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‘Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman’ is a horror-thriller film that goes above and beyond to detail the life and early offenses of the titular serial killer, with a particular focus on her manipulations. After all, although Aileen slew seven men within a mere 12 months while she was in her early 30s (1989-1990), she’d begun her journey with petty thefts, alleged taboo sexual encounters, and lies. The most intriguing element in her entire tale, though, is the complex relationship she shared with her older brother, Keith Wuornos, so now let’s find out more about the same, shall we?...

When the Godfreys returned to their home in Anchorage, Alaska, on a typical night in August 2002, little did they know of the tragedy that awaited them. This is a story of a vengeful wronged lover who decided to take matters into her hand that ended up with two dead bodies and a severely injured survivor. The complex case is meticulously unraveled in Investigation Discovery’s ‘Primal Instinct: Frozen Heart.’ To many, the high-profile real-life tale of murder with a twist might seem straight out of a movie....

Lifetime’s ‘Fallen Angels Murder Club: Friends to Die For’ is a thrilling mystery movie by Lifetime. Directed by Rhonda Baraka, it follows Hollis Morgan, an ex-convict who joins a book club to pursue her passion for reading. All the members of the club have criminal records and aim to start life afresh. However, soon Hollis and her friends find themselves embroiled in a multiple murder investigation. Now, she must employ her sleuthing skills to find the killer before they strike again....

CBS’ sitcom ‘How I Met Your Mother’ comprises several endearing characters. From the protagonist Ted Mosby to the ever-loved Barney Stinson, the characters of the show always succeed in moving the viewers’ hearts. Jason Segel’s Marshall Eriksen is also one among them. As Ted’s best friend and Lily’s partner, Marshall does steal our love with his admirable demeanor. Ted and Marshall’s friendship and his love for Lily are two of the focal points of the show’s narrative from its inception....

‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty‘ is a pizzazz and glamour-filled take on the Los Angeles Lakers as they establish their renowned “Showtime” era of dominance in basketball during the 1980s. The series features various crucial moments from the LA Lakers’ history and focuses on notable stars such as Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, among others. One name that is synonymous with basketball fans and the Los Angeles Lakers supporters, in general, is Kobe Bryant....

Directed by Jonas Åkerlund, ‘Clark’ is a riveting crime drama series on Netflix that depicts the life and crimes of notorious Swedish gangster Clark Olofsson. Best known for his role in the infamous Norrmalmstorg robbery in 1973, he is credited with inspiring the widely studied psychological phrase Stockholm Syndrome. Not just that, Clark escaped prison numerous times and also had a colorful love life involving affairs with multiple women. The series further depicts his marriage to a woman named Marijke, with whom he has two children....

‘The Girl Before’ is a complex psychological thriller that primarily tells the story of two women, Jane Cavendish (Gugu Mbatha-Raw) and Emma Matthews (Jessica Plummer), who come to live in the same house three years apart and become romantically involved with the architect and the owner of the said house, Edward (David Oyelowo). It is revealed that Emma died under mysterious circumstances. And before her, Edward’s wife Elizabeth perished in a tragic incident that also claimed the life of her and Edward’s only son, Max....

Set in Croatia, Netflix’s murder mystery film ‘The Weekend Away’ centers around the disappearance and eventual murder of Kate, while she spends a weekend with her best friend Beth. Upon Kate’s murder, Beth stays back in the foreign country and decides to solve the mystery behind her friend’s murder. She encounters a taxi driver named Zain to help her with her own investigation. The film progresses through Beth’s investigation and the severe consequences of her findings....

‘Vikings: Valhalla’ created by Jeb Stuart, is a historical drama series that follows a group of Norsemen who embark on a grand adventure to restore the glory of their kind. The series is a sequel to ‘Vikings‘ created by Michael Hirst, and takes place in the 11th century. It features some of the most renowned Vikings from history but also shines light upon some lesser-known faces. Therefore, viewers must be curious to find out whether Freydis Eiriksdottir from ‘Vikings: Valhalla’ is a fictional character or has a historical counterpart....

When singer Kelly Khumalo was at home with her boyfriend and loved ones one night in October 2014, she could never have imagined the turmoil that awaited her in the future. Senzo Meyiwa, the South African soccer team captain and her boyfriend, was shot in her house during a botched robbery. Netflix’s ‘Senzo: Murder of a Soccer Star’ delves into the investigation that ensued and the suspicion that swirled around Kelly’s possible involvement in the murder....

SPONSORED LINKS With his soft voice, alarmingly sweet smile and soulful eyes, Mickey Rourke was the heir apparent to Brando and De Niro, destined for greatness. He settled into roles easily, inhabiting the characters he portrayed with an ease and natural ability that was impossible not to notice. He started his career in two of the biggest flops ever made, Steven Spielberg’s 1941 (1979) which he followed with Michael Cimino’s Heavens Gate (1980)....

‘Power Book 4’ or ‘Power Book IV: Force’ is a sequel and the third installment in the ‘Power‘ franchise. The crime drama series revolves around fan-favorite Tommy Egan as he closes the New York chapter of his life to start afresh. On his way to California, he makes a pit stop at Chicago. But the events in Windy City interrupt his plans, and he soon gets drawn into its dark underworld....

Even five years ago, a film like ‘Triple Frontier’ would have been hailed as Netflix gold. However, the release of ‘Roma’ last year on Netflix, coupled with the upcoming releases of ‘The Irishman’ and ‘The Laundromat’ has significantly upped the bar for what is considered the standard for Netflix original film releases, and well, film releases in general. In that, ‘Triple Frontier’ is not ground-breaking material, but as far as entertainment is concerned, Netflix’s latest knocks it out of the park with a bloodied steel club; it is that gritty, so much so that I would have happily paid to watch the film in a good cinema....

Based on the first campaign of ‘Critical Role,’ adult animated fantasy adventure series ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ is a fun-filled and action-packed dramatization of the fascinating world of ‘Dungeons and Dragons.” Critical Role’ segments are built on voiced gameplay segments from the popular game, and this series ups the ante with dynamic and old-school animation. The series follows the Vox Machina in their adventures, mostly delving into the history of Percival De Rolo....

Steven Knight’s ‘Peaky Blinders‘ revolves around the Shelby family, who are part Irish Catholic and part Romani. They are the leaders of the eponymous street gang, which is based on the historical gang of the same name that was active from the 1880s to 1910s in Birmingham. ‘Peaky Blinders’ is a period crime drama series filled with violence, style, and time-appropriate clothes and set designs. The show also has a supernatural element attached to its narrative, which predominantly derives from the Romani background of the characters....

In Netflix’s ‘Hustle’, Juancho Hernangómez plays the role of Bo, a promising basketball player who is discovered by a talent scout, Stan Sugerman. Bo comes from a humble background, trying to make a good living to support his family. His love for basketball leads him on a journey that tests his mettle – both physical and mental. All through it, Stan coaches him and becomes someone that Bo can rely on completely....

If you don’t put too much thought into ‘Baywatch’, the 2017 movie, you are bound to find it mildly entertaining. Based on the television show of the same name, the movie has all the elements to become a success. This includes an intriguing plot about a mysterious woman, a shady drug trafficking ring, some shocking murders, and sizzling cast members who take to running on the beach in the classic slow-motion style, that became a favorite during the original show....

SPONSORED LINKS In 1981, the New York Times declared him America’s greatest actor. Long before that, before his great success on film, the acting guru Sanford Meisner said, “There are two great actors in America, the first is Brando, whose best work is behind him, and the second is Robert Duvall.” What’s noteworthy is that over the years we are lucky to have witnessed so many good Robert Duvall movies....

SPONSORED LINKS 12. Pi (1998) A movie made by the hands of Darren Aronofsky, is bound to create a lot of restlessness. And on top of it the movie happens to be laden with the magic of numbers. The movie gets you high on the puffs of money. The movie revolves around Max Cohen, who disguises his narration and makes his say. He is a junkie, a stock junkie. The movie brings together the very famous dominance of obsession and paranoia....

The working dynamics of Hollywood studios are an interesting thing. Most of the famed production companies are either lobbying to remake revered classics in one form or another, while the rest rely on sequels, in the hope of striking gold once again, as they did with the first movie. However, sometimes, studios are so sure about the film’s success that they announce a line-up of films following it even before the first one hits theatres....