Classics Review: The Jungle Book (1967)

In 1894, Rudyard Kipling published a collection of stories in one novel titled, “The Jungle Book.” Set in India, the story follows a human or man-cub named, Mowgli. A boy raised by wolves. His friends Bagheera the Panther & Baloo the Bear protect him from a sinister tiger known as Shere Khan. In the early […]

Flashback Review: American Dragon: Jake Long: Season 1

American Dragon: Jake Long’s first season officially aired in 2005 (same year Avatar: The Last Airbender aired) on Disney Channel. It received positive reviews from critics and viewers alike. The second and final season aired in 2006. Paramount Pictures & Nickelodeon are developing three animated movies based on “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” Before they come […]

Baskets: Season 1

Baskets’ first season officially aired in 2016 (same year La La Land came out) on FX. It received positive reviews from critics and viewers alike. The late stand-up comedian, Louie Anderson (may he Rest in Peace) won a Primetime Emmy for “Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.” “Baskets” spawned three seasons airing from 2017-2019. […]

This Is 40

After “Knocked Up” became a critical and commercial success, Judd Apatow developed a spin-off focusing on Pete & Debbie going through an existential crisis regarding their jobs, kids and financial difficulties. The premise I’m referring to is none other than “This Is 40.” Released in 2012, (same year Now Is Good came out) It received […]

Diary of a Mad Black Woman

In 2001, Tyler Perry opened a play titled, Diary of a Mad Black Woman.” The story centers around a woman named, Helen who gets kicked out of her mansion by her husband. Taking advice from her grandmother Madea, Helen steps up to herself. Four Year Later, Tyler adapted his play on the big screen. Released […]

Flashback Review: Mr. Deeds (2002)

2002 (the year Jenna Ortega was born) was a great year for films. My favorites from that year are listed below. Maybe someday, I’ll write a Top 24 ranking my picks in a future editorial. One movie in particular came out the same year as Adam Sandler’s first dramatic film “Punch-Drunk Love and one of […]