Category Archives: Historical

Nas: Time Is Illmatic (2014) Rated TV-14

Posted on September 8, 2026 by laurarachel4

The story behind Nas’ debut album, Time is Illmatic. Starring Nas, Cornel West, and Pharrell Williams. This documentary tells the story of Nas’ rise to fame and his debut album release. While I love learning about different people and their … Continue reading →

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Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America (HBOMAX) Rated TV-MA

Posted on August 23, 2026 by laurarachel4

Sketch comedy that explores various historical moments. Starring Larry David, Samuel L. Jackson, and Barack Obama. I’ve not been a great fan of Larry David; he is hit or miss with comedy. These sketches are very much the same thing. … Continue reading →

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When the Garden Was Eden (2014) Rated NR

Posted on March 17, 2026 by laurarachel4

 A look at the New York Knicks during the 70s championships. Starring Bill Bradley, Walt Frazier, and Phil Jackson. This film documents the start of the Knicks fan base. It starts in the 60s, when the Knicks where not the … Continue reading →

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1968: The Year That Changed America (CNN) Rated NR

Posted on March 8, 2026 by laurarachel4

 A series that highlights the shift in politics during the year of 1968. Starring Dan Rather, Renee Graham, Tim Naftali I just watched this series recently and it’s a good thing. If I had watched it in 2018 before covid, … Continue reading →

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The Top Ten Revealed (AXStv) Rated NR

Posted on September 2, 2024 by laurarachel4

 Kate Daryl counts down the most influential songs, bands, and musicians in rock and roll. Starring Katie Daryl, Pete Giovine, and Matt Pinfield.  I love this show. The countdown is based on the number of votes that you, the viewer, … Continue reading →

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The Collection (PBS) Rated TV-MA

Posted on August 14, 2024 by laurarachel4

Two brothers clash with the rise their fashion business in post war France. Starring Richard Coyle, Mamie Gummer, and Tom Riley. This show weaves family dynamics between the two brothers in their personal and professional lives as they strive to … Continue reading →

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The Beguiled (2017) Rated R

Posted on August 3, 2024 by laurarachel4

A wounded Union soldier arrives at a girl’s school in Virginia during the end of the Civil War. Starring Colin Farrell, Nicole Kidman, and Kirsten Dunst. This is a remake of the 1971 film, and this version has a number … Continue reading →

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The Real Story (Smithsonian) Rated TV-PG

Posted on June 3, 2024 by laurarachel4

A documentary that looks at the true stories behind hit films. Starring Corey Johnson, David Harewood, and Paul McGann. This series takes on popular films and looks at the true stories behind them. It’s always interesting to see what story … Continue reading →

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Auschwitz: Inside the Nazi State (2005) Rated NR

Posted on April 22, 2024 by laurarachel4

A miniseries looks at the final solution of the Nazi reign, focusing on the infamous Auschwitz. Starring Samuel West, Linda Hunt, and Gert Heidenreich. This documentary goes from the opening of Auschwitz to the liberation of it in 1945. We … Continue reading →

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American Ripper (2017) Rated TV-14

Posted on March 29, 2024 by laurarachel4

This docuseries examines the life of H.H. Holmes, one of the first serial killers in the US. Starring Jeff Mudgett, Amaryllis Fox, and Conor Hall. While this series lacks on factual points, it is educational in who Holmes was. I … Continue reading →

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