Viewers disappointed with Netflixthe cancellation of an acclaimed 2-year-old horror show should see a new Stephen Kingapproved series. Although Netflix is ​​known for having a huge catalog of acclaimed horror shows, many of those that made it to the streaming platform never managed to reach their natural conclusion. One of these horror shows, adapted from a podcast, debuted on the streaming giant in the first month of 2022. With James Wan as one of its executive producers, the series has performed incredibly well among critics and still boasts a Rotten Tomatoes score of 87%. However, despite receiving critical praise and…
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In addition to moving through a gripping prison escape drama, Escape at Dannemora it also features several scintillating soundtracks that add more weight to its narrative. Directed by Ben Stiller, Escape at Dannemora follows the true story of the 2015 Clinton Correctional Center escape. Like most prison break and heist narratives, the show takes time to fully immerse the audience in its central drama. However, the viewer’s patience pays off in its final episodes, when it finally reveals how the central escape plan unfolded after immense planning and plotting. Escape at Dannemorafeatures a talented cast, including Benicio del Toro, Patricia…
Notice! This post contains spoilers for Woman of the Hour. After watching Woman of the Hour and his recounting of the dating game episode that featured Rodney Alcala, it’s hard not to be curious about what happened to the two contestants who competed with Rodney Alcala on the show. Based on the true crime story by Rodney Alcala, Anna Kendrick Woman of the Hour unfolds many different chapters of the serial killer’s life. While focusing mainly on his strange appearance in The dating gamethe film also goes back and forth in time to go through some of its most gruesome…
Apple TV+ Before not only does it feature a gripping psychological drama, but it also features some memorable characters played by talented cast members. Written by Sarah Thorp, Before has received an underwhelming reception from viewers and critics since its release. Many critics have expressed their disappointment with the Apple TV+ original show’s inability to present a cohesive plot and its over-the-top fantastical elements that gradually undermine its initial promise of being an engaging, atmospheric psychological drama. However, despite receiving negative reviews, Before was appreciated for the performances of its cast members. Many cited main star Billy Crystal as the…
I miss one Silence of the Lambs replacement since I first watched it, and luckily this new Nicolas Cage horror movie ends my search. Shortly after its release in 1991 The Silence of the Lambs became a worldwide success, grossing over US$270 million against a relatively small budget of US$19 million. However, the film’s success went far beyond box office numbers. In the years that followed, it became one of the most influential films, inspiring several crime thrillers that tried to replicate it but failed. More than three decades after its launch, The Silence of the Lambs it still holds…
After Reach and Rebel Ridgesuccess, it seems possible that even a remake of Clint Eastwoodwestern spaghetti, A handful of dollarscan actually work. While most of the details surrounding the upcoming remake of A handful of dollars are under the covers, there is already an air of skepticism around them. Many viewers can’t help but believe that the classic Western doesn’t need a remake because it stands the test of time, and remakes, in general, are known for often failing to capture the essence of the original. Given how the Dollar Trilogy is often touted as one of the best film…
In its 92-minute runtime, Netflix Don’t move not only does it run through a compelling story of grief and survival, but it also features some memorable character beats and performances. Directed by Adam Schindler and Brian Netto and co-produced by Sam Raimi, Don’t move it doesn’t try to reinvent the survival thriller formula. Instead, it presents a familiar narrative where a woman, Iris, faces one obstacle after another as she struggles to survive. What makes her journey even more emotional is that she is injected with a paralyzing agent that slowly shuts down her body. Although Don’t move Doesn’t promise…
Notice! This post contains spoilers for Woman of the Hour. This post contains mentions of Rodney Alcala’s real-life murders and violent crimes. By reimagining the events surrounding the strange dating game episode in which Rodney Alcala appeared, Woman of the hour highlights the problem with his casting on the game show. Based on the true crime story by Rodney Alcala Woman of the hour marks Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut. The film received a positive response from viewers and critics and boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 90%. One of the biggest reasons behind its critical success is that it…
Notice! This post contains spoilers for Woman of the Hour. Woman of the hour reveals that Sally Field was once a contestant on The dating gamemaking it hard not to wonder who else was on the TV game show before it made it big in Hollywood. In its hour-and-a-half runtime, Anna Kendrick’s true-story thriller, Woman of the hourcovers several murders committed by Rodney Alcala. However, even though it unfolds across several different timelines, its main focus remains on the appearance of the serial killer in The dating game and his meeting with Sheryl Bradshaw. Before Woman of the hourof dating…
Reach season three could avoid repeating its predecessor’s biggest mistakes if it learns a crucial lesson from Netflix’s 96% Rotten Tomatoes action film. Although a confirmed release date for Reach season 3 has not yet been announced, production on the next season of the Amazon show is already underway. Considering casting details and choosing the book for adaptation Reach season three is apparently on track to continue the series’ success. As reports confirm, Reach season three is adapting Lee Child’s Persuaderwhich offers a compelling story that will likely translate well to the small screen. It’s also marking the return of…