Swoon-Worthy

Delve into the romantic world of the Dashwood sisters from Jane Austen’s first published novel, which has been turned into a beloved, award-winning movie and an equally intriguing miniseries. The duo discuss how they relate to the sisters, which characters they find the most swoon-worthy, and their favorite scenes from both the 1995 Ang Lee film starring Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet and the 2008 BBC mini-series.

Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla offers a beautifully crafted, intimate portrait of Priscilla Presley’s journey from a young, impressionable girl to a woman finding her own identity outside of Elvis’ shadow. This moving film gives us her perspective on their complicated relationship, from their early courtship through life at Graceland and their marriage.

The Swoon-Worthy sisters dive into Coppola’s signature storytelling and dreamy aesthetic, from the film’s gorgeous sixties style and costumes to its evocative soundtrack, supervised by Phoenix and filled with memorable songs from the era. We compare Priscilla to other Sofia Coppola classics, highlighting her signature visual language and the shots and mirror scenes that echo moments from her earlier films. We also touch on Elvis and Me, the memoir that inspired the film, and explore how Coppola transforms Priscilla’s story into a distinctly intimate and visually captivating coming-of-age tale.

Join Carly and her sister Cayla as they explore the warm-hearted world of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. The sisters share their nostalgic connection to the 1994 film and dive into the more recent 2017 and 2019 versions.

Join Carly and her sister Cayla as they explore the two most popular movie and TV adaptations of Jane Austen’s most beloved novel, Pride and Prejudice. The duo discuss the inspired casting choices and their favorite scenes of both the 2005 Joe Wright film and the 1995 BBC mini-series while analyzing the costumes and other mesmerizing elements.

Join Carly and her sister Cayla in their very first podcast episode as they explore the enchanting world of Sofia Coppola’s 2006 Marie Antoinette. From Cayla’s nostalgic connection to the film’s New Romantics soundtrack to Carly’s fascination with the historical details, they dive into the dreamy, decadent world that made this film such a lasting favorite.

They rave over Milena Canonero’s Oscar-winning costumes, the mesmerizing color palette, unforgettable soundtrack, and standout performances, while sharing their favorite scenes, costumes, and details along the way. More than just a movie they love, Marie Antoinette has followed Carly and Cayla through their lives, from their high school years and family vacations to major milestones, becoming intertwined with memories of growing up together and their shared love of period dramas.

They also look beyond Sofia Coppola’s Versailles to discuss other portrayals and adaptations of Marie Antoinette, and reflect on why this unconventional period drama continues to captivate them nearly two decades after they first fell in love with it.