Sup? Media Reviews

This week on Sup? Media Reviews, we're celebrating the 30th anniversary of Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood — the latest stop in our April Fools comedy anniversary series. The Wayans brothers took the hood films that defined early 90s Black cinema — Boyz n the Hood, Menace II Society, Juice, & more — and flipped them completely on their head. But does it still hold up 30 years later?

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🎉 It's the 40th anniversary of a certified classic — and I finally watched it for the first time!

Ferris Bueller's Day Off turns 40 this year, and to celebrate, I brought in a very special guest: my dad! He was a teen when this movie came out, and he has fond memories & four decades of history. I came in with fresh eyes and zero nostalgia. Together we asked the only questions that matters: does it still hold up and is it worth...

🎉 50 years ago, a car wash in Los Angeles became the setting for one of the most iconic ensemble comedies in Black film history. Car Wash (1976) turns 50 this year — and we are CELEBRATING. 🚗✨

This episode is part of our April Fools Comedy Anniversary Series, where every film we review in April is a comedy with a milestone anniversary. And we are kicking things off with our oldest entry.

Car Wash features an unforgettable ensembl...

"She doesn't even go here." But you do — and that means you have excellent taste. 🎀

This week on Sup? Media Reviews, Kiara is joined by her sisters Arabia and Savanna for a full review of the 2004 cult classic Mean Girls. Written by Tina Fey and featuring Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, and one of the most iconic casts of the 2000s — this one is personal.

We break the movie down from setup to climax, get into the c...

We're taking it back to 2006 to continue our Women's History Month series — and this one is personal. I'm revisiting Phat Girlz, the plus-size rom-com starring Mo'Nique, on its 20th anniversary!

From diet culture and internalized fatphobia to cross-cultural beauty standards and one of Mo'Nique's most underrated performances, this movie has a lot more going on under the surface than people give it credit for.

But the real question i...

Mo to the E to the! We’re taking it back to the 90s! 🎶

For the FINAL installment of our Black History Month series, I’m joined by special guest Melanie to revisit one of the most iconic Black sitcoms of the decade — Moesha. From unforgettable theme music to complicated friendships, family drama, love triangles, and that Brandy-led star power… this show shaped a generation. 💿📺

But the real q...

This week on Sup? Media Reviews, we’re continuing our Black History Month series with a journey back to 2004! We're reviewing one of the most iconic R&B albums of all time… Usher’s Confessions.

From the instant club takeover of “Yeah!” to the emotional gut-punch of “Confessions Part II,” this album wasn’t just a moment — it was a movement.

💿✨ In this episode, Kiara revisits this classic and asks the big question: Does Confessi...

This week on Sup? Media Reviews, we’re stepping into the world of Black horror with a review of the classic anthology film Tales from the Hood (1995).

As part of our Black History Month series, we’re revisiting this socially conscious horror staple — a movie that blends scares, satire, and sharp cultural commentary in a way that still feels painfully relevant today.

Joining me for this discussion is special guest Jon from A Convers...

🎬✨ It's Black History Month at Sup? Media Reviews! ✨🎬

We’re kicking things off with The Gospel (2005), a Black church drama filled with faith, family, music, and messy relationships — and this one is a little extra special.

Not only is this the first episode of our Black History Month series, it’s also the first time the Sup? Media Reviews podcast is on camera. That’s right — we’ve officially gone from podcast to vodcast! 🎙️➡️📹

Join host Kiara as she celebrates the 20th anniversary of Glory Road and 60 years since the groundbreaking 1966 championship game that changed basketball forever. 🏀🧺

This episode dives into the legacy of the Texas Western Miners, the cultural impact of the first all-Black starting lineup to win an NCAA championship, and how Glory Road fits into the canon of sports biopics that center resistance and resilience. ✊🏿 And yes, we’re ...

It’s been 20 years since Last Holiday hit theaters, and Queen Latifah reminded us all how powerful it is to truly live each day like it's your last. In this episode, host Kiara revisits the cozy, feel-good classic to see if it still holds up two decades later. Is it worth a rewatch? Does its message about taking chances and embracing joy still land in 2026? Press play to find out—and maybe get inspired to live a little bigger.

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In the final 2025 holiday episode of Sup? Media Reviews, we're switching things up a bit and diving into three Christmas-themed TV episodes from three very different shows: Living Single, The Office, and SpongeBob SquarePants. While we usually stick strictly to movies, shows, and music that are 20+ years old, we're making a small holiday exception—every episode reviewed here still meets that 20-year threshold, even if the series we...

Happy 30th anniversary to Balto! 🐺❄️ And even more importantly, we’re honoring the 100th anniversary of the real-life 1925 Serum Run to Nome — a relay of courageous mushers and sled dogs who battled arctic conditions to deliver diphtheria antitoxin and save lives. In this special holiday review, host Kiara revisits the animated classic she loved as a kid and digs into how it matches up with the true story behind the legend. Does i...

🎄 This week on Sup? Media Reviews, host Kiara is joined by her dad to revisit the beloved holiday classic A Charlie Brown Christmas. Together, they reflect on Charlie Brown’s search for the true meaning of Christmas, the special’s themes of consumerism, faith, and community, and why this simple, jazz-filled TV special has remained a holiday staple for 60 years. Tune in as they answer the signature questions: does A Charlie Brown C...

Happy Holidays from Hogwarts! This week on Sup? Media Reviews, host Kiara is joined by special guest and Harry Potter superfan Arabia to revisit Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Together, we unlock the mystery behind the Chamber, chat about cursed diaries, Polyjuice mishaps, petrifications, and of course—Dobby. We dive into the film’s best moments, debate whether it still holds up, and decide if it deserves a holiday rewatc...

It’s officially holiday season on Sup? Media Reviews — and we’re kicking things off with my first ever album review! This week, I’m diving into Mariah Carey’s iconic Merry Christmas album, the project that crowned her the “Queen of Christmas” and gave the world one of the most beloved holiday songs of all time.

Join me, Kiara, as we explore whether this 1994 classic still holds up today, how it shaped holiday pop culture, and which...

For the first time ever, Kiara is reviewing a play! Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns follows a woman who discovers that the man she’s known all her life is actually her father—and now she’s meeting his side of the family for the very first time. Chaos, comedy, and family drama unfold as everyone gathers for the family patriarch’s funeral. Tune in to hear whether Kiara thinks this play is worth a rewatch and if it still holds up today!

Pikachu, I choose you! ⚡ In this review, host Kiara teams up with her husband and resident Pokémon Master, Calvin, to revisit the 1998 animated epic Pokémon: The First Movie – Mewtwo Strikes Back! From Mewtwo’s existential crisis to Pikachu’s tear-jerking finale, they dive into whether this childhood favorite is worth a rewatch and if it still earns its badge today. Grab your Poké Balls and get ready to catch ‘em all! Check out C...

There is no escape! It's the final episode of the spooky season and we're closing out with a super special 25th anniversary review of Final Destination (2000). Host Kiara is joined by returning guest, Beth, to discuss the humble beginnings of the franchise that made us afraid of clothing lines in the shower and driving behind logging trucks! Want to know if the movie still holds up and if it's worth a rewatch? Check out the episode...