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.
Overview While I won’t claim to be familiar with French cinema’s tropes, clichés, and what have you, based off what I have watched and perhaps reviewed here, I can definitely say that those familiar with French tragic romances will find little new here. Rating: TV Viewing Trigger Warning(s): Blackface Characters Worth Noting Paul (Quentin Dolmaire…
Overview Newlyweeds is a quick love story which finds an outsider, namely weed, being what brings two people together and what pushes them apart. Review (with Spoilers) This is one of those films which pop up on your radar and because it isn’t coming out anywhere close, or is too expensive where available in theaters,…
If there were ever a movie to make a case for virtual reality being part of your big-screen experience, this would be it. In fact, I would say this movie has the potential to be a sleeper hit if marketed right.
Overview The follow-up to If I Stay flips things and brings us to Adam’s point of view years after Mia’s accident, and we learn what happened to our favorite musicians from two opposite worlds. Review (with Spoilers) Based on a recommendation I decided to read this book, and while I have to admit I was…
A man trying to turn his fantasies into reality is forced to face he may be on the wrong path to happiness.
Overview Once again a mutant with a superiority complex shall rise, and Magneto will be a part of it because he is forbidden from having a truly happy ending. Rating: TV Viewing Trigger Warning(s): Blood (gore) & Body Horror Characters Worth Noting Charles Xavier/ Professor X (James McAvoy) | Magneto/Erik (Michael Fassbender) | Jean Grey…
Since 2014, maybe even before that, there has been a movie starring familiar Black actors dealing with someone crazy every September. No Good Deed started the trend and now When The Bough Breaks continues it. And just like the rest of those movies, unless you see it in a theater with folks giving commentary it…
Winnie Mandela seems to cover the facts of the activist’s life, but Hudson and company never embody the figures they portray.
What may very well be the final film of Studio Ghibli reminds us of one of their many biggest claims to fame: Taking animation and making it something beyond what many would consider made for kids. For whether their films deal with such themes as the environment, war, or coming of age, there is a…
Mother aka Social Nightmare is one of those strange movies which with some tinkering could have been better than what you get.
Overview Mozart in the Jungle takes what you’d think would be the uptight world of symphony players, and presents an edge to change your viewpoint. Review (with Spoilers) Thus far Amazon’s foray into original programming, in my opinion, has been clunkers. Most of them seem like subtle rip-offs of more popular shows, but with Mozart…
Overview At worse, Mr. Robinson may seem like a slight rip-off of the Steve Harvey Show from the 90s. However, at best, it is simply a show similar to the Steve Harvey Show, but with a different spin on a musician turned music teacher.
Plot Overview A former special agent, who now kills people who put hits on others, find himself in New Orleans and falls in love. Problem is, besides you know people trying to kill him, he and this girl are crazy. Rating: TV Viewing Trigger Warning(s): Lots of blood and gunshots. Also violence against women. Review…
Overview A visually stunning film, which doesn’t have much of a story to pair with its visuals. Review (with Spoilers) The draw for me was seeing Audrey Tautou in this movie, but something about it didn’t push me to want to see it in limited release. Also, even when it came out on VoD, I…
Overview A young semi-human being is seemingly glitching and with that comes the need to analyze if she is a failed project or not. Trigger Warning(s): Gun Violence | Blood | Flinch Worthy Violence
Initial Thoughts With Robert Downey Jr.’s version of Sherlock Holmes out there, as well as Benedict Cumberbatch, having another Holmes out there seems like over saturation. However, this Holmes is Sir Ian McKellen. Someone who, honestly, I don’t think I’ve seen in anything besides the X-Men films. So, needless to say, I found myself interested…
Overview Mother of George maybe beautifully shot and have an interesting story, but it may not hold your attention. Trigger Warning(s): Animal Death on Camera Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Introduction Every year we get a slew of coming of age stories in which, often, if you don’t live near a metropolitan area, you have to wait weeks, or months, for it to come to a theater near you. Now, with Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl I initially skipped seeing it during its opening…
What can a person do to inspire a man to live? You can smile, be attentive, make him laugh and give good conversation, but can that be enough? Can one person make someone’s life worth living? Well, that is the question posed in Me Before You.
Overview Middle of Nowhere has both the appeal of the 90s Black cinema classics, mixed with the vibe which has made Black web series so popular, and truly it makes you have hope for Black cinema’s future if Ava Duvernay and co. are involved. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview A movie which feels very much like a theatrical play in which Patrick Stewart, and company, put on such good performances that it helps remind you they aren’t just their most well-known roles. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Introduction Minions feels like the prequel no one asked for, and arguably does nothing for the franchise. However, if you have maintained the spirit and amusement of a little kid, or plan to go with one, perhaps you may enjoy this. As for everyone else? Well… Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview A young woman returns home to Amman with her being unsure of an impending marriage and a lot of family drama to deal with. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview An ensemble drama dealing with overbearing parents, porn addiction, marital issues, and abandonment. Review (with Spoilers) When it comes to comedians like Adam Sandler, as I mentioned in the Hateship, Loveship review, often their dramatic roles, especially after they have peaked, are far superior to their comedic roles. If just because most comedians have…
Overview If you ever found yourself interested in either learning about arranged marriages, some history of the Patels, or are just looking for solidarity in your struggle to date, and maybe make your parents happy, this is for you.
Overview The season ends with one of Issa’s relationships saved! Can you guess which one? Review (with Spoilers)
Overview We finally get to meet Arnold. Review (with Spoilers)
Overview And so the first season ends with one last, and final test, well at least for some. Review (with Spoilers)
Overview The tests may be over, but the process isn’t thanks to Michele. Review (with Spoilers)
Overview Trust is a major topic as some synths explore feelings, deal with rejection, and pursue autonomy. Review (with Spoilers)
Overview We are introduced to Michele’s brother, witness two tests, and wait to see if Ezekiel will give into Aline’s blackmail attempt. Trigger Warning(s): Cutting and Opening Of Flesh Review (with Spoilers)
Ezekiel’s history, and relationship with Julia, is covered.
Overview A love story in which the timeline of the relationship gets scrambled up and gives you the impression that what you see maybe reality or just all part of a very vivid dream. Review (with Spoilers)
Overview With a predictable story, lack of any real scares or thrills, and no inspiring monsters, Crimson Peak disappoints on a multitude of levels. Trigger Warning(s): Gore
Overview Copenhagen flips the familiar story of an older man utterly changing a young woman’s life by having her change his. Trigger Warning(s): Pedophilia Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview After a Behind the Music episode, and the documentary featuring Left Eye’s final weeks in Honduras, TLC shares more of their story for their fans. Review (with Spoilers)
Preconceived Notions After Southpaw I figured I was done with sports movies. After all, I don’t watch any in my own life and boxing, of all the great sports, seemed like the one I’m least likely to get into. Then there was Creed. A film I knew had Michael B. Jordan, who is likable and…
Overview A woman, who seems like a twisted Disney princess, becomes one area’s local vigilante. Review (with Spoilers) I have never really been a Katie Holmes fan. I have seen two of her films, First Daughter, when I was a kid, and Batman Begins, but never watched Dawson’s Creek, nor really have looked into her…
Overview The Duff has an early 00s Disney Channel show appeal, but with less wholesomeness, more cursing, and the type of jokes Nickelodeon would try to get away with. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
The overall goal of Wherever I Look is to fill in that space between the average fan and critic and advise you on what’s worth experiencing.
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