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You've Got Mail
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AOL dial up, corporate espionage, catfishing, shitty power dynamics, and bouquets of sharpened pencils. That's right! This week we are talking about 1998 rom com You've Got Mail starring Meg Ryan & Tom Hanks.
In this episode of the Rom-Com Rescue Podcast, we delve into the nuances behind the 1998 classic 'You've Got Mail.'
They express their concerns over the film's portrayal of relationships, particularly criticizing the toxic behavior of the male lead, Joe Fox, and the romanticization of deceit.
Despite the nostalgia associated with the film, they offer low love lesson ratings due to issues with manipulation and power dynamics.
Kira and Isabelle delve into the topic of emotional infidelity, bringing to light its complexity, possible causes, and how it is portrayed within the context of the movie.
Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!
Get show notes, transcripts, and more information on at Rom-ComRescue.com
Chapters
1. Intro (00:00:00)
2. First Impressions (00:02:09)
3. The problem with Joe. (00:05:11)
4. Email, technology, & the beginning of online dating. (00:11:29)
5. Best Love Lessons (00:19:01)
6. Worst Love Lessons (00:25:58)
7. Power Dynamics (00:33:40)
8. Enemies to Lovers Trope (00:41:45)
9. The Deep Dive - Emotional Infidelity (00:49:06)
10. Hot Take! (01:10:32)
11. Would they last? (01:11:59)
12. Trivia (01:18:10)
13. Our reviews (01:19:48)
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