‘Three Little Birds’ is Heart-wrenching and Heartwarming – Review

“It’s too far to swim back now.” –Leah From Sir Lenny Henry comes Three Little Birds. Inspired by stories told by Henry’s mother, the series focuses on two sisters, Leah (Rochelle Neil) and Chantrelle (Saffron Coomber), who set out on a steamboat with their friend Hosanna (Yazmin Belo) from Jamaica to England in 1957. Upon arriving, the trio must navigate England, namely the racism of many of the country’s citizens toward immigrants.

Vivid Visuals and Powerful Performances Carry ‘Dune: Part Two’ – Review

“This prophecy is how they enslave us!” –Chani Picking up where the first film left off, Dune: Part Two is a visual and sonic feast akin to the first that will enthrall the audience’s senses. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) and his mother, Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson), remain with the Fremen. Led by Stilgar (Javier Bardem), Paul and Jessica are newcomers to the Fremen society and are not trusted. While some believe Paul to be the “chosen one,” other Fremen, like Chani (Zendaya)...

Alaqua Cox Shines in ‘Echo’ – Review

Since Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox) made her debut appearance on the small screen in Hawkeye, many of us were wondering when we might see her again – especially after how things ended between her and Wilson Fisk, a.k.a. Kingpin (Vincent D’Onofrio). Fortunately, we now have the Echo series to answer some unanswered questions. The mini-series (consisting of five episodes) takes place five months after the events in the Hawkeye. Fisk’s organization is on Maya’s tail...

‘Wish’ Takes Wishing Upon A Star To New Heights – Review

Every once in a while, a film comes along that makes your heart soar, and for me, Wish did precisely that. The tale welcomes audiences to the Kingdom of Rosas and follows 17-year-old Asha (Ariana DeBose), a quick-witted idealist, on her quest to become the king’s newest apprentice. Enthralled by the magic of King Magnifico (Chris Pine) to grant wishes for as long as she can remember, Asha is excited and extremely nervous to work for the king potentially.

‘Quiz Lady’ Brings Laughs And Hits You In The Feels – Review

“We could sell your eggs. I mean, it’s not like you’re using them.” –Jenny Sometimes families are complicated, and in Quiz Lady, audiences can experience this with hilarious results when two sisters come together for an awkward reunion and an unexpected road trip to try out for a game show. When Anne (Awkwafina) receives a call that her mother is missing from her retirement residence and goes to investigate, she reunites with her unreliable sister, Jenny (Sandra Oh), and shenanigans ensue.

Just Like Diamond Dazzle Barbie, The Facets Of Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ Shine – Review

This review was published during the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes of 2023. Barbie would not exist without the labour of its writers, director, actors, and the many departments integral to the filmmaking process. Learn more about the demands of actors and writers here. “Do you guys ever think about dying?” –Barbie One of the most highly anticipated films of the year is finally upon us, and Greta Gerwig’s Barbie doesn’t pull back on any of its punches.

‘Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai’ Is A Funny And Adventurous Tale – Review

“Are you kidding? Because I invented humour, and I am not finding this funny.” -Nuwa If you were ever wondering about the Mogwai, especially after the 1984 Gremlins and 1990 sequel, Gremlins 2: The New Batch, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai is a must-watch. The computer-animated adventure comedy serves as a direct prequel to the live-action films and answers some of the mysteries surrounding the Mogwai.

Taraji P. Henson on the Phenomenal Writing of 'Abbott Elementary' & 'The Color Purple' - Exclusive Interview

Taraji P. Henson’s guest role on Abbott Elementary, however, was perhaps the most impactful regarding the growth of main character Janine Teagues (Brunson). In the show’s second season episode titled “Mom,” which aired this past April, Academy Award nominee Taraji P. Henson portrays Vanetta, Janine’s mother, and instantly makes her presence known. Henson consistently slays the game and brings her A-game in every project, and her guest-starring role here was no different.

Halle Bailey’s Triumphant Performance Lifts Up Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’ – Review

“Watch, and you’ll see, someday I’ll be part of your world.” –Ariel As Disney continues to throw their funds behind their live-action remakes, their latest, The Little Mermaid, has enormous shoes to fill. It’s one of Disney’s most beloved animated masterpieces and, as such, would be challenging to recreate. So, can the live-action The Little Mermaid replicate the charm of the animated original? The easy answer is sometimes.

‘Fast X’ Is Mindless Fun – Review

“If it violates the laws of God and gravity, they did it twice.”–Aimes The time has finally arrived, folks–the tenth film in the Fast & Furious franchise is upon us (insert Paul Rudd, ‘Who would have thought? Not me.’ GIF here). With 10 films spanning two decades that include many cars, racing, explosions, absurdity, and of course, family, Fast X aims to be one of the fan-favourites in the franchise. Much like its predecessors, Fast X begins with a flashback in Rio de Janeiro, followed by some

Toni Collette Shines In Catherine Hardwicke’s Outlandish Crime Comedy ‘Mafia Mamma’ – Review

“What the f*** is going on?!” –Kristin Since the beginning of cinema, many films and television shows have depicted the mafia or various crime syndicates. There is such an abundance of these projects it’s become a subgenre of its own, with familiar tropes, archetypes and storylines. However, Mafia Mamma subverts expectations and offers us something fun and new. The Catherine Hardwicke-directed flick is full of laughs, absurdity, and great performances by Toni Collette, Monica Bellucci

'Swarm' Review - Dominique Fishback & Chloe Bailey Kill It

Whether it be a favorite film, an amazing accessory, or the best singer in the music industry, you would be hard-pressed to find someone who hasn’t been obsessed with something at least once in their lifetime. This powerful obsession, specifically with celebrities, is something that Amazon Prime Video’s new original series Swarm looks to tackle. Our tale begins with Dre (Dominique Fishback), an exceptionally devoted stan of the songstress Ni’Jah...

'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' Review - A Bold Exploration on Grief & Hope

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever brings a barrage of emotions with its long-awaited release. Sadness, eagerness, and trepidation may sum up some of these, and you would be correct in feeling all of them when going into the film. That being said, those walking in for the first time with great nerves can rest easy because Wakanda Forever is an excellent film despite the obvious hurdles.

'Women Talking' Review - An Everlasting Emotional Rollercoaster

Based on the novel of the same name by Miriam Toews, Women Talking is a powerhouse of a film that will leave your heart aching. The story focuses on a Mennonite colony where the women are continuously victims of violent sexual assaults at the hands of the local men. To keep themselves and the children safe, the women decide to band together and decide what they should do to free themselves from the ever-present danger.

'The Woman King' Review - A Fearless Historical Epic | TIFF 2022

If you’re looking for badass women based on historical figures, look no further than Gina Prince-Bythewood’s The Woman King. It is not often that a film focuses on Black women – specifically in a positive light – where they are wholeheartedly allowed to be themselves in every way. Well, The Woman King does just that as the entirety of the film is hinged upon the performances of its cast.
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