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Created by Danny McBride, ‘The Righteous Gemstones is a black-comedy series that revolves around the eponymous family, which runs a network of megachurches. The show offers a satirical commentary on organized religions and their inherent hypocrisy through its set of complex and colorful characters. The Gemstones are Evangelical pastors but have no qualms about breaking the doctrines they preach to their massive congregation. Harmon Freeman is related to the Gemstones through his father, “Baby” Billy (Walton Goggins), who is the maternal uncle to Jesse, Judy, and Kelvin....

SPONSORED LINKS Jordan Peele seems to be a directorial force like no other as his second film as director, ‘Us’ (starring Lupita Nyong’o and Winston Duke) intrigued me as much as, if not more than, his previous outing ‘Get Out’. ‘Us’ delivers the unexpected, intelligibly mixing genres, transcending conventional storytelling boundaries and yet delivering a strong message about race and identity. Soon after its release, ‘Us’ had both the audience and the critics raving about it, with many calling it a masterpiece....

SPONSORED LINKS Undoubtedly, Twin Peaks has to be one of the biggest milestones in David Lynch’s career. The filmmaker who gifted the Hollywood contemporary classics like Mulholland Drive came out with this show in 1991 which revolutionized television. This show is praised for its quintessential black humor and surrealistic setting. Initially, it was cancelled after two seasons because of poor ratings, but rose from the ashes after twenty-five years with a limited series (which more or less) had the same effect as its predecessor....

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Platinum End’ is a dark fantasy supernatural anime inspired by the Japanese manga series of the same name written by Tsugumi Ohba and illustrated by Takeshi Obata. The show follows Mirai Kakehashi, a teenager who loses his parents at a young age and is forced to live with his abusive relatives. After failing to find happiness for years, he decides to take his own life, only to be saved by an angel who grants him supernatural powers....

SPONSORED LINKS 7. Outsourced (2006) Todd Anderson (Josh Hamilton) works as a salesperson at a Seattle novelty products company. He discovers that he must go to India to keep his job as his entire department has been outsourced. Initially, after arriving in India, Todd, who is often referred to as Mr. Toad by his colleagues in India, resents the sudden turn of his fate. But the more time he spends in India, the more he falls in love with it....

SPONSORED LINKS Medical dramas are a special branch of television shows which have been popular for quite some time now. These shows are usually centered around the staff of a hospital and focus on their interpersonal relationships and their ability to provide medical care in the tensest of situations. The best part about a medical drama is that there is always some heart-pounding dramatic moments involving medical emergencies. Among the many medical dramas which we have seen over the years, few have been able to make a mark outside of their genre....

SPONSORED LINKS Among the many different varieties of tv shows which have existed since the format came into being, reality shows have always been one of the most popular genres to watch. From game shows to shows based on certain situations (like ‘Big Brother‘), to shows which follow the lives of celebrities from close quarters- we have seen several types of reality shows in all these years, with each of them having a steady audience base....

Bubba Wallace’s steady and upward career trajectory forms the primary focus of Netflix’s docuseries, ‘Race: Bubba Wallace.’ The gifted NASCAR driver was under the national spotlight when he decided to use his platform to speak out against racial inequality. The series also features Bubba’s fiancée, Amanda Carter, who has supported him and his career throughout. So, if you’re curious to find out more, here’s what we know! Who is Amanda Carter?...

SPONSORED LINKS Bruce Willis is a name to reckon with. A name that instantly reminds us of a visibly bald, badass action hero, whose patience hangs by a thread. As we know many great, veteran actors living today are known for few of their signature movies, we know Bruce Willis primarily for his stint in the Die Hard film series. Playing the protagonist John McClane, a detective with the Police Department, who seemingly doesn’t care a damn about the consequences, Bruce Willis managed to awe us with his breathtaking action sequences (most of which he performed himself), his quirky monologues and his sarcastic, condescending overtone....

Human behaviour is one of the most interesting topics to ponder upon. What drives us, what makes us tick, and all the other scientific and philosophical inquiries about the unknown. One of the aspects of humanity that makes for an interesting topic is sexuality. The problem is that we still don’t talk about it as openly as we need to. This has led to taboo-ising of the stuff that is not mainstream, which further leads to closeting of the people who don’t conform with what is expected....

The 2016 short horror thriller ‘Curve’ follows a nameless woman trapped on an ominous smooth concrete surface. Literally trying to claw her way to safety, the woman is faced with a gaping chasm that could spell her doom. Written and directed by Tim Egan, the film presents a hard-hitting vision of dread, fear, and hopelessness in under 10 minutes. The details are scant and the film’s sole character’s fear is the only aspect we know for certain....

Netflix’s ‘Anatomy of a Scandal’ tells a tantalizing story about consent, entitlement, and power. It follows James Whitehouse (Rupert Friend), a Member of the Parliament and home office minister in a Tory government; James’ wife Sophie (Sienna Miller); and barrister Kate Woodcroft (Michelle Dockery). After James gets arrested for allegedly raping his political aide, Olivia (Naomi Scott), Kate is the one who prosecutes him. It is later revealed that Kate went to Oxford with James and Sophie and was known as Holly Berry at the time....

Developed by Jenna Bans – the creator of ABC’s ‘Off the Map’ – ‘Good Girls’ is a crime comedy series on NBC. It follows three Michigan-based mothers, two of whom are sisters. With their backs against the wall, they decide to pull off an unlikely heist at a suburban supermarket. Despite their hesitation, they gather more money than they initially expected. In the process, they attract the attention of the supermarket manager and local criminal gangs....

Netflix’s ‘Keep Breathing’ is a survival show that focuses on the struggles of a young lawyer, named Liv, who is forced to fend for herself when stranded in the middle of a forest. The six-part miniseries displays Liv’s smartness in figuring out ways to keep herself alive while trying not to make any fatal mistakes. Watching her assess the situation and come up with ways to counter the challenges, the audience is made to put themselves in her place....

In what can only be described as an explicit account of a bizarre tale that goes way beyond anything we’ve ever known, Netflix’s ‘Bad Vegan’ chronicles the saga of Sarma Melngailis. After all, because she was allegedly promised financial stability as well as the immortality of her dog, she somehow went from a renowned vegan restauranteur to a convicted felon. So now that we know the details of Sarma’s life and strange experiences, let’s delve deeper into the person who actually grew up right alongside her — her elder sister, Ilze Melngailis — shall we?...

Created by Natalia Klein, who also portrays Verônica Morticia and serves as the main narrator, ‘Maldivas’ is a comedy thriller show that revolves around residents of the eponymous condominium in Rio de Janeiro. Liz Lobato (Bruna Marquezine) comes to Maldivas to find her estranged mother, Patricia Duque or Leia but discovers that Patricia’s apartment is on fire. Believing that her mother has died under mysterious circumstances, Liz uses her training as a forensic scientist to figure out what really happened....

‘Ozark’ season 4 part 2 brings the slow-burn crime drama to a truly chaotic point. Multiple characters make conscious decisions to delve deeper into the gritty underbelly of organized crime and politics, none more so than the central Byrde family. The latter half of season 4 also sees a spate of sudden deaths of long-running characters. Even the Navarro cartel, which usually does the killing, fields some casualties of its own....

Hulu’s ‘Maggie’ is a romantic comedy with a twist. The lead character has a unique talent, which allows her to see the future. While some might think that the ability to look into the future will make one’s life easier, it actually ends up creating more problems. The show follows Maggie’s struggle at dating when the future of every relationship is clear to her from the beginning. It also focuses on her family and friends, who keep her sane as she tries to understand her powers and decipher what every vision means, especially when it concerns her own fate....

The fast modernising world has left little space for individualism. Cold calls, mass outreach programs, and corporate megalomania dominate social interactions in our contemporary times, creating for us a superficial world far resigned from reality. ‘Sorry To Bother You’ tries to throw light on that and probes into modern-day consumerism through the lens of race relations and class divide. Directed by debutant Boots Riley, the eccentric augur-like prophetization revolves around the journey of Cassius Green from rags to riches and the simultaneous changes in his personal life....

Netflix’s ‘Swap Shop‘ is a reality series that follows a group of business-minded individuals as they tune into the titular radio show to buy, sell, or trade in different kinds of valuable items. After all, it not only allows them to strike some sweet deals — be it on cars, antiques, comics, furniture, or morbid commodities — but it also opens up a path for future profitable sales. Let’s be honest, though, this compelling production wouldn’t have been nearly as binge-able if it weren’t for its quirky cast members....