Jennifer Aniston, Paul Rudd, and a stacked supporting cast take center stage in this week's episode of No More Late Fees as Jackie and Danielle revisit The Object of My Affection. What starts as a quirky romantic dramedy quickly turns into a lively discussion about friendship, relationships, co-parenting, dating expectations, and how differently this movie plays in 2026 than it did in 1998.
Join us as we unpack:
• Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd's on-screen chemistry
• The film's unusual relationship dynamics and emotional conflicts
• The movie's box office performance and critical reception
• Behind-the-scenes trivia and casting what-ifs
• Why certain storylines hit differently through a modern lens
• The standout supporting performances from Allison Janney, Alan Alda, Steve Zahn, Tim Daly, and Nigel Hawthorne
• Our Y2K ratings versus our present-day ratings
Along the way, we discuss late-'90s romantic dramedies, memorable New York filming locations, friendship versus romance, and whether this movie's central premise still works for modern audiences.
Did you watch The Object of My Affection back in the day? Were you rooting for Nina and George, or did this movie leave you with more questions than answers? Let us know in the comments.
If you enjoy nostalgic movie reviews, pop culture deep dives, and revisiting the best and most memorable films from the late '90s and early 2000s, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.
Episode Metadata:
Podcast: No More Late Fees
Season: 6
Episode: 7
Film: The Object of My Affection (1998)
Hosts: Jackie and Danielle
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