Surrounded (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Surrounded” is a terrific and brutal showcase for Letitia Wright and Jamie Bell with gorgeous scenery in this Western.
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Love To Love You, Donna Summer (2023) – Review and Summary
“Love To Love You, Donna Summer” is extensive but underwhelming.
Let the Canary Sing (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Let the Canary Sing” is an intimate portrayal of struggle and joy for Cyndi Lauper’s voice and activism.
I.S.S (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
In “I.S.S.,” it appears Ariana DeBose plans to actively avoid the usual Oscar slump a lot of people, especially people of color, experience via a sci-fi drama where there is a nuclear war and a battle for the International Space Station.
The Line (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Line” is a wonderful showcase for Austin Abrams’ talent as it wastes both Halle Bailey and Angus Cloud.
Stan Lee (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
David Gelb and Disney’s “Stan Lee” is a sweet yet flawed and watered-down documentary about the Marvel creator’s life that becomes more interested in the superheroes rather than Lee himself.
Sublime (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Sublime” delivers a slice-of-life story, and performances that gives perhaps the most tame LGBT story you may have ever watched.
The Idol: Season 1/ Episode 3 “Daybreak” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
As Tedros begins to take over Jocelyn’s life, with minimal resistance, Nikki makes plans of her own in case Jocelyn self-destructs.
No Hard Feelings (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Jennifer Lawrence plays what feels like an embellished version of her public persona in a pleasant film that seems like it should have been released on Hulu.
City On Fire: Season 1/ Episode 8 “In the Dark” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers) | Finale
While “City On Fire” ends with some good news, as it sets up a second season, it is hard not to sigh.
The Crowded Room: Season 1/ Episode 3 – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
As episode 3 catches us up to what led to the shooting of episode 1, a twist is added, which more so confuses things than makes them more interesting.
Dead Girls Dancing (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Dead Girls Dancing” feels aimless as you await the story to pick up and make clear what we’re building up to.
The Perfect Find (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Perfect Find” makes a decent romantic comedy once it moves past its ageism and misogynoir jokes.
Let’s Not Jump to Conclusions: White Men Can’t Jump (1992) vs (2023)
From the courts of the late twentieth century to the modern era, ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ takes the stage once again. The original brought a story to the game and the 2023 remake breaks barriers and defies expectations. Yet, this version still leaves audiences desiring true novelty despite the cheesy allure of its hapless twists and surface-level exploration of human suffering.
Joy Ride (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Alongside delivering the expected laughs, “Joy Ride” is an emotional story about culture, identity, and how friends can reaffirm who you are.
The Idol: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Double Fantasy” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
As Jocelyn continues to struggle to make a comeback, Tedros’ background and grand plans for Jocelyn are slowly revealed.
The Crowded Room: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Sanctuary” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
The mystery of Ariana begins to be deciphered, alongside what life was like at Yitzhak’s rooming house.
Suitable Flesh (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Suitable Flesh” may lack an explanation regarding what is happening, but you’ll be so locked in you may forget your questions until after the movie is over.
Dalíland (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Mary Herron and John C. Walsh’s “Dalíland” portrays the life of one of art’s most celebrated and inspiring figures with a tame and uninspiring story.
Perpetrator (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Perpetrator” is more interested in ways to use and shoot blood than truly give life to its characters and anything it sets up plot-wise.
Cold Copy (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tracee Ellis Ross continues to push beyond her comedy empire with the kind of role which deserves to be in awards contentions.
The Listener (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Listener,” focused on a peer crisis hotline worker, is a stirring, frustrating, and potentially tear-inducing film.
The Secret Kingdom (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Secret Kingdom” is a fantasy story for the family with unique visuals and character designs. Yet you’ll feel like you’ve seen this story before.
You’ll Never Find Me (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Starring only two people, “You Will Never Find Me” is a masterful depiction of building up to something bizarre and making every moment worth it.
The Graduates (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Graduates,” thankfully avoids showing a school shooting, but what’s left leaves you wanting more.
Our Son (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Our Son” presents a shift in Billy Porter’s career from being the loudest in the room due to his booming voice to being the most notable due to his performance.
The Crowded Room: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Exodus” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
“The Crowded Room” begins reliant on Tom Holland, who continues to prove there is life for his career outside of being Spiderman.
City On Fire: Season 1/ Episode 7 “The Demon Brother” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
As there is a slight bit of hope for Sam, Amory’s world begins crashing down as William connects the rest of the dots.
Blue Jean (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Georgia Oakley’s “Blue Jean” is an honest, complex, and relevant portrait of how anti-LGBT laws impact the individual.
Pollen (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
D.W. Medoff’s “Pollen” is a horror film that doesn’t frighten you with scares, but chills you with its authentic portrait of trauma.
The Blackening (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Blackening” is one of the funniest films I’ve seen in years and has the makings of being a classic thank to being funny throughout the whole film, and not just a handful of scenes.
A Deep Dive: The Little Mermaid Live Action Remake Versus The Book
Despite their differences in style and quality for the respective mediums; the two pieces speak of love, familial turmoil, and determination.
Run The World: Season 2/ Episode 1 “A Dream Deferred” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
“Run The World” returns with one of the leads missing, but someone new may not join the group but complicate one of their lives.
Reality (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tina Satter’s direction and Sidney Sweeney’s performance create a terrifying yet true nightmare in “Reality.”
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is a thrilling and gorgeous tribute to animation and superheroes, yet it spins more webs than it can handle.
The Idol Cast & Character Guide
This is a character guide for HBO’s “The Idol,” with character descriptions, quotes, names of actors, and more.
The Idol: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pop Tarts & Rat Tales” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
In what feels like an extended The Weeknd video, you get a pop star seemingly inspired by many a troubled starlet, who falls in love with a club promoter prepping her reintroduction as a sex kitten.
Bottoms (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Bottoms” might be one of the first notable dark-humor teen sex comedies that don’t feel like a female version of something you saw before.
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