Helmed by Harry Keller and based on the novel by Clair Huffaker, ‘Seven Ways from Sundown’ is a classic Western movie following Seven Jones, a young Texas Ranger who must capture an outlaw and deliver him to justice. As they bypass deadly Apaches and persuasive bounty hunters, the policeman and the criminal form a lasting bond. While the latter does not attempt to get away, he strikes a deal with Jones to work together....
Lifetime’s ‘Trapped by My Sugar Daddy’ is a gripping thriller movie directed by Lindsay Hartley. The storyline revolves around Carly, an 18-year-old girl who gets enamored of a charming 50-year-old man named Mr. Smithford. Despite the age gap and the apprehensions of her mother, Sarah, Carly begins to date him as he spoils her with fancy dates and expensive gifts. This causes a massive rift between Sarah and Carly, as the former finds something sinister about Mr....
SPONSORED LINKS Often cited as one of the greatest animated films, ‘Spirited Away’ (2001) is a coming-of-age fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki about Chihiro Ogino, an often sullen 10-year-old girl who in the midst of gloomily moving to a new neighbourhood, enters the spirit world. After her parents are transformed into pigs by the witch Yubaba, Chihiro takes a job working in Yubaba’s bathhouse in an attempt to find a way to free herself and her parents and return to the human world....
With Leticia López Margalli at the helm, Spanish-original erotic thriller telenovela ‘Dark Desire’ (‘Oscuro Deseo’) is one of the raunchiest shows to have ever descended on Netflix. After meeting a mysterious boy named Dario, Alma’s deepest desires manifest. With the simultaneous death of Brenda Castillo, Alma’s best friend, the story spirals out of control. The series packs all kinds of romance to entice the viewers – one woman takes two suitors, while the male protagonist woos both mother and daughter....
SPONSORED LINKS Created by Masamune Shirow, ‘Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045’ is a science fiction action anime that is set in 2045, when artificial intelligence has become an indispensable part of human life. Most governments use this advanced technology to manufacture and sustain wars. Major Motoko Kusanagi knows the entire politics behind it all too well, and after distancing herself from the Public Security Section 9, she has led the mercenary group GHOST and engaged in proxy wars worldwide....
SPONSORED LINKS 18. Kong: Skull Island (2017) Two driven entrepreneurs nail down a contract with the government to explore a previously uncharted and inaccessible island. With a team of recently returned American soldiers (from the Vietnam war), the two embark on a journey of unmeasured proportions which proves to be a catastrophic expedition. They encounter a folklore legend and the island’s master, Kong, and now must try to hatch an escape plan as other death looms large....
‘After We Fell’ is a romantic drama movie based on the eponymous 2014 adult fiction novel by Anna Todd. Directed by Castille Landon, the story revolves around the turbulent relationship of Tessa and Hardin, and how it gets affected by her decision to move to Seattle for work. Things also get shaken up by the arrival of Tessa’s estranged father Richard, as well as the couple’s past insecurities and traumas. However, the strength of the couple’s relationship gets tested the most after a dark revelation about Hardin’s family....
Based on the Dutch television series ‘Blind Vertrouwen’ (translated as ‘Blind Faith’), ‘Temptation Island’ is an intriguing dating reality show that first premiered in 2001. It features numerous couples who agree to move in with a bunch of single individuals to evaluate the stability of their relationships. Over the course of each episode, the couples try to decide whether they will depart together with a deeper knowledge of one another or will succumb to temptation while engaging with the singles....
Anime has been really popular and successful for some time now. Their unique way of telling the story and stunning visuals are two of the attributes which make them so loved. But anime has a much unique way of creating and displaying their characters. They are the factors which hold the entire plot and keep the viewers interested. If you are a regular anime consumer then it’s certain that you have felt that there were certain characters who were just the best....
Just days before Thanksgiving in 1971, one man pulled off a daring plane hijacking and disappeared mid-air, leaving people wondering for years who it was. All the authorities had was one name: Dan Cooper, which later became D.B. Cooper as it circulated through the press. Netflix’s four-part docuseries’ D.B. Cooper: Where Are You?!’ delves into Tom Colbert’s investigation into Cooper’s real identity. Bill Mitchell, who was on the plane that day and remembered seeing Cooper, shared his story on the show....
Created by Jannik Tai Mosholt, Kaspar Munk, Ida Maria Rydén, and Christian Potalivo, the Danish original sci-fi thriller series ‘Chosen’ unveils a world of brooding intrigue. The series follows Emma, whose quest for the truth about the townsfolk leads her to a moment of self-discovery. With the arrival of a mysterious organization and an even more mysterious substitute teacher in the tight-knit community of Middlebo, Emma finds herself charting troubled waters....
With HBO Max’s ‘The Last Movie Stars’ exploring both the personal as well as the professional relationship between Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, it’s undeniable they were a power couple. They were married for more than five decades (until his passing in 2008), they welcomed three children while also partly raising three more from his previous union, and they even made 16 films together. Everybody thus loves to believe the duo had a perfect life, but the truth is they did have their fair share of rough patches, and taking that away is like taking away all their efforts, per their daughter Clea....
SPONSORED LINKS 10. The Great Outdoors (1988) ‘The Great Outdoors’ completely takes place outdoors and makes serious “indoors” in our hearts. A family’s serene escapade into nature is threatened and nearly spoiled by close relatives who arrive unannounced. The hilarious scenes between the families are enough in number to sail through a flawed and imperfect screenplay. The ensemble quietly shines amidst awkward comedy and testing personalities. Read More: Best Anorexia Movies of All Time...
‘How a Realist Hero Rebuilt the Kingdom’ or ‘Genjitsu Shugi Yuusha no Oukoku Saikenki’ is a fantasy isekai anime inspired by the light novel series of the same name written by Dozeumaru and illustrated by Fuyuyuki. The anime revolves around a university student named Kazuya Souma, who mysteriously gets transported into an alternate world to become the hero of a kingdom facing political and economic distress. Once he becomes the king, Kazuya starts working and ushers in radical changes instead of making unrealistic promises....
The Showtime anthology series ‘The First Lady’ delves into the lives of three influential first ladies of the United States. The show depicts definitive moments in the lives of the three women in the time leading up to them becoming FLOTUS and their time in the White House. The first season simultaneously follows Michelle Obama (Viola Davis), Betty Ford (Michelle Pfeiffer), and Eleanor Roosevelt (Gillian Anderson) through their respective journeys, shifting from one timeline to another....
SPONSORED LINKS Featuring stand-out performances by Channing Tatum, Jane Adams, Kevin Nash, Q’orianka Kilcher, and Ethan Suplee, ‘Dog’ is a comedy-drama movie that focuses on the wild journey of Army Ranger Briggs and his dog friend Lulu along the Pacific Coast in the hope of making it to the funeral of their fellow soldier in time. On their way, the duo faces unforeseeable challenges and even cheat death to find a unique perspective on happiness while keeping their hopes of seeing their friend one last time....
‘Dopesick,’ created by Danny Strong, is a drama series based on Beth Macy’s novel of the same name. The series explores the impact of OxyContin – an opioid-based drug launched by Purdue Pharma – on American society and its role in the country’s opioid crisis. While the drug adversely affects several characters, Bridget Meyer is one of the first to question Purdue Pharma’s claims regarding OxyContin and its marketing. Meyer’s investigation is crucial in encouraging others such as Rick Mountcastle and Randy Ramseyer to investigate Purdue Pharma....
Created by Tomás Eloy Martínez, ‘Santa Evita’ is an Argentine historical series that starts with the death of Argentina’s First Lady, Eva Perón. After battling cervical cancer for a long time, Eva passes away, much to the grief of her husband, President Juan Perón, and the people of her country. Her embalmed body is put on display to provide the masses with the last view of their beloved first lady. However, a regime change within Argentina delays Eva’s burial for several years....
‘Euphoria’ season 2 picks up during the second semester of the East Highland High teenagers’ junior year. After a glowing season premiere, the second episode continues to throttle ahead with full speed and elaborates on various storylines set up in the previous episode. One of the most intriguing plot developments in the season 2 premiere is the unexpected coming together of Sydney Sweeney’s Cassie and Jacob Elordi’s Nate. Cassie and Nate’s sexual encounter and subsequent hookup have left viewers worried that Cassie’s season 1 mistake might be repeating itself....
SPONSORED LINKS ‘The Rising of the Shield Hero’ is an isekai fantasy anime that is inspired by Aneko Yusagi’s Japanese light novel series of the same name. The show follows Naofumi Iwatani, an otaku who becomes a Cardinal Hero after being summoned to the kingdom of Melromarc from modern-day Japan. After getting betrayed by his own allies, the protagonist still manages to continue his fight for the greater good. After the critical success of the first installment and the overwhelmingly positive response from the viewers, the anime is now all set to return with new episodes....
