Adrienne Officer Black Belt is A Lighthearted Pick That Packed a Punch A few months ago, I added Officer Black Belt to my Netflix list thinking, “That looks cute—I’ll get to it eventually.” This week, after a string of dark, heavy shows, I finally gave it a shot. I was just looking for something fun. What … Read more
A Movie Date With My Favorite Person A week ago, my daughter came to me and asked if I wanted to see the new Minecraft movie with her. The answer was, of course, an immediate yes. It really didn’t matter what the movie was—we love our movie nights, and I’ll never pass up a chance … Read more
A Film That Promised So Much, Then Gave So Little I just finished watching the Japanese film Demon City, starring Toma Ikuta as Shuhei Sakata, and I genuinely wish I had better things to say. Based on the manga Oni Goroshi by Masamichi Kawabe, this movie had all the elements I typically love—stylish action, a … Read more
Karma – A Haunting K-Drama That Pulls You In, Then Breaks You Apart I had high hopes for Karma the moment I saw the trailer. Korean thrillers rarely disappoint me, and this one looked like it was going to dig deep into human desperation and consequence. What I didn’t expect was just how much it … Read more
If you’re a fan of supernatural mystery, emotional rollercoasters, and a storyline that will keep you guessing, Haven should definitely be on your watchlist. Based on Stephen King’s novella The Colorado Kid, Haven takes you to a small Maine town where things aren’t what they seem. FBI Agent Audrey Parker (played by the talented Emily … Read more
Gyeonseong Creature isn’t just another action-packed monster thriller—it’s a complex, heart-wrenching journey that takes you through a world of betrayal, love, and the devastating consequences of human greed. With every twist and turn, this series pulls you deeper into its terrifying universe, where nothing is as it seems, and the fight for survival is just … Read more
With the anticipation of Bridgerton Season 4 coming to Netflix (hopefully soon!), it’s the perfect time to reflect on the first three seasons that have captivated audiences worldwide. Based on the Bridgerton book series by Julia Quinn (published between 2000 and 2006), the show follows the romantic journeys of the eight Bridgerton siblings as they … Read more
A Powerful Story Rooted in History Set in the early 1900s, Harbin brings to life a crucial chapter in Korea’s fight for independence. This historical spy thriller follows a group of Korean resistance fighters who risk everything to infiltrate Japanese-occupied territories, carrying out covert operations to weaken their oppressors. Rather than focusing solely on large-scale … Read more
Bad and Crazy is a Korean drama that blends action, crime, comedy, and emotional depth into one unforgettable ride. From its insane fight scenes to its unexpectedly touching moments, this show delivers everything I love in a drama. And let’s be real—the second I saw Lee Dong-Wook was starring, I was in. No hesitation. But … Read more
Instantly Addictive – A Fantasy Drama Done Right Some shows take time to hook you. Tale of the Nine Tailed wasn’t one of them. Like many K-dramas I stumbled upon, this one kept popping up on Netflix, tempting me to watch. What finally made me hit play? Lee Dong-Wook. His red hair, intense gaze, and … Read more