crazy rich asians

Crazy Rich Asians is a great movie if you don’t focus too hard on the story, and a fun watch if you just want something you can fall asleep to.

bridgerton

bridgerton was overall a very fun watch, and i enjoyed it! if you’re into period pieces and romance, this is 100% the perfect show for you.

romeo + juliet

romeo + juliet has that timeless feel. i would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone, especially my hopeless romantics out there.

birds of prey

Full of loose morals and bright colors, Birds Of Prey is a compelling and crazy movie that’ll leave you feeling powerful as hell.

ramy

The series is eye-opening and provides a comedic new perspective on life as a millennial Muslim, and it is imperative that you watch it ASAP. It’s halal.

high fidelity

High Fidelity is cool, stylish, and the type of renewal that isn’t forced and/or a direct copy of the original.

the umbrella academy

The plot is pretty easy to follow and it’s not suuuper deep, which makes it one of my favorite shows to rewatch if I need to take my mind off of something or if I’m not willing to go searching for a new show.

scott pilgrim vs. the world

The film is described as having an "inimitable look" of manga and video game (particularly 16-bit) iconography with bright colors and graphics mixed into the live action.

the boys

The dark humor, timeliness and the thrilling action scenes come together to make The Boys an exciting and fresh series.

West Side Story

Most movie adaptations of famous works don’t do well. But this is the exception. I mean, it won 10 Oscars. A movie version of a musical based off of Romeo and Juliet. The movie actually put the musical on the map which is odd for properties like this.

Hamilton

Everything about this is perfect: the acting, the songs, the production, the choreography, the set design, the score, the cinematography - it truly captures the wonders of Hamilton.

High School Musical: The Musical, The Series

This show gives us a good story, actors that actually look like they’re in high school, amazing original music written by the actors, and the newest teenage heartthrob (thank you, Joshua Bassett’s parents). The series is funny, romantic, and best of all, bingeable.

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Lady Bird

We can all relate to the angst brought on by adolescence and Greta Gerwig captures it beautifully.

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Call Me By Your Name

The direction is pulled back like we are an onlooker, watching this relationship unfold.

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Baby Driver

The mesh between the actions on-screen with the beat and melody of the music was like an intricate dance, and it was honestly beautiful.

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Hollywood

Focusing primarily on LGBTQ and African-American characters, the series is extremely relevant, discussing issues regarding race and sexuality, but doing so subtly and without being too buzzword-y.

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euphoria

euphoria is such an intense and powerful show. It co-stars Hunter Schafer as Jules, a transgender who is new to the school and becomes besties with Rue, played by the incomparable Zendaya.

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Sex Education

A really smart comedy that examines sexual assault and the hardships that are overcome by the people in the LGBTQ+ community. It features the talented Asa Butterfield, and rising stars, Emma Mackey, and the wonderful Ncuti Gatwa.

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Good Will Hunting

If you need a good drama that makes you laugh and cry and marvel at how smart Matt Damon is, then this is your movie.

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Parasite

The film mutates and spirals out of control as you watch more, and Bong Joon Ho masterfully switches the movie’s tone from humorous to suspenseful in a matter of seconds - multiple times in the film.

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Jojo Rabbit

This satire of WW2 has such a great balance of humor and emotion, and it’s just so unlike any other movie I’ve ever seen before. The many different perspectives and opinions shown through the characters is so interesting.

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the social network

Only Aaron Sorkin could make boring litigation seem exciting, only David Fincher could make applying for an internship look fun and only Trent Reznor could make rowing down a calm river seem epic.

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Succession

Each episode is an hour long modern Shakespearean drama with power struggles, betrayal, and great one-liners.

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Arrested Development

Arrested Development is a show full of outrageous coincidences and hilarious misunderstandings, and it’s a great way to have a laugh at their family, with your family.

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Never Have I Ever

Never Have I Ever retells the story of “girl wants to have a normal high school experience” in a way that is surprisingly emotional.

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Sex Education

This show is pure gold. From the characters, to the story, to the amazing one-liners, it’s amazing.

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American Vandal

At first glance, American Vandal is a four hour mockumentary about d*cks, but after watching it you will find it is so much more than that.

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All American

The show gives a firsthand look at the differences between life in Crenshaw and life in Beverly Hills. Even if you don’t understand football, trust me you need to watch this!

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Gossip Girl

You know those teen shows usually marked as “trashy” but you can’t help but watch them? Gossip Girl is like the pinnacle of these shows for me.

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Outer Banks

Do you like beautiful teens frolicking around beaches and getting into trouble with a surprising lack of shirts? Then, this is your show.

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I Am Not Okay With This

High school series don’t normally show the awkward interactions we have with each other or the weird thoughts we have when we’re alone. I Am Not Okay With This presents all of these moments with the acute amount of awkward silence and weird ideas.

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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

CAOS has a much darker tone, with lots of blood, human sacrifices, and Satan worship. Fun, right? This show honestly had everything that Riverdale didn’t, meaning the right humor, good writing, and amazing acting.

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Locke & Key

The series has the perfect balance of fantasy, mystery, and a slight bit of horror. I really like that the story is centered around the Locke house, but constantly introduces new places and new characters. Overall, Locke & Key is a super fun watch and I can’t wait for the second season.

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Little Fires Everywhere

LFE provokes the kind of thoughts that you feel like you shouldn’t be having, such as having your true self exposed, no matter the problems or secrets that are hidden underneath.

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Brave

Brave is the quintessential mother/daughter movie. Finally, a Disney movie where the mom isn’t killed off in the first 10 minutes of the film!

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Dead to Me

Tragedy, comedy, horror, or psychological thriller?? This show seems to be a mix of it all. The rocky road of grief, anger, and guilt manifests itself differently for everyone and this show does well diving into how multiple characters deal with it.

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Rogue One

Rogue One is SO GOOD. It has a great and easy-to-follow storyline, much like the original trilogy, but the form of a more modern movie, which gives it the “best of both” kind of vibe.

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Episodes IV, V, VI

The original trilogy remains one of the best and most iconic film series of all time! So many great moments, and characters, and a storyline for the ages.

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The Mandalorian

The Mandalorian is an exciting and thrilling show, an old concept with an innovative twist. It’s a great addition to the Star Wars universe that can still stand on its own.

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High Fidelity

High Fidelity is cool, stylish, and the type of renewal that isn’t forced and/or a direct copy of the original.

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Fleabag

Fleabag’s brutal honesty and clever humor are only the start of what makes this show a must-see.

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Sex Education

This show is pure gold. From the characters, to the story, to the amazing one-liners, it’s amazing.

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Seinfeld

A classic sitcom which many of today’s TV comedies are modeled after.

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Knives Out

This movie is the perfect satire of every murder mystery movie I’ve seen.

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Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a great show, especially if you’re having a bad day and need a laugh.

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The Perks of Being a Wallflower

If you’re trying to cry, you should 100% watch this movie. No spoilers here, but it’s really emotional.

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euphoria

euphoria was such an intense show. The amount of information and layers to each specific character is just monumental.

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Maniac

Maniac is a beautiful show, both in its story and the scenery. The plot was touching, and it made both Ava and I cry like children the first time we watched it.

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The Mandalorian

The Mandalorian is an exciting and thrilling show, an old concept with an innovative twist.

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Money Heist

This show is so bingeable! There’s such a cat and mouse feel to it, and the series always keeps you dying to know what happens next.

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The Boys

The Boys is a wild ride from start to finish. It’s edgy, very funny, and super gory.

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Sherlock

Every episode is an intricately crafted puzzle box that you can’t wait to unlock.

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Memento

The film takes you on a journey - constantly giving you more information but not showing you what to do with it.

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Locke & Key

Each episode has new twists and turns, and the many different keys and their benefits are fun to follow. It’s a perfect balance of fantasy, mystery, and a slight bit of horror.