'Vive Akugha
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I write on various things: social issues, well-being, cinema and out of curiosity. More!
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"The Trunk," "Love Next Door," and "When the Phone Rings": Brief and Not-So-Brief Opinions: Part 14
When the Phone Rings (Netflix), The Trunk (Netflix), and Love Next Door (Netflix). … The 'brief and not-so-brief opinions' articles are my outlet to rant about or appreciate movies, shows and their elements. I will express my thoughts while watching and after or only after watching, it depends. I will not be rating. These are not spoiler-free for the most part, and no research will be made for or about them (unless it's out of curiosity or accidental, which would be mentioned). They are in no particular order of recent watching as well. However, the opinions are based on the order in which the movie or series is viewed (for the most part). This wouldn't be as structured or detailed, and there would be no set number of picks per article. It would be just as things go. It is intended to be casual. So think…conversations about movie plots, characters, topics, or something like that.
By 'Vive Akugha8 months ago in Geeks
"Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League," "Death of a Unicorn," and "Novocaine": Brief and Not-So-Brief Opinions: Part 13
Novocaine, Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, and Death of a Unicorn. … The 'brief and not-so-brief opinions' articles are my outlet to rant about or appreciate movies, shows and their elements. I will express my thoughts while watching and after or only after watching, it depends. I will not be rating. These are not spoiler-free for the most part, and no research will be made for or about them (unless it's out of curiosity or accidental, which would be mentioned). They are in no particular order of recent watching as well. However, the opinions are based on the order in which the movie or series is viewed (for the most part). This wouldn't be as structured or detailed, and there would be no set number of picks per article. It would be just as things go. It is intended to be casual. So think…conversations about movie plots, characters, topics, or something like that.
By 'Vive Akugha8 months ago in Geeks
An explosive Instagram Live unmasks influencer culture in Netflix's "Celebrity."
Celebrity is a 2023 Netflix series that explores the ruthless, hypocritical, and beneficial power of social media between influencers and their followers. Seo A-ri's (Park Gyu-young) disinterest in social media, particularly Instagram, only lasted so long once she became aware of its full power, especially through the life of her former classmate, Oh Min-hye (Jun Hyo-seong). A spoiler warning and sensitive topics (including mental illness, bullying, etc.) warning are in effect! A decision to overcome the mockers and harness the power of Instagram to restore her family to their former high social class leads to significant discoveries socially, mentally, and financially. Quite frankly, I loved the Seo A-ri character for her iconic bob and confidence. I was always so proud of her and her moments despite her trials. Her determination is aspirational, especially when she triumphed over so much with the help of _bbbfamous (Kim Noh-jin) and others, such as her coworker and friend, Yoon Jeong-sun (Park Ye-ni).
By 'Vive Akugha8 months ago in Geeks
"Back in Action," "Celebrity," and "The Killer": Brief and Not-So-Brief Opinions: Part 12
Celebrity (Netflix), The Killer (Netflix), and Back in Action (Netflix). … The 'brief and not-so-brief opinions' articles are my outlet to rant about or appreciate movies, shows and their elements. I will express my thoughts while watching and after or only after watching, it depends. I will not be rating. These are not spoiler-free for the most part, and no research will be made for or about them (unless it's out of curiosity or accidental, which would be mentioned). They are in no particular order of recent watching as well. However, the opinions are based on the order in which the movie or series is viewed (for the most part). This wouldn't be as structured or detailed, and there would be no set number of picks per article. It would be just as things go. It is intended to be casual. So think…conversations about movie plots, characters, topics, or something like that.
By 'Vive Akugha8 months ago in Geeks
The support in "Living Single" with friends.
Six friends and neighbours are stuck like glue as they navigate relationships, careers, and other aspects of life within their brownstones in Brooklyn, New York. A spoiler warning is in effect! Khadijah (Queen Latifah), her cousin Synclaire (Kim Coles), her university friend Maxine (Erika Alexander), and her childhood friend Regine (Kim Fields) comprise the female members of the friend group. Kyle (Terrence Carson) and his childhood friend Overton (John Henton) are their neighbours and the male counterparts of the group. They have their opinions of each other and their ways of dealing with one another. The show utilizes a realistic approach considering their arguments and how they work things out as roommates. This is seen when Kyle and Overton fought, and he stayed at the girls' apartment, similar to Regine's fight with Khadijah which resulted in her moving out before her return.
By 'Vive Akugha8 months ago in Geeks
"Everybody Still Hates Chris," "The Six Triple Eight," and "Living Single": Brief and Not-So-Brief Opinions: Part 11
Living Single, Everybody Still Hates Chris (Comedy Central), and The Six Triple Eight (Netflix). … The 'brief and not-so-brief opinions' articles are my outlet to rant about or appreciate movies, shows and their elements. I will express my thoughts while watching and after or only after watching, it depends. I will not be rating. These are not spoiler-free for the most part, and no research will be made for or about them (unless it's out of curiosity or accidental, which would be mentioned). They are in no particular order of recent watching as well. However, the opinions are based on the order in which the movie or series is viewed (for the most part). This wouldn't be as structured or detailed, and there would be no set number of picks per article. It would be just as things go. It is intended to be casual. So think…conversations about movie plots, characters, topics, or something like that.
By 'Vive Akugha8 months ago in Geeks
The Peripheral-a review
There's something dry about a lot of British content and that's present in this, so it feels drawn on despite the interesting premise of the series. It might also be because of the explanations due to the complexity of everything but oh well. The technological aspects and developments were wonderfully done though. Burton is great and his friends are great too. Although, they still don't associate with their old friend, Tommy. Tommy, oh Tommy. I got tired of seeing Tommy investigating each time but I also felt bad as he was lied to each time he asked his friends about what was happening. Even though they grew up together, he's still the deputy sheriff and that hat would come on quickly no matter the moment. I was happy for his villain arc though, even though it was short-lived. I felt bad for him because his dreams were crushed among other things. However, he should have made sure he used the doodad to kill properly if he was even going to try as he did with the gun, especially on unhinged Corbell Pickett who would definitely retaliate once recovered. I felt bad for Jasper, Corbell's nephew but I felt even worse for his wife, Billy Ann who always encouraged and discouraged him when necessary. She's a great friend to Flynne though. I don't like Wilf or Wolf Gang and I will not get over it. Aelita was such a good person and sister to him but he kept doing things which he felt bad for I guess. Aelita didn't want him to change his name and said she wouldn't go without him but he bucked up and became Wilf to the racist adopters.
By 'Vive Akugha10 months ago in Geeks
The Morning Show-a review
I have so many opinions about this show but I am including some. This show is truly the best thing I've seen Jennifer Aniston in. It is such a great depiction of her skills and range. She's phenomenal in this. I love Reese in this as well. She is outstanding, as are many of the other actors, which speaks of the show's quality. I liked the progression of Alex and Bradley's friendship over the three seasons. Charlie really could have stayed in the snowy mountains with his girlfriend, but he left immediately after Alex showed up. The exposure of his love for her explained this and much more behind his devotion. I was happy for Mia's promotion despite the origin of it. Yanko's character changed. Cory was horrible after he got more power in season 2. He was light, happy, and funny in season 1.
By 'Vive Akugha10 months ago in Geeks
Inkabi-a review
Inkabi is a 2024 South African movie about a retired Zulu hitman or "Inkabi" returning to a not-so-quiet lifestyle. These hitmen, each called an Inkabi, view themselves as warriors enlisted in a great service shaped by rules and traditions they must obey. Being a warrior is a thing of honour, as seen through Scar's (Dumisani Dlamini) persistence to receive favour. They are given targets and paid for their services, which must be carried out unless death takes them. They are not to be enemies of each other as they value the brotherhood from the lonely lifestyle. Scar is a traditionalist. His determination to continue abiding by the culture is portrayed through his persistent efforts to execute the order against Lucy (Michelle Tiren) and as he berates Frank (Tshamano Sebe). This belief to carry out the mission regardless is portrayed excellently by Scar's actions as he sought out several ways, including the abduction of Lucy's daughter, Angela (Andile Masai).
By 'Vive Akughaabout a year ago in Geeks
The complexity of feminism and representation in Hulu's "The Other Black Girl"
The Other Black Girl is a 2023 series based on the 2021 book of the same name by Zakiya Dalila Harris. It explores black representation in the workplace as well as the complexities of it through the story of Nella Rogers (Sinclair Daniel) intertwined with others. She is an assistant and becomes an editor. On the way, she learns the value and misfortune of representation at Wagner Books. Nella is inspired by Kendra Rae Phillips (Cassi Maddox) who is the only black person and black woman pictured in the "hall of white people". She worked at Wagner as the editor in 1988 and inspired Nella, especially with her work on "Burning Heart" with her best friend, Diana Gordon(Shakirah DeMesier). She wants to be able to edit books and tell stories someday so that "a nerdy, little Black girl who didn't grow up with kids who looked like her could imagine a bigger world" to "feel less alone". Nella worked as Vera Parini's (Bellamy Young) assistant and Vera valued her. However, their relationship turned sour as they continuously clashed about her opinion of Shartricia, a black female character in Colin Franklin's (Brian Baumgartner) book. Shartricia is the only black character within the crack epidemic and she is written in a way that includes every harmful stereotype. Nella believes she is unfavourable, especially from a white author. Vera receives her feedback but orders her to keep it hidden because they need to be diplomatic to save the company as his work contributes to a large portion of the company's profits. This represents the silenced and underrepresentation of diverse voices at Wagner where there had been only one black person in an influential position in history.
By 'Vive Akughaabout a year ago in Viva
