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SPONSORED LINKS Night Sky Season 1 Recap Franklin and Irene have lived their entire lives in the quaint town of Farnsworth, Illinois. She used to be an English teacher, while he was a woodworker, but they are both retired now. Their son, Michael, committed suicide, and the pain of it has haunted them since. Their granddaughter, Denise (Kiah McKirnan), was five years old when it happened. the associated trauma has affected her as well....

Not too long ago did I have the tasteful displeasure (or distasteful pleasure) of watching John Carpenter’s now horror classic, ‘The Thing’, also being among the few movies that was able to see a reversal of fortunes as the audience started appreciating it over its time. Point being, that the theme or story motif of a group of men trapped in an unforeseen circumstance, while paranoia and uncertainty take over each one of them slowly is definitely better experienced when Tarantino does it, grooving to K-Billy’s super sounds of the 70s, and when the protagonists aren’t hacked and slashed by a shape shifting monster, but by themselves....

Directed by Tetsuya Tatamitani, ‘Thermae Romae Novae’ is an original net animation developed by studio NAZ. The show follows Lucius, an ancient Roman architect who accidentally finds a secret tunnel that takes him to a modern Japanese bathhouse. Struggling with a lack of ideas and other innovation challenges, he always seeks inspiration from other architectural marvels of the contemporary world. By solving the problems of ancient Rome, he improved the standard of living for his people and became quite famous....

‘We Own This City‘ finale, titled ‘Chapter Six,’ concludes the story of the Gun Trace Task Force as several members of the elite plainclothes unit face harsh sentencing from the court for their crimes. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Police Department faces major repercussions amidst the signing of the consent decree and the conviction of its officers. In the end, Baltimore prepares for a new era of policing with several reforms, but the risks of falling into familiar patterns remain prevalent....

‘Star Wars‘ is an expansive franchise and has had our complete attention from the time it came into being. That being said, with so many entries, it might be difficult for some of the newer fans to keep track of the timeline of events, as they unfold in a galaxy far far away. With Disney+‘s latest show, ‘The Mandalorian’, more of Star Wars lore is coming to the forefront, but you would be right in getting confused about when the tale is set....

‘Lovestruck High’ is a slick and sexy dating reality series that transports its diverse contestants to the titular exotic high school for a glorious upheaval of romance. The series features single contestants from all over the UK while retaining its celebratory LGBTQ ambiance. In the fictional school, sparks run amok as the contestants vie to become the Prom Royalty. Rin Lina of ‘Comedy Underground’ fame is Principal Nelson, while Russell Hicks flaunts the garb of Coach Hughes....

‘The Courtship’ is a reality TV series on NBC that follows a gorgeous heroine as she seeks true love and companionship in a Regency Era-style setting. Sixteen eligible bachelors or suitors from around the world fight to win her affections by engaging in old-school methods of dating such as heartfelt love letters, dreamy horseback rides, and strolls in the garden. On her journey to find her perfect match, the lady is aided and advised by her parents and friends, as well as host Rick Edwards....

‘365 Days: This Day’ is an erotic thriller movie that continues the narrative of the hit film ‘365 Days.’ It follows the Italian gangster Massimo Torricelli and his ladylove Laura, whose lives are turned upside down when a mysterious man named Nacho vies for the latter’s heart. Directed by Barbara Białowąs and Tomasz Mandes, the movie stars Anna-Maria Sieklucka, Magdalena Lamparska, Michele Morrone, Otar Saralidze, and Simone Susinna. Moreover, it is based on the second book of the trilogy of novels by Blanka Lipińska....

If you are a fan of cinematic maestro George Lucas, you may have heard of his classic oddball 1973 comedy-drama movie ‘American Graffiti.’ In the course of one night, the movie highlights the adventures and misadventures of a group of rogue teenagers. While infused with a timeless coming-of-age feel, the snippets chronicling the characters also comment on culture, including tropes like cruising. Furthermore, Lucas explores an emergent rock n roll ambiance, which was a dominant part of the youth subculture in his time....

Developed by Ronald D. Moore, the fantasy drama series ‘Outlander’ plunges the audience into an immersive and time-bending experience, chronicling history and politics. Based on the titular novel series by Diana Gabaldon, the show revolves around the unlikely romance between army nurse Claire, and Highlander Jamie, traversing time and history. The fifth installment of the period drama follows the fifth part in the book series, titled ‘The Fiery Cross.’ However, one of the most significant aspects of the show is that the storyline unfolds in precise locations, be it France or the “New World” in North Carolina....

Directed by Gavin O’Connor, ‘Warrior’ is a 2011 sports drama movie that follows two brothers who find their true calling within the brutal confines of an MMA ring. Plagued by issues of the past, the estranged siblings — ex-Marine Tommy and his brother, Brendan — finally find an opportunity to face their demons head-on and reconcile with each other. The film makes for an engaging watch owing to its powerful cast consisting of Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton in the lead roles....

The thirteenth episode of AMC’s post-apocalyptic series ‘Fear the Walking Dead’ season 7 begins with Dwight and Sherry encountering a stranger in the woods, chased by walkers. Even though a radioactive walker closes in on her, despite Sherry’s attempts to save her, Dwight arrives in the woods to kill the dead. Surprised to see a stranger without any safety gear, the couple asks her who she is. The stranger replies that she is Maya, who is traveling to the Tower to find her son Marco....

SPONSORED LINKS “He remembers those vanished years. As though looking through a dusty window pane, the past is something he could see, but not touch. And everything he sees is blurred and indistinct.” No, this isn’t a quote from a new wave French film. This is a quote from the Hong Kong cinema stable! But how can an industry famous for its fast-paced “thrill-a-minute” action flicks ooze such a profound emotion?...

SPONSORED LINKS 10. The Life of David Gale (2003) The only reason this film is languishing at the bottom of this list is due to the fact that McCarthy did not have a major role in this film. Powered by Kevin Spacey and Kate Winslet, this excellently executed and thought-provoking film which was bashed by critics, raises questions which challenge the very core of our existence. When David Gale is on row for the death penalty, he speaks to a reporter, asking her to prove him innocent....

The real cinema lovers know that nothing can match the experience of watching a great movie in a great movie theater. Yes, there is a certain pleasure of watching movies on your television in the confines of your cozy room, but truth be told movies were originally conceived for the big screen. Television is surely more convenient – and cheaper. But that doesn’t mean it is better when it comes to experiencing cinema....

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Vampire Academy (2014)’ was not a very successful, likable or popular movie to start with. Despite the bestselling novel series by Richelle Mead, somehow, the movie didn’t fly high, thanks to its overbearing plot, the various clichés related to vampires and paranormal beings, poor casting, flawed production design, and its plot which was set somewhere between a teenage college drama and your vampire fiction and lacked much coherence. As the story goes, ‘Vampire Academy’ starts with Rose, a half-human half-vampire, referred to in the movie as “Dhampir” and Lissa, a Moroi, a vampire breed that can control one of the four elements – Fire, Water, Air or Earth....

SPONSORED LINKS Andrea Sachs just graduated from journalism. She is hired to work with Miranda Priestly, a powerful and sophisticated editor-in-chief of a high fashion magazine. She is known for being ruthless and very demanding. Andrea will have to work really hard to satisfy her tough boss. 14. Rage (2009) “Rage” follows a young blogger at a New York fashion house that decides to shoot several behind-the-scenes interviews using a cellphone....

‘Overlord’ is one of the most popular isekai anime out there. The anime revolves around a virtual reality game known as Yggdrasil, which is about to be terminated, and the servers are going to be shut down forever. Momonga, a veteran of the game, decides to continue playing until the very last moment. But then he realizes that even after midnight, the game is still not shut down as it was supposed to....

SPONSORED LINKS 15. Savages (2012) For those more interested in the drug cartel side of “Sicario”, you have “Savages”. In this film, we follow the former Navy SEAL Chon and his best friend, Ben, who are successful entrepreneurs producing and dealing high-quality weed. However, when their shared girlfriend is kidnapped by the Mexican drug Cartel they must face it and save her. What is more interesting about this movie is that there is not really a line between good and evil....

‘Fairy Tail’ is probably one of the most famous magic-fantasy anime of all time and naturally has millions of fans worldwide. It is set in a world where magic is commonplace, and Mages band together to form guilds and take on jobs. One such guild is the Fairy Tail Guild, whose members have grown so close to one another that they are more like family than a team. The series focuses primarily on the misadventures of the mages from the eponymous guild as they take on new and challenging assignments....