Vivo: Lin-Manuel Miranda Can Do No Wrong

Lin-Manuel Miranda is having himself a strong year and Vivo is no exception as audiences will have a lot of fun watching this one. Vivo (Lin-Manuel Miranda) is a kinkajou or what we otherwise refer to as the rainforest “honey bear.” Not just any regular kinkajou but a one-of-a-kind one. He can dance and sing! He spends his time in the town square with his human, Andrés (Juan de Marcos), where the two of them…

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The Last Letter From Your Lover

The Last Letter From Your Lover spans both past and present in the Augustine Frizzell-directed film adaptation of JoJo Moyes’s novel. It’s hard to believe that this film was directed by Augustine Frizzell because it’s nothing like her debut feature, Never Goin’ Back! Frizzell’s own history with her husband, filmmaker David Lowery, is why she’s directing the film. Because of her background, she is the perfect director for the film! Ellie Haworth (Felicity Jones) is…

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Netflix: Coming and Leaving in August 2021

Netflix announced the list of movies, television series, and specials that are coming and leaving the streaming service in August 2021. All titles and dates are subject to change. Coming Soon Comedy Premium League — NETFLIX SERIES ?? Four teams comprising 16 of India’s funniest entertainers engage in battles of wit and wisecracks in hopes of being crowned the ultimate comedy champs. D.P. — NETFLIX SERIES ?? After he’s taken under the wing of an…

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Gunpowder Milkshake: A Stylish Genre-Blender

Gunpowder Milkshake is a stylish female-driven Tarantino-esque genre-blending thriller that provides a new approach to the assassin genre. Sam (Karen Gillan) has known nothing but life with The Firm since her elite assassin mother, Scarlet (Lena Headey) abandoned her when she was 12 years old. To no surprise, Sam has followed in her mother’s footsteps and she’s become something of an assassin in her own right. Trust me when I say that you do not…

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The Ice Road: A Change Of Page for Liam Neeson

The Ice Road offers a nice change of pace and thrills for action star Liam Neeson in this solid B movie now streaming on Netflix. Widows and Ordinary Love aside, it feels like a lot of Liam Neeson films of late are Taken or something not far from the formula. That’s why this film, which offers no shortage of thrills, is such a breath of fresh air. Sure, Netflix keeps churning films out but this…

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Netflix: Coming and Leaving in July

Netflix announced the list of movies, television series, and specials that are coming and leaving the streaming service in July. All titles and dates are subject to change Coming Soon Cheech & Chong’s Still Smokin Feels Like Ishq — NETFLIX SERIES ?? Short films follow young adults as they navigate the gamut of emotions that come with finding romantic connection in unexpected places. How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast): Season 3 — NETFLIX SERIES ??…

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Good on Paper: A Mostly True Love Story

Comedian Iliza Shlesinger draws on her own experiences in Good on Paper and turns her catharsis into a comedic work of art. Iliza Shlesinger not only stars in this film but she cleverly wrote the script, too. When it comes to comedy, there’s a way of bringing catharsis into work whether it’s on stage or in a script. On screen, she plays a role that’s not too far from who she is in a real…

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Fatherhood: Kevin Hart Stars As Single Dad

Kevin Hart stars as a single dad mourning the passing of his wife in Fatherhood, a new film produced by Sony and premiering on Netflix. Hart is an actor who you will either love or hate. He tends to go over the top in most projects but with Paul Weitz’s direction, he comes back down to earth. Given that the film is based on a memoir by Matthew Logelin, it makes sense that Hart’s performance…

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Scott Kreamer on Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous

Scott Kreamer stopped by Solzy at the Movies to discuss the third season of Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, which just launched on Netflix. The Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous showrunner previously stopped by to discuss the first and second seasons. We get into spoiler territory here so I must stress that you please wait until after watching. Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous just launched for the third season on Netflix. What were the big things that the…

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Netflix: Coming and Leaving in June

Netflix announced the list of movies, television series, and specials that are coming and leaving the streaming service in June. All titles and dates are subject to change Coming Soon Ali & Ratu Ratu Queens — NETFLIX FILM ?? After his father’s passing, a teenager sets out for New York in search of his estranged mother and soon finds love and connection in unexpected places. Jiva! — NETFLIX SERIES ?? A street dancer juggling a…

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