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Pluribus episode 3 review: a dark, tense test of free will and control
TL;DR: Pluribus Episode 3 is a tense, character-driven hour that uses humor, flashbacks, and an actual hand grenade to explore the limits of a benevolent hive mind. Carol’s emotional unraveling…
Last Samurai Standing review: Netflix’s brutal new Samurai series is a certified action masterpiece
TL;DR: Last Samurai Standing takes a seemingly gimmicky “samurai death game” premise and elevates it into a gorgeously shot, thematically rich, action-drenched historical saga. Junichi Okada delivers career-best choreography, the ensemble…
Malice review: a stylish, twisty thriller you’ll binge in one night
TL;DR: Malice is a glossy, addictive psychological thriller that blends the wicked humor of The White Lotus with the stylish sociopathy of The Talented Mr. Ripley. Jack Whitehall surprises in his first major dramatic…
9-1-1 S9E6 review: when a mid-season finale forgets it’s a finale
TL;DR: 9-1-1 Season 9 Episode 6 tries to juggle four major storylines and drops two of them. Chimney finally becomes Captain — but in an off-screen whiplash moment. Harry’s firefighter journey…
A Merry Little Ex-Mas review: a warm, funny, nostalgic holiday rom-com worth streaming
TL;DR: A Merry Little Ex-Mas is a cozy, charming Netflix Christmas comedy carried by strong performances from Alicia Silverstone, Melissa Joan Hart, and Jameela Jamil. It’s heartfelt, easy to watch,…
In Your Dreams review: Netflix’s new animated masterpiece out-Pixars Pixar
TL;DR: In Your Dreams is a gorgeously animated, emotionally grounded fantasy about siblings navigating the chaos of growing up and family drifting apart. With humor, heart, and a giraffe named Baloney Tony,…
The Beast in Me review: Claire Danes delivers Netflix’s best thriller of 2025
TL;DR: The Beast in Me is a gripping, beautifully acted psychological thriller powered by Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys at the top of their game. With tight writing, layered characters,…
Being Eddie review: Netflix’s glossy Eddie Murphy doc forgets to get real
TL;DR: Being Eddie is a glossy, respectful, and often entertaining documentary that celebrates Eddie Murphy’s legacy without ever digging beneath it. With jaw-dropping access but frustratingly little insight, it’s the cinematic equivalent…
The Running Man (2025) review: a thrilling, sprint through fame, fear, and futurism
TL;DR: Edgar Wright’s The Running Man (2025) reimagines Stephen King’s dystopian classic as a neon-soaked, high-octane satire starring a ferocious Glen Powell. Equal parts Baby Driver, Black Mirror, and The Hunger Games, it’s a thrilling,…
Palm Royale season 2 review: Kristen Wiig leads Apple TV’s most chaotic glow-up yet
TL;DR: Palm Royale Season 2 ditches the pretense, doubles down on chaos, and delivers Apple TV’s most deliciously camp comeback. Kristen Wiig is spectacular, the writing finally clicks, and the entire…
Five Netflix action hits worth your next binge-watch marathon
If you’re in the mood for something fast, loud, and full of suspense, Netflix’s lineup of action series offers more than enough to keep your adrenaline levels up. The platform…
Tulsa King season 3 episode 7 review: an explosive twist that changes everything
TL;DR: Tulsa King Season 3, Episode 8 detonates both a hotel and the show’s status quo. It’s explosive (literally), unpredictable, and showcases Stallone at his most gravelly and human. The General’s world…
IT: Welcome to Derry episode 3 review: the clown arrives, fear hits different
TL;DR: IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 3 finally gives us what we’ve been waiting for — Pennywise’s return — and it’s as eerie, emotional, and expertly constructed as any scene in Muschietti’s…
Frankenstein review: a gothic masterpiece redefines horror for a new generation
TL;DR: Frankenstein (2025) is del Toro at his most poetic and personal — a breathtakingly crafted, emotionally resonant masterpiece that transforms a two-century-old tale into a story about love, loss, and the…
OSN+’s November lineup packed with thrillers, dramas, and originals
OSN+ is rolling out an ambitious and varied slate this November, delivering an extensive lineup of new series, films, and originals that mix mystery, drama, comedy, and real-life storytelling. The…
Tyler Perry’s Finding Joy review: cozy cabin chemistry that never quite heats up
TL;DR: Tyler Perry’s Finding Joy is a snowbound romance that looks warm and inviting but melts the moment you touch it. Despite charming leads and a few cute moments, it’s a formulaic…
9-1-1 S9E5 review: when the twist isn’t shocking, just pointless
TL;DR: 9-1-1 Season 9, Episode 5 is a frustrating, repetitive misfire that trades emotional nuance for cheap heartbreak. Eddie deserved better than another round of grief therapy disguised as character growth, and…
All Her Fault review: a twisty, heart-pounding kidnapping drama
TL;DR: All Her Fault is a high-octane, gut-wrenching psychological thriller anchored by Sarah Snook’s powerhouse performance. Equal parts mystery, motherhood horror, and social commentary, it’s the kind of binge that’ll have you…