Episodes
Nov. 29, 2019
Movie Review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Many a movie will make you laugh or cry or think. But very few make you want to be a better person. And that’s what makes A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood a pretty beautiful movie. (PG)
Nov. 26, 2019
DVD Review: Where’s You Go Bernadette
This drama tells us that we were made for something. And when we find and pursue that purpose, we're better able to serve the people around us. (PG-13)
Nov. 25, 2019
Music Review: Dua Lipa- “Don’t Start Now”
Dua Lipa’s latest single delivers some empowering messages to women … and perhaps some mixed messages, too.
Nov. 21, 2019
TV Review: Ghostwriter
A reboot of a classic kids show from the 1990s, this new Apple TV+ version is more sweet than spooky.
Nov. 20, 2019
Game Review: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
The new CoD returns to a world of realistic military conflict … for better and worse. (M)
Nov. 19, 2019
DVD Review: Dora and the Lost City of Gold
This live-action revamp of Nick’s timeless heroine is not entirely successful. (PG)
Nov. 15, 2019
Movie Review: Ford v Ferrari
Matt Damon and Christian Bale star in this high-octane drama about the unlikely (and profanity-riddled) clash between Ford and Ferrari at the fabled 24 Hours of Le Mans in the 1960s. (PG-13)
Nov. 14, 2019
TV Review: DreamWorks Dragons: Rescue Riders
Some of them breathe fire, sure. But more importantly, these dragons teach kids about kindness, forgiveness and the importance of family.
Nov. 12, 2019
DVD Review: The Angry Birds Movie 2
Families will have to suffer through more potty humor, and even some surprising innuendo, than parents may have bargained for. (PG)
Nov. 11, 2019
Music Review: Selena Gomez- “Lose You to Love Me”
Selena’s latest unpacks the hard lessons learned when she finally relinquished a dysfunctional relationship.
Nov. 8, 2019
Movie Review: Last Christmas
This holiday-themed romcom about a woman with a broken heart—both literally and figuratively—is sometimes sweet, sometimes not. (PG-13)
Nov. 7, 2019
TV Review: Watchmen
HBO’s take on this influential DC Comics franchise offers a wincing, razor-sharp critique of racism and societal conflict
Nov. 6, 2019
Game Review: Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville
The Plants vs. Zombies franchise blooms again with a new open world full of activities. But is it fresh or rotten? (E10+)
Nov. 5, 2019
DVD Review: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
Can a movie be incredibly creepy, lightly profane and … kinda boring all at the same time? (PG-13)
Nov. 4, 2019
Music Review: Kanye West- Jesus is King
Kanye West’s latest takes the spotlight off himself and aims it directly at Jesus Christ, whom he proclaims as King and Savior.
Nov. 1, 2019
Movie Review: Harriet
Harriet Tubman, as this film portrays so powerfully, was a force to be reckoned with.
Oct. 31, 2019
TV Review: Raising Dion
Seven-year-old Dion just might become a superhero ... if he lives long enough. And this Netflix series has some super moments, too.
Oct. 30, 2019
Game Review: Indivisible
Just about everybody that this game's protagonist knows is in her head. And they jump out to help her fight evil. (T)
Oct. 29, 2019
DVD Review: The Art of Racing in the Rain
It almost seems like it was made for Plugged In to say, “Hey, what a great family movie. Go watch.” Almost. (PG)
Oct. 28, 2019
Music Review: Lewis Capaldi-Someone You Loved
Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi unintentionally reminds us of the emotional trials of intimacy outside marriage.
Oct. 25, 2019
Movie Review: The Current War: Director’s Cut
Is The Current War electrifying? No, not quite. But this period piece about the race to illuminate the world has still got some nice star power. (PG)
Oct. 22, 2019
DVD Review: The Lion King
Parents need to be aware that in this beautifully realistic mix, bared claws and teeth look far sharper. (PG)
Oct. 21, 2019
Music Review: Dan+Shay, Justin Bieber-10,000 Hours
Justin Bieber teams up with country group Dan + Shay to offer a tender tribute to love, and the hard work that comes with it.
Oct. 18, 2019
Movie Review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
Despite some strong, redemptive themes, this sequel’s intense-but-sanitized violence might still be too much for young or sensitive viewers. (PG)