Wherever I Look - Recaps, Reviews And Character Guides

Welcome to Wherever I Look, your go-to destination for personable reviews and summaries of the latest TV Shows, from episodic recaps and reviews to letting you know if a season might be worth binge watching, movie coverage from streaming releases, theatrical releases, as well as those which may not be on your radar, alongside off-Broadway and on-Broadway life performances. Also, explore our character guides to stay up-to-date on who’s who, what’s what, and more about any particular production.

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Liese in a mid-episode poster - New Saga Season 1 Episode 2

New Saga: Season 1 Episode 2 – Recap and Review

ByAmari Allah Posted onJuly 10, 2025July 10, 2025 Updated onJuly 10, 2025

Kyle lays the groundwork for becoming a credible figure to prevent the Great Invasion and recruits multiple people to join him.

Takahara and Ao spending the day together, with Ao on Takahara's back - Summer Pockets Season 1 Episode 14

Summer Pockets: Season 1 Episode 14 – Recap and Review

ByAmari Allah Posted onJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025 Updated onJuly 7, 2025

In what might be the final episode of Ao’s arc, a familiar ending could undercut the highs Ao brought back to Summer Pockets.

The Killer with their smiling mask - Gachiakuta Season 1 Episode 1

Gachiakuta: Season 1 Episode 1 – Recap and Review

ByAmari Allah Posted onJuly 6, 2025July 7, 2025 Updated onJuly 7, 2025

Gachiakuta begins in a way that can feel all too familiar as an underdog, the bottom of even the lowest established part of society, is betrayed in a notable way, and swears revenge.

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Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation: Season 1 (Part 2) – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)

Jobless Reincarnation is the epitome of a show being so good, you’ll excuse the one thing that would tank any other show.

Title Card - Lovecraft Country Season 1 Episode 1 Sundown [Series Premiere]

Lovecraft Country: Season 1 – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

“Lovecraft Country” continues the burgeoning tradition of, within the fantasy/horror genre, embedding Black stories to bring America’s shameful history back to life.

Girl Picture – Poster

Girl Picture (2022) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

In this coming-of-age tale, which takes place over three weeks, we watch 3 girls explore what it means to be loved or in love, to varying degrees of success.

Title Card - Words on Bathroom Walls

Words on Bathroom Walls (2020) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

If you don’t have a compromised immune system and the people in your community aren’t reckless, Words on Bathroom Walls is the perfect reason to head back to theaters.

Levee (Chadwick Boseman) and Ma Rainey (Viola Davis) in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom – Review/Summary

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom gives you what you expect from Viola Davis, and in Chadwick Boseman’s final film, he makes it clear he could excel in a role of someone…

The Wolf of Wall Street – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)

The Wolf of Wall Street undoubtedly is one of Leo’s best performances and makes it seem that Oscar may finally be in his grasp.

Before I Disappear – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)

After slitting his wrist a man waits to die for he believes he lost the only thing worth living for. That is until he is reminded that there are still…

Title Card - Cupids (2021)

Cupids (2021) – Review/Summary (with Spoilers)

3 children, worried about bus driver over the summer, contemplate who they know to pair them up within an adorable 10 minute short.

The Face of Love – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)

A film in which one woman is given a second chance to physically be with her husband and get the closure she needs.

Title Card - Esther In Wonderland (2021)

Esther In Wonderland (2021) – Review/Summary (with Spoilers)

Esther In Wonderland is a reminder that Hip-Hop has fans across all cultures and worlds, and they will find what they need one way or another.

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Liese in a mid-episode poster - New Saga Season 1 Episode 2

New Saga: Season 1 Episode 2 – Recap and Review

Yoshiki (Chiaki Kobayashi) curled up in his bed - The Summer Hikaru Died Season 1 Episode 1

The Summer Hikaru Died: Season 1 Episode 1 – Recap and Review

Kyle smiling in the forest

The Water Magician: Season 1 Episode 1 – Recap and Review

Movies Page

An old school film reel drawn by artist Dean Nelson.

Explore our curated collection of movies, covering everything from blockbuster hits to indie films and shorts, whether they premiered in film festivals, on streaming platforms, or on YouTube.

Stranger Eyes (2025 Montclair Film Summer Showcase) Film Review & Summary

Lucia (Jara Sofija Ostan) and Maria (Mina Svajger) – Little Trouble Girls (Source; BFI)

Little Trouble Girls (2025 Montclair Film Summer Showcase) Film Review & Summary

Title Card – M3GAN 2.0 (Source; Universal Pictures)

M3GAN 2.0 (2025) Movie Review & Summary

Character Guide Page

You’ll find all the character guides we maintain here, from movies to books to TV series, sorted by when they were last updated.

Title Card featuring Demon Lord's Throne Room - New Saga Season 1 Episode 1

New Saga: Season 1 – Cast and Character Guide

Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho – Cast and Character Guide

Lazarus: Cast and Character Guide

Live Performances Page

From comedy shows, live theater, concerts, and more, here you’ll find out take on the latest live performances.

Trophy Boys (2025 – At MCC Theater) – Review

Poster - Lights Out - Nat “King” Cole at New York Theater Workshop

Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole at New York Theater Workshop – Review

Liz Miele: 2025 Tour – Review

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