Movies That Played Us
Kait Valdez & Victoria Dunn
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"Movies That Played Us" is a lively, irreverent podcast where two opinionated 30-somethings, Kait Valdez and Victoria Dunn, dive headfirst into the world of romantic comedies. Armed with wildly different life experiences and identities, they unpack how these iconic (and sometimes absurd) films have shaped their expectations of love, dating, and partnership. From the grand gestures to the questionable meet-cutes, no trope goes unexamined, and no character escapes their sharp, hilarious critique.
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S1E21 Coyote Ugly
On this episode, Kait and Victoria discuss a movie that has had both of them in a choke hold since the early 2000's, Coyote Ugly. They cover formative moments, the iconic music and just how much this…
S1E20 Valentine's Day
After a bit of a hiatus, Kait and Victoria return to discuss a very seasonally appropriate film, 2010's Valentine's Day. Listen to us cover just so many romantic plot-lines from this star-studded…
S1E19 Fever Pitch
On this episode of Movies That Played Us, Kait and Victoria are discussing the 2005 baseball-centric romcom, Fever Pitch, starring Jimmy Fallon and Drew Barrymore. Tune in to hear what we think of…
S1E18 10 Things I Hate About You
On this episode, Kait and Victoria talk about millennial classic, 10 Things I Hate About You. Join us as we delve into the bad behavior of some beloved characters and discuss whether or not the movie…
S1E17 Two Can Play That Game
In this episode of Movies That Played Us, Kait and Victoria put Vivica A. Fox’s dating rulebook under the microscope with the 2001 rom-com Two Can Play That Game. We’re talking power plays, mind…
S1E16 500 Days of Summer
On this week's episode, it's Victoria's birthday pick and we are revisiting an old favorite from a time gone by, the late 2000s. Tune in to find out if 500 Days of Summer (starring Zooey Deschanel…
S1E15 Fire Island
This week, Kait and Victoria are taking a little vacation to Fire Island as we continue with the summer fun and Kait pays homage to the queer community again. Listen as we discuss all the ways this…
S1E14 Couple's Retreat
This week, Kait and Victoria are diving into Couple's Retreat. A movie from 2009 with much to discuss when it comes to the portrayal of love and relationships. Tune in to hear how tough this movie is…
S1E13 Imagine Me & You
In honor of pride month, this week, Kait and Victoria are discussing the 2005 queer romcom Imagine Me & You. Starring Piper Perabo and Lena Headey. Tune in to find out how this movie stack up…
S1E12 27 Dresses
This week Kait and Victoria commemorate the kick-off of wedding season with 2008's 27 Dresses starring Katherine Heigl, James Marden and Ed Burns. While this movie didn't damage us, we of course had…
S1E11 Never Been Kissed
This week, Kait and Victoria are taking on a classic rom-com from the late 90s, Never Been Kissed. Tune in to heat their thoughts on how this movie played a generation by leaning into some very toxic…
S1E10 It Happened One Night
In honor of the Turner Classic Movie Festival in LA, Kait and Victoria do a deep dive on much lauded Best Picture - Frank Capra's 1933 romantic comedy "It Happened One Night" starring Clark Gable and…
S1E9 Titanic
In honor of the anniversary of it's sinking last week, on this episode Kait and Victoria are discussing the 1997 classic Oscar Winning film, Titanic. Listen as these two millennials deal with their…
S1E8 Sweet Home Alabama
This week, Kait and Victoria take a trip down memory lane with 2002's Sweet Home Alabama—but it’s not all southern charm and glassblowing dreams. They are pretty miffed by the romantic themes of this…
S1E7 Can't Buy Me Love
As a follow-up to last episode on Love Don't Cost a Thing, Kait and Victoria are delving into its source material this week with an in depth discussion of the 80s classic, Can't Buy Me Love, starring…
S1E6 Love Don't Cost a Thing
This episode Kait and Victoria dive into 2003's "Can't Buy Me Love" remake - "Love Don't Cost a Thing" starring Nick Cannon and Christina Milian. This offering is quite the deviation from the source…
S1E5 How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Kait and Victoria are back again this week to discuss another early 2000's favorite, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. Tune in to find out how this film stacks up to scrutiny and which of the characters…
S1E4 Love & Basketball
In honor of Black History Month - Victoria takes the lead on the deep dive into a movie that specifically traumatized her and set her up for failure in her love life.
S1E3 Notting Hill
Rounding out our inaugural Julia Roberts trilogy is an in-depth discussion of Notting Hill. Join us to hear our many, many thoughts and find out which character Victoria picks to date. If you like…
S1E2 My Best Friend's Wedding
We continue our ride through Julia Roberts biggest rom com hits - next up My Best Friends Wedding. Boy oh boy, do we have thoughts! If you like what you hear don't forget to follow us!IG:…
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Movies That Played Us has published 22 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Comedy, Film Reviews.
Movies That Played Us is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 48m.
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