This February, we’ll take a look at a trio of newly streaming titles. Featured in this month’s films: the trials and tribulations of a musical duo, an employment situation that’s quite a bit off the wall, and a chimpanzee that goes bananas.

Technically, a period piece is just any film set in a past era. When I think of period piece movies though, I usually first think of films set at least a hundred or so years ago. More specifically, I personally think of movies set in Europe around the years 1700-1900.

As I slowly come to terms with the fact that it’s getting colder outside and there’s nothing I can do to stop it, let’s review some recent 2023 releases you can enjoy while you’re cozy by the fireplace.