SPONSORED LINKS Too much of alcohol may not be good for health but it is definitely great for cinema. Alcoholics receive more audience attention than any other ordinary character. It feels like alcoholism adds layers to the character and gives a dark edge to the story. Sometimes, we hate such characters while in other instances, we pity them. Either way, they bag a lot of attention. Alcohol seems to be such films’ medicine....
Directed by Martin Sofiedal, Netflix’s Norwegian film ‘Blasted’ follows a corporate employee named Sebastian, who invites his client Kasper to his bachelor party to close a deal. Sebastian’s friends Audun, Pelle, and Mikkel join the two of them as the group arrives at the mountain valley town of Hessdalen. The friends unexpectedly encounter a group of possessed beings, refer to as aliens, who try to abduct them. The science-fiction film ends with Audun stepping up to save his friends Sebastian and Mikkel, risking his own life, from an astounding threat....
SPONSORED LINKS Pat Crowley introduced his venture Chapul on Season 5 episode 21 of ABC’s ‘Shark Tank.’ Chapul produces cricket-based flour, which, apart from being quite nutritious, also contributes towards sustaining Earth’s water supply. Such an interesting yet unorthodox product warranted a second look, and here’s what we found out! Chapul: Who Are They and What Do They Do? The brain behind Chapul, Pat Crowley, completed his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Psychology from Claremont McKenna College before going on to earn an MS in Watershed Hydrology from the University of Arizona....
HBO Max’s ‘And Just Like That…’ focuses on the emotionally charged romantic and social experiences of Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte. Residing in New York City and now in their mid-50s, the three stylish friends begin to question their old ways of thinking and find new ways of experiencing life. The ‘Sex and the City’ reboot frequently deals with the topic of age, and we regularly get to see the trio’s experiences with and opinions on being middle-aged — from Carrie’s hip surgery to Miranda’s refusal to dye her hair....
SPONSORED LINKS 16. The Simpsons The longest-running American television show and it hardly gets better than this. An animated show, the plot follows the life of the Simpsons – a working-class American family. The writers have depicted the working class condition, satirized religions, politicians and authority figures. The show has also had valuable commentary on education systems, environmental concerns, and they do all this while packing a laugh. It has gained notoriety too for uncannily predicting several events like Donald Trump’s presidency, Disney’s purchase of Fox and even smartwatches....
Directed by Kristoffer Rus in the director’s feature debut, the Polish-original teen romantic comedy travel movie ‘Into the Wind’ (‘Pod Wiatr’) is a fantastic and subtle love story that doubles as a coming-of-age of the female protagonist. After the death of her mother, Ania went through therapy. The film begins with Ania’s father escorting her to an opulent seashore resort to finalize the engagement of Ania with Kuba. However, Ania, eyeing the waiter and kite surfing instructor Michal, sparks tension in her family....
SPONSORED LINKS ‘Alone Together’ is a romantic drama film that highlights the relationship that two strangers share by bonding over their respective relationship issues when they somehow wind up in the same Airbnb in upstate New York City. Written and directed by Katie Holmes, she even stars in the drama along with some other talented actors and actresses, comprising Jim Sturgess, Derek Luke, Zosia Mamet, and Melissa Leo. The stellar cast performances enhance the overall quality of the narrative and keep the viewers hooked on the movie from the beginning to the end....
SPONSORED LINKS Developed by Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen, ‘Pam & Tommy’ is a biographical drama miniseries that recounts the controversy surrounding Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee and actress Pamela Anderson. After the couple got married in the year 1995, the media chanced upon an unauthorized sex tape that was secretly recorded during their honeymoon. The matter understandably took the public by storm and raised a lot of questions about their marriage....
Burt Templet’s shooting death at the hands of his son, Anthony Templet, in Louisiana garnered many headlines in 2019. The history that the father and son shared shocked everyone. The pattern of isolation and abuse that Burt put Anthony through eventually culminated in a shooting incident that Anthony claimed was in self-defense. Netflix’s docuseries titled ‘I Just Killed My Dad’ chronicles the torrid story and features interviews from people who knew how Burt really was....
One fateful morning in October 2014, South Africa woke up to the devastating news of the death of their national soccer team captain. Senzo Meyiwa, the young goalkeeper, was murdered during what appeared to be a botched robbery, spurring an extensive investigation. However, the myriad twists and various theories that floated around regarding what transpired only helped fuel speculation. Netflix’s ‘Senzo: Murder of a Soccer Star’ focuses on the investigation and the rumors surrounding Senzo’s death....
‘The Man Who Fell to Earth‘ episode 5, titled ‘Moonage Daydream,’ sees Faraday begin work on a mysterious machine that has even the genius alien flummoxed. His precarious partnership with the CIA-controlled tech-company Origin continues to give the persistent Agent Spencer Clay glimpses into the aliens’ plan. However, what the agent doesn’t realize is that Faraday and his human companion, Justin Falls, are actually working to stave off the destruction of their respective planets!...
‘Evil’ is a supernatural drama series created by Robert and Michelle King. It follows a priest in training, David Acosta, a devout man who teams up with forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard and tech expert Ben Shakir to investigate paranormal cases. The trio is employed by the Catholic Church and works as assessors. For the first two seasons, Bishop Thomas Marx (Peter Scolari) is present to guide the trio through their baffling discoveries and inexplicable experiences....
Written and directed by Ti West, the director of 2011’s ‘The Innkeepers,’ scintillating horror movie ‘X’ unveils a distinct period charm. The story is set in the late 1970s, as it chronicles a group of budding film crew in the process of making their very first adult production. They find a rundown home in rural Texas, which seems secluded enough for the output. However, the recluse homeowners catch them in the erotic act, which causes some trouble for the crew....
With Netflix’s ‘The Circle‘ having the perfect blend of drama, feuds, friendships, and flirtationships, there’s no denying that it is genuinely one of the most popular reality series’ at the moment. A significant reason behind it is its unique social media-driven, popularity-based premise, but let’s be honest, the ever-interesting cast members are the ones who make the whole thing work. So now that we know Yu Ling Wu is amongst these contestants in season 4, let’s dig deep and uncover all there is to learn about her personal as well as professional endeavors, shall we?...
SPONSORED LINKS In the year 2017, we met with a number of intimate stories and many passionate kissing sequences performed valiantly by the actors and statistically shot by their respective directors. Here is the list of best movie kiss scenes from the year 2017, which will lift your spirits high: 12. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (The Tough Task) The sequel to the 1995 sleeper-hit, ‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle’ features Dwayne Johnson and Karen Gillan indulge in a weird, almost successful kiss, during their course to get out of the game....
SPONSORED LINKS 12. The Time Traveler’s Wife (2009) Henry DeTamble is a librarian that can travel in time due to a genetic anomaly but cannot control the moment or destiny of these travels. After meeting Clare Abshire in a Chicago library, they fall madly in love and get married. However, this won’t be an easy because of his unexpected travels. “The Time Traveler’s Wife” is a heartbreaking movie that reflects on the meaning of life and love....
Netflix’s ‘Emily in Paris’ – a cross between Audrey Hepburn’s 1954 feature film ‘Sabrina’ and show-runner Darren Star’s classic staple ‘Sex and the City’ – takes viewers on a trip around the glossiest corners of Paris. The dramedy follows the adventures of the titular Emily Cooper (Lily Collins), a plucky twenty-something living in Chicago, whose job at a marketing firm takes her to Paris for a year. If you’ve already finished the show in one sitting and are currently racking your brains to find similar content, we have the exact thing you need!...
Created by Alice Oseman, Netflix’s romantic series ‘Heartstopper’ depicts the heartening tale of Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson, who start to cherish an admirable relationship irrespective of the severe challenges they face. Charlie and Nick try their best to overcome the homophobia of their peers to build a meaningful life together. The British show progresses through their efforts to get over the obstacles they encounter to strengthen their love for each other....
One of the most important aspects of making a successful action movie is the ability to align the story and sequences with the personality of the protagonist, who’s generally the USP of the film. Yes, the quality of the scenes itself is significant, but the ability to set a tone and make it work with the talents of the lead star sets the standard. Franchises often bound a director in trying different things with the narrative or visual appeal....
Netflix’s miniseries titled ‘Clark’ follows the story of Sweden’s notorious criminal, Clark Olofsson. Starting in the 1960s, he was someone who received an extensive amount of media coverage over the years and has spent most of his adult life behind bars. Furthermore, a bank robbery involving Clark later gave birth to the term ‘Stockholm Syndrome.’ While Clark is much older now, his story continues to fascinate many. So, if you’re curious about the same, we’ve got you covered....
