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The Hillside Strangler (MGM+) Rated NR

Ā Follows the case of two serial killers in Los Angeles during the 1970s. Starring Kenneth Bianchi, Frank Salerno I really wished this documentary was better than it was, especially considering who produced the series. It had the cheaply made feel. … Continue reading

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Alias Grace (2017) Rated TV-MA

Grace, an Immigrant from Ireland, is convicted of murder by her employer. While going through the trial, she is psychiatrically observed, which brings about new answers.  Starring Sarah Gadon, Edward Holcroft, Rebecca Liddiard, and Zachary Levi. I wasn’t expecting much … Continue reading

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New Orleans: Soul of a City (2025) Rated NR

A documentary about New Orleans 20 years after Katrina, highlighting its culture in music, food, and traditions. Starring Wendell Pierce, Louis Armstrong, and James Carville. CNN isn’t the best place to get your information; however, this series does provide some … Continue reading

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To Catch a Smuggler (NatGeo) Rated NR

Ā Millions of contraband items come through the US airports. The Department of Homeland Security works hard to stop them from coming through. Starring Tom Mulhall, David C. Schweizer, and Arthur L. Braddy III.Ā  This show gives us a peek into … Continue reading

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The Porter (PBS) Rated TV-MA

Ā Black railway workers join together to make the first black union. Starring Aml Ameen, Ronnie Rowe, Mouna Traoré  This series could have been better. I really wish I could’ve gotten more into the story. The filming was on the dark … Continue reading

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Kirtland: America’s Sacred Ground (2017) Rated NR

This film looks at the events around the Kirtland Temple’s construction and dedication. Starring Mason Mac, Morgan Gunter, and Gabriel Casdorph. This film uses eyewitness accounts to recreate the miracles surrounding the building of the Kirtland Temple. While occasionally pointing … Continue reading

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Space: The Longest Goodbye (2023) Rated NR

 A group of astronauts are training for a mission to Mars while NASA is looking at how psychology can help those in isolation. Starring Kayla Barron, Cady Coleman, and Al Holland.  This film talks about how isolated the astronauts are … Continue reading

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Ride (2014) Rated R

A mother travels to California to convince her son to go back to school. Starring Helen Hunt, Brenton Thwaites, and Julie Dretzin. This film is quintessentially Helen Hunt. It takes on the mother that can’t let her child go. She … Continue reading

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To Kill a Mockingbird (1962) Rated NR

A widowed lawyer in 1930s Alabama defends a black man accused of rape. Based on the book by Harper Lee. Starring Gregory Peck, John Megna, and Frank Overton. This is a classic film. It’s held up over time due to … Continue reading

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America in Color (Smithsonian) Rated TV-PG

This series brings key points in American history to life from black and white media to color. Starring Eric Meyers, Max Beesley, and Stephen Mangan. This series takes key moments in US history that were filmed or pictured in black … Continue reading

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