What if Superman had decided to fly down, rip off the roof of the White House and grab the president out of the Oval office? Who would have stopped him? No, one. Absolutely no one. It is this unfathomable strength that makes characters like Superman so awe inspiring but also so very boring on the... Continue Reading →
Book 2 Screen Review: Bird Box
With a viewership allegedly reaching over 45 million households two days after it's release, the Netflix Original Movie, Bird Box, is the streaming giant's most successful movie to date - despite mixed critical consensus. In the month that has followed, the internet has been filled with memes and questionable challenges inspired by the movie. Whether... Continue Reading →
Bad Movie Night – The Predator
If I were a true fan of the franchise, this movie probably would have hurt me more. But I'm not. So, I thought it was hilarious! Let's discuss. The Predator is the latest installment in the original Predator franchise. The series features an iconic tentacle haired alien creature that goes from planet to planet, hunting... Continue Reading →
Just Jackie: Just Watch – Searching
Happy New Year everyone! I wanted to start off the year with a quick review of a film I watched just the other day. Searching, is the debut thriller film of director Aneesh Chaganty, and stars John Cho. This film sets itself apart by taking place entirely online, via iMessage chat boxes, Facetime, email, social... Continue Reading →
Bad Movie Night – Maximum Overdrive
There are few films that I watch for these Bad Movie Night reviews that I'm willing to sit through a second time. Often, I am left so disgusted, that the mere thought of the film leaves me feeling violated and just plain icky! But sometimes there are movies that spark a special feeling inside me.... Continue Reading →
A Girl Called Kiki – Chapter Two
Chapter Two John To many, the sight of Julian Garcia, chest open, heart beating on the cold sterile table, would be the stuff of nightmares. But to John, it’s one of the most beautiful sights he will see all day. Julian’s little heart beats strongly in his chest cavity, his vitals are strong, everything seems... Continue Reading →
Luke Cage: Season 2, Episode 9 – “For Pete’s Sake” Review
Well God Damn! That escalated quickly! Episode 9 of Luke Cage graced us with the return of Captain Ridley and the departure of Mariah and Tilda's damn minds! Looking to lay low from Bushmaster's men; Luke calls in a favor from his good friend Danny and stashes his father, Misty, Mariah, and Tilda in a... Continue Reading →
Luke Cage: Season 2, Episode 8 – “If It Ain’t Rough, It Ain’t Right” Review
The episode opens on Shades, a rare turn for the series, as he replays the events of the previous evening. Meanwhile, after getting Mariah and Tilda to safety, Luke and Mariah have a tense exchange. Despite everything that has happened, Mariah still has a bit of a chip on her shoulder, but it get's knocked... Continue Reading →
Luke Cage: Season 2, Episode 7 – “On and On” Review
It's no coincidence that the musical guest this episode was Stephen Marley. The Jamaicans have officially taken control of Harlem. And to be honest, our heroes (and villains) didn't put up a very good fight. Episode seven of Luke Cage is, in my opinion, a step up from the one that came before it. Full... Continue Reading →
Book 2 Screen Review: Ready Player One
In one of my first ever Book 2 Screen reviews, I looked at the adaptation of a 70's young adult novel called Z for Zacharia. Though this movie was inspired by the novel that came before it, the direction of it's story was completely different. Since then, I've compared many novels and film adaptations that... Continue Reading →
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