The Amityville Curse (2023)

For football fans, this sports movie will show viewers the bonding between father and son as the son prepares for his big game.

Upon first watch, Buddy feels like it should have been aired on Adult Swim at four in the morning.

Remember when there was this amazing comedy titled "National Lampoon's Vacation"? To this day, it is a true classic of the genre and certainly put a new spin on precisely what KINDS of insanity could occur when taking the fam on the road. Then, like with so many successful films, there was the sequel (which for me was even MORE of a classic than the original!). However, the third film emerged....and then a fourth. Suddenly, the luster was gone and disappointment set in.

In the film adaptation, director Jon M. Chu turns each musical number into a massive show stopper, with grand set pieces and a wealth of diverse dancers. Yet, in this attempt to show reverence for the people of the Washington Heights barrio, Chu, or maybe more specifically those in charge of casting, left out a crucial part of the community, Afro-Latinos.

For viewers who love eating burgers, shakes and fries on the go along with a tasty side of nostalgia.

Halle's belting, crystal clear notes, and warm tone infused something into this blockbuster that I thoroughly enjoy.