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
- Hoppers (2026) – Review and Summary
Pixar’s take on a Studio Ghibli-type story, for the most part, goes well – even if it may lack character details and preach undue forgiveness. - Scream 7 (2026) – Review and Summary
While Scream 7 seems to want to move forward, it seems torn between Sidney Prescott’s legacy and the passing of the torch that Scream 5 was supposed to be. - Sundance 2026 Shorts: Summaries and Reviews
In 2026, Sundance hosted 54 short films and while we didn’t cover them all, but here are the ones which caught our eye. - 56 Days: Season 1 – Quick Recaps and Reviews
Episode by episode coverage of Prime Video’s newest twisty romantic drama “56 Days” starring Avan Jogia and Dove Cameron. - Industry: Season 4 Episode 7 – Recap and Review
As Tender’s foundation begins to sway and crack, many seek emergency exits. However, is it only Tender, but also Industry itself, some may need to worry about? - Psycho Killer (2026) – Review and Summary
Georgina Campbell further cements herself as a scream queen, but makes the distinction with Psycho Killer that she isn’t the runaway type, but the one who will seek the final blow. - This Will Never Work (2026) – Review and Summary
This Will Never Work is a top-tier family dramedy that knows how to keep the energy going without devolving into just being messy. - Tell Me Lies: Season 3 Episode 8 – Recap and Review [Series Finale]
Season 3 comes to an end in a way that not only wraps up the two time periods, but acts as an ideal series finale. - How To Make A Killing (2026) – Review and Summary
How To Make A Killing breezes past some of the necessary logic to keep things light, sometimes to its own detriment. - Industry: Season 4 Episode 6 – Recap and Review
As Harper acts as a harpoon to Tender, it is revealed that she may not be prepared for what she has brought onto herself. - Cold Storage (2026) – Review and Summary
Cold Storage probably has some of the best lead chemistry you’ve seen in a film that wasn’t marketed as a romance. - Chinese Republicans (2026) – Summary and Review
Four Woman, Four Lives, One Shared Background, And Many Uneasy Alliances. - State of Fear (2026) – Review and Summary
State of Fear may not require you to watch Brotherhood to enjoy it, but it can feel like a small part of a much bigger story at times. - Tell Me Lies: Season 3 Episode 7 – Recap and Review
Evan furthers his journey to the dark side as Bree and Wrigley try to figure out what’s next for them. Also, Lucy tries to appeal to Stephen’s ego. - Worried: Season 1 Episode 1 – Recap and Review
Worried reminds you of when Comedy Central had scripted programming and makes you dearly wish they would bring that back. - Freelance: Season 1 Episode 0 – Recap and Review (Sundance 2026)
Everybody’s story starts somewhere and for Lance and his boys, it’s going to start in Ohio before eventually hitting Los Angeles. - Industry: Season 4 Episode 5 – Recap and Review
As Industry focuses on the staff of SternTao, personal issues spill over in the pursuit of taking Tender down for profit. - Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (2026) – Review and Summary
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die may have an old man yelling into the ethos vibe sometimes, but it’s bizarre enough to be entertaining. - Whistle (2026) – Review and Summary
Whistle takes full use of the likability of its leads to compensate for other areas. - Fallout: Season 2 Episode 8 – Recap and Review
The second season of Fallout ends less focused on ending this season on a high note and more on building your anticipation for season 3. - Tell Me Lies: Season 3 Episode 6 – Recap and Review
A rift grows on Tell Me Lies, and while it is between characters, it isn’t in the way the show is usually talked about. - Industry: Season 4 Episode 4 – Recap and Review
Rishi gets notably focused as it seems he has found a new level of rock bottom. Mesnwhile, Yasmin potentially overextends herself and Harper? Well, she is in her favorite position: Underdog. - Roll Over And Die: Season 1 Episode 4 – Recap and Review
Stuck at the bottom of a pit, discovering others who became trapped there, will Flum and Sara make it out alive or learn why Flum’s name was on that monster? - Zi (2026) – Review and Summary (Sundance)
Like most Kogonada movies, Zi is for select audiences, and while visually sometimes like a fever dream, the characters and dialogue can be as blurry as the title character’s future. - Josephine (2026) – Review and Summary (Sundance)
Josephine is a heavy film in which its child lead actress, Mason Reeves, surprisingly carries the load well. - If I Go Will They Miss Me (2026) – Review and Summary (Sundance)
If I Go Will They Miss Me is a layered question as a young man is tasked with not only being physically present, but really there for his wife and kids. - Carousel (2026) – Review and Summary (Sundance)
Like a carousel, the movie Carousel is fun at first, but eventually will have you develop a headache. - Chasing Summer (2026) – Review and Summary (Sundance)
Iliza Shlesinger takes on her first leading role in a more serious film, but does she do as most comics and show she has the knack for a bit of drama, or falls face-first? - Big Girls Don’t Cry (2026) – Review and Summary (Sundance)
Every teenager cries for freedom, but do you also hear the silent screech for belonging as well? - Send Help (2026) – Review and Summary
McAdams and O’Brien deliver what surely will be one of the most notable revenge movies in recent years with Send Help. - Return To Silent Hill (2026) – Review and Summary
Return To Silent Hill feels like a fan-made film that wanted the name recognition in order to produce a different kind of movie. - Run Amok (2026) – Review and Summary [Sundance]
How does a school evolve, or devolve, ten years after a school shooting? Never mind, what is the most appropriate way to ask the daughter of a victim to process it all? - Bedford Park (2026) – Review and Summary [Sundance]
What if there was only a 5% chance you’d find the perfect person for you, and you met at the least perfect time of your lives? - Fallout: Season 2 Episode 7 – Recap and Review
Have you been wondering about Steph’s backstory, what this season is leading to? Well, the penultimate episode of the season delivers far more than what we’ve seen for 6 episodes. - Tell Me Lies: Season 3 Episode 5 – Recap and Review
As certain characters continue to evolve, be fleshed out, and show long-term potential, there comes the question of what to do with those who haven’t evolved beyond being hot or a catalyst for drama? - Industry: Season 4 Episode 3 – Recap and Review
Can Eric and Harper really make it work between them, and as much as Yasmin is an asset, can she also be Henry’s downfall? - Roll Over and Die: Season 1 Episode 3 – Recap and Review
While Flum has a weird knack for making enemies, a child nun tries to help balance the scales. - With Arms Raised (2026) – Review and Summary
Have you ever thought to yourself while in a ride-sharing vehicle, a taxi, or public transit, who exactly are you in this vehicle with? - Fallout: Season 2 Episode 6 – Recap and Review
Fallout continues to sluggishly build up to something you hope and pray will compensate for what feels increasingly like a sophomore slump.
