Q-Tips Reviews

A mystery-of-the-week series following Charlie Cale, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road in her Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can’t help but solve. Guest stars are plentiful throughout, from Ellen Barkin and Adrien Brody to Luis Guzmán and Chloë Sevigny. An inverted detective series, also known as a “howcatchem” and popularized by “Columbo,” the crime and perpetrator are shown at the beginning of each episode, and follows Charlie as she tries to solve the mystery. Peacock

Q-tips say: We watched several episodes but we were really not thrilled about Poker Face. There was only one episode that was good but the rest, just so so. But once you realized every episode would be the same, it’s predictable and almost belittles the intelligence of the audience. But if you’ve seen one of them, you’ve really seen them all, which is an insult to intelligent people everywhere. They better change it up. Because – Yawn.

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 small business ownership, his strong-willed and recalcitrant kitchen staff and his strained familial relationships, all while grappling with the impact of his brother’s suicide. As Carmy fights to transform both the shop and himself, he works alongside a rough-around-the-edges kitchen crew that ultimately reveals itself as his chosen family. series –Disney+ Hulu

Q-tips say: Yes, we did enjoy this series “The Bear.” Enjoyed the scenes of Chicago, restaurant cooking & it also delves into the personal lives of the workers. A tad bit of cursing but nothing we have not heard before. Well written, well shot, the characters have depth and are complex on every level. The Bear tells a compelling story of human struggle, relationships, and the unpredictability of life.

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 beloved owner. Along the way, the lost but spirited dog touches the lives of an orphaned mountain lion, a down-on-his-luck veteran and some friendly strangers who happen to cross her path.

Q-tips say: YES, we did enjoy this movie.

The movie was so sweet and told a great message for all about loyalty & compassion. A Dog’s Way Home is a wonderful adventure story of Bella’s journey, which has both very sad and very happy moments. Dog lovers will get all fuzzy and warm watching this pooch embark on a 400-mile journey to get back home to her beloved owner.

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 and heal as a family.

Q-tips say: Yes, we did enjoy!

This is a story of faith and renewed hope and the characters face some close calls as they make their various journeys. Ultimately the question is asked: is Elizabeth helping the family out, even though she is gone? It was such a beautiful movie. Very touching movie. In the movie you can tell that the parents loved and miss their child very much! It was very well done. 

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 and becoming the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling. netflix –

Q-tips say: Yes, The We enjoyed The Wild Robot. Watch it! It is a good family fun movie to watch.

A Fun movie with a great message & wholesome and beautifully animated. Nominated for Best Animated Movie. It was a very good story about the misfit that gets accepted and finds love.

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 was nothing but various sex scenes. Can’t really suggest watching it.

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 launches her own investigation by digging into her friend’s past — and finding a few surprises along the way.  A woman seeks to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of her best friend.

Q-tips say: Was ok. It wasn’t the best movie we have ever seen and all the actors play roles they are typically type cast for. It was a tad funny though and some might find it enjoyable although super far fetched. It is a very twist-heavy film. At least it wasn’t the same old recycled trash we’ve all been seeing lately.

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 life story of Joe Scaravella, an unnmarried NYC transit worker who, after the death of his beloved mother, decided to use his inheritance to open a restaurant (even tho he knows nothing about opening a rest. or does he know how to cook for a restaurant)…so, then enter the real Italian grandmas (“nonnas”) cook their traditional family recipes.

At the very least you’ll leave the movie craving a big plate of lasagna.