Drama

Netflix’s ‘Stolen’ Is Inspired By Real Events In The Sámi Community

April 15 2024, by Louie Fecou

Stolen is inspired by the real-life struggles of the Sámi people. It’s a fictional narrative rather than a true story, but the touching tale of...

HBO’s ‘The Sympathizer’ Is Not A True Story, But Is Based On Real History — And Maybe A Real Spy

April 15 2024, by Louie Fecou

The Sympathizer is based on real history and a fictional novel, so it’s no surprise that people are confused about whether or not it’s a true...

The Sympathizer’s Premiere Is Deliberately Ridiculous

April 15 2024, by Jonathon Wilson

The surface-level appeal of The Sympathizer is Robert Downey Jr., making his limited series debut while slathered in makeup and a hairpiece that makes him...

Queen of Tears Episode 12 Is One Of The Best

April 15 2024, by Jonathon Wilson

Episode 12 of Queen of Tears is the first installment to really justify the runtime. I know, I know – I keep going on about...

10 TV Shows like ‘Baby Reindeer’ Based On Stalking

April 14 2024, by Louie Fecou

Baby Reindeer raises some terrifying issues, following the real-life story of writer and stand-up performer Richard Gadd, who empathically makes the smallest of kind gestures...

‘Anthracrite’: Is Netflix’s Thriller Rooted in Truth?

April 14 2024, by Louie Fecou

Anthracite is a twisted tale of suicide cults, murder, and hidden secrets, set against the beautiful scenery of the French Alps. It was also, despite...

Amar Singh Chamkila’s Filming Locations Are A Tour Of The Musician’s Life

April 14 2024, by Louie Fecou

Amir Singh Chamkila covers the rise and tragic fall of one of the most popular Indian singers of all time and was filmed in many...

Queen of Tears Episode 11 Builds To A Dramatic Conclusion

April 14 2024, by Jonathon Wilson

I know I keep going on about it, but these episodes are just too long. I’m preaching to the choir since Queen of Tears is...

The Ending Of ‘Stolen’ on Netflix Is Too Little Too Late

April 13 2024, by Lori Meek

It takes the whole film to get to some legitimate drama, but the ending of Stolen (2024) features a rather dangerous confrontation between Elsa and Robert, who...

‘Stolen’ Review – Pretty Netflix Film Puts Its Message Ahead Of Its Drama

April 13 2024, by Lori Meek

Stolen (2024) is ostensibly a drama, but it plays out more like a docu-drama about reindeer than anything else. I couldn’t recommend it as a work...

Why the Ending of ‘The Greatest Hits’ is Wrong in So Many Ways

April 12 2024, by Daniel Hart

It’s an absolute shame that the ending of The Greatest Hits is wrong. In fact, I’d argue it is morally wrong, and while Zack Snyder...

‘The Greatest Hits’ Review: Time Travel Meets Music in a Romance That Misses the Beat

April 12 2024, by Daniel Hart

I feel sad for The Greatest Hits. It has a wonderful leading performance by Lucy Boynton, a compelling story, and has all the hallmarks of...

A Journey’s Ending Is A Heart-Wrenching Reminder Of Life’s Unfairness

April 12 2024, by Lori Meek

The ending of A Journey is unexpectedly devastating and speaks about the true frailty of human life. It always seemed clear that the Netflix film would...

The Chilly Setting Of ‘Anthracite’ Is Central To Its Appeal

April 12 2024, by Louie Fecou

Anthracite is a tale of secret cult-like organizations, mass suicides, and murderous ceremonies in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in south-eastern France. Filmed on location in this...

Life Imitates Art In Baby Reindeer’s Scottish and English Settings

April 12 2024, by Louie Fecou

Baby Reindeer is a darkly comic and chilling show based on Richard Gadd’s personal experiences with a stalker. It debuted as a one-man-show at the...

Amar Singh Chamkila Is The Story of A True Radical

April 12 2024, by Louie Fecou

Amar Singh Chamkila focuses on the true story of a young factory worker who became a bit of a phenomenon at the height of his...

Amar Singh Chamkila’s Ending Is Deeply Resonant and Personal

April 12 2024, by Romey Norton

The story of Amar Singh Chamkila allows for multiple endings. Conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of Chamkila and his wife Amarjot Kaur have kept his memory alive...

Amar Singh Chamkila Is A Gritty Story Of An Iconic Singer

April 12 2024, by Romey Norton

India is known for its musical movies, usually filled with drama and romance. What makes Amar Singh Chamkila different, why it has so much depth...

The Hijacking of Flight 601′ on Netflix: Fact or Fiction? The Story Explored

April 11 2024, by Louie Fecou

Anybody who has ever flown on a plane has considered the possibility of something going wrong, and The Hijacking of Flight 601 is built around...

‘Baby Reindeer’s’ Poignant Finale and What It Truly Means

April 11 2024, by Daniel Hart

I experienced many emotions in the last episode of Baby Reindeer, which made me feel hollow. The ending is clever, giving Donny a moment of...