Movie of the Week: Netflix’s Set It Up

Posted on June 26, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

Netflix has been slaying the game lately with original content! There are the obvious choices like The Crown, Stranger Things & Unbreakable! Kimmy Schmidt. There there are the thrilling true-crime documentaries such as Making a Murderer, Evil Genius, & The Staircase. But, even their original movies have been successful, especially the spring and summer releases such as The Kissing Booth, Ibiza, & Set It Up (which we’ll be discussing today).

If you didn’t catch our “Movie of the Week” post from The Kissing Booth, no worries! You can click right there —> Movie of the Week: Netflix’s The Kissing Booth … I’m only bringing it up because a) it’s both a great movie & a great read and b) this post will be written in a similar fashion Enjoy!!

40 Thoughts I had during the movie Set It Up:

I could NOT be more excited for Glen Powell! I LOVED him in Scream Queens and Hidden Figures.
I could NOT be more excited for Zoey Deutch! I LOVED her in Why Him?
I could NOT be more excited for Taye Diggs. I LOVE him in everything, mainly Empire of recent.
Meh, minimal excitement for Lucy Liu.
Warning … Spoilers ahead!
I always love a good montage opening!
Am I going to like this? I kind of feel it’s just the second coming of The Devil Wears Prada.
Ohhhh Glen Powell has a girlfriend? Isn’t he going to date Zoey Deutch by the end of the movie?
“But we’re not old enough to get married …” hahaha I kind of felt the same way when I got engaged.
Oh snap did I know Pete Davidson was in this? And he’s gay in the movie? He’s super trendy right now #pariana
Was Pete Davidson’s hookup Cody from Big Brother??? Someone @ me … I’m too lazy to rewind.
TITUS ANDROMEDON!!!!!!!!!!!
Omg the elevator scene hahaha!
The Kiss Cam wouldn’t go that long … but I’ll buy it for the movie.
Glen’s girlfriend … Suess? Whatever her name is, I don’t like this story line … get with Zoey already!
Lucy Liu just screamed, “THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH IT!” and my dogs started barking bahaha
I never had a salamander …
Drunk Taye Diggs is great!
Pete Davidson and Zoey Deutch as friends are great!
Okay. Engagement party. The start of the Glenn & Zoey falling in love!
I don’t know if he’s supposed to be joking with his dancing … but Glen Powell out on the dance floor is doing all of my exact moves!
The bosses are getting engaged! Zoey gets to write! Glen gets a promotion! All is well!
Oh noooo … Lucy Liu is actually a good person and Taye Diggs sucks; he’s going to break her heart!
Every single rom com moment where everything gets ruined … and now it’s happened! Let’s see how it magically gets fixed in the end.
“You’re not hard to get; you’re hard to earn.” awww all is right in the rom com world again!

Overall, I’d give it a 3/5 … maybe even a 3.5. I would have liked to see Lucy Liu end up with someone in the end, but I can appreciate the whole “She’s a strong woman who doesn’t need a man” idea, but it’s like, she’s already established and successful in her career, why can’t she have a good dude by her side too? Anyway, worth a watch with a girlfriend, some pizza, and a bottle of Rosé!

Until next time friends!

Movie of the Week: Ocean’s 8 (pocket-sized)

Posted on June 22, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

My favorite part of Ocean’s 8 were all the diamonds …

… and Rihanna.

The end.

Big Brother 20 Cast Revealed!

Posted on June 20, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

Time to judge people based on one photo & roughly four words.

Which, totally isn’t fair, but that’s what we do with the Big Brother contestants prior to watching the show (and Bachelor contestants come to think of it). However, I just can’t with CBS this year because they *literally* found clones of past contestants … no joke! See the evidence below!

Angie Lantry is literally Joey, who tried to form an all girl alliance & failed in season 16.

Tyler Crispen is literally David, the surfer who got voted off first in season 15.

He could be Frank also … google it!

Winston Hines is literally Clay, the hot cowboy who turned out to be a douche in season 16.

JC Monduix is literally Frankie, better known as Ariana Grande’s brother, from season 16.

Scottie Salton is literally Andy, the rat (& winner!) of season 15.

Sam Bledsoe is literally Christmas, the builder of bodies and breaker of bones from season 19.

Steve Arienta is literally Derek, the best Big Brother player who ever lived (winner: season 16).

(Okay, so these two don’t technically look alike, but they are both undercover cops, and that’s similar enough … you know those producers are trying to make him the next Derek).

Angela Rummans is literally Jessie, who is pretty forgettable, and I only thought of her after seeing Angela’s picture. (Jessie: BB15)

Haleigh Broucher is literally (either) Nicole, the Big Brother goddess … or Aaryn, the Big Brother devil.

It could really go either way …

Nicole BB16 & BB18 Aaryn, BB15

Rachel Swindler is literally Natalie, who should still be dating James from season 19.

Brett Robinson is literally Judd, the good, ol’ country boy from season 15.

Faysal Shafaat is literally Josh, the saucepan-banging winner of last season.

And finally …

This is Chris “Swaggy C” Williams. I can’t find a past contestant to match him, but the fact that he calls himself “Swaggy C” means he probably won’t win (or do well at all).

After previewing the cast, I’m guessing the twist is going to be that CBS brings back all the contestants’ doppelgangers to compete with them as partners? Am I the only one seeing this?? These people look exactly like previous contestants!!

However, there are a couple players I couldn’t place from previous seasons: Kaycee Clark, the pro football player, Kaitlin Herman, the life coach, & Bayleigh Dayton, the flight attendant. So I think I may be rooting for these three girls … but I guess we’ll just have to see! After a few years of boring and (what I think are) failed BB seasons, I really hope this one doesn’t completely end my watching of the show. I’ll be reporting more in the coming weeks; BB20 starts Wednesday, June 27th!

PS: If you didn’t hear Chris Trager’s voice from Parks & Rec each time you read “literally,” go stand in the corner.

I Binged Southern Charm New Orleans.

Posted on June 19, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

If I said it once (& I did! Read it here), I’ll say it again: Bravo has got to stop creating new shows and just play Housewife marathons all day. Or, maybe the only new shows that need creating should be Housewife franchises because I’m actually very much here for Potomac and Dallas. What I’m not here for? Any Southern Charm reboot.

I saved all the episodes of Southern Charm New Orleans to binge watch once I was officially on summer vacation, and I have finally completed the season, so let’s get into it!

Kudos to Whiteny Sudler-Smith or Bravo or whoever it is that is responsible for finding people clearly thirsty enough to air all their dirty laundry on television. Like, did Barry & Tamica sit down with producers and say “Our marriage sucks” and that’s what got them on the show?? The same for Reagan and Jeff (who apparently are now separated), but I guess I’m getting a bit ahead of myself.

Barry & Tamica

First, I love Barry; he’s probably my favorite on the show. I think he’s nice, handsome, honest (owned up to his verbal mistake on the show), and patient. He has got to be patient if he’s married to Tamica, who may be the absolutely worst main character on any Bravo show. Her whole, “I don’t start shit, I tell truths” mantra? Um, no you 100% start shit and butt into people’s business you have no ROOM to butt into. Watching Tamica really has taught me to mind my own business when it comes to other people. (“I did what he can’t do” in regards to Justin & his gf?? Girl bye!) She’s the most self-righteous, entitled person OUT THERE! She completely made the Easter dinner speech all about her and her daughter. However, she was right about one thing which brings me to…

Jon Moody

In the first episode, I was really intrigued by Jon; I thought his paintings were awesome, he had celeb clientele, his body is crazy beautiful, he’s artsy, yet athletic, plus young. I just thought he would bring so much to a cast full of people who seemed to be more settled. Then, the paint party happened. When he said, “Fellas night does not mean only fellas around …” umm YES THAT’S EXACTLY WHAT IT MEANS. As a married woman, it isn’t a question of Tamica & Reagan not trusting their husbands … what it has to do with is respect. It was disrespectful of Jon to bring that many single women to guys’ night. Point, blank, period. As for the rest of the season? Meh, Jon was fine. I think he’d be more suited for maybe a Vanderpump, LA based, type show.

Justin

“Wait a minute, wait a minute!” We need to talk about Justin. It seems like he took the Cameran role this season and “somewhat” narrated the show. I like Justin alot … I think the whole taking your girlfriend to live at home with your parents situation was weird, but his commentary on everything else was entertaining, plus he handled Tamica really well. His true fear of ghosts was hilarious too!

Jeff & Reagan

I don’t have much to say here because based off reports, the day after the finale aired the couple announced their separation. At first I found Reagan unbearable, until I saw more of Tamica, who made Reagan look not so terrible. I determined that Reagan is basically Corrine from Bachelor Nation … maybe just not as dumb? I mean her jewelry looks truly fabulous, and she seems to be kicking ass in law school. I feel SO BAD for Jeff in regards to his mother, family, financial situation, head trauma, possible drinking problem, and wife moving to the French Quarters away from him. I can only imagine what he’s going through now that they are separated. I wish them both happiness, but don’t really have more I want to discuss. They were just meh for me on the show.

Final Thoughts

The story line with Gian was interesting, but the more I reflected on it, the more I think it was just Tamica being drama in “hoping” Gian wanted to be her & have her life (reality check T … no one wants to be you!) Jeff & Reagan blamed their separation on the show, but like I said in the beginning of this post … the couple obviously had dysfunction going into the show and bragged about it so Bravo would put them on TV. What did you expect the outcome to be?

I ran a Twitter poll to all my Bravo loving friends asking if I should continue to watch the new season of Southern Charm Savannah (which I wasn’t a huge fan of first season). The poll came back 50/50, and I think I’m siding with the 50 who aren’t going to watch.

After two different cities of Southern Charm added to the Bravo lineup, I think only one reigns supreme!

Disagree? Come find me! Let’s chat! Until next time television lovers … !!!

Most Shocking Housewives Moments: Open the Bravo Vault!

Posted on June 13, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

The RHOC Season 13 trailer dropped yesterday and it got me thinking …

Through the years, what has been the most shocking Real Housewife moment for you? (Oh by the way, you can watch the OC trailer here!) Now I’m not talking story line that continued throughout multiple episodes, like Brooks’s fake cancer, Kim’s sobriety, or anything about Tom. I’m talking one moment. One moment where your jaw hit the floor, and it was hard to pick it back up.

I came up with four moments that were unforgettable for me, plus a few honorable mentions. After reading, come find me on Twitter to discuss these moments and to discuss what more should be added.

The Wine Throw

In season 6 of the Real Housewives of Orange County, Tamra stunned viewers with the splash heard around the West Coast. Tensions had been rising between Tamra and Jeana, and if I remember correctly it was because Tamra felt Jeana was siding with Simon over Tamra & Simon’s recent separation, or that Jeana was speaking to the press about it. Regardless, we all knew Tamra was a loose cannon, but I think she had an reaction even she didn’t see coming.

You can tell the argument is escalating, especially after Tamra throws the cease and desist letter at Jeana. But then, that wine throw. Even watching it back now my jaw still drops; Briana’s reaction is priceless too! After this unforgettable OC moment, throwing wine (& wine glasses) became a Housewife staple!

The Leg Toss

One illustrious woman from the New York Housewife franchise is Aviva Drescher; I mean “CALM DOWN! TAKE A XANAX” wouldn’t be one of the best comebacks if not for Aviva starting the fight in the first place. But the most memorable Aviva scene wasn’t when she told the story of how she got her artificial leg, but when she took it off and THREW IT ACROSS THE ROOM!

“The only thing that is fake or artificial about me … is this!” She slams the prosthetic on the table and then throws it on the floor! Oh my gosh, that quote could not be any more iconic! I just hope she had her pedi done for that toss!

The Reunion Drag

On season 6 of the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion, Housewives fans got their first taste of physicality. We were teased and teased that something major would be happening on the reunion, but when the whole thing finally played out, it was IN SANE!

I am not one for physical violence ever, but even watching it back now, how can Kenya not see she provoked Porsha? Oh gosh and Andy yelling, “No, no, no!” over and over makes the whole thing even crazier!

The “Beast” Comment

Kim Richards is not afraid of a confrontation, but I think this by far has to be my favorite of hers. I know this was on a vacation but I don’t remember what city, what season, or what the ladies were even arguing about. What I do remember is the infamous quote from Kim.

I could watch this on an endless loop! If Kim using “beast” as an insult isn’t funny enough, Eileen’s “I’m so proper, did you just say that?” reaction makes it even better. I definitely think “beast” is going to go into my bag of insults next time I get heated with someone.

Honorable Mentions & Best Quotes

The Real Housewives franchises are a television staple, and will withstand time because they never cease to shock us. I know these are not the only lasting moments the ladies of Bravo have brought us. With that being said, I wanted to include a few more iconic moments, that even non-Housewife fans probably know about.

Teresa’s table flip

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Sonja parties with John John

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The Countess falls in the bushes

Brandi slaps Vanderpump

I feel comfortable using Housewife jargon in everyday life … and here are some of my favorites!

Sometimes all I wish Bravo would do is take a cue from E! and play past seasons of the Housewives on a loop, in a similar fashion to how E! basically only airs Keeping Up With the Kardashians. I know many times you can catch Housewives marathons, but how nice would it be to know that any time in the day (minus the prime time spots), you could watch past seasons of RHOC, RHONY, RHOA, RHOBH, & RHONJ. Think how many more fans could be gained as well! There is just too much history for it not to be shown on continuation. Think about it Bravo, just think about it …

Tia vs. Colton: A Bachelorette Pocket-Sized Post

Posted on June 12, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

Thank you Tanner for saying what I’m thinking and what I wish more people would think! I have a bit of time to type this up since The Bachelorette got interrupted due to politics. I want to discuss what I was most looking forward to on tonight’s episode: the Colton and Tia reunion.

If you don’t know the backstory, Colton hung out with Tia for a weekend before the Bachelorette was announced (back in Jan I believe?). My thought, like so many others’ including Tia, was that Colton thought Tia would be the next Bachelorette, so he figured, hook up with her to gain an advantage. I guess in Colton’s defense, he didn’t know for sure he would be going on the show. Regardless of what his true intentions were or are, I think the whole Colton/Tia/Becca triangle is shady (on his part).

Back to the episode, so Becca brings Colton on the group date with all the girls from Arie’s season, including Tia. If you have ever been in an awkward situation, you know exactly what the looks on their faces mean, especially Colton. It’s the look of a fight or flight situation, where the only option is flight. I even felt awkward for them, and their reunion was the only thing I was anticipating this week.

Tia said all they did was kiss and it seemed like Becca didn’t care much because Colton got the group date rose. I just can’t even. Becca, you basically got your girlfriend’s sloppy seconds; am I the only one who thinks this? Becca (like the rest of America, including my mother) is blinded by Colton’s beautiful face, but I see the real him.

Other Thoughts on Tonight’s Episode …

I can NOT with Chris; I really want to like him, and I did think their date was romantic, but when I look at him all I picture is Perez Hilton. Google it.
I really don’t want to laugh at David because so. much. blood. buuuut he fell out of his bed?! (insert giggle gif)
Devastated to see Clay go, however, I’m glad he made the smart decision. He’ll find someone on Paradise I’m sure!
NO. FREAKING. ROSE. CEREMONY. Grrrrr

Also, never forget …

I Have a Few Thoughts … Bravo Edition

Posted on June 8, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

If you’re a Bravo Television fan, raise your hand!

On Sunday, Andy Cohen’s 50th birthday celebration took place in the clubhouse on Watch What Happens Live. If you didn’t watch it, go find it on demand RIGHT NOW! Andy’s good buddy, John Mayer, came out to host and it rekindled my love for John Mayer … he’s everything! Their friendship is everything! When he sang “It’s My House” for Andy (the Diana Ross song) as an homage to the clubhouse?!?!? So SWEET! Andy was genuinely surprised with all the guests, videos, tributes, etc. This episode of WWHL proves how special Andy Cohen is to so many people, but most importantly how special he is to all us Bravo fans! (Oh, and JM, you MUST release Ms. Ross’s song because it was an epic cover!)

On Thursday evening, the aftermath of the Hilton Head trip was shown on Southern Charm. I didn’t do a post regarding that HORRENDOUS confrontation between Ashley and Kathryn, so here are my thoughts. About a month ago, I saw Ashley on The Morning Toast and figured if Jackie & Claudia can give her a chance, then so can I. However, she talked extremely fast, seemed defensive, and acted like she had so much to prove. Not too much after that interview came Hilton Head, which was on a completely different level.

I’m not going to rehash that whole conversation; I’ll just say this: Ashley was 100% in the wrong, and I couldn’t be more proud of how poised Kathryn was! After watching the most recent episode, Ashley is continuing to be a terror. I just can not, CAN NOT, see how Thomas is still with her after this season. Maybe he’s like Scheana and only watches scenes of himself?? Whatever, he got fired anyway so why do I care? He’s a creep right along with psycho Ashley; they can have one another.

Okay, now on to what we all want to discuss: JAX AND BRITTANY ARE ENGAGED!!!! I just happened to get on social media last night, about 40 minutes after she posted the photo below. Then today was an endless stream of Instagram video watching from the entire Vanderpump cast, because apparently there was a surprise engagement party for the couple. Although, based on what everyone was posting, it all seemed to center around Brittany, no one really posted anything about Jax hahahahahaha!!!

My thoughts: I figured eventually they would get engaged, but to actually see a ring on Brittany’s finger was shocking to say the least. The ring is freaking gorgeous; good job Jason! I listened to Stassi’s most recent podcast episode, where Katie was her guest and all they talked about was the Royal Wedding. Katie kept saying, “Out of all of us in the group, you’ll be the next one married” (meaning Stassi). Who knew it would be Brittany?? Then again, an engagement ring doesn’t necessarily mean a wedding … we all watch The Bachelor correct?

In closing with these two, I really do believe Jax has changed since the passing of his father. I think he finally realizes what is important in life and I really want to believe these two will make it. Good news is, all of this was filmed for Season 7, so we’ll just have to wait & watch to see how it all plays out!

This has been a full week for Bravo television, between these three events, plus the airing of Luann’s arrest (which I was a little disappointed by; the preview for it was way more intense than the actual episode).

As always, I love tweeting, commenting, and discussing these D-list stars’ lives with all of you! One of my favorite tweeters and podcasters said it best …

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!!

Netflix’s Evil Genius: Bank Robber Terror (Pocket-Sized Post)

Posted on June 4, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

Picture this …

A man walks into a bank with a bomb locked around his neck, except the tellers can’t see the bomb. All they see is a huge bulge underneath his shirt. The tellers also don’t know his cane is a loaded gun, and they don’t know he’s there to rob the bank. That information is in the letter he hands them.

Can’t picture it? Well then here you go …

This is the opening ten minutes of the new Netflix true-crime documentary, Evil Genius. Spoiler alert … the bomb goes off. Question is, was it still around the man’s neck? And who is this man anyway? Was he set up or in on the robbery? And why does the second episode not discuss the bank robbery, but rather a man’s body found in a freezer?

It’s a true story that gets crazier the deeper you get into it. I couldn’t believe as I was watching that actual people were involved. I think someone in the documentary even mentions something along the lines of “Hollywood is not able to write a plot like this.”

If you’re a fan of Netflix’s Making a Murderer or The Keepers, this is the show for you. It’s only four episodes, running around 45 minutes, making it super easy to binge. The events take place in the early 2000’s, so it’s not an ancient retelling of events. Last, it’s creepy AF! Even my husband who is not easily creeped out (like me, as in go read What Scares You?) kept saying how freaky he thought the show was.

Trust.

Go watch. You won’t regret it … (or maybe you will, but I do guarantee you’ll be surprised by the real events in this story) !!

“What Are You Listening to This Weekend?”

Posted on June 1, 2018 by myhollywoodhangover

Happy almost weekend!

It’s June 1st and currently 90 degrees where I’m at; did you get your free doughnut yet? It’s National Doughnut Day! It’s also the start of Pride Month! I think summer mode has finally hit me. Because of that, I’m ready to get this weekend started! Very much like New Music Fridays on Spotify, I’m here to offer a weekend playlist. Listen, or don’t, I don’t care … I’m going to dance either way!

The Way I Am – Charlie Puth

“I’mma tell ’em all, I’mma tell ’em all, that you could either hate me or love me,
but that’s just the way I am”

Not only is this a fun song to dance to, but it makes me think of my students or anyone struggling to be accepted right now. Who cares right? Just do you.

Freaky Friday – Lil’ Dicky

“But we’ve got no choice but to turn this —– sideways …”

Watch the video; hilarious! How was this not an SNL skit because it completely gives me Digital Short vibes. There is also an Ed Sheeran, DJ Khaled, & Kendall Jenner cameo. Just watch the video; you’ll understand.

Shawn Mendes – Shawn Mendes

If comedic music isn’t your thing & you prefer to take your music more serious, then I suggest listening to the new Shawn Mendes album. THE WHOLE THING IS AMAZING! Seriously, set the album to shuffle and instantly your BBQ will be a success no matter how the food tastes. It’s easy listening music. Some of my favorite songs include “Nervous,” “Where Were You in The Morning?” & “Because I Had You.” Plus his collaboration on “Youth” with Khalid makes me cry every time I listen to it.

Boy – Lala Kent

“Turn in the music up loud, play it loud like this”

I didn’t love this song when I first heard it, but I love Lala, so I kept it on my daily playlist. The more I listen to it, I love it. My favorite part is her voice on “Shout out to my girls misbehaving!” She’s such a better singer than Scheana.

Body Language – Heidi Montag

“Lay my eyes on a sassy pearl, Heidi Montag, yeah, that’s my girl”

Keeping with the realty star music theme, let’s discuss the lost song of the millennial generation. This song brings me back to summer in Dodge City, KS. and always reminds me of two of my hometown friends. We STANNED Heidi Montag hard core. Plus Spencer raps on it! Ahhhh, so 2009!

If you’re looking for an entire playlist, might I also suggest:

“Push It” (Remix) by Lotus, SPYZR, & Salt-N-Pepa — great for a workout!
“Rivers Deep” by Gaby Barrett — take me to church girl!
“Nothing But Trouble” by Lil Wayne & Charlie Puth — I know it came out in 2016, but whatever.
“Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 ft. Cardi B — GO WATCH THE VIDEO; I’M OBSESSED!
Kanye’s new album??
any other song you’re loving right now!

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!