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 certainly can’t pronounce). Follow Dear Movies, I Love You on Instagram @dearmoviesiloveyou. Dear Movies, I Love You is part of the Exactly Right podcast network that provides a platform for bold, creative voices to bring to life provocative, entertaining and relatable stories for audiences everywhere. The Exactly Right roster of podcasts covers a variety of topics including true crime, comedic interviews, science, pop culture and more. Podcasts on the network include My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, That's Messed Up: An SVU Podcast, This Podcast Will Kill You, Bananas and more.
On this week’s irritating episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss a movie with possibly the most annoying characters ever committed to film - MIKEY AND NICKY (1976). Plus, they are joined by set decorator Kelsi Ephraim (Everything Everywhere All at Once, Sorry to Bother You) to discuss her work and her “Area of Expertise” - hiding "Easter Eggs" in her set design! 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 epic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey tackle the biggest movie of the summer, THE ODYSSEY (2026). Plus, they discuss the work of Christopher Nolan, Christopher Nolan fans, and Casey getting hit in the head with an old woman’s walker during his screening of the 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 nostalgic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss the masterpiece, ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION (1997). Plus, Casey goes into great detail about his recent experience at his own 20th high school reunion. 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 trashy episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey celebrate the Criterion release of one of John Waters’ undersung masterpieces, DESPERATE LIVING (1977). Plus, Millie and Casey have the honor of speaking with Troma Entertainment co-founder and president Lloyd Kaufman about DIY filmmaking, eating leftovers from MY DINNER WITH ANDRE (1981), and what movies he’s watching now. 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 liminal episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss the breakout film of the summer, BACKROOMS (2026). Plus, our hosts dissect the Creepypasta internet phenomenon and the future of the film industry. 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 oedipal episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey ring in the final week of “Junasty,” an entire month dedicated to the Video Nasties, by discussing the cuckoo, BUTCHER, BAKER, NIGHTMARE MAKER (1981). Plus, our hosts answer some emails in another installment of ‘Gripes, Gropes, and ‘Grets,’ including a question about how to best get into arthouse 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 demonic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey celebrate week number three of “Junasty,” an entire month dedicated to the Video Nasties, by discussing one of the most famous Video Nasties, THE EVIL DEAD (1981). Plus, the writer Carrie Courogen (author of ‘Miss May Does Not Exist: The Life and Work of Elaine May, Hollywood’s Hidden Genius’) joins our hosts for another installment of “My Area of Expertise” to discuss the microgenre, “I'm always mad at my one sister." 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 haunted episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey celebrate week number two of “Junasty,” an entire month dedicated to the Video Nasties, by going deep on the truly gross Lucio Fulci film THE BEYOND (1981). Plus, the hosts present another installment of “Film Etiquette” where they discuss the proper behavior during the previews at the movie theater. 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 oopie goopie episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey kick off their inaugural “Junasty,” an entire month dedicated to the Video Nasties, by discussing the groundbreaking film BLOOD FEAST (1963). Plus, they explore the history and impact of the Video Nasties, the infamous list of UK’s banned VHS films beginning in the 1980’s. 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 auditory episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey discuss the latest entry into the “podcast horror” genre, 2025’s UNDERTONE. Plus, our hosts answer some emails in another installment of “Gripes, Gropes, and ‘Grets,” including a question about their favorite bands they’ve discovered through 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 administrative episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey tackle the underseen classic and Cindy Sherman’s only cinematic output, OFFICE KILLER (1997). Plus, the hosts return to the cubicle for the very heated “Office Movie Quiz.” 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 post-apocalyptic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey are revisiting the classic nineties sci-fi romp TANK GIRL (1995). Plus, the amazing comedian Kara Klenk (That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast) joins the hosts for the segment “My Area of Expertise” to talk about “Later in life romances,” e.g. SOMETHING’S GOTTA GIVE, IT'S COMPLICATED. 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 romantic episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey are doing things a little differently. This episode is entirely composed of listener stories about movie dates; some are romantic, some are inspiring, some are nauseating, and most are just ridiculous. Enjoy Casey and Millie’s reactions to this entertaining crop of tales from the cinema. And thank you to everyone who submitted their story! 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 totally baked episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, Millie and Casey are celebrating 4/20 by watching the stoner classic PINEAPPLE EXPRESS (2008). They also have a passionate conversation about every single type of concession candy known to man. 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 cartoonish episode of Dear Movies, I Love You, in honor of the film’s 30th anniversary, Millie and Casey dissect the incredible and outrageous SPACE JAM (1996). They also chat with director Rachel Olson in the segment ‘My Area of Expertise’ where she discusses “Improvised comedy lines that made the final cut.” 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 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.
