"NOWHERE" is a dramatic thriller about a pregnant woman's harrowing journey, made compelling by Anna Castillo's stellar acting. Despite plot weaknesses, it delivers a tale of survival and hope.…
Continue ReadingAs a kid who grew up reading too many books, Roald Dahl was my favorite author. I would spend my school break immersing myself in Dahl’s books to escape the hot Arizona summers. I’ve read most of his short stories, along with all of his books, at least two times. I was excited and hesitant when I heard that Wes Anderson was adopting four of his short stories on Netflix this year. Anderson’s best work was his adaptation of FANTASTIC…
Continue ReadingSPY KIDS: ARMAGEDDON is a fun, family, friendly film. It actually was okay for adults if you are able to suspend all disbelief and just go with the premise, plot, and gadgets.…
Continue ReadingREPTILE is filled with an outstanding, understated performance from Benicia del Toro while stuck within a so-so story.…
Continue ReadingTHE WONDERFUL STORY OF HENRY SUGAR is Wes Anderson’s latest creative endeavor. It is a mere 39 minutes of recreating one of Roald Dahl’s exquisite tales just exactly as it was originally written.…
Continue ReadingDEAR CHILD is a limited series mystery thriller. Intense, exciting, and thoroughly entertaining is how I would describe this story about kidnapping and psychological terror.…
Continue ReadingLOVE AT FIRST SIGHT is a sweet, adorable rom/com surprise. It made me laugh, smile, and shed a tear at the infinite possibilities of finding love and defying the odds.…
Continue ReadingVIRGIN RIVER was another whirlwind of emotional highs and lows. It was a better season filled with stories that took us on entertaining twists and turns.…
Continue ReadingDenzel outperforming lesser material yet again.…
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