Drama

The human experience, sometimes at its most raw, is what you’ll find in the drama tag.

Nightmare Alley (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

Cooper’s charm, and Blanchett’s mischievous persona, are used to offset an overload of foreshadowing and a second-half which makes you wish this movie wasn’t 2 ½ hours.

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

Two is a notably strange movie that, unfortunately, doesn’t end with a quality reveal.

A Journal For Jordan (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

A Journal For Jordan is one of the most romantic movies you may have seen in a long time, and its highlight on the sacrifices of military families will pull at your heartstrings.

Licorice Pizza (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

Licorice Pizza uses every ounce of charm it can in an attempt to have you forget the lead characters have a 10+ year age difference, with one being a 15-year-old minor.

True To The Game 3 (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

The end of the trilogy is an utter free for all as bullets fly, threats are issues, and you are left wondering who will actually be alive by the time the credits roll?

A Holiday Chance (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

While A Holiday Chance may seem like a video on demand release rather than a theatrical one, this one is for you for those who like holiday family drama.

True Story: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Chapter 1: The King of Comedy” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

As most comedians, Kevin Hart continues his pursuit of diversifying his portfolio and while “The Kid” plays on what he knows, it is likely what makes his performance believable.

For The Love Of Money (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

For The Love Of Money may not stand out amongst crime dramas, but the storyline and performances keep you from getting bored.

Squid Games: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Red Light, Green Light” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

In its premiere episode, while things seem a bit dry at first, about halfway through the episode, you see what has people hyped about Squid Games.

C’mon C’mon (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

C’mon, C’mon might be seen as Joaquin Phoenix’s next big awards contender, but what it really does is set up Woody Norman to walk in Phoenix’s footsteps.

India Sweets and Spices (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

What may seem like a comedy about Indian culture, particularly romance, evolves into a complicated tale of a woman forced to give up her life.

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

Alongside reminding you why Halle Berry is an award-winning actress, Bruised shows her abilities as a director as she takes on one of the more challenging genres.

Women of the Movement: Season 1/ Episode 1 and Episode 2 [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

In the first two parts of Women Of The Movement, we’re reminded of the story of Emmett Till and explore the cover-up to keep him from being an international headline.

Tick, Tick… Boom! (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

Tick, Tick… Boom! is a love letter and a piece of encouragement to any creative who feels their youth is fleeting and their chance to make it alongside it.

Yellowjackets: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

Split between 25 years, we explore the lives before, during, and after a traumatic plane accident that left a New Jersey town soccer team doing what they had for survival.

Ragdoll: Season 1/ Episode 1 [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

While many may find the hook to be Lucy Hale in a police drama, believe me when I say the murder mystery, and all that’s behind it, is what makes you stick around.

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

The voice presented in Reasons pulls you between wanting a full-length movie focused on Mercy’s story and/or a series.

Prayers For The Stolen (2021) – Review/Summary (with Spoilers)

Prayers For The Stolen presents the fears involved when a lurking presence can, at any moment, rob you of your autonomy and joy.

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

Therapy is the kind of short that just starts getting good when it ends.

The Little Death (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

The Little Death chronicles the heartbreaking story of one couple trying to get pregnant and the test it presents for their marriage.

The Last Days (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

Despite a rather interesting premise, The Last Days devolves into a simple poem that acts as a reminder of racial injustice for Black people in the UK.

Lace: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Grapes of Wrath” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

If you ever wondered what How To Get Away With Murder would be like if it lowered its moral standups and upped the sexual content, you’d get Lace.

Last Night In Soho (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

If there was ever a reason to go to the movies, it would be for Last Night In Soho just because it tries to do so much, and surprisingly gets it right.

More Happiness (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

More Happiness is a bit strange and doesn’t really venture to demystify itself.

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

While at times excruciatingly dull, Kristen Stewart’s transformation, paired with the psychological aspect of being a public figure who is isolated and controlled, saves Spencer.

All Boys Aren’t Blue (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

Throw three monologues, we recount how a young man named Matthew found strength in community, through his Grandmother and eventually, himself.

The Harder They Fall (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

The Harder They Fall will remind you why westerns were once the most popular film genre and pushes Jeymes Samuel to potentially be this generation’s Quentin Tarintino.

The Novice (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

I want you to imagine the intensity in Black Swan mixed with Whiplash, and in that volatile mix, you’ll get Isabelle Fuhrman in The Novice.

Under My Skin (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

While Under My Skin may make you question “Where is this going” and “Why are four people playing one person?” you never get bored.

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

Sweetheart may not craft the best conflicts or resolutions, but it excels when it comes to teen romance and family dynamics.

On My Block: Season 4 – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

As On My Block prepares to become Freeridge, we get one last season with the OG characters, and, for the most part, they will be missed.

Halsey: If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power (2021) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)

In this pop epic, don’t expect much in the way of acting – it’s all about the visuals and music.

The World’s Finest Assassin Gets Reincarnated In Another World As An Aristocrat: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Plan 01: Quantum of Trust” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

You may think this is yet another reborn into a fantasy world anime, and you’d be right. However, this one has a far more interesting protagonist than most.

Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut: Season 1 Episode 1 “The Nosferatu Project” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)

Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut starts its season with a bit of information overload, but once the introductions stop, the fun begins.