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In the Netflix miniseries ‘Inventing Anna,’ the titular Anna Sorokin surrounds herself with some intriguing, eclectic, and wildly talented people. For all the perceived superficiality of the high society circles she runs in, there are also some genuinely smart people in the mix. Based on Jessica Pressler’s 2018 New York Magazine article, the show introduces a colorful variety of characters that are versions of real people. Pressler’s article also mentions “the Futurist,” and since the show’s release, there has been a lot of speculation about who the tantalizing character might be based on....

With the New Hollywood Era maestro Steven Spielberg at the helm, ‘War of the Worlds’ is a mind-bending 2005 familial sci-fi thriller movie. Based on the 1898 novel by H. G. Wells, the story follows Ray Ferrier (Tom Cruise), a dock worker who reunites with his estranged children over a weekend. When diabolical aliens emerge from the ground and progress to annihilate the planet, Ray must reunite the children with their mother....

In the first two episodes of ‘The Gilded Age,’ Caroline Schermerhorn Astor or Mrs. Astor (Donna Murphy) appears only in a handful of scenes and still leaves an impression on the audience. She is introduced in the final scene of the pilot episode. Throughout the episode, we hear about her and can deduce that she must be an important figure in New York’s polite society. In episode 2, these presumptions are confirmed when she is treated like royalty when she appears at the charity bazaar hosted by Mrs....

‘Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber’ follows the meteoric and tumultuous rise of the titular transport company and its high-energy co-founder and CEO, Travis Kalanick. Based on the 2019 book of the same name by New York Times journalist Mike Isaac, the narrative drops audiences in the midst of a quintessential Silicon Valley storm, with cutthroat entrepreneurs, shrewd venture capitalists, and ever-rising burn rates on everyone’s minds. Apart from the remarkable and often audacious journey that Kalanick embarks on, the Showtime series also attempts to shed light on some basic financial and startup funding concepts to help audiences keep up....

After Sarma Melngailis met Shane Fox, aka Anthony Strangis, in 2011, her life slowly changed because of increasing secrecy regarding his lifestyle. Netflix’s ‘Bad Vegan: Fame. Fraud. Fugitives.’ chronicles Sarma’s rise and fall as one of the pioneers in the vegan restaurant industry in large part due to her relationship with Anthony. During their time together, he introduced Sarma via email to his associate, Will Richards. So, if you’re curious to find out more, we’ve got you covered....

Mercedes Woodbine’s personal life in Starz’s drama series ‘P-Valley’ is severely complicated. She despises her mother Patrice Woodbine for shattering her dreams and fails to take care of her daughter Terricka since she is not able to gain custody of the latter. Mercedes and Farrah Haynes’ endearing companionship gets affected by Cedric Haynes AKA Coach’s realization that the former is more interested in his wife than in him. While dealing with these intricate relationships, she shares appealing chemistry with Mane....

SPONSORED LINKS While defining Investigative Journalism in her book ‘Digging Deeper’, the author Sheila Coronel makes it clear that it’s not about the leak journalism or the insanely mad Paparazzi journalism that constantly invades personal space. It’s neither single source reporting nor the misuse of information. It’s about holding the powerful accountable and exposing how laws and regulations are violated in the garb of policies. It’s watchdog journalism that keeps the meek safe from the oppressor....

SPONSORED LINKS David Fincher’s filmography is almost completely filled with brilliantly executed suspense and thriller movies. Certainly, there is no one in world cinema who makes better thrillers than him. Even the TV show ‘Mindhunter’ is a testament to Fincher’s ability to turn crime stories into gripping thrillers. Having said that, there is one film in his filmography, that stands out. And that film is ‘Zodiac’. Why? ‘Zodiac’, arguably Fincher’s best film to date, is a shining example of patient filmmaking....

Mastering accents isn’t an easy job. For someone who is religiously ingrained in his speech and diction since birth in a certain way, it is extremely difficult to abandon that. As actors though, at times it isn’t a matter of choice. It becomes a test of how good their skill to adapt is. Even if you get the gist of the accent, it is important to perfect it and be subtle with your approach....

SPONSORED LINKS Isn’t it fun that every once in a while a movie comes along that completely f**ks up your brain? The films that are more like riddles or puzzles, the answers to which is very difficult to get at. Yes, you may come out irritated — or, completely mesmerized, in my case — but slowly, you have the temptation to watch the film again and again. Otherwise, you may choose to go to google or wikipedia....

SPONSORED LINKS Based on the 2014 adult fiction novel of the same name and the sequel to 2019’s ‘After’, ‘After We Collided’ is a romantic drama enveloped with all the makings of a coming-of-age romance. It revolves around Hardin (Hero Fiennes Tiffin), whose troubled past threatens to sabotage his connections with Tessa (Josephine Langford) as they both find themselves struggling with the complexities of the relationship. 7. The Kissing Booth (2018) If you’re on the lookout for teen drama and emotional turmoil set in high school instead of college, look no further than ‘The Kissing Booth’....

When the city of Atlanta in Georgia witnessed four murders in quick succession between September and December 2014, authorities realized they might have a serial killer on the loose. Moreover, a strange kind of .45 caliber ammunition connected all four murders, making it quite challenging for detectives to hone in on a suspect. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Signs of a Psychopath: Most People Would Be Haunted’ draws a vivid picture of the murder spree and shows how a random, unrelated crime led to the arrest of Aeman Presley, who later confessed to all four murders....

In the modern world, the only faction tending to entertainment that has franchises within franchises today is the MCU, and for right reason. You’ll understand this better if you’ll come to understand the very well-structured composition of the MCU. Well, we all know how it started, with a clank on a piece of metal sheet inside a cave by a man with an arc reactor inside his chest. The MCU literally owes it all to him, since the saga that spanned 11 years and 22 films spawned right here, with ‘Iron Man’ in 2008, with RDJ proving to be pivotal in setting the franchise up even further....

The British dating reality series ‘Love Island,’ which is a reboot of the original eponymous celebrity show, has a fascinating premise and a large fan base. It is built on the concept of a bunch of participants residing in a private, luxurious villa, where each person must pair up with someone in order to form a romantic relationship and sustain in the game. The competitors must endure several recurring challenges, re-couplings, and public vote, to eventually walk away with the winning prize of £50,000....

SPONSORED LINKS 15. American Psycho (2000) I am still unsure about my thoughts on ‘American Psycho’. I wouldn’t say it’s a film that has grown on me either but the film certainly opens up a lot of spaces for questions and thoughts. Patrick Bateman is a highly successful investment banker who hides his deranged, psychopathic alter ego from the corporate fraternity. His bizarre fantasies explode and culminate in a violent bloodshed....

In August 2006, a teenager who had her whole life ahead of her suddenly went missing, leaving her family with many questions. About a week later, their worst nightmare came true when she was found murdered in a desolate area. Investigation Discovery’s ‘See No Evil: Breakdown at Daylight’ reveals how Casey Crowder was killed after her car broke down on a highway and the surveillance camera footage led the police to the killer....

A young woman’s sudden disappearance in 2004 ended in tragedy when her body was discovered about 200 miles away in a different state. Just when an arrest seemed almost impossible, the authorities took a suspect into custody close to two decades after the incident. The first half of Investigation Discovery’s ‘Still A Mystery: Far from Home’ focuses on Courtney Coco’s murder and her mother’s unrelenting fight for justice. So, if you’re wondering what happened, we’ve got you covered....

Peacock’s ‘Angelyne’ is a limited series that tells the remarkable story of the self-styled famous-for-being-famous titular icon and her effervescent past. Through featuring on dozens of strategically placed billboards across Los Angeles, Angelyne reaches celebrity status. Meanwhile, her secret past, which she remains tight-lipped about, makes reporters increasingly curious, and astonishing details are slowly revealed. Created by Nancy Oliver, the show follows what appears to be a quintessential Hollywood icon, even including interviews with those that came and went from Angelyne’s life....

‘Bargain Block‘ is another show in HGTV’s long list of home renovation series and follows a talented couple — Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas — who buys run-down and abandoned properties in Detroit, Michigan. They then transform the places using their awe-inspiring skill set, and the finished houses are a perfect fit for those first-time homeowners. The renovated properties and the joy they bring to those who want them are truly a sight to behold....

Teenager Caleb Diehl was supposed to come home after hanging out with friends one night in March 2015. However, he was never seen after that. The investigation into the disappearance led the police to a man close to Caleb’s family, with disturbing things coming to light years later. The second season of Paramount+’s ‘Never Seen Before’ opens with Caleb’s case, the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and the person of interest. So, if you’re curious to find out more, we’ve got you covered....