In its Season 2 premiere, “Black Spot” (originally titled “Zone Blanche”) makes it clear that it has returned with no dead zones. The supernatural thriller picks up a couple months after the harrowing events of its first season finale. Villefranche has moved on as only it can. Chalking up another
“Sneaky Pete” thrilled this viewer for three seasons. After two entertainingly different installments, the Amazon series turned out a particularly sensational third season. All of its various parts snapping into place in a fantastic way that boded well for the series’ creative future. For all in
If you are like me, you probably want to keep those summer vibes going when you watch a movie. Because let’s face it. It can be a little weird to watch a film set in the frozen tundra when it is 90+ degrees outside. Even if they are incredibly entertaining.
What do “Yellowstone,” “Absentia,” and “Dark” all have in common? There are a few things. They are all incredibly intoxicating dramas with their own set of unique twists. However, the most pressing similarity is that all of them will be returning for their second seasons this month.
“Sneaky Pete” has always been a sensational show. It has somehow managed to ride a fine line between dark humor and drama with seemingly effortless ease. After two terrific seasons, “Sneaky Pete” delivers one of its biggest surprises to date with Season 3. Maintaining its streak of high quality wit
Costume drama? Check. Mystery? Check. Single-set location with gorgeous production values? Check. If these things are on your watchlist wishlist, “High Seas” (originally titled “Alta mar”) is the next Netflix series for you. One episode in and yours truly is hooked, thanks to a strong cast of char
“Game of Thrones” is gone. An experience eight years in the making has completed its final chapter. When the series actually ended, a storm of emotions flowed to the surface. Not everything unraveled as I wanted it too. Nor did it go as expected. That sort of sums up my relationship with the entir
As a viewer, it was hard to reconcile all of the negativity that got heaped on “Game of Thrones” ahead of its final episode. Before Season 8 began, it seemed the most turbulent time would come after the show had finished airing. After all, it is a rare occasion when a series finale pleases everyon
The penultimate has always been the most defining episode in previous “Game of Thrones” seasons. It is a pattern the show did not break with its final season. Can you believe that after eight years, it came to these events? Did you ever expect that going into the finale, it would look and feel like
After introducing her previous two albums with sassy singles, Taylor Swift's firstly released song for her seventh studio album is all about romance. “Me!” is a duet with Panic! At The Disco ’ s Brendon Urie. The track is filled with sweetness, sass, and she has come to impress (again). Heari
It finally happened. “Game of Thrones” ushered fans through a draining penultimate chapter. One that saw Daenerys and Cersei battle it out, in what the former declared would be "The Last War." Nothing will ever be the same.
At the heart of every survival movie is that aching question. How far would you go to claw your way out of an abysmal circumstance that places you at nature’s mercy? Then comes that other question. Would you be willing to do everything the film’s protagonist does? These questions are at the core o
Sansa Stark has proven many things on “Game of Thrones.” Among them is that she has her family’s best interests at heart. It has been a rocky road to get there, but it is clear that Sansa’s first loyalty is to her family. Yes, including Jon Snow.
I do not often agree with Daenerys “Stormborn” Targaryen. She makes rash choices and seethes with a venom that is not often becoming of a ruler. That said, she is one of the “Game of Thrones” characters, I always feel for. In a single glance, Emilia Clarke’s dynamic performance often gives way to
Actress Geraldine Hakewill is familiar to fans of the thrilling Australian drama, “Wanted.” On the series, Hakewill gives an incredible performance as the endearing, Chelsea Babbage. In a new television show, Hakewill is taking on an entirely different set of adventures as the star of “Ms Fisher’s
When was the last time you actually had fun watching a television show? Where it entertained you with characters that actually enjoyed their lives despite their complicated circumstances? A show that was thought-provoking yet an escape. That is what the Netflix original, “The Order,” manages to de
Throughout a steady first season, the Kevin Costner-led Western, "Yellowstone," exceeds expectations at every turn. A complicated meditation on family and all of its thorny and rewarding ties proves an enthralling 9-episode viewing experience.
A good season finale leaves the audience wanting more. A great season finale leaves them on the edge of their seat, desperate for it. “Unauthorized Living” ("Vivir sin Permiso") Season 1 manages to land in the latter category. Let’s discuss the ending and what it means for the various pl
“The Protector” is heading back to Netflix for its second season. Usually, streaming viewers have to wait more than a year for a series’ follow-up installment. Thankfully, those who binged the action/adventure/superhero series back in December are not having to endure such a delay. Season 2 will
Familial related drama is at the core of any good television series and the Netflix original “Unauthorized Living” (“Vivir sin Permiso”) provides a prime example of why that is. It is a saga that marries multiple layers of intrigue. Acting as a crime drama and thriller amidst a backdrop of family-
History Channel’s historical fiction series is back with a new chapter in the story of the Knights Templar. Or rather, one of the members of said organization. That guy is Landry. Yes, the same character, yours truly was not going to watch because of.
Vengeance. Justice. The pursuit of them is a familiar premise that usually plays out a certain way in the genre. “Your Son” (originally titled “Tu Hijo”) is a similar, if entirely unique, entry into it, replete with more dramatic underpinnings.
She stars as half of one of television’s best duos on the Australian Netflix series, “Wanted.” Geraldine Hakewill is striking out on her own via an exciting show coming soon to Acorn TV. Here is everything you need to know about “Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries.”
How far would you go for your family? That is the question at the heart of the haunting noir, “Borderliner” (originally titled “Grenseland”), and the answer it comes up with is complicated. As a police detective visits his family that complex conundrum is precisely what he gets faced with handli
Perhaps it is the long-form nature of television that has this viewer interested in digging in deeper. These days, it feels as though every plot could get expanded upon further. In the case of “Mirage,” this is especially true of its ending. If there is one thing that the thriller on Netflix could
It was bound to happen. The end is growing near for “Game of Thrones,” and emotions are already running high. That may sound strange. However, when you consider that this show has spent so much time being thought about for nearly a decade, it makes sense. At least, to the person feeling this way.�
Altered timelines are a robust subgenre at this point. Whether it is "Frequency" in film or "Dark" on television, curious minds have no shortage of options. The thing is, telling such a story can often leave the plot in a narrative loop. "Mirage" (originally titled &q
Getting the chance to see “Anastasia” on Broadway ranks as one of my life’s greatest highlights. As an avid fan of the 1998 animated movie, initially learning there would be a Broadway adaptation evoked tremendous excitement. Accordingly, hopes were high to see the majesty of the animated classic
If you saw the ending of “Tidelands” Season 1, then you know that Season 2 is a must. The first season of Netflix’s marathon-worthy mermaid drama leaves viewers on a significant scene that only Season 2 can resolve. Before we wade into those spoiler-laden waters, a warning.
Origin stories can be tedious. Not in the case of Netflix's sultry siren drama, "Tidelands." The mermaid-tinged series brings a sense of real-life conflict to its story's supernatural mystique. Set in Australia, the story follows two very different women as their paths eventually
The trailer for “Game of Thrones” Season 8 aka the final season finally arrived. As expected, those on Twitter were super excited about it. What was not as expected is which characters were the most mentioned following the trailer’s release. It is not so much the who, as much as how they ranked in
If you have watched the trailer for “Game of Thrones” Season 8, you likely noticed many things. One of them might have been the first glimpse at that much-buzzed-about battle sequence in the final season. Well, all of that was exciting. However, something truly terrifying pervaded that and the ope
Are you looking forward to the U.S. release of “Silver Spoon” Season 3? Same. The third season of the series (originally titled “Mazhor” or “Major”) has already aired in Russia. Now fans across the world are awaiting its international release. Netflix is currently streaming the first two seasons o
Acorn TV UPDATE: “Jack Taylor” Season 4 will not premiere on Acorn TV in 2019. This page will be updated with any further release date news when it becomes available. It has been a while since a new season of the crime drama “Jack Taylor,” premiered. The third and to-date latest season initi
"London Kills” is a brand-new series now on Acorn TV. The first TV show to receive a straight-to-series order from the streamer, the crime procedural comes from the creator of “Suspects,” Paul Marquess. So, what is it about?
If you need a breakdown between the first and second installments of “Medici," you have come to the right feature. Both seasons of the dazzling costume drama are terrific, in their own way. To better appreciate how; let's explore the ways “Masters of Florence” and “The Magnificent” differ
After a depressing third season, hopes of a rebound seemed entirely out of reach. So, imagine the surprise when “Poldark” comes roaring back with the vitality, romance, and enchantment that comprised its first season and Season 2's first half. In Season 4, the state of Demelza and Ross' ma
Do not worry, everything you are about to read is entirely spoiler-free. In case you have not heard by now, the much-expected announcement of a sequel to “A Quiet Place” is officially here. That’s right, the surprise box office horror hit is coming back for round 2.
Few films in recent memory have grappled more with their theme than Eli Roth's “Death Wish." The 2018 remake probes its premise to decide if the arguments presented can withstand thoughtful descent. It seems here to wrestle and not to win.
The best way to describe “The Smile of a Mockingbird” is as a female-led version of "The Count of Monte Cristo.” Its story chronicles the trials and tribulations of Vika, whose decision to leave her small coastal town with a smooth-talking man of mystery has life-altering implications.
FOX Searchlight Pictures Do you love romantic costume dramas? If you just answered with the enthusiasm of an Elle Woods-level “yes!” then you have come to the right place. The following list includes three feature films and one television miniseries. Despite having written about the following r
