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.
Issa Rae
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is a thrilling and gorgeous tribute to animation and superheroes, yet it spins more webs than it can handle.
A Back Lady Sketch Show: Season 4 – Review
A Black Lady Sketch Show may be missing some old cast members, but Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, and
Skye Townsend become comedy all-stars.
10 Movies and Shows to Watch for Mental Health Awareness Month
For Mental Health Awareness Month, here are 10 movies and shows that explore mental illness and how it impacts people.
A Black Lady Sketch Show: Season 4, Episode 6 “Check Yo’ Slack Every 5 to Stay Alive” – Finale Review
“A Black Lady Sketch Show” ends season 4 with a commitment to chaos and characters that is certain to continue.
A Black Lady Sketch Show: Season 4, Episode 4 “My Love Language is Words of Defamation” Review
The improv is especially high in “My Love Language is Words of Defamation” which makes for a loose and funny but unfocused episode.
Rap Sh!t: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Something For The City” [Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“Rap Sh!t” may start a little rough as the lead eclipses a lot of the show’s potential assets with her insecurities, but once her best friend does some course correction, it takes off.
Insecure: Season 5/ Episode 10 “Everything Gonna Be, Okay?!” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Through a sometimes-dizzying number of time jumps, viewers get closure about where Issa and her friends end up in life, together, and in their relationships.
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.
The Lovebirds (2020) – Review/ Summary with Spoilers
Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani are well paired in “The Lovebird” as their brands of awkward collide and create a chaotic romance.
Should We Be Worried About Three Notable Movies Starring Black People Going Digital?
Currently, three films with a Black lead have been shifted from a theatrical release to digital, should this raise a red flag?
Insecure Cast and Character Guide
A cast and character guide for HBO series Insecure featuring who plays who, information about each character, and other noteworthy information about the show.
The Lovebirds – Trailer, Synopsis, and First Impressions
One of the casualties of the coronavirus, Issa Rae’s “The Lovebirds,” is coming to Netflix, and they FINALLY gave the release date.
Insecure: Season 4 Episode 1 “Lowkey Feelin’ Myself” [Season Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“Insecure” returns, and it seems like the beginning of the end for Molly and Issa’s friendship.
The Photograph (2020) – Review/ Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Photograph” develops a mother/daughter relationship, a romance, as well as explores one woman’s struggle with the concept of love.
Hair Love (2019) – Review, Summary (with Spoilers)
Hair Love is a nod to those who have kinky, curly hair, and those who help them looking cute.
Little (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
While reimagining classic films usually deserve a side-eye, Little brings something completely new and leaves you feeling like it is long overdue.
Insecure: Season 3 – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
In season 3, Issa finally has real stable growth as Molly continues to seem stagnant. But, when it comes to their friend group, they’re dealing with growing pains of a different kind.
Insecure: Season 3/ Episode 8 “Ghost-Like” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Insecure season 3 doesn’t end with a bang but, like past seasons, Issa finds herself distancing more from the show’s name and into a good place.
Insecure: Season 3/ Episode 1 “Better-Like” [Season Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
With every season, Issa and Molly try to change for the better – but it is a struggle. However, with a focus on setting boundaries, they make steps forward.
Insecure: Season 1/ Episode 1 "Insecure as Fuck" [Series Premiere] – Overview/ Review (with Spoilers)
Overview Whether you were an Awkward Black Girl fan or the marketing for this show got your interest peaked, welcome the next series which shows TV is way ahead of the game when it comes to diverse depictions of Black folk.
