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The new movie Love’s Sweet Recipe will debut on UPtv at 7 PM on September 18.
After the passing of her father, Chef Courtney works to keep his restaurant from running into the ground. With the help of her childhood friend, Jake, and armed with a family heirloom her father left behind called the “Rule Book of Love,” Courtney also finds love in the place she least expects.
The film stars Megan Hutchings and Damon Runyan.
Here is a trailer for Love’s Sweet Recipe:
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On September 18, the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries movie The Secrets of Bella Vista will debut at 9 PM
Tess Delaney (Rachelle Lefevre) gets the surprising news by estate executor Damhnaic McAuley (Niall Matter) that she has inherited half of an apple orchard from the father she never knew and has a half-sister she didn’t know about. When she visits the orchard and connects with her new-found family, she learns that the orchard is dep in debt.
Using her knowledge as an antiques expert, Tess and her half-sister work to unravel the mystery of their grandmother’s “treasure” that could hold the key to saving the orchard. And, in the process, Tess ultimately finds a new understanding of herself.
Here is a trailer for The Secrets of Bella Vista:
Posted in Movies, Reminder, Television, Video on September 12, 2022| Leave a Comment »
On September 16, the Netflix movie I Used To Be Famous will debut online.
The movie follows Vince (Ed Skrein), a desperate former pop star who dreams of making a comeback. An impromptu jam session with autistic young drummer Stevie (Leo Long) sparks an unexpected friendship between the two misunderstood musicians.
The cast includes Eoin Macken (The Night Shift).
Here is a trailer for I Used To Be Famous:
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The Netflix movie A Jazzman’s Blues will debut online on September 16.
The movie follows an investigation into an unsolved murder unveiling a story full of forbidden love, deceit and a secret.
The movie is directed and written by Tyler Perry.
The film stars Joshua Boone, Amirah Vann and Ryan Eggold.
Here is a trailer for A Jazzman’s Blues:
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On September 16, the small screen adaptation Heathers: The Musical will debut online on The Roku Channel.
Based on the 1989 cult classic film that starred Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, the musical adaptation follows Westerberg High student Veronica Sawyer (Ailsa Davidson), the beautiful yet cruel Heathers, and mysterious rebel Jason “J.D.” Dean (Simon Gordon).
Here is a trailer for Heathers: The Musical:
Posted in New Shows, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on September 11, 2022| Leave a Comment »
The Sundance Now drama The Light in the Hall will debut online on September 15.
This psychological thriller is about the disappearance of a 15-year-old girl, Ela Roberts, in 2002. Joe Pritchard (Iwan Rheon from Game of Thrones) was arrested after her DNA was found in his caravan and he confessed to her murder, though he has not disclosed where her body is.
When the news breaks that Joe is about to be released from prison after 18 years – much to the horror of Ela’s mother (Joanna Scanlan), journalist Cat Donato (Alexandra Roach) decides to return to Llanemlyn to discover the truth about Ela’s final days for once and for all. But will Cat be warmly welcomed back in the town where she grew up? Sharon is also desperate for answers, and she’ll go to any lengths to get them.
Here is a trailer for The Light in the Hall:
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On September 15, the 10-episode small screen adaptation of Vampire Academy will debut online on Peacock today
From The Vampire Diaries executive producer Julie Plec and The Vampire Diaries actress Marguerie MacIntyre comes a story of friendship, romance and danger. In a world of privilege and glamour, two young women’s friendship transcends their strikingly different classes as they prepare to complete their education and enter vampire society. One as a powerful Royal, the other a half-vampire Guardian trained to protect against the savage ‘Strigoi’ who threaten to tear their society apart. That is, if Royal infighting doesn’t do the job first.
A bevy of new faces will star in the lead roles along with Angel alum J. August Richards.
Here is a trailer for Vampire Academy:
Posted in New Shows, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on September 7, 2022| Leave a Comment »
On September 11, the new Showtime drama American Gigolo will debut at 9 PM.
The series will follow Julian Kaye (Jon Bernthal) after his wrongful conviction release from 15 years in prison as he navigates his complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his troubled mother and the people who betrayed him. While Julian struggles to reconcile the escort he was in the past and the man he is today, Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) seeks the truth about the murder that sent Julian to prison all those years ago, unearthing a much larger conspiracy along the way.
The series will also feature Wayne Brady, Sandrine Holt and Leland Orser.
Here is a trailer for American Gigolo:
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On September 11, the FOX drama Monarch will (finally) debut at 8 PM.
The (delayed till fall) drama is a Texas-sized, multi-generational musical drama about America’s first family of country music. The Romans are headed by the insanely talented, but tough as nails Queen of Country Music Dottie Cantrell Roman (Susan Sarandon) and her beloved husband, “Texas Truthteller” Albie Roman (Trace Adkins). They have created a country music dynasty, but even though the Roman name is synonymous with authenticity, the very foundation of their success is a lie. And when their reign as country royalty is put in jeopardy, heir to the crown Nicolette “Nicky” Roman (Anna Friel) will stop at nothing to protect her family’s legacy, while ensuring her own quest for stardom.
The cast includes Beth Ditto, D. W. Moffett, Damon Dayoub, Josh Sasse and Reshma Shetty.
Sarandon’s own daughter Eva Amurri will play the younger version of her character.
Here is a trailer for Monarch:
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The Hallmark Movies & Mysteries movie To Her, With Love will debut on September 11 at 9 PM.
Kayla (Skye P. Marshall) heads back to her hometown of Stansville, North Carolina, after her substitute teaching job at an elite, private high school comes to an early end. On her first day back, her loving yet inquisitive mother (Maria Howell) sets up a job interview at her high school alma mater. Kayla, who ultimately wants to get into a competitive teaching program in London, is hesitant to apply. However, when it turns out that her high school best friend Tanya (Brittany L. Smith) is a teacher there, and she is offered the job on the spot, she quickly accepts.
When Kayla initially struggles to connect with her students, Jordan (Tobias Truvillion), a jack-of-all-trades teacher who is devoted to supporting underserved students, steps in to help. Though reluctant to accept his input at first, she is soon inspired to try a fresh approach to help each of her students tap into their unique artistic passions and her students begin flourishing. When Kayla learns the school may be cutting the arts department due to budget cuts, she and Jordan work together to set up a fundraising showcase, with a little help from her longtime friend Shanice Wilson-Knox. Soon, sparks are flying between Kayla and Jordan as they discover a shared love of teaching, service and Sidney Poitier movies. However, when Kayla receives some teaching opportunities that would take her away from Stansville – and Jordan – she finds that her heart may still have a few things to teach her about what will make her happy.
Here is a trailer for To Her, With Love:
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