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Stay Close (2021)
Stay close as in stick with it-past 5 minutes, longer than 2 eposides.
Many twists but you have to stay with the series or the disappointment will consume you. Ok, dramatic, I know. I was not too sure what I was watching but I had the time and then got hooked and even to the very end was a bit upset because I thought I missed something, maybe skipped one. And there you go. The type of mystery I love. It all tied together, and not in a FAST "gratuitous" tidy bow, but over a lingering bit of more frustration. The acting it great and so well done - just stay with it to the very last minutes of the series. You still may not appreciate or even like it. At least, this way, you will have all to work with to form your opinion.
We're Here (2020)
Really special
Bored one day, came across this title and saw a few photos, thinking it was a silly sort of sitcom that I could get lost in. I had no idea it was a "reality" show. I was 10 minutes into the first episode when it all came to fruition. Fun, mindless, silly, talented. Well, as I kept watching the episodes, mindless change to mindful. What this small gem of a series is doing is unique and the timing could not be more perfect in the climate we live in. When they go to each town, they do not hide the ugliness of racism and homophobia, yet do not exaggerate it either. It is what it is. As a proud gay man who has worked been part of the LGBTQ community for many years in the past, this show even gives me pause - so thoughtful. Trite, but walk a mile in someone's shoes: pumps, heels, loafers who cares! The chosen guests are a wonderful kind of diverse which adds to my admiration. Maybe it's me, but I do well up a couple times each episode. I just finished the season 2 opener and loved what they did. The episode started taping last year when Covid hit. They had to shut down (which is part of the last year season finale), so it picks it up a year later. Well done. Watch more than one, and you may see what I see.
Cyberbully (2011)
Worth a watch
It was a lazy Sunday and I was tired of watching the news so I tuned in. A couple of times, I changed the channel because of a commercial break, yet changed back in time to pick up after that break. I thought this was just going to be another watered down ABC family movie; not that there is anything wrong with that. But I was wrong. This movie is well done and at times very painful yet motivating. When I was in the 2nd grade I (with a friend) called a classmate fatty, not even realizing what I was doing. I just knew that it was getting me attention and a rise out of the kid. He pushed me and I ended up in the hospital for 2 weeks. I learned early and had a major lesson that formed my values today. This movie stirred those actions and emotions and it is worth a serious watch. The acting is good and believable and, hopefully, the message will ring true to others who find it a hobby to bully others. Unfortunately, most bullies will either not bother to watch and take action or simply laugh at it. The seriousness could be devastating. This movie might be one of many, but it ranks tops. I suppose I gave it a high rating because I want this movie to be noticed! Give it a try.
Home by Christmas (2006)
Relax and enjoy? and you will.
Typical "Lifetime" movie; but ya know, a really feel good experience. Sweet performances, especially by Linda Hamilton as a down on her luck divorcée who becomes homeless, make the movie special. Sometimes on the brink of believability, these performances and the director's occasional fast pace put the plot beyond, towards a story that can easily be enjoyed. There are even moments when tears well into ones eyes without the realization that the heart begins to glow with the holiday spirit. Brenda Crichlow's overly optimistic performance is also surprisingly good. Beware that there are some even many predictable moments. However, they are handled so well by the seasoned Ms. Hamilton, Rob Stewart and the actor who plays Max (his father) that an audience can still receive a blip of unexpected plot. In one word this holiday season? Lovely.