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PODCAST

Haute Set

Melinda Hare & Ariel Allen

Hang out with us while we chat about costume design in movies. We are both professional costume designers and makers from the theatre world who enjoy costumes in all media and love to talk, dissect, and appreciate all the fine work out there

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

86:02

Lord of the Rings- We end at the beginning

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2026/01/13

It's our fantasy season finale extravaganza! So much movie, perhaps too much or not enough based on where you stand. We're talking about the trilogy as a whole. And as per usual we are criss-crossing back and forth through it like Sam and Frodo. These movies were a turning point for behind the scenes content that made all our nerdy hearts sing.Are you ready to join the fellowship? Get your

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67:31

Pan's Labyrinth- Millennials Know

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2026/01/06

The pale man traumatized a generation of moviegoers. Were you one of them? This movie is brimming with incredible creature and monster designs paired with perfectly real characters that are in the most lovely lived-in clothes. Plus the most messages about Catholicism and whether the fairytale ending is real or not. Check it out and let us know what you think really happened at the end!https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0457430/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_3_nm_5_in_0_q_pans%2520Music: Cassette Deck by

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72:21

Willow- Medieval Villains Always Wear Black

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2025/12/23

Wow, another real 1980's fantasy movie! This made us ask the question- how many fantasy movies from the 20th century are --heavily-- influenced by Lord of the Rings??This movie also sparked a discussion about how common it is for costume design education programs to only teach you how to design for certain bodies. Something we would like to change!https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096446/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_2_nm_5_in_0_q_willowMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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79:39

Wicked For Good- There's a Lot, But Also a Lot Less

Haute Set ·

2025/12/16

We have been changed For Good by witnessing the gorgeous costumes in Wicked For Good!!We recorded this on opening weekend and bring you our fresh reactions to the movie. It’s been amazing to see all of the posts and pictures from production folks showing their work in making these costumes. It’s only cemented our appreciation for the artistry on display. Join us as we return to Oz for the completion of this

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64:26

Labyrinth- Puppet Costume Fittings

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2025/12/09

Dance, magic dance! Jump, magic jump! That's right, it's time for Labyrinth. Do you have what it takes to solve it? Are you as emotionally fraught as a 14-year-old to end up there in the first place?We're talking all things glitter and tight pants. But the real fascination is the people that made the costumes for all the puppets in this movie. True mastery and we love them for it.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091369/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_labyrinthDocumentary:

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69:31

Alice in Wonderland (1999)- She's Not Wearing Blue

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2025/12/02

No fantasy season would be complete without Alice! And there are so many versions of Alice to choose from! We decided to go with this fascinating TV Movie from 1999 that has many, many familiar faces. Including the face of Whoopi Goldberg pasted onto the Cheshire Cat. Please follow us down the rabbit hole for this one where we question how you could possibly get more British than this story.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0164993/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_8_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_alice%2520in%2520wonderlandMusic:

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62:01

The Green Knight- He's Kind of a Tree

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2025/11/25

Wow this film is gorgeous from beginning to end. A testament to the idea of pared down graphic design done by true artists. Please check the movie out if you are intrigued. And then give this a listen! Or just listen anyway! Live your lifehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt9243804/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_the%2520green%2520knighthttps://www.vogue.com/article/the-green-knight-malgosia-turzanska-interviewhttps://turzanska.com/the-green-knightMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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84:58

The Silver Chair- Time is Different in Narnia

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2025/11/18

Alright, who remembers the British Narnia miniseries from the late 80's/early 90's?! Because we sure do. And they are so delightfully weird! Today we're delving into the Silver Chair which was quite memorable for both Melinda's and Ariel's childhood. Ditch your school uniform, head over to that castle, and follow that Marshwiggle!!https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098912/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_6_nm_2_in_0_q_silver%2520chairMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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68:49

Dungeons and Dragons- A You and Me Conversation

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2025/11/11

We're chatting about the 2023 Dungeons and Dragons and totally not getting sidetracked a bunch of times to talk about other things. We would never Enjoy!https://www.motionpictures.org/2023/04/how-dungeons-dragons-honor-among-thieves-costume-designer-amanda-monk-casts-a-sartorial-spell/http://imdb.com/title/tt2906216/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_dungeoMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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60:49

Neverland- Jimmy....is James

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2025/11/04

This time we're delving into the 2011 British miniseries Neverland. A sort of prequel to Peter Pan. It has some familiar faces, some unfamiliar faces, and some faces Melinda failed to recognize for a very long time.Grab your mystical multi-dimensional transporting crystal orbs and let's go!https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1720619/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_5_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_neverlandMMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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72:18

The Princess Bride- Warm Soup on a Cold Day

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2025/10/28

For us, this movie is simply everything. It's fundamental to our development as human beings. This is not an episode for critique, this is an episode for love.As you wish...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093779/?ref_=fn_all_ttl_1Book recommendations: "As You Wish" by Cary Elwes & "Phyllis Dalton a Career in Costume" by Alexander BallingerMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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68:23

Highlander- Quite Stronge

Haute Set ·

2025/10/21

There can only be one...episode about this movie. This movie was wiggy and wild, but one thing you can't deny, it's interesting to look at. Even when it doesn't make sense, it's something to see. We had a lot of questions about this one.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091203/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_highlandMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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57:31

Legend- More Glitter!!

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2025/10/14

We are so dedicated to our craft that we went to see this one on the Big Screen and wow, it was a visual treat. This 80's cult classic has everything you could want in a film, assuming what you want is glitter.Let's all go to the foresthttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089469/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_7_tt_7_nm_0_in_0_q_legendMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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59:20

The Fountain

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2025/10/06

One man's quest to solve the problem of death so his wife can live forever. Despite what she actually wants.This movie is full of poetic imagery and asks a lot of big questions and doesn't provide all the answers. And no, it's not sci-fi just because there's a laboratory and a dude floating through space. So let's just get that straight.Join us!https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0414993/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_the%2520fountain

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66:36

Excalibur- Disco Medieval

Haute Set ·

2025/09/30

Greetings and welcome to our new season all about FANTASY! We are kicking it off with a film that shows us a world where men are building a new kind of world, and women...are also present.This movie has all the gorgeous plate armor you could ever want to see and stunning costumes that don't seem to realize they are blending a late 70's aesthetic into a medieval world.Join us! At this Round Table!!**please note that there is some discussion of sexual assault in this episode because it's in the

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58:08

Super Mario Bros- LIVE FROM PAX EAST

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2025/09/24

Our first live podcast episode! Recorded in May at PAX East in Boston. Thanks so much to everyone that came out to hear us talk a lot of nonsense about this movie! There's also video of our panel that you can find on youtube. We reference pictures of the characters a lot so if you want the full scope, check out the video.Youtube: https://youtu.be/TGQ7rbGlmj8Thanks friends! Stay tuned for Season 4 coming very shortly

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56:58

Lisa Frankenstein

Haute Set ·

2025/08/26

The time has come. Like all things, eventually Franken-summer had to end. And so we leave you with this film- a classic coming-of-age tale about a simple girl. She's just figuring out who she is while on a bit of a murder spree to revitalize the corpse of a victorian dude that gets accidentally resurrected. We've all been there!!!It has to be seen to be believed, so we recommend you see it.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21188080/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_6_nm_2_in_0_q_lisa%2520franke

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69:48

The Bride- That Mullet is Accurate

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2025/08/12

Welcome to 1985- the hair is big and the celebs are bigger! We've got Sting and Jennifer Beals starring in this movie that *thinks* it's a feminist retelling of the Bride of Frankenstein. Join us as we examine those merits and spend more time talking about hair and skin than clothes to be quite honest.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088851/?ref_=fn_all_ttl_2

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65:02

Young Frankenstein- He's Tap Dancing!

Haute Set ·

2025/07/29

Next up is this classic entry into the Frankenstein BODY of work. This film is a must for all Franken-o-philes. There's really not much to add, just hit play.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072431/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_4_nm_4_in_0_q_young%2520franMusic: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

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66:57

Frankenstein (1931)- The Face That Launched a...

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2025/07/15

Suns out, undead monsters out! We are spending the summer with our pals Dr. Frankenstein and his monster. First up, the OG Baddie that started it all in Hollywood.Join us! And don't forget the sunscreen, you're looking a bit green darling.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0021884/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_frankenstein

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