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The fourth episode of FX on Hulu’s crime series ‘Under the Banner of Heaven’ depicts Dan Lafferty’s gradual change from a typical LDS Church believer to a fundamentalist. He proclaims his wish to stand against the rules of humans to uphold the rules of the Heavenly Father. As a start, Dan runs for the sheriff’s post and conducts a parade as part of his campaign. Dan is accompanied by a woman referred to as a “gypsy woman....

During the 1860s, a young Martha Grinder was seen as a kindly neighbor who often hosted people at her place. But as time progressed, people around her mysteriously fell ill, some even dying. The second half of Investigation Discovery’s ‘Deadly Women: Fatal Instincts: Sex, Drugs and Gunshots’ focuses on the story of Martha and how she was alleged to have cruelly poisoned multiple people. So, let’s find out what happened then, shall we?...

SPONSORED LINKS Michael Mann, through his expansive journey as a filmmaker, has earned the moniker of being one for best crime thriller directors, and ‘The Insider’ (1999) attests to his brilliance. Taking reference from the infamous “60 Minutes segment” about American biochemist Jeffrey Wigand, who was recognised as a “whistleblower” in the tobacco industry, the film is a fictionalized account of the entire investigation. With Al Pacino taking on the role of Lowell Bergman and Russell Crowe taking up the role of Jeffrey Wigand, ‘The Insider’ is built upon strong performances....

SPONSORED LINKS There is a perception in certain feminist corners of the world that calling a film a “chick flick” is sexist. Well, that is arguable, but I have a solution where we can call a film chick flick and yet not deem it to be sexist. Why not change the definition of a chick flick? My definition of a chick flick is a film with central women characters dealing with female issues....

Christopher Nolan‘s panache as a filmmaker is not an unheard fact. He has managed to marvel the cinematic audience in one way or the other with every film. By directing films that belong to different genres, while giving them a style of his own, he has been able to gather people’s attention from around the world. His films are universal in nature and are widely accepted, which makes him one of the most accessible directors working today....

SPONSORED LINKS 14. Red Riding Hood (2011) A retelling of the classic tale by the Grimm brothers, “Red Riding Hood” is set in a medieval village where its habitants are constantly threatened by the existence of a werewolf. Despite being a story that everybody knows, director Catherine Hardwicke and writer David Johnson have built a captivating and surprising fantastic/mysterious movie. With just the right amount of action, romance and suspense, “Red Riding Hood” becomes quickly thrilling because you are constantly trying to guess who the werewolf is....

Every so often when you are reliving a great movie that you watched recently, you can’t recall its name. Then, suddenly, the first letter of the movie name comes to your mind and you think to yourself: “the movie starts with t”. Then you start googling it. Well, we, at The Cinemaholic, are here to make your life easy. Here is the list of best movies that begin with “t”:...

Plots and screenplays are catalyzed by twists. They not only serve the purpose of taking the plot forward but also increase the interest factor for the viewer. A good twist is not one that is placed for the sole purpose of having one. It should be natural, understandable but at the same time be unexpected. Here is a list of greatest plot twists in the TV shows that you never saw coming....

History might not have been your favorite subject in school, but that doesn’t mean you can’t like historical movies. These films serve many purposes while being massively entertaining. For history nerds, they become a topic of profound discussions- pulling all the threads, pointing out mistakes, and debating the impact of the events. There is a lot of fodder there. For some people, who are more invested in the story than the hi-story(!...

SPONSORED LINKS 7. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003) This series is actually inspired by a 1992 film of the same name. The story of ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer‘ centers around the eponymous character Buffy, who, besides being a student trying to lead a normal life, is also one among a chain of young women who are colloquially dubbed “vampire slayers”. Their job is to protect the realm of the living from vampires, demons, and other sinister and dark forces....

ABC’s ‘The Bachelor‘ is a dating reality series that has become the hallmark to be followed by various other successful spin-offs, such as the gender-reversed ‘The Bachelorette’ and ‘Bachelor in Paradise.’ Without question, ‘The Bachelor’ is one of the most popular and globally watched reality series of all time. It centers around a bachelor who is given a selection of romantic prospects from which to choose the one with whom he would want to spend the rest of his life....

‘Euphoria‘ deals with various issues teenagers face, and relationships are one of the show’s most intriguing aspects. In the second season, viewers see a changed Nate Jacobs, who finds himself trapped in a flurry of romantic feelings. While Nate has been with Maddy for a long time, a hookup with Cassie turns into something serious. However, Cassie and Maddy being best friends create a complicated situation for Nate. If you are wondering with which one of the two girls Nate will end up with, here are our theories on the matter!...

SPONSORED LINKS One of the most iconic film personalities of all time, Clint Eastwood is a true treasure of cinema. He has found success both as an actor as well as a director. In of the longest careers in film, his filmography has always had an extraordinary variety. He became well-known for his Man With No Name character that catapulted him to worldwide fame. Having made his name in a series of genre defining westerns, he has gone on to show his dramatic range in subsequent films....

‘Closet Monster’ is a 2015 drama film written and directed by Stephen Dunn that revolves around Oscar, a closeted gay teen who is left traumatized by an incident in his childhood. Reeling in from his parent’s divorce and an internalized trauma, Oscar hides his sexuality while simultaneously searching for a way to express himself. The film deals with several complex themes and presents Oscar’s psychological and emotional struggles through horror and fantasy tropes....

If you’re a fan long-form non-fiction tv series, then you must know about ABC’s ’20/20,’ a two-hour show mostly dealing in true crime. The revolving team of journalists, who contribute to investigative stories and give us a deep insight into the reality of cases, makes the prime time news magazine program just that much more engrossing. And, one such episode of it, ‘My Mother’s Sin,’ explored the horrors of a mother who attempted to murder her own children....

Argentinian director Alejandro Agresti weaves a compelling love story between two loners in the 2006 romantic comedy ‘The Lake House.’ The tale, borrowing from the 2000 Korean romance movie ‘Il Mare,’ follows Kate (Sandra Bullock) and Alex (Keanu Reeves) in an unlikely time-bending romance. Kate establishes communication with Alex, who lives in the past, while the present slips under her feet. As the story comes to a happy ending, it leaves several questions in its wake....

Time does heal, but not with ‘Jeepers Creepers,’ which bashes the skull! Since its release in 2001, the invincible monster of the horror film has left a significant legacy — whenever someone says “creeper,” the image of a bloodthirsty creature with ragged bat-like wings immediately comes to mind. The Victor Salva directorial stars Gina Philips and Justin Long as the Jenner siblings Darry and Trish. After making a horrifying discovery in a former church that has been turned into a dungeon, the siblings draw the attention of a demonic serial murderer who only strikes once every 23 years for 23 days....

Created by Daniel Goldfarb, HBO Max’s biographical drama series ‘Julia’ centers around the life of celebrated television chef and author Julia Child. The first season of the show depicts Julia’s efforts to launch her cooking show ‘The French Chef.’ The show also offers an admirable look at Child’s relationship with her husband Paul Child, editor Judith Jones, and close friend Avis DeVoto. Since Nora Ephron’s 2009 film ‘Julie & Julia’ also portrays a specific period of Julia’s life and the aforementioned relationships, one must be eager to know whether the show is a prequel or sequel to the Meryl Streep-starrer....

SPONSORED LINKS Directed by Peggy Holmes, ‘Luck’ is an animated fantasy comedy film that follows Sam Greenfield, who is perhaps the unluckiest girl in the world. Her world is soon turned on its head when she accidentally enters the hidden world of luck. In the fictional land, the top part belongs to the agents of good luck, while the bottom half deals with misfortunes. Given her penchant for bad luck, Sam soon causes the whole system to shut down and is determined to make things better....

Hulu’s ‘Not Okay’ is a satirical black comedy film directed by Quinn Shephard, which tells the story of Danni Sanders (Zoey Deutch), a lonely influencer who pretends to be a survivor of a terrorist attack in Paris to gain fame and friends. However, when she is thrust into the limelight, she finds it challenging to keep up with her lie. The film makes some poignant statements about the nature of social media, influencer culture, and cancel culture....