FUN FRIDAY: TV SERIES REVIEW

ON MY BLOCK 

GENRE: Comedy 

STARRING: Sierra Capri, Jason Genao, Brett Gray, Diego Tinoco, Jessica Marie Garcia, Julio Macias

RUN TIME: 30 min

SEASON: 3 (2018 - )

A coming-of-age story about four bright, street-savvy friends navigating their way through high school in the gritty inner city of South Central Los Angeles. Dealing with the danger of getting their friend out of a gang and friends turning into romance, danger is constant.

This is the story of four teenage friends as they deal with everything life throws at them. They will have to fight to save themselves from their toxic environment that threatens to pull them in while dealing with the challenges that comes with being a teenager. A series that deals with real issues affecting kids living in the ghetto, packaged and delivered in a humorous manner. A real delight. 

RATING: 8.5/10 

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THROWBACK THURSDAY : BOOK REVIEW

THE ATLANTIS GRAIL By Vera Nazarian

Genre: Sci Fi, Apocalyptic, Romance, Inspirational

Published: Dec. 22, 2014

Words: 207,320

Language: English

ISBN: 978160762132

The  year  is  2047.  An  extinction-level  asteroid  is  hurtling  toward  Earth, and  the  descendants  of  ancient  Atlantis  have  returned  from  the  stars  to offer  humanity  help. But  there’s  a  catch.  They  can  only  take  a  tiny  percent  of  the  Earth’s population   back  to  the  colony  planet  Atlantis—bright,  talented,   and athletic  teens  who must  Qualify. Nerd, geek, and awkward smart girl Gwen Lark must compete against other Earth teens but to  rescue  her entire  family. Because  there’s  a  loophole.  If  you  are  good  enough  to  Qualify,  you  are eligible  to compete  in  the  brutal  games  of the  Atlantis  Grail, which  grants all  winners  the  luxuries  and  privileges  of  Atlantis  Citizenship. Such  as curing  your  mother’s  cancer. 

This book is a Divergent meet Hunger Games combination. It is a very fast paced thriller that brings to light the unwavering determination and hope of a young woman in the face of unbelievable odds. If you ever feel inconsequential or hopeless, this book is for you

Rating: 9/10

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LOVE WEDNESDAY: BOOK REVIEW

FAIRY-STRUCK  By Amy Sumida
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Published: July 12, 2015
Words: 136,780
Language: English
ISBN: 9781311758873

Fairies live among us; their presence forgotten by all except for the humans who once fought them. There is an ancient truce between us now, maintained by two military forces; the human Extinguishers and the fey Hunters. But that truce is threatened when a cynical Extinguisher meets an arrogant Hunter and a forbidden passion flares between them, uncovering secrets that alters both of their worlds.

This movie is a slight departure from the well-known faerie lore but still a feel of the known. It is a mash-up of several subplots, there is intrigue and espionage, assassinations and war, monsters and magical men, deep seeded hatred and immortal love. An interesting read

Rating: 7/10

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INSPIRATION TUESDAY: BOOK REVIEW

IN THE ROOMS AND ON THE COUCH  by Nick Jimbanis
GENRE: Biography, Inspirational
PUBLISHED: Jan. 6, 2016
WORDS: 92,420
LANGUAGE: English
ISBN: 9781311474407

Nick J., sober seven years, questions his recovery program when a terrifying phone call from the ER forces Nick to deal with his wife’s tragic suicide attempt, an unscrupulous doctor and the demons from his past. When he arrives at the hospital, Nick learns that Officer Martin has found Debbie passed out behind the wheel of her car in the middle of US 1.

This is the story of a man who is is on a journey to recovery as he handles several difficult situations that threatens to pull him back into the depths of despair that he is trying to escape from. He must admit his weakness to find strength to save not only himself but his marriage with the humorous but frank assistance from his recovery program. 


RATING: 7.5/10

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NEW RELEASE MONDAY: TV SERIES REVIEW

 SAVED BY THE BELL 
GENRE: Comedy 
STARRING: Haskiri Velazquez, Mitchell Hoog, Josie Totah, Alycia Pascual-Peña, Belmont Cameli, Dexter Darden

RUN TIME: 30 min

SEASONS: 1 (2020 -) 

This series center around a new group of Bayside High students from "overprivileged" and working-class families, among the latter of which were transferred to the school as part of a plan by now-California Governor Zack Morris—whose administration experiences controversy for closing too many low-income high schools—to send lower-income students to the highest-performing schools in the state.

This is the story of a group of students who get transferred to a new posh school after their former high school is closed down. It follows the students as they adjust to the change and blend in with their new surroundings. It is full of plot holes but it does the job it is expected to do (make the viewer laugh). 

RATING: 7/10 

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FUN FRIDAY: TV SERIES REVIEW

SOUTH SIDE

GENRE: Comedy 

STARRING: Sultan Salahuddin, Kareme Young, Chandra Russell, Bashir Salahuddin...

RUN TIME: 22min

SEASONS: 1 (2019 - Present)

This series  follows two friends who recently graduated from community college and are seeking business success while working at a rent-to-own shop.

A comic take on the misadventures of two recent college graduates on a quest to rise up from their current state by whatever means possible. A hilarious masterpiece.

RATING: 9/10

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: MOVIE REVIEW

2012(FILM)

Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Starring: John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Amanda Peet, Oliver Platt, Thandie Newton, Danny Glover, Woody Harrelson

Run Time: 2 hrs 38min

The plot follows geologist Adrian Helmsley (Ejiofor), who discovers the Earth's crust is becoming unstable after a massive solar flare caused by an alignment of the planets, and novelist Jackson Curtis (Cusack) as he attempts to bring his family to safety as the world is destroyed by a series of extreme natural disasters caused by this. 

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This movie may not totally blow your mind, but with Great casting, cinematography, directing and conceptual story of a modern day Noah's Ark, this movie deserves to be watched. It is filled with adventures and few moments of suspense that will create lovely memories. 

Rating: 7/10

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LOVE WEDNESDAY: BOOK REVIEW

Ashe and the Glass Sword By KuroKoneko Kamen
Genre: Romance, Fantasy
Published: Sep. 15, 2019
Words: 110,340
Language: English
ISBN: 9780463815380

Ashe Smoldris frequents the casinos in Glass City to seduce noblewomen out of their gold and jewels in order to buy his freedom back from loan shark Lord Christian Tremaine. One night, Ashe unwittingly saves the princess of Glass Kingdom from becoming a slave herself when she loses a game of poker. This fateful encounter starts a chain of events that has Ashe becoming a fighter in the coliseum.

A genderbent retelling of the classic fairytale Cinderella. An interesting book with great action, suspense, a few explicit sex scenes and mash-up of popular fairy tales thrown in the mix.

Rating: 7/10

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INSPIRATION TUESDAY: BOOK REVIEW

MOSHE by Adrien Leduc

GENRE: Inspirational 

PUBLISHED: June 18, 2012

WORDS: 21,060

LANGUAGE: English

ISBN: 9781476413648

Ottawa. 1949. Moshe Silverstein doesn't quite fit in. A Type 1 diabetic and one of the only Jewish students at school, the diminutive eleven year old has few friends and is tormented on a daily basis. When the class bully puts a hold on his dream of becoming a professional violinist, Moshe is faced with a difficult decision. With the help of a classmate and Lenny Katzman, the aged boxer and owner of Lenny's Gym, Moshe gains the confidence to confront his tormentors and ultimately to follow his dream. 

This book is the story of a young boy who is a quiet loner, a minority with diabetes with a dream of a better future. His dream is however threatened by a bully and he must fight for it with the help of friends. An inspirational tale of a young boy struggles against an unfavorable situation and his eventual triumph. 

RATING: 7.5/10

 

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FUN FRIDAY: BOOK REVIEW

THE DEMON KISS by Juliana Haygert
GENRE: Fantasy 
PUBLISHED: Oct. 17, 2020
WORDS: 67,910
LANGUAGE: English
ISBN: 9781005612627

A young woman with a secret heritage. A man who made a deal with the devil. And an academy where the students are just as dangerous as the demons. 

A young woman is introduced to the world of the supernatural after a loved one is killed by a Demon. She therefore joins a school of hunters to learn how to protect herself. Her path crosses that of a half Demon and they must work together to achieve her goals. 

RATING: 8/10 

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: MOVIE REVIEW

KINGDOM OF HEAVEN 
GENRE: Drama, Action, Adventure
STARRING: Orlando Bloom, Eva Green, Ghassan Massoud, Jeremy Irons,...
RUN TIME: 2hrs 24min
RELEASED: May 2nd, 2005 

A French village blacksmith goes to the aid of the Kingdom of Jerusalem in its defence against the Ayyubid Muslim Sultan, Saladin, who is fighting to claim the city from the Christians; this leads to the Battle of Hattin.

This is the story of a man who travels to medieval Jerusalem where he falls in love, grows into a leader, and ultimately uses all his courage and skill to defend the city against staggering odds. This movie is an almost perfect work of art; impeccable role interpretation by the lead, incredible battle scenes, a secular unbiased view of the crusade and lovely visuals. The only downside being the movie is a heavily fictionalized version of the true story.

Rating: 9/10

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LOVE WEDNESDAY: MOVIE REVIEW

IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK 

Genre: Romance, Drama 

Starring: KiKi Layne, Stephan James, Colman Domingo, Teyonah Parris, Michael Beach, Dave Franco, Diego Luna, Pedro Pascal, Ed Skrein, Brian Tyree Henry, and Regina King

Run Time: 1hr 59min 

A young woman embraces her pregnancy while she and her family set out to prove her childhood friend and lover innocent of a crime he didn't commit before the birth of their child.

A very lovely movie highlighting a love growing in the midst of problems. There is a lot of social - political undertones caused by racism, prejudice and a highly corrupt judicial system leading to a feeling of helplessness. The movie is a very strong adaptation of the book, though at 2Hours, is a bit too long leading to scenes that are either irrelevant or should have been shorter. I definitely recommend this one, though you might fall asleep midway through it. 

Rating: 8/10 

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INSPIRATION TUESDAY: MOVIE REVIEW

 THE WAY BACK 
GENRE: Drama, Inspirational 
STARRING: Ben Affleck, Al Madrigal, Michaela Watkins, and Janina gavankar. 
RUN TIME: 1hr 48min
RELEASED: March 6th, 2020 

The movie follows an alcoholic construction worker who is recruited to become head coach of the basketball team at the high school he used to attend.

This is the story of a man who is at a low point in his life having lost everything that is precious to him. A return to the game which he abandoned years ago as a coach will prove to make the difference and change not only his views of life but will also ignite hope in his heart. An inspiring story. 

RATING: 7/10 

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