“Brooklyn Nine-Nine” is Sitcom Diversity Done Right
This side-splitting workplace comedy features a diverse cast and tackles challenging social issues. Other sitcoms should take note.

A bookish young woman may be under the influence of a siren's spell. Is this a source of terror, or of comfort?
This side-splitting workplace comedy features a diverse cast and tackles challenging social issues. Other sitcoms should take note.
In addition to the cast being delightfully diverse this time around, the film was just loosely-plotted and action-packed enough to keep a casual fan like myself entertained. While I do agree that the writing of Cole left much to be desired for an original character thrust into a preconceived universe, none of the characters seemed particularly fleshed out in terms of personality; however, I think that's to be expected when you're watching a film literally inspired by a video game.
Overall, Matthias & Maxime doesn't reinvent this romantic concept. But it also doesn't need to. Dolan weaves a story of love, friendship, and life that is both realistic and bittersweet. The film is nuanced and sensual in a way we don't get to see often with LGBTQ characters. It's a film that we can celebrate.
This showcase of Hollywood’s finest talent will certainly be around come awards season, and much deserved
‘Bruiser’ is an intense drama that explores unresolved childhood trauma and how it can affect the people around us.
If you identify as part of the queer community, or if you love old school slasher flicks, you will love this movie.