First things first. This is a charity film and 100 percent of its proceeds go to Paul Newman’s foundation for children suffering from life-threatening diseases. I had to keep reminding myself about this fact every time I thought the film could not get any more regressive and then it did. The Healer is the story […]
The Help is a southern melodrama that pushes for racial equality. As the tale of oppressed African-Americans, they are given their voice by a lone white do-gooder. Its moral universe is rendered in bright cartoonish strokes. The film’s journalist heroine is conveniently allowed to float free from the mores of culture (specifically 1960s Mississippi) she […]
Fuller House might be the worst thing that carries the tag and honor of being a Netflix Original Series. The streaming service, which has given us countless gripping dramas and satirical comedies, fails with its reboot of the late 80s classic American sitcom – Full House. With the original cast delivering unoriginal punchlines and a […]
Netflix and its streaming content remains one of the few things resembling normalcy in the average American’s life. Times are tough. The reality is becoming unbearable, given the COVID-19 pandemic and George Floyd’s protests. This is why getting lost in the virtual world seems to be the best escape, and Netflix knows that too well. […]
American Son possesses considerable power in its premise. However, it wrestles with the aspects of transferring a stage play to the screen. Ultimately, the subject matter wins out. This yields in a brisk 90-minute Netflix presentation. However flawed, it highlights the struggles of melanized skin to fit into white molds today. 1. Quick review Netflix’s American Son is a […]
Healer is a rare K-drama that manages to combine adrenaline-pumping action with an intimate love story while also managing to sprinkle in some bits of comedy. The writers have created an immersive and engaging storyline and which hooks the viewers’ from the start. It’s a show that is all action and macho from the outside […]
To all the Sweet Magnolias fans, here are the towns (yep, there are more than one) your favorite Netflix show is set in. Three towns of Georgia were reportedly brought together to create the town of Serenity, South Carolina that you see in the show. In more ways than one, the town itself is an […]
The anime Code Geass has a lot to offer to the viewer. With its amazing plot, dazzling visuals, mecha robots and a fast-paced narrative, Code Geass promises one of the most exciting storylines. With this information, it is not surprising that it has done brilliantly with the audience. Also, it has received accolades at the […]
Netflix’s latest book adaptation Sweet Magnolias has proven to be a heart warmer, much-needed one given the times, and acquired a dedicated following. Fans are eagerly waiting for a second round of the imaginary Southern town of Serenity with its three Sweet Magnolias. They at least want confirmation from Netflix that Maddie (JoAnna Swisher), Dana […]
Is The Valhalla Murders Any Good? Worth Your Time? A Complete Review The Valhalla Murders is the first Icelandic series on Netflix. The show streamed on December 26, 2019, is inspired by real events in a boys reform home named Valhalla. It sprinkles bits of Icelandic folklore and Norse myth with stunning visuals of the […]
The Lovebirds is a new Netflix movie starring Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae. It follows a couple with a terribly relatable problem in one of the funniest romantic comedies of the year so far. However, it has been dubbed to be quite light on the “romantic” part of the equation. Another strong selling point: a […]
That Attack On Titan is one of the most popular contemporary anime is not an exaggeration. It has been the recipient of overwhelming praise for its thrilling action sequences, visuals and amazing character development. It has also won the Best TV Animation at the 2013 Animation Kobe Awards among many other accolades. All these achievements […]