Q-Tips Reviews

Believing he witnessed an abduction, a young man turns to his next-door neighbor, a retired security guard, to help him find the missing woman. fandango – amc +

Q-tips say: We did enjoy.

A compact and intense thriller, Simon McNally, has no such misgivings. He knows he saw a young woman being hustled into a van for nefarious purposes.  His problem is getting anyone else to believe him. Not because he’s apt to cry wolf, but because he’s got a pretty debilitating mental illness. He doesn’t just have a voice in his head; as we see, there’s a big, irate, hairy, red man there too, and that red man is always telling him how worthless he is and how nobody likes him. 

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The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch in the “The Office” find a new subject when they discover a historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it. Peacock

Q-tips say: So far, we are enjoying it. Still enjoying it.

Mrs. Q says: “The Paper” delivers a some what wholesome, hilarious, and perhaps surprisingly accurate look at the struggles of media in the modern age. However, rate this a tad lower than “The Office. Solely because of… ESMERELDA. 🙄🙄 This character is so insufferable and annoying. Every time she speaks on screen, it is like nails on a chalkboard.

A seemingly ordinary decision turns the world of Elisa, mom to two young kids, upside down. When her daughter Lucia asks to go to a sleepover at her new best friend Josie’s house, Elisa agrees. After meeting Josie’s mother, Rebecca, she’s put at ease by her charming nature and their impressive house. But when she says goodnight to her daughter, she has no idea that she is about to be thrust into every parent’s worst nightmare. Fandango.

Q-tips say: Yes, we were enjoying The Stolen Girl but to many twist and turns.

The Thursday Murder Club follows four irrepressible retirees — Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) and Joyce (Celia Imrie) — who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a thrilling turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit on their hands. Netflix

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

The movie blends mystery, drama, and a touch of humor in a very entertaining way. Especially liked that the main characters are older adults, with characters full of experience and depth, which gives the story a unique charm and realism. Each character has their own personality and brings something special to the group, making the plot both intriguing and moving. It’s refreshing to see stories where older people have leading roles with such vitality and complexity.

The castle which is the set is just stunning. This is a perfect “cozy murder” movie for fall! However, there are heavy accents to deal with, so turn on the sub-titles if needed.

When an ex-convict finds an abandoned baby in a dumpster, he gains a new lease on life, deciding to dedicate himself to making sure the child has a good life. Hulu

Q-tips say: Yes, We did enjoy this movie.

What a beautiful little surprise “Adopt a Highway” turned out to be. Ethan Hawke is tender, touching, and it is a moving experience & he spends much of his time talking honestly to baby Ella.

Weeks after taking a bullet to the chest from his own son, Dexter Morgan awakens from a coma to find Harrison gone. Realizing the weight of what he put his son through, Dexter sets out for New York City, determined to find him and make things right. But when Miami Metro’s Angel Batista arrives with questions, Dexter realizes his past is catching up to him fast. As father and son navigate their own darkness, they soon find themselves deeper than ever imagined.

Q tips say: We started watching this series & so far, enjoy Dexter. Still enjoying Dexter.

A rebellious teenager, future Beatle John Lennon (Aaron Johnson) lives with his Aunt Mimi (Kristin Scott Thomas) in working-class Liverpool, England. Mimi’s husband suddenly dies, and John spies his mother, Julia (Anne-Marie Duff), at the funeral. Despite Mimi’s misgivings, John intends to have a real relationship with his mother. Julia introduces him to popular music and the banjo and, though a family conflict looms, young Lennon is inspired to form his own band.

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

Very well done movie. Even though it was filled with music, I loved how it didn’t really get into The Beatles (and I’m a huge Beatles fan), but really stuck to John’s painful story. It was beautifully acted and directed. Very moving. Cinematography was was wonderful. Just a good movie all around. A true story of human frailty and love.

At the height of the Detroit Garage Rock movement in 1999, a chronically ill father, his musician son and his band bond on a raucous road trip. Together, they war with a rival band on the way to the South by Southwest festival.

Q-tips say: We were disappointed in this movie. Expected more music but that did not happen. Perhaps the Band should stop the run.

While attending Nevermore Academy, Wednesday Addams attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a killing spree and solve the mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago.

Q-tips say: Yes, we are enjoying it.

Wednesday Addams is a fun, darkly whimsical take on a classic character that both embraces the legacy of the Addams Family and gives a modern twist. A spooky and stylish adventure for fans of all things dark, funny, and a little bit twisted.