SPONSORED LINKS There’s a movie for every different mood. Sometimes you want to watch something relaxing and light so you go for a “feel good” movie like ‘Forest Gump‘. Then there are days when you need some motivation to keep going, so you end up watching inspiring sports flick like ‘Creed‘. But then there are these other days when we have a love/hate relationship with the kind of movies we’re watching....
SPONSORED LINKS 7. Thelma & Louise (1991) Considered by many critics and film scholars as a feminist film, this Ridley Scott-directed feature follows two friends on a road trip which becomes a run from the law after Louise (Susan Sarandon) kills a man who tries to rape Thelma (Geena Davis). The film was a critical and commercial hit and garnered the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. With incredible performances by the two leading ladies, ‘Thelma & Louise’ managed to pave the way for women-centric films that came later, like ‘I’m Your Woman....
‘Endings, Beginnings’ follows a woman on the journey of self-exploration. Shailene Woodley plays the role of Daphne. Fresh out of a relationship, she tries to not fall into any further drama, but trouble stirs when she meets Frank (Sebastian Stan) and Jack (Jamie Dornan). The film begins with the love triangle, but we soon discover that before, or rather than, choosing between the men vying for her love, she has to come to terms with a different truth, altogether....
The usually peaceful city of Greeley, Colorado, was forced to witness a horrifying homicide when Heather Garraus was murdered in cold blood as she left her place of work. Surprisingly, the killer was dressed in a black robe and was hiding their face with a grim reaper mask. NBC News’ ‘Dateline: Internal Affairs’ chronicles the brutal murder and shows how through efficient police investigation, law enforcement officers were to bring the perpetrator to justice....
Directed by Javier Ruiz Caldera, Netflix’s crime film ‘A Man of Action’ revolves around the true story of Lucio Urtubia, a Spanish anarchist who flees to Paris, France. After settling in the French capital, Lucio gets involved with an anarchist organization, which leads to his meeting with a famed anarchist named Quico Sabaté. Lucio joins Sabaté in robbing banks to help fellow anarchists, families of the political prisoners, and the anarchist cause....
SPONSORED LINKS Is Casey “Dove” Porter Based on a Real Baseball Player and Coach? No, Casey “Dove” Porter is not based on a real baseball player and coach. Created by Will Graham and Abbi Jacobson, the show is a “reimagining” of Penny Marshall’s 1992 eponymous film, which also revolves around the Rockford Peaches and All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. In the film, Jimmy Dugan (Tom Hanks) coaches the Peaches. The writers of the film were reportedly inspired by famed baseball players Jimmie Foxx and Hack Wilson to conceive the alcoholic character....
Directed by debutant Lila Neugebauer, Apple TV+’s ‘Causeway’ is a psychological drama movie starring Jennifer Lawrence as Lynsey, a soldier. After she is injured during an explosion while working in Afghanistan, she is discharged from the army. As a result, Lynsey returns to her hometown and must battle several internal emotional issues to forge a path forward. The sublimely shot movie is emotionally charged and deals with soldiers rehabilitating into society and their traumas....
While most faith-based movies are purposefully fictional and only serve as allegories to real life, others are grounded to reality and are still stranger than fiction. Directed by Marco Pontecorvo, ‘Fatima’ comes with “the based on a true story” tag and recounts an event that is indeed stranger than most fantastical faith-based movies out there. The film tells the story of three young children who met the Virgin Mary and later became the witnesses of “The Miracle of the Sun,” along with thousands of others....
Netflix’s ‘I Came By’ is a thriller that focuses on an ex-judge, named Hector Blake, who is hiding some horrible secrets. Havoc ensues when a young graffiti artist discovers his secret. The film offers a very twisted sense of perception, making it clear that there is never one hero in a story. To bring down an evil person like Hector, a lot of people have to come together. The reason behind it is explained by his far-sightedness which always keeps him one step ahead....
Netflix’s ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’ is an Indian cop drama TV series conceptualized by Neeraj Pandey and directed by Bhav Dhulia. Set in rural Bihar, the series chronicles IPS officer Amit Lodha’s (Karan Tacker) pursuit of a ruthless criminal in the state. Amit Lodha is a newly inducted officer who is from Rajasthan but is posted in the state of Bihar. When he reaches the place, he understands how things work differently and how the lives of the underprivileged are....
Netflix’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills‘ introduces viewers to some of the most talented real estate agents in Angel Valley, California. In other words, this reality series follows several employees of The Agency, a brokerage headquartered in Beverly Hill, Los Angeles County. And as the events unfold, we get to see how they deal with their personal struggles, all the while trying to become one of the best realtors in the local area....
Also known as ‘Stolen Away,’ ‘Perdida’ (translates to “Lost” in Spanish) is a revenge thriller that follows a man desperately looking for his daughter, who was kidnapped many years ago. The series is quite a package, complete with a dramatic storyline, strong performance, and some high impact action. For the making of ‘Perdida,’ the production team collaborated with actors from Spain, Colombia, Mexico, and Cuba. Directed by Inaki Penafiel, David Ulloa, and Rafa Montesinos, it has become one of the most-watched series in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America....
‘Room’, directed by Lenny Abrahamson, is an independent film that tells a subtle yet powerful story told from the perspective of five-year-old Jack (Jacob Tremblay). His mother, Joy (Brie Larson), was kidnapped and held hostage at the age of seventeen. The movie spans the burdens of victimhood (Joy), the lack of one (Jack), and the struggles of rehabilitation after the trauma of captivity and abuse in a confined space. Is Room Based on a True Story?...
‘The Jerry Springer Show’ or just ‘Jerry Springer’ is a syndicated tabloid talk show that has progressed from the mundane and serious to the seriously outrageous over time. The series started by tackling pertinent issues and family problems, before moving to more controversial topics like partners discovering infidelity often resulting in altercations on the show. Coupled with the chants of ‘Jerry, Jerry,’ the host tries to solve the problems after calling such people to share the spotlight....
The South Korean movie industry is acclaimed for producing films with exceptionally mature themes and impeccable filmmaking. The nation’s movies were pushed into prominence after the Academy Award victory of ‘Parasite.’ ‘The Witch: Part 1. Subversion‘ is a South Korean film that can be categorized under the superhero genre. However, the mystery element proves to be more dominant. ‘The Witch: Part 1. Subversion’ revolves around a girl, Ja-yoon who has no memory about her life before a certain age....
Netflix’s chilling biographical crime drama series ‘Monster: the Jeffrey Dahmer Story‘ offers viewers a sneak peek into the mind of Jeffrey Dahmer and chronicles the heinous murders he committed between 1978 and 1991. Moreover, the show also chronicles parts of Jeffrey’s childhood and portrays his relationship with his parents, Lionel and Joyce Dahmer. Although Joyce Dahmer tried to be a good mother to her son, reports say that she fell victim to excessive medicine use, which formed a rift between her and her husband....
Jamie Crawford’s ‘Prince Andrew: Banished’ on Peacock looks into the allegations against the Duke of York, late Queen Elizabeth’s second son. The documentary looks into Andrew’s alleged connection with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell and an accusation from Virginia Giuffre saying Andrew assaulted her when she was a minor. The film also touches upon his relationship with Kathleen Norris “Koo” Stark during the 1980s. So, if you’re wondering where Koo might be today, here’s what we know....
Directed by Luis Ansorena Hervés and Ernest Riera, Netflix’s ‘The Last Dolphin King’ is a Spanish documentary that revolves around José Luis Barbero, a dolphin trainer accused of animal abuse in early 2015. The movie details how he became a part of the industry, his nearly 35 years as a dolphin trainer, and his demise. To provide as many details as possible, the filmmakers welcome several people related to José, including his family....
Netflix’s ‘My Unorthodox Life‘ is a reality series that revolves around famous businesswoman Julia Haart. Once a part of an Ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, Julia left her old life behind to make a name for herself and prove her worth. Through the show, viewers get an insight into how Julia runs her business while also maintaining her personal relationships. The public also gets to know about Julia’s children and her loved ones, who play crucial roles in her life....
Netflix’s ‘Summer Job’ is an interesting reality show that follows a group of affluent yet spoilt young adults who arrive at a swanky villa in Mexico believing they are about to spend a luxurious holiday. However, herein lies the twist as they discover they have to work in order to earn their stay at the house. At the end of each week, each participant will get a paycheck, which, being empty, will put them in danger of elimination....
