Her Head in Films

Her Head in Films

Her Head in Films is a podcast that makes movies personal. It blends heartfelt reflections on art house and world cinema with stories from my own life. This is a space for exploring the emotional and subjective power of film, perfect for listeners who appreciate a deeply personal take on cinema and life.

THE PODCAST

Latest Episodes

Life Update: My Mom's Cancer Diagnosis
May 18, 2025
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00:38:1535.03 MB

Life Update: My Mom's Cancer Diagnosis

This isn’t a film episode. It’s a personal update. My mom has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, and I’m using this space to speak honestly about what that means for me, and what I’m carrying right ...

Frédéric Back's 'The Man Who Planted Trees' (1987)
September 20, 2024
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01:07:3261.83 MB

Frédéric Back's 'The Man Who Planted Trees' (1987)

In this episode, I talk about Frédéric Back's 1987 Academy Award-winning animated short film, "The Man Who Planted Trees." Adapted from a book by Jean Giono, it tells the story of a French shepherd wh...

Delbert Mann's 'Marty' (1955)
August 17, 2024
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01:11:0265.04 MB

Delbert Mann's 'Marty' (1955)

In this episode, I talk about Delbert Mann's precious 1955 film, "Marty." It tells the story of Marty, a 34-year-old butcher who has struggled all his life to find love. One night, he meets Clara, a w...

Curious About Me?

I'm Caitlin, and I'm the host of Her Head in Films. I am a passionate cinephile who has been delving into the personal and emotional power of cinema through my podcast since 2016. My mission is to connect with others and share a heartfelt and soulful perspective on films. In the process, I hope to inspire listeners to contemplate the impact of cinema on their own lives.

For me, films are a window into the human experience—a way to explore emotions, ideas, and stories that resonate deeply. Through my podcast, I celebrate the ways cinema can inspire, heal, and connect us. My podcast is about more than just films; it's about life, finding meaning, and being saved by the transformative power of storytelling.

This isn't just a film podcast - it's an intimate journey into how movies make us feel. While other reviewers might focus on technical analysis or plot summaries, I create a space for raw, honest conversations about how cinema mirrors our inner lives. My approach is uniquely personal.

Each episode weaves together thoughtful analysis with vulnerable reflection, probing those moments when a film captures something we've felt but struggled to express. Through sharing my own journey and emotional truths, I connect with listeners who understand that sometimes a movie can articulate what we ourselves cannot put into words.

This podcast is for anyone who has ever felt moved by a film and sensed there was something deeper beneath that feeling. In each episode, I attempt to put that feeling into words. I share my heart, my soul, and all of myself with the hope that someone else feels less alone in this vast world.

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I am so grateful for every person who has listened to my podcast over the years. My listeners appreciate the intimate way I weave my own life experiences into my discussion of cinema. 
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I am hooked on this wonderful podcast

Words cannot capture the uniquely honest, thoughtful and intimate tone of this podcast - you really have to listen to it yourself. The focus is not so much on entertaining or amusing the listener, but more on communicating a personal experience of watching a film, and the thoughts, feelings and memories this triggers. ...

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I am hooked on this wonderful podcast

Words cannot capture the uniquely soothing, thoughtful and intimate tone of this podcast - you really have to listen to it yourself. The focus is not so much on entertaining or amusing the listener, but more on communicating a personal experience of watching a film, and the thoughts, feelings and memories this triggers...

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