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‘Paradise’Hulu’s Political Thriller-Not To Miss

January 28, 2025 RGN staff

Paradise is a wild mix of political intrigue and sci-fi mystery, now streaming on Hulu. With powerhouse performances from Sterling K. Brown and James Marsden, this show hooked me from the first episode—I couldn’t wait to see what happened next. If you’re into high-stakes drama with a twist of the unexpected, this one’s a must-watch. […]

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The Fire Inside: A Story Of Resilience

December 27, 2024 RGN staff

Reviewed Joy Parris– The Fire Inside tells the incredible true story of Claressa Shields. She is a high school junior from Flint, Michigan. She defied the odds to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. The film is directed by Rachel Morrison. It is written by Barry Jenkins. It […]

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Review-Mufasa:The Lion King

December 18, 2024 RGN staff

Mufasa: The Lion King Opens Only In Theaters On Dec. 20, 2024  Review by Joy Parris: Life is a journey filled with love, loss, family, challenges, and personal growth. Stories of resilience and triumph have inspired people throughout history. These timeless themes come to life in “Mufasa: The Lion King” through captivating storytelling. The music […]

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1992 In Theaters August 30th

August 29, 2024 Joy Parris

Lionsgate’s “1992,” Starring Tyrese Gibson Scott Eastwood, and Ray  Liotta, Opens In Theaters on August 30 Reviewed by Joy Parris-Ariel Vromen, the director and writer, delivers an action-packed film. It is set against the backdrop of the historic 1992 Rodney King verdict and the riots that followed. The story follows Mercer (Tyrese Gibson), recently released […]

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IFC Films’ SKINCARE Now In Theaters Nationwide

August 18, 2024 RGN staff

Review by Joy Parris: In today’s world, all businesses face fierce competition, but the beauty industry might just be one of the most cutthroat. Enter the latest film hitting theaters, Skincare, starring Elizabeth Banks. In this thriller, Elizabeth plays Hope Goldman, a celebrity facialist on the brink of launching her skincare line—a product she believes […]

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Review: Truth Saves the World

August 3, 2024 RGN staff

“Truth Saves the World” stars Faith Nibbe as “Truth Monroe.” Reviewed by Eric Larson: The pilot episode of “Truth Saves the World”, created and directed by Shyla Nibbe, had its World Premiere in June at Dances With Films in Hollywood. In it, we follow Truth Monroe, a black teen mathlete facing the perils of puberty and her growing awareness of […]

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What You Wish For-Is Not Always What You Need

May 29, 2024 RGN staff

Reviewed by: Joy Parris-We hear people say, “Wow, they’re so lucky. I wish I had that life.” But as the saying goes, “the grass always looks greener on the other side.” And that is exactly what follows in the suspenseful thriller “What You What You Wish For”. What You Wish For opens in Theaters on […]

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Love Arrives: The Idea Of You

May 3, 2024 Joy Parris

The Idea Of You Now Streaming Globally on Prime Video Review by Joy Parris– Everyone raises an eyebrow when an older woman dates a younger man but it doesn’t seem to be such a big deal when an older man dates a younger woman.  The usual commentary is she’s using him for his money so […]

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Review “We Grown Now”

April 13, 2024 RGN staff

In Theaters in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago on April 19, and Nationwide on April 26th Reviewed by: Joy Parris-In “We Grown Now”  Director, Minhal Baig written and directed by Minhal Baig (Hala), takes place in 1992 Chicago, as Michael Jordan solidifies himself as a champion. It takes us on a journey of rediscovery, […]

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Wicked Little Letters: In Theaters

March 28, 2024 Joy Parris

 Starts Friday, March 29 in New York & Los Angeles. Everywhere April 5 Reviewed by Joy Parris-Wicked Little Letters is based on a true story, though so outlandish you might not think it is but it is. Directed by Thea Sharrock and written by Jonny Sweet it is a deliciously devilish mystery romp that will […]

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