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For our Sunday movie night, we decided to step into heavier territory and picked Sorry, Baby-an A24 special starring Naomi Ackie (Mickey 17) alongside Eva Victor, who also directed and wrote the film. Sweet was the one who suggested it, knowing how much he loves films that tackle real-life topics with honesty, and the whole Crew agreed to dive in. It's definitely an "adult" watch with its themes, but also one that's layered, meaningful, and surprisingly funny.

Willow was drawn to the way the film balanced tones-moving from sharp humor to raw pain without ever feeling forced. Winny admired its honesty, especially how it portrayed recovery after trauma with nuance and care, never exploitative. Mimikyu loved the non-linear storytelling, noting how each chapter reveal added to the emotional depth. Amy focused on the authenticity of the dialogue, calling it painfully real but also tender at times. Kuromi praised the friendship between Agnes (Eva Victor) and Lydie (Naomi Ackie), saying it was the true beating heart of the movie. Tails appreciated Victor's directorial debut, pointing out how polished and confident it felt for a first feature. Sunny couldn't help but remark on the mix of dark comedy and heavy drama-it kept things engaging without losing emotional weight. And of course, Sweet was happy his pick resonated, calling it "the kind of film that stays with you."

Not everyone will vibe with the pacing or the protagonist's prickly personality, but for us, it worked as a raw, honest, and artful experience. It's not flashy, it's not easy, but it's real-and that's what made it stick.

Rating: 8/10 - Thought-provoking, emotional, and one of A24's boldest this year.

We were scrolling through Netflix together, looking for something new to watch, when this popped up on our page. Amy was the one who suggested it-she noticed Sofia Carson in the cast and, after seeing The Life List, she was curious to check out more of her romantic flicks. So, we all settled in for My Oxford Year, a film that promised a mix of romance, poetry, and the charm of Oxford.

On the positive side, Winny and Sweet thought the film's atmosphere really stood out. Oxford looked absolutely stunning, like a postcard come to life, and it gave the story an almost cozy, dreamy backdrop. Mimikyu especially enjoyed how poetry was woven into the romance-it gave the movie a slightly deeper edge than just your standard rom-com. Tails and Lala both agreed that the emotional core of the story was its strongest point; when the film leaned into heartfelt performances, particularly Corey Mylchreest as Jamie, it carried some real weight. Amy felt Sofia Carson did a good job bringing warmth to Anna's character, and Dougray Scott, playing Jamie's father, left quite an impression too.

But it wasn't all smooth sailing. Sweet pointed out that the story felt way too predictable, like we'd seen this kind of arc many times before. Winny and Tails both found the pacing uneven-the first half played almost like a light rom-com, then suddenly shifted into heavier drama, which made it feel a bit jarring. Lala mentioned that while the themes of love, loss, and seizing the moment resonated, the script and dialogue sometimes felt clunky, leaving the characters underdeveloped. Mimikyu also wasn't a fan of the romantic setup, since the student-professor angle felt problematic and a little uncomfortable to watch.

Overall, as a group, we'd say My Oxford Year lands at a solid 6/10. It's not groundbreaking, but it has moments of charm and emotional comfort-perfect for a quiet night in if you're in the mood for something bittersweet. Just don't go in expecting a fluffy rom-com; this one leans much more into drama, tissues and all.

After warming up with Part 1, the Plushie Crew dove straight into Episode 2, and this one cranked the tension way up. With the underground mall flooding and time running out, the OVA finally delivered on its "do-or-die" promise-fast-paced, intense, and full of heroic energy.

Winny said this episode felt way more gripping than the first, especially with the rising water adding that edge-of-your-seat danger. Willow loved how everyone's quirks came together in a true team effort, pointing out that it really showed Class 1-A's growth as heroes.

Tails was absolutely buzzing during Bakugo's big moment, calling it "pure genius" how he used his blasts strategically rather than recklessly. Amy admitted she got emotional during Deku and Bakugo's reunion, saying it was one of those small but powerful character beats that really sticks with you.

Mimikyu quietly enjoyed the darker, claustrophobic tone of the flooded setting-it gave the episode a more serious atmosphere compared to Part 1. Kuromi agreed but still rolled her eyes at a few plot-armor moments, though even she admitted the visuals were slick and the pacing tight.

Sunny found it heartwarming that every student got a chance to shine, especially Kirishima and Kaminari, whose teamwork he described as "underrated but awesome." Sonic called it "full-throttle MHA," loving how the frantic escape made the action feel nonstop, while Knuckles respected the grit and determination the students showed under pressure.

Even Shadow, usually the toughest critic, nodded in approval-he thought Bakugo's role finally gave the OVAs some weight, proving they weren't just filler.

By the end, the Crew all agreed this second episode elevated the OVA as a whole. It may not change the main story, but as a bonus adventure, it's packed with thrills, teamwork, and a glimpse of character growth that makes it more rewarding than expected.

Final Verdict: A strong 8/10-the perfect high-stakes capstone to this side-story, showing Class 1-A at their best under pressure.