Bad Lands (2023) – Movie Review
While it has a bit of a slow start, once “Bad Lands” gets into the personal drama of its lead with others, it picks up quickly.
Crime
Be it the criminal underworld, or taking on those who rule over it, the crime tag focuses on crime fighters or those who reign over the underworld. If not stories that heavily feature people breaking the law.
Forever Us (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
In Christopher B. Stokes and Marques Houston’s latest, there is the question of whether a comeuppance will come for a man who stepped out on his marriage for feeling neglected.
The Invisible Guest (2023) – Movie Review
A murder accusation leads a woman to try to work with a corrupt cop for her freedom or suffer jail time.
All Souls (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
Thanks to cops wanting to get a local dealer by any means necessary, a young mother finds herself becoming an unwilling CI.
Abigail (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
In a rather simple horror-esque movie, a young man finds himself hesitant to befriend a new girl, and it seems he should have followed his instincts.
The Squad (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
Three women who spend nearly the entire movie in bikinis handle high-level drug deals in a film that straddles being corny and notably intriguing.
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.
A Nearly Normal Family (2023) – Review
Netflix’s “A Nearly Normal Family” is a nearly normal crime story these days.
A Nearly Normal Family (2023) – Cast and Character Guide
A cast and character guide to Netflix’s crime thriller “A Nearly Normal Family.”
I Don’t Expect Anyone To Believe Me (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“I Don’t Expect Anyone To Believe Me” is a bit of a sluggish film that tries to compensate by giving you violence and sexual situations, but its leads may not be enough to keep you watching for two hours.
The Last Exit (2023) – Review
Matthias Hoene and Neil Linpow’s “The Last Exit” is a good rainy day movie with plenty of twists and thrills.
Your Lucky Day (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
In one of Angus Cloud’s final movies, he plays a Fez-like character who ends up in a situation where you not only question if he may live but damn near everyone in the movie.
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.
The Killer (2023) – Review/ Summary
Netflix’s “The Killer” showcases David Fincher at his most wry and ruthless. Fedoras and Hawaiian shirts have never been so menacing.
The Marsh King’s Daughter – Review (with Spoilers)
Daisy Ridley continues to prove she’ll have a career beyond Star Wars as she plays the daughter of a kidnapping and murderer.
Anatomy Of A Fall – Review (with Spoilers)
“Anatomy Of A Fall” will likely become this year’s top mystery movie, with the kind of performances that will likely cause the film and its lead actress to resurge in the zeitgeist when it’s time to dole out accolades.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ballerina (2023) – Review
In this simple revenge tale, a young lady’s best friend decides she no longer wants to be alive, which sets off a chain of events to kill off the man who blackmailed her.
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.
Barber (2023) – Review and Summary
“Barber” has two competing lead storylines, between its lead character’s personal life and case, that conflict and don’t complement each other well.
Condition of Return (2023) – Review and Summary
A woman betrayed by society and who she was close to prays for help and ends up getting what she asks for, but her prayers aren’t answered by who she expected.
A Haunting In Venice (2023) – Review
In “A Haunting In Venice,” Hercule Poirot returns and makes it clear that, while the third movie starring the character, there is the potential for a James Bond-level number of movies starring lead and director Kenneth Branagh.
Burning Body: Season 1 – Review and Summary
Netflix’s “Burning Body” tells the spicy story of Rosa Peral, but fizzles out halfway through.
What Happens In The Dark (2023) – Review and Summary
“What Happens In The Dark” shows some signs it could have been interesting, but instead, it is lukewarm thanks to a lack of information about what’s going on, how we got here, and who is dishing out the consequences.
The Equalizer 3 (2023) – Review/ Summary
Denzel Washington makes what is likely to be his final return to “The Equalizer” franchise, and while he shows he still has it, the film doesn’t present much to show why this film needed to become a trilogy.
Midnight Hustle (2023) – Review and Summary
“Midnight Hustle” may not tap into its full potential, but what it does offer someone may find interesting.
Retribution (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
“Retribution,” without question, is very on-brand for Liam Neeson, but with his character stuck in a car and not fighting anyone, he channels his trademark intensity in a different way.
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.
Millennial Hunter (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
As long as you are just looking for a Boomer to kill some millennials, you have come to the right place. If you want more than just that, this may feel too barebones.
Mad Fate (2023) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
While “Mad Fate” is bizarre and makes an effort to keep up a high level of energy as you are led to wonder when, or if, its lead may snap and kill again, after a certain point, it becomes a bore.
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.
City On Fire: Season 1 – Recap and Review with Spoilers
The mystery in “City On Fire” of who shot Sam, thanks to Chase Sui Wonders, keeps you interested in the show as it struggles to build up its supporting cast.
Sisters (2023) – Movie Review (with Spoilers)
“Sisters” rushes through most of the sisters’ struggles and even the crimes they try to commit to get themselves out of succeeding bad situations.