Genie (2023) – Movie Review/Summary
“Genie” may focus on a father’s decline professionally and personally to begin, but once McCarthy shows up, it is no longer about that, and she steals the film.
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Bupkis (2023) – Season 1 Review with Spoilers
“Bupkis” means “nothing of value or significance.” But a show about nothing would still be more interesting than a show about Pete Davidson’s life.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 10 “Don’t Look Back” [Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“Bel-Air” ends on a high note as Will and Carlton’s junior year ends on a bang, and we’re promised one hellacious summer.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 9 “Just Like Old Times” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Will confronts Doc about what he is doing, Doc’s long-term plans involving Phil come out. Also, Carlton is given a chance to tell the truth about what happened.
Saturday Night Live: Season 48/Episode 18 “Ana de Armas/Karol G” Review
Ana de Armas is team player in a charming and fun Saturday Night Live.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 8 “Pursuit of Happiness” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Doc’s big secret is revealed, as is the reason why Aunt Viv doesn’t trust Erika, and while there are reconciliations or attempts, some don’t take.
Saturday Night Live: Season 48/Episode 17 “Molly Shannon/Jonas Brothers” Review
Molly Shannon’s anticipated return is hurt by unfocused writing in a disappointing SNL.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 7 “Under Pressure” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As a bomb is dropped on Carlton’s pursuit of the Founders Award, Jackie’s past reeks its head, and Frederick, Geoffrey’s son, comes for a visit.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 6 “Let The Best Man Win” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It is a Banks family reunion, and alongside meeting Phil’s mother and brother, we learn competition runs deep in his family.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 5 “Excellence Is Everywhere” – Recap/ Review
In the aftermath of Will’s actions, things aren’t looking too bad. However, while things are looking up for him, everyone else is trying to manage with varying difficulty levels.
Poker Face (2023) – Season 1 Review
Rian Johnson and Natasha Lyonne’s Poker Face is a character-driven mystery and my favorite show of 2023 so far.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 4 Recap “Don’t Kill My Vibe”
As everyone moves on from protesting and deals with the aftermath, new issues pop up, including old issues put on characters’ backburners.
Saturday Night Live: Season 48/Episode 15 “Jenna Ortega/1975” Review
This week’s Saturday Night Live featured confident writing and a committed Jenna Ortega!
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 3 “Compromised” – Recap/ Review
As Carlton tries to decide whether to put the group or himself first, while battling anxiety, Ms. Bassin and the administration apply pressure.
Bel-Air: Season 2/ Episode 1 “A Fresh Start” – Recap/ Review
“Bel-Air” returns with only two weeks passing in their world, but so much changing as Will gets a taste of being on his own.
The Resort: Season 1 – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
“The Resort” may not have the best payoff for its central mystery, but the relationships between the characters might save it for you.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 8 “The Disillusionment of Time” [Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“The Resort” ends with a satisfying conclusion that may leave a ton of questions, but it does avoid being a disappointment.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 7 “La Pubertad del Matrimonio” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Emma and company come ever closer to Pasaje, but there remains no sign of Sam or Violet’s whereabouts.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 6 “Hünch fò Llub Sēēth” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
A new character brings us closer to where Sam and Violet might be, but their history with Baltasar may leave us on a cliffhanger.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 5 “El Espejo” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“The Resort” follows up on what happened with Sam and Violet after Alex found them, and Baltasar questions Emma and Noah to the point of new evidence and a personal reveal.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 4 “A History of Forgetting” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
On top of learning who was the unidentified man who died, Baltasar also reveals the history of the Oceana Vista, including its final days.
The Resort Cast & Character Guide
A reference guide for Peacock’s “The Resort,” including character descriptions, names of actors, quotes from the series, and more.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 3 “Tempus Exhaurire” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As we watch the relationship between Violet and Sam begin, Emma and Noah come upon the place where they may have last been seen.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 2 “A Noxious Toothworm” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Emma digs deeper into the suspected deaths of Sam and Violet, multiple stark and notable warnings try to impede her from continuing her investigation.
The Resort: Season 1/ Episode 1 “The Disappointment of Time” [Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Two couples, separated by 15 years, find themselves at the potential end of their relationship. However, a murder mystery might be able to save one of them.
Firestarter (2022) – How It Ended and What Could Come Next
A summary of how Firestarter (2022) ended and whether a prequel or sequel is possible.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 10 “Where To?” [Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
In the Bel-Air season finale, Lou arrives and reveals his side of the story as Hillary plans her next move, and Lisa decides whether to give Will a second chance.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 9 “Can’t Knock The Hustle” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The men of Bel-Air create space to be vulnerable with one another and their significant others, which doesn’t always lead to reconciliation but does leave the door open.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 8 “No One Wins When The Family Feuds” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It’s Will’s 17th birthday, but between conversations about his father, Viv, and Vy conflicting over the past, and Phil’s campaign, he isn’t the star on his big day.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 7 “Payback’s a B*tch” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Phil and Viv reveal what led to the cracks in their marriage, Will is trying to balance his relationships with Lisa and Carlton, and Hillary deals with the rise of “Thirsty Chef.”
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 6 “The Strength to Smile” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It’s time for the event, which honors Gayle, Lisa’s mother, and Viv’s best friend. But, naturally, personal drama is brought to the event and leads to a few tense moments.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 5 “PA to LA” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As the question of whether Will is staying in Bel-Air is proposed, Hillary and Viv make progress in their careers and relationship, and Phil’s political campaign hits a crossroad.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 4 “Canvass” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Will tries to make peace with Carlton, Geoffrey is working on keeping him and Ashley alive. Also, Hillary and Jazz properly meet for the first time.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 3 “Yamacraw” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Things seem to only be getting worse for Carlton as Will, within weeks, has taken over all he held sacred from school, to his girl, and even his family.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Keep Ya Head Up” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The war between Carlton and Will begins, and with Will winning people over quickly, Carlton feels threatened.
Bel-Air: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Dreams and Nightmares” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
We get cursing, drug use, teen drama, and violence in what is deservingly called the dark Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reboot.