The Buzz: movie reviews

  Thanksgiving is that cherished time of year when we gather with family, often reconnecting with loved ones we seldom see. It brings back the warmth of nostalgic memories—traveling up to Kentucky to stay with my grandparents, the house filled with the comforting aroma of turkey and all the festive trimmings. As the afternoon fades and the football ends, there’s a special magic in settling in together, embracing the cozy quiet of family time. The only question left is…what to watch? With generations gathered, from grandparents to the youngest cousins, finding the perfect movie is key. So, I’ve carefully curated a list of my favorite top 7 films to enjoy together on Thanksgiving, in no particular order. 7. Wonka "Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children's book and one of the best-selling children's books of all time, "Wonka" tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest in...

October is spooky season, and the Halloween and horror movie genres hog the spotlight. However, if Halloween movies are not quite your thing, or if you're bored with the same old selections, then you'll enjoy my curated list of movies for October. These movies capture the spirit /vibe / feelings / mood of the season without being too on-the-nose. You can also comment some of your favorite "non-Halloween" movies for October in the comments. This is not an exhaustive list. Now, in no particular order, my movies for October 2024 that are not Halloween movies:  10. The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)  The Royal Tenenbaums comes loaded with a heavy dose of early 2000's nostalgia, a magical cast, and a quirky Wes Anderson autumn style that's perfectly fitting for a cozy October movie night.  9. The Batman (2022)  This 2022 version of The dark knight was a popular blockbuster, and even spawned a television series spinoff starring Colin Farrell in his memorable role as The...