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Bravo’s ‘Love Without Borders’ is a romantic reality television series that follows five American singles — Aaron Motacek, Danna Richards, Philip Michael Thomas Jr., Naeem Thompson, and Gurleen Virk — who have tried their luck in the modern dating scene but to no avail. Arica Angelo, the host of the show, makes each of them part of a bold yet spontaneous social experiment where these singles are paired with a compatible partner and sent to an unknown destination....

A reboot of the famous eponymous series, VH1’s ‘The Surreal Life’ is a reality TV series that pits together a group of celebrities who were pretty trending and viral back in the day. They must spend two weeks together under the same roof while being recorded, not just during the group activities assigned to them but also when some drama and conflict arises between them. The seventh season of the reality series features August Alsina, CJ Perry, Dennis Rodman, Frankie Muniz, Kim Coles, Manny MUA, Stormy Daniels, and Tamar Braxton....

‘Christmas Hotel’ is an addition to the 2020 Christmas-themed romantic film line-up by Lifetime. Erin is a go-getter and at the brink of a promotion when she realizes that in order to get it, she may have to disappoint the people from her hometown, Garland Grove. She is tasked with rebranding the Mt. Holly Inn which the locals are strictly against. The only way to get their approval is to turn the hotel into a year-round “Christmas Hotel....

From Benedict Cumberbatch’s ‘Sherlock’ to Jonny Lee Miller’s ‘Elementary,’ contemporary adaptations of Arthur Conan Doyle’s world-renowned detective fiction classic have been quite popular in Hollywood. But come 2020, there’s a new detective in town, all poised to give Cumberbatch and Lee Miller a run for their money – ‘Enola Holmes.’ ‘Enola Holmes’ is adapted from a pastiche series authored by Nancy Springer and serves as feminism’s answer to the male intellectual gatekeeping to the detective profession....

Written and directed by Andy Fetscher, Netflix’s ‘Old People’ is a German horror movie that follows a woman who returns home with her two kids to attend her sister’s wedding. However, as the big day approaches, she is forced to suddenly defend herself and her kids against the old retirement home residents who embark on a killing spree. With the heavy thunderstorm raging outside, the woman takes on the aged, blood-seeking pensioners....

Sometimes, people tend to get stuck in the search of material objects. However, one way or another, almost everyone realizes that material pleasures are exactly what they are…material. They come and go but nothing can be as fulfilling as more wholesome and genuine pleasures like human connections. This is something that Hallmark’s ‘Pearl in Paradise’ tackles. Hallmark is the ideal network to be bringing such a story due to its reputation of being the king of romance on television....

Based on the eponymous British show, Netflix’s ‘The Circle’ is a reality competition series where contestants are put together within the same building but in different soundproofed apartments. To keep things mysterious, they must stay isolated without contact with the outside world or physical contact with other players. All they are allowed to do is interact with each other through text, photographs, and biographies using a specialized social media platform, allowing them to be any version of themselves....

Directed by Linda-Lisa Hayter, ‘The Journey Ahead’ is a Hallmark road-trip movie that revolves around Madeline, a famous actress, and a wilderness expert named Sarah. When her travel plan to New York from Los Angeles falls through, the former enlists the help of her assistant’s best friend, Sarah, to reach the Big Apple within 12 days. As both women of two different generations embark on their cross-country trip, they learn valuable lessons from each other....

‘Yellowstone‘ season 5 takes viewers back to Montana, the home of the Yellowstone Ranch. However, as with every season, some things have changed at the ranch. One of the biggest surprises in the fifth season is the development of Carter’s character. The teenager appears drastically different from the previous season and has gotten a serious glow-up. Such is the drastic change in Carter’s appearance that viewers must be wondering if the actor essaying the role has changed....

TLC’s ‘Sister Wives’ is a reality series that revolves around the polygamous marriage of Kody Brown and his four wives. The show first aired in 2010 and introduced the general public to the idea of polygamy and how the Browns adhered to the concept while maintaining legal boundaries. Legally, Kody is only married to one of his wives at any given time, though he is spiritually married to his other wives....

Netflix’s ‘Dubai Bling‘ is an intriguing reality TV series that follows a group of wealthy friends living in Diamond City, AKA Dubai. While chronicling their lavish lifestyles and social events, it delves into their interpersonal relationships and family life. Given the highly accomplished individuals they are and their strong personalities, tempers are bound to fly during even the smallest conflicts, leading to some saucy drama. Season 1 of the show saw some significant tensions brewing amid the group, with things even getting physical at a point....

‘Blaze’ is a beautiful story that looks at the life of a musician from Texas. The titular character is played by Ben Dickey, and his love interest, Sybil Rosen, is played by Alia Shawkat. The indie movie marks the directorial debut for actor Ethan Hawke. It explores the protagonist’s story through three distinct time periods in his life, and the wonderful portrayal of the musician has definitely garnered appreciation. So it is only natural to wonder if the eponymous character is based on the story of an actual person, and if so, what happened to him?...

Netflix’s ‘Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story‘ has been making waves through its chilling depiction of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer’s life and crimes. Jeffrey was active between 1978 and 1991, when he killed around 17 men and boys in the states of Wisconsin and Ohio. Since serial killers often kill without reason or mercy, people have wondered if Jeffrey was responsible for killing his father. Moreover, the absence of his brother from documentaries and reports has made people doubt if he, too, ended up becoming one of Jeffrey’s victims....

Paramount Network’s ‘Yellowstone‘ follows the lives of the Dutton family, who face several challenges in protecting their ancestral ranch, the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch. In the series, John Dutton (Kevin Costner) is the family patriarch who leads Beth, Kayce, and Jamie Dutton through life. Although viewers are aware of the complicated dynamics between the Dutton siblings, it is natural to wonder about John and his own brothers or sisters. If you are looking for more information about John Dutton’s siblings in ‘Yellowstone,’ here is everything you need to know!...

Netflix’s ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ is a 2022 war drama that follows the story of a young German soldier named Paul Baumer. He joins the army with the enthusiasm of a patriot who can’t wait to fight for his country. However, Paul becomes disenchanted with the heroism that inspired him to jump into the war as he starts to witness the gruesome and unforgiving side of it. Directed by Edward Berger, the events in the film take place on the Western Front in France, set during the First World War....

‘Basic Instinct’ is a perfect blend of neo-noir and erotica, something that was unprecedented at the time of its release. Starring Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, and Jeanne Tripplehorn, the film revolves around a troubled detective Nick Curran (Douglas), who begins a fiery affair with novelist Catherine Tramell (Stone), who is one of the main suspects in the murder case he is pursuing. Although Paul Verhoeven’s directorial venture received modest reviews from the critics after its release, it was a massive commercial success, earning over $352....

Netflix’s ‘Beyond the Universe‘ is a Brazilian film originally titled ‘Depois do Universo.’ Directed by Diego Freitas, the story centers on Nina (Giulia Be), an extraordinarily talented pianist who suffers from lupus. When she decides to get a kidney transplant, her paths cross with a doctor named Gabriel (Henrique Zaga), and the two form a special connection. The romance drama film chronicles how their relationship gives Nina a new zest for life, leading her to pursue her musical dream....

Directed by Lindsay Hartley, Lifetime’s ‘Bodyguard Seduction’ is a romantic thriller movie that follows the tangled love life of a wealthy businesswoman named Charly. While falling in love with her attractive bodyguard Jonathan, she cannot help but wonder who she should place her trust in when she suspects him of being involved in a plot to assassinate her. The need to find the truth behind the facade becomes even more urgent when multiple killers threaten Charly’s life....

Directed by Mike Nichols, ‘Closer’ is a 2004 romantic movie that follows four individuals as their relationships get highly tangled. Writer Dan Woolf meets a young woman named Alice Ayres, whose life inspires him to write a novel. The two also become a couple, but their relationship becomes strained when the former becomes interested in Anna Cameron. Her refusal to be with him leads Dan on a path where he ends up setting her up with another man called Larry Gray....

Netflix’s ‘Blackout‘ is an action thriller about John Cain, a man with no memory of his past who finds himself in a hospital. The Sam Macaroni directorial is a fast-paced and suspense-filled story that sees Cain navigating a complex web of lies and deception without having access to his memories. Given the complications created by Cain’s memory loss, viewers must be wondering whether actual events inspire the story. Likewise, the drug cartels, corrupt agents, and romantic subplots mixed with the action-heavy narrative will make viewers wonder if the film is adapted from a book....