Origin (2024) – Movie Review
In many ways, “Origins” feels like a one-hour documentary turned 2+ hour drama despite having strong enough thoughts and messages that didn’t need a dramatization.
Author: Amari Allah
Amari is the founder and head writer of Wherever-I-Look.com and has been writing reviews since 2010, with a focus on dramas and comedies.
The Beekeeper (2024) – Movie Review
With “The Beekeeper,” Jason Statham continues to be the reigning king of action movies and is likely to deliver the first hit of 2024.
One Night Stay (2024) – Movie Review
“One Night Stay” is a thriller that doesn’t know how to end, so it delivers something quick and shoddy.
Ready To Love: Make A Move: Season 1/ Episode 13 “The Final Word” – Episode Recap & Review
In part 2 of the reunion, fully expect the kind of mess the mainline series has, especially when it comes to the men.
Good Grief (2024) – Movie Review
In “Good Grief,” the universality of loneliness is explored, whether single due to death, a break-up, rejection, or just never getting to be “The One.”
Night Swim (2024) – Movie Review
“Night Swim” may scratch that itch for horror fans who need a jump scare, but it certainly won’t start off the year on a high note for Blumhouse like “M3GAN” did.
The Book of Clarence (2024) – Movie Review
While “The Book of Clarence” may seem potentially controversial because it contains Jesus of Nazareth, outside of some of the conversations it could start, it is tame to the point of being boring.
Notable TV Series/Seasons Released in 2023
With over 400 episodes of limited series, anime, and multiple-season shows, these are the notable shows we feel are worth checking out (assuming you haven’t already).
Notable Movies Released in 2023: Part 1 (January Through June)
In 2023, we saw over 230 movies and shorts, and of those, we’ve come up with around 40, split into two parts, you should check out.
Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer (2023) – Review
Dave Chappelle continues to pursue being that mischievous kid who feels validated to double down on a joke as long as he can get a laugh. But, when the jokes subside, you realize the controversy is an act, and there is depth beyond the superficial.
The Abandoned (2023) – Movie Review
As migrant workers increasingly disappear, a cop still mourning their partner finds the case to be just the distraction she needs.
The Pod Generation (2023) – Movie Review
“The Pod Generation” explores what childbearing and rearing might be like in a future where women don’t have to get pregnant.
Bad Lands (2023) – Movie Review
While it has a bit of a slow start, once “Bad Lands” gets into the personal drama of its lead with others, it picks up quickly.
Ready To Love: Make A Move: Season 1/ Episode 12 “Making Moves” – Episode Recap/ Review
As the ladies make their final decisions, it’s quickly followed by the reunion show, which begins with each addressing the beef some had with one another.
Rebel Moon – Child of Fire (Part One) – Movie Review
“Rebel Moon —Part One: Child of Fire,” I’d love to say, was all visuals and no substance, but the visuals don’t necessarily leave you awestruck either.
Upon Entry (2023) – Movie Review
In this relatively short drama, two people, trying to immigrate to the United States, find themselves getting interrogated at Newark Airport.
The Color Purple (2023) – Movie Review
Between the music and performances, the 2023 version of “The Color Purple” does enough to stand out, but it sometimes falters if you compare it to the 1985 movie.
Zom 100: Bucket List Of The Dead Season 1/ Episode 12 “Hometown of the Dead III” [Season Finale] – Episode Recap/ Review
And so the first season comes to a close, with the promise of so much if this ever gets a second season.
Zom 100: Bucket List Of The Dead: Season 1/ Episode 11 “Hometown Of The Dead II” – Episode Recap/ Review
As Higurashi’s people are mowed down and their backgrounds revealed, Higurashi is driven to desperate measures.
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead: Season 1/ Episode 10 “Hometown Of The Dead I” – Episode Recap/ Review
As Higurashi executes his plan for chaos, Akemi is just starting to break new ground with his father.
Silver And The Book Of Dreams (2023) – Movie Review
In this dream-jumping fantasy, a young woman, reeling from her father’s death, gets involved with boys who take part in something supernatural and potentially deadly.
Christmas Revisited (2023) – Movie Review
With the recent death of the friend who bound them, the five who remain try to see if they can move forward together rather than continue to drift apart.
Whatever It Takes (2023 – BET Plus) – Movie Review
In what may feel like a stuffed holiday movie, three women face romantic or platonic love, with reactions that remind you how challenging serious relationships can be.
Ready To Love: Make A Move: Season 1/ Episode 11 “Beginning Of The End” – Episode Recap/ Review
As the ladies go on their final dates with the men, so comes the question if they are willing to look be in a long-distance relationship with someone who, for most, has communication issues.
Forever Us (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
In Christopher B. Stokes and Marques Houston’s latest, there is the question of whether a comeuppance will come for a man who stepped out on his marriage for feeling neglected.
Anyone But You (2023) – Movie Review
In “Anyone But You” two people find themselves in a push and pull situation as they fake a relationship they realize might be just what they needed.
The Invisible Guest (2023) – Movie Review
A murder accusation leads a woman to try to work with a corrupt cop for her freedom or suffer jail time.
The Taste of Things (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
In a film heavily focused on the art of food, sometimes it makes the characters and story secondary.
Ready To Love: Make A Move: Season 1/ Episode 10 “Mama Knows Best” – Episode Recap/ Review
It’s the beginning of the end for the latest “Ready To Love” spin-off, and as when the season began, there is a need to question if the long-distance relationships being set up are over.
Boop! The Musical – Review
While many classic Betty Boop characters are missing in this musical, between the background animation, Angelica Hale, the comedic moments, and nostalgia, you’ll enjoy “Boop! The Musical.”
Black Cake: Season 1 – Review
While “Black Cake” does have its lulls, when focused on the lead character’s children, outside of those two, you have one of the best Hulu releases, if not shows, of the year.
Christmas Rescue (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
If you ever wondered how far can Christmas movies go to make it seem like love can push past damn near anything, come and read about “Christmas Rescue.”
Poor Things (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“Poor Things” is a bizarre dark comedy featuring a coming-of-age story and the sexual awakening of a woman given a second chance at life.
The Iron Claw (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“The Iron Claw” may not go far enough to push any specific actor into an accolade conversation, but there is no denying this movie can drive you to tears.
Wonka (2023) – Movie Review with Summary
Timothee Chalamet, in channeling the light, curiosity, and silliness of Willy Wonka, brings the more lovable side out of the iconic character.
Black Cake: Season 1/ Episode 8 “Nine Night” – Episode Recap/ Review
In the season finale, since there is stuff left over for a second season, Eleanor story ends and so many others begin.
Black Cake: Season 1/ Episode 7 “Birth Mother” – Episode Recap/ Review
Mia Isaac returns as the year between Covey leaving Scotland and reuniting with Gilbert is filled, and answers what led Mabel to be snatched away.
Black Cake: Season 1/ Episode 6 “Ma” – Episode Recap/ Review
As Byron breaks free of his parents pushing him to play and live life safe, Mabel finds herself being challenged to deal with all her parents hid from her.
Black Cake: Season 1/ Episode 5 “Mother” – Episode Recap/ Review
We’re introduced to Eleanor’s secret child in this episode and get to see more of Byron’s relationship with Lynette.
