‘Euphoria‘ is a teen drama series filled with intriguing and flawed characters. Although the adult characters do not get much screen time, their presence is strongly felt in the story. In the show’s second season, viewers get a deeper look at the psyche and flaws of Cal Jacobs (Eric Dane). Cal’s past comes to light, and viewers learn about the circumstances that create Cal’s complex sexual identity and fuel his demented desires....
Dorothea Puente’s case garnered national headlines beginning in the late 1980s when she was suspected of murdering nine people over six years. The first episode of Netflix’s ‘Worst Roommate Ever’ titled ‘Call Me Grandma’ delves into this case and how a woman once considered a pillar of the community could have committed these crimes. At the time, Dorothea ran a boarding home for underprivileged people, many of whom ultimately became her victims....
‘The Offer’ is a drama series that follows producer Al Ruddy and director Francis Ford Coppola as they face several challenges in making ‘The Godfather.’ The series dives into the New York City mafia underworld as Ruddy makes a deal with mob boss Joe Colombo. While Colombo takes a passive approach to keeping an eye on the film’s production, his enforcer Caesar works closely with Ruddy. In the eighth episode, Caesar is forced to deal with the aftermath of Colombo’s shooting and subsequent hospitalization....
Dateline’s ‘The Last Day: The Case of Mollie Tibbetts’ draws a vivid picture of Brooklyn, Iowa, resident Mollie Tibbetts’ murder in July 2018. Mollie was last seen on the evening of July 18, when she left her boyfriend’s brother’s house for an evening jog. However, the University of Iowa student vanished soon after, never to be found alive again. Detectives found Mollie’s deceased body about a month later in a cornfield....
In FOX’s action series ‘9-1-1,’ Howard Han AKA Chimney and Maddie Buckley encounter and survive several challenges to build a meaningful and admirable relationship. Even when they witness death from a distance, especially due to the actions of Maddie’s ex-husband Doug, Chimney and Maddie hold each other for a life together. Maddie’s postpartum depression severely affects their adorable togetherness, even to the degree that Maddie leaves Los Angeles to stay away from her partner and daughter....
SPONSORED LINKS Netflix is a great place for binge-watching exciting shows. Not even a month into the new year and Netflix delivered one of the best shows of the year. ‘Russian Doll’ features the story of a woman who gets stuck in a time loop, and in order to break out of it, she has to confront the things in her past that have left a scarring emotional impact on her....
SPONSORED LINKS Directed by Katt Shea, ‘Rescued by Ruby‘ is a touching drama movie on Netflix. It chronicles the inspiring journey of Ruby, an Australian Shepherd and border collie mix who gets rescued from being euthanized at the shelter by police trooper Dan O’Neil. He takes up the challenge of training her, even after she is termed unmanageable by everyone. With persistent efforts, they are soon able to become indispensable parts of the K-9 unit and end up miraculously saving the life of someone dear....
SPONSORED LINKS 9. Top of the Lake (2013) Creators and writers Jane Campion and Gerard Lee and directors Campion and Garth Davis bring you this mystery drama series, which first aired in 2013. It also has a sequel titled — Top of the Lake: China Girl — released in 2017. Season 1 deals with the disappearance of a pregnant 12-year-old Asian girl, with detective and child welfare officer Robin Griffin (played by Elisabeth Moss) trying to track her down....
In Netflix’s crime series ‘Wrong Side of the Tracks,’ Tirso Abantos and Gladys meet for the first time when the latter gets furious about Irene’s relationship with Nelson. Since Gladys is Nelson’s mother, Tirso doesn’t get along with her well. Their relationship further worsens when Gladys and Nelson do move to Alicia’s apartment, next to Tirso’s apartment. In addition, the ex-army captain behaves rudely towards her and her son, only for Gladys to consider him a racist....
‘Euphoria‘ season 2 has brought turmoil in the life of Maddy (Alexa Demie), who is facing an unprecedented situation. After her breakup with Nate at the end of the first season, Maddy finds herself drawn back to her ex-boyfriend. Nate has developed feelings for Maddy’s best friend, Cassie, making matters worse for Maddy. In the most recent episode, Maddy hints at her intention to move away from the madness at East Highland High....
“Sensational” is a fitting word to describe Mark Waters’ famed teen film ‘Mean Girls.’ Released in 2004, the film follows Cady Heron, a homeschooled sixteen-year-old who joins the North Shore High School. Cady gets involved with the Plastics, the most popular clique in the school. The film progresses through the conflicts and relationships that ensue between Cady and the members of the Plastics, which severely change her life. The Lindsay Lohan-starrer was celebrated for its relatable portrayal of teenage life, which made the film a pop-culture phenomenon....
Netflix’s Spanish-language series ‘The Longest Night,’ alternatively known as ‘La noche más larga,’ encompasses violence, conspiracy, corruption, mental health, abuse of power, and betrayal as some of its major themes. The first season entirely takes place on Christmas Eve. Just as prison director Hugo Roca (Alberto Ammann) prepares to have dinner with his three children, he gets a call informing him that the dreaded serial killer, The alligator, whose real name is Simón Lago (Luis Callejo), has been caught and is being brought to his part hospital part prison facility, Baruca Hill....
Netflix’s historical drama series ‘Vikings: Valhalla’ is the grand sequel to the original ‘Vikings.’ Created by Jeb Stuart, it follows a group of brave Norse people who seek revenge against the British for killing their people. In the fight for survival, they cross oceans in search of new lands while trying to quell the fires of religious conflicts within their clans. Viewers love the dynamic characters of the show, including Leif Eriksson, who is often considered to be the first European to land in North America....
Directed by Megan Park, ‘The Fallout’ is a teen-drama film that tells the story of the aftermath of a school shooting. Vada Cavell (Jenna Ortega) is a well-adjusted teenager with a happy family and a supportive friend. She and budding influencer Mia Reed (Maddie Ziegler) are in the school restroom together when they hear rapid gunshots. Realizing what is happening, they hide inside a stall and are soon joined by Quinton Hasland (Niles Fitch), another student at the school....
SPONSORED LINKS Developed by Craig Plestis, ‘The Masked Singer’ is a reality competition series that is based on a South Korean program titled ‘King of Mask Singer.’ The show typically features a group of celebrity contestants who compete against one another to impress the audience and the panelists. Unlike other singing shows, the series adds a layer of intrigue and entertainment by keeping the viewers in the dark about the identity of the performers....
Michael Iver Peterson, born on October 23, 1943, is an American novelist who was convicted of murdering his second wife, Kathleen Peterson. After eight years in prison, Peterson was able to get a retrial due to a misleading testimony given by a key witness. During the second trial, Peterson submitted an Alford plea, which entails that even though he pleads guilty with the evidence against him, he will still assert his innocence....
After receiving the guns from Governor Martin, Jamie hands over the same to the Cherokees in the fourth episode of Starz’s historical series ‘Outlander’ season 6. Amid the meeting with the Cherokee chief, Ian encounters Kaheroton, which leads him to talk about his life with the Mohawks and his former family to his uncle. The encounter also helps Ian confront his past and attain peace. Brianna’s revelation concerning the Cherokees’ future makes Jamie conflicted about his loyalty towards the Crown....
‘Roar’ is an anthology series created by Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch (‘GLOW‘) and based on Cecelia Ahern’s short story collection of the same name. The series features unique and compelling individual stories that depict how women deal with society and navigate the various challenges they face in their day-to-day lives. However, the narrative highlights the problems women face with the help of magical realism and dark humor that can easily end up confusing the audience....
A 911 call from the Neulanders’ home in DeWitt, New York, in September 2012 meant that the authorities rushed to the residence within minutes. They discovered Leslie Neulander dead, with her husband, Robert, claiming it was an accident. However, the investigation pointed in another direction entirely. NBC News’ ‘Dateline: The House on Shalimar Way’ focuses on the legal proceedings in the aftermath of the tragic incident. So, if you’re curious to find out what happened to Robert and where he might be today, we’ve got you covered....
‘Shining Girls‘ is a compelling thriller that only deepens the mystery around the notorious serial killer Harper Curtis with each passing episode. However, the character’s motivations and machinations become evident by the time viewers reach the season 1 finale. The penultimate episode sets up a final showdown between Kirby and Harper. The season finale, titled ’30,’ delivers on that promise and takes viewers through a mind-bending and reality-altering journey. Of course, it is easy to lose track of the narrative through this trippy journey....
