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The Wright PerspectiveHe Got Game (1998) Recap and Review (S4:E13)On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review the 1988 comedy, He Got Game. This film, written, produced and directed by Spike Lee, stars Denzel Washington and Ray Allen.
#hegotgame #spikelee #denzelwashington #rayallen
2024-06-071h 16The Wright PerspectiveHarlem Nights (1989) Recap and Review (S4: E12)On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review the 1989 comedy Harlem Nights. This film, written, starring and directed by Eddie Murphy. Also stars Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx, Danny Aiello, Michael Lerner, Della Reese, and Charlie Murphy.
#harlemnights #richardpryor #eddiemurphy
2024-04-271h 11The Wright PerspectiveJason's Lyric (1994) Recap and Review (S4:E11)Did Jason have any friends other than his mom and the bus driver? Can a body double win an Oscar? And can someone please give Bokeem Woodbine his flowers?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review Jason’s Lyric (1994) written by Bobby Smith Jr., directed by Doug McHenry, and starring Allen Payne, Jada Pinkett, Bokeem Woodbine, Treach, Eddie Griffin, Lahmard Tate, Lisa Nicole Carson, and Forest Whitaker.
After Genia shares the harrowing tale of her first time seeing the Jason’s Lyric (01...
2024-04-121h 00The Wright PerspectiveIn the Heat of the Night (1967) Recap and Review (S4:E10)On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, in honor of Sidney Portier’s birthday, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review In the Heat of the Night (1967) written by Stirling Siliphant, directed by Alan Parker, and starring Sidney Portier, and Rod Steiger.
#intheheatofthenight #sidneyportier #rodsteiger
2024-02-251h 49The Wright PerspectiveFame (1980) Recap and Review (S4:E9)Are we the only people that confuse the Fame movie with the TV show? Were there stimulants in the that “Hot Lunch”? And why was Debbie Allen’s character edited to look like a creeper?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review Fame (1980) written by Christopher Gore and directed by Alan Parker. The cast includes Eddie Barth, Irene Cara, Lee Curreri, Laura Dean, Antonia Franceschi, Boyd Gaines, Albert Hague, Tresa Hughes, Steve Inwood, Paul McCrane, Anne Meara, Joanna Merlin, Barry Miller, Jim Moody, Gene Anthony Ray, and Maureen...
2024-02-171h 31The Wright PerspectiveLove Jones (1997) Recap and Review (S4:E8)Was Nina toxic or just immature? Were people actually deeper in the 90”s or were they just good at finger claps (aka snapping)? And if you have a picture of Aubrey in a kufi hat, please post it immediately.
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review Love Jones (1997), a romantic dramedy written and directed by Theodore Witchert. The film stars Larenz Tate, Nia Long, Isaiah Washington, Bill Bellamy, and Lisa Nicole Carson.
The siblings kick of the episode by discussing their pers...
2024-02-032h 15The Wright PerspectiveThe Color Purple (2023) Recap and Review (S4:E7) SPOILERSOn this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review The Color Purple (2023) directed by Blitz Bazawule, written by Marcus Gardley and starring Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, H.E.R., Halle Bailey, Louis Gossett Jr., Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Ciara, Jon Batiste, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
After discussing their individual relationships with the 1985 movie adaptation of The Color Purple (04:51), the siblings pick a voting symbol (15:12), do a recap (21:12), and spend some time Reviewing the screenplays against the intention behind Alice Walker's 1982 book, The Col...
2024-01-131h 55The Wright PerspectiveFirestarter (1984) Recap and Review (S4:E6 )What do Firestarter and Frozen, ironically, have in common? Will Drew Barrymore do our sequel if we ask really nicely? And is George C. Scott in the running for best movie psychopath?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review Firestarter (1984), a thriller/horror/sci-fi film that stars David Keith, Drew Barrymore, Martin Sheen and George C. Scott.
After reveling in the prolific career of Stephen King (02:47), Aubrey shares his vision for a Firestarter sequel (06:37) and the siblings discuss the existing remake and sequel (09:59). They pick...
2023-12-091h 27The Wright PerspectiveBoomerang (1992) Recap and Review (S4: E5)Would a leopard like Marcus ever really change his spots? Or did Angela set herself up for the “okie doke” again? Can Grace Jones please get a retroactive Academy Award for her performance? And where can we buy a tape or CD of this soundtrack?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review Boomerang, a 1992 romantic comedy that was directed and produced by the Hudlin Brothers and stars Eddie Murphy, Robin Givens, Halle Berry, David Alan Grier, Martin Lawrence, Grace Jones, Eartha Kitt and Chris Rock.
2023-11-261h 25The Wright PerspectiveSchool Daze (1988) Recap and Review (S4: E4)On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review School Daze, a 1988 musical comedy that was written, directed and produced by Spike Lee, stars Larry Fishburne, Giancarlo Esposito, Tisha Campbell, Kyme, Joe Seneca, Art Evans, Ellen Holly, and Ossie Davis.
#schooldaze #spikelee #launcefishburne
2023-11-121h 46The Wright PerspectiveRocky Horror Picture Show (1975) Recap and Review (S4: E3)Is it fair to review and rate a movie that is popular BECAUSE it is bad? Hope so ‘cause we did it! On this special Halloween episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright get into the spirit of the season with a review and recap of Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick.
Genia’s daughter makes her first WPP appearance (02:15) as the siblings discuss their costumes (02:33), pick a voting symbol (13:29) and do a recap (16:32). Aubrey, Genia and Brittany then compare their experiences seeing the live s...
2023-10-281h 15The Wright PerspectiveMary Poppins (1964) Recap and Review (S4: E2)What do Biggie Smalls, Julie Andrews, and Dick Van Dyke have in common? Did Mary Poppins have powers or was it the childrens’ imagination? And, did she and Bert have a little sumthin’ sumthin’ going on?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright celebrate Julie Andrews’ birthday with a recap and discussion of Mary Poppins (1964) starring Julie Andrews and featuring Dick Van Dyke, David Tomlinson, and Glynis Johns in supporting roles.
After giving Julie Andrews her flowers (01:35), picking a voting symbol (04:13) and doing a recap (08:06...
2023-10-141h 26The Wright PerspectiveRay (2004) Recap and Review (S4: E1)Welcome to Season 4 of The Wright Perspective Podcast! Siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright honor the late Ray Charles with a recap and discussion of Ray (2004) starring Jamie Foxx along with Kerry Washington, Clifton Powell, Harry Lennix, Terrence Howard, Larenz Tate, Richard Schiff and Regina King in supporting roles.
After picking a voting symbol (01:17) and doing a recap (09:26), the siblings continue their discussion from the finale of season 3 about the extent to which biopics have a burden to be accurate (13:14), using the documentary Ray Charles, Genius of Soul, as a reference point. Aubrey, Genia and B...
2023-09-301h 10The Wright PerspectiveWhat’s Love Got To Do With It (1993) Recap and ReviewOn the Season 3 finale of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright honor the late Tina Turner with a recap and discussion of What’s Love Got to Do With It (1993) starring Angela Bassett and Laurence Fishburne.
The siblings kick off the episode by celebrating the wrap of their third season and selecting a voting symbol worthy of the great Tina Turner (10:20). Aubrey, Genia and Brittany go on to do a recap (16:37), analyze the lyrics of the title song (20:04), then discuss the extent to which biopics have a burden to be accurate (25:53). The e...
2023-07-031h 30The Wright PerspectiveThe Little Mermaid (2023) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany recap and review The Little Mermaid (2023) with Halle Bailey starring in the title role. Other members of the cast include Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, Javier Bardem and Melissa McCarthy.
Aubrey, Genia and Brittany share some childhood reflections on the 1989 version of The Little Mermaid before selecting a voting symbol (07:05), doing a recap (20:04), and comparing the prior and new versions of the film (31:40). The discussion continues with a review of the new songs and singing performances (59:40), casting approach (01:03:30...
2023-06-181h 39The Wright PerspectiveLady and Tramp (1955) Recap and Review (S3: E21)On Season 3, Episode 21 of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and discuss Lady and the Trap (1955) produced by Walt Disney and featuring the voices of Barbara Luddy, Larry Roberts, Bill Thompson, Bill Baucom, Verna Felton, and Peggy Lee.
After selecting a voting symbol (04:57) and doing a recap (11:53), the siblings discuss some of the surprisingly dark themes (18:28) and racially insensitive (24:41) content in the film. Aubrey, Genia and Brittany then dig into the nuances of human-pet relationships (32:11) while discussing the casting, music and overall story (47:05) before voting to determine whether this moving is...
2023-06-111h 35The Wright PerspectivePoetic Justice (1993) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and discuss Poetic Justice (1993) written and directed by John Singleton and starring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur.
The siblings start with introductions (02:23) and then kick off the episode with a discussion of the works of John Singleton and his motivation behind the film (02:31). After picking a voting symbol (05:47) and doing a quick recap of the movie (08:22), the siblings discuss the hairstyles including Janet Jackson’s iconic box braids (12:05) and then launch into an in-depth discussion of the story (16:36), the female chara...
2023-05-1457 minThe Wright PerspectiveFunny Girl (1968) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and discuss Funny Girl (1968), starring Barbra Streisand and Omar Sharif.
After introductions (02:05)The siblings start the discussion by comparing the love stories in Funny Girl and Carmen Jones (S3:17). Aubrey, Genia and Brittany then pick a voting symbol (04:40), recap the movie (10:58), and jump right into an analysis of the storyline including a debate about whether the ending was predictable (16.13). The episode wraps with discussion of the acting performances (48:06), singing and music (53:33), an examination of the life of the real Fanny B...
2023-05-091h 22The Wright PerspectiveDead Presidents (1995) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany recap and review Dead Presidents, a 1995 crime film, co-written, produced and directed by the Hughes Brothers, and starring Larenz Tate, Keith David, Chris Tucker, N'Bushe Wright, Freddy Rodriguez, and Bokeem Woodbine.
After dissecting some of the 1995 film reviews (04:05), the siblings pick a voting symbol (15:47), and then dig into important historical context for the film, especially the impact of the Vietnam war on Black Americans (23:30). Next they recap the movie (28:01), discuss the story (34:05), and spend focused time unpacking the Anthony character and the masterful performance...
2023-04-191h 39The Wright PerspectiveCarmen Jones (1954) Recap and ReviewHow do societal double standards impact statistical reporting about sex and sexuality? Should love ever be unconditional? And should every woman have a stash of high-waisted, full-sized, leopard print briefs?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Carmen Jones, a 1954 musical featuring Harry Belafonte, Dorothy Dandridge, and Pearl Bailey.
After brainstorming for alternative titles for this film (03:46), the siblings pick a voting symbol (05:57), recap the movie (12:04), discuss societal double standards about sex and sexuality (17:50), and debate whether Carmen Jones wa...
2023-04-081h 37The Wright PerspectiveBAPS (1997) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany recap and review BAPS, a 1997 comedy film directed by Robert Townsend and starring Halle Berry, Natalie Desselle, and Martin Landau.
After reminiscing about some of Brittany and Genia’s favorite quotes from the movie, the siblings pick a voting symbol (03:54), recap the movie (11:30), and then spend time discussing the title of the movie (20:18), and the casting, acting and characters (33:39), including the several that have passed away since the movie was released (43:02). They go on to discuss the story arcs (57:07), sets and music (01:04:26), and...
2023-03-261h 22The Wright PerspectiveCreed Franchise Recap and Review (Spoilers)Is the Creed trilogy a spinoff of the Rocky franchise, or a continuation? If it is a spinoff, should it be judged against the winning formula of the Rocky films? On this episode siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany discuss these questions and more as they recap and review Creed (2015), Creed II (2018), and Creed III(2023).
All 3 movies star Michael B. Jordan as Adonis “Donnie” Creed, the son of the Apollo Creed Character from the Rocky Franchise. The first two films include the legendary Sylvester Stallone in the cast, and all three include Tessa Thompson and Phylicia Rashad.
#cree...
2023-03-122h 00The Wright PerspectiveRocky Franchise (1976-2006) Recap and ReviewMore than 30 years after the release of the first film, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany recap and review the entire Rocky film franchise on this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast. All six films, Rocky (1976), Rocky II(1979), Rocky III (1982), Rocky IV (1985), Rocky V (1990), and Rocky Balboa (2006) were written by and star Sylvester Stallone.
Following an explanation of their matching outfits for the video audience, the siblings pick a voting symbol (05:40), recap all 6 movies (15:26), and then spend time discussing Rocky’s relationship with other core characters including Adrian (35:00), Paulie (47:35) and Mickey (01:13:00). After that that, Aubrey, Genia, and B...
2023-02-262h 03The Wright PerspectiveHouse Party (1990) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany recap and review House Party (1990), written and directed by Reginald Hudlin and starring Christopher "Kid" Reid and Christopher "Play" Martin, also known as Kid n Play.
After discussing the social impact of House Party, including Kid’s iconic haircut and the Kid ‘n Play kick step, the Wrights pick a voting symbol (06:04) and then do a high-level recap (15:14). The siblings then go on to discuss some of their favorite and least favorite parts of the film (27.49), stopping to celebrate the realistic portrayal of Bl...
2023-02-111h 51The Wright PerspectiveFiddler on the Roof (1971) Recap and ReviewIs love really reason enough to break age-old traditions? On this episode of The Wright Perspective Podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany discuss this question and more as they review one of their mother’s favorite musicals, Fiddler on the Roof (1971), directed by Norman Jewison, written by Joseph Stein, and starring Topol.
After sifting through their childhood memories of watching this film, the Wrights pick a voting symbol (03:33), do a recap (12:31), and then reflect on the songs and vocal performances (16:42), the overall comedic value (22:09), and one of their favorite characters, Yente (29:13). A discussion of the son...
2023-01-291h 25The Wright PerspectiveThe Wood (1999) Recap and ReviewWould The Wood (1999) resonate with audiences if it was released today? On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany discuss this question and more as they review this comedy drama film written by Rick Famuyiwa and Todd Boyd, directed by Rick Famuyiwa and starring Omar Epps, Richard T. Jones and Taye Diggs.
After debating whether this film is appropriate for a guys night out (02:20), the Wrights pick a voting symbol (06:47), do a recap (14:40) and then Brittany shares some wisdom for the ages (26:40). While discussing the storytelling and direction, the siblings po...
2023-01-151h 42The Wright PerspectiveE.T. the Extra Terrestrial (1982) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany review E.T the Extra Terrestrial (1982), a science fiction film produced and directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Melissa Mathison. The film stars Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas, Peter Coyote, Robert MacNaughton and Drew Barrymore.
After Genia shares about the trials and tribulations experienced by middle children (02:54), the siblings select a Voting Symbol and share some trivia about the film’s use of Reese’s Pieces (03:27), do a recap (13:08), and discuss plot, characters, acting and direction (17:40) including an inside joke between Steven Spielberg and G...
2023-01-011h 05The Wright PerspectiveElf (2003) Recap and ReviewOn this special holiday episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany examine Elf (2003), starring Will Ferrell.
After celebrating Will Ferrell’s Awesomeness (01:34), including his recent work with Ryan Reynolds (06:49), they pick a voting symbol (12:30), do a recap (19:20) and help Aubrey unpack his Elf-related emotional baggage (23:42). Then the Wrights discuss the characters and acting performances with special shout-outs to Bob Newhart and Faison Love (34:00), review plot and direction (47:50), debate whether santa is an elf or an immortal human (52:42), and the vote on whether this movie is a classic from The Wright Perspective (54:18).
2022-12-251h 05The Wright PerspectiveThe King and I (1956) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany examine The King and I (1956), starring Deborah Kerr and Yul Brynner.
After discussing the “white savior” story trope (01:16), they pick a voting symbol (03:55), do a recap (07:24), discuss Plot and Direction (10:09), the acting, dance and singing performances (23:47), and, finally, they vote to determine whether this movie is a classic from The Wright Perspective (41:17).
#thekingandi #deborahkerr #yulbrynner
2022-12-1748 minThe Wright PerspectiveHigher Learning (1995) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap Higher Learning (1995).
After debating the criteria for a “hood movie” (00:58), they pick a voting symbol (11:09), do a recap (11:27), discuss Plot and Direction (17:19), Characters and Acting (53:45), Cinematography, Sound and Music (01:23:24), and, finally, they vote to determine whether this movie is a classic from The Wright Perspective (01:25:54).
#higherlearning #johnsingleton #omarepps #laurencefishburne
2022-12-041h 30The Wright PerspectiveBlack Panther (2018) and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) Recap and ReviewOn this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review both movies from the Black Panther Franchise.
After a super-sized recap (12:30), they discuss the passing and legacy of Chadwick Boseman (33:50), Plot and Direction (45:00), the fundamental Wakanda Dilemma: unification or revolution (01:14:57) Characters and Acting (01:34:00), Cinematography, Sound and Music (01:45:50), and, finally, they vote to determine whether these movies are classics from The Wright Perspective (01:56:36).
#blackpanther #wakandaforever #chadwickboseman
2022-11-212h 02The Wright PerspectiveBig Business (1988) Recap and ReviewIn the battle of nature versus nurture, which is strongest? If you met your long-lost twin sister that you didn’t know existed, would you hang out with her, or go on a date with her ex husband? And are Michael Gross and Jaymes Taylor cousins?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Big Business (1988) starring Bette Midler and Lily Tomlin.
#bigbusiness #bettemidler #lilytomlin
2022-11-051h 12The Wright PerspectiveHocus Pocus (1993) & Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) Recap and ReviewHow do the Hocus Pocus movies relate to the Marvel Universe? If a movie is intentionally kitschy, should the viewers forgive flubs like an inconsistent use of old timey english? And why were Aubrey, Genia and Brittany’s parents so afraid of ouija boards?
On this special Halloween episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Hocus Pocus (1993) and Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy.
#halloween #hocuspocus #hocuspocus2 #bettemidler #sarahjessicaparker #kathynajim
2022-10-311h 20The Wright PerspectiveThe Music Man (1962) Recap and ReviewWhat matters most for the lead in a musical, singing or acting ability? Is “magic” a viable excuse for plot holes? And who came up with the word Shipoopi?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Music Man (1962), starring Robert Preston, Shirley Jones, Buddy Hackett, Hermione Gingold, Ron Howard, and Paul Ford.
#themusicman #robertpreston #shirleyjones #buddyhackett #ronhoward
2022-10-231h 26The Wright PerspectiveBarbershop (2002) Recap and ReviewDid the pandemic forever ruin Barbershop culture? Is Babershop the “Hallmark Movie '' of hood films? And, if no line from the movie has become a Black catchphrase, can the movie be considered a classic?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Barbershop (2002) directed byTim Story, written by Mark Brown, Don D. Scott and Marshall Todd, and starring Ice Cube, Anthony Anderson, Sean Patrick Thomas, Eve, Troy Garity, Michael Ealy, Leonard Earl Howze, Keith David and Cedric the Entertainer.
2022-10-081h 18The Wright PerspectiveThe Woman King (2022) Recap and ReviewWhat are the attributes of a good king? Is it problematic for movies to fictionalize true events? And why weren’t Brittany and Genia cast in this film?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Woman King (2022) directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and starring Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, and John Boyega.
#thewomanking #violadavis #agogie
2022-09-241h 02The Wright PerspectiveDon’t Be a Menace (1996) Recap and ReviewHas the Wayans family created their own subgenre? Can a movie be considered “funny” if you never actually laugh out loud? And who came up with the double-dutch scene?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996) starring Shawn Wayans and Marlon Wayans.
#dontbeamenace #shawnwayans #marlonwayans
2022-06-251h 22The Wright PerspectiveTop Gun (1986) and Top Gun: Maverick (2022) Recap and ReviewWhat are the attributes of a good sequel? Do action movies need a love story? And how did we forget to come up with “call names” for ourselves in this discussion?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Top Gun (1986) starring Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards, Tom Skerritt; and Top Gun: Maverick (2022) starring Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, Ed Harris, Val Kilmer.
#topgun #topgunmaverick #tomcruise #valkilmer
2022-06-121h 30The Wright PerspectiveAnnie (1982) Recap and ReviewDoes Annie “hold up” when scrutinized under a current day lens? What magical material is Punjab’s turban made of? And does Carol Burnett know how much we love her?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Annie (1982) starring Carol Burnett, Albert Finney, Bernadette Peters, Ann Reinking, Tim Curry, Geoffrey Holder, and Aileen Quinn
#annie #aileenquinn #carolburnett #albertfinney #geoffreyholder #bernadettepeters #timcurry #annreinking
2022-05-281h 11The Wright PerspectiveSouth Central (1992) Recap and ReviewHow can we protect the innocence of black children? Who helped Ali get those dashiki’s past security? And can someone please give Carole her own movie?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review South Central (1992) starring Glenn Plummer, Byron Minns, and Christian Coleman.
#southcentral #glennplummer #byronminns #christiancoleman
2022-05-151h 27The Wright PerspectiveBrigadoon (1954) Recap and ReviewIs the story of Brigadoon a powerful allegory of religion and the dangers of groupthink? Or is it just wack?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Brigadoon (1954) starring Gene Kelly, Van Johnson, and Cyd Charisse.
#brigadoon #genekelly #cydcharisse
2022-04-301h 03The Wright PerspectiveBad Boys Movie Franchise (1995 - 2020) Recap and ReviewWhat is the difference between a “comfort woman” and an escort? Is Bad Boys for Life available on VHS? And does anybody know the lyrics to the song Bad Boys?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Bad Boys (1995), Bad Boys II (2003), and Bad Boys for life (2020) starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence.
#badboys #willsmith #martinlawrence
2022-04-171h 29The Wright PerspectiveCool Runnings (1993) Recap and ReviewCan you learn to bobsled on a dirt hill? How does this movie differ from the true story of the first Jamaican bobsled team? And why does Brittany have so many VHS tapes?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Cool Runnings (1993), starring John Candy, Leon, Doug E. Doug and Leon.
#coolrunnings #johncandy #malikyoba #dougedoug #leon
2022-04-031h 25The Wright PerspectiveEnter the Dragon (1973) Recap and ReviewWhat do Enter the Dragon and the movie Signs have in common? Why did Williams have empty suitcases? And will someone please fund our prequel idea?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Enter the Dragon (1973), starring Bruce Lee, John Saxon and Jim Kelly.
#enterthedragon #brucelee #johnsaxon #jimkelly
2022-03-191h 19The Wright PerspectiveThe Last Dragon (1985) Recap and ReviewIs Sho’nuff one of the greatest bad guys of all time?Are sequins-covered tights sexy? And can we please get a slice of Daddy Greene’s Pizza?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Last Dragon (1985), produced by Rupert Hitzig and Berry Gordy, directed by Michael Schultz, and starring Taimak, Vanity, Julius Carry, Christopher Murney, and Faith Prince.
#thelastdragon #taimak #vanity #berrygordy
2022-03-051h 19The Wright PerspectiveJuice (1992) Recap and ReviewWhy was that nurse dating Quincy? Was Bishop a psychopath or a sociopath? And how many bullets were in that gun?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Juice (1992) directed by Ernest R. Dickerson, written by Dickerson and Gerard Brown, and starring Omar Epps, Tupac Shakur, Jermaine Hopkins and Khalil Kain.
#juice #omarepps #tupacshakur #jermainehopkins #Khalil Kain
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2022-02-202h 01The Wright PerspectiveThe Sound of Music (1965) Recap and ReviewWhat is the age limit on being scared of thunder? Why are movie stepmoms so obsessed with boarding school? And how many times can you reprise a song in one movie?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Sound of Music (1965) produced and directed by Robert Wise, and starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, with Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Charmian Carr, and Eleanor Parker.
#soundofmusic #julieandrews #christopherplummer
2022-02-061h 45The Wright PerspectiveThe Matrix Movie Franchise (1999 - 2021) Recap and ReviewWas Neo a “superhero” in the real world? What are the machines actually doing beyond sustaining The Matrix? And why did the Wachowski Sisters change the writing model and core cast for the fourth film?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Matrix Movie franchise including The Matrix (1999), The Matrix Reloaded (2003) The Matrix Revolutions (2003), The Matrix Resurrections (2021).
#thematrix #keanureeves #carrieannemoss #laurencefishburne
2022-01-232h 03The Wright PerspectiveWest Side Story (2021) Recap and ReviewIs the 2021 version of West Side Story more historically and culturally accurate? Should the filmmakers have released the film via streaming services instead of in theaters? And is Ariana DeBose available to be our first podcast guest (and best friend)?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review West Side Story (2021) which stars Ansel Elgort and Rachel Zegler with Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, and Rita Moreno in supporting roles. Moreno, who starred in the 1961 film adaptation, also se...
2022-01-081h 07The Wright PerspectiveWhite Christmas (1954) Recap and ReviewIs White Christmas a musical or a group of variety show performances connected by a loose storyline? Why was Danny Kaye cast opposite Bing Crosby instead of Fred Astaire? And what would happen to a sister that comes between her sister and her mister?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review White Christmas (1954) directed by Michael Curtiz, featuring the songs of Irving Berlin and starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen.
#whitechristmas #bi...
2021-12-251h 13The Wright PerspectiveThe Breakfast Club (1985) Recap and ReviewIf The Breakfast Club took place at a predominantly Black high school, how much would the story have to change to remain plausible? Did Claire and Bender hook up in the supply closet? And how in the world did this movie get an “R” rating?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Breakfast Club (1985) directed by John Hughes and stars Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy and Paul Gleeson.
#theb...
2021-12-121h 29The Wright PerspectiveThe Harder They Fall (2021) Recap and ReviewWhy is the existence of Black cowboys so blatantly ignored by history books? To what extent do complexion, nationality and body type come into play when casting black actors? And who told Brittany she was entitled to add Sounds of Blackness to the movie soundtrack?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Harder They Fall (2021) starring Jonathan Majors, Idris Elba, Regina King, Zazie Beetz, LaKeith Stanfield and Delroy Lindo.
#thehardertheyfall #jeymessamuel #jonathanmajors #idriselba
2021-11-271h 31The Wright PerspectiveThe Princess Bride (1987) Recap and ReviewDid Cary Elwes and Mandy Patinkin execute the best sword-fighting scene of all time? Could Arnold Schwarzenegger possibly have played Fezzik as well as Andre the Giant? And did the high school students that built the set get internship credits for their work?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The Princess Bride (1987) starring Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Wallace Shawn, André the Giant, and Christopher Guest.
#princessbride #caryelwes #robinwright #1987
2021-11-131h 12The Wright PerspectiveSister Act (1992) and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993) Recap and ReviewDoes Lauryn Hill know how much we love her? Will Rita end up singing “shoulda coulda woulda’s” like her late father? And what is the difference between a graffiti wall and a mural?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Sister Act (1992) and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993), starring Whoopi Goldberg.
#sisteract #sisteract2 #whoopigoldberg
2021-10-311h 48The Wright PerspectiveGrease (1978) Recap and ReviewWas Sandy giving in to peer pressure or asserting her independence? Did AARP co-produce this “high school” movie? And were the creators of Grease trying to win the Super Campy Movie award?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Grease (1978) starring Olivia Newton John and John Travolta.
#grease #johntravolta #olivianewtonjohn #1978
2021-10-161h 28The Wright PerspectiveFriday (1995) Recap and ReviewWhat does it mean to “act like a man” and is the entire concept outdated and toxic? Are Debbie and Dana high school students? And did Craig actually take those cardboard boxes?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Friday (1995) starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker, written by Ice Cube and DJ Pooh, directed by F. Gary Gray, and featuring a ton of other very recognizable black actors and comedians including Bernie Mac, John Witherspoon and Nia Long, Regina...
2021-10-031h 34The Wright PerspectiveCooley High (1975) Recap and ReviewWhen did athletic scholarships become a death sentence in hood films? At what age is an actor too old to play a high school student? And when a movie has an important historical impact, but doesn’t necessarily stand the test of time, can it still be considered a classic?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Cooley High (1975) Cooley High, starring Glynn Turman and Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, written by Eric Monte, and directed by Michael Schultz.
2021-09-191h 00The Wright PerspectiveLethal Weapon Franchise Recap and ReviewIs Lethal Weapon the best “buddy cop” franchise ever made? With Richard Donner passing, should anyone attempt a Lethal Weapon 5? And, if they do, should they call it A More Lethal Weapon, The Most Lethal Weapon, The Lethalist Weapon, Lethal Weapon 5: Back in Business, or Still Super Duper Lethal?
In the first episode of Season Two of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Lethal Weapon (1987), Lethal Weapon 2 (1989), Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) and Lethal Weapon 4 (1998) directed by Richard Donner, and starring Mel Gibson and Danny...
2021-09-041h 22The Wright PerspectiveDouble Indemnity (1944) Recap and ReviewIs it possible to plan the perfect murder? What’s the insurance premium on a wide-eyed dame? And Is “Film Noir” French for “run on sentence?”
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Double Indemnity (1944) directed by Billy Wilder, co-written by Wilder and Raymond Chandler, produced by Buddy DeSylva and Joseph Sistrom and starring Fred MacMurray, Barbara Stanwyck, and Edward G. Robinson.
#doubleindemnity #filmnoire #billywilder
2021-06-141h 28The Wright PerspectiveMenace II Society (1993) Recap and ReviewIn honor of the 28th Anniversary of Menace II Society, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review this 1993 American drama directed by Allen and Albert Hughes starring Tyrin Turner, Jada Pinkett, Larenz Tate and Samuel L. Jackson.
#menace2society #jadapinkett #larenztate #tyrinturner
2021-05-311h 47The Wright PerspectiveSingin' In the Rain (1952) Recap and ReviewWere the makers of Singin In the Rain making a political statement about Hollywood’s “golden age” by casting Rita Moreno and including the racist “tribal” scene? Was Cyd Charisse actually an angel masquerading as a human? And was Michael Jackson inspired by Gene Kelly’s top notch dance moves?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Singin’ In the Rain (1952) a musical romantic comedy starring Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor, and Debbie Reynolds and featuring Jean Hagen, Millard Mitchell and Cyd Charisse.
2021-05-151h 07The Wright PerspectiveStretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives (2015) Recap and ReviewIs it possible to quantify the impact of 1990’s radio show, The Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show? Why do Hip Hop artists often have multiple monikers? And whatever happened to Aubrey’s Hip Hop alias from high school?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they discuss the 2015 documentary "Stretch and Bobbito; Radio That Changed Lives."
#stretchandbobbito #adrianbartos #robertgarcia
2021-05-011h 06The Wright PerspectiveBrown Sugar (2002) Recap and ReviewCan platonic relationships exist between heterosexual men and women? Does everyone have a soul mate? And how does one achieve the perfect movie soundtrack?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Brown Sugar (2002), a movie that was a movie written by Michael Elliot, directed by Rick Famuyiwa and stars Taye Diggs, Sanaa Lathan, Mos Def (Yasiin Bey), Nicole Ari Parker, Boris Kodjoe, and Queen Latifah.
#brownsugar #sanaalathan #tayediggs
2021-04-171h 22The Wright PerspectiveTerminator (1984) and Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991) Recap and ReviewIs Terminator 2: Judgement Day the best sequel ever made? Will humanity ever learn to value human life? And are Kirk Cameron and James Cameron related?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review two James Cameron films, Terminator (1984) starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Michael Biehn, Linda Hamilton and Paul Winfield, and Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991) starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton and Robert Patrick.
#terminator #jamescameron #arnoldschwartzenegger
2021-04-031h 20The Wright PerspectiveSilence of the Lambs (1991) Recap and ReviewWhy did Clarice (Jodie Foster) get selected for this particular assignment? How did Hannibal (Anthony Hopkins) get the pen? And what was Buffalo Bill (Ted Levine) about to do in that suit made of women’s skin?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the oscar-winning film Silence of the Lambs (1991) starring Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster and Ted Levine.
#anthonyhopkins #jodiefoster #silenceofthelambs
2021-03-201h 13The Wright PerspectiveComing to American (1988) and Coming 2 America (2021) Recap and ReviewDid Eddie Murphy carry out cinema’s first mic drop as the character Randy Watson? Should a sequel be able to stand alone? And why doesn't Arsenio Hall get the comedy credit he deserves?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Coming to America (1988) and the sequel Coming 2 America (2021) starring Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall.
#comingtoamerica #coming2america #eddiemurphy #arseniohall
2021-03-072h 27The Wright PerspectiveRecap and Review of Boyz N The Hood (1991) and Baby Boy (2001)Does the protagonist have to “learn a lesson” or evolve in order to have a complete story arc? What happens when life starts to follow art, instead of the other way around? And, most important, will Ricky ever outrun those idiots?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Boyz N The Hood (1991) starring Ice Cube, Cuba Gooding Jr., Morris Chestnut, Laurence Fishburne, Nia Long, Regina King, and Angela Bassett.; and Baby Boy (2001) starring Tyrese Gibson and featuring Snoop Dogg...
2021-02-212h 10The Wright PerspectiveRecap and review of Pygmalion (1938) and My Fair Lady (1964) What is the appropriate function for a song in a musical? Should you date someone that calls you a draggletailed guttersnipe? Are men and women socialized to have different expectations of compromise in romantic relationships?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Pygmalion (1938) starring Leslie Howard and Wendy Hiller, and My Fair Lady (1964) starring Rex Harrison and Audrey Hepburn.
#pygmalion #myfairlady #audreyhepburn #rexharrison #lesliehoward #wendyhiller #henryhiggins #elizadoolittle
2021-02-061h 31The Wright PerspectiveGood Burger Recap and ReviewIs “sketch show spinoff” a valid subgenre for comedy movies? Why isn’t Kel Mitchell more famous? And when did movie soundtracks stop being awesome?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Good Burger (1997) Kel Mitchell and Kenan Thompson.
#kenanthompson #kelmitchell #goodburber #nickelodeon
2021-01-231h 18The Wright PerspectiveThe NeverEnding Story Recap and ReviewIs The NeverEnding Story a classic or craptastic? Would a current day remake of the movie resonate with young people? Is Noah Hathaway one of the greatest action stars of all time? What is the limestone-addicted Rock Biter meant to represent? And why does the Luck Dragon look so much like a dog?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review The NeverEnding Story (1984) starring Noah Hathaway, Barret Oliver, Tami Stronach, Patricia Hayes, Sydney Bromley, Gerald McRaney, Moses Gunn, a...
2021-01-091h 28The Wright PerspectiveDie Hard Recap and ReviewCan Die Hard be considered a Christmas movie? Is Hans Gruber the greatest movie bad guy of all time? What is the right heart/ferocity ratio for an action movie? And what is the recipe for a memorable movie catchphrase?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Die Hard (1988) starring Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, and Bonnie Bedelia, and featuring Reginald VelJohnson, William Atherton, Paul Gleason.
#diehard #brucewillis #reginaldveljohnson
2020-12-261h 16The Wright PerspectiveWest Side Story (1961) Recap and ReviewShould a movie that uses brownface get a pass because it’s trying to highlight the foolishness of racial anxiety and gang violence? Is it poignant, ironic or infuriating that the film was recorded in historic San Juan Hill right after 7,000 African-American and Puerto Rican families were evicted from the neighborhood using the law of eminent domain? And, most importantly, why did Doc let the Jets boss him around all the time?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, Siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and rev...
2020-12-121h 32The Wright PerspectiveNew Jack City Recap and ReviewWhat happens when ego usurps brotherhood? How wack is crack? And what would motivate a man to wear a box haircut/mohawk?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, Siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review New Jack CIty (1991) starring Wesley Snipes, Ice-T, Allen Payne, Chris Rock, Mario Van Peebles, and Judd Nelson. Written by Thomas Lee Wright and Directed by Mario Van Peebles.
#newjackcity #wesleysnipes #ice-T #allenpayne #chrisrock #mariovanpeebles #ijuddnelson #thomasleewright
2020-11-291h 48The Wright PerspectiveFirst Wives Club Recap and ReviewIs Diane Keaton believable as a mousy character? What types of marital transgressions are forgivable? Was Billy Porter lying when he said love is on the way? And whatever happened to Bronson Pinchot?
Siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more on this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast as they recap and review First Wives Club (1996) starring Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton and Bette Midler!
#dianekeaton #goldiehawn #bettemidler
2020-11-151h 22The Wright PerspectiveGhost Dad Recap and ReviewDoes a “feel good” movie require an entirely happy ending? Why do some successful child actors leave the industry? Can an orange sweatshirt be a Halloween costume? And who told the 90’s that flannel shirts and sunglasses were the standard uniform for wayward teens? On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Ghost Dad (1990) starring Bill Cosby, and directed by Sidney Portier!
#ghostdad #billcosby #sidneyportier
2020-11-011h 20The Wright PerspectiveThe Forty-Year-Old VersionOn this episode of the Wright Perspective, Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright recap and review The 40-Year-Old Version (2020), starring, written, and directed by Radha Blank.
What kinds of experiences prompt personal reinvention? In a world of virtual reality and digital music, are black-and-white movies and cassette tapes still cool? What do Lauryn Hill and Radha Blank have in common? And what’s the difference between a rapper and a person that raps? The Wright siblings ponder these questions and more on this episode of the Wright Perspective podcast!
#40yearoldversion #radhablank #blackwoman
2020-10-181h 48The Wright PerspectiveFather of the Bride Film Series (Originals and Remakes) Recap and ReviewFollowing the recent release of Father of the Bride Part 3ish (2020), the Wright siblings recap and review the entire film series including the original Father of the Bride (1950) and Father's Little Dividend (1951) starring Hollywood icons such as Spencer Tracy and Elizabeth Taylor, as well as the 90’s remakes, Father of the Bride (1991) and Father of the Bride Part 2 (1995) starring living legends such as Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, and Martin Short.
What makes a good reboot? And is it fair to compare a reboot with the original when cinema technology, social mores and comedic sensibilities have had...
2020-10-031h 28The Wright PerspectiveThe Wire (Season Five) Recap and ReviewIs The Wire the best television show ever made? On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder this question and more as they recap and review the fifth season of the award-winning TV Drama, The Wire (2008)!
2020-09-191h 57The Wright PerspectiveThe Wire (Season Four) Recap and ReviewIs The Wire the best television show ever made? On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the fourth season of the award-winning TV Drama, The Wire (2006)!
2020-09-051h 28The Wright PerspectiveThe Wire (Season Three) Recap and ReviewIs The Wire the best television show ever made? On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the third season of the award-winning TV Drama, The Wire (2004)!
2020-08-221h 44The Wright PerspectiveThe Wire (Season Two) Recap and ReviewIs The Wire the best television show ever made? And what happens when art so accurately imitates life, you begin to wonder if you are watching a documentary?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the second season of the award-winning TV Drama, The Wire (2003)!
2020-08-092h 16The Wright PerspectiveThe Wire (Season One) Recap and ReviewIs The Wire the best television show ever made? And what happens when art so accurately imitates life, you begin to wonder if you are watching a documentary?
On this Livestreamed episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the first season of the award-winning TV Drama, The Wire (2002)!
2020-07-262h 10The Wright PerspectiveSeven Brides for Seven Brothers Recap and ReviewCould a man that likes Die Hard also enjoy a musical about barn-raises and fellas goin’ courtin'? Is it possible for a lily-livered, chicken-hearted lickspittle to become a jack-a-daddy? And how should a proper woman react when offered quality chewing tobacco?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the groundbreaking movie musical comedy, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954)!
2020-07-112h 02The Wright PerspectiveShaft Movie Franchise Recap and ReviewWhat are blaxploitation films and how does one become a bad mother (shut your mouth!)? Can you have street cred and have the nickname Bumpy? Can misogyny be a tool for good and who is Baby Boo?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the entire Shaft movie franchise including Shaft (1971), Shaft’s Big Score, Shaft in Africa, Shaft (2000), Shaft (2019)!
2020-06-272h 13The Wright PerspectiveLove and Basketball Recap and ReviewAre all romantic dramas, just souped up Lifetime Movies? Is Maxwell’s song This Woman’s Work the right soundtrack for an awkward, first sexual encounter? And, if all is fair in love and basketball, then why do people still hate on the WNBA?
On this episode of The Wright Perspective podcast, siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review Love and Basketball, just in time for its 20th anniversary!
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The Wright PerspectiveStar Wars Original Trilogy Recap and ReviewWhy are people so obsessed with the Star Wars franchise? Was Leia oversexualized and does she owe Chewbacca a medal? Where are all the black people and why do some critics hate on the Ewoks?
Siblings Aubrey, Genia and Brittany Wright ponder these questions and more as they recap and review the original Star Wars trilogy (Episode IV: A New Hope, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI: Return of the Jedi) on this episode of The Wright Perspective!
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