Movies aren't just something we watch—they're something we fall for. Dear Movies, I Love You is a podcast that treats cinema like that high school crush you never got over. Join hosts Millie De Chirico and Casey O'Brien as they embrace the joy of movie culture. They discuss the kind of history, nuance and criticism that serious film fans crave. Come for the fresh, unpretentious takes on your favorite blockbusters and stay for the art-house deep cuts that you maybe haven’t heard of (and cer ...
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Millie & Casey Were on My Favorite Murder!
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53:00Millie and Casey talk to Karen and Georgia from My Favorite Murder about the movies that made them, film recommendations for budding cinephiles and more. Episode originally aired on My Favorite Murder on January 23, 2025. Follow, rate and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyo…
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Christmas Movie Bonanza with Alonso Duralde
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1:16:00On this week’s festive episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey are joined by film critic, podcaster, and author of ‘Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas,’ Alonso Duralde. Alonso is a certified Christmas movie expert, and Millie and Casey discuss everything in the genre from Hallmark to Hollywood classics - no yuletide stone goes untu…
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Best of 2025! Plus, Cartoonist Mimi Pond!
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1:46:01On this week’s contemplative episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss the very best of 2025. They talk about their favorite movies of the year, trends, their favorite first-time watches, and predictions for 2026. Plus, they are joined by the magnificent cartoonist Mimi Pond to talk about her new book ‘Do Admit: The Mitford Siste…
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On this week’s criminal episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey dissect David Fincher’s masterpiece ZODIAC (2007). Plus, another beautiful installment of ‘Gripes, Gropes, and ‘Grets’ has the hosts asking, “Is THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS a Christmas or Halloween movie?” Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you g…
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Thanksgiving and The Ice Storm (1997)
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1:25:20On this week’s chilly episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey interrogate their personal hatred of Thanksgiving, and they dive deep into the 1997 classic THE ICE STORM. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…
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On this week’s muscular episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey dissect (and re-enact) the pivotal eighties action movie, PREDATOR (1987). Plus, for ‘My Area of Expertise,’ our hosts are joined by the incredible filmmaker behind THE PEOPLE'S JOKER (2022), Vera Drew. She’s on the show to discuss her area of expertise - the film archetyp…
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PTA and One Battle After Another (2025)
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1:32:55On this week’s revolutionary episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey chat about one of the biggest movies of the year, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (2025). Plus, they dissect the oeuvre of Paul Thomas Anderson as well as Millie and Casey’s own personal attachment to the director. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever yo…
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Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989)! Plus, Johnny Pemberton!
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1:43:13On this week’s metallic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey finish up Spooky Month with a truly bizarre and disturbing movie, the bona fide “shit head” classic - TETSUO: THE IRON MAN (1989). Plus, the wonderful Johnny Pemberton (Fallout, Superstore) joins the show for the segment, ‘My Area of Expertise,’ where he discusses the fasc…
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On this week’s pleasurable episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Spooky Month continues as Millie and Casey cover all of the ins and outs of the horror classic HELLRAISER (1987). Plus, they answer some listener emails in their Film Advice segment. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Inst…
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Jennifer's Body (2009)! Plus, James Urbaniak on My Man Godfrey (1936)!
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1:40:08On this week’s bloody episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey cover the cult classic JENNIFER'S BODY (2009). Plus, the incredible James Urbaniak joins the show for ‘My Area of Expertise’ where he talks about the classic MY MAN GODFREY (1936). Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the sh…
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Obsessed Fans & The King of Comedy (1982)
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1:11:42On this week’s obsessive episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss fan culture and the Martin Scorsese masterpiece THE KING OF COMEDY (1982). Plus, our hosts tackle some of society’s greatest quandaries in another installment of ‘Film Etiquette.’ Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Fol…
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Rock Docs & DIG! XX (2024)! Plus, Craig Calcaterra!
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1:48:56On this week’s rockin’ episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey talk all about DIG! XX (2024), the redux version of the influential 2004 rock doc. Plus, they chat with the man behind the daily Cup of Coffee baseball newsletter, Craig Calcaterra, about his movie area of expertise - actors portraying athletes. Follow, rate, and review Dea…
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Lino Brocka & Manila in the Claws of Light (1975)
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1:34:59On this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Casey begins the show by discussing his connection to the recent tragedy at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis. After that, he and Millie discuss Filipino cinema, the work of director Lino Brocka, and the film many consider the greatest Filipino movie of all time, MANILA IN THE CLAWS OF LIGHT (1975…
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KPop Demon Hunters (2025)! Plus, ‘What Went Wrong’ Hosts Chris Winterbauer and Lizzie Bassett!
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2:03:47On this week’s demonic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss the juggernaut film, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS (2025). As a matter of precaution, Casey’s Mom, Sandra O’Brien, blesses the podcast at the top of the show to ensure that the Annabelle doll will not wreak havoc upon it. Plus, the hosts of the wonderful movie podcas…
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U.C.U (Usher Cinematic Universe) & She's All That (1999)! Plus, Film Critic Katie Walsh
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1:53:26On this week’s very popular episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey explore the U.C.U (Usher Cinematic Universe) by way of the classic film, SHE'S ALL THAT (1999). Plus, the magnificent Katie Walsh joins our hosts for the segment My Area of Expertise to discuss “Unhappy Rich People on Vacation” movies. Follow, rate, and revie…
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David Cronenberg & The Shrouds (2024)
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1:33:34On this week’s fleshy episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey explore the intoxicating and disgusting world of David Cronenberg and his latest film, THE SHROUDS (2024). Plus, Casey quizzes Millie on her Cronenberg film knowledge. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show …
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Summer Blockbusters & Jurassic World Rebirth (2025)
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1:37:42On this week’s humongous episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey dissect the concept of the summer blockbuster and discuss the latest entry into the JURASSIC PARK franchise, JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH (2025). Plus, our hosts also take some time to define proper movie theater etiquette. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love…
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Jackass Number Two (2006)! Plus, Film Critic Caden Mark Gardner!
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1:41:27On this week’s dangerous episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey plunge into the wild world of Jackass and discuss the pivotal film JACKASS NUMBER TWO (2006). Plus, they are joined by film critic and author Caden Mark Gardner for ‘My Area of Expertise’ to discuss the representation of 1950’s diner aesthetic in film. Follow, r…
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On this week’s flirty episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss the state of modern dating and review the new Celine Song film MATERIALISTS (2025). Plus, they read some letters from listeners who graciously reveal their very own ‘Film Regrets.’ Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podca…
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Showgirls (1995)! Plus, TCM’s Alicia Malone!
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1:56:15On this week’s tantalizing episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey strip down and bare all to talk about the essential 1995 classic SHOWGIRLS. Plus, TCM’s Alicia Malone joins the hosts for their segment ‘My Area of Expertise’ to talk about her area of expertise, “Actors Drinking From Empty Coffee Cups.” Follow, rate, and revi…
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On this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey take a stroll down the proverbial video store aisle and discuss their love and appreciation for all things VHS. Plus, our benevolent hosts extend a hand to their listeners and answer some of their questions for the segment, Film Advice. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movie…
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Alan Rudolph & Remember My Name (1978)
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1:30:19On this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss the films of Alan Rudolph and his masterpiece REMEMBER MY NAME (1978). Plus, Millie has a fascinating conversation with the director himself, Alan Rudolph, at a recent screening at the Plaza Theater in Atlanta, recorded on April 10, 2025. Follow, rate, and review …
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Nineties Camp Movies & Heavyweights (1995)
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1:31:01On this week’s outdoorsy episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss nineties camp movies and the 1995 “classic” HEAVYWEIGHTS. Plus, our hosts bear their souls and confess their “Film Regrets.” Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyo…
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Southern Gothic & Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958)
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1:22:01On this week’s sultry episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss Southern Gothic films and the superb CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF (1958). Plus, our fearless duo offers their sage wisdom in their “Film Advice” segment. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram:…
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Michael Mann & Heat (1995) featuring Jamie Loftus
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1:35:44On this week’s hot episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss the work of director Michael Mann and the 1995 classic HEAT. Plus, for their “My Area of Expertise” segment, they are joined by the incredible Jamie Loftus (The Bechdel Cast) to discuss the pivotal JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (1973). Follow, rate, and review Dear M…
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On this week’s very purple episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss all things Prince. They chat about their favorite albums, Casey’s personal connection to Purple One, and finish things off with an in-depth analysis of PURPLE RAIN (1984) and the P.C.U. (Prince Cinematic Universe). Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies,…
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Cold War Film Noir & Kiss Me Deadly (1955)
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1:23:28On this week’s seductive episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey analyze Film Noir and the Cold War through the lens of the 1955 classic KISS ME DEADLY. Plus, our intrepid hosts take a stab at composing their own Film Noir movie in a little game they’re called “Build a Noir.” Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You w…
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Smoking in Movies & Le Samouraï (1967) featuring Bret Berg and Joe Ziemba
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1:43:02On this week’s very cool episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss smoking in movies and the 1967 classic LE SAMOURAÏ. The hosts also detail their personal relationship with cigarettes. Plus, for their “My Area of Expertise” segment, they are joined by Bret Berg and Joe Ziemba of the American Genre Film Archive to talk …
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Barry Jenkins & Medicine for Melancholy (2008)
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1:12:35On this week’s moving episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss the work of director Barry Jenkins and his debut feature MEDICINE FOR MELANCHOLY (2008). Plus, they answer some questions for their Film Advice segment including one about whether it’s OK to make out at the movies. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Lo…
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Mockumentaries & Waiting for Guffman (1996) featuring Arden Myrin
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1:33:05On this week’s electric episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss the often imitated never duplicated artform of “mockumentaries” and the majestic 1996 film WAITING FOR GUFFMAN. Plus, for their segment “My Area of Expertise,” the hosts chat with the phenomenal Arden Myrin (The Righteous Gemstones, Insatiable) about DIRT…
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The Coppola Kids & The Virgin Suicides (2000) featuring Eric Edelstein
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1:39:09On this week’s dreamy episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss those dang Coppola progeny and hone in on the 2000 film THE VIRGIN SUICIDES. They also have one of the most electric conversations ever committed to audio with the phenomenal character actor Eric Edelstein (Twin Peaks, Parks and Recreation). They chat about…
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Fake Bands & The Commitments (1991)
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1:09:47On this week’s rocking episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey discuss fake bands in movies, the 1991 classic THE COMMITMENTS, and Millie’s potential career as a skull-cracking yet benevolent band manager. Plus, they chat about their favorite diegetic music moments from movies. And finally, they provide some film advice regar…
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Bong Joon Ho & Mickey 17 (2025) featuring Josh Fadem
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1:26:24On this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey tackle the work of famed South Korean director Bong Joon Ho, as well as his latest film Mickey 17 (2025). Plus, they are joined by comedian and film fanatic Josh Fadem to talk about his "Area of Expertise" - the wild (and sometimes downright nasty) work of Chinese directo…
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2000-Era Pop Star Movies & Crossroads (2002)
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1:13:54On this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey are going full Y2K to talk about Crossroads (2002), Britney Spears, and all the other glorious pop star movies of the era. Plus, a birthday party-related bit of film advice. Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show o…
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Steven Soderbergh & Erin Brockovich (2000) featuring The Softies
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1:28:37On this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, our hosts Millie and Casey celebrate the 25th anniversary of Erin Brockovich (2000) by examining the film and doing a deep dive into the world of director Steven Soderbergh. And if that’s not enough, they are joined by the wondrous Jen Sbragia and Rose Melberg (aka The Softies) to discuss their are…
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Irish Cinema & The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
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1:11:59Top o’ the morning to ya! In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, Millie and Casey are going full Irish on this week’s episode of Dear Movies, I Love You. In a change of pace, both the hosts’ Film Diaries are filled with reality television! They then dive right into a discussion of Irish cinema and the 2022 film The Banshees of Inisherin. And finally,…
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70 mm Movies & The Hateful Eight (2015) featuring Brian Saur
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1:24:36This week on Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey return to their Film Diary and go through all the movies they’ve most recently watched. They catapult into a discussion of 70 mm and large format films, focusing in on Quentin Tarantino’s 2015 film The Hateful Eight. They are then joined by the wonderful Brian Saur (Pure Cinema Podcast) to disc…
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The Academy Awards and Millie & Casey’s Favorite Movies of 2024
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1:13:56This week on Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey start things off by discussing their most recently watched films in their Film Diary. They then take a look back on the year 2024 and discuss the impending Academy Awards and their favorite movies of the year. Plus, it’s the first annual Millie Awards - movie awards given out by Millie herself.…
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L.A. in the ’80s & The Terminator (1984)
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1:09:55This week on Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey divulge their weekly watches from their Film Diary. They take a trip back to 1980s Los Angeles with a special focus on James Cameron’s blockbuster hit, The Terminator (1984). Plus, Casey shares a cautionary movie theater seating tale in this week’s Film Gripe–and much more! Follow, rate and rev…
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Casey & Millie’s Most Romantic Movies Ever
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1:08:20Love is in the air this week on Dear Movies, I Love You! Millie and Casey ponder the ultimate February question—just in time for Valentine’s Day: What is the most romantic movie ever? Millie is out for revenge with this week’s movie quiz, featuring films with “Love” in the title. Plus, entries in their Film Diaries and fresh recommendations for Emp…
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Manic Pixie Dream Girls & Garden State (2004)
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1:14:31In this episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, hosts Millie and Casey share the latest entries in their Film Diary before diving into Garden State (2004), one of the defining films of the Manic Pixie Dream Girl era. Plus, a Sensitive Boy movie quiz and fresh Employee Picks. Follow, rate and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts…
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Drinking In Movies & “A Star Is Born” (2018) featuring Shalewa Sharpe
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1:24:01On the very first episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, hosts Millie De Chirico and Casey O’Brien start things off by opening up their Film Diary to discuss the movies they’ve watched in the past week. They dissect “A Star Is Born” (2018) and the grand tradition of drinking on film. Later, they’re joined by comedian Shalewa Sharpe to analyze her film…
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Dear Movies, I Love You is the film podcast for anyone who's ever had a cinematic crush they just can't quit. Hosts Millie De Chirico (film historian, author and former I Saw What You Did co-host) and Casey O'Brien (producer, filmmaker and certified movie obsessive) are teaming up for a brand-new adventure in movie love. Join Millie and Casey as th…
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I Saw What You Did - As Always, A F*cking Pleasure
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1:42:06For the final episode of I Saw What You Did, Millie and Danielle discuss FASTER, PUSSYCAT! KILL! KILL! (1965) and ALIEN (1979), their recent live show, the history of the podcast, and making beets. To see a full ISWYD movie list, check out our Letterboxd here: https://letterboxd.com/isawwhatyoudid/films/diary/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…
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On this new bonus episode, Danielle and Millie discuss Millie’s public playlist titles, past rounds of SKOSC that got them canceled, and a new interpretation of Forrest Gump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Exactly Right and iHeartPodcasts
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I Saw What You Did - We Are All Sizzlin’
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1:04:02It’s a clip show! This week, Danielle and Millie venture through past episodes to find and discuss some of the funniest, sweetest, and most deranged clips from the entire ‘I Saw What You Did' catalog. To see a full ISWYD movie list, check out our Letterboxd here: https://letterboxd.com/isawwhatyoudid/films/diary/ See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…
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I Saw What You Did - Cabbage Patch Core
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1:55:48This week, Danielle and Millie discuss PARASITE (2019) and TRIANGLE OF SADNESS (2022), the lipstick nipple trick, Danielle shocking young men with her driving abilities, and the Curve cologne still hitting. To see a full ISWYD movie list, check out our Letterboxd here: https://letterboxd.com/isawwhatyoudid/films/diary/ See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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I Saw What You Did - Nothing To Sneeze At
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1:23:17Today’s episode starts with a HUGE announcement. Plus, Millie and Danielle discuss ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE (2013) and AWAY FROM HER (2007), the elder punk Jim Jarmusch, Danielle living in LA, and life in an assisted living facility. To see a full ISWYD movie list, check out our Letterboxd here: https://letterboxd.com/isawwhatyoudid/films/diary/ See …
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I Saw What You Did - Rob Zombie With An Ombre
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1:40:22This week, Danielle and Millie discuss FISH TANK (2009) and OUT OF THE BLUE (1980), DJing at a nursing home, a spooky musician FMK, and dreadlock maintenance. To see a full ISWYD movie list, check out our Letterboxd here: https://letterboxd.com/isawwhatyoudid/films/diary/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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