Mean Girls (2004)

Title: Mean Girls
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 37 minutes
Release Date: April 30, 2004
Genre(s): Comedy
Production Co.: Paramount Pictures
Director: Mark Waters
Starring: Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried


Who would I recommend this to?
The universe.

What is this about?
The complicated world of teen girl friendship.

When would be a good time to watch this?
October 3rd.

Where does it take place?
North Shore High School.

Why did I decide to watch this?
It's October 3rd.

How did I like this?
This movie is an absolute classic and will go down in history as one of the greats.

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

Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin (2024)

Title: Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 24 minutes
Release Date: July 6, 2024
Genre(s): Anime, Series, Fantasy
Production Co.: P.A. Works
Director: Masayuki Yoshihara
Starring: Naomi Oozora, Takashi Narumi, Ryota Yano


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of the game, or farming anime.

What is this about?
A lazy goddess is banished to an island infested with demons along with some humans.

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

Where does it take place?
The Isle of Demons, Lofty Realm, Yanato.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because the game is one of my all-time favorites.

How did I like this?
It's hard to determine how much I liked this based purely off the anime, or what was triggering my feelings from playing the game. Either way, I did enjoy it and definitely did cry.

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

 

RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under - Season 1 (2021)

Title: RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under
Rating: TV-14
Run Time: 54 minutes
Release Date: May 1, 2021
Genre(s): Reality, Series, LGBTQ+
Production Co.: World of Wonder Productions
Starring: RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Rhys Nicholson


Who would I recommend this to?
You.

What is this about?
Ten queens compete to become the first Down Under Drag Superstar!

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

Where does it take place?
The New Zealand Werk Room and Main Stage.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I love Drag Race.

How did I like this?
It was delightful! It's one of those seasons where I didn't have a standout favorite, and just generally liked almost everyone. This one felt closer to the US seasons than Canada and UK did, which I found interesting. Although, the talent show didn't have a single lip sync, which made me sooo happy!

Have you seen RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal - Season 3 (2016)

Title: Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 24 minutes
Release Date: April 4, 2016
Genre(s): Anime, Series, Fantasy, Romance
Production Co.: Toei Animation
Director: Chiaki Kon
Starring: Kotono Mitsuishi, Ryou Hirohashi, Kenji Nojima


Who would I recommend this to?
Sailor Moon fans and those who want more magical girls.

What is this about?
A group of magical girls must face an enemy dead set on destroying Earth.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever after the first two seasons.

Where does it take place?
Tokyo, Japan.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Originally, because I love Sailor Moon. Now, to prepare for Cosmos.

How did I like this?
My favorite season! I love the outer guardians so much! And Chibiusa isn't the worst anymore!

Have you seen Sailor Moon Crystal? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

 

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal - Season 2 (2015)

Title: Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 24 minutes
Release Date: January 17, 2015
Genre(s): Anime, Series, Fantasy, Romance
Production Co.: Toei Animation
Director: Munehisa Sakai
Starring: Kotono Mitsuishi, Ryou Hirohashi, Kenji Nojima


Who would I recommend this to?
Sailor Moon fans and those who want more magical girls.

What is this about?
A group of magical girls must protect future Earth.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever after the first season.

Where does it take place?
Tokyo, Japan in the 30th century and present.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Originally, because I love Sailor Moon. Now, to prepare for Cosmos.

How did I like this?
I don't think I loved it as much as the first time, but I still thoroughly enjoyed it. Chibiusa is still the worst though! I am fully team Usagi and all of her emotional ragey feelings!

Have you seen Sailor Moon Crystal? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

 

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal - Season 1 (2014)

Title: Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Crystal
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 24 minutes
Release Date: July 5, 2014
Genre(s): Anime, Series, Fantasy, Romance
Production Co.: Toei Animation
Director: Munehisa Sakai
Starring: Kotono Mitsuishi, Ryou Hirohashi, Kenji Nojima


Who would I recommend this to?
Sailor Moon fans and those who want more magical girls.

What is this about?
A group of girls realize they are protectors of a missing princess and the legendary silver crystal.

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

Where does it take place?
Tokyo, Japan.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Originally, because I love Sailor Moon. Now, to prepare for Cosmos.

How did I like this?
I don't think I loved it as much as the first time, but I still thoroughly enjoyed it. It's so different than the original anime, but does follow the manga more closely.

Have you seen Sailor Moon Crystal? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

House of the Dragon - Season 2 (2024)

Title: House of the Dragon
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: June 16, 2024
Genre(s): Series, Fantasy, Drama
Production Co.: Home Box Office
Creator(s): Ryan J. Condal, George R.R. Martin
Starring: Emma D'Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Matt Smith


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of the first season and GoT.

What is this about?
A battle for the crown. With dragons.

When would be a good time to watch this?
After the first season, or in two years, so it's fresh for season 3.

Where does it take place?
Westeros.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I liked the first season.

How did I like this?
Honestly, this season was pretty boring. I feel like nothing happened, and it was all set up for things to come. It definitely had some good and intense moments, like one episode that had me bawling. But for the most part, I wasn't invested in what was going on. It was all too slow.

Have you seen House of the Dragon? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?