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Ranking The Characters of Elite
Hello everybody! If you’ve been reading this blog or just know me you know I love Elite so decided to rank the characters while the show is on hiatus! Enjoy the random list. 
***SPOILERS FOR SEASONS 1-4***
20. Marina
Was her death lowkey her own fault? Yes. Moving on. 
19. Carla
Carla is 19 because she uses her hotness to get what she wants. She used Christian and got him basically paralyzed, she used Samu to get a hold on him, and she uses her boobs to get whatever guy she wants! She’s the real villain here if y’all pay attention! 
18. Philippe
Literally tried to assualt Cateyana so no. 
17. Ari
Literally so classist and annoying. She do be having cute outfits though.
16. Malick
CHEATER!
15. Yeray
Kind of just there.
14. Polo
Polito… we’ll he’s a literal murderer let’s start there. He really did have a kind heart and we love a bisexual man into polyamory but I can’t get over what he did to his best friend.
13. Nano
I love a big bad brother trope but like I feel like if he didn’t do what he did Marina would’ve been alive.
12. Patrick
Hot and messy.
11. Mencía
Hot and messier.
10. Cayteana
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She’s a liar and honestly creepy but for some reason she grew on me and I love her friendship with Rebe.
9. Samu
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If he wasn’t so short he’d be cuter to me but Samu has the biggest heart and it’s also his biggest downfall.
8. Ander
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Ander was so messy last season and no one batted and eye! We can’t let hot people get away with everything!
7. Nadia
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Beauty and brains but a tad too judgmental for my taste. Although her and Guzmán are my OTP.
6. Omar
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How can you not love him and they way he has grown over the seasons… king.
5. Christian
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I wish he was in more than like one season he was the funniest character on the show before the next person came on.
4. Valerio
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Everything Christian wanted to be but better. If he wasn’t in love with his (half) sister he might be my favorite on the show.
3. Rebeka
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My Narco Barbie. Rebe is honestly the best friend on the show and I’ve never loved a new addition to a cast ever like I loved her.
2. Guzmán
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I know he had a fucking rough last season personality wise but hat’s my man, and imma stick beside him.
1. Lu
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She’s got beauty, brains, and style. What is there not to love about her?
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Counting Down The 7 TV Leading Ladies I Would Curb Stomp
I’mmmmmm Baaacckkkkk. I feel like I’ve said that a few times on here but it’s been one rough fucking year. Anyways, let’s talk about leading ladies I fucking can not stand. Some of these girls made me roll my eyes especially when I rewatch a show they’re in. If I’m missing any it’s probably because I didn’t watch the show so I’m sorry to all the Rory Gilmore haters. Also, I’m not including Hannah from Girls cause fuck Lena Dunham. I was gonna make a TikTok about it but fuck that it’s too much work. 
 *SPOILERS FOR EVERY SHOW LISTED*
7. Carla Roson from Elite 
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I know a lot of you are gonna be mad at me but it had to be said. Carla is so annoying cause she uses her hotness to get what she wants and plays with people. Like your old childhood friend died and you help the person that MURDERED HER?! And then you start messing around with the kid who’s brother is in jail because of you?! I also hate the way she treats my girl Lu! Like she gives me bird ass energy and I do not like her one bit. Love her clothes though!
6. Zoey Johnson from Grownish
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Zoey Johnson is the most “it’s all about me” character ever. Like every character on the show is more interesting or nicer than her. She’s done plenty of things that are fucking annoying but her sleeping with someone who she knew had a boyfriend and then was mad that she was the other woman takes the cake. Like what did you expect?! She’s the type of person that could stub her toe and pout about it for like 40 minutes until someone asked her what was wrong. She’s a spoiled brat that does not deserve any of the people around her. 
5. Julie Taylor from Friday Night Lights
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It makes no sense that her perfect parents produced a child so awful. Julie was literally the worst character on the show. First of all she had the best parents television has ever seen and she fought with them about everything and anything for no god damn reason. The way Matt was the perfect boyfriend and she didn’t even appreciate him!!! Like you’re dating a guy who literally cares for his grandma and them you cheat on him you fucking WENCH! When her parents had her little sister she literally didn’t even care about her like can you please HELP WITH YOUR OWN KIN! One thing I remember VERY vividly is her sleeping with a teacher in college and his wife literally slapped her in the face in front of everyone. Like girl just take the fucking L. Remember when Tim Riggins saved her life and then she got him in trouble.... I do. And then remember how she ended up ENGAGED to Matt?! God she sucks. 
4. Emma Nelson from Degrassi 
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I’ve been rewatching Degrassi: The Next Generation and let me tell you I have a few words for this blonde ass bitch. Emma in one episode pretends to be fatigued by her ptsd from the shooting so her parents leave her alone so she can sneak out and give head at the fucking RAVEEN! Like of all the things?!!?!?!?!? What I hate the most about Emma is that she is the rudest bitch to Manny. When Manny wanted to get an abortion she was fucking mad. Like babes, she’s 15 why do you want her to suffer. Peter tapped Manny drunk and topless and Emma was mad at Manny not the creep who taped her DRUNK AND TOPLESS and then Emma goes on to DATE that creep! Wow, I really hate her jesus christ. I am probably forgetting so much more but if I went on I would raise my blood pressure. 
3. Serena van der Woodsen from Gossip Girl
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Serena fucking van der Woodsen. Miss “if all the attention isn’t on me I will ruin everything.” Like the picture above says it all. To start off she literally killed a man so jot that the fuck down. Second of all if you really look at it she is a terrible friend to Blair. Blair has been with Serena at her fucking lowest and when Blair gets bad Serena is nowhere to be found. She also falls in love with any man that literally blinks at her. Like I’m pretty sure the only people she didn’t date were chuck and his father. Speaking of fathers, if Daddy issues was a person it would be her. Like your dad sucks why are we this mad about it when you have fucking Nate Archibald in love with you?! There’s so much more I can say but I’ll leave it at that. 
2. Elena Gilbert from The Vampire Diaries
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Elena god damn Gilbert. What isn’t annoying about her? She is the most bland person on the show yet has the two hottest vampires fighting for her and I will never understand it. The entire show was about Elena and whenever Elena had a problem the world had to literally stop until the problem was solved. When Caroline turned into a vampire she became the biggest bad ass but when Elena became a vampire she hated it and then everyone was set out to get the cure like get the fuck over it. She deserved that two season nap.
1. Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City
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Last but certainly not least Carrie. Fucking. Bradshaw. I don’t know a WORSE character. I honestly can’t even BEGIN to explain why she’s the worst part of her own show. Like yeah she has good friends but is she a good friend to them!? Carrie is judgmental as HELL, man obsessed, and just fucking annoying. There is a literal laundry list of things she’s done to make her the worst but let me just highlight her greatest fuck girl moments. 
Let’s begin with Aiden. I know she did some shit before but the way she played this sweet six foot four plus man was so sinister... it sends chills down my spine. Remember when she dated Aiden, cheated on him, told him she cheated on him with her ex the day of her best friend’s wedding, was crying in the wedding photos cause its all about Carrie, later on saw him looking good without him, said she was lonely and missed Aiden, went to his little outdoor cottage with Aiden, invited Big who is the man she cheated on Aiden with, gets proposed to by Aiden, throws up when she sees the ring, (like maybe commitment just isn’t for you Care Bear), eventually wears the new ring as a necklace, and then ends the engagement, oh and don’t forget that time they kissed in the Middle East while she was married to Big! Did I miss anything? Didn’t think so.
Not only is she rude to Aiden she’s also rude to her very best girlfriends. Remember when she was 35 fucking years old and didn’t have enough money to buy the apartment she rents out but had enough to buy designer shoes and bags and clothes (and in one episode, the one where she keeps running into the girl that dated Aiden after her, if you look closely she has a Birkin!!!!!!) and asked Charlotte why she didn’t offer her a loan like it was her fault!?
Remember the time Miranda needed help with her back and she sent Aiden and she was naked and on the floor!!!!!!!!! Remember when she stood Miranda up at dinner because Big decided to cook? Remember when she started dating the Russian and didn’t make it to the weekly brunch?! Like how fucking dare you! Remember when she broke up Big’s marriage and bombarded his ex at lunch thinking she would take her apology? Remember how the ex was literally like a decade younger than her? YEAH ME TOO. 
As you can see it’s very clear why Carrie fucking it’s all about me me me Bradshaw is number one. 
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One New And 9 Returning Shows For Spring
Hi guys I am finally back! I thought I’d drop a list of shows so people would stop asking me what to watch! Unfortunately my father passed from Covid about 3 months ago so I haven’t been writing but I am back! I hope everyone can get vaccinated and keep on being healthy and safe.  For some of these shows I don’t have exact times so I will update when I know! Stay safe and enjoy! I couldn’t add a picture for two shows but Who Killed Sara is back on Netflix May 19th and Dynasty is back may 7th on the CW at 9pm est.
1. Cruel Summer
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This is THEE show of the summer and you guys need to get hip! Cruel Summer is about a girl Kate (Olivia Holt) who goes missing and a nerdy girl Jeanette (Chiara Aurelia) seems to take her place by taking Kate’s boyfriend and friends. The show shows us their lives over the span of the years 1993, 1994, and 1995. The first two episodes were amazing and I can not wait for the rest of the show. 
Watch on Freeform every Tuesday at 10pm est and Hulu the next day 
2. Pose (Season 3)
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The final season of Pose is coming soon and I am mentally not prepared. Last season fucking ruined me and I don’t know if I have enough tears left for a series finale.
Premiering On FX Sunday May 2nd at 10pm est
3. Shrill (Season 3)
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Shrill is such a great show and I can’t wait to see Annie single and out and about this season.
Streaming on Hulu May 7th  
4. High School Musical the Musical: The Series (Season 2)
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After all the Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett drama that happened this past year I can confidently say that season two of HSMTMTS will have a lot more eyes on it.
Streaming on Disney Plus May 14th
5. Special (Season 2)
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This show is so good and I need everyone to watch it I am BEGGING. In case you don’t know this show is about Ryan (Ryan O’Connell) who’s gay that also has cerebral palsy who lives on his own in LA. It’s so funny and heartwarming and it’s a must see! Unfortunately it’s ending with this season. 
Streaming on Netflix May 20th
6. Duncanville (Season 2)
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Duncanville turned out to be one of my favorite cartoons last year and I have been DYING for a second season. If you love Bob’s Burger’s this is the show for you.
Premiering on Fox May 23rd at 9:30pm est
7. Love, Victor (Season 2)
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So I was a little weary of this even being made in the first place but my god I fell in love with this show and especially the last couple of episodes. If you loved Love, Simon you need to check this show out!
Streaming on Hulu June 11th
8. Genera+ion (continuation of season one)
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A LOT of shit happened in the first half of Genera+ion to say the least but i’m excited to see what else these crazy kids get into. If you want a teen show like Euphoria that’s slightly more toned down this is the show for you. 
9. Elite (Season 4)
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To say that I love this show is an understatement. I am so ready for the next season it is the only thing that is keeping me going. I’ve seen the teaser videos and I have a few questions. Who are these new people and what are they gonna do to the remaining characters? Will someone die this season? Will Omander ever catch a fucking break?!
Streaming June 18th on Netflix
10. Rick and Morty (Season 5)
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Rick and Morty is back and I’m very excited to see if they can top the vat of acid episode because that would be very hard. 
Premiering on Adult Swim June 20th 
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Hey everyone sadly my father who was my best friend has passed away due to Covid. I don’t know if I’ll over post on here again but I just wanted to update you. Thanks for all the support over the years and hopefully I’ll see you all here again.
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10 Horror Films I Love But Have Never Put On This Blog
Hi everyone!!! i’m so excited that it’s spooky season!!! This year I decided to write a list of horror films I’ve never discussed on here. Horror is one of my favorite genres so I thought I would get ahead of the halloween madness. I also have recently signed up to get a certificate in Screenwriting at UCLA and will be taking two classes so sadly I will not be posting much for a long long time. I am going to try to finish a few more lists before classes start but I make no  promises! If you don’t wanna miss a post follow me or follow my instagram sammysreelreviews where I post updates on a new post! Thanks to everyone who reads, shares, and interacts with this blog I love making these lists and wish me luck! 
1. Better Watch Out (2016)
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I don’t wanna say too much about this but let’s just say it’s one of my favorite Christmas movies ever. Ashley (Olivia DeJonge) babysits Luke (Levi Miller) during the holidays when an intruder interrupts the evening. Just go in blind you’ll love it. 
Where to watch: Amazon Prime, Tubi, and Crackle
2. Final Girls (2015)
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If you know me you know I love a horror comedy and this is a great one. Max (Taissa Famiga) and her friends watch a B-Horror movie her recently deceased mother starred in and somehow they end up in the film themselves. Can they make it out alive? This movie really fell through the cracks! It has a crazy good cast that includes Nina Dobrev, Alia Shawkat, Alexander Ludwig, Adam Devine, and Malin Akerman. It wont disappoint. 
Where to watch: Showtime 
3. The Descent (2005)
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Sarah (Shauna MacDonald) and her friends go on a trip to explore caves underground after a major tragedy in her life. When they get in the caves they soon realize that they are not alone. This movie is lowkey terrifying I mean cave exploring alone is scary enough! This film also had two separate endings released. One was made for the US and the other for the UK. They said the UK ending was too dark for American audience so depending on where you are let me know what ending you get!
Where to watch: For free on Tubi
4. Let the Right One In (2008)
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Oskar (Kåre Hedebrant) is a twelve year old boy who gets bullied until he befriends a mysterious girl (Lina Leandersson) his age who seems to be hiding a secret about who she really is. I mean this is not only one of the greatest foreign films but one of the best films of all time. Don’t believe me? It has a 98% on rotten tomatoes. Sweden popped the fuck off with his one.  
Where to watch: Hulu and Amazon Prime
5. You’re Next (2011)
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A rich estranged family and their significant others come together to celebrate their parents wedding anniversary but the night doesn’t go as planned. This is another underrated film. I feel like we don’t talk about how fun and brilliant this film is! I HIGHLY recommend this slasher. 
Where to watch: Anywhere you can rent movies 
6. Detention (2011)
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I honestly don’t know how to describe this film but it’s absolutely batshit and it’s so much fun. A serial killer is targeting a group of teens at a high school and things get bloody, funny, and weird. Josh Hutcherson stars in this for all my Peeta stans. 
Where to watch: Pluto Tv
7. Fright Night (2011)
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Charley (played by the late and great Anton Yelchin) has the perfect life until the mysterious Jerry (Colin Farrell) moves in next door. One, I love Anton I miss him so much and he’s so cute in this! Two, Colin Farrell, enough said. Three, the cast is like peak 2011. Dave Franco, Imogen Poots, David Tennant, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Grace Phipps, and Thee Toni Collette. This remake is tons of fun and the song Kid Cudi made for the soundtrack, ‘No One Believes Me,’ is one of my favorite songs ever. 
Where to watch: Showtime
8. Scream 4 (2011)
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Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) comes back to her home town to promote her new book but Ghostface comes back too to hunt down Sidney’s cousin Jill (Emma Roberts) and her friends. Scream 4 is the second best Scream and you can’t tell me it isn’t. The amount of stars in this cast is insane I literally don’t have the patience to list them all. Also the beginning of this film is iconic.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
9. Jennifer’s Body (2009)
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So I checked back through my blog and noticed that I mentioned Jennifer Check and the soundtrack for Jennifer’s Body but never spoke about the film itself so BUCKLE THE FUCK UP. Jennifer’s Body came out when I was a mere 16 years old. The soundtrack was enough to reel me in because it was emo as fuck but I also loved Megan Fox and was ready to support her! Jennifer’s Body is one of the most if not thee most disrespected film of all time! Oscar winning Diablo Cody, writer of Juno and Young Adult, wrote this and it was pretty fucking clear that this film was a middle finger to men. Then when they marketed the film they made it seem like Megan Fox was fucking and killing boys and making out with Amanda Seyfried. It’s one of the reasons it’s so disrespected because they marketed it towards horny boys when it really is a film for the gays and the girls! Anyways, if you’ve been living under a rock for the past 9 years and haven’t seen this movie the plot is that Jennifer Check (Megan Fox) is sacrificed by a band but it goes wrong and the next morning she wakes up with the taste of teenage boys. Needy (Amanda Seyfried) her childhood best friend figures out what is going on and tries to stop Jennifer. It’s not only one of my favorite movies in the entire world but it’s also one of the most quotable films of all time. Jennifer’s Body deserves all the praise and love in the world and I need y’all to watch it if you haven’t and if you have... rewatch it!
Where to watch: Starz
10. Us (2019)
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The fact that I’ve never wrote about this on my blog... I’m so embarrassed! Us is about a family who goes to their beach home to relax but an unexpected visit from their murderous doppelgängers ruins the trip. This is one of the greatest horror films of all time and it’s a damn shame Lupita wasn’t nominated for an Oscar for her performance. Obviously I’m not going to spoil it for you but in my opinion it’s better than Get Out.
Where to watch: HBO
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5 More Of My Favorite On Screen Mean Girls
Before I start I will say that I started writing this in June/July but now it’s September and since then I have moved out of my house so it’s been hard to write with all the new changes happening! I’m glad I can FINALLY bring you the third part of this series. My two most liked posts on here are about my favorite movie and tv mean girls and someone messaged me and say they wanted more so I dug to the bottom of my brain and came up with some girlies I might have missed. If you wanted to read my other mean girl posts the film one is here and the tv one is here. Enjoy the list y’all I thoroughly enjoyed making it. 
1. Santana Lopez (played by Naya Rivera)
Show: Glee
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Ugh. I first started writing this in June and writing about Santana now in July is honestly bringing tears to my eyes. Naya’s tragic death was so god damn heartbreaking. Santana was one of the best TV characters. She was my favorite on Glee and one of the best performers. She was also an out and proud Latina which I know meant so much to so many people. Her character was not only multi layered but made tv history. I don’t know if you can classify Santana as a mean girl or as someone who just kept it VERY fucking real. I mean no one else was giving Rachel the reality checks she so desperately fucking needed! One of my favorite Santana moments is when she auditions with the song Rain On My Parade, that Rachel so infamously crushed in a previous season, right in front of Rachel I mean... iconic? Santana Lopez is, was, and will always be that bitch and Naya Riviera will always be known as a superstar with uncontainable talent.
Best Quote:  “I just heard the news that Trouty Mouth was back in town. I’ve been keeping a notebook just in case this day ever came. Welcome back, Lisa Rinna. I’ve missed you so much since your family packed their bags, loaded them in your mouth, and skipped town. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve wanted to enjoy a crisp pickle, but couldn’t find anyone to suck the lid off the jar. I assume you’ve been working as a baby polisher where young mothers place their infants’ heads in your mouth to get back that newborn shine. So glad you’re back. I haven’t seen a smile that big since the acclamation abominable snowman got his teeth pulled by that little gay elf dentist. Love, Santana.”
2.  Lu aka Lucrecia Montesinos Hendrich (played by Danna Paola)
Show: Elite
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What can I say about the Latin Barbie... let’s start with the hair. I mean who just looks so on point every single day!? Looking your best is always a queen bee necessity. Besides always being camera ready I think my favorite part about Lu is when she switches to english just to really hit the point home. When Carla noticeably avoided her and she said “You bitch!” Ugh, iconic! Lu is the closet we’ve gotten to Blair Waldorf because they have the same amount in their bank account, good grades, love scheming, and can really rock a headband. Lu is down right mean as hell season one but as the seasons go on her tough girl facade starts to fade well, sort of. If you love top tier dramas watch Elite! I dare you to not fall in love with Lu. That’s my bitch!
Best quote: “Narco Barbie.”
3. Katherine Pierce (played by Nina Dobrev)
Show: The Vampire Diaries
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Katherine. Fucking. Pierce. The woman the myth the absolute legend. She is the best villain on Vampire Diaries cause she’s literally the most selfish bitch on the planet! Katherine invented the phrase I want it I got it. Katherine doesn’t have a lot of redeeming qualities but one of them is the way she hates Elena and can we fucking blame her!?! Elena is the worst!!! Imagine the two loves of your life falling for a girl who looks EXACTLY like you but has absolutely no personality!? EW!!! Katherine did like ONE nice thing ever and it was being nice to her daughter before she died. When Katherine died in season 5 a part of me died too but thank god for Kai Parker.
Best quote: “Hello, the cute one’s here!”
4. Rebekah Mikaelson (played by Claire Holt)
Show: The Vampire Diaries/The Originals
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To be honest I couldn’t get that into The Originals but I loved Rebekah on The Vampire Diaries. If you wanted to see how a Leo woman moves and operates there is no need to look further than Rebekah Mikaelson. Rebekah was a bad bitch but she had feelings! All she wanted was a guy to love her and it’s veryn understandable when the guys in Mystic Falls look like that! I like Rebekah cause she always had the best outfits and was the only one besides Katherine who realized Matt was hot as hell.
Best Quote: “If you don’t shut your mouth the next thing to come out of it will be your teeth.”
5. Rei Hino/Sailor Mars (Voiced by: Michie Tomazawa, Cristina Valenzuela, Katie Griffin, Emilie Barlow, and Rina Sato)
Show/Movies: Sailor Moon franchise
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I know she’s a hero but let’s be honest, Rei was a massive bitch! She was always making fun of Usagi for literally no reason and she even tried to steal Mamo from her! Like sis READ THE ROOM. One thing I admire about Rei is her sense of style. She really was serving lewks all day everyday I mean that pink overall fit is still iconic in 2020! I think one of the reasons she’s so mean is because she’s fighting the forces of evil in a stiletto! I mean they’re cute but not practical for fighting the bad guys! Although Rei is the literal definition of an Aries she cares for the people she loves and that is why we tolerate her.
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8 New And Returning Shows And Movies Coming At The End Of Summer 2020
1. Trinkets (Season 2)
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I feel like this show went completely under the radar but I feel like it’s one of the better teen shows Netflix has to offer! I won’t give away the first season but it’s about three girls (Briana Hildebrand, Kiana Madeira, and Quintessa Swindell) who meet in a Shoplifters Anonymous meeting. The three of them become friends and honestly we just gotta stan gurl power!
Premiers August 25th on Netflix
2. Million Dollar Beach House
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So Netflix just announced this Selling Sunset esque show that’s based in the Hamptons. If you like luxury homes and the pointless drama of white people this may be the show for you.
Premiers August 26th on Netflix
3. Aggretsuko (Season 3)
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Everyone’s favorite red panda is back for a third season and from the trailer I’m wondering if she’ll ever quit that damn job and start rocking that stage!!! I’m so excited for this show I hope this season is like 100 episodes long.
Premiers August 27th on Netflix
4. The Babysitter: Killer Queen
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If you know me you know I LOVE LOVE LOVE The Babysitter so the fact that we’re getting a sequel is so AMAZING. Is there anything better than a horror comedy? If you haven’t seen the first movie I highly suggest you watch it. In The Babysitter Cole (Judah Lewis) decides to stay up one night to see what his babysitter does when he’s asleep but he didn’t think she’d be doing a satanic ritual with her friends to make their dreams come true. I’m telling you it’s one of my favorite Netflix original movies and the cast is awesome.
Premiers September 10th on Netflix
5. We Are Who We Are
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The plot for this show has pretty much been a secret other than saying it’s a coming of age story of two teens living on an American military base in Italy. The show is directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name, Suspiria) and stars Jordan Kristine Seamon, Jack Dylan Grazer, Spencer Moore II, Corey Knight, Kid Cudi, Francesca Scorsese and Chloe Sevigny.
Premiers September 14th on HBO
6. The Devil All The Time
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Also not too clear on the plot here but all I know is that Tom Holland’s character has beef with Robert Pattinson’s character. It’s also based on a book of the same name. This very intense film stars not only those two fave brits but also, Sebastian Stan, Bill Skarsgård, Riley Keough, Hailey Bennett, Mia Wasikowska, and Jason Clarke,
Premiers September 16th on Netflix
7. Bobs Burger’s (Season 11)
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I usually don’t put a show that’s been running this long on lists like these but I had to say that we have not gotten a solid Bob’s Burgers season since season 7 and I really need this season to make me laugh. The last few seasons haven’t really been memorable!
Premiers September 27th on FOX
8. Baby (Season 3)
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Netflix’s Italian original show about two girls who become prostitutes is sadly coming to an end. I’m very scared for what’s going to happen because the stills of season 3 on Instagram look like the girls might be in a bit of hot water.
Premiers September 16th on Netflix
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I Watched 365 DNI So You Don’t Have To
Poland has released their own 50 Shades of Grey and they came to play!
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The last couple of weeks on TikTok I’ve been seeing people talk about this movie but more specifically the sex scenes. The videos were saying this film made 50 Shades of Grey look like child’s play so of course my ass was interested. Unfortunately it wasn’t available to stream and I’m too chicken shit to use an illegal movie website so I had to wait. A week and a half later Netflix US got the movie on their site so I could finally watch this messy ass film. So, the plot is that Italian Mafia member Massimo ( Michele Morrone) kidnaps polish Laura (Anna Maria Sieklucka) while she’s on vacation and tells her that she has 365 days to fall in love with him and if she doesn’t he’ll let her go. If it sounds dumb its because it truly is. If you enjoy Wattpad or every gang story on the Episode app this is the film for you. Let me start by saying I do not condone any of Massimo’s actions but if a tall ass fine ass rich ass Italian man like him kidnapped me and he only wanted me to fall in love with him... I’m not running away I’m leaving my bald ass boyfriend and asking, “where to bae?!” Before I begin, ***SPOILERS!!!***
Ok so I know you’re probably “like shut the fuck up and tell us about the sex!” but I wanted to set the scene okay! First of all this is literally a soft core porn film and you cant convince me otherwise. Whether or not they’re actually doing it has been debated but I don’t know some of the scenes seemed a little too realistic. We really don’t get our first semi sexual encounter until exactly 45 minutes in (yes I took note cause I care ladies!) but about 55 minutes in is when things start to get interesting. At around an hour and eight minutes in Massimo spits somewhere and my jaw dropped. If you don’t know what what I mean by somewhere use your imagination! That scene goes on for a while and for a second I forgot I was watching a movie on Netflix. The sex scenes are plentiful and hot ladies so watch with caution!
This movie is obviously just not good so I’m not even going to begin to seriously critique it but I do have some things I need to get off of my chest. When Laura goes to the club she wears a high ponytail and it doesn’t blend right with her real hair and it bothers the hell out of me! All that money gurl come on! The other very pressing matter is Laura’s new hairdo they give her in Poland. That wig should be burned and thrown over Massimo’s yacht. Also the dress Laura wears to that wedding... like babygurl, we going to the club after? Also also, I HATED THE ENDING!  Even though they spent zero time showing us that they actually got to know each other with their clothes on I would still be so upset if someone died! 
365 DNI wasn’t a complete waste of time but it did remind me that I probably won’t have a sexual encounter until 2021 which sucks. As bad, pointless, and plotless as this movie is by the end I strangely wanted more? I don’t know what kind of trance this movie put me in but I am not mad. While we wait for possible sequel news I will be actively looking for my own Massimo, you don’t even have to kidnap me I will go willingly! 
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7 Of My Favorite Shows And Sequels Returning This Summer
So to say that a lot is going on is an understatement. If you haven’t figured it out by my profile picture I am not only a black woman but a black woman in America. I love that my generation is getting out there and protesting for what is right. We are truly making history by making our voices heard. I decided to make this post because I struggle with mental health and I know that some people may need the distraction so that’s why most of the things on this list are just mindless shows. It’s important to be informed but also it’s okay to step away from the phone  and the news and take a break if you need one. So with that being said, I hope you guys enjoy the shows on this post. I hope everyone who’s out there protesting is being safe and is safe. All lives won’t matter until Black lives matter. 
1. Siesta Key (Season 3)
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Yeah I’m fucking trash. So what. The second half of season three looks like it’s going to be the messiest yet and I’m here for it. I just hope that one day Juliette realizes that she is way too hot to be messing around with someone who looks and acts like Alex. 
Premiers June 16th on MTV and then airs every Tuesday at 8pm/7c
2. Dating Around (Season 2)
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The awkward first date dating show is back and I’m so excited. There’s nothing better than watching two strangers try to flirt with each other. If you like dating shows this is truly the best streaming has to offer.
Premieres June 12th on Netflix
3. F Is For Family (Season 4)
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The fourth season of one of the best animated Netflix originals is back and honestly we could all use the laughs right now! If you haven’t gotten into this get into it now. 
Premieres June 12th on Netflix
4. Dark (Season 3)
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The best show I have ever seen in my entire life is coming back for its third and final season and bittersweet is the only way to describe how I’m feeling about it. This is the best show that Netflix has ever made and I doubt you could find me a better one. The writing on Dark is phenomenal and I can’t wait to see how they end it all.
Premieres June 27th on Netlix
5. The Kissing Booth 2
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My favorite Netflix original rom com is back with their second installment. If you know me or have followed this blog you know that I fucking STAN The Kissing Booth. It is the PERFECT amount of cheesy. The Kissing Booth is like a security blanket for me. It’s there when I’m happy, it’s there when I’m sad, and most importantly it’s there when I wanna see Jacob Elordi’s abs. 
Premieres July 24th on Netflix
6. The Umbrella Academy (Season 2)
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I’m not giving anything away because I want everyone to watch it but with a cliffhanger like that Season 2 may be the quickest binge ever. 
Premieres July 31st on Netflix
7. Selling Sunset (Season 3)
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If you love Bravo and HGTV (Tarek’s new girlfriend is actually in this) I highly suggest you get into this hunny. This reality show follows a real estate company run by two brothers whose workers are flawless Los Angeles boss babes. Come for the million dollar mansions, stay for queen Christine. 
Premieres August 3rd on Netflix
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8 New(ish) Things To Stream During Quarantine
HI EVERYBODY!!! I’M BACK! I’ve been so distracted by what’s going on (like a fucking PANDEMIC!?!!!) that I haven’t written in a bit and I’m so sorry! To be honest I’ve been playing so much Animal Crossing that I don’t have time to focus on shows that require a lot of attention so technically I didn’t have much to write about. It’s kind of awesome though that some of my old posts still get notes everyday I’m glad people could be discovering some shows or movies they haven’t seen yet! Any who, I made a list of some newish stuff I’ve been streaming that I liked I wish I had more to add but I promise I will get off my Nintendo Switch and binge some foreign shows and new stuff so I can tell y’all about it. Also, HBO Max is FINALLY out so when they come out with more original content I’ll be sure to post about it! Ok enjoy the list and remember THE 3RD AND FINAL SEASON OF THE NETFLIX ORIGINAL SHOW “DARK” COMES OUT ON JUNE 27TH! ITS THE BEST SHOW I HAVE EVER SEEN SO FUCKING WATCH IT!!! Okay now I’m done for real. I love y’all enjoy the list! Besos!
*- Netflix original 
1. Big Time Adolescence (2020)
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Pete Davidson stars in this film where he befriends his ex girlfriend’s little brother (Griffin Gluck). The movie is hysterical but also heartwarming. I only watched for Machine Gun Kelly but I’m glad I did.
Where to stream: Hulu
2. Duncanville (Season 1)
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Fox’s newest animated show fits in perfectly with the Sunday animated line up. Duncanville follows teenage Duncan and his kooky family. Not only did Amy Poehler create the show she also writes it and voices Duncan and Duncan’s mom! If you’re a Bob’s Burgers fan you’ll love this.
Where to stream: Hulu
3. Parasite (2019)
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All the hype surrounding this film is real. Please watch this Academy Award winning film (for best picture!!!) right fucking NOW.
Where to stream: Hulu
4. Never Have I Ever (Season 1)*
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Mindy Kailing created and wrote this teen comedy about an Indian girl named Devi (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) who just wants to lose her virginity. Not only do we finally have a teen brown girl at the center of the show she also has two best friends of color with actual depth! Please watch the show it’s such a gem!
Where to stream: Netflix
5. Hollywood (2020)*
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Ryan Murphy’s reimagining of old Hollywood isn’t his flashiest project but it’s definitely his most heartwarming one. This miniseries stars Darren Criss, Laura Harrier, The Politicians David Corenswets, and show stopping newcomer Jeremy Pope.
Where to stream: Netflix
6. The Midnight Gospel (Season 1)*
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Pendleton Ward, creator of my favorite animated series Adventure Time, has created a whole new show for Netflix about a kid named Clancy who interviews people in dying worlds for his space cast. The animation is fun because there’s always something going on but the dialogue is basically as if you’re listening to a podcast. The show goes over so many topics and it really gets you thinking. I hate podcasts but I loved The Midnight Gospel and I pray it gets renewed.
Where to stream: Netflix
7. Trolls World Tour (2020)
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I’m a Trolls stan and the fact that we can rent the sequel from the comfort of our homes is honestly the only thing giving me serotonin these days. If you need a laugh or want to jam out this is the movie for you. Stormi Webster approved.
Where to watch: Available anywhere you can rent films 
8. Solar Opposites (Season 1)
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With this original show Hulu is finally ready to play ball when it comes to the streaming wars. From the creators of Rick and Morty comes another balls to the walls insane show. A group of four aliens migrate to earth and try to fit in. It’s only eight episodes long but I need a season two like now! There’s also a subplot I’m not gonna give away but I was so invested in it I’m so excited to see what happens.
Where to stream: Hulu
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Here’s A List Of 6 Random Shows I’ve Been Watching Recently And 2 Shows I Love Coming Back
Hey y’all I know its been a long fucking time since I’ve posted and I was gonna post a review about Once Upon A Time in Hollywood but honestly all I was gonna say about it was that It’s overrated and I don’t get why people are obsessed with it. I was also gonna add the newest season of Sabrina on here but my god that season was such a mess this sentence is all it’s getting. Now that that’s out the way here are some shows I’ve watched recently that I’ve been loving and some shows I’ve always watched that I just never wrote about so here they are and I hope you enjoy this list! I don’t know when my next post will be up but I always post on my story on my Sammy’s Reel Reviews instagram. Thanks for still sticking with me!
1. American Housewife (2016 - )
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I’m not a big sitcom person but my god Hulu just played this show randomly and I didn’t stop. The show about a middle class family living in A upper class neighborhood never fails to put a smile on my face. I’m so thankful Hulu forced me to watch this.
Where to watch: All episodes are streaming on Hulu
2. Good Girls (2018 - )
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I’ve had multiple people tell me to watch Good Girls but I just never got around to it. I was in between shows so I finally watched it when my friend Sydney told me it was like an episode story. I’m actually hooked and I really need these ladies to get their finances right cause their lives stress ME out. Also Rio is so SEXY. 
Where to watch: Sundays on NBC at 10pm and streaming on Hulu the next day
3. Single Parents (2018 - )
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I mean how I’ve never mentioned this show before is a crime. The kids are the best part of Single Parents and who doesn’t love Leighton Meester?! If you need a good comedy to watch this is the one. 
Where to watch: Wednesday’s on ABC at 9:30 pm and streaming on Hulu the next day
4. Legacies (2018 - )
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If you know me or have followed this blog you know I’m a big old slut for The Vampire Diaries. The show started when I was in high school and ended when I was literally graduated out of college. Yes I am aware of how old that makes me. Anyways, obviously when I heard zaddy Alaric (Matthew Davis) was getting his own spinoff I had to partake! First season was all fighting monsters and building the characters but the latest episode of season two really changed the game. I mean they brought back Kai Fucking Parker (Chris Wood)!!! If you love The Vampire Diaries and The Originals you gotta watch Legacies like now. 
Where to watch: Thursday’s on The CW at 9pm
5. The Stranger (2020 - )
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The Stranger is a Netflix original about a girl (Hannah John-Kamen) who tells people’s deepest darkest secrets but the question is how the fuck does she know?! This bitch literally sets an entire town on fire with her hot gossip and I love the messiness. I don’t think it was the best show but it’s so entertaining it’s worth the watch just to have something to talk about.
Where to watch: Netflix
6. Marvel’s Runaways (2017 - 2019)
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If you read my blog you know I’m not a big Marvel person but I was curious about this show and Gregg Sulkin is just hot but now I’m genuinely so invested in this show idk what happened. I’m currently on season 3 and i’m sad it’s the last one. If you like teen superhero shows where there are more questions raised with every answer given this is the one for you y’all.
Where to watch: Hulu
7. On My Block (2018 - )
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Ok so I’m gonna keep this short cause y’all know how I love this show! It’s back this week and I’m so excited to see what the gang get up to this time. I’m also just very excited to see Spooky (Julio Macias) in some more tight tank tops.
Where to watch: Season 3 streaming March 11th on Netflix
8. Elite
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We also know I love this goddamn show coming back this week and I just have a few things to say ***SPOILERS COMING***. Ok first of all fuck Polo (Álvaro Rico)!!! I’m glad he’s dead and I really have no idea who would’ve killed him. I don’t care if they’re problematic Nadia (Mina El Hammani) and Guzmán (Miguel Bernardeau) are my endgame ok!!! Also Ander (Arón Piper) and Omar (Omar Ayuso) better be peachy fucking keen this whole god damn season or I will RAGE! I’m also gonna need Lu (Danna Paola) to stop fucking her half brother!
Where to watch: Season 3 streaming March 13th on Netflix
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9 New and Returning Shows to Catch in 2020
Hello welcome to 2020!!! I hope you have enjoyed my decade countdowns I have previously posted! I’m so excited to start a fresh new year and decade!!! It blows my mind that in 2030 I’ll be almost 40. Ugh I wanna be young forever. ANYWHO, some of my favorite shows are coming back or are back and there are a few new shows I’m very excited about watching! Before I begin can y’all let me know if you want me to do a reality tv show list? I watch so much reality tv and was wondering if anyone else does. Ok so here’s the list I hope y’all enjoy it!
1. Dare Me
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The new show about a cheerleading squad with a mysterious new coach is bound to be a favorite. It’s based on Meg Abbot’s book of the same name and if it’s anything like that jaws are going to drop.
Where to watch: Every Sunday at 10p/9c on USA
2. Spinning Out
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Kaya Scodelario plays an ice skater named Kat that is trying to recover from a skating accident. She has a little sister who also competes named Serena (Willow Shields) who has an attitude and a mother (January Jones) who deals with a bipolar disorder. This show has romance, ice skating, and it really gets into what it’s like to have a mental illness. I will warn you guys that a character does have manic moments due to not taking medication and I know that can be triggering! Otherwise the show is great and I need a season two now!
Where to watch: Currently streaming on Netflix
3. You (Season 2)
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Joe (Penn Badgley) is back and he’s still creepy but he’s now creepy in LA! Can’t say much cause I don’t wanna give away season one to people who haven’t watched yet but it was definitely a rollercoaster of a season.
Where to watch: Currently streaming on Netflix
4. Dollface
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This show about a girl named Jules (Kat Dennings) who gets dumped by her boyfriend and crawls back to the girlfriends she neglected is very relatable. I mean we all have had a friend at one point that’s just obsessed with their significant other. Dollface is not only funny but it’s surreal in some sequences. If you love girl power, laughing, Shay Mitchell, Brenda Song, Kat Dennings, and some amazing celeb cameos, this is the show for you!
Where to watch: Currently streaming on Hulu
5. Party of Five
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In the reboot of Party of Five the Acosta children are left to fend for themselves when their mom and dad are deported back to Mexico. Ok so the first episode is already up on Hulu and y’all, the way I SOBBED. I love how they changed the plot to reflect the struggles that a ton of immigrants face today. The cast is so good together and I just know it’s going to be Freeform’s best new snow!
Where to watch: Every Wednesday starting January 8th at 8p/7c on Freeform and streaming on Hulu the next day
6. Good Trouble (Season 2)
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The Foster sisters are back for another drama filled season and I’m so excited. The Christmas special was so good and if thats any indication of whats to come I’m over the moon.
Where to watch: Every Wednesday starting January 15th at 10p/9c on Freeform and streaming on Hulu the next day
7. Grownish (Season 3)
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Zoe and the gang are back for another season of shenanigans but the real question is, WHO THE FUCK IS PREGNANT?!
Where to watch: Every Thursday at 8p/7c starting January 16th on Freeform and streaming on Hulu the next day
8. Sex Education (Season 2)
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The comedy I ended up loving is back for a second season. I must admit I didn’t watch this show for awhile but I started feeling left out on twitter so I decided to binge it. I’m not going to lie I don’t really remember where the show left off (I watch too much tv) but I just know I’m ready for this new season!
Where to watch: All episodes streaming on Netflix January 17th
9. The Other Two
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If you loved Broad City this is 100% the show for you. I don’t wanna give anything away but please watch it and tell me how you hard your laughed. Thankfully they’re making a season two and hopefully a thousand more.
Where to watch: Comedy Central On Demand
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Counting Down My Top 20 Films Of The Decade: Part 2
Here we are y’all, the last decade list. I can’t believe I actually finished this list. This list took fucking forever and I can’t believe I’m finally sharing it! All my decade lists are listed here in my intro to the first part of my top 20! Okay so some of these choices may be crazy, I know, but I picked the movies that have made me feel things and movies that I have watched over and over and over again. I’m so glad I got to reminisce on all these wonderful films and I’m so happy to share this with the world! My next post won’t be until 2020 and the topic is still to be determined but it will be a list of television shows cause I know how much y’all love that. This past year has been a roller coaster for me but one positive is that my blog really grew! I appreciate anyone who reads or shares or likes any of my posts it means the world to me. Even when I was at my absolute worst I kept up with this blog and everyone who interacts with it helps keep me going. I hope everyone has a happy and healthy New Years! Before I forget ***THERE WILL BE SPOILERS!!!*** Mwah!
10. Upgrade (2018)
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This past year I realized that I may like sci-fi movies more than I thought. My friend Kelsey raved about this and after I watched I 100% saw why. This action packed film about a technophobe looking for revenge is absolutely insane!!! I don’t wanna give it away cause I highly recommend you watch this so if you wanna hear more about it click here!
9. Drive (2011)
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Ugh, I don’t have much to say about this BRILLIANT film cause words are not enough but that elevator scene alone deserves an Oscar. The 80’s themed soundtrack, and neon lights started a revolution in 2010 indie cinema and I stand by that.
8. La La Land (2016)
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I wrote a review on this movie that you can read here so I’ll keep this brief. When I watched this in theaters I sobbed at the end because it just reminded me of how much I loved film and writing screenplays. Anytime I feel like I can’t do anything or that I’m not progressing I put La La Land on and remember a career in film is what I’m meant to do.
7. Happy Death Day (2017)
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I’m really going to try to not talk about this movie in 2020 but I can not make any promises. If you follow me I am so sorry you have to see me mention this movie for the 7000th time. If you’re new here first of all, welcome! Second of all, you can read all about it here, here, and here. I love Happy Death Day so much and the sequel is just as good so please rent it or stream it! I want a 3rd movie! I need it!!!
6. Nocturnal Animals (2016)
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This is one of the most underrated films ever. Like where was the Oscar nomination?! I wrote an entire review about it so you can read more about it here! All I’m gonna say is, that scene where she’s getting an abortion and Jake Gyllenhaal is waiting outside in he fucking rain for her?!?! I literally gasped in theaters. 
5. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (2010)
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Let me start by saying that this is the funniest movie ever created. I know every single line to this film and every time I watch it I still laugh which is impressive because I’ve literally been watching this movie for almost a decade now. I’m kind of out of words to say because there are so many things worth mentioning but I’ll try! Let’s start with the how insane this cast is. Can you believe that this movie has Superman, Captain America, and Captain Marvel!? The best Avengers movie is this one if you ask me! Michael Cera is always hysterical but Kieran Culkin is one of my favorite parts of this movie. When this movie came out I had a crush on Jonny Simmons so he was one of the reasons I saw it but he’s underrated as Young Neil. Anna Kendrick and Aubrey Plaza have small parts but they make quite the impact. Alison Pill deserves a damn Oscar already! She’s honestly one of the best actresses of our generation. Ellen Wong as Knives Chau kills me and I was so excited when she was a main cast member on The Carrie Diaries. Lastly, Mae Whitman says one of my favorite lines ever and although she’s in the movie for like 3 scenes she certainly makes the most of the little time she’s given. The comedic timing of this film is perfection and it’s one of the only movies where every single scene is entertaining! There are so many things I quote from this movie it’d be unfair to only pick one honestly but “Alright this next song goes out to the guy who keeps yelling from the balcony. It’s called We Hate You, Please Die.” And that song title is exactly what I think of anyone who does not enjoy this PERFECT film.
4. Like Crazy (2011)
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If you know me you know how much I love this movie, movies about love, and how much I loved Anton Yelchin so this movie is a firm sucker punch to the gut. I haven’t watched it since Anton passed but it’s one of the most emotional films I’ve ever seen. A couple with an ocean between them is probably the decade’s best romance. Felicity and Anton had insane chemistry and improvised most of the movie. I would write more but I’m tearing up thinking about Anton *insert every sad and crying emoji*.
3. Call Me By Your Name (2017)
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When I first saw this movie I left the theater asking myself why this movie was such a big deal. Then I got in my car and started bawling my eyes out. What I love about CMBYM is how optimistic it makes you feel about love the whole time Elio (Timothée Chalamet) and Oliver (Armie Hammer) were falling in love I had puppy dog eyes. I’m a Pisces so I’m all about deep and fleeting love and every time I watch this movie it gets me in my fucking feels! When Elio cried on the car ride home after saying bye to Oliver but they couldn’t give each other a proper goodbye cause they’re gay and it was the 80’s!!! HeartBREAKING! Not only did this movie make me wanna runaway to Italy but It’s also one of the sexiest movies of the decade and I haven’t looked at peaches the same since.
2. Gone Girl (2014)
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I read Gone Girl before I saw the movie and I’ve regretted it everyday since. The book took me three days to finish, which is a lot for me, and I felt like it was too detailed. In the book you read a lot of Amy’s (Rosamund Pike) journal entries which makes it pretty obvious that she’s alive and well. I hate Ben Affleck but honestly he was the perfect choice to play Nick. This movie is one of the only movies that is better than the book. When this was on HBO I literally watched it every time it was on tv for months. The cinematography is phenomenal and the acting is even better. Fincher is a genius and in my eyes, Gone Girl is his best work.
1. Black Swan (2010)
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The flavor this film has... I mean it’s immaculate. Growing up I studied at Boston Ballet School and it was very intense! Those ten years helped shape me into the woman I am today. While I did ballet I used to always go see ballets cause we got discounted tickets and my favorite was Swan Lake. The music, the story, the costumes, it’s all so beautiful and timeless. When the film came out I was so excited. I had no idea what to expect but if it’s about ballet I am in. I love this movie so much it’s dark, the acting is superb, and nothing is better than Tchaikovsky’s music blaring in the background during the most climatic scenes. Black Swan might be my third favorite movie of all time but it’s 100% my favorite movie of the 2010’s. I have no idea not know why it didn’t win best picture.
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Counting Down My Top 20 Films Of The Decade: Part 1
Ok so I wanted to include pictures for all 20 films so I broke the decade list into two parts! The second part will have a way longer and more sentimental intro but I’m lazy so this one is gonna be short. If you want to read my other decade lists you can read all the television ones here, here, and here AND you can catch my previous movie ones here, here, and here! Hope you enjoy the list these movies are films I’ve seen over and over again and I know you’re gonna scratch your head at a few of these but hey I like what I like okay?! As always *THERE WILL BE SPOILERS!!!*
20. The Kissing Booth (2018)
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Yes you read that right I indeed put Netflix’s The Kissing Booth on my decade list. Why you ask? Well because it’s literally the perfect movie to put on for background noise, it’s cheesy as fuck which I love, and Jacob Elordi is a fucking smoke. DEAL WITH IT!
19. Project X (2012)
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Project X has a special place in my heart because it came out when I was my wildest in college. It’s a party movie that never stops the momentum and honestly has one of the best soundtracks like ever. Also the car in the pool is just fucking legendary.
18. Assassination Nation (2018)
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This may be one of the most underrated films fucking ever!? The story about a town that goes batshit after everyone’s internet history is exposed is wild from start to finish. The film focuses on four besties (Suki Waterhouse, Hari Nef, Odessa Young, and Abra) who have each other’s backs when the town turns against them. Bella Thorne, Bill Skarsgard, and Cody Christian are also in this! I started to write a think piece on this movie cause I really think it says a lot about today’s society but maybe I’ll finish and release it in 2020! If you’re a woman please watch this movie! Also did I mention that, Sam Levinson the creator and writer of Euphoria, also wrote this! If you love how batshit Euphoria is this is that times ten!
17. Thoroughbreds (2017)
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I only saw this movie cause it was the last movie Anton Yelchin (RIP my king!) was in and even though he had a small part in this dry dark film became one of my favorites. Besides Anton being perfect, Anya Taylor-Joy and Olivia Cooke give fucking brilliant performances as ex besties turned partners in crime. If you like Gossip Girl, dry humor, and murder this is the movie for you!
16. The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
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I knew Leonardo DiCaprio was a phenomenal actor but I didn’t really get to see his full range until The Wolf of Wall Street. Leo is always acting serious on screen and in my experience and opinion it’s easier than being genuinely funny. Comedy is hard cause you either have it or you don’t but boy did Leo have it in this one. This movie is long but every fucking scene is bonkers. My favorite might be the fight Margot and Leo have the morning after he comes home drunk in his helicopter. “YOU WOKE UP SKYLA!” Iconic, truly. My fellow film buffs may fight me but I honestly think this is one of Scorsese’s best.
15. The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
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Christopher Nolan was absolutely in his motherfucking bag when he was given the job to direct a Batman trilogy. There’s been so many god damn Batman movies but none of them hold a candle to any of Nolan’s and the third installment had a lot to live up to after The Dark Knight but boy did it rise to the occasion. Bane (Tom Hardy) was a super villain who people still do impressions of and Anne Hathaway does not get enough credit for her rendition of Catwoman! Ok before I forget, Joey King is in this movie but in the flashbacks you think she’s someone else and she wasn’t famous then but I knew who she was so I knew the twist at the end of the movie. Sorry I had to get that out there. Any who, no one has made a superhero franchise, besides Into the Spiderverse, that good well like ever! And no one has ever made a third movie in a series that fucking good like, ever.
14. The Duff (2015)
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The movie based on the best selling YA novel was the last great teen rom com we had in YEARS before Lady Bird and Booksmart happened. I mean it’s actually fucking hysterical and I feel like it’s vastly underrated. I personally saw it because I stan miss Bella Thorne, who is excellent in it may I add, but I think everyone should watch The Duff I HIGHLY recommend it!
13. Love, Simon (2018)
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Fun fact, I saw Love, Simon in theaters THREE times. Did I cry every time i saw it? Yes. Did I see it because I have a thing for Nick Robinson? Yes. Did I write a review for it that you can read here so I don’t have to talk about it for a 4th time on this blog? Yes. Watch this godforsaken movie and if you want more LGBTQ+ movies to watch check out this list of my absolute favorites here.
12. About Time (2013)
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About Time is the best rom com of the 2010’s. PERIODT! Ok I was gonna end it there but honestly guys I fucking LOVE this movie so much! First of all, I have a huge girl crush on Rachel McAdams like she’s literally perfection. Domhnall Gleeson is so charming and funny in this you can’t not love him. The scene when he goes back in time and his daughter changes to a boy!? I was SHOOK. The scene where he goes back in time to see his dad again before he dies!? I CRIED REAL THUG TEARS. If you like movies that are funny, good, British, sad, have elements of time traveling, and lovey dovey, well this is the god damn movie for you. This movie should also be a tourism ad for Cornwall cause I’ve been dying to go there ever since.
11. It Follows (2014)
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It Follows was the film that made me start this blog! I’ve written about it too many times to count so my review (that I wrote four years ago!) for it is here if you want to read it. It Follows started the modern horror renaissance and it has haunted me ever since the first time I saw it and that’s why I love it so god damn much.
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Counting Down My Top 10 Underrated Films Of The Decade
Let me start by saying it’s a fucking miracle I made this list because I’ve switched and changed it so many times I got whiplash. I really hope you love this list because it took months and months to make this. It’s so sad writing this because I love these movies so much I wish everyone saw them! I decided to cut this list down to ten because I might take the left over movies and throw them on a list in 2020 because I can’t focus on this to save my life. I’m posting this on Christmas Eve as a gift to all of you who follow this blog. To be honest these last like 4 months my mental health has been so bad I’ve barely left the house so this is one of the only things that’s been keeping me together. Anyone who reads this blog, you give me a reason to live and create and I love influencing y’all to watch my shows lmao. Happy holidays to anyone who’s having a shit time at home or has lost a loved one or has been having a bad time mentally. This list may not be the best to lift spirits but my top animated of the decade probably will which you can read here! Love y’all so much hope you enjoy your present! Usually I would say there are spoilers but since many people haven’t watched these I’m going to put where to watch them so enjoy these amazing but very vaguely described movies! Kisses! Oh and one last thing, the average Rotten Tomatoes score between all these movies is 85.2%!
10. Atomic Blonde (2017)
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I saw this in theaters and it was quite the experience with all the twist and turns this film has. Atomic Blonde not only has a top tier cast but it’s also one of the best spy movies ever made. I don’t wanna give anything away but can you really go wrong with Charlize Theron, James McAvoy, Sofia Butella, and Bill Skarsgård? Don’t think so!
Where to watch: Anywhere you can buy or rent films
9. Anna Karenina (2012)
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Directed by Joe Wright, the brilliant mind behind Atonement, Anna Karenina brings the famed novel to life in this romantic and dazzling rendition. I really thought this movie would be racking up the awards when it came out but it didn’t. Either way this film about a 19th century woman (Keira Knightley) who has a lustrous affair with a cavalry officer (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) is hot and just beautiful to look at. If you like period piece films you’ll love this!
Where to watch: Anywhere you can buy or rent films
8. Widows (2018)
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This movie about a heist gone wrong that leaves the men’s widows to finish the job should’ve won an Oscar for ANYTHING. I mean Viola Davis running a lady gang to finish their husbands crimes!?! The FLAVOR!!! Please watch it there’s one scene in it with Daniel Kaluuya that is literally the definition of CINEMA.
Where to watch: HBO Now, HBO Go, and anywhere you can buy or rent films
7. Annihilation (2018)
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Ok I can’t say much about this movie besides that it’s sci-fi and that it has Oscar winning actress Natalie Portman movie in it but please please please PLEASE watch this movie! It’s one of the best sci-fi films I’ve ever seen and it’s honestly one of the best films that came out in 2018! I wrote a little about it here! 
Where to watch: Hulu and anywhere you can buy or rent films
6. Nightcrawler (2014)
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Lou Bloom (Jake Gyllenhaal) is a news reporter who likes to get a little too close to the action. It’s insane to watch just how far he goes to get a story. He is actually a sociopath and Jake should’ve won or at least been nominated for an Oscar for this role. It may be one of his best performances ever!
Where to watch: Amazon Prime and anywhere you can buy or rent films
5. Prisoners (2013)
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When two girls go missing a father (Hugh Jackman) does everything in his power to get them back. The ending of this film is so fucking annoying but genius I still argue about it wigg my friend claire. Please let me know if you know what I’m talking about! Also this movie should fuking have 7 Oscars!!!
Where to watch: Anywhere you can buy or rent films
4. Ex Machina (2014)
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When a programmer (Domhnall Gleeson) wins a contest to spend the week with the company’s genius CEO (Oscar Isaac) he gets a lot more than he bargained for when he meets Ava (Alicia Vikander) the robot. All I’m gonna say is it should be illegal to have not seen this movie. Like should be a federal crime. I know this is on Netflix so watch it NOW!
Where to watch: Netflix and anywhere you can buy or rent films
3. Logan (2017)
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The last chapter in Wolverine’s tale is not only riveting but surprisingly heartbreaking. I watched this on the plane ride to Vegas and I sobbed I ain’t gonna lie! If you love the X-Men you’ll absolutely love, or maybe hate, this Oscar winning super hero movie.
Where to watch: Anywhere you can buy or rent films
2. The Place Beyond the Pines (2012)
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It’s kind of hard to believe that a movie with Bradley Cooper and Ryan Gosling didn’t get much buzz but here I am giving it the justice it deserves! This movie that’s basically a lesson in karma and breaking the cycle of familial bullshit is one of the best and most heartbreaking films I’ve ever seen. It also features a career defining performance by Dane Dehaan. I won’t give anything away but I suggest y’all watch pronto!
Where to watch: Netflix and anywhere you can buy or rent films
1. Looper (2012)
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This time traveling mindfuck of a movie never left me the second I finished it. I really wish I saw this in theaters cause I feel like it would have been epic. I don’t wanna give anything away because I really want people to watch it but if you love time travel, twists and Joseph Gordon Levitt this is the movie for you. Looper is number one because I’ve been begging people to watch it for about 7 years now.
Where to watch: Anywhere you can buy or rent films
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Counting Down My Top 10 Animated Films Of The Last Decade
Welcome to the beginning of the movie decade lists! Before I start if you wanna know the exact time the next list will be out follow my instagram here! Ok so there were some movies that I left out of this list but loved so I’m gonna let y’all know the runner ups cause I’m just so fucking generous. They are The Boss Baby, Kung Fu Panda 2, Klaus, and Rise of the Guardians. I could’ve easily thrown them on the list but these decade lists are stressing me the fuck out and they’re time consuming! Also, there will be some Pixar movies missing and I DON’T wanna hear any annoying criticisms! This is MY list! ANYWHO here’s my list and I hope you love it as much as I loved watching these films over the last ten years. Enjoy! ***SLIGHT SPOILERS?***
10. Trolls (2016)
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Ok ok ok, hear me THE FUCK OUT. Trolls is fucking funny!!! Even I thought the movie was going to be dumb as all hell but by the end my eyes were watering? The music in Trolls makes the movie and there are so many jokes that continuously make me laugh. Ugh I fucking love Trolls cause it always makes me happy so don’t troll me for putting it on my list!
9. Toy Story 3 (2010)
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Is it crazy that the third installment in this series is the best? This movie is not only hilarious but like fucking traumatic!? When they all almost died in that incinerator!? And when Andy (John Morris) gave up Woody (Tom Hanks)!?! WHAT THE FUCK! If you can get through Toy Story 3 without crying I’m just letting you know that you’re a fucking demon. 
8. The Lego Movie (2014)
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Everything IS awesome in this animated film. Honestly people thought this was going to be dumb but I’m glad they were proven wrong cause I was very excited to see this movie. I saw this in college high (lol throwback to when I smoked weed) with my friend Genna (hi BFF) and it was our first friendship outing! Not only do I love this movie but I love the memories I have from it. Also it’s just hysterical and it’s something you can watch over and over again. Kind of pissed the Academy completely snubbed this.
7. Your Name (2016)
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I watched this movie during the past two weeks and my god it truly deserves all the hype it gets. The tale of a boy and a girl body swapping is not only adorable but heartbreaking as hell. This is the first anime film not directed Hayao Miyazaki to earn more than $100 million in Japan! How insane is that?! What I love about Your Name is it really makes you think about all the missed connections you could’ve had. Now that I’m writing about it I really want to watch it again. Go watch it... like now!
6. Wreck it Ralph (2012)
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To be honest I only got around to watching this movie a few weeks ago and I’m so happy I did! First of all the animation is just breathtaking you never wanna take your eyes off of it. The tale of Ralph (John C. Reilly) trying to be a good guy and befriending a glitch by the name Vanellope (Sarah Silverman) is not only funny but so heartwarming I was crying at the end. The sequel, Ralph Breaks the Internet, is not as good plot wise but is still tons of fun and left me wanting a third.
5. Coco (2017)
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When I saw Coco I literally cried so hard it was embarrassing. At first I was skeptical because sometimes people hype up Pixar movies and then I don’t end up liking them (Frozen, Inside Out, Big Hero 6) so I decided to take the leap and watch Coco and I’m so glad I did. The colors in the movie are so vibrant and I love the atmosphere it creates even though they’re in the land of the dead. On top of that there’s an amazing familial story that would reduce the strongest of men to tears. Ugh, I genuinely love this movie so much and cry every damn time and it also gave us a great Pixar villain.
4. Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
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I know it’s number four on my personal list but in reality it’s the best animated film made in the past decade. The animation alone just reels you in and I really wish I saw it in theaters. Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) has become my favorite Spider-Man and I can not wait for a sequel. Before I forget, did anyone else see that twist coming!? I didn’t!
3. The How to Train Your Dragon Franchise (2010-2019)
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Ok there was no way in actual hell that I could just pick one of these 3 films like that would break me! The story of how Hiccup (Jay Bruchel) and Toothless became the best of friends and changed peoples minds about dragons is one near and dear to my sappy heart. I honestly think Toothless is the cutest animated animal that has ever been fucking created like how could you not fall in love with him!? When I saw Hidden World in theaters I was sobbing harder than the actual children that were there. I’m so glad that I gave these movies a chance and I’ll be so mad if they don’t get the Oscar they so rightfully deserve in 2020.
2. Tangled (2010)
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Rapunzel (Mandy Moore) finally got the update she deserved when Disney debuted their new style of animation with Tangled. Tangled had a budget of $260 million dollars making it the highest budget of an animated film ever. You’re probably wondering why it cost so much money but it’s literally because they needed new technology to create Rapunzel’s hair! Rapunzel is a naive princess but she’s independent and always asking questions which makes her so great. She has the greatest animal companion of all the Disney princesses and Flynn Ryder (Zachary Levi) is not your ordinary Disney prince. Mother Gothel (Donna Murphy) is quite the underrated villain and Mother Knows Best is one of the best Disney villain songs. Tangled is just overall a fantastic film and I wish it got as much praise and buzz as Frozen did.
1. Zootopia (2016)
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Zoo. Motherfucking. Topia. One of the best achievements in cinematic history. If you think I’m joking, I’m not. The minute I saw Zootopia I was absolutely obsessed which is funny cause I really don’t like animals. Disney found a way to not only show how systematic racism works but gave us laughs, tears, and a killer mystery to solve! The one scene that never fails to make me laugh is when they’re doing the talent show in the beginning and the cat dances with the jukebox like how can you not just holler!? Zootopia is an example of a perfect animated film and that’s why it’s number fucking one.
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In Memoriam: Anton Yelchin
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Before I post the rest of my decade lists I have to mention an actor who meant the world to me. Anton was one of my favorite actors because he made every film he was in come to life. Whether it was sci fi like Odd Thomas or him improvising in a heart wrenching film like Like Crazy he always gave the best performances. When Anton passed I’m sure people thought I was crazy cause I was so emotional about it. I’ve never really dealt with loss before but I genuinely grieved for Anton. I’ve realized that sometimes people get attached to movie stars because they give them an escape for awhile whether it’s a situation or just escaping the racing thoughts in their heads. Anton was an escape for me because he made so many shows and movies that took you to different worlds he was just so enchanting to watch. So when he passed I felt like I lost a part of that escapism and inspiration that he always gave me. There’s a documentary about his life called Love, Antosha and I highly recommend everyone watches it because I’ve never seen someone so dedicated to their craft. I was unaware that Anton dealt with Cystic Fibrosis and the fact that he would do breathing exercises for two hours before he got on set to do what he loved really inspired me. One of his friends in the documentary said that he hopes Anton is never forgotten and he never will be with the roles he took on and the light he brought into his loved ones lives. Anton, thank you for being one of my favorite actors. Thank you for reminding me to live in the moment and to be myself by pursuing what I actually want to do. I’ll never forget you and will always be grateful for your enthusiasm for cinema. I’ll love you forever Anton, I hope you’re happy and healthy in heaven.
Anton Viktorovich Yelchin
March 11, 1989 - June 19, 2016
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