Q-Tips Reviews

5/22 – The Staircase doesn’t hold many surprises for those already intimate with the original documentary, but this dramatization brings a fresh perspective and texture to the mystery.

Q-tips say: Yes, it is series but all of the series are ready to be viewed. Author and aspiring local politician Michael Peterson is charged with murder after the suspicious death of his wife Kathleen. The story of the fortunate Peterson family who lived in a luxurious mansion in North Carolina, until Kathleen Peterson’s body was discovered at the foot of a staircase, and her husband Michael was tried for murder.

Is guilty or Not? Well, Mrs. Q knew which it was from the beginning of the movie.

5/13/22 – Reclusive author Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on tour promoting her new book with Alan, Loretta gets kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire who hopes she can lead him to an ancient city’s lost treasure from her latest story. Determined to prove he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, Alan sets off to rescue her.

Q-tips say: Yes, see it. It is goofy, silly in parts but a mindless movie to enjoy. We need more comedy in this world, and what better way to achieve that than through viewing The Lost City. For the most part, it finds that sweet spot between goofy and sincere, especially during the scenes where Tatum’s Alan tries to match up to the mercenary hired to rescue Loretta, played by none other than Brad Pitt.

4/22 – Dopesick at times sinks under the weight of its subject matter, but strong performances from Michael Keaton and Kaitlyn Dever and an empathetic approach to the very real people impacted by the opioid crisis make for harrowing drama.

Q tips say: Was good but a little slow at times. This was about OxyContin.

4/22 –

Infiltrates Britain’s elite through personal and political scandal, where the truth lies between justice and privilege. James and Sophie Whitehouse live in a blissful and rarified world. A Minister in Parliament, a loving family at home, James’ trajectory appears without limits. Until a scandalous secret suddenly comes to light. Barrister Kate Woodcroft has a trajectory of her own, and her prosecution threatens to tear into Westminster, the Whitehouse marriage, and her own personal esteem.

Q-tips say: See it. Kind of Interesting – Spoiler alert: You might figure everything before you see the ending.

4/19/22 – A man ahead of his time, Cyrano de Bergerac (played by Peter Dinklage) dazzles whether with ferocious wordplay at a verbal joust or with brilliant swordplay in a duel. But, convinced that his appearance renders him unworthy of the love of a devoted friend, the luminous Roxanne (Haley Bennett), Cyrano has yet to declare his feelings for her — and Roxanne has fallen in love, at first sight, with Christian (Kelvin Harrison, Jr.).

Q-tips say: Yes, see it. Mrs. Q says: it is great Peter Dinklage in the lead role.

A lush, moving and emotionally rich story of longing, love and acceptance featuring a standout performance from Peter Dinklage.

4/2022 – When an 11-year-old boy with social anxiety disorder must start middle school, he finds strength in a lovable comfort mutt named Dude.

Q-tips say: YES, YES, see it.

A good movie for kids & family to watch together. It’s clean, fun, and relatable.

Mrs.Q says: Yes, it is a series but worth watching. A good movie – made me realise how hard it must be for someone like the main character to go through situations, the dog is cute and the story I am not sure how realistic – not sure that  Emotional Support Dogs get public access in schools, restaurants or any other public place without proper training. Not sure if that the dog, Dude, had proper training as an Emotional Support dog but still worth watching.

4/8/22-

The Worths are a family portrait of dysfunction. When Grandma Mabel dies suddenly, they must set aside their differences and come together. Mayhem quickly ensues as long buried family secrets bubble to the surface with a shocking revelation. But, as they begin to find their way back to each other, they soon realize that while you can’t choose your family, you can choose to be friends with them.

Q-tips say: YES, see it!
The emotional hardship of being far from home during a crisis has never been more relatable. No, this isn’t a deep movie. But the cast is great, there are some surprises and just enough laughs. PS: You just gotta love Grandma Mabel.