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.
Comedy
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fubar (2023): Season 1 – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Fubar” is a callback to his action movies, but you’ll have a better time rewatching those action movies than watch this.
The Top 8 Comedic Performances By Someone Who Wasn’t The Lead Actor
Some of the most memorable moments from your favorite comedies aren’t from the lead actor, but the supporting star!
About My Father (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Sebastian Maniscalco’s “About My Father” showcases a sweet relationship between De Niro and Maniscalco, but it’s coated in forgettable comedy and a story we’ve seen too many times.
American Born Chinese (2023): Season 1 – Review
American Born Chinese is ambitious and nuanced in its Asian American representation, yet there are parts that feel watered down or changed by its Disney overlords.
White Men Can’t Jump (2023) – Movie Review and Summary
A few chronically funny mishaps and personalities lead to a half-a-million-dollar reward.
A Back Lady Sketch Show: Season 4 – Review
A Black Lady Sketch Show may be missing some old cast members, but Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, and
Skye Townsend become comedy all-stars.
Once Upon A One More Time (2023) – Musical Review
“Once Upon A… One More Time” is a feminist musical set to the music of Britney Spears that may feel like it is preaching to the choir and needs more oomph in its ensemble numbers.
The Little Mermaid (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Little Mermaid” thankfully takes enough from the Broadway musical and further creative license from the Hans Christian Anderson story to make an entertaining, though serviceable, film.
Primo (2023) – Season 1 Review (with Spoilers)
“Primo” will ruffle your hair and give you a big bear hug in this warm and rewarding comedy.
Robots (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Robots” is a forgettable comedy that seems to yearn for when men got to be funny and women were meant to be seen and buzzkills.
A Black Lady Sketch Show: Season 4, Episode 6 “Check Yo’ Slack Every 5 to Stay Alive” – Finale Review
“A Black Lady Sketch Show” ends season 4 with a commitment to chaos and characters that is certain to continue.
Sanctuary (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Margaret Qualley presents a dictionary-worthy depiction of mind f*** that deserves notice.
Swarm (2023): Season 1 – Review
Swarm centers around a quirky super-fan has an extreme obsession with the fictional pop star, Queen Ni’Jah, which leads her down a rocky path of self-discovery and murder.
