There is nothing forgettable about this innovative dramatic thriller that superbly weaves together several genre threads to create something entirely unique. “Forgotten” (originally titled: “Gi-eok-ui Bam”) opens as a family is moving into their new home. Joining their parents are twenty-somethi
A four-part miniseries that never grinds its gears, "Run!" is as thrilling a viewing experience as its title suggests. Featuring " Silver Spoon " co-stars Pavel Priluchnyy and Denis Shvedov, this action-packed limited series is the perfect showcase for the actors' innate b
The 2018 Winter Olympics are over, and it is difficult to refer to the emotions in its aftermath, as anything other than bittersweet. The world witnessed ice dance greats, Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, win their second individual gold in what was possibly their last Games as competitors.
If you have watched more than one crime procedural, then you know the concept can grow stale rather quickly. The key to one succeeding is for it to have an outrageously engaging hook that combines a clever overarching premise with a captivating central character. “Silver Spoon” (originally title
When it comes to romance -- love, lust, and infatuation are easy to confuse and as “Locust” points out, telling the difference can be a torment on the senses. Throughout history, there has been no other love story held more sacred than the one belonging to star-crossed lovers. The beleaguered coup
The 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang will be filled with the world’s top ice dancers going toe pick-to-toe pick for the gold medal. Among them are Olympic gold and silver medalists Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir , who will be vying for their second gold medal. While the other disciplines will b
So long 2017! This is Eclectic Pop’s last end-of-the-year wrap-up post, so hold on and enjoy. In a highly competitive Top 5, posts about a pop music queen, an actual queen, and an empress, ruled reader interest. In true Eclectic Pop form, the Top 5 is comprised of eclectic selections. There are t
Action, adventure, romance, and mayhem dominated the themes of Eclectic Pop’s Most-Read Movie Reviews in 2017. What do they share in common? Every review in the Top 5 is positive, some glowingly so. In a compelling suggestion of just how prevalent Netflix has become, it is worth noting that each a
2017 was a complicated year for movies, many were good, and some were great. Listed below are 13 films that rose above the rest, earning their spot among 2017’s best. What does it take for a movie to be considered one of the year's “best?” It should never fade from one's memory and fondly
Another year of quality television has come and gone, and thankfully, there was no shortage of top-notch programming. There were costume dramas that thrilled with edge-of-your-seat danger and beautiful costuming. Action dramas that provided riveting intrigue. While long-running series bid tele
Happy New Year from Eclectic Pop! Hopefully, your 2018 has already gotten off to a wonderful start. For those of you wondering, the next bit of coverage Eclectic Pop will be publishing is its review of 2017. Expect the unveiling of 2017's most-read content and Eclectic Pop's picks for the
Netflix Netflix's gripping adaptation of Margaret Atwood's historical fiction novel centers on a young woman named Grace Marks (Sarah Gadon). Grace has been in prison, most of her adult life for her conviction in a brutal double murder. Questions remain as to her guilt or innocence and
“A Christmas Prince” is a royally entertaining way to spend an hour and a half. Rose McIver stars as Amber, a struggling editor and aspiring writer, who gets the chance of a lifetime when her boss sends her on a mission to cover the potential abdication of a fictional country's prince. Despe
November has come and gone, which means the Holidays are in full swing. With December well underway, it’s time to sit back, relax, and reflect on the penultimate month of the year’s most-read posts on Eclectic Pop. Among the topics taking center stage are the PBS Masterpiece series "Poldar
Few films encompass everything genres attempt to quantify. If a movie is categorized as a drama, you tend to expect few laughs and if a film is regarded as a comedy, you anticipate rare moments of deep drama.
This list of top costume dramas continues with the final installment of this list. Two queens, a princess, and lots of romance comprise the series listed below. Find out which period pieces made the list and where to stream them. To read Part I, click here . Completing the list, in no particu
It is a great time to be a fan of costume dramas. There are new ones currently airing and older ones available for new audiences to enjoy, thanks to Netflix and Amazon Prime. What makes a costume drama exceptional? Gorgeous costumes, grand romance, and powerful performances are just a few of th
One of the most moving miniseries ever made, this divine adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell’s Victorian novel teaches valuable lessons that drive to the very heart of humanity. When Margaret Hale (Daniela Denbe-Ashe) moves from the English countryside to the city with her parents, the adjustment sen
Do you believe that a quality heist movie should include a sharp execution, an involving lead, and a strong ending? Then Eclectic Pop has good news because writer/director Iñaki Dorronsoro delivers all of this in "The Getaway Plan."
The second season of “The Crown” will premiere on Netflix, December 8. So here to help you catch up on the vital details of Season 1, and maybe even decide if you want to stream it (if you have not already), is this recap of what I’ve written about “The Crown” on various sites, including Eclect
The third season of “ Poldark ” has flown by and so has the opportunity to write about it on the Inquisitr. It has been an exciting season to cover, albeit a rather sad one. The original luminosity that once radiated from the series has been replaced by an intensely overcast feeling. The new t
After a month-long hiatus, Eclectic Pop’s monthly feature revealing the Top 10 Most-Read Posts on the site has returned. As we fall into winter, a myriad of new, and returning television shows have already tinged the air with excitement. September gave us the return of ABC’s “Dancing with t
Get ready for some high-speed excitement in writer/director Jeremy Rush's vehicular thriller. Taking place within the span of a solitary evening and mostly inside a hot rod, “Wheelman” follows its eponymous central character through a night that never slams on the breaks. Wheelman (Frank Grill
The stage itself vies for the spotlight in Joe Wright's unique adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's legendary novel. It is this strange and slightly off-putting approach to adapting the well-known tale that overwhelms an intimate storyline filled with lies, lust, love, loyalty, and betrayal
Where do judgment, learning experiences, and morality intersect? This is one of the big questions haunting Carrie Pilby (Bel Powley), a genius, who went to college as a young teen and graduated when most are usually beginning.
These days, good action films are hard to come by and great action films are an all-out rarity. Much to this fan of the genre’s significant surprise, “The Hunter’s Prayer” is the latter. It is precisely paced, evocatively directed, and terrifically acted. This entertaining genre entry ce
When Clare ( Teresa Palmer ), an Australian photographer visiting Berlin meets Andi (Max Riemelt), a teacher at a local school, a palpable chemistry quickly develops between them. They spend time together, briefly getting to know one other before lust, fully consumes them. After their l
Antonio Banderas stars in this engaging action thriller as Eduardo "Eddie" Deacon, a retired Marine captain, who takes a job working overnight security for a mall. As one might suspect, this job soon takes a suspenseful turn. While being shown the ropes by the hilarious head h
What do “ Poldark ” and “ Game of Thrones ” have in common? Besides both series being costume dramas, I have been writing about both of them on the Inquisitr . “Poldark” Season 3 begins airing on PBS Masterpiece on October 1 and “Game of Thrones” recently ended its seventh season. While both
Catherine the Great is one of the most famous women in history and she gets her due in this origin-story bio-drama. Before she became “the Great,” Catherine (aka Ekaterina) was German Princess Sophie Friederike Auguste von Anhalt-Zerbst-Dornburg.
The Spotify playlists presented by Eclectic Pop have traditionally centered on a particular theme and this one will not. The sole focus here is to create a fun and contemplative mood. This selection includes chart-toppers and showstoppers, while ballads take center stage. Would it really be a
The last full month of summer has drawn to a close. Believe it or not, it is almost time to exchange swimwear for scarves. Summer has flown by and hopefully, you have found some time to be entertained throughout it. Summer 2017 has been a big one for TV. Between the blink-and-you-misse
What makes someone a good person? That is one of the questions at the heart of “Before I Fall,” a magnificently directed teen drama about Samantha Kingston (a phenomenal Zoey Deutch), a high school senior, who keeps reliving the last day she remembers. This “Groundhog Day” scenario plays out wi
