Netflix reviews

UMJOLO: DAY ONES (2024)

Zanele (played by Sibusisiwe Jili) and Andile (played by Khumbulani Kay Sibiya) were inseparable childhood best friends. However, their relationship faces new challenges as Andile gets married to Jessica Dlamini (played by Trix Vivier). Andile’s new life and commitments to his wife and their two daughters cause him to drift away from Zanele, leaving her grappling with her place in his life.

The situation becomes more complicated when Andile’s father pressures him to have a son who can carry on the family name and legacy. Tensions come to a head during a school reunion, where misunderstandings and deep-seated emotions threaten to unravel relationships and nearly tear their lives apart. “Umjolo: Day Ones” explores themes of loyalty, friendship, cultural expectations, and the complexities of maintaining lifelong bonds amidst personal growth and societal pressures.
This 86 minutes South African Anthology films, drama, romance was directed by Fikile Mogodi, and features a stellar cast, including Menzi Biyela and Sipho Alphi Mkhwanazi.

SEVEN DOORS (2024)

After hearing so many recommendations about Seven Doors, I finally gave in and watched it. Honestly, I must say I was blown away! The hype was real, and the storytelling lived up to all the praise.

Femi Adebayo and Chioma Chukwuka totally killed this and brought their roles to life.

The series revolves around Adedunjoye (played by Femi Adebayo), who was living a peaceful life with his wife Amaka (played by Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha) and their two kids. Everything seemed perfect until one fateful day, the village elders came knocking. They had a plea: Adedunjoye must return to the village and take up his rightful place as the king, carrying on the heritage of his forefathers.

At first, Adedunjoye rejected the offer outright, but after much pressure and persuasion from his wife, he finally agreed on the condition that she would support him throughout the process. Things seemed to go well at first, but disaster soon struck. Plagues, mysterious accidents, and conflicts began to disrupt the peace in the village. Even Adedunjoye’s family wasn’t spared.

Confused and desperate, Adedunjoye turned to the oracle for answers. What the oracle revealed was shocking, it demanded a sacrifice that seemed almost impossible. Both he and his wife were left grappling with unimaginable decisions. To see how it all unfolded, you’ll have to watch the series yourself. I couldn’t help but feel heartbroken for Adedunjoye as he struggled with everything, almost losing it all. It left me wondering: Why didn’t they tell him the whole truth before crowning him? Maybe they feared he would walk away.

The six-episode series, with each episode lasting about 45 minutes, was directed by Femi Adebayo, Tope Adebayo, and Adebayo Tijani. It features a stellar cast, including Femi Adebayo, Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha, Gabriel Afolayan, Kolawole Ajeyemi, Muyiwa Ademola, Taiwo Hassan, Wumi Toriola, and many more.

This series was an emotional rollercoaster and kept me hooked until the very end. Don’t miss it if you’re looking for a captivating story filled with drama, suspense, and cultural depth.

BACK IN ACTION (2025)

It was heartwarming to see Jamie Foxx in this beautiful comeback. We truly missed him, and he brought his A-game to this movie. It was absolutely captivating to watch him and Cameron Diaz bring their characters to life.

In the film, Matt and Emily (portrayed by Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz) are secret agents who specialize in high stakes assignments the CIA couldn’t handle. While working together, they fell in love and decided to settle down. However, during one of their missions, their plane crashed, and they faked their deaths to escape the dangerous lives they led.

For 15 years, they lived quietly under the radar, raising their children. But everything changed when a video of them defending their daughter went viral. This triggered a cascade of problems, forcing them to go on the run once again. Their journey led them to London, where they sought Emily’s estranged mother for help, the goal was to find a key that would vindicate them.

The 114-minute spy action-comedy film was directed by Seth Gordon and features an outstanding cast, including Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Kyle Chandler, Glenn Close, Andrew Scott, Makenzie Roberts, Rylan Jackson, Bashir Salahuddin, and Roberta Berta.

The movie effortlessly combines thrilling action sequences, sharp humor, and heartfelt moments, making it a must watch.
This is a fantastic blend of action, suspense, and comedy that marks a strong return for both Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz. Don’t miss this epic adventure.