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The erotica genre is difficult to master. Good films from it are far and few between, mainly because the concept of a heightened sense of sexuality (often a prominent theme of these pictures) gives way to damaging the strength of the plot (if there was any plot to start with, that is). Most filmmakers and audiences look down upon this genre and people from the former category exploit it, due to which the majority of erotica cinema is sleazy, plot-less, and sex-driven idiocy....

When Mike Dixiano told everyone that his wife, Angela, passed away in 2010, loved ones lamented the tragic death. However, suspicions regarding the circumstances in which she was last seen led to a search for more answers. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Married With Secrets: Missing in Alaska’ brings the viewers the case of Angela Dixiano’s murder, and the authorities closed in on the culprit. So, let’s find out more about this case then, shall we?...

Tyler Schultz and Erika Cheung are best known for their roles as whistleblowers in the downfall of Silicon Valley unicorn startup, Theranos. Founded by Stanford dropout Elizabeth Holmes, the startup company aimed to revolutionize the healthcare sector. However, the company’s fraudulent business practices were exposed by The Wall Street Journal’s reporter John Carreyrou. In Carreyrou’s articles, Tyler Schultz and Erika Cheung are cited as major sources. The downfall of Theranos and Holmes is the subject of Hulu’s miniseries ‘The Dropout,’ which also features fictionalized versions of Schultz and Cheung....

The fastest growing cinema, in terms of commercial success and critical appreciation, is indubitably Korean. After decades of not having a cinematic pioneer, the industry is gradually growing from strength to strength. There have been enough samples in the newest century of Korean cinema’s high appeal to audiences. From movies like ‘Oldboy’ and ‘Memories of Murder’, to ‘The Handmaiden’ and ‘The Wailing’, Korean films have matched other contemporary cinema toe to toe....

‘Baby Fever’ (‘Skruk’) is an ecstatic and nervous Danish-original medical drama on the ever-expanding roster of Netflix. Of late, a lot of medical shows have graced television and streaming platforms. However, creators Nikolaj Feifer and Amalie Næsby Fick managed to infuse jittery, fun energy and quirky characters into the tale, making it a refreshing endeavor. The story follows fertility doctor Nana, who, in her thirties, has a rebellious edge. Nana inseminates herself to be pregnant without the hassle of a man in her life, but then, she must find a man to declare as the father of her anticipated child....

When Sabrina Aisenberg went missing in November of 1997, law enforcement, as well as her parents, carried out extensive searches hoping to bring her back safely. However, things took a turn for the worse as even after years of searching, the 5-month-old was nowhere to be located. ’20/20 on ID: Gone in the Night’ chronicles the strange disappearance and maps out the complete investigation undertaken by law enforcement. If this case tickles your fancy and you want to know if Sabrina Aisenberg has been found, we have you covered....

‘Justice League’, the movie DC fans had been waiting for since the animated series ended and ‘Man of Steel’ (2013) hinted at a possible DCverse, released last year opening to average reviews and less than glowing box office returns. The tale of DC’s much awaited superhero team-up having a troubled production from the beginning due to studio interference and Zack Snyder later stepping down from directing responsibilities following a family tragedy were commonplace not just for the fans closely watching every development on the film, but the common movie-goers as well....

Inspired by Becky Albertalli’s young adult novel ‘Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda’ and its film adaptation ‘Love, Simon,’ Hulu’s teen show ‘Love, Victor’ revolves around the life of Victor Salazar, a sophomore student who questions and figures out his sexuality while studying at Creekwood High School. The series progresses through Victor’s coming out as gay, the challenges he faces afterward, and his intricate relationships with his boyfriends and friends....

It is a rarity: movies with strong women. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t quality movies that revolve around women out there. Here’s the list of top women centric movies where with strong female lead. Silence of the Lambs Clarice Starling, a young U.S. FBI trainee, seeks the advice of an incarcerated serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecter to apprehend another serial killer, known only as “Buffalo Bill”. Like our previous entry, this film presents a clash of titans....

‘Peacemaker’ continues the titular anti-hero’s journey with the sixth episode as he tries to understand more about Project Butterfly. Meanwhile, Murn’s secret threatens to create a divide within the team, and Detective Song begins to inch closer. With the police on his back, Peacemaker is forced to make a few desperate decisions that will certainly not bode well for anyone on the team. In the end, Peacemaker finds himself in grave danger as the Butterflies move their grand plan into motion....

In the second episode of ‘Rent-A-Girlfriend‘ (or ‘Kanojo, Okarishimasu’) season 2, titled ‘The Usual Girlfriend,’ Kazuya begins hiring Chizuru more frequently than usual so that he can help her financially to pursue her acting career. However, to his surprise, Chizuru stays with him even after their date, and they eventually end up spending a lot of time together. When Kazuya meets her grandmother later that night, she asks him for a favor....

2018 was the year for large-scale experiments in cinema. While you had massively successful horror thrillers like ‘A Quiet Place’ and ‘Hereditary’, you also had a small film like ‘Searching’ that became one of the most successful experiments of the year and introduced us to a completely new form of narrative-driven films. Aneesh Chaganty’s debut film is a taut thriller that revolves around the frantic search of a teenage girl by her father....

’20/20’s’ coverage of Diane Downs and the actions that led her to be sentenced to life in prison is a good portrayal of what really happened. But, we can’t help but notice that a few key individuals of her “family,” so to speak, didn’t give those insightful interviews. And, one of them was her ex-husband, the father of the children that Diane had shot. What’s more intriguing is that even after Diane became the prime suspect and lost custody of her surviving children, or when she was convicted, the kids didn’t go live with Steve; they were adopted by the lead prosecutor in Diane’s case....

When Taylor Syring drowned to death off the coast of Corpus Christi, Texas, on October 5, 2012, authorities initially believed it to be a tragic accident. However, their investigation soon indicated otherwise, and soon the police were adamant about branding the incident as a homicide. ‘ABC 20/20: Wave of Deceit’ takes the viewer through the horrifying death and follows the police investigation that led to a shocking revelation. If you are intrigued by this case and want to know more about it, we have you covered!...

With Todd Philips in the director’s chair, the 2009 buddy sex comedy movie ‘The Hangover‘ does not lose its charm even if you have watched it a few times. Doug only wants to celebrate the last couple of nights before his marriage with his friends. There’s nothing illegal in having a little bachelor’s party, but be careful what you ask for. The lives of Doug’s friends are turned upside down when they wake up with a tiger in place of Doug....

Based on his eponymous nonfiction book, Adam Kay created ‘This Is Going to Hurt,’ a British medical comedy series that revolves around the day-to-day lives of the junior doctors working in a National Health Service (NHS) hospital. Set in 2006, the narrative focuses on the doctors’ personal and professional lives while they handle the emotional toll of working in arguably one of the most challenging work environments, that is, a hospital....

After being a father in the fourth episode of FOX’s action series ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ season 3, Judd comes across a startling guest in the fifth episode. As he spends his day in Station 126, Wyatt comes to see him with a revelation that changes his life forever. Wyatt’s arrival is followed by Marlene’s, who turns the pages of Judd’s past in front of his family. As tensions heighten in Judd and Grace’s household, one must be wondering who Wyatt and Marlene really are....

‘Euphoria‘ season 2 continues to put Rue and her friends into new troubles as they navigate the complexities of being a teenager. While learning about the aftermath of season 1, viewers get to meet Laurie, who is quickly becoming one of the scariest characters on the show. Despite her calm and composed demeanor, Laurie is a force to be reckoned with. The fifth episode of season 2 reveals some shocking details about Laurie’s life, including a mysterious locked room that will certainly catch the viewer’s attention....

Disney+’s musical film ‘Zombies 3’ revolves around three aliens, named A-Lan, A-Spen, and A-Li, who arrive at the town of Seabrook in a spaceship they refer to as The Mothership. The three aliens try to find a map that can guide them to a habitable planet as their mother planet gets destroyed. They invite Zed and Addison to The Mothership to explain their predicament as well. Not only The Mothership is an important setting in the film, but it also interacts with the three aliens, making the film more appealing....

As we all know by now, Netflix’s ‘Cheer‘ is an incredibly gripping documentary series that gives us an inside look into the world of cheerleading by following the top junior college programs in the nation. In other words, particularly in season 2, both Navarro College and their rivals Trinity Valley Community College take center stage as they prepare to compete for the annual championship in Florida. However, one of the most intriguing aspects here has recently been choreography and the fact that Brad Vaughan stepped away from Navarro for good, so now, let’s find out more about that, shall we?...