SPONSORED LINKS Plane hijacking is a really scary thing to see. The prospects of dozens of passengers being stuck in the sky with a couple of psychopaths with nowhere to go can freak anyone out. And then, thankfully, a brave young person comes to the rescue saving all the passengers. The fear that appears on the face of each hostage and the terrorizing looks of the hijacker directly touch the viewer’s nerves....
Until now, every time someone referred to an apocalyptic pandemic event, most of us were hardwired to think about the good old zombie flicks like ‘I Am Legend’ or ‘28 Days Later.’ However, now, since the whole scenario feels gravely real because of the outbreak of Covid-19, many movie lovers are finding their way back to the decade-old thriller—’Contagion.’ Back in the day when Scott Z. Burns was writing the film’s screenplay, he wanted it to feel real and did a lot of scientific research for this....
‘Cha Cha Real Smooth’ is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about Andrew, a young college grad who is slowly understanding himself and the realities of adulthood. Andrew forms a bond with Domino (Dakota Johnson) and her autistic daughter, Lola (Vanessa Burghardt), giving his life a new meaning. The comedy-drama film directed by Cooper Raiff sees Andrew’s charming personality earn him the job of a bar mitzvah party host. While Andrew revels in his job as a “party starter,” he continues to work at a mall food court outlet known as Meat Sticks....
In the ‘Star Wars’ franchise, Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen) is an elite mercenary and master assassin. During the reign of Darth Sidious, she was highly active in the criminal underworld, working for various syndicates across the galaxy, including the Hutt clan. However, after the fall of the Galactic Empire and the re-emergence of the republic in 5 ABY, things drastically began to change for the expert hunter and killer. In the course of the next four years, most of her former employers were taken into custody, and a bounty of 10,000 credits was placed on her....
‘The Dropout’ tells the story of Elizabeth Holmes, who founds the biotech company, Theranos after dropping out of Standford. However, she faces numerous challenges in keeping her company afloat. In the aftermath of John Carreyrou’s article questioning Theranos’ business practices and technology, the company comes under intense media scrutiny. As Theranos’ legal issues begin to mount, Elizabeth and her team face a new challenge when they come under investigation from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)....
SPONSORED LINKS Inspired by Bobby Crosby’s graphic novel of the same name, ‘Marry Me’ is a romantic-comedy movie that stars Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson, Maluma, and John Bradley. The Kat Coiro directorial revolves around a heartbroken pop superstar who, on the day of her wedding, decides to end her relationship with her musician boyfriend after learning that he has been cheating on her. In the spur of the moment, she lays her eyes on a random stranger and decides to tie the knot with him instead....
Created by Peter Ocko, ‘Moonhaven’ is a science fiction drama series that takes place on the eponymous moon colony. The Utopian establishment falls into turmoil after cargo pilot Bella Sway uncovers a grave conspiracy with the help of Detective Paul Sarno. The conspiracy threatens to end humanity’s hopes of saving civilization on the earth. The complex and intertwined narrative of the series deals with several themes. Moreover, it features engaging action set-pieces that supplement the interpersonal drama and mystery of the story....
Thaniel Block (Jason Schwartzman) is one of the new characters introduced in the second season of ‘The Righteous Gemstones.’ He is a New York Times journalist who has garnered a certain reputation in the priestly community for his articles exposing their indiscretions. Shortly before the release of the Gemstones’ 24/7 Christian streaming app, GODD, Thaniel’s exposé on Rev Butterfield and his wife comes out. Butterfield’s church was supposed to be featured prominently on the app....
Peacock’s ‘The Resort’ is a genre-melting series about love, loss, mystery, and time travel. It primarily has two timelines. In 2022, Noah (William Jackson Harper) and Emma (Cristin Milioti) arrive in Yucatán, Mexico, for their 10th anniversary. The vacation is supposed to be a celebration of an important milestone in their marital life, but it becomes apparent that neither of them is particularly happy. In 2007, Sam Knowlston (Skyler Gisondo) comes to Yucatán with his family and girlfriend....
When a talented college football player with a promising coaching career ahead of him turned up dead in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the community was devastated. Juan Joseph had his whole life ahead of him, only to lose it all while diffusing an argument. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Murder Under the Friday Night Lights: Do It for Juan’ focuses on Juan’s senseless slaying and how the authorities zeroed in on the ones responsible. So, if you’re wondering what happened, we’ve got you covered....
In the ninth episode of ‘Komi Can’t Communicate‘ season 2, titled ‘It’s just the second day of the school trip,’ Katou comes up with a plan for her group so that they can enjoy the second day of the school trip to the fullest. But since she is too fixated on the amount of time they spend everywhere they go and wants to do a lot of things in one day, she eventually upsets Sasaki....
‘Married At First Sight‘ offers a fresh new twist on the tried and tested concept of dating reality shows by bringing together a group of unacquainted singles who are coupled up by relationship experts. These pairs meet for the first time at the altar, where they are ceremoniously married before being sent off on a luxurious honeymoon. Later, the couples even get to test their compatibility in everyday life before making an informed decision on whether to stay together or get a divorce....
‘Light the Night‘ is a Taiwanese crime series that revolves around two women who run a Japanese-themed nightclub in Taipei catering to the demands of wealthy businessmen. Set in the 1980s, the series depicts the close relationship that these two women—Rose and Sue—share. Their pasts and love lives are intertwined, which causes some rifts between them. Alternatively known as ‘Blue Hour,’ the mystery series might appear to be soapier than usual and not so fast-paced as compared to other shows in the genre, but the engaging murder mystery aspect makes up for it....
Like ‘Love Is Blind,’ the spin-off series ‘Love is Blind: Japan’ follows singles who are ready to give love and marriage a shot with a stranger without seeing them. In the reality show, singles first interact through their individual “pods” before they zero down on a person they feel they connect with best. The new couples see each other in person for the first time after getting engaged. The series follows them as they learn about one another and contemplate marriage....
When Mark Mueller was found dead in the waters of Lake Michigan in North Chicago, Illinois, in the Fall of 1989, the police were determined to get to the bottom of the incident. Although Mark loved going to that exact spot to fish, people had no idea how he ended up in the lake water after being beaten to death. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Swamp Murders: Deadliest Catch’ chronicles Mark’s slaying and shows how an efficient police investigation brought the perpetrators to justice....
When infidelity combined with greed creeps into a happy and blissful marriage, it can have disastrous consequences. Such was the case for Nathan Paet’s blissful life. Nathan was an active member of the US Air Force and he was stationed at the Nellis Air Base in Las Vegas as a supply technician. His career also comprised his service in the Iraq War. He was a devoted family man determined to serve his country....
As a poignant documentary that explores what it’s like to go from victim to survivor through years of healing, Hulu’s ‘Leave No Trace: A Hidden History of the Boy Scouts’ is unlike any other. After all, it delves deep into the stories of a few men (out of 82,000) who’ve come forward with sex abuse claims against scout leaders as well as volunteers to ensure justice against the national institution. Amongst them is the persevering Ronald “Ron” Kerman — so now, if you wish to learn more about him, his experiences, and his current standing, don’t worry, we’ve got the details for you....
Every once in a while, a show comes along that slowly grows on you and then stays with you long after the post credit scenes have rolled. You eagerly await the next episode, hoping for the week to pass by quickly just so that you can know what happens next. And when it finally ends, your jaw drops to the ground. Yes, ‘Sharp Objects’ is one of those shows. In fact, not since ‘Mindhunter’ have I seen a show so carefully constructed, every shot meticulously planned, every scene painstakingly crafted and every word thoughtfully drafted....
Acclaimed director Peter Hedges (‘Dan In Real Life’) reared the 2018 familial micro-drama movie ‘Ben Is Back’ starring his son Lucas Hedges (‘Manchester by the Sea‘). The film highlights many shades of Julia Roberts and Lucas Hedges’ central roles, Holly and Ben. The storyline revolves around Ben Burns, an athlete dealing with opioid addiction. The film opens as he returns from his stint at rehab on Christmas Eve. Ben’s intense dynamic with his mother, Holly Burns, and the subsequent effect of his addiction on the family form the core of the drama....
Having turned a classic childhood game into a competition for nostalgia, a $10,000 grand prize, and a lifetime of bragging rights, ‘Floor is Lava‘ can only be described as equal parts silly, dramatic, and entertaining. After all, it follows different teams as they navigate hot rooms flooded with bright, bubbling lava either by leaping from stools, hanging from walls, or swinging from any other item available — yes, literally. This Netflix original is honestly the perfect example of what a game show is supposed to be with its hilarious wipeouts, constant commentary (thanks to Rutledge Wood), and “hotter than ever” twists and turns....
