Up First from NPR The Horror of Codependency
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Aug 17, 2025 
Join actress Alison Brie, known for her roles in Mad Men and GLOW, as she dives into the intriguing dynamics of long-term relationships in her new horror film, Together. She explores the theme of codependency, revealing how love can sometimes bind individuals in unexpected and frightening ways. Talk turns personal as she reflects on the challenges of merging identities while preserving individuality and shares humorous insights from her creative collaboration with husband Dave Franco. This engaging discussion blends romance, horror, and the complexities of commitment.
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Couple Literally Glued Together
- Alison Brie and Dave Franco describe their characters Millie and Tim as a long-term couple on the verge of breaking up.
- The film literalizes their codependency by having the couple wake up physically attached at the legs and escalate from there.
Codependency Can Feel Romantic Or Terrifying
- Alison Brie frames the film as an exploration of fears around monogamy and losing oneself in a relationship.
- She notes codependency can feel romantic or terrifying depending on whether identity dissolves or partners meaningfully share life.
Real-Life Couple Reflects On Collaboration
- Dave Franco and Alison Brie reflect on being a couple for 13½ years and collaborating five times.
- Franco jokes they're 'very codependent, healthy in a healthy way,' and audiences take different lessons from the film.