Single Review : Johnny Gill, “One Night”
Johnny Gill has always been the most self-assured member of New Edition, and his latest single, “One Night,” reinforces why he remains a standard-bearer for grown-folk R&B.
“Thursday Murder Club” solves the case as successful entertainment
As summer comes to a close, Netflix delivers its latest film, an adaptation of Richard Osman’s international bestseller, “The Thursday Murder Club.”
“Bury Me I’m Dead” is a genre mash up
“Bury Me When I’m Dead” defies easy categorization. It blends elements of a grief drama, a supernatural thriller, and a morality play, navigating the complex space between reality and imagination. The film is uneven yet undeniably ambitious, prioritizing atmosphere and dread over clarity.
“I Know What You Did Last Summer” is a hookless “requel”
Initially released in 1997, “I Know What You Did Last Summer” capitalized on the slasher revival trend.
“The Roses” is a comedically sharp remake
Acclaimed author Warren Adler’s literary classic “The War of the Roses” receives another big-screen adaptation from Searchlight Pictures in “The Roses”. Jay Roach helms the film while two Academy Award-nominated Tony McNamara pens the screenplay.
Second Listen Sunday: Prince, “Sign o’The Times”
For this week’s Second Listen Sunday, I wanted to take a moment to celebrate the legendary Prince Rogers Nelson and his ninth studio album, “Sign o’ the Times.
Slow Jam Saturday: Elliott Yamin, “Wait For You”
For this week’s Slow Jam Saturday, I wanted to venture back to 2007 and show some love to former American Idol contestant Elliot Yamin and his debut single “Wait for You”.
“Eenie Meanie” is a genre jumble that never finds its rhythm
“Eenie Meanie” wants to be a gritty crime drama, a character-driven redemption tale, and a quirky dark comedy all at once—but it never figures out how to balance any of those ambitions.
“Relay” is a smart, slick thriller that keeps you guessing
Oscar nominee Riz Ahmed brings his leading man bravado to the throwback style thriller “Relay” from Bleeker Street for director David Mackenzie.
“Ne Zha 2”: a mythic spectacle that soars beyond expectations
A24 brings an English-dubbed version of the highest-grossing non-English language film “Ne Zha 2” to IMAX theaters, from director Jiaozi, who also pens the screenplay, which is an adaptation of the novel “Investiture of the Gods”.
“What We Hide”: a tense drama carried by two breakout performances
After a few initial missteps, director Daniel Kay finds his footing in the enjoyable film “What We Hide,” presented by Gravitas Ventures.
Single Review: Ready For The World, “FeelinU”
Members of the group Ready for The World are preparing to release a new album titled “READY SONIQUE.”