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Unfrosted (2024)
A testament to the perils of prioritizing star power over substance
As a devoted fan of comedy and the talented individuals involved in "Unfrosted," my anticipation for this film was palpable. With a cast boasting some of the industry's brightest stars, including favorites I've admired for years, my expectations soared. However, what unfolded on screen was a crushing disappointment.
From the opening scenes, it became painfully evident that "Unfrosted" struggled to find its footing. Despite the comedic prowess of its ensemble, the script stumbled aimlessly, failing to evoke even the slightest chuckle. Each punchline felt forced, every comedic beat fell flat, and the once-promising premise of a battle between Post and Kellogg over the iconic Pop-Tart fizzled into irrelevance.
The exorbitant cost of assembling such a star-studded cast only added insult to injury. One can't help but wonder how such a substantial investment failed to yield a return in entertainment value. It's a bitter pill to swallow, witnessing the squandering of talent and resources on a project that ultimately amounted to little more than a missed opportunity.
Amidst the sea of disappointment, however, there were fleeting moments of redemption. In the film's final minutes, a scene set in a diner briefly captured a glimmer. Additionally, the historical pictures and facts presented during the credits offered a welcome respite from the film's lackluster narrative.
Yet, these scant highlights only serve to accentuate the film's overall failure. "Unfrosted" stands as a testament to the perils of prioritizing star power over substance, squandering the potential of what could have been a genuinely engaging story. It's a sobering reminder that even the most promising projects can falter in the hands of misguided execution.
The Blackening (2022)
I was pleasantly surprised!
Full disclosure, 😂 I wasn't expecting much from this movie. I'm not a fan of horror nor of horror comedy type movies however this movie was well done and I was pleasantly surprised.
It was witty, funny, the cast and acting were great, the storyline was well written and the "cultural" references were hilarious. Those that know nothing about black culture or history won't get it and that's okay. It's not for you.
The story starts off at the right pace and the writer immediately starts to sprinkle clues and develop the characters.
The Thriller / Suspense aspect was on point!
It's a funny must see with or without friends.
😂
African Queens: Njinga (2023)
"Unveiling the Hidden History of African Queens: A Captivating and Important Story"
In a world where the term "Queen" is often used as slang or a term of endearment, this movie prompts us to think more deeply about what it truly means to call someone "Queen."
This docuseries is a thought-provoking, eye-opening, powerful testament to the strength, resilience, and royalty of African Queens.
It tells the story of a female monarch who navigated a world where women were not meant to rule and did her best to protect and uplift her people.
The costumes, sets, and narrators are all top-notch, making for a compelling viewing experience.
But this series is about more than just one queen; it's about reclaiming the stories and histories of a continent that has been systematically erased and misrepresented by colonizers for centuries.
The truth about the civilizations and people that Europeans claimed never existed is finally being brought to light.
It's time for a new narrative, one that highlights the greatness of Black men and women and portrays them as kings and queens, not gang bangers and hood rats.
For too long, the media and entertainment industry have perpetuated negative stereotypes about people of color. This docuseries is a much-needed correction to that narrative.
And while some may nitpick and argue about the details, the bigger picture is that these stories are finally being told.
The series also addresses the issue of slavery, which has affected many cultures throughout history.
However, the Transatlantic Slave Trade stands alone in its scope, brutality, and institutionalization. It involved the forced removal of 14 million people from their homes, the stripping of their culture, and their enslavement in a new land for a span of over 300 years.
Even after emancipation, laws were put in place to ensure that they were considered less than human and made it almost impossible for them to live as free people.
We cannot continue to mute the truth out of fear of facing the consequences.
This docuseries is an important step towards understanding and reconciliation, and I, for one, cannot wait for the next installment.
Antebellum (2020)
Whoa! Amazing! Don't believe the bad reviews.
You can pretty much tell who wrote what reviews. I'm going to be unbiased here. There are "folks" that don't like to look the ugly history and present tense of America in the face. Some are annoyed or tired to hear about the topic and believe that movies made around the subject matter of slavery or the confederation are made with the intention to divide or make people feel bad what their ancestors did or on the flip side, for loosing the war. This movie wasn't that.
This movie was brilliant. It's been a while since I've watched a film that threw me for a loop.
Actresses Janelle Monáe & Jena Malone absolutely stood out. These were Oscar Award winning performances.
The only reason that this movie didn't get the recognition it deserves is because like everything that points out ugly truths, it got buried intentionally. It is still beyond me that such a brilliant work of art, such an amazing script and production got buried alive.
Every-time I drive down south and pass these confederate was memorial sites and happen to come across these reenactments that folks seem compelled to do I get the chills. I cringe at the thought that there would be Nazi reenactments of WWI & II allowed etc... I'm rolling my eyes because what's good for the goose isn't for the gander so to speak.
All that to say this movie isn't to make you feel bad about slavery, it's about so much more. It's an amazing thriller, it's about the past, the future, perseverance, love, dedication, good seeds, bad seeds, the acting, the plot, the costumes, the sets... If you can put aside your ignorance, fear and look embrace all that is art about this movie you will absolutely love it.
I was glued to the TV and I'll be honest I'm not a fan of staring at America's ugly history all the time however this film had me on the edge of my seat the entire time!!!!
Keep in mind that these places do still exist and it gives me the chills to think that it is possible for people to be out there doing this sick stuff! That's the thought that kept me on the edge of my chair!
Easter Sunday (2022)
I really wanted to love this
It's cute, something to watch perhaps after Sunday Dinner. Light, fluffy, cheesy at times. I consider it a Filipino spoof or satire for the most part. The best actors in the move were Joe V Jr & Venessa the cop (Tiffany Haddish).
I enjoy Jo Koy's Youtube Clips and I couldn't wait to see this movie. I was disappointed, the acting was horrible and he was just not funny in this. The plot was predictable 20 minutes into the movie. Surprisingly the funniest part was when Venessa, the cop played by Tiffany Haddish pulled him over and I had already saw that clip in the previews.
I've seen worse movies and watching it isn't a "total" waste of time however I am disappointed overall.
I really wanted to love it!