Booked for the Movies

This week on Booked for the Movies , I'm reviewing three recently released movies: Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu , Passenger (2026) , and Obsession . From a galaxy far, far away to psychological suspense and ill fated travelers, these movies couldn't be more different. Which one earned the highest rating? Which one left me searching for more? Tune in to my spoiler filled review and let me...

It’s finally here: my long-awaited review of Scream 7 . We’re diving into the newest installment in my all-time favorite horror franchise, and I’m just going to say it upfront: this was a five-star movie for me. I loved it. 👀 That doesn’t mean it’s flawless, I’ve definitely got critiques, but even with its issues, this one stands miles ahead of the last two films for me. Now I need to know…did yo...

February was apparently my month of zero chill because I read 11 books — 9 romances (yes, I’m fine) and 2 thrillers. 2 of the 11 were advanced reader copies that are both OUT NOW and ready to be consumed by you! From slow burns to plot twists I didn’t see coming, I’m breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and which ones you need on your TBR immediately. Consider this your official February debrie...

This week on Booked for the Movies , we’re breaking down The Rip and Send Help and let’s just say… these survival stories hit very differently. 👀 One left me questioning everything (including my two hours), and the other had me fully stranded in the chaos. Are they gripping thrillers… or duds that leave you side-eyeing everyone you know? 🎬

This week on Booked for the Movies , I’m diving into The Women by Kristin Hannah — a powerful, emotional story about courage, sacrifice, and the women history tried to forget. ❤️‍🔥 Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, this one stayed with me long after the final page and even had me getting emotional as I shared my thoughts throughout the episode.

This week on Booked for the Movies, I’m breaking down Primate — a tense thriller about a family fighting to survive when their pet chimpanzee contracts rabies and turns dangerous. 🐒🎬 An interesting premise that had me curious from the outset whether if I would be wasting an hour and a half of my life watching it. ⏱️🤔 What worked, what didn’t, and whether it’s worth your watch… let’s get into it...

This week on Booked for the Movies , I’m diving into Talking As Fast As I Can by Lauren Graham - part memoir, part love letter to storytelling, and full of quick wit. From Gilmore Girls nostalgia to behind-the-scenes Broadway moments, Lauren’s voice jumps off the page like she’s chatting with you over coffee, coffee, coffee! It’s heartfelt, funny, and exactly what GG fans appreciate most!

This week on Booked for the Movies , I’m diving into Wake Up Dead Man, the latest Knives Out mystery that sharpens the knives and twists the truth even tighter. 🕵️‍♂️🔪 With tangled motives, clever misdirection, and a few slower stretches along the way, this installment had moments that intrigued me… and others that lost me. 🎬👀 Was it a satisfying mystery, or did it fall short of the series’ hig...

This week on Booked for the Movies , I’m diving into Gone Before Goodbye - a story soaked in grief, unanswered questions, and the kind of secrets that refuse to stay buried. When someone vanishes without closure, how far would you go to uncover the truth? Between emotional fallout and chilling revelations, this one lingers long after the final page.

This week on Booked for the Movies , we’re jumping into Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 — where the lights flicker, the animatronics roam, and survival is anything but guaranteed. Did this sequel level up the terror or just recycle the jump scares? Let’s find out together as we crack open the chaos and the creep factor lurking at every turn. 👀

This week I’m diving into The Running Man — a dystopian thrill ride of assassins, propaganda, and one very desperate dad on the run. 🎥🔥 From twisted game shows to Glenn Powell fighting for his life (and his family), this one had me side-eyeing the entire system… and maybe (internally) shouting at the screen once or twice. 😅 Would you survive 30 days on the world’s deadliest reality show? 👀 Lis...

This week on Booked for the Movies , we’re stepping into the storm with The Intruder by Freida McFadden — a ruthless, twist-heavy thriller where a blood-covered girl, a collapsing cabin, and a whole mess of buried secrets collide 🌪️🔪📚. From eerie “before” chapters to heart-pounding “now” moments, this episode dives deep into hoarded homes, dangerous promises, and the chilling question at the cen...

The phone is ringing again in The Black Phone 2 (2025). ☎️ With new victims, old ghosts, and the lingering shadow of the Grabber — does this sequel deliver the same fear as the original? Join me for a spoiler-filled review and a look at what this follow-up gets right (and where it misses).

This week on Booked for the Movies , I’m breaking down The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes — a whirlwind of riddles, rivals, and family secrets. Would you survive Hawthorne House? 👀 Between hidden clues, impossible inheritances, and enough drama to fill a Netflix series, this story is pure binge material.

After diving into the book, it’s time to hit the screen. 🎥 This week, we’re talking about The Long Walk movie — how it brings Stephen King’s novel to life, where it hits the mark, and where it… well, takes a few creative detours. Grab your popcorn (and maybe a pair of walking shoes) — it’s time to see how The Long Walk holds up on film.

One hundred boys set out on a walk. If they stop, they die. Sounds simple… until it isn’t. This week, we’re diving into The Long Walk by Stephen King — a psychological and emotional gut punch that blurs the line between competition and cruelty. We’ll talk about what makes this story so haunting, why it still hits hard decades later, and what it says about the darker side of human endurance.

The Warrens are back for one last case in The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025). With demons, mirrors, and maybe a passing of the torch—was this horror franchise finale worth the hype? Join me for a spoiler-filled review, a breakdown of what worked (and what didn’t), and what I'd love to see explored if this movie were ever expanded into a book.

We’re kicking off Booked for the Movies with Grady Hendrix’s The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires . Think Steel Magnolias with a bite—literally. I’ll share a full spoiler-filled review, my honest rating, and who I’d cast if this story hit the big screen.

Welcome to Booked for the Movies ! A podcast dropping every Monday with reviews of two of my favorite things: books and movies. Grab your popcorn and mark your calendars for Mondays — because you are Booked for the Movies! 🎬📚