Amari Allah
About Amari Allah
Amari Allah is the founder, owner, editor, and head writer of Wherever I Look, a platform known for its in-depth reviews of movies, TV shows, and live performances. With over 13 years of experience in writing reviews and over 10 years of expertise working on the WordPress platform, Amari offers a unique voice in entertainment journalism. His reviews are influenced by years of experience volunteering at major film festivals like Sundance, Tribeca, and Montclair, giving him a firsthand perspective that enriches his critiques.
Amari’s Experience & Expertise
Amari’s long-standing passion for media fuels his role as a film critic and entertainment journalist. He has been actively attending film festivals such as Sundance and Tribeca, allowing him to stay ahead of industry trends and bring exclusive insights to his audience. Through his extensive experience and partnerships with platforms like Prime Video, Netflix, and Apple TV+, Amari’s reviews often include a fresh take on both mainstream media and independent films.
Education and Approach
Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Thomas Edison State University, with a focus on Media and Communications Theory, Amari applies his academic knowledge to create thoughtful, analytical reviews. His unique approach combines both academic theory and real-world film industry insights, ensuring each review provides depth and understanding of the entertainment world.
Why Follow Amari’s Reviews?
Amari’s expertise bridges the gap between casual viewers and professional critics, offering insights that help audiences make informed decisions. From his participation in major film festivals to his years of experience writing reviews, Amari has built a trusted reputation as an authoritative voice in entertainment journalism.
Connect With Amari
Amari is based in New Jersey and is always happy to engage with fellow film lovers and critics. Reach out via email for collaborations or media inquiries, or check out the latest reviews on Wherever I Look.
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Additional Posts by Amari
- The Equalizer: Season 5 Episode 15 “Deception” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
The Equalizer strays away from its usual formula by having perhaps one of the first episodes where every character gets story progression and some sense of character or relationship development. - The Last Of Us: Season 2 Episode 1 “Future Days” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
Joel and Ellie return, and after a five-year time jump, their relationship has become estranged, and it seems terrible things are on the horizon. - Lazarus: Season 1 Episode 2 “Life In The Fast Lane” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
As we’re given background about Dr. Skinner, it is made clear finding him won’t be an easy task. - Warfare (2025) Review & Summary
Warfare brings what Alex Garland learned about the brutality of sound in Civil War, but lacks the characters and story to make this film comparably noteworthy. - Yellowjackets: Season 3 Episode 10 “Full Circle” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
The mystery of who is Pit Girl is resolved, who is the Antler Queen, and who killed Lottie. - G20 (2025) Review & Summary
With already being an EGOT, it seems Viola Davis’ next goal is to become one of the biggest names in the action genre. - The Accused (2025) Review & Summary
“The Accused” may contain interesting ideas, but it lacks the characters and story to execute them. - Drop (2025) Review & Summary
“Drop” wastes a perfectly good romance for a so-so thriller that has a decent mystery element and backends all the action seen in the trailer. - Dying For Sex: Season 1 Episode 3 “Feelings Can Become Amplified” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
As Molly hits another wall in her sex journey, her body gives her another reminder that she has a time limit to complete her goal of having an orgasm with another person. - Summer Pockets: Season 1 Episode 1 “Welcome to Torishirojima Island” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
In what for many may not be a notable season premiere, for those who enjoy slice of life dramas with a dash of eccentricity, “Summer Pockets” has you covered. - Dying For Sex: Season 1 Episode 2 – Recap/ Review
As Molly starts to explore what’s out there, beyond her marriage, she finds herself enamored by all the sexual possibilities. - Lazarus: Cast and Character Guide
This is a show and character guide for Adult Swim’s “Lazarus” with character descriptions, storylines, information on groups and locations, and more. - Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho Season 1 Episode 2 “The Demon’s Daughter” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
Despite the last episode ending in 1970, we return to the 1800s as “Sword Of The Demon Hunter” establishes that it is going to jump around Jinya’s life. - Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho – Cast and Character Guide
This is a show and character guide for HiDive’s “Sword Of The Demon Hunter,” featuring character descriptions, storylines, information on groups and locations, and more. - The White Lotus: Season 3 Episode 8 “Amore Fati” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
As usual, Mike White avoids comeuppance, and the deaths fans may want, and goes for something devastating instead. - Lazarus: Season 1 Episode 1 “Goodbye Cruel World” – Recap & Review (With Spoilers)
“Lazarus” has undeniable style and the formula that could get people initially hooked, but does it have legs? - The Amateur (2025) Review/ Summary
“The Amateur” may not feel as long as it is, but it is certainly forgettable, despite the names involved. - Dying For Sex Recap: Season 1 Episode 1 Review
While cancer may not be the topic most may run to for a new show to watch, “Dying For Sex” presents itself as an exception and exceptional. - Yellowjackets Recap: Season 3 Episode 9 Review | What If No One Is Meant For A Happy Ending?
In the penultimate episode of the season, multiple people die and are treated like speed bumps. - Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho Season 1 Episode 1 – Recap/ Review
In a hour long, foundation setting episode, “Sword of the Demon Hunter” teases something good, but a time jump ending threatens to unravel everything. - The Equalizer: Season 5 Episode 14 – Recap/ Review
As Delilah continues to struggle with not getting into her safety school, a serial killer rattles Robyn and coerces her to bring up her past. - The White Lotus: Season 3 Episode 7 – Recap/ Review
“The White Lotus” continues to be a bit of a disappointment, even as it presents some minor reveals to hold you over before the season finale. - Love, Brooklyn – Video Review
A video review for the 2025 movie “Love, Brooklyn” starring André Holland, Nicole Beharie and DeWanda Wise . - My Love Will Make You Disappear (2025) Review
With a interesting gimmick, simple romance, and a touch of risque moments, while “My Love Will Make You Disappear” won’t be a classic, it is a good romantic comedy to hold you over till one shows up. - Borderline (2025) Review
A mix between taking advantage of how much Ray Nicholson looks like his father and the name recognition of Samara Weaving only to make Alba Baptista the most interesting part of “Borderline.” - Yellowjackets: Season 3 Episode 8 – Recap/ Review
Who Hillary Swank is playing gets revealed, as the Yellowjackets of the past dream of what they’ll do first when they get home. - The Woman In The Yard (2025) Review
“The Woman In The Yard” is a reminder of how our thoughts and feelings, the lies we tell ourselves, often play the villains in our story. - Death of a Unicorn (2025) Review
While Jenna Ortega makes the best out of what is offered, a lot of “Death Of A Unicorn” is hit or miss. - Bob Trevino Likes It (2025) Review
Barbie Ferreira moves on from her Euphoria fame to a role which has the potential to make her a indie darling. - The Equalizer: Season 5 Episode 13 – Recap/ Review
As Marcus Dante shows his luck has no bounds, Robyn and Mel handle a soldier who went AWOL due to unsafe conditions. - The White Lotus: Season 3 Episode 6 – Recap/ Review
The aftermath of the full moon party is explored, like who got some last night. - Poppa’s House: Season 1 Episode 14 – Recap/ Review | Marlon Wayans Guest Stars
Does Marlon Wayans give “Poppa’s House” the boost it needs, or continues the vibe that guest star appearances aren’t noteworthy? - Happy Face: Season 1 Episode 2 – Recap/ Review
Despite decades of keeping her father a secret, everything unravels for Melissa as she finds her hand forced. - Happy Face: Season 1 Episode 1 – Recap/ Review
With one phone call, a woman who has worked hard to re-establish herself as an individual finds herself dragged into being a serial killer’s daughter. - Yellowjackets: Season 3 Episode 7 – Recap/ Review
Among confirming two who don’t make it out of the wilderness, what’s on the tape is properly revealed, who the people were in the last episode, and perhaps Shauna’s stalker. - Locked (2025) Review
“Locked” gives you an idea of what the 1% wishes they could do in reaction to those who, at best, inconvenience them or, at worst, make them feel unsafe. - The Equalizer: Season 5 Episode 12 – Recap/ Review
As Robyn and Marcus are questioned about their next steps, Delilah is asked to forgive, and Mel meets someone similar to her who is struggling with their father. - Headhunted to Another World From Salaryman to Big Four: Season 1 Episode 12 – Recap/ Review
As season one comes to an end, the Demon King presents an ultimatum to Uchimura which forces him to look into himself and confront his insecurities. - Ash (2025) Review
While there is a certain beauty to “Ash” it maybe questionable if it has the substance you’d want or expect.
