First Impression (2018) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
First Impression is a bargain bin movie which is corny, may not have the best plot but is nonetheless enjoyable.
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Oh, Ramona! (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Oh, Ramona! has a mini-series vibe which makes the movie, while enjoyable, feel long.
Always Be My Maybe (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Always Be My Maybe is definitely longer than it should be, but that doesn’t take away from the light comedy, cute romance, and moments which may make you tear up.
Late Night (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Late Night attempts to address ageism, racism, and sexism, while still being funny, and throwing in a bit of romance, and buckles under such lofty goals.
A Dog’s Journey (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
A Dog’s Journey builds upon what was great about A Dog’s Purpose but now has it where the humans and dogs both have an emotionally impactful story.
The Sun Is Also A Star (2019) [Movie] – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Compared to the book, the film version of The Sun Is Also A Star loses what made Natasha such a great character and, plainly, is a disappointing adaptation.
Good Sam (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Good Sam is breezy, likable, avoids any controversial topics, and focuses on an ambitious young reporter trying to find if good people still exist.
Premature (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Premature presents a touching love story which comes off so deeply personal it’ll lead you to question if it is an ode to the writers’ first love.
The Sun Is Also A Star (Book) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
The Sun Is Also A Star is a welcome change from the usual YA novel by addressing the idea of fate and taking it to task.
The Sun Is Also A Star: Pages 152 to 299 – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
We’re taking a huge leap, about 150 pages, which holds a HUGE amount of drama – and some good old fashion tension (partly of the sexual kind).
Long Shot (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
In a strange twist, Rogen ups his game to what you’d expect from Theron, and while he maintains his comedic style, he also veers towards being a more serious actor.
The Last Summer (2019) – Summer, Review (with Spoilers)
All of Netflix’s past teen romance films seemingly were all just a warm-up for The Last Summer.
The Sun Is Also A Star: Pages 102 to 151 – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Natasha begins to develop hope, but that is met with a few realizations, particularly with Daniel’s family, which could kill things like a relaxer.
The Sun Is Also A Star: Pages 51 to 101 – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Natasha finds herself stalked by Daniel, yeah it’s one of those books, but he might just be growing on her.
His Father’s Voice (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
His Father’s Voice is the rare ode to the influence a father’s love has on a person, as well as the richness of Indian culture.
Someone Great (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
One of two things comes from Someone Great: Wanting to call your best friends and say you love them, or wishing you have best friends you could call.
The Sun Is Also A Star: Pages 1 to 50 – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
We begin The Sun Is Also A Star, learning about our leads and their families, alongside random people who’ll likely be cut from the movie.
Who Would You Take to a Deserted Island? (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
While you can see each actor giving it their all, there is a bit of a disconnect which may not allow you to get as emotional as they get.
Guava Island (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
A beautiful love story mixes in with a political message to create the wonderful Guava Island.
After (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
After hopes between an English accent, a troubled boy, and a girl you could live vicariously through, it may be able to keep your attention.
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.
Five Feet Apart (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Five Feet Apart not only delivers the expected tears but the kind of performances which legitimize the YA genre beyond predecessors.
Bronx SIU: Season 1, Episode 1 “Pride Cometh Before…” [Series Premiere] – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
Bronx SIU is the show to watch if you are curious about what UMC has to offer for it is just, read the premiere recap/ review.
Alone/Together (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Alone/Together is a bit forgettable, but makes for a breezy watch, as most Philippines based romances do.
Isn’t It Romantic (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Isn’t It Romantic is not only comical but finds an appropriate way to address what it is like to be a woman who is plus sized without making her the joke.
Alita: Battle Angel (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Alita: Battle Angel may have stunning action and special effects, but it’s mostly for naught since the emotional element is very hit and miss.
Untogether (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Untogether avoids the sisterhood you’d want to see develop for them to deal with their older boyfriends, and possibly their daddy issues.
I Want to Eat Your Pancreas – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
While I Want To Eat Your Pancreas is a bit heavy-handed about its lead character’s death, at first, it’ll still find a way to leave you in tears.
The Unicorn (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
The Unicorn, in many ways, is like your first time. Awkward, slightly comical, but unlike many people’s first times, it lasts a bit too long.
What Men Want (2019) – Summary, Review (With Spoilers)
What Men Want may be a reimagining of What Women Want, but Taraji P. Henson not only makes the movie premise her own but brings a truly hilarious experience.
Anywhere With You (2019) – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Anywhere With You is an adorable movie which shows the challenges a young, newly to LA couple, deal with over the course of 24 hours.
Then Came You (2019) – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Likely, by the end of Then Came You, you’ll be crying from both eyes, have snot on your upper lip, and will have a trembling lip.
Lady-Like – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Lady-Like has the vibe of a web series and it being a movie is ultimately upsetting for you are left wanting more.
Only Mine (2019) – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
While a bit of a bargain bin movie, that isn’t to say you may not get a kick out of Only Mine.
Kaguya-Sama: Love Is War: Season 1/ Episode 1 [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
High energy, ridiculous, yet also playing out the anxiety and power dynamics of love, Kaguya-Sama: Love Is War is one of the best romance shows you will see.
Domestic Girlfriend: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Will You Do It With Me, Here” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Domestic Girlfriend takes a bit to get interesting, but with one drastic maneuver, it has you wishing you could binge watch.
If Beale Street Could Talk – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
If Beale Street Could Talk may not meet expectations, but that’s because it subverts that for what cinema, especially Black cinema, needs.
Mojin – The Lost Legend – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
While it certainly feels bloated at times, Mojin: The Lost Legend is, at times, a thrilling action movie.
Entanglement – Review (With Spoilers)
In this dark romantic comedy, a man on the edge finds himself pulled back by this person who nearly was his adopted sister.
