Archives for : Susan Kamyab Stephens
This week I review “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”. After 15 years, Harrison Ford returns as everyone’s favorite archeologist for one last adventure. Did the film provide the closure fans have been wanting? Watch my review and find out!
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” opens in theaters June 30, 2023.
Rating: B
This week I review “The Flash”. DC has been struggling for years to make a great superhero movie. There have been very few hits, but early reactions are saying “The Flash” might satisfy fans in more ways than one. It stars Ezra Miller, Ben Affleck, Michael Keaton and Sasha Calle. Seems like they locked down a great cast, but did DC get this one right?
“The Flash” opens in theaters June 16, 2023.
Rating: B-
“This film tells the inspiring true story of Richard Montañez who as a Frito Lay janitor disrupted the food industry by channeling his Mexican heritage to turn Flamin’ Hot Cheetos from a snack into an iconic global pop culture phenomenon.”
I got a chance to sit down with the director, Eva Longoria, and the stars of the film, Jesse Garcia & Annie Gonzalez to discuss the movie, their hardships, and how much they could relate to Richard’s story.
“Flamin’ Hot” is available to stream on Hulu and Disney Plus on June 9.
“Never Have I Ever” is a coming-of-age comedy about the complicated life of a modern-day first-generation Indian American teenage girl. The series stars Maitreyi Ramakrishnan as Devi, an overachieving high school student who has a short fuse that gets her into difficult situations. “Never Have I Ever” is created by executive producers, Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher, with Fisher serving as the showrunner.
I got a chance to sit down with the stars of the show Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Jaren Lewison, Darren Barnet, Poorna Jagannathan, Richa Moorjani, Lee Rodriguez & Ramona Young to discuss the 4th and final season. Watch the full interview and the final season when it premieres on Netflix on June 8th!
Bringing the underwater story of “The Little Mermaid” to life was no easy feat. But Disney’s long anticipated live action version of the beloved film is finally here. Should you make the trip to theaters for this one? Watch my review below to find out!
“The Little Mermaid” opens in theaters on May 26, 2023.
Rating: B
The “Fast and Furious” franchise keeps cranking out one box office hit after another! But are the movies still good? They are on their 10th film and I share my thoughts on whether the latest sequel is a joy ride or a complete crash and burn.
“Fast X” opens in theaters May 19, 2023
Rating: D+
“Teen matchmaker Kitty Song Covey thinks she knows everything there is to know about love. But when she moves halfway across the world to reunite with her long-distance boyfriend, she’ll soon realize that relationships are a lot more complicated when it’s your own heart on the line.”
I spoke with the stars of the new Netflix series, “XO, Kitty”. We discussed where they would need to go to connect with one of their parents, the music that reminds them of their teen years, and what skill they feel they are best at.
Check out this fun chat and the show when it premieres on Netflix on May 18!
“From director Ursula Macfarlane (Untouchable) and producer Alexandra Lacey comes an unflinching and humanizing examination of the life, death and secrets of Vickie Lynn Hogan – better known as model and actress Anna Nicole Smith. From her first appearance in Playboy in 1992, Anna Nicole’s dizzying ascent was the very essence of the American dream, brought to a tragic halt with her untimely passing in 2007. With access to never-before-seen footage, home movies, and interviews with key figures who have not spoken out until now, ANNA NICOLE SMITH: YOU DON’T KNOW ME reveals new insights into the story of the quintessential blonde bombshell hardly anyone really knew.”
I got a chance to speak with director Ursula Macfarlane and producer Alexandra Lacey about the documentary, Anna’s most shocking details, and much more!
“Anna Nicole Smith You Don’t Know Me” is currently streaming on Netflix.
After so many Marvel misses, this one might be their first hit in a while. This week in Feature Flix, I share my thoughts on the highly anticipated third installment of “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”.
“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” opens in theaters May 5
Rating: A