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Category Archives: TV
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender out February 22, 2024
After the Shyamalan debacle Avatar: The Last Airbender film, aside from the fact that it was an awkwardly cut and executed version of the otherwise amazing and fun source material inspired by Asian culture and mysticism, there was widespread outcry, … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, TV
Tagged ang, Avatar, Avatar: The Last Airbender, katara, Netflix, sokka, The Last Airbender, zuko
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Quiz Lady wins an 2024 Critics Choice Award
When I read John’s review of Quiz Lady, I was particularly amused at his last sentence that said it probably would not be eligible for an Oscar. While I did see the movie and enjoyed it, I thought that even … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Movies, TV
Tagged awkwafina, Critics Choice awards, Gloria Sanchez Productions, Quiz Lady, Sandra Oh, Will Ferrell
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“Beef” Wins Big at Emmy and Critics Choice Awards
In addition to winning three Globe Globes, the Netflix series Beef won eight Emmy awards! The awards include: Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (Ali Wong) Outstanding Lead Actor in … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Movies, TV
Tagged ali wong, beef, Emmy awards, Lee Sung Jin, Loki, Steven Yeun
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Netflix’s The Brothers Sun: Review (Spoilers)
As we had mentioned back in December, the Netflix series The Brothers Sun premiered January 4th. I just finished binge watching the series, and I don’t think I can say enough great things about it! The series is about: “When … Continue reading
Posted in 8Series, Entertainment, Local, Southern California, TV
Tagged Justin Chien, Michelle Yeoh, Netflix, Sam Song Li, The Brothers Sun
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Disney+ cancels American Born Chinese TV Series
Despite good reviews, Disney+ is canceling any future seasons of American Born Chinese. Apparently viewership was not enough to warrant renewal. Not coincidentally, Disney+ and many other streaming services are cutting back on content spending. According to the cancellation article, … Continue reading
“Beef” Takes Top Honors at 2024 Golden Globes
The Netflix series Beef won every 2024 Golden Globe category for which it was nominated, three in total. It won Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television, Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Movies, TV
Tagged A24, ali wong, beef, Celine Song, Golden Globes, Greta Lee, Past Lives, Steven Yeun
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Love in Taipei: Review, Paramount+ Promo code, and SF Q&A
Earlier this month, Love in Taipei premiered on Paramount+ on August 10th. I’ve been behind on my blogging, but wanted to let everyone know about some things about the movie, including a free promo code to see it, a review, … Continue reading
Posted in 8mm Film Review, 8Series, Entertainment, Movies, TV
Tagged Abigail Hing Wen, Andrew Yang, Love Boat, Love in Taipei
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Ashley Park’s Showstopping Duet with Meryl Streep in Only Murders in the Building
The Wife, my Brother-in-law (BIL), and I were watching Only Murders in the Building when we were blown away the showstopper duet of Meryl Streep and Ashley Park. Having never seen Emily in Paris and having not known about her … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Music, TV
Tagged Ashley Park, Look for the Light, Meryl Streep, Only Murders in the Building
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Paramount+: Official Trailer: Love in Taipei – Streaming August 10th
https://youtu.be/uBGTJqYuV_w I first met author Abigail Hing Wen at her book launch event of her Young Adult novel “Loveboat, Taipei” in Menlo Park, California. As a producer (one of many), on the documentary “Love Boat: Taiwan,” I had a great … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Entertainment, Movies, TV
Tagged Abigail Hing Wen, Love Boat, Love in Taipei, Taiwan
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American Born Chinese: Jin & Amelia
Posted in Dating, Entertainment, Lifestyles, Observations, TV
Tagged American Born Chinese, Ben Wang, Sydney Taylor
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CAAMFest and Disney+ preview American Born Chinese
Perhaps one of the most anticipated young adult Asian American media releases this year is Disney+’s upcoming streaming series American Born Chinese, The series, set to release on May 24 on Disney+, is based on Gene Luen Yang’s award … Continue reading
American Born Chinese Trailer Reveals Differences from the Graphic Novel
After I heard about the upcoming Disney+ series American Born Chinese, I purchased and read the graphic novel by Gene Yuen. Now that the trailer has been released, I did notice some noticeable differences. While some people really don’t like … Continue reading