When Stranger Things 5 premiered in late 2025, few expected it to survive the immense weight of fan expectations. After three years of silence, delays, and endless theories, the odds were stacked against it. Shows like Game of Thrones, The Witcher, Sherlock, and True Detective had already proven that long hiatuses can be deadly. Yet … Read more
When Under the Bridge premiered on Hulu in April 2024, it quietly became one of the most haunting and emotional true-crime series in years. Based on Rebecca Godfrey’s book of the same name, the miniseries revisits the brutal 1997 murder of Reena Virk, a 14-year-old girl from British Columbia whose death shocked Canada and the … Read more
For years, George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire has dominated television, with HBO’s Game of Thrones and its many spin-offs taking centre stage. However, while the world of Westeros continues to expand, it’s time for a change. Rather than continuing to adapt more of Martin’s fantasy works, it’s high time the sci-fi … Read more
In the ever-expanding landscape of Stephen King adaptations, IT: Welcome to Derry has been making waves with its chilling prelude to the IT duology. However, while the prequel garners the lion’s share of attention, another HBO Max horror series has remained criminally underrated: The Outsider. Despite its stellar performances, gripping narrative, and powerful themes, The … Read more
In a cinematic landscape dominated by high-profile superhero blockbusters, it’s easy for one to slip through the cracks. DC Comics’ journey to replicate Marvel’s success on the big screen has been fraught with hits, misses, and critical disarray. However, one film that has quietly stood out amidst the noise is Blue Beetle — an action-packed, … Read more
Some films arrive quietly, only to echo louder with time. When 20th Century Women premiered in 2016, it entered the A24 catalogue at a moment when the studio was gaining cultural momentum through titles like Moonlight and Hereditary. Despite its critical praise and Oscar nomination, Mike Mills’ coming-of-age drama slipped below the mainstream radar. Yet … Read more
For decades, the Alien and Predator franchises have thrived on mystery, mythology, and meticulously debated timelines. The question of when a story takes place has become as central to fan culture as the stories themselves. From Weyland-Yutani corporate history to the evolving designs of the Yautja, each new entry forces audiences to redraw their internal … Read more
Crime-drama fans have been eagerly awaiting the return of MobLand, a series that blends thrilling gangster drama with incredible star power. The show’s first season, which premiered in March 2025, captivated viewers with its high-stakes drama, rich character development, and an ensemble cast led by Tom Hardy, Helen Mirren, and Pierce Brosnan. After a successful … Read more
Nicolas Cage returns to the horror genre in The Carpenter’s Son, a movie that takes one of the boldest swings of his career — a psychological, religious horror reimagining of the Holy Family’s story. Directed by Lotfy Nathan, the film casts Cage as The Carpenter (Joseph), FKA Twigs as The Mother (Mary), and Noah Jupe … Read more
Netflix is preparing to roll out some exciting new content this December 2025, and for fans of British period dramas, the streaming platform has some excellent offerings. The popular detective drama Grantchester and the historical epic Victoria will both make their U.S. debut on Netflix, with both series set to land on the platform on … Read more