I’m a big fan of musicals, but Netflix’s vision for a bright, happy, vibrant, and meaningful movie ended up being one of the most uncomfortable, stereotyped, and over-the-top films I've seen all year. Featuring an unbelievably exaggerated (and frankly, somewhat disrespectful) performance from James Corden alongside Jo Ellen Pellman’s flat portrayal, Ryan Murphy’s first film in a decade since Eat, Pray, Love is a real…

The film adaptation of 'The Prom' didn’t quite live up to the potential it had, considering how impactful the Broadway production was; instead of exploring the important ideas about celebrity influence and inclusivity that were central to the stage show, this version seems to avoid them. Taking Corden out of the equation wouldn’t have solved all the problems, but it might have been a step in the right direction. I wo…