Mae Abdulbaki
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Mae is a critic/writer and TV Editor for The Young Folks. A member of the Washington, DC Area Film Critics Association (WAFCA), she's a geek who loves talking about all things entertainment. She is also a voting member of the Black Reel Awards. If she's not at the movies, she's catching up with her TV shows with a glass of wine in hand.

Sadie Movie Review: An Imbalanced and Dark Coming-of-Age Tale

Sadie is a coming-of-age drama that turns corners before positioning itself in an unconventional, but also unsettling place. Written and directed by Megan Griffiths, the film is a bit manipulative in that asks you to sympathize, feel for, and root…

Titans Review: First 3 Episodes are Filled with Highs and Lows

Despite what some of the new trailers will have you believe, Titans is still very much a dark show. Although they do cut out the bit where Robin breaks someone’s neck in the alleyway, it still doesn’t shy away from…

The Flash 5×01 Review: “Nora” Breathes New Life into the Show

After an uneven season four, The Flash is back with a balance of heart and humor. It recenters family and also refocuses Barry himself. Both of these essentials had been mi-ssing for a lot of season four, what with the…

Life Itself Movie Review: An Emotionally Manipulative Fail

Dan Fogelman has become a household name. The creator of This is Us has a generally good track record for putting out good stuff (Tangled and the short-lived Galavant, RIP, being examples). But hey, not everything is going to be…

The Top 14 Most Anticipated New and Returning Fall TV Shows

With September comes a new season. Beach season is over, the seasonal drinks at Starbucks become a priority (yes, pumpkin spice latte is always a must), school’s back in session and the holidays are right around the corner. But most…

Peppermint Movie Review: Film is Littered with Harmful Stereotypes

It’s exciting to see Jennifer Garner back in an action role. It’s been years since Alias and Elektra never garnered enough attention, but Garner isn’t new to kicking ass onscreen. Peppermint more than showcases her ability to fight and be…

Sierra Burgess is a Loser Movie Review: A Rom-Com Without Charm

Netflix’s latest rom-com, Sierra Burgess is a Loser, is a little bit of a letdown following the sincere and sweet To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. But the film isn’t without its merits as it attempts to tackle some…