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Directed by Leszek Dawid, Netflix’s ‘Broad Peak’ is a Polish movie about the journey of mountain climber Maciej Berbeka. The adventure drama follows Maciej as he ventures on a conquest of the titular peak in the Karakoram, years after narrowly failing to complete the journey. As the narrative progresses, viewers learn the challenges he faces during his trips to the summit. The movie is grounded in reality through its depiction of mountain climbing, making viewers wonder whether Maciej’s journey is based on actual events....

‘Call Your Mother’ is an ABC sitcom that features Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winner Kyra Sedgwick as Jean Raines, a literal definition of an empty nester, who is frequently on her nerve about her two children-Freddie (Joey Bragg) and Jackie (Rachel Sennott). She drops multiple texts and calls to her children, who are busy living their individual lives in Los Angeles. A prolonged episode of Freddie skipping Jean’s calls compels her to fly all the way to ensure that he is alright (or merely to remedy her solitary existence)....

Created by Chinaza Onuzo and Damilola Elebe, Netflix’s ‘Far From Home’ is a Nigerian teenage drama series that follows Ishaya Bello, a budding artist from a financially struggling family. Despite his economic condition and limited resources, the teenager wishes to make it big in the art world and give his family the best life possible. Ishaya’s dream becomes a reality when he gets a scholarship to Wilmer Academy, the most prestigious academic institution in the country....

‘The Call of the Wild‘ is based on Jack London’s 1903 book of the same name, which has already been made into a movie once in 1935. Considered to be one of the most important works of literature in the 20th century, the premise follows a man who looks for his fortune during the Gold Rush. He crosses paths with a dog named Buck, who has been stolen from his California home and sold to freight haulers in Yukon....

Netflix’s ‘The Last Dolphin King’ focuses on the life of renowned Spanish dolphin trainer Jose Luis Barbero and his sudden fall from grace. He was one of the most sought-after dolphin trainers worldwide, but a video of him allegedly abusing dolphins surfaced when he found a job at Georgia Aquarium. While the video is reported to be doctored, it led to a massive outcry and even Jose’s shocking death. If you are intrigued by the incident and want to find out how Jose breathed his last, we have you covered....

Although she hasn’t been a part of Hollywood for too long, Margot Robbie has already established herself as one of the most renowned stars of our generation. She has had the honor of working with some of the most legendary auteurs like Quentin Tarantino and Martin Scorsese, playing many diverse roles and further stemming her hold as a talented actor. But apart from being known for her great acting performances in films, she is also known for her sex appeal....

A24’s ‘The Eternal Daughter’ is a gothic mystery that plays on the elements around it while feeding into the relationship between a woman and her mother to deliver a story that deeply unsettles the audience. Instead of resorting to the conventional methods used in a horror story, the film creates an atmosphere that seeps into the mind of the viewer and creates an eeriness that feels closer to home. While it might look like nothing much happens throughout the film, the empty spaces and sparse conversations only add more weight to the revelation at the end....

‘The Hummingbird Project’ is a Canadian-Belgian drama thriller film that combines finance and tech for an extravagant undertaking. At its core, it is the story of exactly how far people are willing to go to achieve their dreams. However, the narrative itself is quite unique. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Alexander Skarsgård, Salma Hayek, and Michael Mando in leading roles, the movie has been written and directed by Kim Nguyen. So, if you wish to understand the ending of the film, then you’re at the right place....

Netflix’s four-part docuseries titled ‘Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?’ delves into John Leonard’s unlikely tryst with fame as he wagered a legal battle against Pepsi. In 1995, John devised a way to collect enough points to redeem them for a Harrier fighter jet. It was seemingly promised in one of Pepsi’s ads that featured a promotional campaign where customers could buy Pepsi to collect points and then redeem them for merchandise. So, if you’re wondering what John currently does for a living and where he might be today, we’ve got you covered....

Disney productions often take viewers to a world that seems different from ours, thanks to the optimistic charm and positive tone which is characteristic of the network. ‘Bunk’d‘ is a Disney television series that takes viewers to another world, somewhat cut off from reality not just because of its tone. Instead, the show is set in a summer camp whose lopsided antics seem to give a vibe of being divorced from the rest of the world....

Directed by Russell Crowe, ‘Poker Face’ is an action thriller movie that revolves around a gambler and tech billionaire named Jake Foley, who organizes a high-stakes poker game for his childhood friends, giving them an opportunity of a lifetime to win tons of money. However, there is a catch — Jake’s ulterior motive is to get back at them for betraying him in different ways. So, each of them must disclose their deepest and darkest secrets to play....

‘Yellowstone‘ on Paramount Network is the quintessential Western drama driven by exciting characters and a mixture of family and politics. The show’s fifth season dives deeper into the latter theme as John Dutton, the patriarch of the Dutton family, becomes the Governor of Montana. However, as the narrative progresses, it becomes evident that John might be a capable leader but appears to be an incompetent politician. John refuses to play dirty, and two of his biggest opposers in, Jamie and Sarah, joining hands could lead to him swiftly losing his political influence....

Prime Video’s ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ is a prequel to the stories created by J.R.R Tolkien for the ‘LOTR’ universe. Set in the Second Age, thousands of years before the events of Peter Jackson’s beloved films, the show sets out to give backstories to the characters that were otherwise well established in the film. It promises to shed light on the trajectory of Sauron while presenting characters like Galadriel and Elrond in their early years when they were still exploring their place in the world....

With dumping Kyle Abrams due to his atheism as well as being a part of the love triangle involving Natalie Lee and Shayne Jansen, Shaina Hurley had quite a stint on ‘Love is Blind‘ season 2. However, even though her quest for a true life partner within this Netflix original didn’t pan out in the way she’d hoped, she does not mind it at all because she has since found Christos Lardakis....

The fourth season of NBC’s medical series ‘New Amsterdam’ depicts several astounding developments that happen in the life of Dr. Floyd Reynolds. Floyd decides to be in a polygamous relationship with Dr. Linda “Lyn” Malvo which also involves her husband Claude Baptiste. Lyn’s pregnancy and the revelation that the baby’s father is Floyd further affects Floyd’s life severely. However, the decisions Lyn and Claude make keep them away from Floyd and New York City....

The residents of the offbeat site of Gilbert’s Marina, Florida, were shocked when the police found the body of Edward Bozarth in his boat in July 2007. The police had to investigate for 5 long years before they could gather enough evidence to finally nab his killer. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Fatal Vows: Murder in the Marina’ follows the investigation process minutely, laying down the facts of the case in a straightforward manner....

SPONSORED LINKS Nickelodeon’s ‘Gullah Gullah Island’ is a children’s TV show that revolves around several characters, including Ron and Natalie Alston, their children, James, Vanessa, and Simeon, the children’s niece, Shaina, and the tadpole Binyah Binyah, as they live exciting lives on the fictional Gullah Gullah Island. The show helps children explore the Gullah culture through fun activities, songs, and dances. It even follows the characters as they go on adventures, learn family values, and obtain life lessons....

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Enchanted’ is a 2007 fantasy musical movie that follows a beautiful princess named Giselle who is banished by the evil Queen Narissa, transporting her from the magical land of Andalasia to Manhattan’s ordinary streets. Directed by Kevin Lima, the rom-com features stellar performances from some of the biggest names in the industry, including Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Timothy Spall, and Idina Menzel. Thanks to the movie’s fantastical narrative and witty and clever dialogues, it got the praise and approval of both children and adults....

Directed by debutant filmmaker Nikyatu Jusu, ‘Nanny’ is a horror drama film that revolves around Aisha (Anna Diop), an undocumented Senegalese immigrant trying to build a life for herself in New York so she can bring her son, Lamine, to her. She begins working for an affluent Upper East Side family as a nanny for their daughter, Rose. However, the job that was supposed to ensure that Aisha would get some respite from her financial troubles and reunite with her son increasingly proves difficult as her employers withhold her pay, and Rose behaves erratically....

Netflix’s ‘The Empress’ is a German-language series that follows the story of the young Elisabeth whose life takes a sudden turn when she marries the emperor of Austria, Franz Josef. While it begins as a romantic fairytale where she and Franz fall in love at first sight, reality hits Elisabeth when she becomes the empress and is faced with the challenges that accompany her title. Created by Katharina Eyssen, the series mixes the royalty of ‘The Crown’ with the romantic undertones of ‘Bridgerton’, delivering a sweeping period drama that immediately hooks the audience....