Rae Reviews Things

This week, I'm reviewing The Morning Show, an Apple TV+ Original that came out in 2019, received overwhelmingly positive reviews, and won quite a few awards that season. I'm giving you my honest opinion, and I'll tell you if it's worth all the hype.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThings | Twitter: @RaeReviewsPod | Email: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.com | Website: RaeReviewsThings.com

Hello loves! I'm back with a new episode, and this one is a great one! I'm chatting with the AMAZING @AankhaNeal about her music, her childhood, and so much randomness. This episode is longer than usual, but so worth the listen.Buy and Stream Aankha's single called ‘Home' on all the places, and leave a comment on our socials to let us know you listened. --Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThings | Twitter: @RaeReviewsPod | Email: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.com | Website: RaeReviewsThings.com

Sweet Magnolias brings many of our favorite faces back to TV; we've got Jamie Lynn Spears, JoAnna Garcia and Chris Klein. I had Medium-low expectations for this show, but I was still surprised by the finished product. Listen in as I discuss why I'm so conflicted about this show. Although, by the end of the review, I think I reach a definitive decision…--It might be July, but Black Lives Still Matter. Rest in Peace Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and the countless others that have been murdered by the police.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsTwitter: @RaeReviewsPodEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

The Old Guard is chock full of action and has an all-star cast, but does it live up to the hype and expectation? In this review I answer that question and let you know my thoughts.--It might be July, but Black Lives Still Matter. Rest in Peace Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and the countless others that have been murdered by the police.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsTwitter: @RaeReviewsPodEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

#BlackAF was a much-discussed topic during it's initial release. Black Twitter seemed divided over it, so I'm here to weigh in. Take a listen to see if I'm a fan of the comedy or if it should be ejected into space with all the other TV flops. It might be July, but Black Lives Still Matter. Rest in Peace Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and the countless others that have been murdered by the police.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsTwitter: @RaeReviewsPodEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

On this episode, I'm discussing Baltimore Rising, the 2017 HBO documentary that captures the climate in Baltimore, MD during the Freddie Gray murder trials.For the month of June, I will be highlighting documentaries, movies, or films that highlight the political, social, and financial obstacles that Black people in America face as a result of racism and oppression. Rest in Peace Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and the countless others that have been murdered by the police. #BlackLivesMatter.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

For the month of June, I will be highlighting documentaries, movies, or films that highlight the political, social, and financial obstacles that Black people in America face as a result of racism and oppression. This week I sit down with my good friend to review Park Avenue: Money, Power and The American Dream. This documentary takes a look at the wealth and power gap in America, and how money influences policy. Rest in Peace Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and the countless others that have been murdered by the police. #BlackLivesMatter.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

For the month of June, I will be highlighting documentaries, movies, or films that highlight the political, social, and financial obstacles that Black people in America face as a result of racism and oppression. This week I'm talking about episode 1 of Vol. 4 of Hasan's minhaj's Netflix Show. The episode takes a deeper look at the broken policing system in America, and the challenges we face in fixing it. Rest in Peace Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd and the countless others that have been murdered by the police. #BlackLivesMatter.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Miss Bala stars Gina Rodriguez as an American whose friend has gone missing after going down to Mexico to party. It's meant to be a bad-ass movie where she kicks ass and takes names on her quest to find her missing friend. Did it translate? Eh…Not really. Listen as I tell you why and where it missed the mark.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

On the Basis of Sex is the biopic of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, one of the most well known judges to sit on the Supreme Court bench. It tells the story of the case that changed the trajectory of her career, and explores feminism through multiple lenses. I really enjoyed this one, so sit back and listen as I break down why!The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.

High Fidelity has it all – romance, music, top 5 music lists and lots of heartbreak. It's a new Hulu series, adapted from the 90s book and 2000 movie of the same name. It stars Zoe Kravits as a Brooklyn hipster that owns a record store. Need I say more?

Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.comThe Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.

Into The Spiderverse is an amazing animated cartoon based on the Spider-Man comics. Miles Morales is the main focus of the film, but it definitely is a twisty-turny, beautifully animated look at a multi-dimensional universe in which many versions of Spider-Man exist. It's well done and so worth the watch!Instagram: @RaeReviewsThings | Email: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.com | Website: RaeReviewsThings.com

Little Fires Everywhere is a Hulu Original, based on the bestselling book by Celeste Ng. It's a layered and complicated story about two women and their family in small town Ohio. Listen in as I'm doing a deep dive after watching the first 6 episodes, and will let you know if it's worth the watch!Visual version: https://youtu.be/IraIGlUTpEw—The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.--Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Queen Sono is new to Netflix, a South African show starring Pearl Thusi (from Quantico). In my review I breakdown all my favorite parts (spoiler free of course) and tell you whether it's worth the watch!--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

What Men Want stars queen Taraji P. Henson in all her black woman glory. That's all I needed to check this out. Check out my review to hear all my thoughts and to find out if it's worth the watch.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

This is an all-star cast, Ted Danson and Kristen Bell are the well-known stars, but they've definitely got a few breakout stars on this show. Check out my review for all things Good Place!

You know I had to review the first major Asian led movie to hit the box office in 25 years! Here's my review of Crazy Rich Asians.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.review).Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Mahershala Ali. That's it. Those are my notes. Just listen to the review.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

This is a jazzy, soulful, look at black love in 1970s Harlem. The Film stars Regina King and is adapted from the James Baldwin book of the same name. Check out this week's review.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Viola Davis, Liam Neeson, Cynthia Ervio and Michelle Rodriguez are the stars of Widows, and they're also the reason why I went opening weekend to see this movie. Check out this week's review (a BONUS, at that) to find out if it's worth the hype.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

I don't have the words to describe what this experience was like. This episode is full of spoilers, don't say I didn't warn you.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

What did I know about this movie before I went to the theater? Blake Lively, Anna Kendrick and a very confusing trailer. I definitely wasn't sure what to expect, but I think it went well! Check out this week's review of A Simple Favor.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Check out this week's review of The Darkest Minds (starring Amandla Stenberg) and let me know your thoughts!--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

This week I'm reviewing the latest installment in the MCU Franchise – Ant-Man and the Wasp--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Jurassic World, a rework of an iconic film. The bar is already really high for me because I'm a 90s baby. Wasn't sure what to expect, and I can truly say it was an… interesting experience.--The Process:I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows.Keep up with me:Instagram: @RaeReviewsThingsEmail: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.comWebsite: RaeReviewsThings.com

Superfly is a remake of the classic blaxploition film of the same name. I didn't have much expectation for it, just expected lots of car chases and drug deals. Listen now to hear what I thought.

Hey y'all welcome to my podcast! Join me on this ridiculous journey to keep track of all my favorite (and not so favorite) things in entertainment. -- The Process: I've crafted my own rubric for shows, music, books and movies, which is what my reviews are based on. In the end I land on a rating (out of five), but I try not to focus so much on the number. We all have different tastes so I try to give a very fair review and I try to be very transparent about my biases. My goal is to highlight things that I enjoy, but I understand the need to highlight movies made by, starring, and centered around people of color. For that reason, you might find lesser known movies, music and shows. Keep up with me: Instagram: @RaeReviewsThings Email: RaeReviewsThings@Gmail.com Website: RaeReviewsThings.com