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Netflix’s ‘Spenser Confidential’ is a crime drama that follows the story of a man who will stop at nothing in his quest for truth and justice. Laced with comedy and full of action, the film offers the entertainment that you can expect from a Mark Wahlberg film. The film centres on a mystery that expands as the protagonist digs deeper into it. Here we take a look at what it means for Spenser and the corrupt police department he had left behind....

When Timothy Coggins chose to spend an evening at the People’s Choice bar in Griffin, Georgia, he had no idea of the tragedy that awaited him. Although he went missing that evening, it took the police two days to identify his mutilated body which was located in Sunny Side, Spalding County. Crime Junkies’ ‘Captured: Timothy Coggins Killer(s)’ chronicles the gruesome crime and shows how the prosecution was able to bring the perpetrators to justice about 34 years after the incident....

ABC News’ ‘20/20: A Capitol Offense’ focuses on a shocking sex scandal in Michigan that involved two former conservative lawmakers, Todd Courser and Cindy Gamrat. In August 2015, a news report indicated that the former sent out a salacious email about himself to draw attention away from a potential leak about his affair with Cindy. This came to light after Ben Graham, Todd’s former aide, made public an audio recording of his conversation with him....

Created by Gin Han-sai and Roh Deok, Netflix’s ‘Glitch’ (originally titled ‘Geullichi’) is a South Korean science fiction mystery series that revolves around Hong Ji Hyo and her missing boyfriend. When Hong Ji Hyo’s boyfriend suddenly disappears, she embarks on a quest to find out his whereabouts. To make the search easier, she joins forces with a community of UFO watchers and attempts to get to the bottom of the mysterious disappearance....

Created by Katharina Eyssen and Lena Stahl, Netflix’s ‘The Empress’ (originally titled ‘Die Kaiserin’) is a German historical romantic drama series based on the life of the Austrian Empress, Elisabeth “Sisi.” When the sixteen-year-old falls head over heels in love with her sister’s fiancé, Emperor Franz Joseph, they get married. But soon, Sisi gets pulled into the complexities of court politics and her in-laws’ scheming nature. While her mother-in-law, Sophia, keeps antagonizing her, Franz’s younger brother, Maximilian, tries to downplay him and prove that he is better suited for the throne....

Based on the life of the famous Colombian singer Arelys Henao, Netflix’s ‘The Unbroken Voice’ (originally titled ‘Arelys Henao: Canto Para No Llorar’) is a Colombian biographical drama series created by Héctor Rodríguez Cúellar. It revolves around a girl named Arelys Henao, who dreams of making it big as a musician. Facing violence in the village, she and her family move to the town and start their lives from scratch. As they settle in the new town, Arelys must overcome all the hurdles between her and her chance at becoming a singer....

Directed by John Putch, Hallmark’s ‘A Holiday Spectacular’ is a romantic drama film set in 1958 that follows the story of Maggie, a Philadelphia heiress who sets on a journey of self-discovery in New York City where her dream to dance live on stage becomes true. Putting her societal-imposed wedding plans on hold, Maggie sneaks up to New York City and lives her life on her terms while performing live on stage in the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall....

‘An Easy Girl,’ (Une Fille Facile in French) is a comedy movie directed by Rebecca Zlotowski. It features Zahia Dehar as Sofia, the sexually open and adventurous cousin of Mina Farid’s character, Naïma. With stark personalities and life experiences, the movie shows us how the pair spends Naïma’s summer vacations together. Think of it as a coming of age story, but with a much-needed update for the millennial generation. The film has a nuanced portrayal of its female protagonists, despite them being such different people....

‘SnowComing’ is a romantic comedy that follows Samantha, who is having second thoughts about her career as a book editor and therefore returns to her hometown to contemplate on life and also to attend the retirement party of her father, who is a football coach of her school. When she gets there, Samantha is shocked to see her high school flame Jake, who is now a famous NFL Quarterback, and is here to get away from the limelight for a while and also celebrate his coach’s retirement....

‘The Snowman’ is a psychological thriller that is based on one the bestselling books of Norway: Jo Nesbo’s novel of the same name. While the movie was greatly anticipated, especially by Scandinavian people, it ended up receiving largely negative reviews from critics. The movie follows a Norwegian Police Service inspector, Harry Hole. Hole’s character is that of the classic, troubled genius who must overcome his inner demons for a particular mission....

There is a reason that widespread and the most dedicated fandoms are the monopoly of films that take us on an adventure. It could be a small journey, outward or inward, or it could take us to the farthest points of the world, limited only by imagination. It could be set in the familiarity of this world or concoct an entirely new one out of its own. As long as it has our rapt attention, as long as it has us completely immersed in its universe, we would be happy....

Netflix’s ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’ is a horror series created by acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. It follows an anthology format, and each episode focuses on a unique short story that explores the theme of human curiosity through strange and inexplicable events. The third episode is titled ‘The Autopsy’ and is based on a short story of the same name by Michael Shea. It focuses on a medical examiner who is called in to help investigate a strange incident at a mine....

Portrayed by Dôri Sakurada, Suguru Niragi is an important character in Netflix’s ‘Alice in Borderland.’ He makes his first appearance in the fifth episode of the first season, serving as an antagonist. Niragi is remorseless, psychotic, and completely apathetic to the suffering of others. In the old world, he faced relentless bullying as a youth, and much of his current personality stems from that horrific experience. Toward the end of the first season, Niragi gets severely burned and starts shooting....

Netflix’s ‘Dubai Bling‘ follows a group of self-made millionaires in Diamond City navigating high-profile social lives while balancing their personal and professional commitments. The reality show provides an authentic window into the lives of the rich and famous by showcasing what goes on behind the scenes at extravagant parties, luxury events, and multimillion-dollar business deals. Besides a handsome helping of friendship, high-octane drama and romance add to the thrill of the show....

Created by Cris Abrego, Mark Cronin, and Rick Telles, VH1’s ‘The Surreal Life’ is a reality series that premiered in 2003 and was discontinued in 2006 before being rebooted in 2022. Set in a luxurious mansion, a group of celebrities has to spend two weeks on the property as they partake in different activities. Apart from their prowess throughout the season, the show delves into the relationships between different cast members and how the dynamics change over time....

Between 1988 to 1998, residents in Florida’s Volusia and Orange counties were left terrified by a series of brutal and heinous rapes. While the crimes were inhuman in nature, authorities soon suspected that the person responsible for the rapes was stalking and choosing his targets carefully. Investigation Discovery’s ‘In Pursuit with John Walsh: Lying in Wait’ chronicles the crimes and shows how the prime suspect, Leslie Renald Lagrotta, disappeared into thin air....

Hulu’s ‘Little Fires Everywhere‘ has maintained a compelling mystery at the heart of its suburban drama throughout the first seven episodes of the mini-series. In the series finale, the show manages to answer viewers’ questions satisfactorily. Moreover, the finale also turns out to be the most intense episode of the well-paced show as the drama literally reaches the highest decibel. ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ is an adaptation of Celeste Ng’s novel of the same name....

‘Mind Your Manners’ is a Netflix reality show hosted by international etiquette coach Sara Jane Ho, as she helps people bring out their best selves. Focusing on etiquette and manners in social situations, she aims to transform the lives of students and give them the conviction to shine in any circumstance. From helping them dress appropriately for different occasions, teaching them table etiquette, and helping them learn new skills like archery, yoga, or horse riding, Sara treats every student uniquely to give them a wholesome experience....

Investigation Discovery’s ‘Blood Relatives: Wasted Away’ chronicles the tale of the violent murder of the 25-year-old mother of three, Summer Inman, in Logan, Ohio. She was reported missing by her parents on her way back from work in March 2011 and was found about a week later in the septic tank of a church. The episode deftly covers the investigation that led to the police discovering the body and ultimately arresting her killers....

In November 2001, a shocking crime gripped the residents of Cantonment, Florida, because of the crime’s nature and the perpetrators’ age at the time. Investigation Discovery’s ‘Redrum: Families and Foes’ chronicles how Terry King was murdered by his two sons, Derek and Alex King, who were just children when the slaying occurred. So, if you’re curious to discover why exactly Derek and Alex took that drastic step and what has happened to them since then, we’ve got you covered....