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Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) Review – Balancing Autism Representation with Heartfelt Storytelling
Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) brings autism representation to the forefront in a South Korean legal drama. While the show occasionally leans into fantasy, its tender portrayal of autism, social struggles, and the complexity of human relationships makes it a heartfelt and important watch.
My Sister’s Keeper (2009) Review - A Truly Gutting Look at Grief
This one’s personal: a deep-dive review of My Sister’s Keeper (2009), exploring grief, love, and how this film sucker-punched me right in the hollowed-out space where motherhood used to live.
House of the Dragon (2022) Review: Why I Quit Watching After Six Episodes
This review covers how House of the Dragon (S01) failed to live up to the hype. Being better than The Rings of Power is a low bar, and they still barely cleared it.
The Rings of Power (2022) Review: How to Spend a Billion Dollars on Absolutely Nothing
While I did watch the entire first season with sardonic glee, episode 1 of The Rings of Power gave me all the ammo I need to explain how Amazon managed to spend the most money ever on a hollow spectacle.
Sitcom Romances Done Wrong: Why ‘How I Met Your Mother’ Lost Us at the End
A writing deep-dive into how How I Met Your Mother turned a promising slow burn into a romantic dumpster fire. Compared with better (and worse) examples from Friends, New Girl, and The Big Bang Theory, this is a masterclass in how to kill your own finale.
Don Jon (2013) Review – How Patriarchy Warps Sex, Intimacy, and Connection
A movie/film review of Don Jon (2013)
Love at First Sight (2023) Review: Straight Romance Can Still Be Cute
When you tone down the grand gestures into something a bit more sensible, romance starts to feel realistic again. This review explores why I think the 2023 film Love at First Sight was actually kind of cute.
The Disruptors (2024) Review: A Refreshing Indie Film That Proves You Don’t Have to Reinvent the Wheel
The Disruptors (2024) might feel familiar in its story, but this indie film—created by Adam Frucci and Dropout.tv’s Ally Beardsley and Grant O’Brien—proves that sometimes all it takes is a new perspective and a modern coat of paint to make a story work.
Star Trek: The Next Generation Review - A New Trekkie’s First Time Experience
This overall review of Star Trek: The Next Generation covers what I think still holds up and what feels a little bit dated. Regardless, I finally see what the hype has been about all this time. Resistance is futile!
Rocketman (2019) Review - The Glitz, Glam, and Shade of Elton John’s Biopic
While Rocketman (2019) delivers powerful performances and vibrant musical numbers, it also takes liberties with Elton John’s life that are hard to ignore. This review digs into what the biopic gets right and where it veers into uncomfortable fiction.
Heartstopper (season 1 & 2) Review: LGBTQ+ Representation Without the Cringe
Heartstopper (S01-02) is exactly the type of queer TV the world needs right now. With its honest and emotional depiction of queer love, friendship, and self-acceptance, this series is a heartwarming journey that everyone should experience.
Toy Story 4 (2019) Review – Was This the Ending We Really Needed?
Toy Story 4 (2019) feels like a continuation of the beloved saga—but does it add anything new or meaningful? While it’s still a heartfelt and entertaining ride, some may wonder if this fourth installment was truly necessary after the emotional conclusion to Toy Story 3.
Aladdin (2019) Review – A Mixed Bag of Magic and Missed Opportunities
Aladdin (2019) brings a live-action twist to the beloved animated classic. While some moments capture the magic, others fall flat or feel outright offensive, leaving the film feeling like a fun blast of nostalgia that improved some problems, while unfortunately adding a bucket of fresh new ones.