What We’re Watching is a guide to must-watch films and television, exclusively curated by The Light Leaks team. Finding new things to watch shouldn’t feel intimidating- too many of us have been bombarded by bro-y film culture telling us what’s good. This column is our way of introducing you to new (and maybe some familiar) faves, sans-gatekeeping. Happy viewing!
What We're Watching: Comfort Watch, December 2021/January 2022
For this special winter edition of ‘What We’re Watching’, we’re sharing a few selections from our comfort watch lists - When Harry Met Sally, the Mindy Project, Zenimation, Insecure, and Dash & Lily
What We're Watching: Study Break, November 2021
What We’re Watching’ is taking a Study Break to explore the films and TV shows that make us wish we could go back to school. The experience of school-aged youths is not one-size-fits-all so our picks: DC's Stargirl, Sex Education, The Edge of Seventeen, Genera+ion, and All American aren’t either! Find the show for your taste and mood!
What We're Watching: Spooky Season, October 2021
It’s October, so you know what that means… it’s ~Spooky Season~ Whether you’re a horror novice or a seasoned expert, we have a variety of picks to get you ready for the season. So light a candle, grab some candy, and prepare to be mildly to extremely spooked by our team’s reccs: The Haunting of Bly Manor Jennifer’s Body, What We Do in the Shadows, Scream, and Raw.
What We're Watching: Pride, Summer 2021
In this edition of What We’re Watching, we’re sharing some of our favorite movies and TV shows featuring LGBTQ+ characters, creators, and actors. Read on to learn about Euphoria, Disclosure, The Half of It, Summerland, and Shiva Baby! While LGBTQ+ representation on screen still has a long way to go, TLL’s team picked the shows and movies that have educated us, entertained us, and have made us feel a little less alone!
What We're Watching: TV Shows Gone Too Soon, May 2021
Losing a television series you love can feel crushing. You’re left as a fan with questions that will never get an answer. Deadly Class, Dare Me, Sweet/Vicious, I Am Not Okay With This, and High Fidelity are some of our team’s picks for the shows they’ll never stop mourning the loss of. Read on for these reccs!
What We're Watching: I Need A Hero, April 2021
This edition of What We’re Watching is all about HEROES! A hero is defined as “a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities”. They don’t have to wear a cape, mask, or costume (though that can definitely be a bonus), they just have to inspire others with what they do. Check out why we love the heroes in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Captain Marvel, Watchman, Dickinson, and Hilda!
What We're Watching: Women Behind the Camera, March 2021
We are celebrating Women’s History Month by sharing our favorite movie and tv recommendations that not only feature women in prominent roles as actors, but also as writers, directors, and creators. We champion women and gender non-conforming filmmakers all year long, but this month we’re making the spotlight even brighter!
What We're Watching: Valentine's Day Picks for Every Situation, February 2021
Whether you’re spending the holiday single, with a partner, or with friends (virtually) the TLL team picked out their Valentines Day picks for any situation. Read why the team recommends Moonlight, Love & Basketball, Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn), Someone Great, and The Lovebirds!
What We're Watching: Time Loops, January 2021
Explore timeloops in film and television with some picks from the Light Leaks team! Read why the TLL team picked Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, the Magicians, Russian Doll, the Twilight Zone, and Palm Springs as their recommendations for your next binge!