Author Archives: Q-tips

The Bear

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Q-tips

A young chef from the fine dining world comes home to Chicago to run his family sandwich shop after a heartbreaking death in his family. A world away from what he’s used to, Carmy must balance the soul-crushing realities of … Continue reading →

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Shaw’s Crab House 6/29/25

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Q-tips

SHAW’S CRAB HOUSE 21 E Hubbard St | Chicago, IL 60611 | (312)527-2722 – http://www.shawscrabhouse.com  A wonderful Anniversary Dinner at Shaw’s. The Q’s shared: a Dozen oysters. Mrs. Q had: Maker’s Mark Old Fashion & the other half had: A … Continue reading →

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A Dog’s way home –

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Q-tips

As a puppy, Bella finds her way into the arms of Lucas, a young man who gives her a good home. When Bella becomes separated from Lucas, she soon finds herself on an epic 400-mile journey to reunite with her … Continue reading →

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Elizabeth’s Gift

Posted on June 7, 2025 by Q-tips

When child dies tragically of a rare heart condition, her grieving parents are left to pick up the pieces. In a sequence of events influenced by faith, they are guided to a homeless girl, and a battle ensues to reunite … Continue reading →

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The Wild Robot

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Q-tips

The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot–ROZZUM unit 7134, “Roz” for short — that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to adapt to the harsh surroundings, gradually building relationships with the animals on the island … Continue reading →

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Widow’s Game

Posted on June 3, 2025 by Q-tips

When a man is found dead, the investigation shatters his widow’s perfect facade and exposes a hidden double life. Q-tips say: Beginning & ending were ok but the rest of the movie was nothing but underwhelming. Middle of the movie … Continue reading →

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A Simple Favor

Posted on June 1, 2025 by Q-tips

Stephanie is a widowed, single mother who works as a vlogger in Connecticut. Her best friend, Emily, seems to have it all — a successful career, a loving family and a glamorous lifestyle. When Emily mysteriously disappears one day, Stephanie … Continue reading →

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Nonnas

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Q-tips

After the loss of his mother, a man risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as the chefs. Netflix Q-tips say: Corny, Sentimental and Irrisistable. “Nonnas” is inspired by the real … Continue reading →

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Mas Alla Del Sol

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Q-tips

MAS ALLA DEL SOL -5848 N Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 654-1900,  masalladelsolrestaurant.com 5/14/26 – Life is good! We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce. Mas Alla del Sol – The Q’s shared: Carne Asada y … Continue reading →

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My Penguin Friend

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Q-tips

A sweeping family adventure, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loyalty. Humble fisherman João (international star … Continue reading →

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