Quarantined with ‘The Platform’ a Horror/Thriller that Somewhat Parallels the Pandemic
It’s dark, uncomfortable, and there are things that don’t make sense.

Nina, a young woman, is seeing a psychologist who lacks proper qualifications, relies on outdated methods, and subtly manipulates vulnerable patients. She suddenly encounters a former classmate who, unlike her, has already moved past his trauma. Nina, however, remains trapped in fruitless self-reflection, sincerely believing she is healing.
It’s dark, uncomfortable, and there are things that don’t make sense.
Remakes. Reboots. Reinventions. Redundancy. It's the common practice in Hollywood of late, sometimes offering us victorious reimagining of what can be considered cinematic classics while also, more often, falling flat on their UN-imaginative faces in utter defeat and lackluster results. Admittedly, with this in mind, I went into the newest incarnation of "The War of the Roses" with typical trepidation and cautious optimism.
Everyone needs a BFF and a "wing person" like Yumi (Chloris Li). Li brings the "straight person" persona, literally and figuratively balancing James Aaron Oh's perfectly timed comedic delivery as the unlucky-in-love.
Personalities clash and tempers fume in a family-run Chicago restaurant
"King Richard" paints a nuanced portrait of a Black father trying to ensure his daughters’ success in a racist, misogynistic world. Yet, Richard and his kids overcome that fear and adversity to succeed.
For a young girl who wishes to keep her current traditions, this holiday will end up with a surprise twist.