The Pequa Review brings you reviews of the best in binge-worthy shows!
Compiled and edited by Librarian James, with entries written by Massapequa Library Staff, The Pequa Review gives you our picks on the best in television and in streaming content.
Press Your Luck
On ABC/Family
Audience Recommendation:
Family Audience
Press Your Luck
The game show is hosted by Elizabeth Banks and features three contestants. The game begins with trivia questions and correct answers win chances to spin the big board. The high scorer at the end of the second Big Board round keeps his/her winnings and advances to the bonus game.In the bonus game, the champion faces the Big Board alone and can win up to $1 million in cash and prizes. The coolest thing about the game is that specific prizes are added to the big board on the contestants preferences such as a certain model car or trip. Lastly, players can’t land on a whammy or they lose all their winning and start from scratch. You can play for more money, but if you get 4 whammies you’re done. Enjoy the show!
My Lottery Dream Home
On HGTV
Audience Recommendation:
Family Audience
My Lottery Dream Home
The show follows host David Bromstad as he helps lottery winners find a luxurious property after striking it rich.
The Tiger King
(Limited Docuseries)
On Netflix
Audience Recommendation:
TV-MA
The Tiger King (Limited Docuseries)
The documentary that all of America is talking about. Over 34 million have watched this the first 10 days of its release. Tiger King explores the interconnected world of big cat conservationists and private collectors. The main subjects in the documentary are Joe Extoric (zoo owner), Carol Baskin (CEO of Big Cat Rescue) and their bitter feud. A mini-series starring Nicholas Cage as Joe Extoric is coming out next year.
Prop Culture
On Disney +
Audience Recommendation:
TV-G
Prop Culture
Host Dan Lanigan tracks down original props used in Disney films. He also has discussions with the cast and crew of the movies. The great thing about this show is it lets the fans go behind the scenes and see how their favorite Disney classic was made. Also I enjoyed seeing actor Rick Moranis making a rare appearance to be interviewed for the episode on Honey I Shrunk the Kids.
Community
On Netflix
Audience Recommendation:
TV-MA
Community
Just added to Netflix and already there has been buzz about a reboot or movie. The cast is filled with all stars such as Joel McHale, Alison Brie, Donald Glover, Ken Jeong and Chevy Chase. This comedy sitcom is set around a study group that attends community college. I have many favorite episodes from this show such as “Remedial Chaos Theory” where different timelines are played out during a dice game. In “Modern Warfare”, a friendly game of paintball turns the campus into an all out war zone to win a grand prize announced by the dean played by Jim Rash. Finally in “Conspiracy Theories and Interior Design” the Dean confronts Jeff (Joel McHale) about creating a fake class and an imaginary teacher in conspiracy theories to gain college credit. Everyone believes Jeff made it up until the unknown Professor Professorson enters their lives.
Sesame Street
On HBO/Channel 13
Audience Recommendation:
All Ages
Sesame Street
Entering their 50th season, puppets and humans are still teaching preschool subjects with comedy, cartoons and songs. A new episode “The Great Fruit Strike” Elmo and the gang sing songs to convince the fruit they are liked and shouldn’t leave Sesame Street. Alan sings a country ballet called “Come Back Tomato” that was amusing and written well. Later, there was a skit about a game show called “Name That Fruit with Christy Tegan and Cookie Monster.” It was quite entertaining.
Jumanji: The Next Level
On Demand
Audience Recommendation:
PG-13
Jumanji: The Next Level
In this new installment of the franchise, One of the original team members re-enters the game for another try! It’s going to take the rest of the team, and a few new members to win the second level of the game. Family friendly and very funny.
30 Rock
On Hulu/Prime Video
Audience Recommendation:
TV-14
30 Rock
I think we could all use a good laugh so I picked this weird-happy humor style comedy series. It is a seven-season sitcom that chronicles the ridiculous happenings behind the scenes of a Saturday Night Live-style comedy show. Tina Fey plays the head writer and Alec Baldwin fills the role of the uber-conservative network executive. The series moves forward with an air of positivity and often shows how people find support and friendship in the strangest places.
Judge Judy
On CBS channel 2/channel 10
Audience Recommendation:
TV-PG
Judge Judy
She judges each case by listening to the plaintiff’s and defense’s sides and deciding on who wins. She looks to see if one is telling the truth or lying by their character and how they present themselves. Sometimes she is very funny.
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
On Viki.com
Audience Recommendation:
Teen & Adults
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
Nearly 1,000 years ago, Kim Shin, a decorated military general, was betrayed by the jealous king he served. Instead of dying an honorable death, Kim Shin was turned into an immortal goblin. Now, the only person who can break his curse, and end his long life, is the prophesized “goblin bride,” who may just be hopeless 19-year-old Eun Tak. This Korean drama is at times achingly moving, and at times laugh-out-loud hilarious.
Onward
On Disney Plus
Audience Recommendation:
PG
Onward
A fun movie about two brothers who go on a quest to try to see their dad, who passed away. The boys live in a magical place, but all the magic faded and was forgotten when people found it easier to use technology for modern conveniences. The dad left them his magical wizard staff and on his 16th birthday his mom gave it Ian and Barley as a gift. And the journey began.s.
Kim’s Convenience
On Netflix
Audience Recommendation:
TV-14
Kim’s Convenience
This comedy sitcom is about a Korean Canadian family named the Kims who run a convenience store in Canada. The main characters are the parents Appa and Umma (Korean for Dad and Mom), along with their daughter Janet and estranged son Jung. The character Appa played by actor Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is hysterical and my favorite on the show. A must see.
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
On STARZ
Audience Recommendation:
Rated R
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
I really enjoyed this movie, the acting was great, obviously, it was nominated for 8 Academy Awards. Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio were both nominated, and Brad Pitt won for Supporting Actor. The fictional story around the tragic event that took place back then was very entertaining, and I believe that any Quentin Tarantino fan will LOVE the ending.