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Zootopia 2 Review: Disney’s Animal Kingdom Roars Back—But With Slightly Softer Teeth
Zootopia is back, and so are the mammals, marsupials, reptiles (yes, finally), and a whole stadium’s worth of pun-heavy signage. After nine years, Zootopia 2 arrives carrying the kind of expectations that could buckle even the strongest Wilde, Nick Wilde, that is. Fans hoped for another sharp, socially aware, laugh-out-loud adventure. Disney hoped for another billion-dollar cultural moment. And critics? Well, we hoped the sequel wouldn’t feel like a committee meeting led by

Rachel
Nov 26


Wicked: For Good Review – Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Deliver a Spellbinding Finale
It was October 30, 2003, and a groundbreaking new musical opened on Broadway to critical acclaim, redefining traditional storytelling in that genre. On that night, stars of the stage, television, and film came to celebrate and witness, for the first time, the vibrant and visually stunning production that would come to be known as the prequel to the beloved story of the Wizard of Oz. In the nearly two-and-a-half decades since, the musical we have come to know as Wicked has c

Kae
Nov 23


Aftershock: The Nicole P. Bell Story Review — A Powerful Biopic That Hits Hard
There are biopics that tug at your emotions, and then there are films that reach out, shake you by the shoulders, and demand your attention. Aftershock: The Nicole P. Bell Story lands firmly in the second category. This powerful new drama directed by Alesia “Z” Glidewell and produced with the support of Roc Nation dives into the real-life tragedy of Sean Bell’s killing and the seismic emotional fallout that changed Nicole Paultre-Bell’s life forever. And yes, “seismic” is th

Je-Ree
Nov 22


Interview - Tidings for the Season: Tamera Mowry and B.J. Britt Bring Holiday Heart to Hallmark
The holiday movie season is officially here, and Hallmark’s Tidings for the Season is ready to cozy up your couch with a mix of sweet romance, heartwarming family moments, and just enough festive to make you reach for your cocoa. Starring Tamera Mowry-Housley and B.J. Britt , this 2025 Hallmark premiere is full of small-town charm with emotional depth and I had the chance to chat with the stars about what made this film special via the African-American Film Critics Associa

Je-Ree
Nov 18


Why Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Is the Most Romantic Monster Movie Ever Made
At its core, Frankenstein is a deeply romantic film—though the romance it explores is often tainted by, if not rooted in, toxicity, trauma, and cycles of abuse. Across its two-hour-and-twenty-nine-minute runtime, nearly every dynamic is poisoned by ambition, cruelty, or generational damage: from Victor and Herr Harlander’s scientific avarice to three generations of Frankensteins caught in a repeating loop of emotional and physical trauma to the Creature and Elizabeth, two im

Moons
Nov 15


Frankenstein 2025 Review: Guillermo Del Toro Crafts a Gorgeous Monster with a Beating Heart
Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein (2025) has arrived, and it’s every bit the grand, gothic spectacle you’d expect from the filmmaker behind Pan’s Labyrinth and The Shape of Water . This is not another soulless horror remake chasing nostalgia. It’s a visually stunning and emotionally charged reimagining of Mary Shelley’s masterpiece that asks the same eternal question it did over two centuries ago — who is the real monster? With a powerhouse cast and Del Toro’s signature tou

Je-Ree
Nov 8


Review: Why Nia DaCosta’s 'Hedda' Deserves More Attention
I’d been planning to check out Hedda for a while, partly because I’m a fan of Nia DaCosta and partly because I’m surprised this release has flown under the radar, especially with her 20 Years Later sequel on the horizon. So when I was asked to cover the film for the TV Cave, it felt like the perfect opportunity—especially since I’m putting together a DaCosta ranking video for my horror channel, Fright Night Flix. DaCosta’s first feature since The Marvels feels very much like

Robbie
Nov 7


Predator: Badlands Review - The Predator Gets a New Playground
The Predator franchise had seemed to settle into a comfortable rhythm of humans getting hunted in the jungle but Predator Badlands is here to remind you that nothing in this universe is predictable. This film takes the iconic Yautja out of their usual role as silent hunters and puts one front and center, flipping the story in ways that are both bold and, at times, a little messy but undeniably entertaining. The star of the show is Dek, (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) a youn

Je-Ree
Nov 4


Bugonia Review: Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone Deliver a Dark, Brilliant Sci-Fi Remake
Is Bugonia a solid remake? Yorgos Lanthimos teams up once again with Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons to bring us Bugonia — a remake of the South Korean cult classic Save the Green Planet. As a fan of all three of these names, I was curious to see what they could bring to the table this time around. I watched Save the Green Planet beforehand, so I knew roughly what to expect. While I found the original good for what it was, I was interested to see what Bugonia might do different

Robbie
Nov 3


Sarah’s Oil Review: A Heartfelt History Lesson That Sometimes Runs Dry
There’s something undeniably powerful about watching a forgotten piece of Black history get its moment in the cinematic sun. Sarah’s Oil , directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh and set for release on November 7, 2025, takes on the true story of Sarah Rector, a young Black girl from early-1900s Oklahoma who becomes one of America’s first Black millionaires when oil was discovered on her land. It’s a story that deserves the spotlight. The question is, does the film do it justice? Well… m

Je-Ree
Oct 29


I, Swear (2025): Why Robert Aramayo Deserves a BAFTA Nomination
Over the past twenty years, it’s often felt like the British film industry has been hanging by a thread. As someone who’s English born and raised, with Scottish descent, it’s been disheartening to see the decline in homegrown stories that feel genuinely British in both spirit and identity. Thankfully, I, Swear has given me hope again. It’s a small, independent British drama that’s been quietly gaining attention among film fans in the UK — and after seeing it, I understand wh

Robbie
Oct 18


Movie Review: The Woman in Cabin 10 - Keira Knightley Shines in Netflix’s Gripping Cruise Thriller
So, what did happen to The Woman in Cabin 10?” It is THE question on everyone’s mind when watching the tense psychological thriller, confined to a luxury cruise ship traveling through the picturesque landscape of the Norwegian coastline, the latest from director and screenwriter Simon Stone. Released October 10 on Netflix, the streaming film stars Keira Knightly as award-winning journalist Laura Blacklock invited on the lavish yacht for an assignment to cover a private chari

Kae
Oct 13


“A House of Dynamite” Review: A Relentless Countdown to Catastrophe
We live each day on this powder keg — lingering in the delicate balance between reality and the fallacy of security. Sobering thought for...

Kae
Oct 9


The Lost Bus Review: Matthew McConaughey’s Fiery Journey Through Chaos and Courage
When you think of Matthew McConaughey, chances are you picture his smooth charm and laid-back vibe. But in The Lost Bus , he takes a hard...

Rachel
Oct 3


'One Battle After Another' Review: DiCaprio Shines in PTA’s Best Film Since There Will Be Blood
Paul Thomas Anderson returns with his highly acclaimed One Battle After Another, starring Leonardo DiCaprio as an ex-revolutionary trying...

Robbie
Sep 30


Karate Kid Legends Review: The Kung Fu Is Strong, But the Dre Disrespect Is Real
Who doesn’t love the Karate Kid franchise? I remember watching the original as a young kid wanting to do that jumping front kick move as...

Je-Ree
Sep 27


Netflix’s Ruth and Boaz Review: A Modern Love Story with Gospel Vibes and Tyler Perry Drama
If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if the Book of Ruth was rebooted as a Southern love story with music, faith, and a little Tyler...

Rachel
Sep 27


Downton Abbey Grand Finale Movie Review: A Nostalgic, Classy, and Slightly Under-Romanced Send-Off
It’s the end of an era. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale has finally graced our screens, wrapping up over a decade of high society,...

Je-Ree
Sep 13


“Eddington” Review: Ari Aster Trades Horror for Westerns—and Stumbles
Ari Aster has built his reputation as one of the most talked-about horror filmmakers of this century, thanks to Hereditary, Midsommar,...

Robbie
Aug 19


Freakier Friday Review: A Nostalgic Ride Packed with Laughs and Surprises
Freakier Friday is finally here bringing back the classic body swap comedy with a fresh twist. Nearly twenty years after the last Freaky...

Rachel
Aug 10
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