How the Gringo Stole Christmas (2023) – Review
“How the Gringo Stole Christmas” is a prime example of how not to shoot a comedy.
Comedy
The Artful Dodger (2023) – Review
Hulu’s “The Artful Dodger” is an unnecessary spin-off of “Oliver Twist,” but great characters and acting make it fun escapism.
Family Switch (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
While “Family Switch” hits all the familiar beats of a body swap comedy, it still has enough heart to get you pass the expected results.
Candy Cane Lane (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
Eddie Murphy has his first, surprisingly, holiday movie, and between Jillian Bell and Chris Redd, you’ll find yourself laughing with the kids in the room too.
The Holdovers (2023) – Review
Let the “The Holdovers” be your family in what’s possibly my favorite movie this year.
American Fiction (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“American Fiction” may not have anything new to say with its social commentary about media, but it still is able to deliver laughs, touching moments, and a handful of frustration.
Hot Girl Winter (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
In this holiday movie definitely just made for the adults, after feeling neglected by her husband, Mrs. Claus decides to head to Miami and let her friend potentially push her to do the unthinkable.
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.
Genie (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“Genie” may focus on a father’s decline professionally and personally to begin, but once McCarthy shows up, it is no longer about that, and she steals the film.
Dashing Through The Snow (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“Dashing Through The Snow” doesn’t follow the usual holiday movie formula, thus requiring getting used to what it offers, which you could come to like.
Wish (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“Wish” seems like it was made for Disney Plus as part of Disney’s 100th anniversary celebration, but someone had enough faith in it to garner a theatrical release.
Spain (2023) – Play Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Acting as a comedy, think piece, and a reminder of the power and dangers of the KGB, “Spain” excels in some ways but can seem to be word vomit in others.
It’s A Wonderful Knife (2023) – Review (with Spoilers)
“It’s A Wonderful Knife” is a bit corny, undeniably bloody, but has a silver lining to it because of its supporting actors.
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.
Wingwomen – Review
Netflix and Melanie Laurent’s “Wingwomen” is a fun but forgettable action-comedy that is light in drama and plot.
What Happens Later – Review (with Spoilers)
“What Happens Later” may feature the archetypes that made Meg Ryan and David Duchovny staples in the entertainment industry, but they lack the chemistry needed to make this film good.
A Wonderful World – Musical Review and Summary
With a notable focus on Louis Armstrong’s four wives, “A Wonderful World” might be Broadway-bound, but doesn’t seem like it may stay for long.
Everybody Loves Diamonds – Review
Prime Video’s “Everybody Loves Diamonds” should be a slick ride, but a heist story told in 8 episodes makes the ride stop-and-start.
Everybody Loves Diamonds- Character Guide
A character guide for Prime Video’s “Everybody Loves Diamonds,” with character descriptions, names of actors, and more.
Tonight’s Conversation (Live) – Review and Summary
The popular podcast comes to the New York City Javits Center, and lives up to the hype of the many viral clips you’ve seen on social media.
The Curse (2023) – Episodes 1 to 3: Review and Summary
Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie’s “The Curse” holds up a mirror to our fascination with reality TV and fabricated feel-good moments.
Eileen (2023) – Review and Summary
At the minimum, “Eileen” delivers entertaining performances worth the ticket price, and at max, you will witness at least one performance worthy of a major accolade.
Dicks: The Musical (2023) – Review and Summary
Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson’s “Dicks: The Musical” is gross, horrid, and very funny. If you ever wanted to see John Waters’ version of The Parent Trap, this movie is for you.
Alex Newell: Live at Kean University – Review
In what can be seen as a mini-career and life retrospective, Tony Winner Alex Newell walks their audience through some of their favorites Broadway numbers, including those they made a hit.
Totally Killer (2023) – Review and Summary
“Totally Killer,” as its title implies, is a fun horror movie to watch but ultimately is more content to consume than a new movie to put into your annual Halloween rotation.
The Kill Room (2023) – Review and Summary
“The Kill Room” gives what is expected from Tarantino alumnus Uma Thurman and Samuel L. Jackson in a forgettable but likable crime comedy.
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.
Playing Sam (2023) – Review and Summary
Ramon Felipe Pesante and Jenni Ruiza’s “Playing Sam” is a strong showcase for Ruiza’s talents and a love letter to any struggling artist.
Love At First Sight (2023) – Review and Summary
A girl who doesn’t plan as well as she should meets a boy who leaves very little to chance, and rather than this leading to them balancing each other out, it sets up a meet-cute story that will certainly make you a fan of Haley Lu Richardson.
Outlaw Johnny Black (2023) – Review and Summary
Michael Jai White’s “Outlaw Johnny Black” is a good silly 90-minute western trapped in a 2-hour middling movie.
Cassandro (2023) – Review
Unfortunately, “Cassandro” sidesteps going too deep into any potential wound or struggle to give you a light-hearted drama that easily becomes dull due to its rounded edges.
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding (2023) – Play Review and Summary
“Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” is the type of play that demands an audience reaction as it exhibits community on stage and fosters it within the audience.
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe (2023) – Review and Summary
In a woodburning oven type of romance featuring usual romance and LGBT+ tropes, you get “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe.”
Sitting In Bars With Cake (2023) – Review and Summary
“Sitting In Bars With Cake” will push you to be grateful for your best friend, or closest friend, as you watch two best friends hit many monumental moments – of which not all are positive.
Slotherhouse (2023) – Review and Summary
“Slotherhouse,” like most horror comedies, are enjoyable as long as you can embrace how ridiculous it is for if you look past the superficial, there isn’t much there.
#ChadGetsTheAxe (2023) – Review/ Summary
“#ChadGetsTheAxe” harnesses the idea of an influencer in a horror movie in ways that have yet to be done at this level – and it is probably one of the best digital releases of the year.
Scrapper (2023) – Review and Summary
A cunning 12-year-old, living on her own, meets her father finally, but only after her mother dies.
The List (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
“The List” is a simple, cute, though sometimes uninspiring romantic comedy.
Landscape with Invisible Hand (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
Landscape with Invisible Hand starts off strong when focused on the humans dealing with an alien invasion. However, once the aliens become a prominent part of the film, it’s hard to maintain interest.
