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SPONSORED LINKS 10. A Beautiful Mind (2001) ‘A Beautiful Mind’ is based on the life of the of John Forbes Nash, Jr. An asocial Princeton University student, he is more than just a mathematician, making revolutionary breakthroughs in the field of mathematics. On learning that he suffers from a serious mental disorder, John treads on a path of self discovery. He later attains international acclaim and was awarded with a Nobel Prize in the year 1994....

In March 1979, a partial meltdown in one of the reactors at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania led to many problems and criticism. Now, Netflix’s ‘Meltdown: Three Mile Island’ is a four-part docuseries that dives into how the accident and the resulting efforts to deal with it forever changed the lives of the residents who lived close by in Middletown, Pennsylvania. Nicole Remsburg, who was only a child when it happened, looks back at her experiences back then....

The authorities rushed to the scene of a burglary at a house in Denver, Colorado, only to find a dead body. In February 1999, Peyton Tuthill was murdered at the residence she shared with her roommates. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Ice Cold Killers: Shattered Dreams’ reveals how the authorities zeroed in on the killer through evidence and a confession. So, if you’re curious to know what happened, we’ve got you covered. How Did Peyton Tuthill Die?...

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Designated Survivor’ follows Thomas Adam “Tom” Kirkman, an American politician who is named as the designated survivor for the State of the Union address. He is put in a particularly tense position when he has to vacate the position of U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to be appointed as the President of the United States after an explosion that kills everyone ahead of him in the presidential line of succession....

‘Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber’ follows the tumultuous early days of the transport company Uber and its high-energy and controversial CEO Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). Episode 1 of the Showtime anthology series introduces us to the protagonist as he tries to make inroads into the highly protected transport industry while grappling with the constant pressure to grow the company. We also see Uber get its first round of “big boy” funding and the interesting dynamic between the co-founder CEO and his venture capitalist....

Netflix’s ‘Inventing Anna’ is an intriguing drama miniseries that follows a young woman as she forges a path into New York’s high society by claiming to be a wealthy German heiress. Vivian, a reporter trying to uncover Anna’s past, doggedly attempts to find out about the socialite’s source of wealth, only to get a bevy of bewildering responses. Apart from mentioning her father a few times, generally in connection with her financial state at the time, the titular character remains suspiciously mum about her family....

Since its premiere, Netflix’s ‘Too Hot to Handle‘ has enjoyed a significant following, and fans have always been interested in the contestants’ life. Harry Johnson was introduced on season 3 of the show, and while his actions on-screen led him to be crowned one of the winners alongside Beaux Raymond, very little is known about his life off-screen. Naturally, there is a lot of interest surrounding the relatively new reality TV star, and viewers are clamoring to know what his current net worth might be....

Peacock’s ‘Sins of the Amish’ is a two-part documentary that delves deep into the dark side of private communities through allegations of not only physical and mental abuse but also rape and incest. It actually follows a group of courageous survivors as they share their first-hand experiences to take a stand against age-old Amish as well as Mennonite theologies in the hopes of true justice. Amongst them was Anna, along with her two daughters, Meg and Rebekah — so now, if you wish to learn more about both their past as well as their present, we’ve got the details for you....

Created by Jordan Weiss, ‘Dollface’ is a comedy series that revolves around Jules Wiley, a young web designer who has to realign her life after a breakup with her longtime boyfriend. She begins by reconnecting with her female friends with whom she had lost touch. But the process comes with its own challenges; the most prominent one is dealing with her own vivid imagination. Since the series documents Jules’ life, we see all the places she and her friends frequent....

Originally titled ‘Los herederos de la tierra,’ ‘Heirs to the Land’ is a Spanish period drama series based on the eponymous novel by Ildefonso Falcones. The sequel to ‘Cathedral of the Sea,’ the show is set in 14th century Barcelona and revolves around a 12-year-old boy named Hugo Llor who aims to become a shipbuilding craftsman. Although his life is not easy as his mother is forced to move away from him, he is under the protection and guidance of a respected old man named Arnau Estanyol....

Director Alex Garland’s ‘Ex Machina’ investigates the power dynamics arising between a new sentient AI and the humans she interacts with. The science-fiction movie follows Caleb Smith, a programmer at high-tech company Blue Book, as he gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the home of the company’s CEO Nathan Bateman. There, Nathan introduces him to a highly intelligent female robot he has built named Ava. Nathan sets the task to Caleb to find out if Ava really is capable of independent thoughts and actions....

The second season of Starz’s drama series ‘P-Valley’ begins with several startling developments. Hailey Colton AKA Autumn Night becomes the new tyrant of The Pynk, making decisions that do not align with the wishes of Uncle Clifford. Keyshawn and Gidget have already left the strip club while Lil Murda becomes a renowned emerging rapper. The poles at The Pynk welcome Whisper, Roulette, and Big Bone. In addition, the second episode of the season introduces Big Teak, who gets released from prison on parole....

‘Halo‘ follows Master Chief Petty Officer John-117, an advanced super soldier from the Spartan-II program, who ends up rescuing an insurgent teenager named Kwan Haa Boo on Planet Madrigal. However, after the death of Kwan’s father, her home planet is in disarray, and its fate is at stake. Thus, Vinsher Grath rises to the top during a time of political uncertainty and becomes a key figure on Planet Madrigal. However, Grath places a bounty on the head of Kwan, which will make viewers skeptical of his intentions....

Dr. Randolph Bell’s life takes an inadvertent turn in FOX’s medical series ‘The Resident’ season 5 when he gets diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). He struggles to continue as a surgeon at Chastain and takes a break from his profession to focus on his treatment. Bell succeeds in his battle against the disease as he eventually gets better and cleared for doing surgery. However, the disease again comes in Bell’s way as he suffers from an MS flare-up....

It is not necessary for every movie to end with a bang. Every character need not be a revelation or a messiah in the time of crisis. Some stories are nothing but a tribute to the ordinary- the simple and the complicated, the giggles and tears, the failures and the little victories. What makes them extraordinary is how well they are able to communicate the best parts about the mundane things in life- the grey areas where one mostly lives....

SPONSORED LINKS Crime is a constant subject of fascination for the viewers. Be it the thrill of figuring out the perpetrator or understanding the working of the crime-solvers; viewers never get bored of watching a good crime show. The stakes are raised, and the crimes get grander and more diversified when the involvement of a government organization is exhibited. FBI has been a popular choice amongst the creators of TV shows....

One of the most fascinating aspects of films is how they can remain open to numerous interpretations. Ambiguity is far more exciting on a thematic level than when used as a mere plot-device. Films with immense thematic depth open up spaces for imagination and let us sink in on our thoughts. This is when discussions become a lot more interesting as different people can have different theories about the same film....

Movie stunts. Not stuff you do on the red carpet for 10 secs of glamour, no. I’m talking about the craft of dedicating yourself to a small segment in filmmaking that could affect the entirety of your life. “Danger may be real, but fear is a choice”. And while researching for this article, I was surprised to see so many stuntmen who pursue danger to defeat the fear associated with it....

SPONSORED LINKS 20. All in my Family (2019) Created, written, and directed by Hao Wu, the story is a personal account of his family’s acceptance of his same-sex marriage and children of his own. Hao Wu is a filmmaker of Chinese origin and his family being a traditional one; the process of opening up to them regarding his life in America was not easy. This 40-minute short film throws light on this particular journey of his....

‘No. 6’ is an anime which takes place in the future. It deals with the dark secrets of the society and how a seemingly peaceful system can be causing such pain. The series is entertaining and has a great mystery hidden within it. Here’s the list of best anime similar to ‘No. 6’ that are our recommendations. You can watch several of these anime like ‘No. 6’ on Netflix, Crunchyroll or Hulu....