Spoiler-Free Review of “Time Cut” on Netflix: Hits Us Over the Head with 2000’s Nostalgia

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“One single moment in time can change everything…”

Time Cut released on Netflix on October 30th 2024. The sci-fi slasher film stars Madison Bailey, Antonia Gentry, and Griffin Gluck. It runs for approximately an hour and thirty minutes.

A teenage girl in 2024 accidentally time travels back to 2003 right before the “Sweetly Slasher” murders her sister, giving her a chance to set things right and save her life.

Here is the trailer:

Time Cut is yet another entry into the time travel horror genre, but does it come close to films like Totally Killer and Happy Death Day? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Cute concept.

OK, so it’s been done before, but I’m still always up for a feel-good slasher film overloaded with bubble gum pop and this one fit the bill. Time Cut was on point with the 2000’s nostalgia (although they did force it down our throats on more than one occasion). However, I can’t fault any character who has a Buffy the Vampire Slayer poster displayed in her room and the fashion and music complimented the vibe well.

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Stronger second half.

I was having some trouble connecting to this one initially, but I have to say that the second half was a lot stronger and redeemed itself in a lot of ways. There was more action and a twist thrown in (although I saw it coming a mile away). The ending was fine as well.

The Cons:

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Needed more violence and gore.

This film is billed as a slasher and I was expecting it to deliver in this department to give us a nice balance, but everything felt so watered down. There were barely any scenes with the killer and the ones we got were just kind of meh. I didn’t need a complete gore fest, but other films within this genre did a much better job here.

Bland characters.

The acting was just kind of OK in this one and I wasn’t really connected to either character. I appreciated the bond between sisters, but this could have been fleshed out a lot more to make us more invested. We glossed over some layers that had some potential, but they never made a real impact on me.

So am I in or out?

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I’m 50/50 on this one…

Time Cut should have been an absolute blast, but it felt like a watered down knock-off of Totally Killer. There was some solid 2000’s nostalgia, but ultimately I needed this film to dig a little deeper and lean more into the slasher side of things to keep me invested.

It’s fine for a quick watch, but it paled in comparison to similar films in this genre.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Time Cut in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

THIS COMPETITION IS KILLER…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Don’t Move” on Netflix: Fans of “Alone” Just Got a New Thriller to be Excited About!

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“The world takes what it wants…”

Don’t Move premiered on Netflix on October 25th 2024. The thriller suspense film (produced by Sam Raimi) stars Kelsey Asbille and Finn Wittrock. It is approximately one hour and thirty minutes long.

After meeting a dangerous stranger in the woods, a woman is injected with a paralytic agent and only has a limited amount of time to escape before her body shuts down.

Here is the trailer:

Don’t Move channels films like Alone (2020) and Unseen with its simple, but intense premise. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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My kind of thriller!

It’s no secret that I love fast-paced thrillers with a straightforward cat-and-mouse premise and a strong female lead. Well, I am happy to report that this film checked off all those boxes effortlessly. In a lot of ways this movie reminded me of Alone (2020). The setting and plot were very similar, but we were added in a gimmick to complicate things slightly like in Unseen.

At first I was worried that this film would fall flat in comparison, but it quickly grabbed my attention and never released its grip on me, delivering with exceptional pacing, a chilling setting, and a worthy villain.

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Two worthy performances.

Finn Wittrock is no stranger to playing a darker role. The American Horror Story alum stepped into this role flawlessly. He was creepy and charming, making this chase that much more horrifying.

I am not as familiar with Kelsey Asbille, but I thought she was truly fantastic in this. I love a bad-ass female lead who is inventive and she managed to dominate the screen with minimal dialogue at times (which is no easy task).

This film had a very small cast, but it worked well here.

The Cons:

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I don’t have any…

This thriller may not be for everyone, but it’s exactly the kind of movie I love to watch. I seriously don’t have any cons. It didn’t waste time with unnecessary fluff. It gave us enough background about Iris so we would care about what happened to her and then it threw us into an edge-of-your-seat rush of brilliant suspense. I always say that less is more with these types of films and this one understood that.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in 100 percent!!!

Don’t Move has everything I want from a cat-and-mouse thriller and more!

This film understood the assignment with its straightforward, but effective approach.

I loved every second of it and it just became one of my new favorite thrillers! 

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Don’t Move in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

Girl Number Thirteen Lurking Promo

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Smile 2” in Theaters: A Superior Sequel!

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“Do you believe in like weird stuff?”

Smile 2 premiered in theaters on October 18th 2024. The supernatural psychological horror film stars Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Dylan Gelula, Peter Jacobson, and Kyle Gallner. It runs for two hours and seven minutes.

A pop star named Skye Riley is trying to make her upcoming tour a success after battling substance abuse and surviving a car accident, but when she witnesses a horrifying event that she can’t explain, she begins to lose control of her life and sanity.

Here is the trailer:

Smile 2 is a chilling, terrifying, and unhinged trip that will have you on the edge of your seat the entire time. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Scream QUEEN, Naomi Scott!

Wow, she was absolutely fantastic in this! I didn’t think that anyone could top Willa Fitzgerald’s performance in Strange Darling, but Naomi Scott just gave the performance of her life and I loved EVERY SECOND OF IT! She was fierce, captivating, and willing to give this film her all. She just became one of my favorite scream queens of all time with that performance and I hope she appears in more horror films in the future.

Favorite performance of the year!

Seriously, I have chills.

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So creepy and disturbing!

Similar to the vibe of the first film, the sequel had plenty of terrifying moments. It was fun seeing this in a packed theater. There were so many moments that had people jumping. This film descended into darkness a lot quicker than the original one, which was fantastic to experience. I loved the psychological elements and that ending was jaw-dropping in the best possible way!

OK and can we talk about that music?! I loved it!

The Cons:

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A few unanswered questions.

This wasn’t a major con and I actually think it will create an interesting discussion among fans, but I had a little trouble piecing together what was actually happening in this film at times (which I think was the point). I was along for the ride and willing to go with it, but I had a few questions by the time I got to the end that were never fully addressed.

Maybe we’ll get a part three?

So am I in or out?

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I’m in 100 percent!!!

Smile 2 is a frightening and trippy experience that will leave your heart pounding. Naomi Scott just gave the best performance of the year and I truly hope she’s recognized for it!

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Smile 2 in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Carved” on Hulu: This Pumpkin’s Had Enough…

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“It killed them all!”

Carved released on Hulu on October 21st 2024. The horror comedy film (based on the short of the same name) stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Corey Fogelmanis, Carla Jimenez, Elvis Nolasco, and DJ Qualls. It runs for approximately an hour and thirty-five minutes.

A group must work together to survive the attacks of a vengeful pumpkin in a historical reenactment village on Halloween.

Here is the trailer:

Carved is completely ridiculous, but it does have some campy and gory moments to appreciate. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Gory fun!

I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of gore in this one. It was over-the-top and ridiculous, but it was also very entertaining. The practical effects were impressive as well. There was one scene in this movie that was so well done. My jaw dropped. It was campy and extreme and I loved every second of it. More please!

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Recognizable cast.

I love DJ Qualls and he was so great in this and an absolute scene stealer. The Mick’s Carla Jimenez was wonderful as well and I thought that everyone played their part well. Normally I don’t care about characters in films like this, but this group of survivors had some redeeming qualities, which made me root for some of them more than the killer pumpkin. Well…at least a few of them.

The Cons:

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Loses steam as the movie continues…

I get why this was originally a short. The idea is a lot of fun, but it seemed like the writers didn’t really know what to do with this at a certain point. This movie excelled when it was filled with bonkers madness. It started to take itself a little too seriously by the time we got toward the end and it lost some of its magic as a result.

The ending didn’t have the pop I was really looking for. It was fine and I had a good time, but I think we could have done a little better here to really seal the deal.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in about 75 percent…

Carved is completely bonkers, but it’s also a lot of fun!

As long as you manage your expectations on this one, you’ll have a good time.

I personally feel that Slotherhouse did a better job in the horror comedy department with its insane premise, but Carved was decent enough for a quick Halloween watch.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Carved (2024) in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

THIS COMPETITION IS KILLER…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Hysteria!” on Peacock: Bruce Campbell and Julie Bowen Star in this Bizarre Series

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“Let’s Be Satanists…”

Hysteria! premiered on October 18th 2024 on Peacock with all eight episodes available to stream now. The horror thriller series stars Bruce Campbell, Julie Bowen, Anna Camp, Emjay Anthony, Kezii Curtis, and Chiara Aurelia. Each episode runs for approximately 50-55 minutes.

When a football player goes missing, a small town begins to blame anyone influenced by the occult, including a Satanist rock band made up of teens.

Here is the trailer:

Hysteria! has a fun cast and a decent enough premise just in time for Halloween, but is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Starts off with lots of potential.

This series is set in the 1980’s and I loved the soundtrack. I thought the opening was really creepy and weird, drawing me in to another place and time. I also really liked how this show drew from other iconic movies in the horror genre. It paid tribute to this era in a fun way and I enjoyed the band’s songs!

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Bruce Campbell and Julie Bowen…

They’re the reason I tuned in and the reason I stuck with this series as long as I did. I love both actors and it was great to see them together in this. Anna Camp is always fun as well (although I’ve seen her play this exact same character before in True Blood).

The Cons:

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Misused its best players…

As much as I love Bruce Campbell and Julie Bowen, I had mixed thoughts about their characters. I really missed Bruce Campbell’s sarcastic charm and humor and I think this series should have let him shine in that department. He did a solid job as the sheriff, but it also felt really flat at times. I liked Julie Bowen’s character, but even here I was searching for something more. It might have just been the content, but I was left feeling disappointed.

Extremely slow with too much fluff.

I hate when series do this. I think that this show was trying to be the next Stranger Things and it failed to reach anything close to that. There were some fun and dark moments, but it took long to get anywhere. I was fine with the ambiguous ending (although I have mixed thoughts on it), but I was completely drained of energy by the time I got there. The episodes were WAY too long and there were too many of them in my opinion, dragging things out unnecessarily.

So am I in or out?

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I’m 50/50 on this one…

Hysteria! is a confusing watch, but it does have some darker fun moments sprinkled in if you’re looking for something to binge-watch during spooky season.

I really wanted to like this one, but it went in too many different directions without ever really hooking me.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Hysteria! in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

This competition is killer…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Woman of the Hour” on Netflix: A Powerful and Unnerving Watch!

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“What are girls for?”

Woman of the Hour released on Netflix on October 18th 2024. The crime thriller film (based on true events from the 1970’s) stars Anna Kendrick (she also directed the film), Daniel Zovatto, Autumn Best, Tony Hale, and Nicolette Robinson. It runs for approximately an hour and thirty-five minutes.

An aspiring actress reluctantly agrees to appear on a televised dating game show, unknowingly crossing paths with a serial killer.

Here is the trailer:

Woman of the Hour is an unconventional thriller with an engrossing story at its center. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Anna Kendrick and Daniel Zovatto are incredible!!!

This might be my favorite performance by Anna Kendrick yet. She was FANTASTIC in this and lit up the screen. I was cheering for her during so many key moments. I am even more impressed that she also directed this film.

Daniel Zovatto nailed the vibe he was going for. He was sinister and creepy with twisted charm. I was blown away by his performance.

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So intense!

There were so many moments during this film that had me holding my breath. I was on the edge of my seat and could not look away from the screen. Normally I like my thrillers filled with action and adrenaline, but this one managed to stimulate that same feeling of intensity while approaching the thriller genre in a different way. It was very effective and it really had me contemplating a lot.

There were so many important messages and themes in this one, but I never felt like the writers were hitting us over the head with them. They worked with the plot seamlessly, making us care about each one of these characters that much more.

The Cons:

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The transitions were distracting at times.

This isn’t a major con because I absolutely adored this film and understood what it was going for, but it was hard jumping around to past events when I was so engaged with what was going on during our present timeline. I was just connecting to one narrative in particular so whenever we switched over, I lost that enthralling feeling momentarily.

Don’t get me wrong…I thought each one of those plot points were necessary so we understood who we were dealing with, but I think the transitions could have been tweaked slightly to connect everything in a seamless way.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

Woman of the Hour is a smart and captivating thriller that will make your heart pound!

I had a feeling that I would enjoy this one, but it exceeded my expectations and then some. 

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Woman of the Hour in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

THIS COMPETITION IS KILLER…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Never Let Go” on Demand: Halle Berry’s Latest Thriller Has Its Ups and Downs…

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“If the evil touches you, it makes you do bad things…”

Never Let Go released in theaters on September 20th 2024 and is now available to watch on Demand as of October 11th 2024. The psychological thriller horror film stars Halle Berry, Percy Daggs IV, and Anthony B. Jenkins. It runs for approximately an hour and forty minutes.

A mother and two sons live alone in the woods when an evil takes over the world. The only way to survive is to stay connected to their house at all times to stop the evil from reaching them, but when one of the sons begins to question if the evil is real or not, their lives are put in danger.

Here is the trailer:

Never Let Go has some creepy and shocking moments built in to its plot, but does it do enough to be worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Welcome back to horror, Halle Berry!

I loved her in the film, Gothika and it was great to see her in another horror film. Halle Berry is such an exceptional actress and she always puts forth a believable and compelling energy, elevating whatever project she’s in. I thought she was terrific in this one.

The actors who played her sons did a solid job as well and I was very pleased to discover that Percy Daggs IV is the son of Percy Daggs III (Wallace from Veronica Mars). The talent definitely runs in the family!

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Keeps you guessing.

While I’m still not sure how I feel about a lot of the reveals, this film definitely kept me guessing. I was intrigued to find out more and there were lots of twists and turns along the way. There were some creepy moments working in this film’s favor. It didn’t scare me at all and a lot felt watered down, but the overall vibe was certainly interesting.

The Cons:

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Super slow pacing.

This was frustrating because this film had so much potential. It felt like it was three hours long. Everything just really dragged.

I also had so many unanswered questions by the time I got to the end of the film. I’m fine with the ending, but we were given several pieces of the puzzle early on that were never addressed.

So am I in or out?

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I’m 50/50 on this one…

Never Let Go is excruciatingly slow, but it does throw in a few twists to keep us invested. Plus, Halle Berry gives it her all, which we always LOVE to see!

I personally liked Arcadian a lot better, which had a similar vibe, but there were a few sprinkles of potential here.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Never Let Go in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

A Halloween they’ll never forget…

Scream Hunt Halloween

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Stream” on Demand: Campy Fun!

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“Let’s play ball…”

Stream is a horror film that originally released on August 21st 2024 in limited theaters and is now available to watch on demand as of October 15th 2024. It stars Charles Powell, Danielle Harris, Sydney Malakeh, Daniel Roebuck, Jeffrey Combs, David Howard Thornton, Dee Wallace, and Tony Todd. It runs for approximately two hours.

A weekend away at a hotel turns deadly for a family when they get caught up in a twisted game where the guests are hunted down for sport.

Here is the trailer:

Stream has an all-star cast made up of horror legends, but does it do enough to earn a watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Horror dream team to the max!

Wow, there were so many iconic horror actors in this film. I loved all of the cameos and everyone played their part well (no matter how big or small). LOST’s Daniel Roebuck was a scene stealer and I always love seeing Danielle Harris.

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Gory fun!

This film clearly had a lower budget, but I thought it had some outrageous and inventive kills. There was a lot of gore and some of the chase scenes were super fun as well. This film accepted its cheesiness and went full camp, which worked to its advantage. As long as you manage your expectations here, you’ll have a blast.

The Cons:

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Too long.

This movie was two hours long and I’m not sure it needed to be. The opening took a while to get going and then things dragged out toward the end. The film reached its peak in the middle and delivered here, but it had some pacing issues to work around.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!

Stream is a fun b-horror movie jam-packed with an all-star cast.

Don’t expect anything too extraordinary here, but if you like cheesy gory slashers, you’ll have a good time.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Stream in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

THIS COMPETITION IS KILLER…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

Scream Hunt is available here!

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Teacup” on Peacock: Creepy and Unsettling!

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“Something is going on…”

Teacup premiered on Peacock on October 10th 2024 with its first two episodes. There will be eight episodes in total that will air weekly. The horror series (executively produced by James Wan) stars Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman, Chaske Spencer, and Caleb Dolden. Each episode runs for approximately 32-35 minutes.

Trapped on a farm in Georgia, a group of neighbors must work together to survive against a mysterious threat.

Here is the trailer:

Teacup is both terrifying and disturbing, hooking its audience with its premiere episodes. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Recognizable cast!

Sign me up for anything starring the fabulous Yvonne Strahovski and Scott Speedman. As soon as I saw that they were both in this, I was all for it! They are both delivering (especially Yvonne) and I can’t wait to see more from them.

The rest of the cast is doing a solid job too and I think we have an interesting set of characters. We got some drama and backstory in the first two episodes, but it isn’t overpowering the plot, allowing the terrifying mystery to shine.

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Freaky and weird in a very good way!

The first two episodes were done exceptionally well. The pacing was great and we got right into things. The mystery is really strange, but it is drawing me in completely. Those last few moments of the second episode were so shocking and disturbing. I’ve been waiting for a truly terrifying horror series to emerge this year and this one is delivering so far with spine-tingling moments.

The Cons:

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Might be better suited as a film…

I love the shorter episodes, but I hate that I have to wait an entire week for the next one to drop. There is a lot going on and I want to keep watching it while everything is fresh in my mind. It’s fine to build up anticipation, but I think this might have translated a little better as a film.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

Teacup is a consuming watch that already has me anxiously waiting for more episodes to drop. If you’re a horror fan, I highly recommend this one. It’s off to a fantastic start!

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Teacup in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

My supernatural thriller Girl Number Thirteen is out now! I hope you enjoy!

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Sweetpea” on Starz: Don’t Mess with Ella Purnell!

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“People I’d love to kill…”

Sweetpea released on Starz on October 10th 2024 with its first episode. The dark comedy drama series stars Ella Purnell, Calam Lynch, Leah Harvey, and Nicôle Lecky. There will be six episodes in total that will air weekly. Each episode is approximately 42-45 minutes.

Rhiannon is tired of people constantly dismissing her and acting like she doesn’t exist, but after going through a family trauma, she decides that she’s done being pushed around, leading her down a path of revenge and murder.

Here is the trailer:

Sweetpea starts off with killer potential, bringing us some dark humor that actually lands and an electric lead to root for. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Ella Purnell shines!

I’m already a fan of hers and she takes things to the next level with this new role. In a lot of ways, this series sort of reminds me of a female spin on Dexter or You. Her character is at a breaking point, but she’s also really relatable. I actually found her voice-over narration funny and fresh, which is not easy to nail so early in a series. I’m looking forward to seeing her spiral down a darker path in the next episodes, but so far I am already adoring her character!

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Easy to watch.

Lately, it seems like I have to put a lot of effort into new shows. This isn’t always the case, but I love it when a series starts out with effortless fun. I’m hooked already and I can’t wait to tune in to the next episodes. There is a nice balance here of dark humor, drama, and some bloody violence for good measure. This series is checking off everything I look for in a series nicely, which is fantastic to see!

The Cons:

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One scene I could do without…

There will be no spoilers in this review, but there was one scene that didn’t sit well with me. Other than that, I’m in with no other cons to note.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

Sweetpea has everything I want from a series and more! Ella Purnell is bloody charming and so exciting to watch in this.

I can’t wait to watch the next episodes!

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Sweetpea in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

THIS COMPETITION IS KILLER…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

My young adult horror thriller is out now! I hope you enjoy!

Scream Hunt is available here!

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