Directed by Asger Leth, ‘Man on a Ledge‘ is a 2012 action-thriller film that centers upon a mysterious man named Joe Walker, who threatens to jump from the 21st floor of The Roosevelt Hotel. We soon learn his real name is Nick Cassidy (Sam Worthington), an ex-cop and fugitive trying to prove his innocence. Nick wants to talk to police psychologist Lydia Mercer (Elizabeth Banks) and is ready to negotiate only with her....
Beginning in late 2009, a group of thieves pulled off multiple sophisticated grab-and-dash diamond robberies all over the country while the authorities tried to connect the dots. Eventually, they were helped by a witness testimony that led them directly to a group helmed by ex-convict Michael Young — he was carefully orchestrating these heists from every angle. ABC News’ ‘20/20: Diamonds Aren’t Forever’ thus focuses on how he was zeroed in on and what happened in the aftermath....
The second episode of AMC’s post-apocalyptic series ‘Tales of the Walking Dead,’ titled ‘Blair/Gina,’ traces the beginning of the zombie apocalypse. Blair Crawford, who runs an insurance company, and her receptionist Gina get into a time loop in which they die several times due to the explosion of a gas truck. Starring Parker Posey as Blair and Jillian Bell as Gina, the episode progresses through their attempts to break the cycle and escape the time loop....
Wedding bells are perhaps the favorite sounds of any romantic. Well, romcoms know that since weddings are extremely common for the genre. There is something about two people tying the knot that makes a third person yearn for love. That is the reason so many romantic movies are set around characters attending others’ weddings. While the wedding of protagonists generally arrives at the end, ‘All of My Heart: The Wedding’ is a romantic movie that does things differently....
Being away from your home turf not only feels incredibly freeing but can often play a key role in strengthening the loose bonds of one’s relationship and that’s exactly what ‘Couples Retreat’ portrays. Revolving around four couples who go for a holiday on a therapy resort, the film is a hilarious depiction of how therapy can often be a necessity in most marriages. As one can tell, in both concept and execution, it is a rom-com that features a star-studded cast including Kristen Bell, Vince Vaughn, Jason Bateman, Malin Akerman, and Jon Favreau....
CBS’ ‘Fit for Christmas’ is a fun Christmas-themed movie that adds a unique twist to the romantic comedy genre. Directed by Jessica Harmon, it follows Audrey, a chirpy fitness instructor from Mistletoe, Montana, obsessed with everything related to Christmas. She conducts classes at the local community center, which she is deeply attached to. But given the center’s poor financial state, a mysterious businessman arrives in town to convert it into a luxurious resort, and Audrey clashes with him....
Prime Video’s ‘Radioactive‘ follows the story of Marie Curie. Beginning from her early years, it traces her journey through the time she met Pierre Curie, made remarkable discoveries, won Nobels, and changed the world forever. Apart from showcasing her exceptional achievements, the film also gives us an intimate look into her personal struggles, beginning with the sexism she had to face in her field, to the sudden loss of her collaborator and husband, to braving through the hatred of the country that she later helps in the world war....
In more ways than one, ‘So Help Me Todd’ is bound to remind you of ‘Psych,’ the delightfully quirky mystery drama about a man with exceptional deductive skills pretending to be a psychic. While Todd (Skylar Astin) might not pretend to be a psychic, he is very much a man-child like Shawn Spencer. As the first season progresses, the narrative around the main characters is gradually being built. In episode 6, a potential lover for Todd is introduced....
SPONSORED LINKS 7. Ringer (2011-2012) The CW’s thriller series ‘Ringer’ revolves around Bridget Kelly and Siobhan Martin (Sarah Michelle Gellar), two twin sisters based in Wyoming and New York respectively. When Bridget’s life gets threatened, she arrives in New York while her sister Siobhan appears to commit suicide by jumping into the ocean. Bridget starts to pretend to be Siobhan in front of her family and close acquaintances, only to get involved with her sister’s darkest secrets....
In March 1994, Allen Carter had no idea that visiting a Jewelry shop in Randall County, Texas, would lead to his death. While at the shop, the schoolteacher witnessed a robbery and lost his life trying to prevent it. Netflix’s ‘I Am A Killer: The Mockingbird’ chronicles the horrifying murder and shows how eyewitness accounts helped law enforcement officials bring the perpetrator to justice. If you are intrigued by this case and want to know where the killer is at present, we have you covered....
‘Selling the OC‘ is a Netflix reality series that falls in the same franchise as ‘Selling Sunset.’ The show follows the employees of The Oppenheim Group’s office in Orange County, California, and lets the viewers enjoy the breathtaking properties available in the region. Additionally, the realtors give the viewers an insight into their personal and professional lives. The varied dynamics between the cast members make for an entertaining viewing experience that is hard to beat....
The second episode of Hulu’s dystopian series ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ season 5 opens a window to Gilead after the death of Commander Fred Waterford. Upon the death of Fred, Commander Warren Putnam becomes one of the highest officials in the country. To please Putnam, Aunt Lydia assigns Esther Keyes as his new Handmaid. Janine Lindo, Esther’s mentor, also joins her when Lydia leads Esther and the other Handmaids to Putnam’s house....
‘Bad Sisters‘ continues the Garvey family’s plot against the notorious John Paul Williams in the fifth episode, titled ‘Eye for an Eye.’ The episode sees Bibi leading the charge against John Paul and formulating another plan to kill her brother-in-law. Meanwhile, Becka struggles with her feelings for Matthew in the present. Ultimately, the sisters execute another strike against John Paul, arguably their most gruesome one yet. Therefore, viewers must be wondering about John Paul’s fate and the sisters’ motivations....
Starting in the late 1990s, Carlos Ghosn was a powerful executive responsible for the turnaround of two famous automobile companies, Renault and Nissan. But in November 2018, his arrest in Japan came as a surprise and at the heels of several serious accusations of financial misconduct. Netflix’s ‘Fugitive: The Curious Case of Carlos Ghosn’ focuses on what happened to Carlos in the aftermath. So, if you’re curious about where he might be today, we’ve got you covered....
Netflix’s ‘Chad and JT Go Deep’ revolves around two titular “activists” in Southern California who want to bring about positive changes in the world by raising awareness on various really important things, including but not limited to the abuses that the e-scooter riders receive and benefits of perineum sunning. They also regularly appear at town council meetings in Southern California to petition for their causes. Their activism has garnered them a considerable following on social media....
Netflix’s ‘Do Revenge’ is a teen drama with a Hitchcockian twist. Two girls, Drea and Eleanor, make a ‘Stranger on a Train’ kind of pact to make their bullies pay for ruining their lives. Things take a much darker turn by the end, and overall, it is a very eye-opening experience for both girls. After all is said and done, they come out of it with a much better perspective and resolve to become better people by working on the things that had made them terrible before....
Richard Young is the estranged father of Tessa Young (Josephine Langford) in Netflix’s ‘After’ film series. Richard’s absence has always affected Tessa’s life, which leads her to seek comfort and security in Noah, her boyfriend before she met Hardin Scott (Hero Fiennes Tiffin). Richard returns to her life in ‘After We Collided,’ raising concerns in Hardin, who doesn’t want Richard to hurt his girlfriend. Although Hardin takes some time to accept Richard’s presence in Tessa’s life, the latter starts to nurture a bond with her father....
Netflix’s ‘From Scratch’ follows the story of Amy and Lino. They have a dreamy summer romance in Florence, and it looks like their love story is pulled straight out of a fairy tale. However, life throws a lot of challenges in their path, one that tests their love for each other along with their strength and patience to survive in the face of all odds. What starts out as a swoon-worthy tale of love soon turns into a tragic story....
Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’ features the talented Jenna Ortega in the leading role of Wednesday Addams. Given the popularity that is enjoyed by ‘The Addams Family,’ playing one of the most prominent and beloved characters is surely a hard job. However, Jenna’s performance as the gothic daughter of Gomez and Morticia Addams has been praised by many. The horror comedy is far from Jenna’s first time as an actress, and her work has certainly helped her gain a large number of fans....
At 19, Michaella McCollum felt like she had her whole life to explore the world and took a one-way ticket to Ibiza, Spain. But what happened in the days that followed forever changed her life. Netflix’s ‘High: Confessions of an Ibiza Drug Mule’ is a four-part docuseries that delves into Michaella getting mixed up with a drug smuggling ring, ultimately being arrested in Peru for trying to move several kilos of cocaine into Europe....
