By the time you read this, the Oscars will have aired. In 1990, Billy Crystal opened the ceremony with a beloved musical number that included the title of this article. So, every year I watch that video on YouTube and sing that song.
Last month, I reviewed most of the movies nominated. The condensed version of my reviews were in the “skip it” category: “The Banshees of Insherin;” “Tár;” “Triangle of Sadness;” and “The Whale.”
The “yes, see it” list included: “The Fabelmans;” “Maverick: Top Gun;” “All Quiet on the Western Front;” “Elvis;” and “Everything, Everywhere All at Once.” All of these films are available to stream.
I rented “To Leslie” because of all the controversy surrounding the best actress nomination for lead actress Andrea Riseborough (I still don’t understand the campaigning rules). This was a hard movie for me as it’s about an addict, and my brother is an addict. I think Andrea earned that Oscar nomination. It’s a well done movie; just know it can be very triggering for those of us with addicts in our lives.
In theaters this month, I saw “80 for Brady.” I am not a Tom Brady fan, but I love true stories. I love movies about healthy female friendships, and with Lily Tomlin, Sally Fields, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno starring? It was a no brainer for me. If felt good to laugh, cry and just experience a movie in a group setting.
I also saw “Knock at the Cabin.” I’m a huge fan of the director M. Night Shyamalan (“The Sixth Sense”). This was not his best work, but I took a bunch of 20-something-year olds to see this film and they were all entertained. It is a thriller about the end of the world, but it didn’t work in my opinion.
The final movie I saw in theaters was “Jesus Revolution.” My oldest daughter asked my husband and me to go with her. It’s the true story of the Jesus movement in the ’70s in California. Kelsey Grammer does a good job of portraying Chuck Smith, the man who ultimately started Calvary Chapel. I appreciated that the three pastors were not portrayed as perfect. It’s definitely a movie families can see together.
Still recovering from major foot surgery gave me time for lots of streaming, so here are the things I watched. I will say it again, HBO and Apple are killing it.
HBO
Apple
Netflix
Basically Netflix provided my just senseless binge material for lying on your back with your foot elevated. Watch “Black Summer” for your zombie fix, and season three of “Love is Blind” and “Bling Empire” for your “surely this doesn’t exist” fix. The one very pleasant surprise was the Reese Witherspoon and Ashton Kutcher romantic comedy “Your Place or Mine?” Great date night movie! Also, the documentary “Pamela, A Love Story” by Pamela Anderson’s son was very moving.
Hulu
Well, next month we will have Oscar winners, and I’ll have lots of opinions. Pas the popcorn please …
Last month, I reviewed most of the movies nominated. The condensed version of my reviews were in the “skip it” category: “The Banshees of Insherin;” “Tár;” “Triangle of Sadness;” and “The Whale.”
The “yes, see it” list included: “The Fabelmans;” “Maverick: Top Gun;” “All Quiet on the Western Front;” “Elvis;” and “Everything, Everywhere All at Once.” All of these films are available to stream.
I rented “To Leslie” because of all the controversy surrounding the best actress nomination for lead actress Andrea Riseborough (I still don’t understand the campaigning rules). This was a hard movie for me as it’s about an addict, and my brother is an addict. I think Andrea earned that Oscar nomination. It’s a well done movie; just know it can be very triggering for those of us with addicts in our lives.
In theaters this month, I saw “80 for Brady.” I am not a Tom Brady fan, but I love true stories. I love movies about healthy female friendships, and with Lily Tomlin, Sally Fields, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno starring? It was a no brainer for me. If felt good to laugh, cry and just experience a movie in a group setting.
I also saw “Knock at the Cabin.” I’m a huge fan of the director M. Night Shyamalan (“The Sixth Sense”). This was not his best work, but I took a bunch of 20-something-year olds to see this film and they were all entertained. It is a thriller about the end of the world, but it didn’t work in my opinion.
The final movie I saw in theaters was “Jesus Revolution.” My oldest daughter asked my husband and me to go with her. It’s the true story of the Jesus movement in the ’70s in California. Kelsey Grammer does a good job of portraying Chuck Smith, the man who ultimately started Calvary Chapel. I appreciated that the three pastors were not portrayed as perfect. It’s definitely a movie families can see together.
Still recovering from major foot surgery gave me time for lots of streaming, so here are the things I watched. I will say it again, HBO and Apple are killing it.
HBO
- “The Last of Us” I didn’t think I would like this series. It is based on the video game that changed the world of video games by creating characters with actual stories you care about. I haven’t finished this series as of this deadline, but so far I’m all in.
Apple
- “Dear Edward” Based on the bestselling novel by the same name, this one was brought to life by the brilliant writers and directors of “Friday Night Lights” (best TV show ever FYI). Connie Britton and Taylor Schilling give excellent performances. I loved the book, and I think the series is doing a great job of staying true to the book.
- “Sharper” This was my favorite movie of the month. It’s a twisty, turny who-is-good and who-is-bad starring Julianne Moore and Sebastian Stan. It had me guessing to last minute.
- “Shrinking” This comedy stars Harrison Ford and Jason Segel. It’s hysterical, but be warned the language is very adult.
- “Servant” The creepy M.Night Shyamalan series is coming to an end. Unless you really enjoy horror, you can skip this.
Netflix
Basically Netflix provided my just senseless binge material for lying on your back with your foot elevated. Watch “Black Summer” for your zombie fix, and season three of “Love is Blind” and “Bling Empire” for your “surely this doesn’t exist” fix. The one very pleasant surprise was the Reese Witherspoon and Ashton Kutcher romantic comedy “Your Place or Mine?” Great date night movie! Also, the documentary “Pamela, A Love Story” by Pamela Anderson’s son was very moving.
Hulu
- “The Sacrament” A brother goes to find his sister who he is convinced has joined a cult. What he finds is even more terrifying. I loved it, but I do love a well done scary movie.
- “Stolen Youth -The Cult at Sarah Lawrence” is a true cult story. This documentary is absolutely SHOCKING. And how an Ivy League school let this happen on its campus is horrifying.
- “Accused” This anthology series covers a different legal dilemma. It’s so good and makes you think.
Well, next month we will have Oscar winners, and I’ll have lots of opinions. Pas the popcorn please …
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