The Plot Sickens

We’re diving into Step Mom (1998) — the emotionally loaded classic that gave us Julia Roberts vs. Susan Sarandon, a blended family, and a cancer storyline that still punches us in the gut. In Part 1, we focus on the family dynamics: the fierce loyalty between a mom and her kids, the complicated role of the new partner, and the not-so-subtle tension simmering under every school drop-off and awkward...

In this episode, we dive into the Oscar-winning mother-daughter drama that set the gold standard for emotionally devastating films. From dysfunctional affection to hospital hallway meltdowns, we unpack the grief, grit, and (questionable) caregiving in Terms of Endearment. Expect tears. Expect some laughs. And yes — we absolutely talk about that Shirley MacLaine scene. No part two this time — we ma...

We weren’t done crying — so we’re back for Part 2 of Miss You Already . In this episode, we dive deeper into Milly and Jess’s unraveling friendship, the chaos of terminal illness, and the moments that broke us (again). This one goes deep into grief, guilt, and the messiness of loving someone through the end. Content warning: We’re talking death, hospice, and goodbye-for-now moments. As always, tis...

In our very first episode of The Plot Sickens , Deltra and Vanessa dive headfirst into a movie where cancer takes center stage—but not without a few tangents, hot takes, and laughs along the way. As two women living with metastatic breast cancer, we’re breaking down how Hollywood gets it right (or very, very wrong). This is Part One of a two-part premiere—get comfy, press play, and let’s see how t...