Never Have I Ever Season 2 Thoughts: First Cringe, Then Laugh
Never Have I Ever Season 2 is another season of our main character, Devi, making rash decisions that cause everyone around her to hate her, and in extension, cause viewers like me to feel really uncomfortable.
Pose Final Season TV Show Review: Closure and a Lasting Legacy
Pose has been a show that has been eye-opening for me in many different ways.
Fosse/Verdon TV Show Review: A Star Duo
Fosse/Verdon is an FX original miniseries based on the real lives of theater/film legends Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, following their tumultuous relationship and creative pursuits.
Blackpink: Light Up The Sky Documentary Review: BLINKS UNITE!!
Blackpink Light Up the Sky is a Netflix documentary about the K-pop group, Blackpink. It gives the fans (and the new listeners) what we always look for on the Internet - behind-the-scenes footage and stories!
From Up on Poppy Hill Movie Review: Was one scene away from becoming taboo 😂
From Up on Poppy Hill is probably a lesser known Studio Ghibli film that was released in 2011 and directed by Hayao Miyazaki’s son, Goro Miyazaki. It tells a sweet story of two high schoolers in Japan, set in 1963.
The Old Guard Movie Review: Is it bad that my favorite parts were the flashbacks?
The Old Guard is a Netflix action movie starring Charlize Theron and based off of a comic book. The story is about a group of 4 “immortal” mercenaries who are doing undercover jobs in modern day society, but are grappling with the issue of staying anonymous to protect themselves from being captured.
The Weight of Gold Documentary Review: Did I watch two sports documentaries in a row? Maybe…
The Weight of Gold is an HBO documentary that helps fill a bit of my Olympics void, and similar to Athlete A, discusses the ways in which organizations have failed to protect athletes who are competing at the highest level.
Athlete A Documentary Review: A must-watch for gymnastics enthusiasts!
I really enjoyed watching Athlete A, which is a Netflix documentary about how the USA Gymnastics corporation covered up sexual abuse cases and promoted mentally damaging training regimens for years.
Japan Sinks: 2020
I usually like apocalyptic movies when they’re done right…but this anime felt like a hot mess of storytelling. Japan Sinks: 2020 is a 10 episode anime series spearheaded by Netflix and based on a novel that was written in the 1970s.
The Rape of Nanking
It’s been awhile since I’ve felt such a deep and profound sadness while reading a book. The Rape of Nanking is a historical recounting of the Japanese invasion of Nanking (a major Chinese city) during World War II, probably one of the most horrific events of the war.
Haikyu!! Seasons 1-3
Some people have already heard me RAVE about this anime, but I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love this show and how it’s changed my view of sports anime forever.
Princess Mononoke
When I watched Princess Mononoke for the first time a few years ago, I don’t think I even made it through to the end. Watching it now, I really wanted to take it all in - the animation, the story, and the metaphors.
Insecure Seasons 1-4
Insecure has been on my list of shows to watch for months, and I am so grateful that I am finally caught up with this comedic gem. I remember a particular scene in the first episode that made me laugh out loud, and I’ve been hooked ever since!
Queer Eye Season 5
Queer Eye and the Fab 5 are back again with all of the heart, the feels, the laughs, and most importantly, the incredible heroes. Season 5 was a solid season, and I liked the subtle tweaks that were made to keep the format fresh.
The Catcher in the Rye
It's interesting to read a book that is usually a mandatory part of an English class curriculum. I feel like a teacher isn't holding me responsible for analyzing the deeper themes of the writing and it's up to me to decide how far I want to take my understanding of the literature.
Fruits Basket 2019 Season 1
Fruits Basket was one of those stories I absolutely adored as middle schooler, in the days when shoujo anime and manga were my life. Flash forward to 2020, in the midst of Covid-19 lockdowns and finding myself with a lot of time in front of my computer, I’m regressing back into my childhood instincts.
Daisy Jones & the Six
Daisy Jones & The Six is a story told through all of the voices of its characters, like reading transcripts from a televised interview...When I first started reading, I thought "I'm going to hate this book if it's going to be structured this way..." Surprisingly, I found the book to be thoughtful and engaging.