Fair warning: I am not a Lifetime movie buff, so this is very much the review of an outsider. The exciting thing about Christmas Ever After is not the plot (which is sparse) or the pacing (which is somewhere between leisurely and lethargic). No, the exciting thing is that one of the romantic leads is … Continue reading “Christmas Ever After”
Things I Watched Without You: Romantic Comedies To While Away An Afternoon
It's Thanksgiving week and Hugely Uncontrolled Pandemic Season here in the United States, which means there really is no better time to plonk yourself on the couch and watch a whole bunch of romantic movies that don't require too much of your body or brain. This is a time when you can honestly say that … Continue reading Things I Watched Without You: Romantic Comedies To While Away An Afternoon
“Upload”: The Bleak & Funny Look At The Afterlife You Didn’t Know You Needed
Don't let the soft edges, bright colors, well-timed jokes, and gentle romance fool you, the first season of Upload is a cynical and satirical look at a near-future class-based afterlife. And I mostly enjoyed the layers of humor and bleak stories. Nothing—not even heaven—is quite as good as it as the advertisements make it look … Continue reading “Upload”: The Bleak & Funny Look At The Afterlife You Didn’t Know You Needed
“The Wedding Plan” Is An Unexpected Joy
Honestly, I feel like I say this a lot, but I didn't really expect to have such strong feelings about this movie. But I've watched the Israeli movie The Wedding Plan twice now and it just captivates and delights me. Honestly, usual reason for rewatching movies is because I forgot everything that happened, but that's … Continue reading “The Wedding Plan” Is An Unexpected Joy
"Sneaky Pete" is Good Old Dirty Fun
You know what I want right now? Escapism. Ok. Fine. That's always what I want, but now more than ever. And what better way to escape than by watching a bunch of cons get themselves into some very hairy situations. I mean, look, I get that no one wants to be lied to or conned … Continue reading "Sneaky Pete" is Good Old Dirty Fun
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