Hey guys! Today I'm going to be doing a short AF review on the TV series "Once Upon A Time". As usual this review is going to be short and sweet (like the title suggests) and spoiler free. (However there will be the IMDB synopsis in this and sometimes they can contain spoilers, 9/10 times they don't, it's just something to keep in mind if you're planning on watching the series).
"A young woman with a troubled past is drawn to a small town in Maine where fairy tales are to be believed."
The reason I started watching this is because I recognised one of the characters from one of those weird tv shows that came on at 3 in the morning on 4 music. I loved the one episode that I watched and was never able to find it again until this kept on being recommended to me on netflix. The show is mainly based on a young boy called Henry and a woman called Emma in a town called Storybrooke. They somewhat retell a lot of disney stories and fairytales, some of which include snow white, little red riding hood etc. This show is so whimsical and I could genuinely binge watch it over and over again. There are so many characters to fall in love with and if you love disney I would 10/10 recommend this show!
My favourite people in the series:
- Captain Hook: Honestly a beautiful man, has some of the best one liners in the show and has the perfect amount of sarcasm.
- Mr. Gold: I was really excited to see Robert Carlyle in a tv series, his character is really mysterious and is always full of suprises
- Belle French: I love how strong Belle is in the series. She is definitely my favourite of all the characters in the show.
My least facourite people in the series:
- Hades: His storyline just went on for too long and it dragged too much. He was a good character I just wish it came to a conclusion quicker.
- Dr. Archie Hopper: He was just a boring character, I get that he had an important part to play in Henry's and Emma's storyline but I just wish there was more to him
This series is amazing and I genuinely recommend watching it. The only thing I would say is please give the series a chance past the first season as that is the one that takes the longest to get through. You won't regret it.
If you watched the series what did you think of it? Who were your favourite and least favourite characters? Do you have any movies, series or books you'd recommend for me to watch/read or want me to do a short AF review on? Please let me know down in the comments below!
Hey guys. Long time no see! I've been super busy lately so I haven't really had much chance to read any books or watch any movies until now. So I should be back to my usual programming from now on. But to jump back into things I thought I'd do a short AF review on a TV series (or more a netflix series) which is something that I haven't done before. Please let me know if you like this down below, and I'll probably do some more of these. Today's short AF review is going to be on the controversial insatiable. As usual this review is going to be short and sweet (like the title suggests), and spoiler free. (However there will be the IMDB synopsis in this and sometimes they can contain spoilers however 9/10 times they don't. It's just something to keep in mind if you're planning on watching the series)
"A disgraced, dissatisfied civil lawyer - turned - beauty pageant coach takes on a vengeful, bullied teenager as his client and has no idea what he's about to unleash upon the world."
Okay so first of all let's talk about some of the controversy that's been going around this tv show. A lot of people have been saying that this TV show sounds like it's all about body shaming and eating disorders etc etc. And to be honest, it is a little bit, but not in the way that's easy to get mad about (this is coming from a chubby girl herself). This movie does bring up those topics, but also shows how bad these topics are and why they need to be brought up. But that's all I'm going to say on the controversy, so let's get into the actual series.
The main reason I wanted to watch this tv series is because I've loved both Debby Ryan and Alyssa Milano since I was young (I mean 90's baby, course I wanted to see what my favourite Halliwell babe was doing now). I genuinely didn't know how I was going to feel about this show but I am glad I watched it. There were some bits I really loved and some bits I absolutely hated. A lot of the things that Patty was going through is definitely something a lot of people can relate too (in regards to her weight, not in everything which you will see when you watch the series). I also adore Alyssa's character. I didn't however like how they presented some things in the series such as bob, and honestly Nonnie deserved so much better than the way they portrayed her. It was hit and miss on so many topics throughout this tv show. But hopefully the second series is a lot better and also has a lot more hits.
I would recommend this to any teenager or young adult (or even "proper adults" if you're into shows like this). Just be aware that like me, you might not like how everything is portrayed. But definitely give the show a go.
What did you think of this series? Do you have any movies, series or books you'd recommend for me to watch/read or want me to do a short AF review on? Have you watched this series yet? Please let me know down in the comments below!
Hey guys so lately I've been watching a lot of netflix in my spare time. I have a load of tv shows that I love on there, so thought I'd share a couple of the ones I've been watching with you. These are in no particular order. So let's just get into it.
Big Mouth | 2017
"Teenage friends find their lives upended by the wonders and horrors of puberty."
Okay so this is first on the list because I'm actually watching this whilst I'm writing this blog post. This tv series probably won't be to everyone's taste, but I find a lot of it hilarious. It discusses a lot of the issues you have whilst you're going through puberty, however some of the characters can be a little bit problematic.
Friends | 1994
"Follow the personal and professional lives of six 20 to 30 - something - year - old friends living in Manhattan."
So I used to watch this when I was a kid and if you follow me on twitter you've probably seen that I've just finished it. I loved this when I first watched it and I love it just as much now. It brings back so much nostalgia and I binged it in about 2 months. Definitely worth the watch if you haven't seen it before. (Also side note, Ross is a douche)
Dynasty | 2017
"Follows two of America's wealthiest families as they feud for control over their fortune and their children."
Okay so the main reason I wanted to watch this is because Elizabeth Gillies is in it. I'm really glad I started watching it because it's a really great tv series. I didn't originally know that there was a 80s tv show or that this was a remake. I might have to watch it after this series finished.
Riverdale | 2016
"A subversive take on Archie and his friends, exploring small town life, the darkness and weirdness bubbling beneath Riverdale's wholesome facade."
So I started watching this about halfway through the first season because I didn't want to give into the hype. But I'm so glad that I did. This tv show is amazing. There's so many twists and turns in this tv show and it always leaves you wanting more each episode. My favourite character is definitely Cherry Blossom.
Once Upon A Time | 2011
"A young woman with a troubled past is drawn to a small town in Maine where fairy tales are to be believed"
Okay so there's a lot of seasons in this series and there's a lot of episodes per season. So it makes for a really great binge watch. When you watch it please get past the first season. The first season isn't the best out of all of them but once you get past it it's an amazing series.
RuPaul's Drag Race | 2009
"RuPaul searches for America's next drag superstar."
So the only trailer I could find is for season 9 but all of the series are pretty much the same so it doesn't make too much of a difference. I love RuPaul's drag race and I get excited over all of the seasons contestants. It's currently on season 10 and I've been watching this season every single week.
Jane The Virgin | 2014
"A young, devout Catholic woman discovers that she was accidentally artificially inseminated."
I absolutely adore this tv show. This is one of the most amazing tv shows I've watched for a long time. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you cry, you'll have so many emotions watching this TV show. It's definitely made me feel more interested in trying to find some good tellanovellas (if anyone has any please leave them in the comments down below). Gina Rodriguez is also one of the most gorgeous women I've seen on this planet.
And that's most of what I've been watching on netflix lately. I'd definitely recommend checking out all of these tv shows. Do you have any recommendations to watch on netflix? (Please keep in mind it's Netflix UK for me). Have you watched any of these? What did you think of them? Please leave your comments down below.
Hey guys so today I'm going to be doing the blogger tag. I haven't been tagged by anyone however I really wanted to do a get to know me type of blog post and I thought this would be the easiest way to do it. So let's just get into it. (If you want to answer these questions too I tag you all!)
Question 1: How Tall Are You?
I am 5 ft 5". I'm the shortest one in my immediate family and also James is much taller than me to.
Question 2: Do You Have A Hidden Talent? If So, What?
I don't think I have any hidden talents, I know how to play the piano but that's not really hidden.
Question 3: What's Your Biggest Blog - Related Pet Peeve?
When people tell others what they should/shouldn't do with their blogs. I don't mean when it's specifically been asked either and constructive criticism is okay. But blogs are meant to be an expression of their writer's individuality. Don't try and control what someone else can and can't do with theirs.
Question 4: What's Your Biggest Non - Blog Related Pet Peeve?
When people don't use their manners. Please and thank you's go a long way.
Question 5: What's Your Favourite Song?
My favourite song at the moment is currently Toothpaste Kisses by The Maccabees.
Question 6: What's Your Favourite Social Media Website?
I really love Twitter and Instagram. I check both of them every day and I try to post every day on Instagram as well (most of the time I fail miserably)
Question 7: What's Your Favourite Way To Spend Your Free Time When You're Alone?
I mainly catch up with tv shows on netflix. I've been watching Friends a lot lately. I also love reading and listening to music.
Question 8: What's Your Favourite Junk Food?
I really love chinese food but at the moment it hasn't been agreeing with me so currently I'm super into Mexican food!
Question 9: Do You Have A Pet Or Pets? If So What Kind And What Are Their Names?
I have a dog, he's an english bull terrier x rodesian ridgeback. He's 8 years old and he's my baby. His name's Ozzy.
Question 10: What Are Your Number One Favourite Nonfiction And Fiction Books?
My favourite fiction book is definitely They Both Die At The End by Adem Silvera at the moment. I don't really have a favourite none fiction.
Question 11: What's Your Favourite Beauty Product Or Tool?
I love all of my Makeup revolution eyeshadow palettes. They're super pigmented and extremely pretty. I use them all the time.
Question 12: When Were You Last Embarrassed? What Happened?
I embarrass myself every day by falling over daily.
Question 13: If You Could Only Drink One Beverage (Besides Water) For The Rest Of Your Life, What Would It Be?
Tea. It's pretty much the only thing I'm drinking at the minute besides flavoured water anyway. So yeah, I'd say tea.
Question 14: What's Your Favourite Movie?
I really love 10 things I hate about you. It's always been one of my favourite movies since I was a teenager. Young Heath Ledger stole my heart.
Question 15: What Was Your Favourite Lesson In School And Why?
I really liked doing maths in school, so much that I took the extra statistics GCSE in year 10.
Question 16: If You Could Live Anywhere In The World, Where Would You Live?
I don't think that I'd change where I lived. Like if this was a if you could travel anywhere in the world it would be a whole other story. My family is here though, and I love where I live. So I'd stay where I am.
Question 17: PC or MAC?
Well considering I always use a PC. I'm going to have to say a PC. Not just that but whenever I'm on a MAC it feels like I'm using an alien computer and have no idea what I'm doing.
Question 18: Last Romantic Gesture From A Crush, Date, Boy/Girlfriend, Spouse? (Or Kind Gesture From A Friend)?
Anything my boyfriend does is romantic for me and I'm just happy I get to spend the rest of my life with James because he's perfect.
Question 19: Favourite Celebrity?
Okay so I have 2, one female one male. Anne Hathaway is my favourite female celebrity as I've loved her ever since I was younger and always thought she was perfect. Hugh Jackman is my favourite male celebrity because I've always loved him as an actor.
Question 20: What Blogger Do You Secretly Want To Be Best Friends With?
No one to be honest. It's not that I don't like making friends with people but I don't have that whole idolism around people who I watch or read online.
Question 21: Who Is Your Biggest Inspiration?
As cheesey as it sounds. My mother is my biggest inspiration. She's always been the strongest woman in my life and is an amazing role model. If I could aspire to by like anyone it would definitely be my mum.
Question 22: What Is Your Favourite Blog To Read?
I don't really have a favourite. I love reading different people's blogs and seeing everyone's views on things and how their individuality shines through.
Question 23: What Is Your Favourite High Street Shop?
At the minute I've been loving superdrug and I've been finding myself in their a lot lately for pretty much everything. I love all the makeup stands they have there and I also love that they have a whole section for travel sized items especially for when I go travelling.
Question 24: Are You In Education Or Do You Work?
I work and I've been at my current job for just over 2 years now.
Question 25: One Thing You Are Proud Of?
The relationships I have with my friends and family. When I was younger I didn't have the strongest relationships with well, anyone. Now that I've grown I have fulfilling relationships with all of my family and most of my friends.
And that is the blogger tag. As I said, if you'd like to do the questions feel free to do so!
