RuPaul's Drag Race - Season 14 (2022)

 

Title: RuPaul's Drag Race - Season 14
Rating: TV-14
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: January 7, 2022
Genre(s): Reality, Series, LGBTQ+
Production Co.: World of Wonder Productions
Starring: RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Ross Mathews, Carson Kressley


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of drag and reality competitions.

What is this about?
Drag queens compete to be crowned America's next drag superstar!

When would be a good time to watch this?
While you're stuck at home.

Where does it take place?
The main stage!

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's one of my favorite shows!

How did I like this?
This was the first season I watched where I didn't have an absolute favorite that I was cheering for! That's not to say that I didn't enjoy this season. Exactly the opposite. I generally like all of the queens except for one. No one really stood out and the competition was tight for the entire season! This is probably the most times Mama Ru didn't send anyone home after a lip sync. It did make this seasons feel super long though, and then having more "finalists" than the show has ever had? It's a competition! Send them home!

This season did have the absolute worst Snatch Game ever. Seriously. It was so bad. Which was surprising because everyone had been great up until this point! The reunion episode was one of my favorites though as it seemed like the best balance of humor, feelings, and drama. But the final was underwhelming; I just didn't like the format. I was happy with the final two though, and thus the winner as well.

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

Pineapple Express (2008)

Title: Pineapple Express
Rating: R
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: August 8, 2008
Genre(s): Comedy
Production Co.: Columbia Pictures
Director: David Gordon Green
Starring: Seth Rogen, James Franco, Gary Cole


Who would I recommend this to?
Anyone who appreciates 2000s stoner movies.

What is this about?
A dude and his weed dealer are on the run from hit-men and the cops.

When would be a good time to watch this?
4/20.

Where does it take place?
Clark County...it was on a bus sign...

Why did I decide to watch this?
It was 4/20 and I hadn't seen it since it was in theaters.

How did I like this?
I didn't have high (hehe) hopes that this movie would hold up all these years later, but I did find myself laughing. I was mildly stoned, but still. It has some hilarious quotes and is still pretty entertaining.

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

Moonshot (2022)

Title: Moonshot
Rating: PG-13
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: March 31, 2022
Genre(s): Romance, Sci-Fi
Production Co.: New Line Cinema
Director: Christopher Winterbauer
Starring: Lana Condor, Cole Sprouse, Zach Braff


Who would I recommend this to?
RomCom fans.

What is this about?
After their significant others get settled on Mars, two students concoct a plan to tag along and be together again! But fall for each other instead, obviously.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Anytime is a good time for space romance.

Where does it take place?
Space, on the way to Mars in 2049.

Why did I decide to watch this?
It looked super adorable. I like Lana Condor. SPACE!

How did I like this?
It was a ton of fun! Highly improbable and erratic, but charming. It was not at all what I was expecting, but I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I want to go to Mars. Not for love. Just for fun.

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

Bridgerton - Season 2 (2022)

Title: Bridgerton
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 1 hour
Release Date: March 25, 2022
Genre(s): Romance, Drama, Series
Production Co.: Shondaland
Director: Tricia Brock
Starring: Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Simone Ashley


Who would I recommend this to?
Romance lovers everywhere!

What is this about?
The Bridgerton family and their neighbors on the prowl for advantageous marriages and SCANDAL!

When would be a good time to watch this?
When you have 8ish hours to sit and enjoy.

Where does it take place?
Regency England, of course.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I enjoyed the books and the first season.

How did I like this?
I loved it! No surprise there. I think they did a great job with Kate and Edwina's relationship and family circumstance. I also loved getting so much Eloise! The Featheringtons continued to crack me up.

It does drag near the end, but overall I thought it was a solid season. I was more invested in Eloise and Penelope's friendship than Kate and Anthony though.

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

Turning Red (2022)

Title: Turning Red
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Release Date: March 11, 2022
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy
Production Co.: Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Domee Shi
Starring: Rosalie Chiang, Sandra Oh, Ava Morse


Who would I recommend this to?
Definitely young girls on the verge of, or in the middle of, puberty. And everyone else.

What is this about?
A young girl turns into a giant red panda when her emotions run high.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Whenever you have 2 hours for an emotional rollercoaster.

Where does it take place?
Toronto, Canada.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Pixar.

How did I like this?
I'll admit that I was not excited for this one. The previews did nothing for me. But I loved how this one definitely stepped out of the squeak clean Disney-Pixar box. It deals with some major topics! INCLUDING PERIODS!!! Meilin's mom goes all out when she thinks Meilin has become a woman!

It did a lot of things wonderfully, and it's cute, but I didn't cry. But I am now a 4-Town fan, because A+ soundtrack.

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

Dollface - Season 2 (2022)

Title: Dollface - Season 2
Rating: TV-MA
Run Time: 30 minutes
Release Date: February 11, 2022
Genre(s): Comedy, LGBTQ+, Series
Production Co.: ABC Signature
Starring: Kat Dennings, Brenda Song, Shay Mitchell


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of feminist comedies and female focused relationships.

What is this about?
With her friendships re-established, Jules has one more female relationship to work on: the one with herself.

When would be a good time to watch this?
After season one, whenever you want something fun to watch.

Where does it take place?
Los Angeles.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I have a huge crush on Kat and enjoyed the first season.

How did I like this?
While I adore Jules' friendships, I wanted to see her focusing on herself a bit more. All of the girls are working on their own lives and relationships as well. Of course, there's still plenty of the girls being awesome together was well, but it's less focused on them establishing those relationships like the first season. It's maintenance mode!

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

Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine for You (1999)

Title: Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine for You
Rating: NR
Run Time: 22 minutes
Release Date: February 13, 1999
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy, Short Film, Musical
Production Co.: Disney Television Animation
Director: Keith Ingham
Starring: Jerome Beidler, Brady Bluhm, Peter Cullen


Who would I recommend this to?
Pooh fans.

What is this about?
Pooh and Co get the wrong idea about Valentine's Day and fear losing Christopher Robin.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Around Valentine's Day or whenever you need a quick pick-me-up.

Where does it take place?
The Hundred Acre Wood.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it's Valentine's time and I had no idea this existed.

How did I like this?
It's so cute! This probably contains my favorite Winnie the Pooh songs too.

Have you seen A Valentine for You? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?