Grindhouse

In 2003, besties Robert “RR” Rodriguez and Quentin “QT” Tarantino hang out together watching double-features with trailers before and after the films. One night at QT’s house, RR saw a double-feature poster for “Dragstrip Girl” and Rock All Night.” RR got an idea, he asked QT if he’s not busy making another film after “Kill […]

Cinderella II: Dreams Come True

In 1950, Walt Disney adapted “Cinderella” earning critical acclaim. I wrote a review on it and I hate to break it to ya. It didn’t age well. I consider Cinderella as one of the worst Disney animated movies. I’m tired of pretending it’s a masterpiece. Fifty-Two Years Later, a direct-to-DVD movie came out. “Cinderella II: […]

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 […]