All I See Is You – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Despite Blake Lively’s usual charm, an uninspiring romance and the pursuit of being too artsy makes for a dull film.
Mixed (Divisive)
Due to this movie having a few quirks, of which may work for some and for others be a problem, we believe your enjoyment of this movie will depend on your taste.
Thank You For Your Service – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Thank You For Your Service wants to convey a message while presenting a story, but unfortunately, the story it delivers is lackluster.
Wheelman – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Wheelman could very well take Frank Grillo’s career to the next level as it shows how strong his charisma is.
Tyler Perry’s Boo 2! A Madea Halloween – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Madea returns and while this film will in no way win her new fans, and may lose some old ones, she still brings the funny.
Cult of Chucky – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Cult of Chucky honestly doesn’t seem that bad, until you realize it is trying to set itself up for more sequels.
Flatliners – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Despite no noteworthy performances, and this being a remake, Flatliners contains just enough surprises to fight off preconceived notions.
Kingsman: The Golden Circle – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
Kingsman: The Golden Circle, matches, if not surpasses, its predecessor when it comes to action, maintains when it comes to touching moments, but utterly fails when it comes to its multiple villains.
The Wilde Wedding – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
The Wilde Wedding, while slightly pretentious, and seemingly made for big city indie lovers, is rather charming and contains the rare depiction of love in a senior age.
Vesper – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
Vesper is the type of film which reminds you of when the story was the focus of mysteries and thrillers versus jump scares.
Stephen King’s IT (2017) – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
The new version of Stephen King’s IT is deserving of a bit of praise. With it being a theatrical release, rather than TV miniseries, it is quite creepier. Also, the young actors are pushed beyond what the original kids were in terms of giving their character’s heart. Yet, there is the problem it disappoints as…
Unleashed – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Unleashed is a cute little film which you may not remember in a week, but will enjoy as you view it.
Death Note: Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Let me preface this with noting the white washing of Netflix’s Death Note won’t be a pressing point. What will be is that it turned a cool, made for adults, anime into something that seems like a young adult novel adaptation. Trigger Warning(s): Use of gorey picture
Chris Brown: Welcome To My Life – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
While not a Chris Brown fan, I was aware of him when he first premiered and was into his early hits. However, like many, after the Rihanna assault, I found myself conflicted. Like with R. Kelly, as much as you may enjoy some of the musician’s music, it became hard to separate the performer from…
Batman and Harley Quinn – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
While not as good as the Son of Batman trilogy, what Batman and Harley Quinn lacks in a compelling story it makes up for with jokes and… music?
Naked – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
While the groundhog day concept isn’t new, one has to wonder can another production use the narrative in a funny, insightful, or heartfelt way? Well, Naked sort of tries.
The Glass Castle – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Considering Brie Larson’s Oscar win, and how The Glass Castle seemed like Oscar bait, I was surprised it was given an August release. Add in Woody Harrelson, Naomi Watts, and that “Based on a True Story” tagline, I feared we would end up with something that seemed like a polish Lifetime movie. But in the…
The Hitman’s Bodyguard – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Though what has been advertised in an action comedy, what The Hitman’s Bodyguard truly is – is a love story.
Victor – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
A nice boy who gets into a gang, becomes an addict, but through faith is healed. Yeah, prepare yourself for a slightly edgy feel good piece. One which is of the caliber of a Lifetime original movie.
The Incredible Jessica James – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
The Incredible Jessica Jones is the type of film which definitely won’t be for everyone. Like with Girlboss, we are given a character who arguably can be narcissistic, but you can grow to love. Though I can’t guarantee with time that will be true for every last Netflix subscriber.
Atomic Blonde – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The only difference between most action movies and Atomic Blonde is Charlize Theron has a better choreographer/ stunt double than the rest. As for the story? While it has a few twists and turns, it isn’t anything which will make this more than a one and done.
The Madame in Black (Svarta Madam) – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
While Madame in Black gives you the creeps with its score and sound effects, the characters presented you are given so little on that it is hard to care if they die. Disclaimer: I was given a link by Writer/ Director Jarno Lee Vinsencius to see this movie.
Kizumonogatari III: Reiketsu – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Kizumonogatari ends more so with a whimper than a roar. For while the fight scenes are quite epic, and the ecchi we are used to is there, something is missing. Of which I can only believe is its heart.
No Way To Live – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
I rented No Way To Live on Amazon thinking I was going to get some complicated 1950s interracial romance. But, let me tell you, don’t be fooled by the advertisement. We get something much more interesting.
A Life Not To Follow – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
A Life Not To Follow plays out like a book adaptation. One in which you get multiple connected stories, from the different players involved, before it all ties bind in the end. In which you are given just enough to see how all things are connected.
Wish Upon – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
If interested in Wish Upon, I want you to walk in with a post-Child’s Play, pre 2nd reboot, Chucky mindset. In that, while things are kind of graphic, they are also comical and a bit cheesy. Alongside that, I implore you to either bring a friend who gives comical commentary or go to a theater…
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…
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.
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.
Rough Night – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Rough Night delivers on the laughs but pretty much flops story wise, character development wise, and its heart is as mechanical as Dick Chaney’s.
Brain on Fire – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Brain on Fire is a growth movie. Its subject matter isn’t handled strongly, but if you have followed its lead, Chloe Grace Moretz, you see growth. That is pretty much the main thing you’ll get out of this. Well, and some awareness of what is Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
Vixen: The Movie – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
It is hard to not be a bit of a fan of WB’s DC animation lately. Their Batman saga, outside of Killing Joke, has been quite good. So with Vixen being an unknown character to me, I wanted to check out Vixen: The Movie. Especially since it was just a little over an hour. Meaning,…
Being 17 (Quand on a 17 ans) – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
For half of Being 17, it seems aimless and quite boring. Yet, in the 2nd half, just as it seems to be going somewhere, it ends before you can finally say “This is interesting.”
Blame! – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
Blame! Would lead you to believe that Netflix is testing out the possibility of expanding this to a series but wants to see their subscribers’ response is first.
The Bounce Back – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
While not a very insightful romance movie, despite it starring some kind of “guru,” The Bounce Back is cute. Even if it follows the usual romance movie formula.
This Beautiful Fantastic – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
While containing a likable lead with a few quirks, this odd tale about gardening, finding love, and a grumpy old man may just put you to sleep.
Lowriders – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
Lowriders is likable, but in the pursuit of having emotional depth, it drowns in its own melodrama.
Vincent N Roxxy – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
Vincent n Roxxy is a bit all over the place and has many interesting aspects, or storylines rather, but none of them reach their full potential.
Gifted – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
For those of you who like sappy Lifetime movies, this will be right up your alley.
Only For One Night – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
While the story of Only For One Night is predictable and very cliché, the chemistry between the female and male lead are pleasant surprises.
