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Who Is Christmas Eve? (2021)
It's an out-of-the-giftbox Christmas Movie event!
"Eve was abandoned as a baby at Christmas. When she is unable to move on with her life because of the mystery, her boyfriend hires a private investigator to find her parents."
I don't normally watch too many Christmas movies, so the clichés are lost on me. And I believe that is an advantage for this writer. Because part of my writing process is that I like going through different reviews. Let it marinate like a fine wine after I've watched it and formed my own opinion, then explore different outlooks. Especially if there is an actor or actress I follow. Keeps me grounded. This movie is no different. I decided to view this movie because I follow and even had the privilege to speak too, the beautiful Juliana Harkavy (Pam) "Arrow-verse", "If You Only Knew."
Without giving any spoilers away, It's an out-of-the-giftbox Christmas Movie. This movie had surprisingly different types of layers, which I was flabbergasted to see in a Christmas Movie. This Christmas Feature Event had "A Message of Hope & Faith!" And it doesn't matter if you're born into a family, or that you create one of your own. "Who Is Christmas Eve" is a movie that shows the masses that we are ALL looking for some kind of connection. And no matter how old we are, no matter WHAT kind of distance that we all must overcome or who stands in our way, shows us that it is in our very BEING that we are compelled to make even the tiniest bond. And that my friend is the true meaning of Christmas!
It was well diverse and very well rounded in many aspects including race & sexual orientation. Like I said, I don't watch too many Christmas Movies, so my expectations were low. If Juliana Harkavy wasn't in it, I wouldn't have even bothered. But this movie took me by surprise! And I've seen the actors in different projects in the past and they brought their "A" game.
For instance, "Paige Hurd" who played Eve, I've seen in "Cradle 2 The Grave," "The Cat in The Hat" & "Beauty Shop". She is very beautiful, and I am intrigued to see more of her! Also, Romeo Miller played Chris, which I thought was adorable in "Honey." This is the first time I've noticed him as an adult. Come to find out I've also seen him in The Defenders, Charlie's Angels & Empire without recognizing him as Lil' Romeo! He REALLY surprised me with his acting chops! And of course, Juliana Harkavy who played Pam, which I first seen her in "DC's Arrow-verse" & "If You Only Knew." This is an actress that CONTINUES to surprise me. Talent, Beauty & a bit of an activist, which spells Triple Threat for me! I am so excited to see more of her!
In conclusion, if you're fine watching the same boring Christmas movie over, and over again. And refuse to broaden your palate. Then you really shouldn't watch this movie. You couldn't handle it. But if you know someone who is a little more innovative than you might be, tell them about this movie and show them this review. They have my kind of taste. But hey, maybe they might get you to watch it with them. However, it's free on Tubi! So, what do you have to lose?
Lol.
Rock of Ages (2012)
Surprisingly Good
So I was referred by a coworker to see this 80's classic rock musical about a small town girl and a city boy meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. The movie had ALL of the cliches from a girl trying to make it in hollywood to meeting the "city boy" that she meets. To a washed up drunken rockstar! Even a politician adulter, with a religious fanatic who has maybe a shady past! You would think I would say: "Next Please"! Nope!
First I was surprised with the actors talent! They wasn't half bad! I loved when Catherine Zeta-Jones did "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" By: Pat Benatar! Lol, I was actually turned on by it! I was also happy to see Mar J. Blige sing these classic rock songs as well. I have seen her in concert and she blew me away, and she blew me away again in this movie! I found myself singing to "Waiting for a Girl Like You" By: Foreigner and others. (I didn't want to!) And the movie closed, leaving me with a warm feeling with the final song by Journey called "Don't Stop Believin"
So all in all, this was a feel good movie of sorts. If you like Classic 80's Rock, you will love this movie! However, you are forewarned. You may start singing at the end like I did!
The Gifted: eXposed (2017)
You have my FULL ATTENTION!
The Gifted had me on the edge of my seat! Something that I expect from Matt Nix (Burn Notice) The storyline seems very well thought out and there could be many possibilities that the show can go! I love two of the actors in the show! Amy Acker (Angel) Coby Bell (Burn Notice). I can't wait to continue these episodes to see what happens next! I need my attention to be wrapped into the show to "Get Away" and I have a feeling that this show will do it!
I Feel Bad (2018)
A show to grow on!
I'm not going to lie. This show made me laugh. It made me think and at times it made me disgusted. It's kind of made me think of The "Bad Mom's" franchise. I like that she works at a video game company, so it kind of has a bit of geek to it. So that's always good for me! I'm just not sure about the main character. I know the show is called "I Feel Bad", however, I'm not sure can handle all of the complaining. But I'm going to give it a shot anyway! Maybe it will grow on me!
Smash: Pilot (2012)
Review: NBC's Smash (Feb 6th, After the Super Bowl)
OK, I never thought I would ever consider a show like Smash, it's really not my forte, you know for an "Alpha, Head-O-Sexual Male." But I always want to be above that stigma. There for, it had interests me. And when I saw it on Amazon, I LOVE IT! There was a part in the show where Katharine McPhee had singed the "Christina Angular" hit "Beautiful"; how she started to shine and glow, singing not to the producers, but to the one she love, oh man, I wish she was singing to me. It was so breath taking. I tell you, just for that number alone, I must see what happens next, and I am going to be rooting for the character. The show also, seems to have some drama to it, to keep it going, great cast ensemble including Emmy Award winner, Debra Messing (Will & Grace), Oscar Winner, Anjelica Houston (Prizzi's Honor) with Broadway Sensation Megan Hilty. And introducing, Katharine McPhee! (American Idol {Season 6})NBC has finally brought back "Must See TV"