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SPONSORED LINKS “Kidnapping” or “abduction” is one of the most heinous crimes there is. And certainly, it would be grotesque to derive any pleasure out of someone’s kidnapping. Having said that, we humans are complex beings. While we (any decent human being) don’t enjoy kidnapping or, for that matter, any crime in real life, there is an adrenaline rush in watching crime-related (or heavy violence) movies. More often than not, we are rooting for the victim to pull through, and we think that’s what we enjoy watching: the good’s win over evil....

‘Bridgerton’ season 2 brings together a variety of unexpected couplings, making the vintage-era London set romance drama series an intriguing story to follow. In the substantial list of “will they won’t they” couples is the surprising entry of youngsters Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington. As some might remember, Colin has a particularly heartbreaking experience in season 1 when it is discovered that the lady he is courting, Marina Thompson, is pregnant with (not his) child!...

‘1883’ pits our protagonists against one difficult task after another. As the narrative progresses, the group of travelers led by Shea Brennan has seen various casualties plaguing them, and death seems to be lurking at every turn of their journey. In the fifth episode, the group faces off against a group of bandits. The conflict escalates, and most of the main characters, including immigrant leader Josef (Marc Rissmann), find themselves in a dire situation....

In Harlem, New York, authorities had to deal with a handful one afternoon in October 2019. Escalating arguments between neighbors led to a double murder, arson, and suicide. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Fear Thy Neighbor: The Enemy Upstairs’ delves into the conflict between Hampton Smith and Bruce Anderson and how it all ended in a tragedy that took three lives. So, if you’re curious about what happened, we’ve got you covered. How Did Hampton Smith and Yvette Rivera Die?...

Although no ‘Die Hard,’ small-town action thriller ‘American Siege’ packs a good deal of wall-to-wall action. And when coupled with the stoic face of Bruce Willis, it becomes a movie you can hardly resist. Helmed by Edward Drake, the story follows an ex-convict searching for truth. Ten years after the mysterious disappearance of Brigit Baker, her boyfriend Roy comes out of the prison to exact his wrath on the sleepy township of Fitzgerlad, Georgia....

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Nope’ is a science fiction thriller movie that follows the lives of the residents of a secluded ranch in California, who witness something beyond their wildest imaginations. These mysterious events affect both humans and animals. Written and directed by Jordan Peele, the mystery film is made even more enthralling by the brilliant onscreen performances of a talented cast ensemble comprising Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Steven Yeun, Brandon Perea, and Michael Wincott....

Created by Rose Matafeo, ‘Starstruck’ is a comedy series that follows the life of Jessie, a young woman from New Zealand in her 20s juggling two jobs in London, where she shares a flat with her best friend, Kate. However, Jessie’s life soon takes a wild turn when she hooks up with a stranger, Tom, on New Year’s Eve only to discover later that the person she had a one-night stand with is a renowned film star....

Netflix’s mystery series ‘The Fame Game’ centers around the intricate private and public life of Anamika Anand, a famed Bollywood actress who disappears a day without any known whereabouts. Anamika’s disappearance exposes the startling life she leads as a superstar in one of the largest film industries in the world. Since the Indian series explores the nuances of stardom and Bollywood with shocking honesty, one must be wondering whether the show is based on real events and Bollywood actors....

‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty‘ is a sports drama series that chronicles the rise of the LA Lakers basketball team to the top of the sport. The series features fictionalized versions of various real-life figures who played an important role in the LA Lakers’ history, especially during the “Showtime” era under owner Jerry Buss. The third episode of the series introduces Pat Riley, a retired basketball player seeking to start a new chapter in the world of basketball....

Netflix’s ‘Snowflake Mountain‘ is quite an exciting survival reality show which brings together a group of wealthy but spoilt 20-somethings and transports them to a survival camp in the middle of nowhere. Interestingly, the parents of these young adults are exasperated with their lifestyle. Hence, hoping to turn things around, they trick the group into believing that they are going to shoot a reality show in a five-star resort. Yet, in actuality, survival experts Matt Tate and Joel Graves take the young adults on a journey of discovery, while the show rewards the one who develops themselves the most....

In 2000, a disturbing phone call to Samantha Guthrie’s family meant they called the authorities right away to report her missing. But the story only ended in tragedy when the teenager’s body was found in a wooded area a few weeks later. Investigation Discovery’s ‘The Murder Tapes: The House on Lillian Street’ chronicles how the authorities traced all leads back to a house in Akron, Ohio, where Samantha was killed. So, let’s find out what happened then, shall we?...

SPONSORED LINKS 10. Thanks For Sharing (2012) ‘Thanks For Sharing’ is not a sex movie precisely. It is the story of three disparate characters who are learning to face a challenging and often confusing world as they struggle together against a common demon: sex addiction. Even though the film is actually a romantic comedy, the shadow of characters’ past — of sex addiction — looms large throughout. Overall, a great one-time watch....

Peacock’s ‘Love Island USA‘ is an exciting reality show that brings a slight twist to the genre. Interestingly, it starts like any regular dating reality show as a group of single men and women are tasked with finding their perfect partners while staying in a resort, which is cut off from the rest of the world. However, herein lies the twist, as each contestant has to remain paired up at all times to avoid elimination....

Created by Michael Tolkin, ‘The Offer’ is a biographical drama series that retells the story of how Albert S. Ruddy produced the evergreen mafia movie ‘The Godfather.’ Director Francis Ford Coppola’s adaptation of Mario Puzo’s novel of the same name would revitalize not only the dying genre but also become a revered piece of cinema history. However, there were plenty of challenges in the film’s production, and the Italian-American mafias of New York City were a major threat....

Created by Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Andrew Ross Sorkin, ‘Billions’ is a drama series that tells the story of the conflict between hedge fund billionaire and philanthropist Bobby Axelrod (Damian Lewis) and district attorney turned Attorney General of New York Charles “Chuck” Rhoades, Jr. (Paul Giamatti). In the final episode, the conflict comes to an end for now when Bobby manages to flee to Switzerland, a country that doesn’t have an extradition treaty with the US for certain white-collar crimes....

‘The Girl from Plainville‘ delves into the story of Conrady Roy III’s death and the role played by his girlfriend, Michelle Carter, in the tragedy. The Hulu miniseries depicts how the two teenagers’ relationship evolves and the subsequent trial against Michelle when text messages between her and Conrad are discovered. Faced with an involuntary manslaughter charge, Michelle’s defense brings in Dr. Peter Breggin, an expert witness, to prove Michelle’s innocence. The doctor’s testimony, though convincing at first, remains highly disputed....

Titled ‘Recent Memory,’ season 9 episode 9 of ‘When Calls the Heart‘ witnesses a tense situation for Hope Valley residents as Wyman Walden returns to town. While Lucas and Bill silently hope that the brilliant plan they have devised to nab him works out, Elizabeth gets worried about her boyfriend’s safety. Nathan also faces his share of woes as Mei Sou leaves for Chicago, unsure about when she would return....

Created by Peter Ocko, ‘Moonhaven’ is a science fiction drama series that revolves around Bella Sway, an Earth pilot and smuggler accused of a crime and sent to Moonhaven. Set 100 years into the future, the titular place is a utopian community built on the Moon to come up with ideas and solutions to the problems that are likely to annihilate civilization on Earth once and for all. Soon, Bella finds herself in the middle of a conspiracy to gain control over Moonland and its artificial intelligence....

‘Are You the One?’ is a reality show that follows a group of contestants, consisting of single men and women, as they try to find love while living together in a holiday destination for ten weeks. The producers secretly pair up the contestants into couples with the help of a matchmaking algorithm. During the stay, their collective aim is to identify these perfect matches selected by the algorithm. If the group succeeds in spotting all the matches, a grand cash prize is shared by the entire group, and they also potentially find their soulmate in the process....

‘Barefoot’ is a 2014 romantic comedy movie helmed by Andrew Fleming that chronicles the journey of Jay Wheeler, the “black sheep” son of a wealthy family, and Daisy Kensington, a psychiatric patient who has grown up in isolation her entire life. As the two get to talking and bonding, he decides to take the naive young woman home for his brother’s wedding. Jay plans to convince his family that he is taking life seriously and has finally found his soulmate in Daisy....