In this loose homage to Steve Martin's "L.A. Story", Harris is a young man figuring his life out in New York City. Muddled relationships and struggles with commitment and change leave Harris confused and stuck in an unhappy status quo, struggling to figure out which direction to take his life. Through the help of new connections and New York City itself speaking to him, Harris is able to start to change his life for the better.
Some people’s first introduction to Mira Nair might be as New York mayor Zohran Mamdani’s mom. But with her insightful direction of 1991’s Mississippi Masala, Nair shows how much she deserves to be known as an artist. Delivering a nuanced portrait of a romance between a Black man and an Indian woman living in the South, Nair explores the complications each character faces, giving both equal weight.
When a US Army veteran returns home traumatized, he begins another battle with addiction.
Unfortunately, People We Meet on Vacation didn’t hold up quite as well as I’d hoped.
Netflix’s new rom-com, Voicemails for Isabelle (dir. Leah McKendrick), isn’t just heartwarming, funny, and an achievement in female directing - it’s also an instant classic. Following 20-something aspiring baker Jill (Zoey Deutch), Voicemails for Isabelle tells a story of grief, self-discovery, and fateful connections. Ever since her beloved sister Izzy’s (Ciara Bravo) death, Jill has been leaving her hilarious, extremely TMI voicemails about her chaotic love life and miserable day job as a prep cook. Little does she know that a handsome and unsatisfied real estate agent in her hometown has inherited the number and practically fallen in love with her by listening to her stories.
Where we leave the characters is in such a peaceful and optimistic place. It feels well-earned to ensure everyone gets their own specially-crafted happy ending.
This action thriller is made with the hope that the black youth of America will feel empowered, and realize the significance of their heritage.
