Hollywood Mini Spotlight

JLJ explains the new medium of entertainment!

Cowell launched Simon Cowell: The Next Act, a Netflix series that follows his evolution beyond traditional talent shows and into a new era of creator-led entertainment. The project focuses on developing, owning, and distributing original talent and content, highlighting Cowell’s shift toward digital platforms, long-term artist partnerships, and direct audience connection. With a career spanning de...

James Lott Jr chats with the Husband and wife team of Kyle And Zuzu Weingart, who are in Wyoming. Kyle is a Montana-based writer/director whose upcoming comedy drops October 15, just in time for Halloween. It’s a post-apocalyptic romp where zombies and robots invade, but one chef refuses to let the end of the world get in the way of hosting a cooking show for the ages. Drawing inspiration from leg...

Eric Guilmette (“The Poet”) grew up in Grafton, Massachusetts, an hour outside Boston. His acting credits include the holiday film “Tails of Christmas” (Great American Family). However, he is best known for his success in the vertical drama space. He was voted the 2024 Vertical Legend and Best Actor in a Drama (Vertical Drama Love Fan Awards) and won the Sapphire Vision Award at the Vertical Award...

Seth Edeen (“The Football Star”) grew up in Cheyenne, Wyoming. A standout high school athlete, Edeen intended to follow his uncles into the NFL, playing NCAA Division 1 football for the University of Wyoming. However, an on-field injury led to him medically retiring from football. Edeen moved to Los Angeles and within two weeks he was signed by a modeling agency and started acting classes. When hi...

Luke Charles Stafford (“The Smalltown Kid”) was raised in Anderson, Indiana in a working-class home. A triple-threat, he made his acting/singing debut on Broadway opposite Carrie Underwood in “Home for the Holidays”. His TV/film credits include the award-winning indie feature “East of Middle West,” “Road Trip Hostage” (Lifetime), “Megalodon Rising” opposite Tom Sizemore, and the upcoming adventure...

Tyler Scherer (“The Zaddy”) grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, one of seven siblings. He began his career in the theater, appearing in over 30 plays and musicals, including the national tour of “Beauty and the Beast”. He moved into television with a prolific career in national commercials and indie films, which led to success in verticals. Perhaps is proudest achievement is being the World’s Bes...

JLJ talks about the new Documentary of Eddie Murphy on Netflix! 

8 part docuseries on the CW, James talks about the first few episodes! 

This documentary from England is surprisingly good! Found on Amazon Prime! 

What a great documentaryJames found it on Amazon Prime! 

The Making of Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery (2025) on Hulu! Documentary! 

This fun and serious Mexican and American movie from 2020 is on Amazon Prime! James gives it his recap and opinion. Featuring James Lott Jr new song, Swatch Head, out everywhere Lefthandedtaurus usic @2025

The Naked Gun  is a 2025 American  crime comedy   action thriller film  directed by  Akiva Schaffer , who co-wrote the screenplay along with  Dan Gregor  and Doug Mand. A  legacy sequel  to  Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult  (1994) and the fourth film in  The Naked Gun  franchise , the film stars  Liam Neeson  in the main role, with  Pamela Anderson ,  Paul Walter Hauser ,  Kevin Durand , and  Dann...

Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan (2025) is a revealing Netflix documentary directed by Sacha Jenkins that explores how The Ed Sullivan Show became a groundbreaking platform for Black performers during an era of deep racial segregation. Far beyond launching icons like Elvis and The Beatles, Sullivan consistently showcased Black musicians, comedians, and athletes—often against societal a...

DEVO (2024) is a compelling and definitive documentary directed by Chris Smith—famed for American Movie and Fyre—that explores the provocative journey of the influential art-rock band Devo. Debuting at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024 and released on Netflix in August 2025, the film chronicles how the band’s origins amid the political upheaval of the Kent State shootings forged their radical phi...

JLJ watched part 2 of the documentary on HBO Max! 

 Heads of State Movie (2025) is on Amazon Prime and stars John Cena and Idris Elba. JLJ gives his reaction to the action movie. 

Billy Joel  And So It Goes...Part 1 is a new documentary on HBO Max. James gives his reaction.

The Carters- Hurts to Love You (2025) on Paramount Plus! about Nick and Aaron Carter and family. JLJ gives his reaction. 

james reviews the hit film that is the latest in a long franchise. there are a few spoilers! 

this is a TV show JLJ loves! Mavis Beaumont, a plus-sized Black woman, is newly single and finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist. Michelle Bouteau is the creator and star! Netflix! 2 seasons so far! 

This original Canadian production on Netflix is so good! Season 1 here in 2025! 

2 seasons so far. Paramount Plus series from MTV. Hosted by James Lott Jr.

JLJ spotlights Netflix Series, Running Point starring Kate Hudson!