Liza, Liza, Skies are Grey – Review/ Summary
Thanks to a series of rather strange events, “Liza, Liza, Skies are Grey” loses its chance to be a cute teen romance.
Drama
The human experience, sometimes at its most raw, is what you’ll find in the drama tag.
Hightown: Season 1 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
While “Hightown” struggles to find its groove at first, after discarding a few storylines and characters, it picks up the pace and becomes a reason to subscribe to Starz.
Fatal Affair (2020) – Review/ Summary (Spoilers)
“Fatal Affair” is tame, predictable, and lacks any sort of chemistry between its lead actress and her co-stars.
I May Destroy You: Season 1 – Review/ Summary (Spoilers)
“I May Destroy You” presents far more than a narrative about navigating life post being raped. It is a conversation starter with a wide range of topics.
P-Valley: Season 1 Episode 1 “Perpertratin'” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
“P-Valley” offers you everything and more as its girls present something far beyond a southern version of “Hustlers.”
Little Voice: Season 1 Episode 1 “I Don’t Know” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
“Little Voice” is an absolutely adorable show, but if you don’t already have Apple TV+, is it worth another subscription?
Japan Sinks: 2020: Season 1 Episode 1 “The Beginning Of The End” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
As we’re introduced to the Mutoh family and witness the graphic aftermath of an earthquake, there is a need to question if “Japan Sinks: 2020” may pick up.
I Am Not Okay With This: Season 1 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“I Am Not Okay With This” benefits from understanding the normalcy of weird, but its story, which sometimes drags, keeps it from being as good as its potential.
Only (2019) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“Only” is a sci-fi drama, with a small cast, that is less about entertaining its audience and more about trying to use the sci-fi element for a bait and switch.
10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“10 Things We Should Do Before We Break Up” is an odd romantic drama in which a woman mulls an abortion or turning a one night stand into a lifetime commitment.
Gleipnir: Season 1 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
While an inconsistent villain presence does sometimes plague “Gleipnir,” in terms of character investment and story? It goes beyond expectations.
Sing ‘Yesterday’ For Me: Season 1 – Review, Summary with Spoilers
“Sing ‘Yesterday’ For Me” does well in the beginning, but as time goes on, its pacing starts to dismantle its highlights.
Looks That Kill (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“Looks That Kill” makes for a lukewarm dark comedy, but has a romance that makes it worth viewing.
Miss Juneteenth (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
While “Miss Juneteenth” acts as a timely history lesson, it is the mother/ daughter relationship that is the main draw.
Insecure: Season 4 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“Insecure,” after a lengthy hiatus, returns, and while it does contain explosive moments, it’s the quiet ones that bring out its best scenes.
Vida: Season 3 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
After a ten-episode season in season 2, the 6 episode season 3 feels like a disservice to such a great show.
The King Of Staten Island (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
Unfortunately, it takes “The King of Staten Island” almost an hour, out of 2, to be all that you expected and hoped it would be.
365 Days (365 DNI) (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“365 Days” tries to make Stockholm syndrome sexy and ends up just making a big-budget soft-core porn.
I May Destroy You: Season 1 Episode 1 “Eyes Eyes Eyes Eyes” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
“I May Destroy You” begins not with the crime central to its marketing, but a reminder of the person who preceded the adjectives placed on assault survivors.
The Healer (2017) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
While “The Healer” isn’t made to withstand scrutiny, it is an entertaining film to watch while in quarantine.
Our House (2018) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
If you like your horror slow churning, not reliant on gore, but still may not be the best to watch at night, “Our House” could do the trick.
The High Note (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
On top of making you question why Tracee Ellis Ross isn’t a movie star, you’ll be SO MAD you likely won’t get to see this in theaters.
Inheritance (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“Inheritance” may not be a fast-paced thriller, but it will still give you the kind of ending that’ll make your eyes blare and jaw drop.
Double Cross: Season 1, Episode 1 [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
“Double Cross” in its premiere episode, thanks to Ashley A. Williams, will have you hooked and wanting more.
Blood & Water: Season 1 Episode 1 “Fiksation” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
“Blood & Water” has potential, due to its kidnapping mystery, but whether it’s potential will be realized is hard to say.
Last Moment of Clarity (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
Taking note of its criminal element, it’s ultimately the love we see blossom or renewed, that drives “Last Moment of Clarity.”
Sex Education: Season 2 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
In season 2 of Sex Education, the show moves beyond the physical act of sex and focuses more on intimacy – both in and out of the bedroom.
Dare Me: Season 1 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“Dare Me,” as it explored the intimate relationships between a small town’s cheerleading squad, provides some of the best teen drama, not (originally) on FreeForm or Netflix.
John Henry (2020) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
Between flinch worthy violence, Terry Crews and Ken Foree, alongside a handful of jokes, there is more good to say about “John Henry” than bad.
Love Is Blind (2019) – Review, Summary with Spoilers
Um, “Love Is Blind,” the movie not the TV show, is mid-level “What did I just watch?” Specifically in a, “Am I supposed to find this funny?” kind of way.
9-1-1: Season 3 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
In its 3rd season, “9-1-1” presents minor improvements, but due to being a procedural, which leads to some inconsistency, it often feels like more of the same.
The Good Doctor: Season 3 – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
Season 3 of “The Good Doctor,” especially the second half, felt like it was meant to do course correction and present fans with long-desired moments and open them to new possibilities.
Hightown: Season 1 Episode 1 “Love You Like A Sister” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
“Hightown” aims to hit all your crime drama needs with drugs, sex, murder, gangs, and a lead seeking a path of redemption.
18 Presents – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“18 Presents” or “18 Regali” is an ode to those who lost their mothers and need an excuse to cry.
All Day And A Night (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“All Day And A Night” might become a classic considering how it explores the downfall of a young man who lives up to the legacy his father left behind.
Betty: Season 1 Episode 1 “Key Party” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
Fridays on HBO been their day to show something different from their Sunday night fare, and “Betty” is no different as it focuses on the daily life of skaters.
The Half Of It (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
“The Half of It” brings a positive spin on small-town America, while still pushing how getting out of your comfort zone is necessary to grow.
Dangerous Lies (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
Twist, turns, backstabbings, gunshots and more, all allow “Dangerous Lies” to not be the best film out there, but entertaining.
Summertime: Season 1 Episode 1 “I Hate Summer” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
For those looking for a new teen drama, “Summertime” likely can deliver the romance and drama you desire.
