Koi to Uso (Love & Lies): Season 1/ Episode 1 “First Love” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
So, Koi to Uso may very likely be one of my favorite shows of the summer. Live action shows included.
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Youkai Apartment no Yuuga na Nichijou: Season 1/ Episode 1 “First Haunting: Yushi and Kotobuki-so” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
You know, sometimes, to be fair, I just say a show isn’t for me. However, there is such a temptation to mark this negative just because it seems so uninspired.
Rita: Season 1/ Episode 1 “The Idealist” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Shows like this are why I’m a proud Netflix subscriber. For while Rita may not be an original property, Netflix uses its platform to expose you to some of the best non-English programming the world has to offer.
Knight’s & Magic: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Robots and Fantasy” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Though Knight’s & Magic has a pretty basic and uninspiring title, it is far from your basic anime. To me, it could be one of the productions which people argue is the top ten of the season.
Alice to Zouroku: Season 1 – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Alice to Zouroku starts off strong, but then it becomes a slice of life kind of show. One which just so happens to feature some low-key sci-fi elements.
Katsugeki! Touken Ranbu: Season 1/ Episode 1 “To The Frontlines” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
Samurais who are at war with demons who want to change history. Anyone else surprised this premise didn’t come from the SyFy network? Home of Sharknado.
Gypsy: Season 1/ Episode 1 “The Rabbit Hole” [Series Premiere] – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
I had intended to watch every episode of Gypsy. After all, out of all the jobs which get considered “Professional,” the occupation of therapy is seen the least. With that said, I have not struggled so much to finish a pilot in quite some time.
Andi Mack: Season 1 – Summary/ Review (with Spoilers)
What Girl Meets World started for the Disney Channel, Andi Mack picks up the baton. In its first season, it leads Disney away from the overtly silly characters and makes things more real. Topics which perhaps may have been taboo or for one-off episodes like discovering one’s homosexuality or unwed, possibly teenaged, pregnancy are made…
Free Rein: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Raven” [Series Premiere] – Introduction/ Review (with Spoilers)
Free Rein certainly won’t get Netflix new subscribers, but it may keep the kids, nieces/nephews, and little cousins of subscribers entertained. All the while, without the worry they may see something which requires an “adult” conversation.
Shingeki no Bahamut (Rage of Bahamut) – Virgin Soul: Season 1/ Episode 13 “A Farewell To Arms” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As strong of a showing as the Gods had, they are no match for Charioce’s secret weapon. One which reconnects him with Nina and puts, at the very least, a pause to the war.
Queen Sugar: Season 2/ Episode 3 “What Do I Care For Morning” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
“What Do I Care For Morning” is an episode of growth and recognizing the needs of another person. Be it Charley recognizing the needs of Davis or Ralph Angel to be a role model in their son’s lives. Perhaps recognizing the greatness and intellect in another person as Nova does. If not something as simple…
The Carmichael Show: Season 3/ Episode 6 “Shoot-Up-Able” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It’s the infamous mass shooting episode and, honestly, it kind of disappoints.
SukaSuka (World’s End): Season 1/ Episode 12 “Chtholly” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As has been seen since the beginning, SukaSuka tries to make up for its low points with violent high points. But this time, it actually nails having an emotional series of moments so that we get a complete and cohesive episode.
Daytime Divas: Season 1/ Episode 4 “Shut it Down” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Despite Mo only being acknowledged by text message, we are not without entertainment in “Shut It Down.” For between lesbians fantasies, more drama in Nina’s relationships, and Maxine wielding her power, there is something for everyone. Plus there is Kibby vs. Maddie. Something you don’t wanna miss.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 10 “Money In The Chase” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Season 1 of GLOW comes to an end with the queen of the Federation crowned. But, somethings regarding the characters go unresolved.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 9 “The Liberal Chokehold” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
With money low and seemingly it all over, the ladies of GLOW try to salvage this thing. Meanwhile, Sam gets some life changing news.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 8 “Maybe It’s All The Disco” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
It’s a bit of an emotional episode for everyone. Sheila gets to feel like one of the girls, Debbie has dinner with her husband, Sam goes through a breakup and someone has an abortion.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 7 “Live Studio Audience” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The first matches of GLOW happen and while not without some problems, at least no one gets injured.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 6 “This Is One Of Those Moments” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Debbie struggles to find a good rival, Ruth looks to be an authentic Russian character and Justine learns why it isn’t the best idea to meet your heroes.
Alice to Zouroku: Season 1/ Episode 12 “I’m Home” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Though Alice to Zouroku’s finale is as boring as the last few episodes, the ending has a sweetness to it. Especially the final moments which may bring you to tears.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 5 “Debbie Does Something” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As GLOW seems less like a dream and more of a reality, Debbie finds herself needing to get serious if she is going to the star of this thing.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 4 “The Dusty Spur” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
GLOW refocuses on the yet to be developed characters and takes a keen interest in Sheila, Carmen, and a little bit into Tammé.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 3 “The Wrath of Kuntar” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
In case you were wondering who and why someone would finance Sam’s all women’s wrestling federation? Well, you get your answer.
The Bold Type: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
What The Bold Type presents is what FreeForm is known for mixed with what made ABC Family great. It has FreeForm’s obsessive need to feature modelesque attractive young people. However, it also contains ABC Family’s ideology of pushing past the superficial and present stories and characters its viewers will become loyal to.
Re:Creators: Season 1/ Episode 12 “Be Desperate and Draw Something Fascinating” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Unfortunately, after Sota’s confession, we return to Meteora delivering a long explanation of how things work and what’s to come. Which, while informative, may bore you into a nice nap.
Andi Mack: Season 1/ Episode 12 “Best Surprise Ever” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Andi Mack’s season finale leaves us with a lot of hope for better things. Mostly when it comes to the various relationships in the series.
Shingeki no Bahamut (Rage of Bahamut) – Virgin Soul: Season 1/ Episode 12 “The Great Escape” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The war begins and humanity is nearly massacred. Thus leading Charoice to bring out the device he likely stole from the gods for a counterattack.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Slouch. Submit” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Glow is still struggling but is getting better. Mostly thanks to Cherry becoming more prominent as well as Melrose.
GLOW: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Glow doesn’t seem like a sure fire hit. If anything, like its wrestling theme, it’ll fit a niche. As for whether it is a big enough niche for Netflix to make another season? Well, let’s check out the rest of the season before saying that.
The Carmichael Show: Season 3/ Episode 5 “Cynthia’s Birthday” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
What are the rules of Black culture, much less the exceptions for white people saying the N-word? Said topics make for a weak episode, but I suspect the shooting one was supposed to be the peak before mundane topics.
Queen Sugar: Season 2/ Episode 2 “To Usward” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Grieving isn’t something just for the dead. A loss of innocence, relationships, these are worth mourning over. But from the dead, the richness of once was life, blooms something new. Something we see quite a bit of in “To Usward.”
Queen Sugar: Season 2/ Episode 1 “After The Winter” [Season Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
One of the hardly arguable highlights of Black media returns. And, as always, you find yourself smiling because of the family dynamics, crying tears over certain struggles they have, and end up triggered as well. To say the least, Queen Sugar remains an emotional roller coaster ride that as soon as it is over, you…
SukaSuka (World’s End): Season 1/ Episode 11 “Evidence of Existence” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
In Gomag City, where most of the lives Willem knew ended, Chtholly is triggered. Thus sending us into some flashbacks which answer, or clarify, a handful of things. Mostly in association with Willem.
Daytime Divas: Season 1/ Episode 3 “Blind Items” – Recap/ Reviews (with Spoilers)
If I was to be perfectly honest, I kind of want to drop this series. Yet, there is something which keeps me coming back. Maybe it is its potential? Perhaps the majority of the cast? It’s sort of hard to say, even with all that is noted below.
Alice to Zouroku: Season 1/ Episode 11 “The Queen and the Witch” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
With a reminder that children have feelings and perhaps how Sana came to be, the penultimate episode of Alice to Zouroku leaves you without excitement for the finale.
Re:Creators: Season 1/ Episode 11 “We cannot decide where we go but you can” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
After dancing around, if not outright avoiding the topic, Sota finally goes into his part in Shimazaki’s death.
Andi Mack: Season 1/ Episode 11 “Were We Ever?” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Bex’s influence continues to change Andi into a more confident person. Leading her to make a decision no one would expect. Especially Jonah.
Shingeki no Bahamt (Rage of Bahamut) – Virgin Soul: Season 1/ Episode 11 “Declaration of War” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The gods have had enough, and they believe El can turn the tide. So with Charoice refusing to bend the knee, so comes a declaration of war.
Crashing: Season 1/ Episode 6 [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
And so Crashing comes to an end which arguably can work as both a season and series finale. Even though one semi-major question is left unanswered.
