Directed by Wolfgang Petersen and written by David Benioff, the 2004 film Troy is a historical war drama that is loosely based on Homer’s ancient Greek poem, Iliad. The legend of Troy has often been a part of popular culture and is one of the most talked-about stories. The movie depicts the tale of a war that lasts for over ten years when the wife of King Menelaus of Sparta, Helen, elopes with Paris, a Trojan Prince....
The question of whether psychics and mediums are real or not has been around for literally generations, but the fact of the matter is that no one can really form an opinion on them without experiencing their work. That’s why Netflix’s ‘Life After Death with Tyler Henry’ seems pivotal, especially as it revolves around the titular clairvoyant traveling across the nation to offer clarity and closure to those who’ve lost loved ones....
Directed by Ti West, ‘X’ is a slasher horror film. Set in 1979, the storyline follows a film crew led by strip-club owner Wayne (Martin Henderson) that arrives at a remote farmhouse in Texas to shoot a porn movie, hoping that it will make them popular. They think that the elderly owners of the farmhouse have no idea why they have come, but they are soon proven horribly wrong. ‘X’ accurately captures the feel of the late 1970s with its setting and the appearances of the characters....
NBC’s ‘Young Rock’ introduces a variety of colorful characters that make the journey of the titular future icon an all the more intriguing one. Season 2 finds our young hero arriving in Nashville, where he’s picked up by Bob Owens, a friendly, upbeat associate of Dwayne Johnson’s father. Bob says some pretty interesting things about his career as a wrestler (like being “undefeated at losing”) before dropping off a slightly bewildered Dwayne at a motel....
Among the seemingly large clutter of superhero movies in the modern age of cinema and television consumption, ‘The Umbrella Academy’ is in more ways than one, a breath of fresh air, and in more ways than that, strangely reminiscent of more than a few well renowned superhero arcs you have seen translated on-screen before. Think X-Men, which is also evidently the most obvious comparison, with the impressive visual character of ‘Watchmen’ sans the dark tone, and a hint of the violence from ‘Kick Ass’ peppered with generous bouts of situational humour and clever dialogue....
There are times when the acts of human cruelty surpass anything horrifying one could ever come across. The massacre of almost a million people in Rwanda is one such terrifying fact. ‘Trees of Peace’ is set during this time. It focuses on the survival story of four women who are trying to stay alive by hiding in a small room. The film captures the horror of trying to endure a regime that is doing everything in its power to exterminate your people....
The seventh episode of HBO’s science-fiction series ‘Westworld’ season 4, titled ‘Metanoia,’ follows Bernard Lowe and Maeve Millay’s efforts to save the world by fighting Charlotte Hale. The duo teams up with Ashley Stubbs and Frankie Nichols to put an end to Hale’s tyranny. Hale attempts to initiate the next step of her plan for the sake of her kind. As she sets out for the same, she encounters an unforeseen enemy....
Food Network Canada’s ‘Great Chocolate Showdown’ is a reality TV series that pitches ten home bakers against each other. They have to show their mastery over chocolate baking and confectionery, which could earn them a grand prize of $50,000 in the end. Every episode has an elimination round which puts the contestants in danger of being sent home. The show takes place in an expansive space specially designed for baking purposes....
SPONSORED LINKS The sensational teenage drama ‘Gossip Girl’ has Kristen Bell (as the Gossip Girl) and Blake Lively (as Serena) taking the centre stage. Gossip Girl as a character is a blogger who controls the entire narrative and reveals secrets of people of interest, with her “agents” spread around the suburb. The series revolves around upper-class, filthy rich adolescents who reside in NYC’s Manhattan – Blair Waldorf who’s the proverbial queen bee of the entire scene and envied by many, is flanked by Serena, the girl who’s back after her mysterious disappearance and who’s also friends with Blair, Dan, the self-proclaimed outsider who’s trying his stint being a writer, Nate – Blair’s boyfriend, Chuck – the bad boy a....
The political environment of any country has a hold on its present and future. If you don’t think democracy is a gift, then look towards the countries that still don’t have that luxury. The current state of Sudan is not only a devastating affair but is also an eye-opener for people who have the power to choose their own leaders. How are you using this power and do you understand the full measure of the impact your decision can have on the future of not just your country but the world?...
‘Love is Blind‘ is a reality TV series on Netflix that features 30 singles on the quest for love as they enter the arena of speed dating. Over ten days, they interact in rooms separated by a wall so that they cannot see each other. If and when they form a connection and decide to get engaged, they get to meet each other in person for the first time. After they spend time together and become acquainted with each other’s families and living conditions, the couples then choose to either get married in the finale or go their separate ways....
Directed by Sian Heder, ‘CODA‘ is a remake of the 2014 French movie ‘La Famille Bélier’ that chronicles the life of Ruby, a 17-year-old girl who is the only hearing member of a deaf family. She helps her parents and brother with their fishing business and connecting to other people but finds her true calling in music after joining the school choir. But when her teacher asks her to consider a professional education in music, Ruby is torn between her dreams and her love for her family, who are dependent on her....
After two long years, Netflix’s ‘Indian Matchmaking‘ is back again with more cast members, more dating, more desi spiels, more drama, and even more wholesome moments than ever before. However, we do see some old faces like Aparna Shewakramani, Nadia Jagessar, and Pradhyuman Maloo in this exciting second installment, with the latter actually having a partner by his side. So now, if you wish to learn more about the affluent Mumbai (formerly Bombay) native as well as his romantic relationship with public figure Ashima Chauhan, we’ve got the necessary details for you....
‘Atlanta‘ season 3 episode 6 takes Alfred/Paper Boi and his crew back to London after their concert in Budapest. The sixth episode, titled ‘White Fashion,’ sees Alfred appointed to a fashion brand’s advisory committee. While Alfred grapples with the complexities of diversity and representation, Earn has an unexpected encounter with Van. Elsewhere, Darius’ quest for authentic Nigerian food leads to a friendship with a woman named Sharon. In the end, Alfred is forced to contemplate the impact of his new role while Earn faces a dilemma....
In the ninth episode of the sixth season of ‘Billions,’ titled ‘Hindenburg,’ Mike Prince (Corey Stoll) is out for blood. He had spent years planning the Olympic Games in New York, and Chuck’s (Paul Giamatti) dogged campaigning took that away from him. Now, he wants revenge. Meanwhile, Chuck correctly figures out that Mike will not accept defeat quietly, so he prepares himself for the inevitable counterattack. “Dollar” Bill and Mafee visit Michael Prince Capital....
It’s been more than 35 years since Ridley Scott’s neo-noir sci-fi ‘Blade Runner’ (1982) released. Since then, it has gone on to become one of the greatest sci-fi films ever made. What made it so special? Brilliant cinematography, a beautiful soundtrack composed by the great Vangelis himself, great acting, engaging dialogue, and just like any good sci-film, it leaves us pondering over many questions. This is not the film one can get and appreciate on just one viewing i....
In Apple TV+’s drama series ‘The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey,’ protagonist Ptolemy Grey suffers the loss of his great-nephew Reggie, who gets killed under mysterious circumstances. When he realizes that the authorities aren’t going to invest their time in the case, he sets out to find Reggie’s killer himself. His investigation ends upon confirming that Alfred, Reggie’s wife Nina’s ex-boyfriend, killed Reggie. In the sixth and final episode of the show, Grey comes to know about Alfred’s motive and tries his best to exact vengeance on him....
Marilyn Monroe was one of the most recognized actors of her time and remains popular even after all these years. However, her sudden and premature death has been a source of significant controversy over the years. Netflix’s ‘The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes’ provides an insight into the model’s life and all the theories surrounding her death using archival interviews of people from her life. Eunice Murray, the housekeeper who was the last person to see Marilyn alive, was part of the controversy because of her inconsistent statements regarding that night....
Directed by Jeff Tremaine, ‘Jackass: The Movie’ is a hilarious reality slapstick comedy movie that follows the nine original cast members of the hit MTV reality TV series ‘Jackass’ as they perform even more crazy stunts, skits, and pranks in front of the unsuspecting public. It is a continuation of the show and has four sequels of its own. Given the adrenaline-filled dangerous stunts and the potentially self-harming pranks that the cast members perform, it often makes one wonder whether the movie is as real as it claims....
Along with Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson’s enchanting relationship, Netflix’s British romantic series ‘Heartstopper’ follows Nick’s journey of self-exploration as he tries to figure out his sexual orientation. Even though he initially identifies himself as straight, the days he spends with Charlie motivate him to question his belief. He seeks the help of the internet to know whether he is gay or later bisexual. Since Charlie gives him adequate space and time to figure out the same, Nick makes progress in his journey and finally realizes what he really is....
