You People (2023)

Title: You People
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 57 minutes
Release Date: January 27, 2023
Genre(s): Comedy, Romance
Production Co.:Khalabo Ink Society
Director: Kenya Barris
Starring: Jonah Hill, Lauren London, Eddie Murphy


Who would I recommend this to?
Those looking for a different kind of RomCom.

What is this about?
An interracial couple face problems when introducing their parents.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever you have two hours and wanna watch something.

Where does it take place?
Los Angeles, California.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I was getting my hair done and she said it was good.

How did I like this?
It was funny and definitely touches on some relatable topics for me as a biracial person. Although at times the jokes and tensions feel forced, like they were trying really hard to make a point.

Have you seen You People? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Morbius (2022)

Title: Morbius
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: April 1, 2022
Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi
Production Co.: Marvel Entertainment
Director: Daniel Espinosa
Starring: Jared Leto, Matt Smith, Adria Arjona


Who would I recommend this to?
I don't know, honestly.

What is this about?
A doctor trying to cure his own illness but things go wrong.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a 5 hour flight.

Where does it take place?
New York.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I was on a 5 hour flight.

How did I like this?
I know everyone hates this movie, but I actually liked it. Yes, I think Jared Leto is hott, but whatever. I thought this movie was interesting. Sure, the special effects were kinda bad, but the story kept me interested.

Have you seen Morbius? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Bullet Train (2022)

Title: Bullet Train
Rating: R
Run Time: 2 hours 7 minutes
Release Date: August 5, 2022
Genre(s): Action, Comedy
Production Co.: 57North
Director: David Leitch
Starring: Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone looking for something different.

What is this about?
Assassins on a train.

When would be a good time to watch this?
On a 5 hour flight. Or anytime really.

Where does it take place?
On the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto.

Why did I decide to watch this?
My mom told me to.

How did I like this?
This movie was utterly bizarre yet kept me hooked. I am a total sucker for short timelines in movies/books, and this is just the 2 hour train ride and all the wackiness that takes place there. It's action packed and funny. It was more bloody than I anticipated, but not overly gory.

Have you seen Bullet Train? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Strange World (2022)

Title: Strange World
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 42 minutes
Release Date: November 23, 2022
Genre(s): Sci-Fi, LGBTQ+, Animation
Production Co.: Walt Disney Animation Studios
Director: Don Hall, Qui Nguyen
Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Jaboukie Young-White, Garbeille Union


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone.

What is this about?
A family of explorers...exploring.

When would be a good time to watch this?
As soon as you can.

Where does it take place?
Avalonia.

Why did I decide to watch this?
It's Disney.

How did I like this?
I adored this movie! It was so fun and colorful and diverse! And that plot twist?! I did not see that coming! And of course, I am all about the message of this movie, which I will not spoil because spoilers.

This movie is not getting the marketing or attention that it deserves.

Have you seen Strange World? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

That '90s Show - Season 1 (2023)

Title: That '90s Show
Rating: TV-14
Run Time: 22 minutes
Release Date: January 19, 2023
Genre(s): Comedy, Series
Production Co.: Netflix
Creator: Gregg Mettler, Bonnie Turner, Lindsey Turner
Starring: Kurtwood Smith, Debra Jo Rupp, Callie Haverda


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone who watched That '70s Show.

What is this about?
The next generation of Point Place kids!

When would be a good time to watch this?
Now. We need laughter.

Where does it take place?
Red and Kitty's house in Point Place, Wisconsin.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I liked That '70s Show and was a '90s kid.

How did I like this?
It's so funny! It has the same spirit and tone as the original but set during the best decade. I did wish there were more references, although I nearly died during Ozzie's talk show daydream. That was my childhood. You don't know me!

Have you seen That '90s Show? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022)

Title: Pinocchio
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 57 minutes
Release Date: December 9, 2022
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy, Musical
Production Co.: Netflix Animation
Director: Guillermo del Toro
Starring: Ewan McGregor, David Bradley, Gregory Mann


Who would I recommend this to?
Stop-motion fans.

What is this about?
A wooden puppet comes to life and learns to live.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Not high.

Where does it take place?
Italy.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I like Pinocchio and love stop-motion animation.

How did I like this?
I knew it was going to be dark, but dang. It is beautifully unsettling.

Pinocchio is hella annoying, which tells me he's an accurate real boy who's undisciplined.

Have you seen Pinocchio? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Falling for Christmas (2022)

Title: Falling for Christmas
Rating: TV-PG
Run Time: 1 hour 33 minutes
Release Date: November 10, 2022
Genre(s): Romance
Production Co.: Riviera Films
Director: Janeed Damian
Starring: Lindsay Lohan, Chord Overstreet, George Young


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone happy to see Lindsay return!

What is this about?
An heiress gets amnesia right before Christmas and finds love and meaning.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Christmas time.

Where does it take place?
North Star Lodge.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I am so happy to see Lindsay healthy and acting again!

How did I like this?
It's cute! Super cliche and cheesy and predictable! But that's exactly what I wanted.

Have you see Falling for Christmas? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?