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The city of Keithville, Louisiana, witnessed a terrifying crime when 73-year-old Ernest Luttrell was found murdered inside his house. While Earnest’s body was discovered by his wife, police investigators initially suspected a robbery gone wrong. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Deadly Women: Killer-In-Laws’ chronicles the heinous murder and shows how the investigation led straight to Eanest’s stepdaughter, Katey Passaniti, as well as her co-conspirators, Tina Vanmoerkeque and Erick Crain. If you are intrigued by the details surrounding the crime and want to know where the perpetrators are at present, we have you covered....

Netflix’s ‘Troll’ is a monster movie directed by Roar Uthaug. Set in the Norwegian mountains of Dovre, the film follows Nora Tidemann (Ine Marie Wilmann), a planetology professor who must use her knowledge of folklore and legends after a dangerous monster threatens to destroy the entire country. The narrative explores the Trolls from Scandinavian folklore as a giant Troll emerges from the mountains forcing Nora to reunite with her father. However, the fantasy film does not expand much upon the origins of the Trolls and their supposed extinction....

Almost every person who loves to travel has Hawaii on their bucket list. One of the world’s most popular vacation spots, the numerous scenic attractions in Hawaii satisfies the travel bug of millions of tourists, every year. So, it is natural that HGTV decided to produce a show set in the Paradise of the Pacific. ‘Hawaii Life’ documents the journey of several house-hunters from different parts of the country, as they seek assistance from the proficient agents of Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers to find their dream home in the exotic location....

Based on Alex Scarrow’s 2007 international best-selling eponymous novel, Peacock’s ‘Last Light’ is a thriller drama series that follows a petro-chemist named Andy Yeats, who is well aware of how much importance oil holds in the world. He knows that if the oil supply were to stop suddenly, it would be the beginning of a dangerous chain reaction where transportation is forced to halt, supplies are not delivered, and consequently, law enforcement is overwhelmed....

TLC’s ‘My 600-lb Life’ is a reality show which features the journey and struggles of morbidly obese people generally weighing over 600 pounds. It documents an individual’s weight loss journey by primarily focusing on how they try to change their lifestyle and food habits to lead healthier lives. The arduous process is made easier with the help of a well-known bariatric surgeon, Dr. Younan Nowzaradan, AKA Dr. Now, who formulates customized diet and exercise regimens and helps them become eligible for weight reduction surgery....

Directed by Joachim Norden, ‘Breaking Surface’ is a 2020 Norwegian film that explores the will and tenacity of human survival instincts. It is a story of two Swedish/Norwegian half-sisters, Ida (Moa Gammel) and Tuva (Madeleine Martin), both of whom are divers, with Tuva being the more experienced one. After the festivities of Christmas and a family union, both of them set out for a diving expedition in the harsh climate of Norwegian fjords....

Hidden camera reality game shows have been a staple of mainstream TV for decades ever since ‘Candid Camera’ first aired in 1948. Today, one of the most popular hidden camera shows airing today is Warner Bros. Television’s ‘Impractical Jokers’, which first debuted in December 2011 and has since gone on to air eight seasons with over two hundred episodes in total. ‘Impractical jokers’ focuses on a group of four rabble rousing comedians – Joseph “Joe” Gatto, James “Murr” Murray, Brian “Q” Quinn, and Salvatore “Sal” Vulcano, who collectively call themselves “The Tenderloins”....

Netflix’s ‘Enola Holmes 2’ is a young adult mystery drama that follows the story of a young Enola trying to make her mark as a detective. The story spins off from the rich world of Sherlock Holmes and brings many familiar characters into the mix, though adds its own twist to them. Apart from serving an intriguing mystery, it also adds more substance to its plot by talking about some very important events that changed the course of history....

SPONSORED LINKS Apple TV+’s ‘Causeway’ directed by Lila Neugebauer, is a psychological drama film starring Jennifer Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry. It tells the story of Lynsey (Lawrence), a soldier deployed in Afghanistan who is forced to return home due to a severe brain injury. After returning to her hometown, she befriends James (Henry), who helps her deal with her traumatic experiences while coming to terms with his own past....

A kidnapping one night in August 2014 led the authorities to a residential community in DeKalb County, Georgia. Briana Brooks and her partner, Jeronta Brown, were forcibly taken, only to eventually end up murdered. Investigation Discovery’s ‘The Night That Didn’t End: A Mother’s Love’ delves into this tragic case, wherein two men with violent pasts turned out to be responsible for the horrifying crime. So, if you’re wondering what precisely transpired, we’ve got you covered....

Created by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’ is an anthology horror series. Its first season comprises eight episodes, telling eight completely different stories. Episode 4, titled ‘The Outside,’ follows Stacey (Kate Micucci), a bank employee married to police officer Keith (Martin Starr). Stacey believes that people around her ignore her, and her efforts to become part of the group of women at her workplace haven’t given the desired result....

Netflix’s ‘Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story‘ takes the viewer through the murders committed by serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, whose reign of terror stretched from 1978 to 1991. Interestingly, he killed at least three people while living with his grandmother, Catherine Jemima Hughes, in her house, although some were lucky enough to escape with their lives. As most serial killers are addicted to murder, we cannot blame viewers for wondering if Jeffrey was also responsible for killing his grandmother....

Netflix’s ‘The Swimmers’ follows the true story of the Mardini sisters, who were forced to flee their home in Syria after war erupted in the nation. The film follows their journey from Damascus to Berlin while braving near-death situations. All along this, one of the things that keeps the younger sister, Yusra, going is her dream to participate in the Olympics. By the time the credits start to roll, we know that Yusra did get to live her dream....

Created by Taffy Brodesser-Akner from her 2019 namesake novel, ‘Fleishman is in Trouble’ is an FX on Hulu drama series. At least in the early part of the show, the plot revolves around Toby Fleishman (Jesse Eisenberg), a 40-something hepatologist who is going through a divorce from his estranged wife, Rachel (Claire Danes). As Toby tries to build up a life for himself as a single man and single father, Rachel suddenly disappears....

Netflix’s crime film ‘A Man of Action’ centers around Lucio Urtubia, an infamous Spanish bank robber who targets several Parisian banks. After a series of robberies, Lucio starts focusing on producing counterfeit dollar bills. When Lucio realizes the dangers of dealing with counterfeit currency, he changes his strategy and starts producing forged traveler’s cheques in the name of the First National City Bank. The fake cheques get cashed in at several European branches of the bank, resulting in an enormous loss for the establishment....

Created by Arne Nolting, Jan Martin Scharf, and Andreas Heckmann, ‘Barbarians’ is a Netflix historical-drama web series set against the backdrop of the Roman-Germanic conflict in 9 AD. Told from the perspective of the members of the Germanic tribes, the series predominantly follows Arminius (Laurence Rupp), a Germanic man who serves as an officer in the Roman army before joining forces with the people of his native land and fighting against the invaders....

SPONSORED LINKS Helmed by Joe Begos, ‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’ is a horror movie set against a Christmas backdrop. Tori Tooms is a record store owner who wishes to enjoy her Christmas Eve by partying, yet fate unveils other plans when the robotic Santa from a toy store attacks her. Now, she must fight to survive as he goes after her and the entire town. Featuring compelling performances by talented actors like Riley Dandy, Robbie Reynolds, Abraham Benrubi, and Jonah Ray, the movie is a thrilling ride with slasher genre elements that thoroughly entertain till the end....

Helmed by Marie Kreutzer, ‘Corsage’ is a historical drama movie set in the 1870s. It chronicles one year in the life of Elisabeth, the Empress of Austria, renowned for her unparalleled beauty. However, things turn tense on her 40th birthday on Christmas Eve, when she is officially recognized as growing old. This profoundly affects Empress Elisabeth’s self-image and confidence as she struggles to accept her increasing age and the duties it entails....

Created by Rethabile and Katleho Ramaphakela, Netflix’s ‘How to Ruin Christmas’ is a South African comedy-drama TV series that follows the misadventures of Tumi Sello and her big family, who meet every year for a reunion. However, each time some or other hilarious mishap occurs, throwing everyone into utter chaos. Hence, Tumi hopes to make it through at least one family gathering without any drama. Apart from that, the story focuses on the Sellos’ interpersonal dynamics and the protagonist’s romantic relationships....

Although marketed as a yaoi (boy’s love) manhwa, ‘Killing Stalking’ is more about the psychological explorations of two extremely disturbed characters, who get involved in a romantic relationship. The manhwa is not for the weak-hearted as it is not only replete with morally wrong sex scenes but also portrays brutal acts of abuse that ensue between the couple. Even so, the way it explores the inner workings of its characters is quite impressive....