Dear Movies, I Love You

On this week’s comedic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey finally tackle the latest film, IS THIS THING ON? (2025), from the “maestro” himself, Bradley Cooper. They also do a deep examination of his oeuvre and what sets him apart from other filmmakers. Plus, the hosts answer more emails in their segment - Gripe, Gropes (consensual), and ‘Grets. ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s patriotic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey talk baseball and the 1976 classic THE BAD NEWS BEARS. Plus, the hilarious Jenny Zigrino joins our hosts to talk about her movie “Area of Expertise” - 18th-century costumes! Some titles that are covered - AMADEUS (1984), MARIE ANTOINETTE (2006), DANGEROUS LIAISONS (1988), and 1776 (1972). ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s salacious episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey finally get a chance to chat about the controversial new Margot Robbie/ Jacob Elordi romance, “WUTHERING HEIGHTS” (2026).  ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s award-winning episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey chat about all things Oscars - predictions, snubs, bizarre nominations, and more! Plus, the wonderful Paul Rust joins the show to talk about his “Area of Expertise” - John Hughes movies! ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s artificial episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie is introduced to the AI version of Casey, which she prefers over the real Casey. Afterwards, the real Casey and Millie discuss the work of Spike Jonze, AI’s place in human romance, and the masterpiece, HER (2013). ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s cold episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss the films of John Carpenter and his masterpiece, THE THING (1982). Plus, the wonderful Lucé Tomlin-Brenner joins the hosts for “My Area of Expertise” to discuss movies that include “Women driven to madness by an unkind or apathetic society.” ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s apologetic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, in honor of Black History Month, Millie and Casey discuss the recent classic, SORRY TO BOTHER YOU (2018). Plus, the hosts comb through some wonderful email questions, including, “What is your perspective on finishing a movie even if you're not feeling it?” ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s manly episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, in honor of the Super Bowl, Millie and Casey discuss the pigskin classic, THE LONGEST YARD (1974). Millie gives an impassioned declaration of love for the great Burt Reynolds. Plus, the hosts answer a slew of voicemail questions. ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s killer episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss the brand new Park Chan-wook movie, NO OTHER CHOICE (2025). Plus, they’re joined by Morgan Evans, the fantastic writer/ director of the new mockumentary, MICRO BUDGET. He's on the show to talk about his “area of expertise,” Linda Fiorentino and THE LAST SEDUCTION (1994). ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s interdimensional episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey go back in time to talk about the cult classic, DONNIE DARKO: DIRECTOR'S CUT (2004). Plus, another installment of ‘Gripes, Gropes, and ‘Grets’ which includes a certified grope (with permission) of the actor John Carroll Lynch. ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s steamy episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey try to get their proverbial groove back by discussing the 1998 classic, How Stella Got Her Groove Back. They also dissect the concept of “referential films” (ie, movies whose titles become a shorthand for a concept). Plus, the screenwriter Chris Thomas Devlin (Cobweb, Texas Chainsaw Massacre) joins the show to talk about his “Area of Expertise” - Fake movies in movies. ​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 privacy information.

On this week’s depressing episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey celebrate “Bleak Week” by watching one of the darkest war movies of all time, COME AND SEE (1985). To add to the fun, Millie constructs a game similar to Mad Libs called “Sad Libs,” where she and Casey try to assemble the trailer for the saddest movie of all time. 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 privacy information.

On this week’s theatrical episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey return to their “Dry January” theme with their conversation about the iconic drunk movie, WITHNAIL AND I (1987). Plus, more ‘Film Advice,” including a question about disagreeing with movie critics.  ​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 privacy information.

Flashback to the 2nd episode of the podcast! In this episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, 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. Originally Aired: February 4th, 2025 Follow, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Keep up with the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millie 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: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 unturned!  ​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 privacy information.

On 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 Sisters and Me’ and her “Area of Expertise” - British film circa World War II. ​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 privacy information.

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 get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 privacy information.

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 archetype, "The Woman With No Name."​ 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 privacy information.

On 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 you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 fascinating practice of “using non-actors with actors.” 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 privacy information.

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 Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the first installment in their “Spooky Month” series! On this week’s elevated episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey scrutinize the overall vibe of A24 movies, as well as discuss the totemic MIDSOMMAR (2019). 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 privacy information.

On 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. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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).  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 privacy information.

On 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 podcast ‘What Went Wrong,’ Chris Winterbauer and Lizzie Bassett, join Millie and Casey to talk about the making of a few movies where things did not go right.  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 privacy information.

On 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 review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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, rate, and review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 review Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 Dear Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 Movies, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, I Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 all about “Found Footage.” 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 privacy information.

On 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 Love You wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram: @dearmoviesiloveyou.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 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 DIRTY DANCING (1997). The convo is so dynamic that Millie almost throws Casey off the podcast.  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 privacy information.