Fatal Seduction (2023) – Season 1 Summary and Review
Netflix’s “Fatal Seduction” is a South-African soap opera that’s filled with plenty of spicy sex scenes, but not enough excitement in its murder mystery.
Drama
The human experience, sometimes at its most raw, is what you’ll find in the drama tag.
Insidious: The Red Door (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Insidious: The Red Door” is a reminder of why it has been so refreshing for new horror movies to not only come out but also get a marketing budget so that you know they exist.
For People In Trouble (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
In this step-by-step short regarding an environmental apocalypse, a couple meets, reaches a high, and falls apart as their means of fighting what’s coming differs short term, and the long-term goal is unable to unite them.
The Sperm Bank (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Can you imagine, to hopefully have kids one day, having to go to a room where everyone knows what you are doing and… you know.
Fish Out Of Water (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
A young woman who has figured out a way to barely survive finds her estranged father at her doorstep, willing to offer help, but there is a question if old memories will impede forgiveness.
Sealed Off (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Sealed Off” acts as a reminder that nowhere you go, or what time period, men can be trash. Also, there are certain parts of history that, for some, have been muzzled a bit.
The K-Town Killer (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
When you learn how to fight back, it is hard to show restraint when there remain bullies in the world, as shown by “The K-Town Killer.”
Let Liv (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Alcoholism is a disease which can get passed down from generation to generation but separately, then together, a mother and daughter seek out help with their addiction.
Restless In The Night (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Presenting multiple examples of advocating for others and yourself, “Restless Is The Night” is both cautionary and a call to action.
Run Rabbit Run (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
While many horror films have drama elements, “Run Rabbit Run” flips things and is a drama with horror elements that doesn’t necessarily do much beyond give us a creepy child.
Blood (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
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“Blood” takes a different approach than many when it comes to questioning or bringing up a cultural faux pas.
Through My Window: Across The Sea (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
While tediously as long as its predecessor, “Through My Window: Across The Sea” still works well as “365 Days” young adult counterpart.
Boca Chica (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Boca Chica” is a gorgeous, painful, yet sobering look at the lies families tell themselves in order to survive.
The Angry Black Girl And Her Monster (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tragic and graphic, “The Angry Girl and Her Monster” causes the kind of combative feelings that make it something you have to experience for yourself.
Unlocking A ‘Jagged Mind’ (2023) – Review/Summary (with Spoilers)
A disturbing, cinematic journey, offering a thought-provoking exploration of toxic relationships, and resilience, alongside cultural and personal patterns.
I.S.S (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
In “I.S.S.,” it appears Ariana DeBose plans to actively avoid the usual Oscar slump a lot of people, especially people of color, experience via a sci-fi drama where there is a nuclear war and a battle for the International Space Station.
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.
Sublime (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Sublime” delivers a slice-of-life story, and performances that gives perhaps the most tame LGBT story you may have ever watched.
Dead Girls Dancing (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Dead Girls Dancing” feels aimless as you await the story to pick up and make clear what we’re building up to.
Let’s Not Jump to Conclusions: White Men Can’t Jump (1992) vs (2023)
From the courts of the late twentieth century to the modern era, ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ takes the stage once again. The original brought a story to the game and the 2023 remake breaks barriers and defies expectations. Yet, this version still leaves audiences desiring true novelty despite the cheesy allure of its hapless twists and surface-level exploration of human suffering.
Dalíland (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Mary Herron and John C. Walsh’s “Dalíland” portrays the life of one of art’s most celebrated and inspiring figures with a tame and uninspiring story.
Cold Copy (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tracee Ellis Ross continues to push beyond her comedy empire with the kind of role which deserves to be in awards contentions.
The Listener (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Listener,” focused on a peer crisis hotline worker, is a stirring, frustrating, and potentially tear-inducing film.
You’ll Never Find Me (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Starring only two people, “You Will Never Find Me” is a masterful depiction of building up to something bizarre and making every moment worth it.
The Graduates (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Graduates,” thankfully avoids showing a school shooting, but what’s left leaves you wanting more.
Our Son (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Our Son” presents a shift in Billy Porter’s career from being the loudest in the room due to his booming voice to being the most notable due to his performance.
Blue Jean (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Georgia Oakley’s “Blue Jean” is an honest, complex, and relevant portrait of how anti-LGBT laws impact the individual.
Reality (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tina Satter’s direction and Sidney Sweeney’s performance create a terrifying yet true nightmare in “Reality.”
Past Lives (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Beautiful and slow-moving, “Past Lives” reminds you that love is often a series of decisions that inspire feelings, not the other way around.
The Boogeyman (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Boogeyman” crafts grief, scares, and compelling performances in a way few monster movies do.
Yellowjackets: Season 2 – Recap and Review (with Spoilers)
Season 2 of the five-season planned “Yellowjackets” drags early on and seems imbalanced between the past and present, but does end on a high note.
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.
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.
On Our Way (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
While at times slow-moving, the love story between Rosemary and Henry will make you swoon, just as much as Michael Richardson plays up a tortured soul type.
City On Fire: Character Guide
A character guide for Apple TV+’s “City On Fire,” with character descriptions, quotes, names of actors, and more.
Sanctuary (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Margaret Qualley presents a dictionary-worthy depiction of mind f*** that deserves notice.
Big Boss (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Keke Palmer’s “Big Boss” certainly had the potential to be something notable, but the music interrupts what brings the film value.
Monica (2023) – Movie Review and Summary
“Monica,” in avoiding dramatics or the usual trauma porn feel of LGBTQIA+ stories, presents something which leaves you wanting more, in good and bad ways.
