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‘Marry Me’ is a romantic comedy film starring two of the biggest stars in the genre — Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson. Katalina “Kat” Valdez (Lopez) is a global pop star who discovers that her fiancé, fellow Hispanic popstar Bastian (Maluma), is having an affair with her assistant on the day of the wedding. They were supposed to get married during a concert in front of 20 million fans. Facing yet another heartbreak, Kat randomly chooses math teacher Charlie Gilbert (Wilson) and tells him that she will marry him....

Directed by Jasmeet K. Reen, Netflix’s ‘Darlings’ is an Indian black comedy drama movie that follows a mother-daughter duo living in a lower-middle-class neighborhood. When Badrunissa ‘Badru’ Shaikh realizes that her abusive husband, Hamza Shaikh, will not reform or make her life easier, she teams up with her mother, Shamshunissa, and decides to seek revenge on him, which gets a bit clumsy. Both women take Hamza hostage and put on an act by filing a missing person report at the police station....

Directed by Kevin Ko, ‘Incantation’ is a Taiwanese horror movie made in a mockumentary style that revolves around Li Ronan and her daughter as they try to deal with some horrific religious curse. Ronan broke a religious taboo six years ago for which she was cursed. Little did she know that her actions would affect one of her loved ones. Now, she must do everything in her power to prevent her daughter from facing the consequences of her actions....

Based on the online trend that took over the world about two years ago, Netflix’s ‘Is It Cake?’ invites a few incredibly talented bakers to create delectable confections, only to make them look like anything but cake. In other words, it is a baking competition wherein professional cake artists are required to make hyper-realistic illusions from scratch for a chance to win thousands in each round, plus a $50,000 grand prize....

As a Netflix original series that can only be described as equal parts compelling and entertaining, ‘Pirate Gold of Adak Island’ revolves around a treasure hunt you simply cannot miss out on. That’s because it follows a slew of exciting personalities as they hunt for gold coins buried among the harsh Alaskan wilderness over a century ago by a pirate who was as ruthless as he was cunning. So now, with an estimated $365 million quite literally on the line, if you wish to learn precisely how much of this production is authentic — if at all — we’ve got the necessary details for you....

The genre of psychological thrillers holds a lot of promise. You know that the plot will be exciting, you know that you can’t trust anyone, especially the protagonist. You are always on the lookout for foreboding and signs that might become important later. It becomes the most effective form of a thriller because you have to guess what’s wrong here. All in all, it is a very indulging experience and the more exhausted you feel by the end, the better film it is....

ABC’s ’20/20’ brings to the forefront an age-old case that found its due justice way later. But was the justice given, completely fair? That is a question up for much speculation. Janet Abaroa’s death, not only left her family grappling with grief but also left her son, motherless. While the road to justice can be an uphill battle, this one was ridden with a particular clue all along the way until the truth came to light....

American film actress Jennifer Lynn Connelly began her career as a child model. Born on 12 December 1970, she won Academy award for supporting role for movie “A Beautiful Mind” in 2002. She also went on to win Golden Globe and BAFTA for the same movie ( though her best performance according to me is in “Requeim for a dream”. Here is the list of top 12 Jennifer Connelly movies....

Steven Stayner became a household name in 1980 when he returned home after being kidnapped about seven years earlier. Despite the severe trauma that he dealt with when he lived with his kidnapper, Steven made a life for himself, marrying and having children. Hulu’s ‘Captive Audience’ delves into the circumstances surrounding Steven being taken and how he finally escaped, saving a 5-year-old in the process. It also features his wife, Jody, who talks about her life with him....

‘Murderville’ is a mystery series that combines sitcom tropes with improv comedy to create a unique interactive experience for viewers and the performers. Each episode features a special guest star trying to solve a murder case while working alongside Detective Terry Seattle of the Homicide Department. In the series premiere, noted comedian and talk show host Conan O’Brien finds himself in the hot seat after being paired up with Terry to solve the murder of a magician’s assistant....

In the Netflix docuseries ‘I Just Killed My Dad,’ the viewers learn of teenager Anthony Templet’s tragic story of how he was separated from his maternal family by his father before a shooting brought them together again more than a decade later. Patricia Jenkins, Anthony’s maternal grandmother, is featured on the show and talked about the guilt she dealt with when she let Anthony go many years prior. So, if you’re wondering what happened and where Patricia might be today, we’ve got you covered....

‘The Wasteland’ is a Spanish language horror movie that tells the story of a young boy’s fight against a sinister force in a bid to protect his mother. The film, directed by David Casademunt, unfolds in a distinct setting that amplifies the characters’ paranoia about the situation they are facing. Naturally, the lack of clarity over where and when the film takes place will undoubtedly make the viewers curious about those details....

From the producers of ‘Chernobyl‘ comes a genre-defying television piece, ‘Giri/Haji’, that portrays the ripple effect of a single murder across two cities. The series, created for BBC and Netflix, is a soulful detective drama that centres around a Tokyo detective in search of his brother in London. It explores a powerful tale of morality and redemption that crosses physical borders and cultural boundaries, revealing the dark, broken, but humane side of its people....

Based on the long-running eponymous British show, ‘Love Island’ is a reality TV series that follows a group of singles, referred to as Islanders, as they share a bond with each other in hopes of finding love, friendship, or any bond to last longer on the show. After several recouplings and vote-based eliminations, the couple who manages to entertain the viewers and get their support simultaneously takes the grand prize of $100,000....

SPONSORED LINKS Korean movies have forever been known for their soulfulness and the convincing performances of the actors, among other salient characteristics. While we have figured out the “Best Korean Movies of All Time,” by the means of this list, we will showcase which Korean romance dramas are our favorites, the ones which you should watch at your first leisure before any other movie. Having said that, another salient feature of many Korean movies is the element of crudeness – be it gritty violence, rib-tickling comedy, fast-paced action, or heartwarming romance....

Miyako Koshikawa, Tomomi Matoba, and Fumi Tsubota teamed up to create the warm and stimulating female-centric romance series ‘Fishbowl Wives’ from the original manga by Ryo Kurosawa. The story of the series follows Sakura Hiraga; a wife stuck in a failing marriage with her abusive husband. Although it’s all glitters and sunshine from the outset, Sakura feels suffocated, and the rest of the story follows the course of her liberation. Five other wives who live in the same tower condo as Sakura experience their respective sexual awakenings in different story arcs....

‘For All Mankind‘ might be a science fiction series, but human relationships still remain at its core as it begins its third season. In the series, Ed Baldwin (Joel Kinnaman) and Karen Baldwin (Shantel VanSanten) start off as a loving couple who are the center of some of the most dramatic storylines. While the series focuses on the ongoing space race and various efforts made by NASA to establish its dominance in space exploration, the Baldwin couple’s life is adversely affected by these developments....

SPONSORED LINKS 12. The Dancer (2016) This French biographical musical film is about legendary dancer Loie Fuller’s relationship with protégé and rival Isadora Duncan. Starring Soko as Loie Fuller, Gaspard Ulliel as Louis, Mélanie Thierry as Gabrielle, Lily-Rose Depp as Isadora Duncan and François Damiens as Marchand; the film’s success lies in its casting. ‘The Dancer’ applies a unique choreography, music and talent to create a poetic masterpiece. Read More: Best Dance Scenes in Movies...

SPONSORED LINKS 12. Buried (2010) Though not “exactly” set in a room, ‘Buried’ makes me feel nauseated whenever I tend to think about it. It’s a story of a truck driver (Ryan Reynolds) who wakes up inside a coffin with only a lighter, a dying cell phone and a little air to breathe. A movie that promises a dose of panic, anxiety, and disorientation combined, without a pill. Read More: Best Movies Based on Agatha Christie Novels...

HBO Max’s four-part docuseries ‘Menudo: Forever Young’ focuses on the boy band’s origins in Puerto Rico and its increase in fame worldwide over time. Edgardo Diaz, the creator and manager of the group, had a constantly changing line-up to ensure Menudo maintained a certain youthfulness. However, over time, several allegations of sexual abuse have been made against him. Bolivar Arellano, a photojournalist, was one of the first to kick off the controversy by going public with the accusations....