Koi to Uso (Love & Lies): Season 1/ Episode 1 “First Love” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
So, Koi to Uso may very likely be one of my favorite shows of the summer. Live action shows included.
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Youkai Apartment no Yuuga na Nichijou: Season 1/ Episode 1 “First Haunting: Yushi and Kotobuki-so” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
You know, sometimes, to be fair, I just say a show isn’t for me. However, there is such a temptation to mark this negative just because it seems so uninspired.
Check It – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
There is this unfortunate need to compare films of marginalized people. Not to say one is better than the other, all the time, but because many are so used to just having that one shining star it is hard not to compare. With Kiki, I compared that to Paris is Burning and I feel the…
This Month on Wherever I Look – July 2017
Looking Back At June Numbers wise we are still living in a very post Thirteen Reasons Why boom era. However, new things are moving their way up the top 10 lists. For a moment there was this vibe, as I posted my collection of .gifs to maybe make that a thing again. It is still being…
Surpassing Certainty (What My Twenties Taught Me): Introduction to Chapter 2 – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
In Janet Mock’s first book, Redefining Realness, there is a bit of a time jump from chapter 17, when she gets her reassignment surgery, to 2009. In that time period, we miss out on so much. Primarily the years of which Janet’s physical body matched who she mentally and emotionally is. The second round of…
Rita: Season 1/ Episode 1 “The Idealist” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Shows like this are why I’m a proud Netflix subscriber. For while Rita may not be an original property, Netflix uses its platform to expose you to some of the best non-English programming the world has to offer.
Knight’s & Magic: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Robots and Fantasy” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Though Knight’s & Magic has a pretty basic and uninspiring title, it is far from your basic anime. To me, it could be one of the productions which people argue is the top ten of the season.
Alice to Zouroku: Season 1 – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Alice to Zouroku starts off strong, but then it becomes a slice of life kind of show. One which just so happens to feature some low-key sci-fi elements.
Katsugeki! Touken Ranbu: Season 1/ Episode 1 “To The Frontlines” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Samurais who are at war with demons who want to change history. Anyone else surprised this premise didn’t come from the SyFy network? Home of Sharknado.
Gypsy: Season 1/ Episode 1 “The Rabbit Hole” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
I had intended to watch every episode of Gypsy. After all, out of all the jobs which get considered “Professional,” the occupation of therapy is seen the least. With that said, I have not struggled so much to finish a pilot in quite some time.
Andi Mack: Season 1 – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
What Girl Meets World started for the Disney Channel, Andi Mack picks up the baton. In its first season, it leads Disney away from the overtly silly characters and makes things more real. Topics which perhaps may have been taboo or for one-off episodes like discovering one’s homosexuality or unwed, possibly teenaged, pregnancy are made…
Collected Quotes For The Month: June 2017
Best Of One’s happiness is one’s own to define and decide.Looking down on someone’s decision or making it for them is nothing but heavy-handed. “Chtholly.” SukaSuka Remaining silent when one must speak is the slow death of freedom. “What Do I Care For Morning.” Queen Sugar My mother always said when someone invites you to…
Free Rein: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Raven” [Series Premiere] – Introduction/ Review (with Spoilers)
Free Rein certainly won’t get Netflix new subscribers, but it may keep the kids, nieces/nephews, and little cousins of subscribers entertained. All the while, without the worry they may see something which requires an “adult” conversation.
Shingeki no Bahamut (Rage of Bahamut) – Virgin Soul: Season 1/ Episode 13 “A Farewell To Arms” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As strong of a showing as the Gods had, they are no match for Charioce’s secret weapon. One which reconnects him with Nina and puts, at the very least, a pause to the war.
Queen Sugar: Season 2/ Episode 3 “What Do I Care For Morning” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“What Do I Care For Morning” is an episode of growth and recognizing the needs of another person. Be it Charley recognizing the needs of Davis or Ralph Angel to be a role model in their son’s lives. Perhaps recognizing the greatness and intellect in another person as Nova does. If not something as simple…
The Beguiled – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Some time ago I said that the only reason I would head off to NY for a movie is if I was absolutely sure it would be worth the trip. Needless to say, I didn’t think The Beguiled will be worth it. Especially since, in a rare indie showing, it became local to me the…
The Carmichael Show: Season 3/ Episode 6 “Shoot-Up-Able” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It’s the infamous mass shooting episode and, honestly, it kind of disappoints.
Okja – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Okja, at its heart, is more so about the food industry and animal rights than about a child and her dear pet.
SukaSuka (World’s End): Season 1/ Episode 12 “Chtholly” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As has been seen since the beginning, SukaSuka tries to make up for its low points with violent high points. But this time, it actually nails having an emotional series of moments so that we get a complete and cohesive episode.
Baby Driver – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
I don’t know about you, but that Rolling Stone quote “Baby Driver is beyond F***ing awesome” was not what made me wanna see this. If anything, it was a red flag. However, the romance between Baby and Debbie seemed cute, and the car scenes seemed beyond what we recently saw from The Fate of The…
Daytime Divas: Season 1/ Episode 4 “Shut it Down” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Despite Mo only being acknowledged by text message, we are not without entertainment in “Shut It Down.” For between lesbians fantasies, more drama in Nina’s relationships, and Maxine wielding her power, there is something for everyone. Plus there is Kibby vs. Maddie. Something you don’t wanna miss.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 10 “Money In The Chase” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Season 1 of GLOW comes to an end with the queen of the Federation crowned. But, somethings regarding the characters go unresolved.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 9 “The Liberal Chokehold” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
With money low and seemingly it all over, the ladies of GLOW try to salvage this thing. Meanwhile, Sam gets some life changing news.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 8 “Maybe It’s All The Disco” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It’s a bit of an emotional episode for everyone. Sheila gets to feel like one of the girls, Debbie has dinner with her husband, Sam goes through a breakup and someone has an abortion.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 7 “Live Studio Audience” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The first matches of GLOW happen and while not without some problems, at least no one gets injured.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 6 “This Is One Of Those Moments” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Debbie struggles to find a good rival, Ruth looks to be an authentic Russian character and Justine learns why it isn’t the best idea to meet your heroes.
Alice to Zouroku: Season 1/ Episode 12 “I’m Home” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Though Alice to Zouroku’s finale is as boring as the last few episodes, the ending has a sweetness to it. Especially the final moments which may bring you to tears.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 5 “Debbie Does Something” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As GLOW seems less like a dream and more of a reality, Debbie finds herself needing to get serious if she is going to the star of this thing.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 4 “The Dusty Spur” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
GLOW refocuses on the yet to be developed characters and takes a keen interest in Sheila, Carmen, and a little bit into Tammé.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 3 “The Wrath of Kuntar” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
In case you were wondering who and why someone would finance Sam’s all women’s wrestling federation? Well, you get your answer.
You Get Me – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
You Get Me isn’t as bad as you may have assumed. However, it will likely end up just another random title on Netflix in time.
The Bold Type: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
What The Bold Type presents is what FreeForm is known for mixed with what made ABC Family great. It has FreeForm’s obsessive need to feature modelesque attractive young people. However, it also contains ABC Family’s ideology of pushing past the superficial and present stories and characters its viewers will become loyal to.
Re:Creators: Season 1/ Episode 12 “Be Desperate and Draw Something Fascinating” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Unfortunately, after Sota’s confession, we return to Meteora delivering a long explanation of how things work and what’s to come. Which, while informative, may bore you into a nice nap.
Andi Mack: Season 1/ Episode 12 “Best Surprise Ever” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Andi Mack’s season finale leaves us with a lot of hope for better things. Mostly when it comes to the various relationships in the series.
Nobody Speak: Trials of the Free Press – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
What hooks you as being a look into the Gawker v. Hulk Hogan case evolves into a warning message. A very familiar one not just about the elites bullying the press, but how Donald Trump is poison to the American democracy.
Shingeki no Bahamut (Rage of Bahamut) – Virgin Soul: Season 1/ Episode 12 “The Great Escape” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The war begins and humanity is nearly massacred. Thus leading Charoice to bring out the device he likely stole from the gods for a counterattack.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Slouch. Submit” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Glow is still struggling but is getting better. Mostly thanks to Cherry becoming more prominent as well as Melrose.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Glow doesn’t seem like a sure fire hit. If anything, like its wrestling theme, it’ll fit a niche. As for whether it is a big enough niche for Netflix to make another season? Well, let’s check out the rest of the season before saying that.
The Carmichael Show: Season 3/ Episode 5 “Cynthia’s Birthday” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
What are the rules of Black culture, much less the exceptions for white people saying the N-word? Said topics make for a weak episode, but I suspect the shooting one was supposed to be the peak before mundane topics.
