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Dressed To Kill
by Elma Valerio, Alana Fickes
Fashion, Action Movies, A$$ Kicking Female Characters & Representation. Best friends Elma, and Alana (from the Film and Fashion industries) obsess over every stitch and shot.TLDR: Style and Bond from a Feminist point of view.
Episodes
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Bond 26 Fantasy Draft: Who Will Be the Next 007?
It's time for us to chime in on the rumors about who will be cast as the NEXT #JAMESBOND, as well as Moneypenny, M, Q, and all the rest. Listen to our wishes, our hot takes, and gossip on what we want to see in Bond 26. Follow us on Instagram // https://www.instagram.com/dressedtokillpod Elma -...
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We're back!! DTK S04 Hard Launch
We're be back to our classic Keep and Kill movie review format, along with some fun new episode styles, including guests, casual talk (like this video) and YouTube!!
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SKYFALL (2012) Watch-Through: Keep or Kill?
For the first official episode returning from hiatus, we’re sitting down to rewatch 2012’s Skyfall! We’re breaking down the Tom Ford tux, Severine's evening dress, Moneypenny's on duty and off duty looks, as well as some outfits you may have missed. Does the hair and makeup of the 2010's hold up?...
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Oh So Lebrity! - Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002)
It's Austin Powers, the Trequel! aka Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002). Yes the one with Beyonce, she's Foxy Cleopatra, and she's a whole-lotta woman! This episode was laid back and SO much fun with our recurring guest, Parsons NYC fashion student, Erica Eaton! Quick reminder, Erica has been a…
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Cozy Robie - Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)
This week we watched, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999). The AP sequel! We're joined by special guest Sharif Matar! Sharif is a product and software Designer, and old friend from middle and high school. We used to love watching comedies like this with sharif - before they were…
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Quizno James! - Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997)
Today's watch through is Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997). This movie was just so much fun. We've been missing laugh out loud comedies, and especially spy parodies! This totally hit the spot. There were SO many incredible looks, which ones would you pick?? Find pictures of the...
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How To Cosplay a Bond Girl
Wether it's a full blown cosplay, or simply taking style inspiration from a favorite character, we love it all! In this episode we discuss the full gamut! Why we're drawn to certain characters. The key to pulling off a cosplay. The historical importance of the clothes in bond movies! How much of...
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Sari Not Sorry! - Octopussy (1983)
This episode is a watch through of Octopussy (1983). Happy Holi! We chose this movie for today, because it takes place mostly in India, and today is Holi! Holi is an East Asian holiday that celebrates the start of spring! It’s also referred to as the Festival Of Love, or The Festival Of Colors......
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Strong Male Energy - You Only Live Twice (1967)
Welcome to our fashion, and representation breakdown of the Bond film, You Only Live Twice (1967). HAPPY BIRTHDAY to this week's special guest, Alana's mom: Dr. Linda!! We had such interesting conversation on this episode breaking down a very complex movie through 4 very different perspectives...
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The Y2Kest Fashion - Charlie's Angels (2000)
A beloved classic for us, and our special guest Erica Eaton! A fashion student at parsons, and our bff since middle school! Video up on youtube Saturday 3/5, and trust, it's worth a watch! Enjoy!! Visit us on our instagram: @dressedtokillpod for outtakes, and photos of the action cuties were...
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Villanelle's Top 5 Most Iconic Looks! - Killing Eve (Seasons 1-3)
Are you a fan of Killing Eve?? We are! We love Killing Eve, created by our girl Phoebe Waller-Bridge, for its amazing characters, emotional depth, exciting plots, and incredible style! In this episode we chose our Top 5 Most Iconic Villanelle Looks, and watched the season 4 trailer live on the...
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What's Next For James Bond?? with David Zaritsky of The Bond Experience
In this episode David Zaritsky of the Bond Experience joins us for a special discussion on what’s next after No Time to Die! An expert in ALL things Bond, David is a pillar in the Bond community, connecting all of us fans, hosting book clubs and live streams, creating countless videos on the...
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A Brangelina Boyentine's Day! - Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005)
From a time when tabloids ruled the world... We bring you our Dressed To Kill Valentine's Special watch through of Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005)! Perhaps the sexiest spy movie of the 2000s? Let us know what you think on our instagram! In this episode we discuss the evolution of consumer lingerie,...
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Ski and Let Die - James Bond's TOP Snow Suits
Ski Suit watch, the FIT is ILL! This week's episode is a list of Bond's most... interesting Ski and Snow looks. The wins and, let's be honest, some real dirty marshmallows too. And we didn't forget his Bond Women's looks too. In this episode we ask: When did skiing start?, Whats wrong with some…
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But It's For My DADDY! - Mulan (2020)
Once upon a time Hollywood brought together all our favorite Lis and Lees, and gave us a live action MULAN (2020)! This is our first Disney movie, it’s packed with action, fashion, Chinese mythology, and feminist ideology, yay! We chose Mulan for this week’s movie in honor of the Lunar New Year!...
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The Battle of the Gray Suits - From Russia with Love (1963)
This is a watch through of From Russia With Love (1963), the classic espionage film and second release in the James Bond franchise. There is so much to discuss about this film, from Bond's iconic gray suit(s), Tania's guide on how to dress for a romantic train trip, and Kerim Bey and his (not...
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A Jellyfish's Butt - The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)
This is a watch through of The Spy Who Loved Me (1977), and what a gorgeous film!! Yes, the dress that first inspired our beloved Paloma. Yes, the Ronald McDonald Snow Suit. Yes, magnetic SHARK KILLING teeth. Listen, enjoy, have a merry 'ole time. Love you! Visit us on our instagram:...
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Blame Your Teachers *SPOILERS* - The 355 (2022)
Welcome to season 3 of Dressed To Kill!!! We're kicking it off with a watch through of The 355 (2022) ... a low-key guide to which movies are Zoom party appropriate. There's a ~gaping~ hole in the market for movies like this. A Female led, ensemble cast of badass women?! Spice girls with...
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BONUS: All The Looks! - No Time To Die 2021 -
BONUS episode alert!! We're making it official with a watch through of No Time To Die, 2021. This is our first ever VIDEO episode! Click THIS LINK to visit our youtube channel, watch this episode on video, subscribe, we're still experimenting so let us know what you think! Call this episode the...
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BONUS No Time To Die REVIEW - No Spoilers
NO SPOILERS, no worries, on this between seasons BONUS episode! We got to attend an early screening of No Time To Die (2021) in San Francisco, CA, and we've been chooommmppping at the bit to tell you all about it! A full, formatted, ~fashion centered~, BONUS episode, on this fantastic new…
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The Sparkle Is Enhanced - Season 2 Recap
Season 2 is done, thank you so much for your listening and your feedback and support! We're SO excited to bring you an even better season 2! Keep an eye out for bonus episodes between now and then! Visit us on our instagram: @dressedtokillpod for outtakes, and photos of the action cuties were...
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SHARKS CAN'T SWIM BACKWARDS! - Never Say Never Again 1983 -
This episode is a watch through of Never Say Never Again (1983) Sean Connery's Actual last film playing James Bond. This was our goofiest friendship episode, a great one to close out season 2! And we’ve invited back Erica Eaton, our good friend from childhood, Erica is a fashion student, and…
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Top 10 Bond Franchise Swimwear Looks!
Hot girl summer indeed! This week's episode is our top 10 swimwear looks from the James Bond franchise! We're veryyy into swimwear, and this episode was SO fun! Let us know if you agree with our picks! & Enjoy! Visit us on our instagram: @dressedtokillpod for outtakes, and photos of the action...
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Everything but the Culottes - The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2015 -
Today’s episode is a watch through of Man From Uncle, from 2015. In case you're new to this title, this is a Guy Ritchie spy movie based off of a 1960s TV show by the same name. It’s super charming, with those classic witty ~ Sean Connery ~ James Bond ~ spy vibes. And the costuming is gooorgeous!...
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Celebrating LGBTQ2+ Pride in the Bond Franchise!!
Happy pride month! Today’s episode is all about celebrating the LGBTQ2+ community, and the incredible art and creativity that the queer community has given us! We're queer allies at Dressed to Kill, and on this show we like to combat oppressed communities by celebrating them. In this episode we...
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Hot Benni Boy Summer - Licence To Kill 1989 -
Welcome back to another Bond watch through! This week we watched Licence To Kill (1989). This episode was so fun to talk through, even if it failed the representation test (lol). And it was Alana's first Dalton! "All women must fall in love with James Bond, it's the law of the movie." Ahahhhaha,...
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Big Scary Energy! - Spice World 1997 -
Its another special episode as we’re celebrating Alana's birthday this week (5/27)!!! Happy birthday Alana, we love you, your energy lights up our show!! For this special occasion we watched Spice World (1997) and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect guest, Alyssa Aparicio, who is a Pussy...
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Fashion + Appropriation - Dr. No 1962 -
This episode is a watch through of Dr. No (1962), the FIRST Bond movie!! And we’re joined by a special guest, Jocelyn Sia of Ladies Who Bond!! Jocelyn is a curator of all things Bond on her LadiesWhoBond YouTube channel and Instagram account. She also hosts events for the bond community, bringing...
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Good Luck, It's Impossible! - The 5th Element 1997 -
We've been dying to cover this movie, The 5th Element (1995)!!! It's a fashion icon and a dream of a film! Fashion student and returning friend of the pod (and of Elma and Alana) Erica Eaton joins us this week! In this episode we discuss Prince's feather butt, how Sex and Love relate, 90's movies...
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Not All Men - Casino Royale 2006 -
Does this movie hold up in 2021? This week we watched Casino Royale (2006) and go way beyond the fashion. Co-hosts Elma and Alana have deep discussions about masculinity and the Craig era bond. And spoiler alert, we do not agree on much! Is Vesper a realistic character? How does James Bond...
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Berlin Is Baby - Atomic Blonde 2017 -
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELMA!!! (Thursday 4/29) Today is a special Birthday watch through of Atomic Blonde (2017)! Elma, we love you so much, thank you for your friendship, and all of your incredible work on this podcast! Our brilliant friend Sydney Banta; musician, creative director, and overall artistic...
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Pick A Bond Wardrobe! with David Zaritsky
James Bond lifestyle expert David Zaritsky of The Bond Experience joins us today to discuss which 3 Bond character's closets we'd like to keep! David is a movie costumes and memorabilia collector, and he runs an incredible youtube channel, The Bond Experience. Where he showcases his collections,...
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It's Techno Bond, baby! - Tomorrow Never Dies 1997 -
We're so excited to welcome Dr. Lisa Funnell back to the podcast this week for a watch through of Tomorrow Never Dies (1997)!! We talk through the usual fashion favorites, obsess over our queen Michelle Yeoh, and dive into 90s media culture, and how it still affects us today. Dr. Lisa is a...
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You get your Dinks, but you also get Pussy Galore! - Goldfinger 1964 -
We're baaack, for season 2! With a bang, a sparkle, and a watch through of Goldfinger 1964! This movie was so fun, we're huge fans of Pussy Galore, Odd Job, and of course Drapey Cups - what a winner! One cannot mention the style in this film without the Iconic baby blue short short romper James...
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Season 1 Finale + Recap - Thank you all! -
The season 1 finale is here! Don't worry, we'll be back with season 2 very soon! In this episode we recap season 1, discuss why we started Dressed To Kill, and why we're so happy to be women using our voices! Thank you for an incredible season and for helping us cultivate this gorgeous community....
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Lingerie and Sex - in the James Bond Franchise -
Happy Valentine's week! In honor of the kitschy holiday of love, this episode is all about Lingerie and Sex! Our very own Elma Valerio is herself a lingerie designer and master craftswoman, and this week she leads through the history of lingerie! With stopovers across the decades in the Bond...
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Everyone's Got Diaper Butt! - Goldeneye -
Welcome to our Goldeneye (1995) watch through! She's a goodie! In this episode Elma and Alana discuss the shape and limit of men's clothes in '95 hint [ ], Judy Dench's phenomenal addition to the franchise as the new (at the time) M, and THE origin of Britney Spears! We get fantastic female...
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Top 3 Villainesses & Henchwomen of James Bond
Who is your favorite James Bond Villainess? This week Elma, Alana, and special guest, Tom Sears from the James Bond Radio podcast, breakdown their favorite Femmes Fatale from the James Bond franchise. What makes these bad girls so good? And what were their best looks?? Tune in to find out! Visit…
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Did Everyone's Jaw Drop, or What?? - Wonder Woman 1984 -
Welcome to our watch through of Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)! This episode is our first non-Bond watch through, and we're sooo excited to share it! [And to find out how you all like it!] This episode is 100% Cool Girl Vibes. Alana reveals a crush (what's new?), Elma's favorite fashion montages will...
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Women in Action and Pop Culture! with Dr Lisa Funnell
In this episode we have a special guest, Dr. Lisa Funnell!! Dr. Lisa is a professor, award winning author, and podcaster who specializes in women in film. She has published a number of books on women in action films, and is a regular contributor on the James Bond & Friends podcast. She's also the...
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James Bond's Beyonce Moment! - Thunderball -
Thunderball! 1965! Sean Connery in tiny shorts! A fantastic film, brimming with gorgeous 1960s costumes. We loved this classic James Bond! In this episode we get gadgets galore, FOOT sucking!, and heaps of gorgeous tropical ocean. Alana and Elma compare the O.G. James Bond character to recent...
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Zaddy On Vacation - The World Is Not Enough -
Happy New Year!!! Welcome to the Willennium! In this episode we go back to 1999 with a watch through of The World Is Not Enough. We're joined by returning guest, lover of house robes, but never a kitten heel; Erica Eaton! Erica is a fashion student, and close friend of Co-hosts Alana Fickes and...
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Girl Balls?? - On Her Majesty's Secret Service -
Merry Christmas, welcome to our watch through of On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969)! We looove this movie, and had a blast this week talking through the endless fashion looks on the allergy babes, and our beloved Tracy Di Vicenzo-Bond. Alana continues her search for a "grandma chic" she…
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BIG Sausage Faked The Moon Landing - Diamonds Are Forever -
In this watch through episode of Diamonds Are Forever (1971), we have a special guest: comedian and internet personality, Steve Zaragoza! We talk 70’s film style; camera/sound edits, fashion trends from kipper ties to mustard suits, and the incredible villainous hench-duos this movie gives us!…
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It Played A Part In (Hollywood) Evolution! - Die Another Day -
Another watch through episode! This week Elma and Alana discuss Die Another Day (2002). And boy is this one interesting! The outfits are what they are, but frankly the cultural significance takes a front seat, it's a feast for thought! Without giving too much away, the sexist undertone in this...
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Virgin Powers! - Live And Let Die -
This week's watch through of Live And Let Die (1973) includes favorite looks, and a flashback to 90s middle school style with help from a special guest! We welcome Erica Eaton to the pod! Erica has been a best friend in fashion and life to Alana and Elma since kids gap was the height of style.…
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No one likes Turtlenecks in Hawaii - Spectre -
Hi loves! Please enjoy this watch through episode on Spectre, 2015! In the new format, Elma and Alana each pick their 5 favorite outfits, and discuss. Followed by Keep or Kill, where each host picks a look to take home, and a look to cut from the film. And we have very, different taste....…
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How Many Mannequins Died Making This?! - A View To A Kill -
In this episode Alana and Elma recap a View to a Kill in all it’s 80s cartoonish glory. Max Zeppelin, Barbie foot, May Day played by Grace Jones, and featuring Roger Moore in his last outing in the franchise. Buckle up, we're falling from Blimps, flaming buildings, snowy mountains, THE EIFFEL...
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No Time To Die Trailer Review
Alana and Elma watched the first trailer for No Time to Die! [Back in January!] Discussing The fashion, the new characters, their hopes and dreams for the newest Bond film. Plus some key things to know if you’re new to the franchise. Visit us on our instagram: instagram.com/dressedtikillpod for...
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001 - Introducing Dressed To Kill!
Welcome to Dressed To Kill! A podcast about Fashion, Action Movies, A$$ Kicking Female Characters, and Representation in film. In this episode you'll meet our co-hosts: Elma Valerio a fashion designer (elmashop.co), and Alana Fickes a show host and filmmaker (youtube.com/alanafickes). We talk...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Fashion, Action Movies, A$$ Kicking Female Characters & Representation. Best friends Elma, and Alana (from the Film and Fashion industries) obsess over every stitch and shot.TLDR: Style and Bond from a Feminist point of view.
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Elma Valerio, Alana Fickes
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Fashion, Action Movies, A$$ Kicking Female Characters & Representation. Best friends Elma, and Alana (from the Film and Fashion industries) obsess over every stitch and shot.TLDR: Style and Bond from a Feminist point of view.
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