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Checkout Cinema

Amelia Winburne, Janine Winfree

Booking Overview

A co-hosted film discussion show centered on close readings of films, with occasional outside contributors who bring a personal connection or distinctive perspective on a selected title rather than a consistent roster of industry interviewees. Agencies could credibly pitch accessible film critics, scholars, filmmakers, or highly knowledgeable enthusiasts with an engaging relationship to a specific movie; booking difficulty is very low because major public prominence is not required.

Metrics

Episodes: 27

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 133 followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

janine.winfree@gmail.com

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Host

Amelia Winburne - Co-host of Checkout Cinema, discussing films and their cultural, thematic, and artistic dimensions.

Janine Winfree - Co-host of Checkout Cinema, participating in film analysis and conversations about classic and contemporary cinema.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

very_low
Typical Credentials:  
A strong personal connection to a selected film, informed film knowledge, or a distinctive perspective relevant to the discussion; established public prominence is not required.
Required Achievements:  

Recent Guest Discussions

Darrell Winfree - Femininity, Girlhood, And The Themes Of The Virgin Suicides.

Recent Topics

Film, Film Criticism, Classic Film, Independent Film, Film Directors

Episodes

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Checkout Cinema 023: Taste the Locust (EXORCIST II, 1977)

October 14, 2026

Happy October! It's the season of scary movies and your favorite librarian podcasters are discussing EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC (1977), John Boorman's widely maligned sequel to William Friedkin's THE EXORCIST (1973). Amelia and Janine are reviewing this movie in preparation for Knoxville Horror Film Fest, where they will be showing the 2025 documentary BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL about the production of the film. Checkout Cinema will be at the festival and posting mini-reviews of the hellish horrors ...

Checkout Cinema 022: The Killer Has Arms (IN A LONELY PLACE, 1950)

September 09, 2026

Checkout Cinema listener Lydia recommended that Amelia and Janine discuss IN A LONELY PLACE (1950), a film noir starring the iconic Humphrey Bogart. Luckily, Amelia already had many opinions about this movie ready to go, and gave Janine a little bit of time to catch up by watching the film and sharing her thoughts on this week's episode. Nicholas Ray's 1950 film noir IN A LONELY PLACE stars Humphrey Bogart as Dixon Steele, a misogynistic screenwriter embittered by Hollywood. When he becomes a...

Checkout Cinema 021: Was That Good for You? (I WANT YOUR SEX, 2026)

August 27, 2026

This week, Amelia and Janine discuss iconic filmmaker Gregg Araki's I WANT YOUR SEX (2026), an erotic thriller-comedy starring Cooper Hoffman and Olivia Wilde. While they unpack the story, the central question becomes clear: is this film a critique on generational differences relating to sex and sexuality, or is it a complicated character study? We'd love to know what you think!Thanks to Darrell for editing this episode. Support your local library!Clips:Gregg Araki Q&A with Cooper Hoffman...

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How do I get in touch with Checkout Cinema?

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What is the email for Checkout Cinema?

The publicly listed email for Checkout Cinema: janine.winfree@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Checkout Cinema have?

Podseeker estimates Checkout Cinema reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Checkout Cinema?

Checkout Cinema typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: A strong personal connection to a selected film, informed film knowledge, or a distinctive perspective relevant to the discussion; established public prominence is not required. Recent guests include Darrell Winfree.

How hard is it to get booked on Checkout Cinema?

Very low. It books a wide range of guests, so a guest with a relevant story and a clear idea has a strong chance.

What topics does Checkout Cinema cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Film Criticism, Classic Film, Independent Film, and Film Directors. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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