Author: Mae Abdulbaki

Went up the hill is a different kind of ghost story. It haunts its characters physically and psychologically, forcing them to face their trauma. The film, directed by Samuel van Grinsven, who co-wrote it with Jory Anast, takes a nuanced look at generational trauma and asks if it can really be stopped. The letters in its center - Jack (Stranger things' Dacre Montgomery) and Jill (Vicky Cripps) - deal with the death of a loved one, but the story is just as much about grief as it is about abuse. Director Samuel van Grinsven Release date September 6, 2024 Writers…

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Not since Great Little Lies I am so intrigued by a murder mystery. Netflix The perfect coupleCreator Jenna Lamia's adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand's novel has plenty of memorable characters, and while it's dark, it's also funny. When it comes to peeling back the layers of a wealthy family that is just the opposite of their facade, The perfect couple Excels and leans into the typical murder mystery trappings while building an intriguing web of character connections. I enjoy meeting anyone all the time without losing sight of the bigger picture. Figure Nicole Kidman, Dakota Fanning, Leo Schreiber, Eve Hewson, Meghan…

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somehow, Shrinking Has become one of my favorite TV comedies of recent years. It's a show that sneaks up on you, but the combination of self-aware humor and fun (but also intense) character dynamics make it an absolute joy to watch. Many shows suffer through a sophomore slump, and I was worried Shrinking would be the same. Fortunately, the Apple TV+ show has only gotten better, and season 2 is even better than season 1. It's a show that offers genuine belly laughs, and it's quick on its feet, meaning there's no chance of ever getting bored. Figure Jason Segel,…

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Gorr the God Butcher's daughter plays a small but crucial role in Thor: Love and ThunderAnd Love's origins and powers make her a brilliant asset to the MCU. Chris Hemsworth's fourth solo film as the Asgardian God of Thunder introduced several new characters to the MCU timeline, including Jane Foster's Mighty Thor, marking Natalie Portman's return to the franchise, Christian Bale's villain Gorr the God Butcher, and his resurrected daughter , love. While Thor's MCU future is unclear after the mixed reception to Thor: Love and ThunderLove's debut in Phase 4 could change the landscape of the franchise forever. in…

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