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Directed by Tony Scott, the 2004 action thriller movie ‘Man on Fire’ is based on the eponymous novel by A. J. Quinnell. Although the book was adapted into an earlier film version in 1987, the presence of Denzel Washington in the central role gives the narrative an edge in the adaptation. It follows a former CIA officer turned bodyguard who goes on a revenge spree to get back 9-year-old Lupita “Pita” Ramos after she gets kidnapped from his custody....

‘The Boys’ follows the story of a group of normal people who are on the mission of ridding the world of its mightiest superhero. In its world, with great power comes the absolute certainty that a person is going to be a device of destruction. The show offers a fresh take on the superhero genre and delivers a plot that often takes dark twists and turns. In between, however, we get comic relief, which balances the tone of the story....

Cross-border relationships aren’t always easy as the partners must deal with differences in lifestyle, habits, and customs. TLC’s ‘90 Day Fiance‘ opens a window into several such relationships as it revolves around US citizens engaged to foreign partners. The show documents how the foreign partners come over to the United States on a K-1 visa, although they are compelled by law to marry within 90 days or face deportation. While ironing out all issues within three months is quite challenging, ’90 Day Fiance’ documents how each pair fights for love in their unique way....

Netflix’s ‘Iron Chef: Quest For an Iron Legend‘ is an exciting competitive cooking show that brings together five industry stalwarts, or Iron Chefs, and pits them against promising challengers who are making their mark in the culinary world. Each episode features a fierce cook-off between an Iron Chef and a Challenger, where each participant is expected to use a secret ingredient in all of their dishes. Ultimately, after the dishes are judged and graded, the challenger with the most number of points gets to challenge all five Iron Chefs at once in a bid to win the Iron Legend title....

Disclaimer: Major spoilers ahead. Read this after catching up on all of ‘Game of Thrones. And do it quick, before your Facebook feed spoils it for you! Yet again, the time is upon us. The weapons are sharpened. The horses are fed. The sigils can be seen and the chants can be heard at a distance. The countdowns have begun. The memes have begun pouring at their earnest. Now the watch for ‘Game Of Thrones’ begins again....

The good old 90s. When video games meant game parlours and slot machines, when Sachin Tendulkar was a debutante, and after-hour specials meant two hours of cartoons right after school. Also known as the golden time for cartoons, all thanks to the Cartoon Network and Hannah Barbera productions, the 1990s was a time full of nostalgia and magic. Relive your childhood here with this list of top 90s cartoons from the 90s....

‘Love On the Spectrum‘ is a heartwarming dating reality show that revolves around people on the autism spectrum who are looking for true love. After being introduced to these wonderful people, we get to accompany them on their journey as they experience the highs and lows of relationships, often for the first time in their lives. Just like any other dating show, ‘Love On the Spectrum’ offers not just incredible love stories but also shows how individuals living with autism deal with heartbreak and rejection....

Having already appeared in the Australian editions of ‘The Bachelorette‘ (season 4) and ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ (season 2), Nathan Favro is no stranger to being right in the spotlight. However, what’s new in terms of his presence on Netflix’s ‘Byron Baes‘ is that this time, he truly went above and beyond to make his latest romantic involvement with Sarah St. James work. He even admitted that he was ready to settle down for good — so now, if you wish to know more about his connection with the musician as well as their current standing, we’ve got the details for you....

In ‘Bel-Air’ episode 7, Will (Jabari Banks) and Lisa (Simone Joy Jones) suddenly find themselves becoming star-crossed lovers as the election campaign heats up. Will arranges a party for a demoralized Carlton (Olly Sholotan). The provocative video that Hilary (Coco Jones) made in the previous episode gets uploaded to the internet without her knowledge. We finally learn under what circumstances Viv (Cassandra Freeman) quit painting. She gets into an argument with Phil and leaves for an art fair in San Diego....

A wonderful coming-of-age reality series, HBO Max’s ‘Sweet Life: Los Angeles’ follows a group of 20-something African-Americans as they navigate everyday life in the busy city of Los Angeles. While the members are all longtime friends and natives of the city, cameras document them as they support each other and deal with issues that generally affect young adults. Moreover, the show also brings in a perspective of race as it showcases the reality stars’ determination to live their dreams and achieve black excellence....

1996 permanently established the Coen brothers as modern visionaries. With ‘Fargo’, they entered the elite club of filmmakers who can do no wrong. The wonderfully plastered and soulfully performed kidnapping gone-wrong thriller etched itself in the history of celluloid as a truly groundbreaking masterpiece. It materialized into universal acclaim for the Coens, also fetching them their first Academy Awards. FX decided to revamp the film as an anthology television series. Creator Noah Hawley talked the idea with the Coens over a phone call with his baby strapped to his chest, which possibly might be the most important phone call in television history....

Originally titled ‘Incastrati,’ Netflix’s Italian series ‘Framed! A Sicilian Murder Mystery’ centers around Salvo and Valentino, two TV technicians who get entwined in the chaos and consequences of the murder of Alberto Gambino by chance. Set in Sicily, Italy, the comedy series progresses through the predicaments Salvo and Valentino confront when they try their best to disassociate themselves from the murder. Directed by Salvatore Ficarra and Valentino Picone, the show was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, receiving praises for its engaging narrative and performances while recording impressive viewership on the streaming platform....

All it takes is a gun in your or your enemy’s hand to know the true nature of your spirit. Movies and guns are like fairytales and angels; both compliment their existence and empower each others’ roots. Time is the evidence, that ever since film-making evolved, violence has been the backbone of cinema. From petty larceny to world wars, movies and its usage of gunfights have been bringing chills down people’s spines....

The mysterious murder of Holly Strickland, a loving mother, has long troubled her family. What seemed like a casual stroll in the backyard ultimately ended in her untimely death. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Secrets, Lies & Private Eyes: The Bullet and the Bounty’ focuses on private investigators looking into Holly’s slaying about seven years later to see if they could find enough to convince the authorities to reopen the case. So, let’s find out what happened then, shall we?...

Apple TV+’s ‘Black Bird’ is a limited crime drama series that delves into the case of James “Jimmy” Keene, a drug dealer turned FBI informant under the most unexpected circumstances. After all, he made a deal to infiltrate a detention facility for the criminally insane to elicit a confession from suspected serial killer Larry Hall, all in exchange for a wholly commuted sentence. Little did he know, though, that his quest would also lead him to get involved with dangerous individuals such as Vincent “The Chin” Gigante — so now let’s find out more about the latter, shall we?...

Created by Jordan Weiss, ‘Dollface’ is a comedy series about a young web designer named Jules. After her longtime boyfriend unexpectedly breaks up with her, she feels like the axis in her life has shifted. It is then that she realizes how she has cut herself off from all her friends. Therefore, the series revolves around how Jules navigates her way back into the lives of all the incredible women she was friends with....

‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ is a mystery drama film directed by Olivia Newman (‘First Match’) that follows Catherine “Kya” Clark, a resourceful young girl who grows into difficult adulthood. A tumultuous relationship with football star Chase Andrews leads to her getting roped into a murder investigation as a key suspect. Given the film’s grounded nature and emotional narrative, it is natural for viewers to wonder whether it is inspired by actual events....

With Brandon Camp at the helm and based on Jenna Evans Welch’s eponymous first novel, the Netflix original English-Italian bilingual romance dramedy movie ‘Love & Gelato’ is a treat for your senses. While mixing the coming-of-age genre with a travel movie ambiance, the film chronicles the journey of Lina Emerson through Tuscany, the picturesque Italian citadel. In the process, she comes to meet Alessandro and Lorenzo, but she must separate love from betrayal....

The sixth episode of TNT’s post-apocalyptic series ‘Snowpiercer’ season 3 centers around Layton’s attempts to find out the person behind the fire and explosion that happens on the Snowpiercer. Bess’ investigation leads her to the Tail, forcing Pike to be on the run. Miss Audrey tries her best to convince a wheelchair-bound Wilford to take advantage of Layton’s vulnerability. Josie suggests a Tailie tradition to resolve the predicament between Layton and Pike, which ends with startling consequences....

SPONSORED LINKS In the latest episode of ‘The Expanse,’ Avasarala tries to get Camina on her side in order to fight against Marco Inaros. He has come up with a new strategy that has posed a threat upon other planets, and Avasarala now wants to protect her crew. Despite Holden trying to warn her against the trouble she might end up inviting, she is determined to defeat Marco. If you haven’t watched episode 5, take a look at the recap....