Whether or not you enjoy new Netflix comedy "Me Time" comes down to if you are a fan of Kevin Hart and/or Mark Whalberg, particularly the former as its really his show with Whalberg providing support. The plot itself is as generic as you would expect and you won't exactly be guffawing every minute. That said the pair have good chemistry and there are some good laughs to be had. Given how few straight up comedies are made these days its worth checking out if that's your jam.
Also new on Netflix is rom com "Love in the Villa" . Kat Graham's Romeo and Juliet obsessed schoolteacher is due to go on her dream holiday to Verona when she is dumped (quite justifiably) by her boyfriend. When she decides to go anyway she finds the apartment has been double booked and she has to share with a hunky but condescending wine buyer. The ensuing romance dance is poorly paced and never gets past the fact that the lead character is just the worst. Consequently, one entertainingly awkward dinner scene aside, this one is for die hard fans of the genre only.
Danish physcological thriller "Speak No Evil" is a new Shudder exclusive. A Danish couple and their daughter travel to The Netherlands to visit a family they met on holiday but have a less than stellar time. For most of the film the tension comes from the awkwardness of two families with different views and methods forced to spend time together and this portion is so successful it feels as if the dark twist towards the end might not even be needed. How you feel about the, admittedly shocking, ended will depend on whether you agree with social/political statement.
Film of the Week : I had the most fun with Me Time but there is no denying Speak No Evil is the most interesting offering.
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