No other movie genre embodies conflict as hilariously as the “buddy cop.” The stakes are high, the clock is ticking, and the buddy cops are busy arguing over their cultural, social, or racial differences. But despite all of these common traits between buddy cop films, some like ‘21 Jump Street‘ and ‘Rush Hour‘ work really well, while others offer nothing more than the genre’s clichès. Is ‘Coffee & Kareem’ any good?...
SPONSORED LINKS Based on the 1782 eponymous novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, ‘Dangerous Liaisons’ is a historical romantic drama series that revolves around two lovers. They develop grave differences against one another due to unfavorable circumstances and become enemies. Created by Harriet Warner, the period show features stellar performances from a talented cast comprising Alice Englert, Nicholas Denton, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Lesley Manville, and Carice van Houten. The series is an amalgamation of contrasting themes, including love, betrayal, corruption, jealousy, hatred, and vengeance, all of which makes for an intriguing watch....
Emily in Paris is created by Emmy and Golden Globe Winner, Darren Star. He is known for his works such as Beverly Hills 90210, Younger, and Sex and the City. He has come together with Lily Collins who is one of the Producers and the lead character, Emily Cooper. Star’s love for Paris goes way back into his schooldays and he finally managed to go to Paris when he was a 19-year-old, backpacking through Europe....
SPONSORED LINKS Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, ‘The Woman King’ is a historical drama film set in the early 19th Century. It revolves around the Agojie, the all-female warrior unit tasked with protecting the Kingdom of Dahomey in Western Africa. Nanisca, the unit’s general, trains the recruits in the art of warfare to stand against those who seek to destroy their way of life. Starring Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, and Lashana Lynch, the movie has been lauded for its action sequences, visual appeal, and casting choices, among other things....
In 2011, Marni Yang was convicted for the murder of Rhoni Reuter and her unborn child. Marni Yang was having an affair with Reuter’s boyfriend, Shaun Gayle. Gayle is a former NFL player who played for Chicago Bears. He had been in a relationship with Reuter for over 17 years. In 2007, a seven month pregnant Reuter was found shot dead in her apartment. Gayle was still playing for the Bears when he met Yang, who was a real estate agent at that point....
Fox’s ‘Monarch‘ continues to twist the family dynamics and the secret pasts of the Romans in the ninth episode. Titled ‘Confessions,’ episode 9 sees Nicky and Gigi once again vying for the same opportunity, this time a spot on a famous music band’s tour. Meanwhile, Albie tries to finish his album and keep Tripp DeWitt’s investigation of Clive’s disappearance quiet. Ana is devastated to learn her true ancestry forcing Ace and Catt to work together and bring her around....
Often mired with controversies and some obvious outrage, several TV shows and movies these days go a little beyond the standard norm of the depiction of sex on television. Hulu’s new romance drama ‘Normal People‘ treads a similar path and as expected, many viewers initially had several complaints about its explicit content. However, on the other end, there were also several viewers who appreciated the show’s realistic and grounded approach to love and sex....
SPONSORED LINKS ABC’s ‘Shark Tank‘ is a popular reality series with an intriguing premise featuring multiple high-profile investors, more commonly known as “Sharks,” looking to invest in new business ideas. Entrepreneurs from all over the country have the opportunity to pitch their ideas in front of the Sharks and hope that they impress the financial giants. Over the years, many beloved products people use in everyday life have been featured in the show....
‘Rick and Morty‘ season 6 continues to treat viewers with unexpected scenarios in the sixth episode. However, the episode, titled ‘Juricksic Mort,’ also promises a return to the tried and tested formula from the past. It sees Rick dealing with the arrival of intelligent dinosaurs on earth who become the new overseers of planet earth. However, Rick is irked by their benevolence and tries to get rid of them. If you are wondering whether Rick succeeds in his plan and how he obtains his goal, we’ve got you covered!...
With Netflix’s ‘I Am A Stalker: A Family Stalked’ delving deep into the case of Ruben Jaramillo, we get a true insight into the way delusions and a sense of self-importance can turn lives around. After all, as the title suggests, it chronicles not just how he tormented his partner but also her close loved ones for months on end in the hopes of ensuring she’d be only his and no one else’s....
If you have wondered how blind dates help people find their perfect partners, Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind‘ should be right up your alley. The exciting dating reality show brings together a group of singles from different backgrounds before asking them to go on blind dates. Herein lies the catch: during the dates, the contestants aren’t allowed to see each other but can only talk from separate custom-built pods. Once a pair takes the next step and gets engaged, they are allowed to meet face-to-face before being sent off to a couple’s retreat to spend a few days together....
Netflix’s ‘Spectros’ is a supernatural series that is set in the Liberdade district of Sao Paulo. It follows the story of the kids who come face to face with an ancient secret that has been protected for centuries by a witch. She has been keeping evil at bay all this while, but one wrong move on someone’s part undoes it all and all hell breaks loose on the streets. The story takes place over the course of one night where three teenagers collide with each other, each visiting the witch’s house with a different intention....
Created by Taylor Sheridan, Paramount+’s ‘1923’ is a Western drama series that serves as the prequel to ‘Yellowstone‘ and the sequel to ‘1883.’ Set in the early 20th century, the narrative gives us a glimpse into the lives of one of the generations of the Dutton family and showcases how their history shaped their current generation. As the Duttons reside in the mountain west, they have to go through a series of challenges, including Western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression....
Based on the ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ books and novel ‘Fire & Blood’ by George R. R. Martin, HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon’ is created by the author and Ryan J. Condal, serving as a prequel to the popular series ‘Game of Thrones.’ Set nearly two centuries before the events of the parent show, the narrative recounts the epic history and the rise and fall of House Targaryen. It chronicles all the events that lead to the Targaryen war of succession, the Dance of the Dragons, connecting several story arcs to the original show....
‘Diary of a Future President’ is Disney+’s first scripted television show after its initial slate of productions which included the massively popular Star Wars show, ‘The Mandalorian.’ It adds a creative and rather topical twist to the increasingly conventional coming-of-age story of a colored character. Perhaps the most noteworthy thing about ‘Diary of a Future President’ is the fact that Gina Rodriguez is an executive producer for the show, apart from acting in it as well....
Directed by Jake Helgren, GAF’s ‘My Best Friend’s Christmas,’ AKA ‘Christmas Sweethearts,’ is a romantic comedy movie about a young woman named Ashley. After returning home for Christmas, she learns that her cousin Bella is engaged to Grant, her high school sweetheart. Still not over her feelings for him, Ashley is devastated, though she does not want to ruin her cousin’s happiness. When she discloses her dilemma to her best friend, Liam, the latter decides to crash the family’s holiday celebrations and pretend to be her boyfriend....
There are some movies that you just cannot watch with family. Then there are those that would prove to be uncomfortable viewing experiences even with friends. Gaspar Noe’s ‘Love’ is one such film that you might want to remove from your Netflix history after watching it. For starters, the movie contains some extremely explicit sex scenes that have been filmed in 3d. ‘Love’ pushes the boundaries when it comes to the depiction of erotic sexuality on-screen with Noe not being worried about portraying taboo topics....
Starz’s ‘Power’ is a sprawling crime drama TV franchise. The original show, ‘Power,’ premiered in 2014 and aired for six seasons before concluding in 2020. Three spin-offs have been released since then, and more are slated to come. ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ is the second spin-off to be released and serves as a prequel to the entire franchise. It revolves around the youth of Kanan Stark, one of the primary antagonists (later anti-villain) of the original series, and his transformation from a promising student to a vicious criminal....
When it comes to dating in The Agency — the focal point of Netflix’s realty reality series ‘Buying Beverly Hills’ — broker Joey Ben-Zvi (now leading Ben-Zvi Piller Group) truly describes it best. “The Agency is fully incestuous,” he candidly explained in the original itself, not meaning it literally but referring to the fact several co-workers have wound up getting involved with one another. Amongst them are actually none other than senior realtor Ben Belack and fellow agent Amanda York — so now, if you wish to learn more about them, we’ve got the essential details for you....
TLC’s ‘90 Day Fiance‘ offers us a sneak peek into the lives of US citizens who are engaged to foreign nationals. The reality show documents these foreign partners as they come to the United States on a K-1 visa, which compels them to marry within 90 days or face possible deportation. Thus, with less time and their future on the line, watching how each couple chooses to iron out their issues and settle down peacefully is interesting....
