Had I seen it before: No. Year: 2017 Directors: Myles Kane and Josh Koury Writer: N/A, it’s a documentary Where you can stream it now: Netflix What IMDb says: Journalism icon Gay Talese reports on Gerald Foos, the owner of a Colorado motel, who allegedly secretly watched his guests with the aid of specially designed ceiling vents, peering down from an “observation platform” he built in the motel’s … Continue reading 30 Movies in 30 Days: Voyeur
Had I seen it before: No Year: 2020 Director: Prentice Penny Writer: Prentice Penny Where you can stream it now: Netflix What IMDb says: Elijah must balance his dream of becoming a master sommelier with his father’s expectations that he carry on the family’s Memphis BBQ joint. Why I picked it: Not only have I been on the whole “watch more things from black filmmakers” bandwagon lately, but … Continue reading 30 Movies in 30 Days: Uncorked
Had I seen it before: No. Year: 2020 Director: Spike Lee Writers: Danny Bilson, Paul De Meo, Kevin Willmott, and Spike Lee, Where you can stream it now: Netflix What IMDb says: Four African American vets battle the forces of man and nature when they return to Vietnam seeking the remains of their fallen squad leader and the gold fortune he helped them hide. Why I picked … Continue reading 30 Movies in 30 Days: Da 5 Bloods
There are a LOT of streaming platforms now. Some would even argue too many. As the industry becomes more fragmented, there’s no longer a clear winner in terms of where your streaming dollars get the best bang for your buck. Wednesday’s launch of HBO Max only makes the waters more muddy. So I’ve taken it upon myself to analyze what platforms have the best offerings … Continue reading Do You Need HBO Max?: Animated TV edition
Anne’s note: This piece was co-written with my lovely friend Jess, who you may remember from My Friend And I Live-Texted After. Here Are Those Texts. You can find her on Twitter here.) In an ongoing global crisis, it’s easy to feel powerless as the world as we know it seems to be collapsing around us. Unfortunately, we’re not equipped to handle the majority of those … Continue reading Shows to Watch While You’re Social Distancing (f/Jess!)
When it was originally on: 2017-present Original network: Netflix Where you can stream it now: Netflix Had I seen it before: No. What IMDb says: A financial adviser drags his family from Chicago to the Missouri Ozarks, where he must launder money to appease a drug boss. Why I picked it: I always love diving into shows that seem to be kind of a big deal within critics/awards circles but … Continue reading 100 Pilots in 100 Days: Ozark
When it was originally on: 2013-2019 Original network: Netflix Where you can stream it now: Netflix Had I seen it before: I’ve seen 4 seasons and about half of season 5. At one point considered it to be one of my favorite shows. What IMDb says: Convicted of a decade old crime of transporting drug money to an ex-girlfriend, normally law-abiding Piper Chapman is sentenced to a year … Continue reading 100 Pilots in 100 Days: Orange is the New Black
When it was originally on: 2017-present Original network: Netflix Where you can stream it now: Netflix Had I seen it before: No What IMDb says: A look at the personal and professional lives of a group of women who perform for a wrestling organization in Los Angeles during the 1980s. Why I picked it: Netflix’s GLOW seems like a show I WOULD like, but I hadn’t gotten around to … Continue reading 100 Pilots in 100 Days: GLOW
Have I seen it: Yes! What IMDb says: A high school student is forced to confront her secret crush at a kissing booth. Requirements fulfilled: – At least one comedy – At least one movie about kids in high school Why I picked it: I had actually already watched this movie when I was in a fun romcom mood a week ago and was pleasantly surprised by it. … Continue reading 30 Movies in 30 Days: The Kissing Booth
Had I seen it before: I watched the first eight episodes or so but stopped when I realized I was only watching because other people were and not out of genuine enjoyment. What IMDb says: A Congressman works with his equally conniving wife to exact revenge on the people who betrayed him. Why I picked it: House of Cards is the first Netflix original series. … Continue reading 30 Pilots in 30 Days: House of Cards
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