Akriti Painuly 
Mike Flanagan has established himself as one of the top horror directors working today. Gerald’s Game, an adaptation of a Stephen King novel deemed unfilmable by many, is one of the most terrifying horror films of the 21st century. His original horror flicks, Oculus and … Read more
“The Vow” developed as a creepily potent hit docuseries in late summer 2020, which grew viral as it aired. The documentary series succeeded when it presented likable characters in situations that the typical viewer probably could not fathom. The series delved deep into the little-understood … Read more
Sweet Magnolias is a taste that must be acquired. Like marmite on bread, you’ll either enjoy this or turn up your nose and toss it in the trash. The first season of this show set the tone for this. It was a syrupy-sweet, cheesy, and … Read more
The most straightforward approach to begin a review of Alice Oseman’s Netflix series Heartstopper would be to compare it to Sam Levinson’s HBO phenomenon Euphoria. The new romantic teen drama, with its candy-colored palette, frantic speed, and pointed use of needle drops, provides an intuitive … Read more
In the fourth season of “Fauda,” both the stakes and the canvas are substantially higher. The thriller series achieves success once again with a fascinating plot and various twists. Despite its 12-episode length, “Fauda” is a gripping show that has all the elements to keep … Read more
This desultory sequel picks up at the English wedding that Tessa Young (Josephine Langford, dewy) and Hardin Scott (Hero Fiennes Tiffin, surly) were attending at the end of the previous film when Hardin discovered his bride-to-be mom Trish (Louise Lombard) having sex with her not-fiancé … Read more
The first season of The Witcher may not have been flawless, but it’s remarkable how well it performed in retrospect. The series, faced with the task of creating a huge fantasy realm that would appeal to both established fans and absolute newcomers, chose to weave … Read more
After an emotional season, Dead to Me has finally been completed on Netflix. The streaming companies revealed the series’ cancellation well before season 3 filming began. Fans can take comfort in the idea that it was a creative decision made by the people behind the … Read more
Oops, teens did another dystopia. YA fans will recognise this story: a bunch of youngsters without adult society must reshape the world to live. Lord of the Flies, The 100, The Woods, and more stories about teenagers facing leadership challenges abound. The Society, Netflix’s new … Read more
Between “Alice in Wonderland” and “The Little Prince” in style and sensibility, Winsor McCay’s monthly comic-strip serial “Little Nemo in Slumberland” demands an appropriate adaptation for the big screen. Not that it has not been attempted over the years. Hayao Miyazaki attempted to have an … Read more