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Landman Season 2 Episode 2 Recap: Family Feuds Explode on the Texas Oil Patch
Now just two episodes into the sophomore season of Landman , and it is evident that the production formula for Paramount+’s original series from Taylor Sheridan is not going to change any time soon. From the opening drone sequences panning over the West Texas landscape, to the backing soundtrack that ping pongs between Andrew Lockington’s haunting orchestral score and knee-slapping deep roots country music, to the gratuitous close-range camera shots of the physical demands o

Kae
Nov 23


Wicked: For Good Review – Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Deliver a Spellbinding Finale
It was October 30, 2003, and a groundbreaking new musical opened on Broadway to critical acclaim, redefining traditional storytelling in that genre. On that night, stars of the stage, television, and film came to celebrate and witness, for the first time, the vibrant and visually stunning production that would come to be known as the prequel to the beloved story of the Wizard of Oz. In the nearly two-and-a-half decades since, the musical we have come to know as Wicked has c

Kae
Nov 23


Aftershock: The Nicole P. Bell Story Review — A Powerful Biopic That Hits Hard
There are biopics that tug at your emotions, and then there are films that reach out, shake you by the shoulders, and demand your attention. Aftershock: The Nicole P. Bell Story lands firmly in the second category. This powerful new drama directed by Alesia “Z” Glidewell and produced with the support of Roc Nation dives into the real-life tragedy of Sean Bell’s killing and the seismic emotional fallout that changed Nicole Paultre-Bell’s life forever. And yes, “seismic” is th

Je-Ree
Nov 22


Boston Blue Episode 6 Review: A Hacker, a Parolee Love Interest, and Danny–Baez Tension Light Up ‘Code of Ethics
If Boston Blue has taught viewers anything, it’s that Boston may be colder than New York, but the drama? Positively scorching. Episode 6, “Code of Ethics,” arrives like a well-timed caffeine boost shaking up relationships, cracking open corruption, and reminding everyone that home security cameras are basically invitations for trouble if a teenager with too much free time is nearby. Packed with character-driven tension and a few eyebrow-raising moments, this episode continue

Je-Ree
Nov 22


Sheriff Country Season 1 Episode 6 Recap: Boone’s Secret Life, Mickey Tension and Wes the Super Grower
“Exit Interview,” the sixth episode of Sheriff Country Season 1, tries to juggle emotional reveals, a riverbank murder, and the ever-growing web of Edgewater drama but the end result lands unevenly. While the procedural engine keeps running, the character dynamics take a few unexpected turns, and not all of them hit the mark. The episode gives off the romantic tension, personal storylines, and small-town mysteries, just not always the kind we were waiting for. Let’s start w

Je-Ree
Nov 21


Elsbeth Season 3 Episode 7 Recap: How a Bell Tower Murder Exposed the Real Killer
What do Nuns, a Pop Star and a Convent have in Common? Three nuns sit watching an Alaia Jade music video on tv. She's a pop star who made an offer to purchase their convent. This sounds like a funny joke, if it weren’t really happening. In the church nave or sanctuary, Mother Constance Mary asks Monsignor Frank why they are selling it. He says Alaia Jade made an offer and the Vatican approved the sale. She’s doing a walkthrough tomorrow. Reverend Mother Constance knows the

Barbara
Nov 21


Ghosts Season 5 Episode 6 Recap: Kyle's Back, Sam & Pete Clash, Thanksgiving Madness
Ghosts Season 5 Episode 6 titled Planes Shanes and Automobiles continues the show’s holiday hot streak with a Thanksgiving adventure that is part heartwarming family sitcom part supernatural meltdown and part travel nightmare that feels a little too relatable. Ghosts has proven many times that holiday themed episodes are its secret weapon and this one doubles down with smart jokes sharp character work and just enough absurdity to keep viewers grinning the entire time. The fes

Je-Ree
Nov 20


Doc Season 2 Episode 8 Recap: Amy’s Past and Present Collide in Tearful Twist
Doc Season 2 Episode 8 slapped me right across the emotional face in the best way possible and trust me I did not walk in expecting a Jake centric hour to wreck me on a spiritual level. Yet here we are. This episode decided it was Jake Heller’s time to shine and shine he does though let us be honest he mostly glowers sweats and emotional spirals his way through forty some minutes and I loved every second of it. Things start off deceptively normal which on this show always mea

Rachel
Nov 18


Watson Season 2 Episode 6 Recap: ‘Buying Time’ Watson’s Fight for Casey’s Life and Control of the Holmes Clinic
“Buying Time” delivers one of the most ambitious episodes of Watson to date, blending medical mystery, biotech intrigue, and family drama in a tense hour that reshapes the season’s trajectory. With a split-story structure, high-stakes diagnoses, and a shocking final reveal involving Mycroft, this episode keeps viewers guessing from start to finish. Medical Diagnosis Mystery and Challenges There’s an unusual beginning with two stories running simultaneously . One needs imm

Barbara
Nov 18


Brilliant Minds Season 2 Episode 8 Recap - The Upside Down: Bellamy Young’s Villainous Plot Unfolds
Brace yourselves, Brilliant Minds fans, because Season 2 Episode 8 titled The Upside Down is exactly the kind of episode that makes you gasp, cheer, and side-eye characters all at once. After seven episodes of building tension, we finally get some major payoffs, character development, and jaw-dropping twists that make you rethink everything you thought you knew about Hudson Oaks, Dr. Oliver Wolf, and the people orbiting his chaotic medical world. The standout moment has to be

Je-Ree
Nov 17


DMV Season 1 Episode 6 Blindspot Recap: Is Noa Warming Up to Colette
In DMV Season 1 Episode 6, titled “Blindspot,” the mundane world of motor vehicle bureaucracy collides with the hilariously absurd as Colette tries to bend reality to win over Noa. What unfolds is equal parts cringe comedy and awkward romantic tension, leaving me laughing, groaning, and questioning if anyone should ever root for Colette’s antics. From the very first scene, it is clear that Colette has abandoned any pretense of adult behavior. Rather than accept that Noa is ha

Je-Ree
Nov 17


The Mighty Nein Review: Critical Role’s Adult Animation Adventure You Can’t Miss
The Mighty Nein , the highly anticipated animated series on Amazon Prime Video, finally brings the beloved tabletop campaign to life in full, adult-oriented glory. This is not your weekend morning cartoon. From its complex world building to jaw-dropping magical action, The Mighty Nein demands attention, rewards patience, and reminds viewers why adult animation can be a thrilling medium for storytelling. The series follows a band of outcasts and misfits navigating the perilou

Je-Ree
Nov 17


Matlock Season 2 Episode 6 Review: Big Moves for Sarah, Julian, and the Jacobson-Moore Arc
Nothing but perfection yet again for this week’s episode of Matlock. This week really feels like we are moving a little outside of the Matty/Olympia friendship angst to our supporting cast and the overall arc that is happening in the world around them. Not to say that we have moved on from that week, but we get some good advancement for the Jacobson-Moore arc and a some movement for Sarah and Julian’s character progression. Our case of the week is focused on a group of nuns

Buddy
Nov 17


Landman Season 2 Premiere Review: Power, Loss, and High-Stakes Drama in the Texas Oil Patch
Life in and around an oilfield can be challenging, to say the least — either you are battling the earth, battling the elements, or battling the egos of the men and women who have chosen to etch out a living under the relentless beat down of the western sun. Staking your claim in the midst of the big business of oil is not for the faint of heart. No one knows that better than Tommy Norris, played by the dynamic Billy Bob Thornton, returning for a sophomore season as the oil c

Kae
Nov 16


Boston Blue Season 1 Episode 5 Recap: Murder, Family Secrets, and a Touch of National Treasure
Boston’s streets are never quiet, but Boston Blue Season 1 Episode 5, titled Suffer the Children , turns up the tension with teenage tragedy, historical mysteries, and family drama. This episode is a study in how well parents really know their children and what can happen when that understanding fails. Between a shocking mass shooting, a decades-old museum heist, and father-son reconciliation, the episode proves the show can balance intense crime-solving with heartfelt chara

Je-Ree
Nov 15


Why Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Is the Most Romantic Monster Movie Ever Made
At its core, Frankenstein is a deeply romantic film—though the romance it explores is often tainted by, if not rooted in, toxicity, trauma, and cycles of abuse. Across its two-hour-and-twenty-nine-minute runtime, nearly every dynamic is poisoned by ambition, cruelty, or generational damage: from Victor and Herr Harlander’s scientific avarice to three generations of Frankensteins caught in a repeating loop of emotional and physical trauma to the Creature and Elizabeth, two im

Moons
Nov 15


Sheriff Country Season 1 Episode 5 Recap: Boone Has a What?
Sheriff Country has been quietly sneaking up on the fall TV lineup and claiming territory like a drama that knows exactly how good it is. Season 1 Episode 5 titled Expecting Trouble feels like the moment the series looked at the audience winked and said buckle up this ride is about to get messy. And oh does it ever. The hour kicks off with a classic Sheriff Country recipe. A pregnant witness in danger a relentless hitman and two partners who would absolutely kiss if either of

Je-Ree
Nov 14


Chicago PD Season 13 Episode 7 Recap: Bell’s Secrets and Imani’s Shocking Final Moments
The episode starts with a 911 call about an attempted burglary just two blocks from Raymond Bell’s house. Raymond Bell is the father from a couple of episodes before that Voight knows something is wrong. Voight made sure to be told about any criminal activity in and around that neighborhood. When the officers arrive, they find a woman frightened and glass is broken. Voight questions her. She says she heard someone banging and when she heard the glass break she licked herself

Zakiyyah
Nov 14


Malice Review: Jack Whitehall Is Your New Favorite Villain and No One Is More Surprised Than Us
Let's jump right into, Prime Video’s Malice serves up a psychological thriller that sneaks up on you and Jack Whitehall steals the show in the most unexpected way. The series plunges viewers into a tense, unsettling world where charm and menace collide in the most deliciously disturbing fashion. From the first scene, Malice grabs your attention and refuses to let go, serving up a cocktail of mystery, manipulation, and mind games that will keep you guessing. The premise is s

Je-Ree
Nov 14


Elsbeth Season 3 Episode 6 Recap: Elsbeth Faces Danger, Romance, and Corrupt Power
A social media post by a young woman, Emily Fogarty, tells about having dinner at a creepy billionaire’s home. She tells of him taking her to a dungeon in his house. The creepy billionaire, Craig Hollis Fintech CEO, and his lawyer/fixer with the Meridian Group, Anders Whitman, are talking about what happened with Emily. He shows him the safe room in his home. It’s not a dungeon like Emily described. Caig calls it a riot retreat, in case of social unrest. He says he took Emily

Barbara
Nov 14
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