“I just really love you guys.” For anyone who’s ever been to a wedding or dance in their entire lifetime, more than likely you’ve seen people get on the dance floor and dance the “Cha Cha Slide.” It’s rather funny as people who are nicely dressed will often, go out, stomp their feet, and cross … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH (2022)
25TH ANNIVERSARY REVIEW: SELENA (1997)
“Are they gonna love me, Mama?” “Yes, Mija, they're gonna love you.” 25 years ago today, Selena was released on the big screen, throughout the years bringing about a wider audience than those that knew her through their beloved Tejano music. In 1997, at the time, the tragedy of Selena’s murder was still fresh in … Continue reading 25TH ANNIVERSARY REVIEW: SELENA (1997)
SXSW REVIEW: TONY HAWK: UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF (2022)
“I don’t know how long this is going to last, but I’m not going to quit.” Many documentaries about athletes will show a tailored man or woman, sitting in front of a camera, answering flattering questions about the stats of their career. They deserve it, too. For all the work they put in, why shouldn’t … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: TONY HAWK: UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: FACING NOLAN (2022)
“I was born to be a pitcher.” Baseball is that summer pastime that so many of us love. The smell of the green grass as the warm breeze gently brushes across your face. Though not as big a sport as football is in Texas, baseball still has its place in people’s hearts. And if you’re … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: FACING NOLAN (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: I LOVE MY DAD (2022)
“The following actually happened. My Dad asked me to tell you it didn’t.” I remember recently reading in the famous Reddit thread, “Am I the Asshole,” about a sister who catfished her younger sister in order to protect her from a guy. Is catfishing justifiable if the act is to help someone, or if the … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: I LOVE MY DAD (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: UNDER THE INFLUENCE (2022)
“Sensationalism equals more views. And that perpetuating cycle, invariably, ends in disaster.” As a person in their 30s, YouTube began to take flight right as I said goodbye to my adolescent years. I still embraced its start, enjoyed my time watching occasional videos, and I still do. I know a few of the new creators, … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: UNDER THE INFLUENCE (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: THE ART OF MAKING IT (2022)
“You may be one of the greatest living artists in the world, and nobody knows it.” Chris Watts is a young black man with a talent for painting. His “Black On Black On Black” series will strike you at your core. Not only does he paint for his enjoyment, but he does it to shed … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: THE ART OF MAKING IT (2022)
REVIEW: LUCY AND DESI (2022)
“‘I Love Lucy’ was never just a title.” I’ve always grown up watching reruns of the I Love Lucy. In fact, I recently ran through the entirety of the show just a couple of weeks ago. The sound of that music, which is now so iconic, as the elegant script writes out the names of … Continue reading REVIEW: LUCY AND DESI (2022)
REVIEW: THE GREEN KNIGHT (2021)
“This is how silly men perish.” “Or how brave men become great.” “Why greatness? Why is goodness not enough?” A slow, beautiful opening that immediately captures your eye. A King sits on the throne, his scepter in hand, as a glow fills the room around him. What is this majestic presence that I have the … Continue reading REVIEW: THE GREEN KNIGHT (2021)
REVIEW: NIGHTMARE ALLEY (2021)
“Step right up and behold one of the unexplained mysteries of the universe! Is he a man or beast?” For those of you who have seen 1947’s Nightmare Alley starring Tyrone Power and Joan Blondell, you know that you’re in for a treat. Guillermo del Toro, the mind behind films such as Pan’s Labyrinth and … Continue reading REVIEW: NIGHTMARE ALLEY (2021)
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