Livi's Corner: Hollywood

Way back in 2014, I wrote this piece and performed it all over Omaha Nebraska. Even back then, standing in front of a mic in smoky and boozy joints, I felt a strong connection to "One Shot", so much so that I recorded it at a grand studio. For this week's MMM, I was guided to share the short film I created for it, and so enjoy as best you can during these transitional times we find ourselves in. A...

On this week's episode we delve into and find the motivation for Satoshi Kan's "Tokyo Godfathers". A splendid tail of finding one's path and rectifying past mistakes. Released in 2003, the film has stood the test of time in its authenticity and gorgeous animation. Currently available to rent/purchase on all major digital formats.

Kenobi and crew are in peril and Reva's backstory reveals a heartbreaking narrative to the Jedi.

This cult hit is one of my favorite films with a cast that won't quit. Costumes designed by Jean Paul Guiltier, SFX blended perfectly, and is all about the one element that can save the human race from extinction.

Like any break-up, this think piece has been a long time coming: The dissolving of my relationship with Marvel.

In Part 4 Obi Wan must break a certain someone out of the clutches of the dark sith 😬

You know this movie is all about the feels, but its also about enduring friendships and sisterhood. Grab a tissue and coffee and let's get on into this 💜

In this continuation of the Star Wars Skywalker Saga, we find Old Ben struggling with a past he thought dead is very much alive. Streaming exclusively on Disney +

Now this is the show we Star Wars fans have been waiting for. In this series Obi Wan has to fight the dark side in order to save the universe. Ewan McGregor returns as the iconic Obi (Ben) heads this stellar cast, and Deborah Chow directs/produces this epic series. Parts 1 & 2 currently streaming on Disney+, with new parts debuting every Friday.

Join me vin another installment of Motivation Movie Monday as I delve into why this film is right on time for many as we take inventory of our lives.

Dantes, a sailor is falsely accused of treason by his best friend Fernand, who wants Dantes' girlfriend Mercedes for himself. Dantes is imprisoned on the island prison of Chateau d'If for 13 years. BUT WAIT, there's more!!!

This classic has numerous narratives and motivations but this episode will focus on Atrayu as he navigates the complexities of rebirth.

That's right, season 2 has officially wrapped, but you know I couldn't let y'all go without some 🎵 summer bops to get you through the summer. With Lizxo, Gaga and Muse among the list you know it's a party over here. I also drop some tea spilling on these Hollywood streets. Tune in to find out the summer plans for the corner's lineup 😁

The little show that could just dropped a bomb season finale, let's talk about it!

This week's installment, my motivational focus is on 2021's Supernova, starring Colin Firth & Stanley Tucci. They play a couple who are coming to grips with a serious illness. It gives new meaning to love is a many splendored thing ❤️

Today's episode is dedicated to the marvelous Better Things which just wrapped its 5th and final season. This past Monday we said goodbye to Pamela Adlon's Better Things. And I am still in my feelings about it. This review is geared more towards the impact of the show.

We're in the underworld now!

In today's episode, we explore the hilarious and highly relative Girl's Trip. Amongst the shenanigans the four best friends navigate through toxic masculinity, betrayal, and identity. Finding out that the only way to get to the other side is through pure heart & honesty. One of the best comedy films released last decades, Girl's Trip is a gem filled with motivational elements .

This great Docu-Series has hit the scene and it is only available at HBOMax. Lizzo is back with a fabulous new song, trailer reaction to Thor: Love & Thunder, and I review Sonic the Hedgehog 2 😍

And down the rabbiy hole we go!!

Oh yes, in this second week, I dive into 1997' Jackie Brown, starring Pam Grier and a host of bomb performers as they navigate through this tale of competing motivations.

Plus the review for season 1 of Minx, RuPaul's Drag Race news, Box Office numbers, and more!

Well, this episode was 50/50, tune in to see why 🤷🏾‍♀️

In this new series, we delve into films that are all about manifesting one's dreams & goals. But also to put some happinesses out into the world. This week's entry is 1968's "Oliver!"

From a English horror movie to an endearing comedy special this week at the corner, we're taking it easy ✌🏾