The plot: Jake and Neytiri’s family grapples with grief, encountering a new, aggressive Na’vi tribe, the Ash People, who are led by the fiery Varang, as the conflict on Pandora escalates and a new moral focus emerges. Avatar: Fire and Ash was good. Pros: I like the kids got developed further. It dealt with loss, …
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Plot: centered on a chaotic political landscape where Donald Trump and JD Vance, after splitting, headed to South Park to free Peter Thiel from jail, while Satan prepared for his Antichrist child’s birth, only to discover Trump and Vance were plotting to destroy the baby, leading to a massive, absurd showdown involving evil woodland creatures, …
The plot: Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile in the Ozian forest, while Glinda resides at the palace in Emerald City, reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, she’ll need to reunite with Glinda to transform herself, and …
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Plot: A choral society’s male members enlist in World War I, leaving the demanding Dr Guthrie to recruit teenagers and experience the joy of singing. This film was disappointing. Pros: I like the way it was shot like a old-school movie. Ralph Fiennes & the rest of the cast each did reality good performances. The …
The plot: Detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who turns the mammal metropolis of Zootopia upside down. Testing their growing partnership like never before, they go under cover in new parts of town to crack the case. I was so looking forward to this sequel. …
Synopsis: “Through candid interviews and exclusive access, the film explores the actors’ breakthrough moments, strategies for success, and their perspectives on the future of Black talent in Hollywood.” The title of the documentary refers to the top-billed star of a film, whose name is listed first on the production’s call sheet. Number One on the Call …
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Synopsis: Following Charlie’s victory against Heaven’s army, the Hotel is packed with new residents. Though, to Charlie’s dismay, many of her new guests seek revenge not redemption. Meanwhile, the Vees try to capitalise on Hell’s instability and use the growing tensions with Heaven to their own advantage. Season 2 of Hazbin Hotel was A better experience. Pros: The songs this time around were …
Plot: No. Lara infiltrates a tomb in Russia’s Caucasus, rescues Sam, who has been kidnapped, and dispatches the perpetrators with the help of a mysterious woman named Fig, who works for PITHOS, an organization led by Mila. Season 2 of Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft was solid. Pros: The animation was still good. I like …
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Plot: Bel-Air Season 4 (the final season) wraps up the series with Will facing senior year pressures, Carlton questioning college (Princeton vs. Morehouse), Hilary navigating life after LaMarcus’s tragic death and her public brand, Ashley exploring her identity, and Uncle Phil & Geoffrey dealing with past dangers and shifting power dynamics, all culminating in a bittersweet farewell …
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Plot: A semi-autobiographical recreation of comedian Alan Carr’s life growing up in the 1980s. Series 3 of Changing Ends was Quite good. Pros: It succeeded progressing young Alan developed as a adult. He start getting to things like love, bending time with family, finding a job and develop friendships. The comedy is better than ever …
