SPONSORED LINKS It takes all a man has to succeed in this big, bad world. Some people pour every ounce of their being into a dream but sadly cannot even create even a ripple in the vast reaches of the universe. This list isn’t about those people. Nope. The list is about the rags to riches movies. 10. Rocky (1976) I remember an instance when I urged someone I knew to watch this legendary film which made Sylvester Stallone an icon....
The late sixties and seventies are rightfully acknowledged as Hollywood’s Second Golden Age. With the full collapse of the studio system, the rise of the counter-culture movement, Vietnam and Watergate – all served to unleash a new wave of filmmakers, films, stories and performances that haven’t yet been matched. The decade ended in 1979 with an amazing slate of films – some among the best-ever made and most of them standing the test of time....
SPONSORED LINKS There is no such format of television shows where Netflix has not shown a keen interest and produced something which has forced its competitors to up their games. From reality shows to true crime shows to animated shows for both adults and children- the streaming giant has gots its fingers in many-a-pie. When it comes to children’s programming, Netflix has already produced interesting children’s shows like ‘Super Monsters‘ and ‘Beat Bugs‘, and now they have come up with another such program called ‘Hello Ninja‘....
SPONSORED LINKS Patrick Hughes of ‘The Hitman’s Bodyguard‘ fame directed ‘The Man from Toronto,’ the fun action-comedy movie. The robust premise turns the bromance genre on its head. Teddy is a screw-up, but at least he can help the police catch the notorious titular assassin by taking on his identity. However, a commotion unfolds in the airplane carrying Teddy as the real Man from Toronto descends to settle the score....
Season 13 of Shark Tank introduced us to Ade + Ayo, a line of children’s clothing and products with a distinctly African flavor. If you are curious to know more about the start-up and how it is faring now, here is everything we have gathered! Ade + Ayo: Who Are They and What Do They Do? Ade + Ayo is a business based in Oakland, California, that offers children’s apparel and accessories with unique designs....
The Australian iteration of the Danish reality television show ‘Married at First Sight‘ or ‘MAFS’ features several strangers who are matched by experts and married off at the altar the first time they meet. After the ceremony, the show provides a glimpse into the lives of these couples as they head to their honeymoon and later try to live like a regular couple for a few days. At the end of the social experiment, their connection to each other is tested in the commitment ceremony, where they decide if they want to stay married or split up....
As a Netflix original Spanish reality series wherein the contestants aren’t even aware that they’re being filmed (and fooled) at all times, ‘Insiders‘ genuinely breaks every norm of the genre. That’s because it’s essentially a social experiment under the guise of a bit of television fame to explore precisely how far people can go not just to fulfill their desire to be the best but also for €100,000. Among them in season 2 was Tania Sarabia, who actually ended up burning several bridges, including her strongest one with Ainhoa — so here’s what we know of their connection today....
Following the same unique format as the original version, ‘Love is Blind: Japan’ looks to answer the critical question of whether emotional bonds can really conquer physical attractions or not. After all, in its attempt to prove that finding “the one” based on personality alone is possible, this reality series follows a set of hopeful singles as they meet, date, and get engaged, all without ever setting eyes on one another....
Why do people frequently choose love that is destructive, harmful, and perverse? Created by Leticia López Margalli for Netflix, the Spanish-original erotic thriller drama miniseries ‘Dark Desire’ (original title: ‘Oscuro Deseo’) provides an intense concoction of a murder mystery, a scandal with allures of incest, and a corruption tale to keep the viewers on the hook. A lawyer-professor unwittingly sparks off a steamy liaison with a handsome 25-year old student. Little does she know that the student is out to get his revenge on her husband....
If you have been reading this site, then you know I am a great fan of anime. Hell, I have watched more anime movie and series than regular TV series or movies featuring live people. Part of the reason is that a lot more can be done on the animated screen than in a normal show. You can push the boundaries of physics when it comes to action, or make the show more visually appealing by creating beautiful sceneries....
Created by Alice Oseman, Netflix’s romantic series ‘Heartstopper’ depicts the heartwarming-yet-intricate relationship of Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson, who meet each other as deskmates. Nick’s warm demeanor astonishes Charlie, who frequently suffers bullying from his seniors. The two of them start nurturing a pleasing friendship, which acts as the stepping stone of their life together. The first season of the British show ends with Charlie and Nick confronting the fate of their association, which is hanging by a thread....
‘WeCrashed‘ follows the story of the rise and fall of workspace sharing startup WeWork and the intriguing romance between Adam and Rebekah Neumann, the former being the company’s co-founder. Episode 4 delves into the company’s questionable and unbelievably extravagant business practices but also gives us a glimpse at a so-far unseen character — Adam’s father. Though the father seems overjoyed by his son’s success, the relationship between the two seems strained at times....
SPONSORED LINKS Created by Sam Levinson, ‘Euphoria‘ is a critically acclaimed teen drama that revolves around a group of high school students navigating the complexities of life. The second season commences with a spectacular premiere episode that pulls no punches and delivers on all the exciting moments fans had been anticipating. In the first episode of season 2, the teenagers gather for a New Year’s party, where after some reluctance, Rue and Jules reconcile....
With Hulu’s ‘Look at Me: XXXTentacion’ delving deep into the real, untold story of the polarizing artist who sadly lost his life in 2018, his and Geneva Ayala’s relationship is back into the spotlight. After all, the truth is that her domestic violence allegations against him are what twistedly kickstarted his true rise to fame in the first place, which makes his legacy extremely complicated. So now that she has publicly claimed their bond “was kind of like a fairy tale, but a really grim one,” let’s find out more about her past experiences as well as her current whereabouts, shall we?...
SPONSORED LINKS Directed by Gail Lerner, ‘Cheaper by the Dozen’ is a family comedy film based on the 1948 novel of the same name. Written by Frank Bunker Gilbreth Junior and his sister Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, the book is a semi-autobiographical account of the Gilbreth family that has already inspired four screen adaptations before this film. The latest iteration centers around the married couple Zoey and Paul Baker and their ten children....
Netflix’s British romantic series ‘Heartstopper’ revolves around the endearing relationship of Charlie Spring and Nick Nelson, who encounter several challenges, one after the other, that threaten their relationship. The series progresses through their efforts to sustain their togetherness irrespective of the obstacles they confront on the way. Kit Connor, known for his performance as the young Elton John in ‘Rocketman,’ portrays the admirable Nick. Joe Locke, making his on-screen debut, portrays the adorable Charlie....
When Henry Gowen (Martin Cummins) decides to go away from town as the eighth season of ‘When Calls the Heart‘ ends, it baffled viewers who had come to admire the character over the past few seasons for his admirable change and attempts to make amends. Does Henry’s move out of town mean that he has exited the show permanently or will he be returning? Let’s find out together. What Happened to Henry Gowen?...
SPONSORED LINKS Directed by John C. Donkin, ‘The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild’ is a computer-animated comedy film. The sixth installment in the Ice Age franchise centers upon the misadventures of possum brother Cash and Eddie. The duo, in search of a place of their own, ends up meeting a dinosaur-hunting weasel named Buck Wild, and the trio embarks on a quest to face dinosaurs and explore the world. Curious to learn more about the film’s premise or where it can be streamed?...
With a specific focus on the way maternal mortality rate in the national health care system disproportionately involves women of color, Hulu’s ‘Aftershock’ is as powerful as it is baffling. That’s because it not only delves deep into the stories of Shamony Gibson and Amber Rose Isaac through the eyes of their grieving families but also mentions Kira Johnson and Maria Corona. So now, if you wish to learn more about the way a new beginning suddenly evolved into a tragic end for the latter two women owing to no fault of their own, we’ve got the details for you....
Yoshihiro Fukagawa directed the romantic drama ‘Love Like the Falling Petals’ (originally ‘My Dearest, Like a Cherry Blossom’ or ‘Sakura no yōna boku no koibito’) with a magician’s precision and a touch of serenity. The story, borrowed from the 2017 novel by Keisuke Uyama, chronicles a short-lived romance, with metaphors reminding us of adrift times. Haruto looks at the world through his camera lens, hoping to capture a passing moment. On the other end, Misaki struggles with a disease that accelerates time....
