One of my favorite time of the year is the holiday season. I love Christmas for many reasons, especially my grandkids and grandnephews. We always find time to watch our old and new favorite Christmas …
After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season. Synopsis: Wicked, …
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, here’s an impactful new film Another Love Story, now available for streaming on TUBI. This timely film sheds light on the emotional and psychological journey of domestic abuse survivors …
My #1 grandson and I screened the new #TwistersMovie last night. And it was a long overdue date, too. The film was much better than we expected. It had its excitements that kept you on …
Our family really enjoyed this new Christmas movie. That we have watched it a few times. We hope others will watch it and enjoy it as much as we have. We really enjoyed all the characters, the good ones and the not so good. 👍🏼👍🏼
Synopsis: Eddie Garrick (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges) is a good-hearted man who has turned his back on Christmas due to a traumatic childhood experience. At the request of his wife Allison Garrick (Teyonah Parris), from whom he is separated, Eddie takes his 9-year-old daughter Charlotte (Madison Skye Validum) to work with him on Christmas Eve, where they meet a mysterious man in a red suit named Nick (Lil Rel Howery). Eddie, who is a social worker, thinks the man is delusional and needs professional help, but when he evokes the wrath of a local politician (Oscar Nuñez), he and his daughter are taken on a magical adventure that just might restore his faith in Christmas. Dashing Through the Snow, which is directed by Tim Story and written by Scott Rosenberg. The film also stars Mary Lynn Rajskub, Ravi V. Patel, Gina Brillon, Kevin Connolly, and Zulay Henao. Streaming exclusively on Disney+.
It’s a really interesting documentary short. It makes you sad, hopeful then it brings out the anger, after listening to what these families have been doing and going through for so many years.
Hasta Encontrarlos, is a documentary short film done by 23 year old filmmaker Jean Chapiro, who won a Student Academy Award for this short. She is a journalist and filmmaker from Mexico but based in the U.S. Her documentary follows the tireless search of the Salcedo and Córdoba families to find their missing loved ones in Mexico.
Hasta Encontrarlos (Till’ We Find Them), Since 1964 over 290,000 people have disappeared in Mexico and over 110,000 have not been found. Thousands of people across the country are still looking for their loved ones, especially mothers who will not rest until they find their children. Three years after her daughter, Rubi, went missing in Orizaba, Veracruz Mexico, Araceli Salcedo decided to start a collective in her own community. Today there are over 350 members in the group, and 90% of them are mothers. Together they have successfully found 15 people alive, returned 71 bodies, and spotted 53 clandestine graves in the past year. However, most of these women have not found their children. One of the coping and healing mechanisms that Araceli created for the mothers in her collective are muñecos sanadores or “healing dolls”. The dolls represent each of their children and serve as a tool to help them navigate the void that their loved ones left behind.
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment with CenPer Holdings, LLC, proudly announce that the world’s first Central Perk Coffeehouse will open its doors in Boston, MA on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.Nestled within a historic brownstone on Newbury Street, Central Perk Coffeehouse is a reimagined adaptation of the iconic coffeehouse made famous by the TV series Friends.
Designed by award-winning architecture and interior design firm Glen & Company, the inaugural Central Perk Coffeehouse blends nostalgia with contemporary flair, featuring a modernized version of the iconic orange couch as the centerpiece in the space for friends to gather. Other highlights include a bespoke piece by artist Burton Morris and the ‘Orange Room,’ a semi-private, reservable area that features a replica orange couch, with a neon sign above that reads “The One With…” Here, all guests are welcome to create their own moments and write their next episodes with their friends.
“Our mission was to reimagine Central Perk as it would look and serve as a gathering spot for friends today, not to recreate the actual set. The space conveys the “Central Perk state-of-mind.”
For more information, visitcentralperk.comand follow @centralperk on Instagram. And don’t forget to add one of the Central Perk Boston mug into your holiday stocking.
How The Gringo Stole Christmas in theaters, On Demand and Digital December 1.
Synopsis: A Mexican father’s Christmas celebration goes from merry to messy when his daughter shows up with her new boyfriend—an uninvited gringo—in this hilarious holiday comedy.
Starring: George Lopez, Mariana Treviño, Emily Tosta, and Jack Kilmer. Directed byAngel Gracia and written by Ezequiel Martinez Jr.
Check out the trailer below.
Candy Cane Lane premieres globally on Prime Video December 1.
Eddie Murphy stars in this holiday comedy adventure about a man on a mission to win his neighborhood’s annual Christmas home decoration contest. After Chris (Murphy) inadvertently makes a deal with a mischievous elf named Pepper (Jillian Bell) to better his chances of winning, she casts a magic spell that brings the 12 Days of Christmas to life, and wreaks havoc on the whole town. At the risk of ruining the holidays for his family, Chris, his wife Carol (Tracee Ellis Ross), and their three children must race against the clock to break Pepper’s spell, battle deviously magical characters, and save Christmas for everyone.
Also starring Thaddeus J. Mixson, Ken Marino, Nick Offerman, Robin Thede, Chris Redd, Genneya Walton, Madison Thomas, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, Lombardo Boyar, D.C. Young Fly, Danielle Pinnock, Timothy Simons, Riki Lindhome, and Stephen Tobolowsky.
Merry Little Batman streaming on Prime Video beginning December 8.
Merry Little Batman is an animated family action comedy destined to join the rogue’s gallery of classic holiday movies. When young Damian Wayne finds himself alone in Wayne Manor on Christmas Eve, he must transform into “Little Batman” in order to defend his home and Gotham City from the crooks and supervillains intent on destroying the holidays.
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and based on characters from DC, Merry Little Batman features the voices of Yonas Kibreab, Luke Wilson, James Cromwell, and David Hornsby. Directed by Mike Roth (Regular Show) from a screenplay by Morgan Evans (Teen Titans Go!) and Jase Ricci (Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham).
Migration in theaters December 23.
The Mallard family is in a bit of rut. While dad Mack is content to keep his family safe paddling around their New England pond forever, mom Pam is eager to shake things up and show their kids—teen son Dax and duckling daughter Gwen—the whole wide world. After a migrating duck family alights on their pond with thrilling tales of far-flung places, Pam persuades Mack to embark on a family trip, via New York City, to tropical Jamaica.
As the Mallards make their way South for the winter, their well-laid plans quickly go awry. The experience will inspire them to expand their horizons, open themselves up to new friends and accomplish more than they ever thought possible, while teaching them more about each other—and themselves—than they ever imagined.
Cast: Kumail Nanjiani, Elizabeth Banks, Awkwafina, Keegan-Michael Key, David Mitchell, Carol Kane, Caspar Jennings, Tresi Gazal, and Danny DeVito.
Genie arrives November 22, only on Peacock.
Synopsis: a holiday fairytale comedy about a genie, a man, and landing one last chance to fix the mess you’ve made of your life. With his job, life and family unraveling around him, a despondent Bernard (Paapa Essiedu) dusts off a jewelry box and unintentionally releases genie Flora (Melissa McCarthy), who just might be able to help him. Maybe. It’s a longshot, frankly. In the process, Flora and Bernard will discover that love, and an unexpected friendship, can unleash a special holiday magic all its own.
Cast: Denée Benton, Marc Maron, Jordyn McIntosh, with Luis Guzmán and Alan Cumming.
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The Naughty Nine on Disney Channel November 22 and Disney+ November 23.
Synopsis: Fifth grader ANDY has been a bit of a troublemaker this year. When Christmas morning rolls around and Andy gets stiffed by Santa, he realizes he’s on the Naughty List. Feeling unfairly maligned, Andy pulls together a crack team of fellow naughty listers to pull off an elaborate heist in the North Pole to get the presents that Andy and the others feel they deserve. In the process of finding their gifts, the gang discovers that the spirit of Christmas is more about giving than taking, and decide to face Santa and do the right thing.
The movie’s talented ensemble includes Winslow Fegley as Andy, Camila Rodriguez as Dulce, Anthony Joo as North Pole conspiracy theorist Lewis, Imogen Cohen as daredevil “wheel woman” Ha-Yoon, Clara Stack as animal whisperer Rose, Deric McCabe as master-of-disguise Jon Anthony, Ayden Elijah as adorable charmer Albert, and Madilyn Kellam as Andy’s older sister, Laurel, a skilled gymnast seeking to regain herconfidence. Derek Theler is Bruno, a disgruntled cargo pilot who claims to have witnessed Santa’s sleigh. And Danny Glover as Santa.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Feveron December 8, on Disney+.
The latest animated movie based on Jeff Kinney’s wildly successful book series. The film is a hilarious and heartfelt holiday tale centered around everyone’s favorite disaster-prone middle school student.
Synopsis: The winter holidays are turning out to be especially stressful for Greg Heffley this year. After accidentally damaging a snowplow while making a snowman with best friend Rowley Jefferson, Greg worries he won’t get the new video game console he so desperately wants for Christmas. To make matters worse, he gets snowed in with his family, including his grumpy older brother Rodrick and annoying younger brother Manny.
Directed by Luke Cormican and written and produced by Jeff Kinney, it features the voices of Wesley Kimmel, Erica Cerra, and Hunter Dillon.
Even though I never played the Five Nights At Freddy’s games, I was familiar with it because of younger family members. Who were super jazzed about the film coming out.
I found the film very entertaining. It had everything you wanted in a horror film. A few good jumps, some laughter and some decent gore. I think they have a winner.
JimmityCritic, Angela Ortíz and Lina Fubar
Here are what the rest of the Se Fija! crew thought of the film:
I never thought that any movie could top Ninja Turtles but after watching this, I think my movie expectations are higher than ever. Bonnie (my favorite) and the rest of the crew were portrayed very well and the jump scares were too tear.
Overall 11/10 movie, if there is a sequel, see you in the theaters. — JimmityCritic
Five Nights At Freddy’s really came through for its fans! Being a fan of the game series myself, it was very pleasing to watch the lore told on the big screen!
The movie had all the aspects of the game and more I couldn’t be more pleased with the final result! — Lina Fubar
The story: The terrifying horror game phenomenon becomes a blood-chilling cinematic event. The film follows a troubled security guard as he begins working at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. While spending his first night on the job, he realizes the night shift at Freddy’s won’t be so easy to make it through.
Starring Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail, Kat Conner Sterling, Piper Rubio, Mary Stuart Masterson, and Matthew Lillard. Directed by Emma Tammi. — A.O.
We watched the first five episodes of the new series and we are hooked!
Inspired by R.L. Stine’s worldwide bestselling book series, Goosebumps follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle–while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past.
The 10-part series launched with a five-episode drop as part of Disney+’s Hallowstream and Hulu’s Huluween celebrations, with subsequent new episodes streaming weekly.
Goosebumps stars Justin Long and Rachael Harris, alongside newcomers Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig and Will Price.
Nicholas Stoller (The Muppets) and Rob Letterman (Pokémon Detective Pikachu) developed the series and serve as executive producers.
I had the pleasure of talking to Luis Salgado, about the upcoming musical, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan.
Salgado, is an international director, choreographer and educator from Puerto Rico, who is currently based in New York City. His most recent project, is his own adaptation of the musical FAME to great reviews in Washington D.C. And he was the Assistant Latin Choreographer of In the Heights on Broadway, which won four Tony Awards.
Photo: Doug Hinebaugh
He was the director and choreographer of Viva Broadway’s, When We See Ourselves concert as part of the Curtain Up event in Times Square produced by Playbill and the Broadway League. In 2019 Luis worked as the associate director/choreographer of Cirque du Soleil’s Paramour in Hamburg Germany. Among the productions he has directed/choreographed in the United States and abroad are the fantasy musical Ella Es Colombia in Bogota, Colombia with MISI Musicals, the Holland Production of On Your Feet,RAGTIME, TO BE OR NOT TO BE…a Shakespearean Experience, AIDA, The Musical, FAME,Amigo Duende the Musical, In The Heights, Matilda, Song of Solomon, Speed the Plow, The Tempest and Candela Fuerza y Pasión in Lima Peru.
In 2017 Salgado directed and choreographed the U.S premiere of the Spanish version of In The Heights at GALA Theater in Washington D.C which received nine 2018 Helen Hayes Awards including Best Musical, Best Direction and Best Choreography.
He has appeared on Broadway in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, ROCKY, In The Heights, On Your Feet, as well as Off-Broadway shows and Broadway tryouts The Mambo Kings (Frankie Suarez), Fame on 42nd Street (Joe Vegas, understudy) and Aida, among others.
Film credits include: American Gangster, Dirty Dancing 2, Havana Nights, and on television, the remake of Dirty Dancing, Enchanted and Step Up 2, The Streets (Alejandro), for which he also was assistant choreographer.
Salgado is the founder/director of R.Evolución Latina, an affiliate of the non-profit organization Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Luis’ personal mission as an artist and a leader is to empower society through the arts to make a change for the better.
All in all, he’s been busy. — A. Ortíz
Oct. 6 – 29, 2023
The Rhythm is Gonna Get You! October 6 – 29, 2023. Click for more information and tickets for La Mirada Theatre.
I really loved this film! It makes you realize how we take so many things for granted. And for so many, reality can be so harsh.
This film should be seen broadly. It really pulls at ones heart. I thought Eugenio Derbez was fantastic in this role, and the young actors were fabulous.
STORY: In a Mexican border town plagued by neglect, corruption, and violence, a frustrated teacher (Derbez) tries a radical new method to unleash the curiosity and potential of his students…and maybe even their genius.
Starring: Eugenio Derbez, Daniel Haddad, Jenifer Trejo, Mía Fernanda Solís, Danilo Guardiola and directed by Christopher Zalla.
Based on a true story. This film is in theaters, November 3.
This film teaches you to never give up on your dreams. I think it is a must watch.
Jose M. Hernandez was born in French Camp, California. As a youngster he worked in the fields here in the U.S.A. and Mexico. While working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, he co-developed the first digital mammography imaging system. This invention aids in the early detection of breast cancer. He then persevered to become a crew member on Space Shuttle mission STS-128.
Synopsis: Inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández, (Michael Peña) A Million Miles Away follows him and his devoted family of proud migrant farm worker on a decades-long journey, from a rural village in Michoacán, Mexico, to the fields of the San Joaquin Valley, to more than 200 miles above the Earth in the International Space Station. With the unwavering support of his hard-working parents, relatives, and teachers, José’s unrelenting drive and determination culminates in the opportunity to achieve his seemingly impossible goal.
Acclaimed writer and director Alejandra Márquez Abella has created a dazzling tribute to the loyalty and tenacity of the entire Hernández family, as well as anyone who dares to dream.
Starring Rosa Salazar, Veronica Falcón, Julio Cesar Cedillo, Michelle Krusiec, Garret Dillahunt, and Eric Johnson.
Experiencing Gran Turismo with my number one grandson, Jimmy. Who was familiar with the game. There was a driving simulator he got to try, which he enjoyed very much. And very jazz, to be watching the film.
He gave the film, a 10 out of 10. But the highlight of the evening was, meeting the man himself, Jann Mardenborough. Check out some of our photos from the evening below.
Synopsis: Based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough, the film is the ultimate wish fulfillment tale of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills won a series of Nissan competitions to become an actual professional race-car driver. From gamer to professional racer.
Directed by Neill Blomkamp and starring David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe, Darren Barnet, Geri Halliwell Horner and Djimon Hounsou.
Based on the PLAYSTATION STUDIOS video game. The film is in theaters now.
DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE are COMING TOGETHER…Watch at home with your BEST BUBS again and again and again!
Add The Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film of All-Time to Your Marvel Studios Movie Collection when it arrives on Digital on October 1 and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on October 22.
Experience all the laughs with hours of all-new exclusive bonus content including a gag reel, deleted scenes, filmmaker commentary and all-new featurettes!
Cast Ryan Reynolds (Wade Wilson/Deadpool), Hugh Jackman (Logan/Wolverine), Emma Corrin (Cassandra Nova), Matthew Macfadyen (Mr. Paradox), and Dafne Keen (Laura / X-23).
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° Veep: The Complete Series. All 65 episodes from the 17-Time Emmy® Award winning series will be available to purchase on Blu-ray October 22.
Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will be releasing the complete series. Get ready to binge on all 65 episodes (seven seasons) from HBO’s Emmy® award-winning original series, along with all the previously released special features. The political comedy series follows United States Vice President Salina Meyer (Julia Louis Dreyfus) and her incompetent team as they attempt to secure a legacy, but often instead become bogged down in day-to-day political games. Pre-order your copy today. Also starring Anna Chlumsky, Tony Hale, Reid Scott, Timothy Simons, Matt Walsh, Sufe Bradshaw, Kevin Dunn, Gary Cole, Sam Richardson, Sarah Sutherland, and Clea DuVall. The series was created by Armando Iannucci.
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The West Wing: The Complete Series for the first time ever on Blu-ray, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the critically acclaimed series. Get ready to binge all 156 episodes from NBC/WBTV’sEmmy® Award-winning original series.
The brilliant political drama, following an extraordinarily intimate look at an American President and the inner workings of the White House, will be available to own on Blu-ray on October 1.
Widely considered one of the best series of all time, The West Wing remains a landmark achievement in television, earning 26 Emmys, including four for Outstanding Drama Series. With its sharp writing and memorable ensemble cast, the show continues to inspire audiences with its intimate look at the triumphs, sacrifices and inner politics of the White House.
Created by Aaron Sorkin who executive produced with Thomas Schlamme, and John Wells, The West Wing stars Rob Lowe, Dulé Hill, Allison Janney, Janel Moloney, Richard Schiff, John Spencer, Bradley Whitford, and Martin Sheen. The series was produced by John Wells Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
The Complete Series Includes all 156 episodes from all seven seasons on 28 discs, plus over 20 commentaries, behind the scenes featurettes, unaired scenes, gag reels and more.
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° HBO’s The Gilded Age: The Complete Second Season to DVD on October 1, 2024. The Gilded Age season 2 was recently nominated for six Emmy® Awards including Outstanding Drama Series. Indulge in all 8 episodes from the second season of the historical drama that won fans over with its charming cast and compelling storylines plus over 20 pieces of bonus content including never-before-released featurettes.
The Gilded Age season 2 cast includes Carrie Coon, Christine Baranski, Cynthia Nixon, Morgan Spector, Louisa Jacobson, Denée Benton, Ben Ahlers, Michael Cerveris, Kelley Curran, Taissa Farmiga, and more.
The American Gilded Age was a period of significant economic change, conflict between old and new systems, and fortunes made and lost.
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° FRIENDS: The Complete Series in 4K Ultra HD for the first time on September 24.
This ultimate collector’s set features ALL 10 seasons from one of television’s most popular sitcoms completely remastered–plus all new bonus content!
Pre-order your copy now.
From Warner Bros. Television, FRIENDS follows the lives and loves of a close-knit group of friends living in New York City: siblings Ross (David Schwimmer) and Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), along with friends Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) and Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston).
FRIENDS marks its 30th anniversary this year, the beloved TV series continues to hold an enduring place in popular culture and hearts worldwide.
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Our family really enjoyed this new Christmas movie. That we have watched it a few times. We hope others will watch it and enjoy it as much as we have. We really enjoyed all the characters, the good ones and the not so good. 👍🏼👍🏼
