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Renegade Nell

April 3, 2024

I was surprised by how much I loved this show! The fact that it was on Disney made me think it was a kid’s show,…

Jamie

The Escape Artist

January 11, 2023

The Escape Artist is nonfiction written better than most of the best thriller novels. You will root for Walter through every setback and success.

Jamie

Underground Railroad

May 12, 2021

An epic undertaking by Barry Jenkins and he delivers emotion, pain, and the highest quality look back.

Jamie

The Last Duel

April 7, 2021

An epic and cinematic book focused on a medieval duel to end all duels. When one Knight accuses another of assaulting his wife, lives and…

Knox

The Black Church

February 24, 2021

Henry Louis Gates telling you the history of anything is always worth it.

Jamie

Bridgerton

January 6, 2021

An absolute revelation and masterclass from Shonda Rhimes. She uses genre to tell a familiar story but leans into the provocation where lesser shows pull…

Knox

Mrs. America

November 11, 2020

Cate Blacnhett leads a fantastic ensemble in this juicy and colorful look back at the ERA.

Jamie

The Trial of the Chicago 7

October 28, 2020

Oscar nominee adaptation of the true events. It's very Aaron Sorkiny, Sascha Baron Cohen is magnetic and Mark Rylance is a revelation.

Knox

The Queen’s Gambit

October 28, 2020

Anya Taylor-Joy will dare you to look away as her King takes your Queen. Is that right? Am I a chess player now?

Jamie