Kemba – Movie Review and Summary
“Kemba” presents an important case highlighting how the NAACP, specifically the Legal Defense Fund (LDF), didn’t stop being assets after the 1960s.
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Dutch II: Angel’s Revenge – Movie Review and Summary
With less characters to keep track of and the eponymous Angel taking lead, “Dutch II: Angel’s Revenge” is an improvement but follows familiar beats.
Dutch – Movie Review and Summary
In what feels like a wasted opportunity for a show vs. a movie, a man goes on a trial where he knows the cards are stacked against him.
One Night Stay (2024) – Movie Review
“One Night Stay” is a thriller that doesn’t know how to end, so it delivers something quick and shoddy.
Whatever It Takes (2023 – BET Plus) – Movie Review
In what may feel like a stuffed holiday movie, three women face romantic or platonic love, with reactions that remind you how challenging serious relationships can be.
Christmas Rescue (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
If you ever wondered how far can Christmas movies go to make it seem like love can push past damn near anything, come and read about “Christmas Rescue.”
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3 – Review/ Summary
“The Ms. Pat Show” stays the course as it explores more challenging themes and perceptions and seeks a balance between laughter and processing trauma.
So Fly Christmas (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“So Fly Christmas” doesn’t include that awkward gray between relationships, as it focuses on a friendship in which one half has been far more lucky in love than the other.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 10 “Father Christmas” – Episode Recap/ Review
Ms. Pat does her best to deliver the type of Christmas she never got, and the audience is in for a Christmas episode only “The Ms. Pat Show” could deliver.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 9 “Pills and Chills” – Episode Recap/ Review
In the pseudo-season finale of “The Ms. Pat Show,” while things may end with a nice little bow, there is no denying that bow is a bit ripped at the seams.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 8 “Twenty-Seven Side Pieces” – Episode Recap/ Review
As Ms. Pat addresses the Michelle situation, Denise ends up in some drama of her own that may require taking off her earrings and getting some Vaseline.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 7 “Body Aches and Booty Shakes” – Recap and Review
As Brandon faces harassment from a parent, Terry is dealing with the same, but from the HR person at his job, who is crossing all kinds of lines.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 6 “Nudes & Dudes” – Episode Recap/ Review
Janelle shows that her intelligence means nothing when crushing on a boy, as Terry repeatedly gets involved in Denise’s business and barely avoids awkward moments for her or himself.
Christmas Angel (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
While it does waste its lead’s personal story, it compensates with a cute romantic relationship as its centerpiece.
A Wesley Family Christmas Wedding – Review (with Spoilers)
“A Wesley Christmas Wedding” largely sets aside the drama experienced in the first movie and more so gives us laughs, love, and a touch of loneliness from a few.
Stay Out – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
In this revenge tale featuring voodoo, a nephew is tasked with executing their uncle’s revenge against their will.
Wake (2023) – Review and Summary
As usual, a person with a mental illness ends up killing people, with the only difference in “Wake” being that person is a rapper.
Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy – Part 2 (2023) – Review and Summary
Part 2 of “Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy” focuses on the murder investigation and with Taye Diggs in it less, it means more drama from the caricatures of Lance’s past lovers.
Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy, Part 1 – Review and Summary
“Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy” often feels like the type of movie you’ve seen many times before, with the only difference being this is based on the true story of Lance Herndon.
Caught Up: Season 1/ Episode 4 “Complicated” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
A man as aggressive as Wayne comes into Jazzy’s life, but is his charm strong enough to undo Wayne’s spell?
Caught Up: Season 1/ Episode 3 “A Love Poem” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Jazzy continues to let Wayne play in her face and question if she should stay or go, thanks to some sweet words and gifts.
Caught Up: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Right vs. Wrong” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Jazzy introduces Whitney, Wayne’s fiancée, and breaks down the rise and fall of that relationship.
Caught Up: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Don’t Judge Me” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“Caught Up” undoubtedly feels like a Tyler Perry production, but also a bit of counter-programming compared to the many urban dramas out there.
Average Joe: Season 1/ Episode 10 “You Must Be Joe” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
In episode ten of “Average Joe”, shared traumas bond unlikely allies, secrets teeter on exposure, and the weight of past mistakes confront each character, leaving audiences at the edge of their seats.
Ruined (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
“Ruined” fits the bill of the crazed light skin person whose desires for one half of a married couple lead to them becoming so crazy they are willing to kill.
Close Encounters (2023) – What Happened, How It Ended and What Could Come Next
A summary of how “Close Encounters” (2023) ended, its major storylines and whether a prequel or sequel is possible.
Close Encounters (2023) – Movie Review (with Spoilers)
In this soap opera styled movie, there are so many twists, turns, surprises, and betrayals that, while you’ll be able to keep up, you might be left exhausted.
Average Joe: Season 1/ Episode 8 “Ride Or Die” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
In this gripping episode, Jennifer trades herself for her mother’s safety to the notorious Russian crime boss Nicolai, who is determined to extract her unborn child.
Average Joe: Season 1/ Episode 4 “The Above Average School Teacher” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
This episode of “Average Joe” concludes with more questions than answers, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats. As the web of intrigue tightens, the anticipation for the next episode becomes almost palpable. The stage is set for a series of explosive revelations and confrontations. Don’t miss the next episode as the hunt for the truth continues.
Average Joe: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
Unveiling the complexities of ordinary people in not-so-ordinary circumstances, where loyalty is tested and boundaries are blurred.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 5 “Da Baddest Trip” – Recap
Cousin Trina comes to the house and drags from Atlanta all the stuff Pat has been trying to keep her kids away from.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 4 “Ain’t No Party…” – Recap
Brandon may have a girlfriend ya’ll! The only problem is Ashley may have met her first. Also, Ms. Pat and Denise have an insecure moment that leads to them getting face fillers.
Dance For Me (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
“Dance For Me” delivers what is expected from a crazy light-skinned ex, a new guy with potential, and many sad childhoods that should have led many to a therapist’s chair.
Legacy: Season 1/ Episodes 1-3 (with Spoilers) – Recap/Review
All it takes is a moment to single-handedly tear apart a family while decades were spent building the legacy.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 3 “Down With The King” – Recap/ Review
It seems Ms. Pat and Tony Free may have come to the end of their relationship as Tony pushes Ms. Pat too far.
Infidelity (2023) Review/Summary (with Spoilers)
A seasoned Lifetime movie if I had ever seen one would go something like this. A deadly affair that leads to the ultimate loss of possible interrelational development— and a baby.
The Ms. Pat Show: Season 3/ Episode 1 “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” – Recap/ Review
Pat and Terry are forced to work out their issues over her abortion, especially so that Janelle can potentially get a $20,000 scholarship.
Under His Influence (2023) – What Happened, How It Ended, and What Could Come Next
A summary of how “Under His Influence” (2023) ended, its major storylines, and whether a prequel or sequel is possible.
Under His Influence (2023) – Review/ Summary
In this “Did he or didn’t he” film, a social media influencer falls for a young man who may have killed his teacher, but the evidence is slim against him.