I would say this is surprising, people keeping murders under wraps for money but it's not. Our world today is full of greedy pigs. This was a well told documentary, didn't drag on too terribly much. Lots of videos and pictures and interviews kept it interesting. Very sad though. Just such a waste of lives that could've been stopped pretty early on. The man who committed all these atrocious crimes was an absolutely disgusting excuse of a human being. Had the communities, where the elderly women lived, paid just a TINY bit of attention maybe things would've been different. Cops failed in every single way for a long time too. I mean come on!! The smartest out of the bunch, for a while, was the worker who'd put things together, literally years before anyone else. And I truly don't understand why this wasn't a massive talked about story! I guess they're right, ageism played a huge role. If you like true crime go ahead and give this a watch.
Reviews
231 Reviews
50 First Dates
(2004)
Still one of my faves. After all these years.
13 May 2024
I know this is such a goofy unrealistic movie. I'm totally okay to suspend reality for a couple hours. I don't even know how many times I've watched this. So many weekends it's playing on a television I leave on for our cats haha. I'll be walking through the house, just going about my day and stop and watch if it's on. It just so damn sweet. I have always loved Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler. I love their chemistry in all their movies. Read not too long ago they were working on another one. Fingers crossed. The other characters are great too. Perfect setting for this one as well. At times it just makes you feel the sun on your face. Even the rainy days are beautiful. The animals are a nice addition and the music is just great. I am old now and maybe this reminds me of simpler times, when I first watched it, 20 years ago. Who knows. All I know is it's just so sweet and it's funny. Appropriate for most ages, and that's sure more than you can say about most movies in 2024. We've all been through a lot the last several years. If you need a feel good movie, this one might just do.
Maxton Hall: The World Between Us
(2024– )
I didn't hate this at all!
12 May 2024
Romantic comedy,love stories and the like aren't really my favorite. I just decided to give this a watch anyway. Figured it's free so I can turn it off without consequence. Well, I ended up binging the whole thing in one single day. Sure it's got some cheesy cliche elements what love story, told on screen, doesn't?? Initially I might've hung in because the leading man Damien Hardung is absolutely stunning. I mean he is so GD good looking I might've finished it even if it sucked. The storyline was decent. Acting wasn't bad at all. I throughly enjoyed the musical score, it was really good. The backdrop, in which the story takes place, is beautiful too. If they don't have a second season, I would live but I'm really hoping that's not the case. I would absolutely be here for another season. My suggestion...if you're not planning a next season, and want it to be a limited series then at least wrap things up ya know?? I mean damn at the loose ends! I didn't have any issues with the casting, they all fit their role nicely. I'll end with, Damian Hardung is so effing hot, he might've been the draw for several people, but yall left us wanting more so job well done. Now give us a second season where he's shirtless 99% of the time haha. Damnit man he's beautiful.
Hollywood Con Queen
(2024)
Good lord some people are insane...
11 May 2024
Warning: Spoilers
...I mean this whole story is insane. What a manipulative narcissist. Maybe some terrible things happened to him in his childhood or early adult years but make no mistake, this dude knew exactly what he was doing. He absolutely got off on it. An addiction that plagued a sick person I guess. Have to give the attorney some credit! She and her firm deserve a huge thanks because without them I'm afraid this mess would've stretched on another decade. This documentary is very easy to follow, doesn't get boring or repetitive. I think 3 episodes was just enough. Didn't drag but I was ready for it to be done. I think because Harvey gave me anxiety, even his voice started to grate my nerves but that's a me problem. One more con-man off the streets just for a thousand more to pick right up where he left off. I personally know of someone getting conned as I write this! She won't believe she's getting scammed, even though she's lost thousands and thousands of dollars, her home and the contents of her home. She's was in turn conning her kids out of money to send to her online boyfriend...who's half her age and she never seen his face I might add. Craziness. Shows though how people abandon all reality in hopes of furthering a career or for "love".
The Cleaner
(2021– )
I'm loving this. Unique and funny!
6 May 2024
It took till the third episode for me to really get into this. Episodes, storylines and writing got smart and funny! I mean I guess it could be the medical Mary Jane, either way... I've laughed a lot. The storyline gets deeper, we learn more about our protagonist, who he is, glimpses of his past, as we get the meet different characters each week. By season two I was invested in Wicky's future and his happiness. No matter what happens with his friendships and love life, I will be happy to see him in new settings helping to solve the problems of his clients and sometimes solving a mystery. I think the show is well written and have enjoyed all the characters. Starting season 2 now. If I need to edit my review by the end, I will. But so far very easy to watch.
Lisa Frankenstein
(2024)
So dumb but funny!
3 April 2024
Lisa, Kathryn Newton was really good. Her comedic timing is spot on. My guess is she'll be one to watch in the future. She made me laugh. Was happy to see Cole Sprouse even though he didn't speak a word until the end. This movie is absolutely 100% goofy as hell but it made me laugh. I mean you pretty much know what you're in for with the title. This isn't an Oscar winner by any means but it was a decent way to spend a couple hours. I mean even her name. Lisa Swallows hahaha, that's just great. For once the stepsister wasn't a compete tool so that was nice. Loved all the 90's music and clothes too.
Fargo
(2014–2024)
Loved season 5
18 January 2024
Man oh man this season had so many fabulous actors and I think they all did phenomenal jobs too. I enjoyed this last season more than the one before. It's a tall order keeping up with all the amazing characters and storylines I have no doubt. This one had it all as far as I'm concerned. Very likable people, ones you root for. And of course root for them to take out the bad guy(s) too. I was excited each week to see how the episode played out. Questions were answered and no plot holes that I can remember. Cinematography is cold and white as per usual but still beautiful. The score was good too. I have no complaints.
Letterkenny
(2016–2023)
Sad to see it go...
29 December 2023
Even though the earlier seasons were better than the last few I still really enjoyed this show. It made me laugh many many times! I wish under the "Extras" they'd put all the outtakes. They're hilarious too! Glenn played his role absolutely perfectly. I really missed him this last season. We saw him a smidge and that was all. Stewart and Roald were fantastic. They had some of the best interactions with one another. Man they made me laugh! Reilly and Jonesy early years were great too. Just a perfect array of all kinds of characters. Even though the last season or two didn't garner as many laughs I'm still giving it a 10 because I enjoyed the series as a whole. Sad to see it go, but would be way sadder if it had the comedy gold it had early on. I'm sure I'll go back and watch a few seasons again.
Saltburn
(2023)
Weird! But that's okay.
23 December 2023
Okay so I thought most of the movie was odd some parts a little humorous. Like more of a dry dark whit. The parents were the funny ones. Some parts seemed unnecessary and strange(bathtub) or maybe as the story progressed we needed to know just how demented everyone is haha. Then there are some parts that you're like... What??? Like I thought 56 minutes in was going to be the weirdest part, ummm no I was wrong, at one hour 45 minutes in, yeah I'm gonna say that part takes the cake! Then the following scene, Alison Carver(Venetia) was amazing!! She did a fabulous job. Truthfully one of the reasons I didn't like this more was Barry Keoghan(Oliver) for me he just wasn't charming enough for his role. I don't know, just something never clicked with me. He just couldn't pull off the savviness his character should've had. Then we have the finale, the last few minutes actually changed how I felt. Great ending, they left nothing to the imagination. It's not going to be for everyone but if you like a character study that's got some crazy $hit in it, well this is probably for you.
Shining Vale
(2022–2023)
Took me a minute but then I got into it
12 December 2023
Admittedly it took me a couple episodes to get the gist of this but once I did, I loved it. It's not in your face funny but the more it unfolded the funnier it was. They deliver their lines with ease and the dialogue is fantastic! Lots of cussing but that doesn't bother me at all. I have always loved Greg Kinnear no matter the role he is playing. Courteney Cox is great too. Mira Sorvino is stellar as always, as we're all the other recognizable faces. I did subtract a star for Gus Birney(Gaynor) as she's not my favorite. Maybe that will change in upcoming seasons. I really hope we get more of this show! I was excited when the second season came out, I was so afraid because it wasn't well known or widely watched they'd cancel it. Happy that wasn't the case. This show makes me laugh! It's just sooo out there, in a good way! Keep up the good work, I'll be here for all of it!
Shrapnel
(2023)
Man, glad this one was free haha.
3 December 2023
Okay so I'm all about a good B movie. And I'll be honest Jason Patrick has been a favorite since The Lost Boys. Man did I love that movie as a kid. I was really hoping this one was going to be good, mainly because I wanted JP to have another go with a decent film even a cheesy B film. Sadly this one missed the mark. I do think it could've been much better, with a little more story and some decent lines. We don't care at all about anyone because we don't know enough about them. They really didn't do much talking at all and when they did it was just straight cheesy haha. The cartel shoot like blind people, their aim was straight trash. And then they fold and cry like little girls...come on, no way!! It could've been a good movie because the premise, although it's been done before, is always a story worth telling. The best part of this whole fiasco is Cam Gigandet! Without a doubt, he's the reason for 3 stars and we didn't get nearly enough of him. They didn't even nail the ending. Even with a small budget there could've been more sadly, there wasn't and it just misses the mark over and over. But it was free so there's that!
Leo
(I) (2023)
Very cute movie. We enjoyed it.
25 November 2023
It's rare these days to find any movie without tons of propaganda, virtue signaling, innuendos, political or otherwise, and all the mess that goes along with programming made by morons. Well this one is just cute, lively and funny. Nothing inappropriate hidden under the guise of a children's movie. This one had heart and some really good life lessons. There was singing and talking animals so they're off to a good start. Illustrations were great, writing was on point as well. Good music and I'd say extremely relatable to many kids. It's just as much fun for the adults to watch, with that signature Adam Sandler humor, whit and song writing abilities haha. You can sit down these holidays with the WHOLE family and enjoy this movie. I'm glad I watched it and feel sure we'll watch it again.
Clean
(IV) (2021)
I liked this!!
21 November 2023
I thought it was a really decent movie. It might've been slow in some places but the last 30 minutes make up for any lagging! The anticipation was perfectly timed, you're ready and know it's coming. It was a character study and we learned all we needed to about our protagonist. We know enough about his past to know what's motivating him now. It pushes the story forward while showing some flashbacks that answer the questions. Antagonist has been seen time and time again. Of course this is a story has been told and played out before but really, what hasn't?? It's not as stealth and freaking fantastic as John Wick but what is?? All in all it's a decent way to spend 2 hours. There's some awesome scenes and I think Adrian Brody did a great job! Some of his homemade weapons...yes please!
I loved it!
18 October 2023
I loved it! I really did, I liked the characters I liked the storyline I liked the suspense and the guessing and the where is all this going to go. I loved the style in witch it was done, the flashbacks and I love all the bits of truth the things we know are happening but we ignore and just go on with our daily lives. I especially liked the ending, it wrapped everything up nicely and some good came out of some bad. I only had one question, and it could've been I missed a few minutes in previous episodes. Because this is a show you have to watch! One little sentence said in episode 1 can come back around to an open ended storyline, and help wrap it up. You can't miss anything. Like you need to watch and not text or do laundry haha. You will miss something. The writing is superb that way. I liked it for sure. Would recommend.
Our Flag Means Death
(2022–2023)
Loved season 1: Season 2 is off to an even better start!
6 October 2023
Admittedly it took me a few episodes in season 1 to really get into it but once I did I was totally invested! It was so funny and so sweet and so weird and I'm here for it all. I was excited when I saw season 2 had started. Man did they bring it! You see where they left off and where they began anew. There's some great new characters along the way they manage to introduce a lot in just 3 episodes. Feelings are hurt, people are sad and confused. People are fighting mad and some mad with heartbreak. New lives ruins and old live ruined. Even with all that they manage to bring the comedy. Normally I wait to make reviews until a show is done but after the first 3 episodes of season 2 I had to come show my love. I know the way I want things to turn out, I know all the things I'm rooting for, but not sure I'll get my wish. My first wish would be to be able to binge season 2 haha. Well that ones squelched immediately. I will be anxiously awaiting each episode. So I think what I loved so much about the start of season 2 is watching the pirates still showing all the emotions Stede brought out in them. Trying to cope with new situations but keeping their hearts, minds and conversations open. They know now there's a different and better way. But it's not really the pirate way now is it? So of course some revert and some progress and some change completely. There's some interesting and fun new characters that blend perfectly with the ones we know well. They have reached the perfect balance of sweet and strange, happy and sad. I was hoping to wouldn't take all season for the lost souls and broken hearts find their peace. Well it didn't but not all may be happy reunions and some more broken hearts and revenge seekers are left on the open waters, so what happens from here on out...I'll certainly be happy to find out.
Reptile
(2023)
Not bad at all!
2 October 2023
I mean sure we've seen cops dramas play out for decades on television and movies. Some better than others, as always with everything. This one was pretty decent. Had several well known faces and they all did a fine job. Benicio Del Toro always delivers. I don't mind Justin Timberlake at all, he's usually decent. Michael Pitt is really good, I've always liked him. I think he's very underrated and he does not disappoint here. I enjoyed seeing Alicia's Silverstone too. It's funny, I wouldn't thought BDT was a good 15-20 years older than her but he's not. She'll always be the little girl in clueless I guess haha. There was a second line with a construction worker that didn't make much sense, not sure why they threw that in but other than that the story was easy to follow, cohesive and told the story it was supposed to tell.
Breaking Bad
(2008–2013)
Without a doubt the best series ever!!
1 October 2023
This series is so much more than just television. It's a masterpiece! It's a look into humanity when desperation is the driving force. Regular people turning into who they're meant to be. Honestly it's a show I've watched many times through. The last 8 episodes of season 5 I have watched too many times to count. We're not here to talk about that. This is about some of the most stellar writing EVER. The situations in each episode are just so well done. The way they get out of the situations is nothing short of spectacular! They thought of everything...from watching wardrobes change with attitudes to lighting to camera shots to music. Right down to the last second of the series. So thoughtfully and wonderfully made I swear. And the drama, I mean damn, you'll be on the edge of your seat many times. They ended this series at the perfect time. Although I could've watched it for many more years. Because they didn't wait for it to get stale and stagnant you never have time to get bored. I read years ago that Jessie(Aaron Paul) wasn't supposed to live past a few episodes but the chemistry between him and Walter(Bryan Cranston) was so great they ended up keeping him. Wether this is true or not, I couldn't imagine it any other way! It's just perfection. I will say season 2 is when they flesh the characters out and it's the slowest season but it's still amazing. If you haven't seen this one, it's time! You will not be sorry.
Moving On
(III) (2022)
This isn't a comedy.
6 September 2023
Warning: Spoilers
I love these two women together, especially since Grace and Frankie. I guess I was expecting their whit and humor to be in this movie too. I didn't read any reviews but I did watch a preview that didn't lend too much information, but looked funny and it is listed as a comedy. Well it's not funny. Maybe a line or two. The only time I chuckled out loud was the "cheese" line at the end. This movies centers around some dark things...assault, death, being gay, having to live in assisted living, long lost loves and murder. I'm all about an inappropriate comedy but this isn't one. If they'd have just touted it as a drama I wouldn't have been caught off guard. That said, the acting was good and lots of great actors it just wasn't for me.
Hypnotic
(2023)
It's better than most people are saying.
2 September 2023
I'm not really sure why everybody hates this so much. I read a few reviews that said there were huge plot holes, I didn't find that at all. There was only unanswered question for me and that is simply...were they born with it or are lots of people and it just an untapped brain function, that under the right circumstances can be honed? But everything from the opening scene after was answered! And it was answered very clearly. So either they didn't finish it or they weren't really watching, as they were watching. As far as the acting goes, I mean I've seen worse and I've seen better. But it was it wasn't such pitiful acting that I'd give a one star review for it. It really just centers around a several main characters and they all do a decent job. It's not an Emmy winner by any means but it's still a watchable movie. And if you are among the groups who believe the "government" tells us what they are doing, through channeling entertainment to program us, then I would say you'd like it even more. Because who's to say things like this aren't happening right now. Programming subjects for mass shootings comes to mind haha.
Harlan Coben's Shelter
(2023)
I'm enjoying this!
26 August 2023
I am thoroughly enjoying this series! Although there's only four episodes out, I am completely intrigued and will definitely stay with this until the end. I don't know what this was before, a book, a show, a movie or whatever I truly have no clue. I just started watching the series and got drawn in fairly quickly. Each episode uncovers a new secret or a new truth. Making connections with the characters. The casting is good. I only recognize a few faces, the adults, and don't know anything else these kids have been, but to me, they're doing a good job. I really like Spoons! It's fairly obvious that this has to deal with Jews, Nazis and the Holocaust. Past that I don't know. I have a few ideas but for now I will keep them to myself. It's easy to watch and moves at a quick pace. If they'd dropped the whole season I'd for sure be binging. If it ends with as strong a start as the beginning had, I think it will be really good! If need be, I'll come back and change my review but for now... I like it!
Telemarketers
(2023)
I am HOOKED!!
15 August 2023
Holy crap this is some interesting stuff. From the very first line to the end of the first episode I was hanging on every word! Pat is absolutely hilarious! I think what has drawn me to this is how human it all is and extremely dysfunctional. The people in these telemarketing centers are just absolutely entertaining I don't really know any other way to put it. The fact that these guys started making a documentary or investigating telemarketers almost 20 years ago is amazing! I for one am glad they stuck with it, I cannot wait to see what all they uncover and where this goes. And I will say in all honesty, I had a fraternal order police sticker on my car year after year after year hahahahha. So they absolutely got me! Truthfully I never thought about Fraternal Order of Police being a scam. I knew others were but I did trusted this. Because they said they were the actual police, so yeah I believed it! What scumbags! Living the highlife while others scrounge just in order to help families of fallen officers! You're a special kind of as$hole to come up with this! I haven't donated to anything in a very long time and I never answer my cell phone if I don't know who's calling. I ended up getting a different cell and number for my business, and I don't know who had that number before me but I get multiple text messages almost daily from people trying to scam, usually offering money and/or loans. So telemarketing just has a new look. Same scam, just not on a landline! There's 2 more episodes so I'll come change my review if need be. But so far, yeah this is very informative.
Hakf the show is wasted....
12 August 2023
They spend the first half of the show talking about where they're going and some sight seeing. Seriously they could do a quick intro with some backstory and personal account in oh I don't know, 5-7 minutes. These episodes are just way too long and so boring. Paranormal Caught on Camera is so much better. Mainly because a lot of them just randomly catch stuff. Like they're not "ghost hunting". These guys scream at the smallest thing. So far they haven't caught ONE convincing thing. No sounds, no shadows, no nothing. Just them talking and running and screaming and sight seeing. Oh but if they do "catch something" they just show that clip over and over but it's never convincing!! If anything showing "the evidence" over and over just makes it seem even-more fake, probably because their acting is atrocious hahaha!! How in the actual hell does this show have such a high rating. Once I saw Zak Baggins name as a producer or whatever, figured he paid for the ratings haha. Cause he suuuuckkkss! As does this show. And I'm bummed because I really do love shows like this.
Bones and All
(2022)
I didn't hate it!
12 August 2023
Warning: Spoilers
This wasn't the best movie I've seen but it's certainly not the worst! I kinda wanted a little more action and killing. What kind of killing, I didn't know. Just from the trailer you infer they like blood, but they also eat people food and walk around in daylight. So after watching the preview I knew I had to watch it plus it has Timothée Chalamet and I mean come on he's just pretty amazing! I've liked him in all his roles and Taylor Russell was great too! Some bit roles and cameos they all play important roles, even if they're on the screen just a few minutes. They all help to make the story whole and I believe they were cast very well! Not one bad person in this movie and I realize that's easy to say because there weren't that many but again the ones they picked... Spot on! This was really more of a love story, and a story of family. A story of forgiveness and sadness especially in coming to terms with who you are. But mostly, it's a love story., And a good one at that! It did drag a little here and there, but the scenery made up for it all. They had some beautiful lines and hard revelations. I don't know even as I write this ,having sat with the movie for a little while, I'm beginning to like it more and more! It's definitely one of those that leaves you thinking.
Aussies showing up and showing out.
5 August 2023
Usually i'll wait until the end of a season or a show before I write a review but I decided to go ahead and write one about this and I will adjust as needed. This was a very strong start with the first three episodes! Doesn't take long before they pull you in that's for sure. I am very ready for all of the secrets to be revealed... I have a sneaky suspicion we are in for a lot. I'm enjoying the characters so far and I have no doubt they will flesh them out and we will see more of the past and into the future. I don't pretend to know if this will be an ongoing thing or just a limited series. If it's going to be something that continues for another season, I already think they will need to pick up the pace a little bit. Not that I'm not completely involved and I will certainly watch each episode as it comes out but they are dragging a little bit. That's the reason I didn't give 10 stars I believe there were a few things they could have pushed forward a little faster. But I'm not mad at it at all! Or bored. Great characters really good actors I'm excited to see where it goes. Oh, and I am loving Oggi and hope he's in for the entirety. We haven't seen a whole lot of him but everything I've seen of him I love!
Hijack
(2023)
I throughly enjoyed this one!
3 August 2023
This seven episode series was really good! It was very exciting with several twists and turns. I am always loving an Idris Elba show or movie, so I probably would've watched it anyway even if it wasn't amazing. But it was!! I liked all the characters and the part they played. We don't get any backstory but that's okay, I don't think it would've helped move the story along. We know from the title what this is about but I promise you, you do not know all there is to know about this one. It was smart and savvy in ways I didn't see coming. The writing was great. The situational drama that ensues is top notch and some scenes you're on the edge of your seat. Hard to center around one thing for 7 hours but they managed to pull it off without getting mundane. Any longer and we might've gotten bored but it was well paced and just long enough. So I say well done!
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