Rom Com Dot Com
Welcome to Rom Com Dot Com, the weekly podcast that covers the American Film Institutes' list of the 10 best romantic comedies of all time! Each episode will tackle the premise and background of the film, it's commentary on societal standards of love and dating, and beg the question: is this romantic comedy really THAT good? So join us! If cute and unrealistic romantic comedies just aren't your thing, you may just be in the right place...
Episodes
10 episodes
City Lights and Wrapping Up the Podcast
This special and final edition of Rom Com Dot Com reviews Charlie Chaplin's acclaimed film City Lights! I discuss the classic Tramp character, and the hoops only Chaplin could jump through to get this film made. After the review, I rattle off m...
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Episode 10
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32:20
Annie Hall with Cori Eckert and Katelyn Terry
I have some complicated views about this week's addition of Rom Com Dot Com - Woody Allen's first "serious" film, Annie Hall. Cori Eckert and Katelyn Terry join me to relish the sheer authenticity and humor of this classic flick. We also ...
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Episode 9
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28:00
It Happened One Night with Danny Gutierrez
Danny Gutierrez joins me to review Frank Capra's 1934 classic, It Happened One Night! This is the movie that set the template for the traditional romantic comedy, and it was an absolute joy to detail its influence on American cinema. Join us as...
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Episode 8
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31:06
Roman Holiday with Melanie McBride
I unlocked this gem of a movie with my sweet friend, and Audrey Hepburn enthusiast, Melanie McBride. Join us as we point out how well this movie ages in the era of #metoo, discuss the Hollywood blacklist, and gush over Greg Peck.
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Episode 7
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41:17
The Philadelphia Story with Tracey Powell
My mom joins me for one of our all-time favorites, The Philadelphia Story! We gush over Jimmy Stewart, contextualize the sour situation that led Katharine Hepburn to pursue this role, and dissect its problematic message. Our thoughts are compli...
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Episode 6
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36:20
When Harry Met Sally with Hunter Gasaway
This episode reunites me with an old friend and fellow cinephile, Hunter Gasaway! We marvel at the magic of When Harry Met Sally, and discuss the strength of Rob Reiner's confident direction when paired with Nora Ephron's outstanding screenplay...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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37:49
Adam's Rib with Katelyn Terry
The critics love Adam's Rib, and we....um....we are undecided. Join Katelyn and I as we discuss Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy's longterm romance, Judy Holliday's rise to Hollywood stardom, and the cinematic classic Blades of Glory. Hollid...
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Episode 4
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50:22
Moonstruck with Claire Christian
This week tackles Moonstruck, the 1987 flick that cemented Cher's stardom. Claire Christian joins me as we break down this film's fast-paced romance, beautiful makeover scene, and pre-wacky Nicolas Cage. That amore!
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Episode 3
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38:17
Harold and Maude with Mary Knapton
This week's episode of Rom Com Dot Com reviews Harold and Maude, the cult classic tale of death and May-December romance. This was a first time watch for both Mary and I, and although our discussion is filled with mixed emotions, it was an over...
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Episode 2
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36:45
Sleepless in Seattle with Audrey Supan
Welcome to Rom Com Dot Com, the weekly podcast that reviews the American Film Institutes' list of the 10 best romantic comedies of all time. This episode covers Nora Ephron's classic tale of love, separation, and late-night radio broadcasts, Sl...
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Episode 1
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