Movie #3631 ........................."Rooster" Season 1 (Max)

 Movie #3631 "Rooster" Season 1 (Max)  Well, this took a couple of episodes to get into the type of humor (fast, mean at times, snarky, and lots of rough language that might turn some people off) but we enjoyed watching this show and hope it continues.  The cast is a lot of fun to watch (could do without some of the college kids, though) with Steve Carell in the lead role --- who can do comedy and tragedy and some times in  back to back scenes --- his daughter keeps up with him, too. And Ted Lasso fans will find her ex was a lead in that show.  I'd give it a 4 and look forward to more situations this father daughter get into on a college campus.

"ROOSTER"    2026    11 episodes, about 30 minutes each      on HBO/Max

A comedy revolving around an author's intricate bond with his daughter, set against the backdrop of a college campus.

Creators:  Bill Lawrence, Matt Tarses

Actors:  Steve Carell, Danielle Deadwyler, Phil Dunster

Movie #3630 .........................Good Karma Hospital (Season 3 -Acorn)

 Movie #3630 "Good Karma Hospital (Season 3 - Acorn)  We got a little tired of the love story that went up and down in this season, but the stories continue to be interesting and have emotional impact.  We give it a 4 this season and look forward to seeing Ruby outside of the hospital with her new father for a bit.

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Movie #3629 ........................."Michael" (theatre)

 Movie #3629 "Michael" (theatre)  We didn't go into the theatre to see a true biopic of Michael Jackson, and we recommend you do the same, and just enjoy the energy and power of dance.  And watch how wonderfully talented this nephew of Michael Jackson really is, and you will come out feeling good of having seen this. The film has been controversial, but don't let that overshadow the talent in putting this together.  Both Michels are unbelievably good, along with Colman Domingo as the abusive dad.  I am probably a bit partial on this film for two main reasons....1)  I love dance -- I love doing it, I love watching it --- everything about it.  and 2)  my nephew is in the credits for dressing the sets (look for Zachary Kramer in the first couple of minutes of the credits)  and I think he and his crew did a beautiful job.  We found the movie was great fun to watch on the big screen.  4.8.

"MICHAEL"     PG-13     2 hours and 7 minutes     2026

The early life of musician Michael Jackson, from the discovery of his talent as the lead of the Jackson 4 to the artist whose creative ambition fueled a pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world.

Director:  Antoine Fuqua

Writer:  John Logan

Actor:  jaffa Jackson, Nia Long, Colman Domingo, Miles Teller

Movie #3628 ........................."Good Karma Hospital" Season 2 (Acorn)

 Movie #3628 "Good Karma Hospital"  (Season 2 - Acorn)  We stuck with this show through Season 2 and found it as good, if not better than the first season.  I know everyone is watching "The Pit"  and I am sure it is terrific, but I just can't watch it -- everything is too intense and hurried , they show too much of the medical stuff, and I just don't have a good stomach to watch that show.  This one takes time with the cases, tries to cover three stories all in the one hour of the episode, and it has a lot of humor and I find getting attached emotionally to each of the stories, the patients (in India - actually filmed in Sri Lanka) and the doctors, esp. Ruby.  I give this a 5, and highly recommend it.

"Good Karma Hospital"       Acorn    2017-2023     6 episodes , each 1 hour

Doctor Ruby Walker arrives in India looking for a job and a distraction from her heartbreak.  She anticipates the sunshine and picture-perfect beaches, but not the realities of work at an under-resourced hospital

 Creator:  Dan Sefton

Actors:  Amanda Redman, Darshan Jariwala, Amrita Acharia

Movie #3627 ........................."All Her Fault" (Peacock)

 Movie #32627 "All Her Fault" (Peacock)   I liked the story, and although it dealt with the kidnapping a child (which has been done many times before) the intensity and drama were sustained throughout --- mostly because of the excellent acting of the two moms --- and the two young nannies.  There were a few too many twists to be believable by the end, but it was a gutsy way to present the story.  I applaud their effort to make this story different from all others on the subject.  I'd give it a 4 and recommend it.

"ALL HER FAULT"   2025      8 episodes, each about 1 hr    Peacock

When her son vanishes after a play date at the park, a mother is thrust into a desperate search to uncover the truth behind his disappearance.  

Creator:  Megan Gallagher

Actors:  Sarah Snook, Dakota Fanning, Michael Pena,  Jake Lacy

Movie #3626 ........................."Good Karma Hospital" (Season 1, Acorn)

 Movie #3626 "Good Karma Hospital" (Season 1, Acorn)  I don't usually watch medical shows because they make me nervous -- I am never comfortable in hospital settings,  but this show focuses more on the workers there --- it very rarely shows us bleeding or wounds or any operations -- and that's the way I like it --- they deal with problems but they aren't always physical.....we are in India, and so the patients are all of a different culture, and I am learning so much about that culture and their physical AND mental aches and pains.  The lead woman we enjoyed in "New Tricks" but she's not as friendly in this series --- but she still is knowledgeable.  The other lead woman is so much fun to watch --- a very good actress and she has such kind eyes, even when she exhibits anger -- she's the fish out of water, a pediatrician that is asked to do surgeries she has never done.  The other characters are fun to watch , too, since this is a character-driven rather than story-driven kind of show.  I'd give it a 4 out of 5, and starting to watch season 2 already.

"GOOD KARMA HOSPITAL"    2017-2023    45 minutes, 6 episodes    Acorn

Doctor Ruby Walker arrives in India looking for a job and a distraction from her heartbreaks.  She anticipates the sunshine and picture-perfect beaches, but not the realities of work at an under-resourced hospital .  

Creator:  Dan Sefton

Actors:  Amanda Redman, Darshan Jariwala, Amrita Acharia, James Krishna Floyd

Movie #3625 ........................."Shrinking" (Apple - Season 3)

Movie #3625 "Shrinking" (Season 3, Apple)  I just rewatched Season 1 and 2 this past weekend and noticed that it was worth rewatching because I missed so many jokes the first time around --- disclaimer:  the language is pretty raunchy, some situations are, too, but the writers have such a handle on the characters that it really is a joy to watch, and Season 3 was better than ever.  This time it centers around Alice going to college, and her dad prepping for it through the whole season.  Note:  Brett Goldstein (from Ted Lasso and a producer here) and Harrison Ford's partner aren't in this season much at all,   Ford did a lot of therapy within the family, but also  sought help from Michael J. Fox for his Parkinson's, which was a great add.  Gaby goes through a lot with following her dream and getting a steady boyfriend who is a nice add to the mix.  There's baby stuff galore with Brian and his partner getting "help" from Liz and her hubby.  And the young man with the food truck is "moving" on..... I'd give this season 4.5 - can't wait for this show to continue!!

"SHRINKING"     Season 3 - Apple        2025       11 episodes, each about 35 minutes

Jimmy is struggling to grieve the loss of his wife while being a dad, friend, and therapist.  He decides to try a new approach with everyone in his path:  unfiltered, brutal honesty.  Can he help himself by helping others?  Will it bring him back into the light

Creators:  Brett Goldstein, Bill Lawrence, Jason Siegel

Actors:  Jason Siegel, Jessica Williams, Harrison Ford, Michael Urie, Luke Tennie, Lukita Maxwell, Christa Miller, Wendie Malick