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For those who are into J-Dramas and are not too fluent in Japanese, Netflix can be the perfect place to look for shows that have a global appeal to them. The platform’s newest addition, ‘Followers’, is another Japanese drama which has been directed by renowned photographer Mika Ninagawa. Apart from portraying a realistic picture of the fashion industry in Japan, the show also sheds light on some deeper themes that revolve around finding true happiness with human relationships and not with money and fame....

As a reality dating series that lives up to its title by focusing purely upon authentic, deep emotional connections before the physical, Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind‘ is truly unlike any other in the genre. After all, it centers around a group of diverse singles as they meet, mingle, fall in love, and get engaged sight unseen, only to soon answer whether they really are ready to promise forever or not....

Netflix’s ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ brings back Benoit Blanc, who has another murder to solve, this time on a Greek island. Much like the first case, this mystery is layered with the backstories and intentions of all characters coming into focus to reveal the truth about the events that lead up to the murder. With Daniel Craig returning to play the brilliant detective, the film also repeats the trend of an all-star ensemble that boasts names like Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, and Kathryn Hahn, among others....

SPONSORED LINKS Inspired by the 2018 eponymous novel by Miriam Toews, which in itself is based on true events, ‘Women Talking’ is a biographical drama movie that focuses on a group of women in an isolated community who try to do something about the prevalent sexual abuse against women within their community. Written and directed by Sarah Polley, the drama film features impressive performances from a talented ensemble cast, comprising Rooney Mara, Ben Whishaw, Claire Foy, Jessie Buckley, and Judith Ivey....

Netflix’s new cougar comedy ‘MILF’ attempts to subvert the stereotypes surrounding intergenerational romantic relationships. Although undoubtedly, there are moments where it’s mildly entertaining with its archetypal drama, the film never really settles down for a particular theme. With that said, in this article, we’re not criticizing but explaining the ending of the movie. So in case, you weren’t paying enough attention, and you ended up missing out on a plot point or two, read on further to know all about the movie’s plot and what it ultimately means for its three protagonists....

Netflix’s ‘Love Is Blind’ is a dating reality show that makes one wonder about the idea of love. Each season, the cast members go on dates with several potential partners. The meetings occur in specially crafted pods where a pair can talk but not see what the other person looks like. Once a marriage proposal is extended and accepted, the engaged couple is allowed to see their partners and prepare for upcoming nuptials....

In the eighth episode of ‘Rent a Girlfriend’ season 2 titled ‘Youth and Girlfriend,’ Ruka apologizes to Kazuya for being rude to Mimi the previous day. Kazuya later hires Chizuru for the entire day and the duo goes on a well-planned date. Chizuru tells him about a career-changing opportunity while they are hanging out which leaves Kazuya ecstatic for his rental girlfriend. Here is everything you need to know about the ending of ‘Rent a Girlfriend’ or ‘Kanojo, Okarishimasu’ season 2 episode 8....

The highly anticipated follow-up for Bong Joon-ho’s satirical thriller ‘Snowpiercer‘ is finally here. Set in the year 2021, the show walks us through the hefty class disputes that ensue inside the perpetually moving titular train all over again. If you’ve already seen the original film, you’ll very well know that despite the limitations of its setup, the film perfectly executes its intense action scenes and sci-fi melodrama. Similar to the movie, the shooting of series required a whole lot of planning to create the intended dystopian atmosphere....

BravoTV’s ‘Southern Hospitality’ gives us an authentic sneak peek into the lives of the enthusiastic staff at Charleston’s Republic Garden & Lounge. Headed by Leva Bonaparte, who owns the establishment alongside her husband, the staff have to balance their personal and professional commitments, deal with interpersonal relationships, and cater to the demands of guests, all while being documented by cameras. Apart from providing exciting snippets from the life of a nightclub staff, the reality show intersperses the narrative with romance and drama, which adds to the thrill....

Netflix’s ‘The Witcher: Blood Origin’ is a prequel series that takes place more than a thousand years before the events of ‘The Witcher’. The series is set in a world where humans haven’t yet established their dominance. In fact, they are nowhere to be seen. The world is still under the rule of the elves, but several circumstances lead to their downfall. In its four episodes, ‘Blood Origin’ not only gives us an explanation for several mysteries in ‘The Witcher’ but also introduces the characters that are going to become important players in the story of Ciri and Geralt....

Netflix’s ‘The Witcher: Blood Origin’ is a prequel series that gives us the history of the Continent, prior to the Conjunction of the Spheres which forever changed the world. The four-part series follows the story of the seven who rose against the oppressive elven rule and fought for their freedom. However, their actions unintentionally lead to the very thing that they’d been trying to stop. This kickstarts a series of events that eventually leads us to Ciri’s story in ‘The Witcher’....

ID’s ‘Dead Reckoning’ brings to the foray different murder cases that required much effort to be pieced together. In each of its episodes, a different murder case is discussed with precise details, leading up to its closure. One such case is that of Tom Bragg whose death came across as a shock to not just to his family but the whole of his community. Tom Bragg’s Murder Thomas (Tom) Bragg was found dead in his bed at his residence in Thomaston, Georgia on 9 September 2002....

The American real estate industry has produced many popular and talented agents, including Ben Belack. The realtor has worked hard over the years to establish his reputation as one of the best in the field and has rubbed shoulders with many icons. Ben’s appearance in Netflix’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills‘ helped boost his fame and let the public know more about what he does in his life. Given his hard work and lifestyle, fans of the reality show cannot help but wonder just how wealthy the realtor is, and we are here to answer the same!...

An undercover investigation over five months in 2014 led the authorities to a system of corruption within the Rikers Island prison in New York. They learned of corrupt correction officers smuggling contraband into the prison, with multiple officials involved. On the latest episode of VH1′ ‘My True Crime Story,’ the viewers learn about Steven Dominguez, who got caught in the bust and later turned his life around. So, if you’re curious to find out more, here’s what we know....

Move over the Kardashians, there is another rich family to keep up with your through your tellies. MTV’s ‘The Busch Family Brewed’ is a reality television series that provides a look into the lives of the Busch family members. Billy Busch Sr. and his family are proud descendants of the Anheuser-Busch family responsible for the beloved Budweiser beer. While Billy Busch Sr. never worked for the Anheuser-Busch corporation, he did start his own beer, Kräftig....

Directed by Ang Lee, ‘Brokeback Mountain’ is a 2005 romantic drama movie that revolves around two Wyoming cowboys, Ennis (Heath Ledger) and Jack (Jake Gyllenhaal), who meet on a ranch one summer, form a deep connection and explore their sexuality. As the two part ways after a brief period, the narrative follows their lives wherein they meet a few times a year to reignite their passion and relive their memories. The neo-Western drama movie is based on Annie Proulx’s 1997 short story of the same name....

Perhaps one of the most preposterous parts of Gwyneth Paltrow’s “The Goop Lab”, is its episode on energy healing that introduces us to the work of John Amaral, chiropractor and energy bodyworker. It is not as much the topic of energy healing as much it is the process through which the healing takes place. As Elise accurately points out, it does feel like an “exorcism”. “Just ‘cause something isn’t proven, doesn’t mean it doesn’t work”, says the medical practitioner in the episode....

Netflix’s ‘1899‘ is a sci-fi mystery TV series that follows a group of migrants on a passenger ship, Kerberos. When Kerberos finds Prometheus, a missing ship, the passengers start experiencing unexplainable things that make them question what’s real and what’s not. The plot thickens in episode 5 after episode 4’s shocking ending, wherein the boy is thrown off the ship but reappears in the ship’s cabinet. Episode 5 picks up from this point and comprises incidents we don’t quite understand....

SPONSORED LINKS ‘Fuller House‘ is a Netflix Original that serves as the successor to ‘Full House.’ The premise is centered around D.J. Tanner-Fuller, a veterinarian. In the sitcom, we see the widowed mother of three sons lives with her sister, Stephanie, and best friend Kimmy, in the Tanners’ childhood home in San Francisco. As the women try to help D.J. raise the kids, Kimmy’s teenage daughter also moves in with them....

SPONSORED LINKS Every now and again we cross paths with an inspirational story of survival at sea. The age-old premise makes for really gripping, often emotional story-telling. Who doesn’t want to watch a cinematic retelling of how a brave man (or woman) survived at sea for any number of days, against all odds and fighting no villain but the elements? Truly, human villains are nothing when compared to the transcendent powers of nature in its angriest form....