‘Islands’ is an ode to those who live a tranquil life

Ryan McQuade March 17, 2021
Over the last year, we’ve lived in isolation due to a once in a lifetime virus. Many people had to learn how to adapt to... Read More
SYT-Film-Still-01-scaled SXSW Review: Mari Walker’s ‘See You Then’ is a truthful, intimate discussion on broken relationships

SXSW Review: Mari Walker’s ‘See You Then’ is a truthful, intimate discussion on broken relationships

Ryan McQuade March 16, 2021
In our current climate, honesty seems to be lost in the average conversation. Today’s human beings feel as if they bring up any subject, eggshells... Read More
TSN-3 Retrospective: “I Have No Intentions of Being Friends with You”- A Look Back at ‘The Social Network’

Retrospective: “I Have No Intentions of Being Friends with You”- A Look Back at ‘The Social Network’

Ryan McQuade October 1, 2020
“I started Facebook, I run it, and I’m responsible for what happens here.” This statement was spoken by Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg in 2018 in... Read More
moonlight-david-bornfriend The Top Ten Best Picture Oscar winners of the 21st Century

The Top Ten Best Picture Oscar winners of the 21st Century

Ryan McQuade August 20, 2020
As we enter the fall, the dawn of a new Oscar season is upon us. As the first year of a new decade, it will... Read More
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