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SPONSORED LINKS 15. A Beautiful Mind (2001) Yes, it’s sappy, melodramatic, and formulaic, but it works in many places. ‘A Beautiful Mind’ depicts the life of John Nash, a mathematical genius who begins to develop paranoid schizophrenia. His life changes forever as he struggles to deal with himself and begins to question his true identity and the kind of pain his existence brings on to the people around him. His brilliant mind helps him confront the true demons of his inner self....

In the penultimate episode of the first season of ‘Bel-Air,’ Will (Jabari Banks) makes a decision about whether he wants to know more about his father, knowing that whatever he decides, it will have some repercussions. Viv (Cassandra Freeman) meets Janice and Helen, women who will determine if she will get the Neeman Artistic Fellowship. Phil (Adrian Holmes) fires Geoffrey (Jimmy Akingbola), and Ashley (Akira Akbar) makes it known to her family that the LGBTQ topic is very important to her, prompting Viv to wonder about her younger daughter’s interests....

Alternative endings are often filmed before being scrapped, and may be subsequently included as a special feature in the film’s DVD release. As creative and artistic people, auteurs and screenwriters often tend to diverge scenes and take them in many directions. Sometimes, the endings are prompted for revision on the request of the production execs. And at other times, directors warrant an alternative to fit the underlying tenet of the film....

‘Cha Cha Real Smooth’ is a comedy-drama film written and directed by Cooper Raiff. The film revolves around Andrew (Raiff), a bright 22-year-old fresh out of college youngster searching for his place in the adult world. In the process, Andrew forms a kinship with a young mother, Domino, and her autistic daughter Lola. How Andrew’s experiences with Domino and Lola shape him for his transcend into adulthood form the premise of this heartfelt and feel-good story....

‘Conversations with Friends’ is a modern film about modern relationships. Set in Dublin, the story revolves around four individuals — Frances (Alison Oliver), Bobbi (Sasha Lane), Nick (Joe Alwyn), and Melissa (Jemima Kirke) — and how a complex dynamic forms between them when they become attracted to each other. Frances is a college student and emerging poet. Before the show’s timeline, she was in a relationship with Bobbi. However, that ended, and they decided to remain friends....

In the age of franchise filmmaking, mid-credits and end-credits serve multiple purposes. Most frequently, they are used to offer a teaser to the fans of what is coming in a given franchise. The Marvel Cinematic Universe does this masterfully. The mid-credits and end-credits are also sometimes used for unadulterated fanservice. In some films and TV shows, they are utilized to wrap up any loose thread of the narrative. ‘Spiderhead’ stars Chris Hemsworth, one of the biggest franchise actors in Hollywood today, and Miles Teller, whose previous film ‘Tom Gun: Maverick’ (which was incidentally made by ‘Spiderhead’ director Joseph Kosinski) has turned out to be a megahit....

Created by Nick Walker, the British crime series ‘Annika’ revolves around Annika Strandhed, a Norwegian detective in the Scottish Police who moves to the Glasgow Marine Homicide Unit (MHU). Each episode of the show revolves around a gruesome crime she must solve. But the highlight of the narrative is the titular character’s relationship with her teenage daughter. What stands out in the series is the fact that the lead character Annika breaks the fourth wall....

SPONSORED LINKS ‘The Man Who Fell to Earth‘ is a sci-fi series based on the eponymous 1963 novel by Walter Tevis. The series follows a humanoid alien called Faraday, who has been sent to planet Earth for a single reason. Find the scientist Justin Falls who may be the last hope for the survival of Faraday’s species. However, the seemingly simple mission becomes complex when the CIA finds out about Faraday....

In a rural area near Danville, Virginia, a shocking double murder resulted from what the authorities thought was a murder-for-hire plot. The investigation ended with the people responsible behind bars. However, as the years passed, there were questions regarding the culpability of each of the culprits. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Fatal Vows: Second Chance at Death’ delves into the death of Julian and Charles “CJ” Lewis in October 2002 and the motive behind their murders....

There is a craze for Korean dramas, and this is pretty much unarguable. Yes, we still love to watch TV shows from America and Britain and all other countries that speak English, but it has been so long watching these shows that things seem a bit repetitive now. Yes, there are some great shows out there, the shows that challenge your mind and soul, but a change of scenery never did anyone any harm!...

There’s no denying that Colombian vallenato singer Diomedes Díaz had relationships with countless women while he was in his prime, but it’s also true that Luz Consuelo Martinez ultimately had his heart. After all, as explored in Netflix’s ‘Broken Idol: The Undoing of Diomedes Díaz,’ not only was she involved with the musician in the 1997 death of Doris Adriana Niño, but Luz was even his last formal partner, making her his true widow....

As a documentary series that delves deep into the underworld of not only fast fashion but also the society’s elites, Hulu’s ‘Victoria’s Secret: Angels and Demons’ is simply mind-boggling. That’s because it covers everything from Les Wexner’s provocative tactics to build the lingerie brand to his strange, lasting connection with Jeffrey Epstein to the horrific crimes committed by the latter. And amongst those whose accounts have been specifically detailed in this three-parter is Maria Farmer, who is believed to be the first survivor to report the disgraced financier to the authorities....

Morgan Metzer was looking forward to a fresh start after a divorce from her husband of 10 years, Rodney. But on the first day of 2021, she woke up to an intruder in her bedroom who violently assaulted her. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Evil Lives Here: He Pretended To Save Me’ has Morgan talk about their relationship and how the attacker turned out to be Rodney. So, if you’re wondering how Morgan is doing and where she might be today, here’s what we know!...

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Below Her Mouth’ tells the story of Jasmine and Dallas. Jasmine is engaged, and Dallas recently got out of a relationship. While spending the night with her best friend, Jasmine encounters Dallas. The latter shows interest in Jasmine, who tries to decline her advances but can’t deny that she finds her ways alluring. In the moment of losing control, Jasmine gives in to Dallas’ charms, and the two women embark on a passionate affair....

‘Primer’ is not just a film; it is an elaborate science puzzle. It is a film that makes ‘Inception’ look like a pizza commercial. To fully understand each and every aspect of ‘Primer’ requires multiple viewings. When you finally “get” the film, don’t be surprised if you feel ecstatic and victorious, not very different from how you feel when you are able to solve a difficult puzzle. But was ‘Primer’ intentionally made so dense and complex?...

SPONSORED LINKS Since debuting in 1979, American director Spike Lee has grown to be one of the most prominent directors. With a niche for African-American characters, the 61-year-old director has touched a variety of genres and themes in a career spanning over four decades. 13. Chi-Raq (2015) An adaption of Aristophanes’ ‘Lysistrata’, this 2015 flick focuses on the gang violence pervading in the city’s south side, the Englewood neighbourhood. While the film witnessed limited theatre release, the dexterous mapping of Lysistrata’s literary sensibilities and its adaptation in the modern-day susceptibilities helped it earn commendable critical praise....

When 18-year-old Stacey Hanna was found murdered alongside a muddy logging road in July of 1997, the residents of Richmond, Virginia, were left petrified. Although Stacey ultimately drowned to death, she had enough bruises on her face and body to indicate a homicide. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Murder Among Friends: The Girls of Belmont Avenue’ chronicles the horrifying death and shows how an efficient investigation helped the police bring the perpetrators to justice....

Based on the eponymous podcast by Rebecca Jarvis, ‘The Dropout’ is a miniseries that tells the story of Elizabeth Holmes, an overachiever with a troubled past who makes it big in Silicon Valley. She forges a promising path towards improving health care in the future. However, things do not go as planned. Although the series seems like a success story at first, it unexpectedly changes course when her life falls apart as her plan puts the lives of millions at risk....

Netflix’s ‘Valley of the Dead’ (alternatively titled ‘Malnazidos’) is a zombie action film based on Manuel Martín Ferreras’ 2012 novel ‘Noche de Difuntos Del 38.’ The Spanish film is directed by Javier Ruiz Caldera and Alberto de Toro. It takes place during the peak of the Spanish Civil War when the opposing factions are forced to form an alliance after the emergence of zombies. Captain Jan Lozano and his group search for the zombie virus’ origin in a bid to end the cataclysmic event....

Alex Warren is a social media personality and co-founder of The Hype House, the well-known conglomeration of Gen Z creators. He rose to prominence thanks to his creative vlogs on YouTube and has now gained over 14 million subscribers on TikTok as well. On the surface, his life may seem perfect, but Alex has had a rough childhood. When he was just nine years old, he lost his father, and the responsibility of raising him fell on his mother, who was herself struggling with alcoholism....