HISTORY OF SWEAR WORDS – I thoroughly enjoyed this series. The laughs are frequent and we actually learn the history of some of our favorite choice words. We also are educated on how their usage has changed since their origin and the myriad ways their meanings are employed in today’s lexicon. Each word has it’sContinue reading
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MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM – this is a gritty and raw reveal of racism in 1920s America. It’s the story of real life blues singer Ma Rainey, who was popular in the South, as she journeys to Chicago with her band to make records for a white label. Based on the play by August Wilson,Continue reading
DEATH TO 2020 – The peeps are split on this parody of the horrendous year we all just endured. I was hoping for lots of laughs. It certainly looked like this piece would deliver based on the cast and trailer. It definitely satisfied my friend Mirith. She thought it was hilarious and laughed her assContinue reading
MANK – this film is a character study into the psyche of Herman Mankiewicz, the actual screenwriter of Citizen Kane. It takes place over the two-three weeks Mank was writing the film and reveals much of his background through flashbacks. I had never heard of Mank or the drama behind the writing of Citizen KaneContinue reading
THE SOCIAL DILEMMA – Everyone needs to see this film. It is a stark warning to all of us using any type of technology. The film weaves scripted storyline into documentary info provided by the wizards who created our social platforms and cell phone capabilities. Even though we are all somewhat aware of the workingsContinue reading
THE CROWN 4 – I’ve already blogged about how much the peeps and I have enjoyed all seasons of the Crown. Excellent work all around even if some creative license has allegedly been taken. Or maybe a lot. Some have claimed it’s downright fiction. Still, it’s top notch entertainment. I would only add for thisContinue reading
THE QUEEN’S GAMBIT – this is an interesting delve into the secretive world of chess and the psyche of Beth Harmon, a gifted but troubled chess prodigy. It took me one or two episodes to become engaged, but once I was, it was a fascinating ride. A true character study series, it moves with theContinue reading
KNOCK, KNOCK – I started watching this movie on a whim. Trending in the top ten on NetFlix and starring Keanu Reeves, I thought it might be worth a look. I was wrong. Ryan walked through the room and promptly said, “That stupid thing. Don’t waste your time.” He was right. Don’t waste your time.Continue reading
THE VAMPIRE DIARIES – Okay, y’all know how much I like The Originals. Through that viewing, I discovered Vampire Diaries which is actually the prequel to The Originals. In fact, the Originals storyline begins in Vampire Diaries and continues into their own show. I didn’t think I would like Vampire Diaries at all. It appearedContinue reading
THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR – To say the second season of this Haunted House series is a disappointment is an understatement. All the peeps agree – slow and boring. The first season, The Haunting of Hill House, was one of the scariest stories I have ever seen on screen (both film and TV). SoContinue reading
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