Movies & TV

By Justin D Williams The Hand That Rocks the Cradle is one of the most memorable psychological thrillers of the 1990s. Released in 1992 and directed by Curtis Hanson, the film takes a simple domestic fear and turns it into a tense, chilling story about trust, trauma, revenge, and the danger of letting the wrong person into your home. In this retrospective, I look back at the film’s production history, story, characters, themes, and why it still holds up today. I also talk abo

By Justin D Williams Supergirl left me feeling conflicted because I could see a stronger movie buried underneath the one we got. The story follows Kara Zor-El on a personal journey shaped by loss, revenge, and self-discovery. Without getting into spoilers, this is not the bright, hopeful version of Supergirl that some viewers might expect. This Kara is wounded, angry, and still carrying the weight of everything she has lost. For me, the movie's strongest parts were the flashb

By Justin D Williams Going into Toy Story 5, I wondered if another sequel was necessary. After Toy Story 3’s emotional goodbye and Toy Story 4’s ending for Woody, I feared this entry might feel redundant. What worked is the film’s new emotional focus through Jessie, giving the sequel purpose. The story works because it explores a modern idea: toys trying to matter in a world where technology is taking up more of a child’s attention. I liked that the movie does not simply say

By Justin D Williams Have you ever wondered what would happen if the internet was implanted directly into your brain? In this retrospective, I take a deep dive into H+: The Digital Series, the ambitious 2012 YouTube sci-fi series that may have been years ahead of its time. Produced by Bryan Singer and released long before streaming originals became the norm, H+ explored a world where humanity was permanently connected through neural implants until a catastrophic virus wiped o

By Justin D Williams Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass know exactly what kind of movie it wants to be: a goofy, weird, fast-moving comedy that fully commits to its ridiculous premise. I respect the way it leans into the chaos. The story follows Gail Daughtry, a small-town hairstylist whose relationship falls apart after her fiancé actually uses their joking celebrity sex pass. Instead of just accepting the embarrassment, Gail decides she is going to even the score by f

By Justin D Williams After watching the entire third season of My Adventures with Superman, I can confidently say the series remains one of my favorite modern interpretations of the Man of Steel. What has always worked for me about this show is that it understands Superman at his core. Clark Kent is not defined by his powers, but by his compassion, optimism, and desire to help others. Season 3 keeps those qualities intact while expanding both the mythology and the relationshi

By Justin D Williams Kevin’s Series of Unfortunate Events is a romantic comedy that nails the absurdities of modern dating. Dating apps, awkward hookups, mixed signals, and walking red flags become the backdrop for a fast, funny, and surprisingly sweet film. The story follows Kevin, a hopeless romantic who keeps putting himself out there, even when the universe keeps giving him every reason to stop. By day, he works at a school as the Online Safety Salamander. This already gi

By Justin D Williams I had a good time with Masters of the Universe. This is the He-Man movie I wanted because it understands that the franchise should be big, colorful, heroic, dramatic, and a little ridiculous in the best way. It embraces the sword, magic, world of Eternia, and the unique energy that makes this property special. The movie follows Prince Adam as he steps into his destiny and becomes He-Man, protector of Eternia. It’s a classic hero’s journey that works here

By Justin D Williams The Furious is exactly the kind of action movie I love. It wastes no time pretending to be something it's not. It knows the audience wants intense fights, hard-hitting martial arts, brutal hand-to-hand combat, and nonstop chaos, and it delivers exactly that. The story follows Wang Wei, a father whose daughter is kidnapped by a criminal network. With no real help coming from the system, he is forced to take matters into his own hands. Along the way, he cro

By Justin D Williams I wanted Scary Movie 2026 to feel like a real comeback for the franchise. With Anna Faris and Regina Hall returning, plus the Wayans family back involved, it had all the pieces to bring back that wild parody energy the series was known for. I was hoping for something ridiculous, funny, and sharp enough to make fun of modern horror while still feeling like its own movie. What I got was a movie that was entertaining in parts, but also messy and uneven. Stor

By Justin D Williams La Lucha de Lucía is a Mexican short film directed by Maria Sofia Hernandez and stars Valeria Casillas, Mario Tadeo, Renee Ortiz, and Michelle Barraza. The film follows “La Guerrera,” a 16-year-old wrestler who is determined to make her way in the same world she grew up in. Trained by her father, “El Patrón Enmascarado,” Lucía has been molded to play the role of a rudo, which is the Spanish equivalent of a heel for American wrestling fans. That means she

By Justin D Williams Watch Monika “Jac” Jagaciak discuss her inspiring journey from the world of high fashion to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, featured as part of the 2026 Tribeca Festival. White Belt follows Monika as she embraces a new challenge, leaving behind the polished runway life to confront vulnerability, strength, and the discipline of starting over. In this interview, Monika shares her thoughts on identity, transformation, competition, and the courage it takes to become a b

By Justin D Williams I got a chance to see Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World from Questlove at the Tribeca Film Festival. Questlove’s Earth, Wind & Fire: To Be Celestial vs. That’s the Weight of the World is more than just a music documentary. It feels like a celebration of joy, soul, creativity, culture, and legacy. The film looks at the rise of Earth, Wind & Fire, and shows how the group became one of the most important bands of all time

By Justin D Williams Ryuya Suzuki’s JINSEI feels like the kind of anime movie that comes once in a blue moon these days. It's an anime film that takes bold creative chances in its storytelling, animation style, music, and direction. This isn't your typical anime film. It never comes across as trend chasing or manufactured. Almost immediately, I sensed that this was deeply personal work, something crafted with care, obsession, and a clear emotional purpose behind it. Written a

By Justin D Williams I finally had the chance to see the horror movie that friends and the media have been raving about, Curry's Barker's Obsession. This is a movie not just about love going wrong. The movie illustrates how desires can become dangerous, fantasy can become poisonous, and one selfish wish can turn into a nightmare. The story follows Bear, a lonely music store employee with deep feelings for his childhood friend and coworker, Nikki. Bear cannot find the courage

By Justin D Williams G4’s Code Monkeys was crude, chaotic, pixelated, and completely different from anything else on television. In this retrospective, we revisit the 8-bit adult animated gamer comedy, looking at its production history, story, characters, standout episodes like IPO, and why the show still has cult appeal in 2026. Created during the classic G4 era, Code Monkeys followed the dysfunctional staff of GameaVision, a fictional 1980s video game studio filled with bad

Posted By Justin D Williams Small town hairdresser Gail Daughtry is engaged to her devoted high school sweetheart, Tom. Her life takes a turn when a trip to a book signing leads to Tom meeting – and sleeping – with his "celebrity pass." Reeling from the betrayal, Gail impulsively joins her friend Otto on a trip to Los Angeles, where a psychic convinces Gail that the only way to save her marriage is to "even the scales" with her own celebrity pass: Jon Hamm. Thus begins an ep

Posted By Ashley Williams The cast and crew of the multi-Emmy Award-winning series THE BOYS attended the series finale screening for the fifth and final season at the historic United Theater, in Downtown Los Angeles, ahead of the release of the final episode of the global hit series exclusively on Prime Video. Following the screening, guests attended an after party at the iconic Vibiana honoring the legacy of the series with immersive moments inspired by all five seasons, inc

By Justin D Williams Michael, the long-awaited biopic starring Jafar Jackson as his uncle, the King of Pop. The movie follows Michael Jackson’s rise from his early days with the Jackson 5 to becoming one of the most influential entertainers the world has ever seen. Most people already know the major beats of the story, yet Michael still delivers an emotional, visually impressive tribute that lands more often than not — even if it never digs quite as deep as it could’ve. The p

By Justin D Williams Take a nostalgic trip back to the beloved 90s PBS kids show that introduced an entire generation to Shakespeare, Homer, Dickens, and more — all through the eyes of one very clever Jack Russell Terrier! In this full retrospective, we dive deep into the magic of Wishbone: the clever storytelling, Soccer the dog’s iconic costumes, the heartfelt Oakdale adventures, and why this show still holds a special place in millennial and 90s kid hearts decades later.