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‘Bruised’ Knocks Halle Berry Down in Her Directorial Debut

by Sara Clements - November 23, 2021

Halle Berry’s directorial debut, Bruised, opens with the question: “Should women be in the cage?”. This is posed right before Berry’s Jackie Justice is seen jumping out of the cage during an MMA fight like, as is later described, a “scared rabbit.” Throughout the film, she’s reminded of the failure

‘The Harder They Fall’ Shows That Westerns Arent Dead, but in Rebirth

by Sara Clements - November 3, 2021

What was once a popular escape for the American moviegoer has been galloping across the silver screen less and less. But when a Western does show up, it’s like a prospector finding gold. The appeal of Westerns is that we know what we’re going to get, and that’s a comfort

“Halloween Kills” Is a Cheesy, Bloody Fun Slasher

by Sara Clements - October 19, 2021October 19, 2021

Michael Myers and Halloween have remained a staple of the season for over 40 years. He has haunted audiences, just as he has haunted Laurie Strode and Haddonfield, Illinois. You always know what to expect going into these films. Michael Myers survives his latest near-death encounter and is once again

Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation Set Release Date For Musical Vivo

by Sharronda Williams - July 21, 2021July 21, 2021

Netflix has released a new clip and release date for their upcoming animated film, Vivo, with the voice cast Lin-Manuel Miranda (Vivo), Zoe Saldaña (Rosa), Juan de Marcos (Andrés), Brian Tyree Henry (Dancarino), Michael Rooker (Lutador), Nicole Byer (Valentina), introducing Ynairaly Simo (Gabi), and Gloria Estefan (Marta). Vivo will center

‘Gunpowder Milkshake’ Review: Lena Headey and Karen Gillan Are a Brilliant Mother-Daughter Duo in this Badass, Neon-Soaked Action Thriller

by Zofia Wijaszka - July 14, 2021July 14, 2021

Women often follow in their mothers’ footsteps, whether it’s a career choice or aspects of their personal lives. But what if your mother is a lethal assassin and a killer for hire? Gunpowder Milkshake is a mother-daughter action film full of empowering female characters fighting for life and autonomy. With

Black Widow Brings Natasha’s Story Front and Center

by Sharronda Williams - July 8, 2021July 12, 2021

Black Widow, the latest film from Marvel Studio which will release in theaters and stream on Disney+ with Premier Access, centers around the story of Natasha Romanoff and her complicated past. I had a chance to attend a discussion with the stars of the film Scarlett Johansson (Natasha), Florence Pugh

Plan B Raucously Looks At A Serious Issue

by DarkSkyLady - June 18, 2021

Road trip stories have an opportunity to do so much. They can include a coming-of-age talelike Dutch or horror like The Hitcher. The pivotal ingredient is we need to care about the lead/s, not necessarily positively. We can, after all, watch a film hoping for a horrendous character’s demise. Either

‘Luca’ Is a Heartwarming Adventure That Celebrates the Underdog

by Sara Clements - June 18, 2021

Italian director and storyboard artist, Enrico Casarosa, has established what kind of stories he wants to tell. His short film La Luna, and now his feature debut Luca, are both films set in Italy and inspired by the filmmaker’s childhood. The films’ characters coming of age in an individualistic and unique way,

Luca Is A Beautiful Coming Of Age Story About The Power Of Friendship

by Sharronda Williams - June 17, 2021June 22, 2021

Luca, the latest animated film which will stream on Disney+, centers around a coming of age story that takes place in the amazing backdrop of Italy. I had a chance to attend a discussion with the stars of the film Jacob Tremblay (Luca), Jack Dylan Grazer (Alberto), Emma Berman (Guilina),

‘Cruella’ Is a Punk Infused Blast and the Best of Disney Live-Action

by Sara Clements - May 26, 2021May 26, 2021

It’s the adrenaline. The feeling of being surrounded by a group of people all in eager anticipation. A range of emotions and a crescendo of sounds make the setting feel like it’s pulsating. Then, the lights dim, and your favorite rock star rises from beneath the stage surrounded by fog.

‘The Woman in the Window’ Finds Amy Adams In Another Bad Netflix Movie

by Sara Clements - May 13, 2021

I always say that if a film or television show features a dollhouse then we’re in for a ride. The Woman in the Window certainly is a ride, but it’s more a rough one through backwoods than coasting along the smooth pavement. A film plagued with rewrites and reshoots more

Alexandre Aja’s ‘Oxygen’ Won’t Just Have You Gasping for Air

by Sara Clements - May 12, 2021

If you don’t think you’re claustrophobic, you may reconsider after watching Netflix’s Oxygen. Following a woman’s fight for survival when she wakes up in a cryogenic unit with only 35% oxygen left, Alexandre Aja opens his latest film with the image of a lab rat stuck in a never-ending maze –

A Black Lady Sketch Show Season 2 Is Funnier Than Its Predecessor

by DarkSkyLady - May 12, 2021

A Black Lady Sketch Show Season 2 Review

A Black Lady Sketch Show season 1, when it aired in 2019 had peaks and valleys. Unsurprising given how sketch comedy is; some sketches work while others fall short of hitting the mark between truth—however exaggerated—and comedy. Still, the initial season with actresses Robin Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Gabrielle Dennis,

Jupiter’s Legacy Season 1 Review: This Superhero Family Drama Lacks Focus And Superheroics

by Rafael Motamayor - May 7, 2021

We've reached a point where no matter your taste, there's a superhero show out there for you. Do you want gory satires that deconstruct the meaning of a superhero? Watch The Boys. Do you want an action thriller? Watch Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Want an animated meta-comedy? How about

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Establishes A New Republic With A Fun Batch Of Characters

by Sharronda Williams - May 7, 2021May 10, 2021

Stars Wars: The Bad Batch, the latest animated series now streaming on Disney+, centers around the adventures of Clone Force 99. I had a chance to attend a discussion with the director and head writer of Star Wars: The Bad Batch Brad Rau, Jennifer Corbett, and voice actor Dee Bradley Baker moderated by

‘Things Heard & Seen’ Stumbles In Its Successful Attempt to Revitalize Haunted House Horror

by Sara Clements - April 29, 2021

The easiest way to describe Things Heard & Seen is to imagine if Dan Brown wanted to write a ghost story and it got adapted into a film. While based on the novel All Things Cease to Appear by Elizabeth Brundage, it’s not just a simple horror, mystery, drama, or

‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines’ Is A Triumph For Netflix

by Sara Clements - April 27, 2021

There’s something special about those films that can pull you out of a negative spiral, even just for two hours. The Mitchells vs. The Machines is such a film. And after the year we’ve had, it feels needed to escape into a wondrous, action-fuelled explosion of luscious splendor. The visually

Mare of Easttown is a Mystery Worth Exploring

by Valerie Thompson - April 16, 2021

A community is rocked by the sins of its past and an all too present murder mystery in HBO’s “Mare of Easttown.” Set in a small Pennsylvania town, the plot follows Mare Sheehan as she investigates a local woman’s murder. As Sheehan deals with the revelations surrounding the horrific event,

HBO Max’s Ballroom Competition Series Legendary Set To Return May 6

by Sharronda Williams - April 16, 2021April 16, 2021

HBO Max has released the official teaser trailer for the second season of their ballroom competition series Legendary. For season 2 10 new houses will compete on the catwalk to battle for the legendary trophy and the $100,000 cash prize. MC Dashaun Wesley along with judges Leiomy Maldonado, Jameela Jamil, Law Roach, and Grammy® winner Megan Thee Stallion will crown

Netflix Bets On Dead With Army Of The Dead Official Trailer

by Sharronda Williams - April 13, 2021

Netflix has released the official trailer for their upcoming film, Army of the Dead, starring Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy), Ella Purnell (Never Let Me Go), and Ana de la Reguera (Narcos). Army of the Dead will follow a group of mercenaries attempting to pull off a heist in Las

Godzilla Vs. Kong Review: A Worthy Fight Between Titans

by Rafael Motamayor - April 9, 2021

There was only one thing that really mattered going into the latest film in the MonsterVerse: would the titular fight be worth the six-year wait? Thankfully, the answer is a resounding yes! Unfortunately, this isn't exactly the home run it could have been. You don't really want a recap of the

‘Thunder Force’ Proves There’s No Such Thing As Unlikely Heroes

by Sara Clements - April 9, 2021

The phrase “Everyone can be a superhero” is a common one. And believable, too, until you watch movies. When I think of a superhero, I see someone hot or young and hot. Someone the media would label as desirable. It’s hard for me to think of a superhero who doesn’t

Netflix Releases Trailer For New Series Jupiter’s Legacy

by Sharronda Williams - April 7, 2021April 13, 2021

Netflix has released the official trailer for their upcoming series, Jupiter's Legacy, starring Josh Duhamel (Transformers), Ben Daniels (The Crown), and Leslie Bibb (Iron Man). Jupiter's Legacy will focus on the first-generation superheroes having to depend on their children to take over their legacy. Jupiter's Legacy will be available on

Space Jam: A New Legacy Official Trailer Is Finally Here

by Sharronda Williams - April 3, 2021

Warner Bros has released the official trailer for their upcoming film, Space Jam: A New Legacy, starring Lebron James (Trainwreck), Don Cheadle (Avengers:Endgame), and Sonequa Martin-Green (Star Trek Discovery). Space Jam: A New Legacy will begin a new chapter with Lebron James being trapped along with his son Dom in

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