Every Thursday night from January to April, I made it my routine to spam-refresh HBO Max, hoping the familiar “new episode” banner would bless me with the most exciting hour of my day. All 15 times,...
With its attention-grabbing storylines, outstanding acting and engrossing scenes, Netflix’s 2016 TV show “Stranger Things” has built a legacy as one of the most profound visual effects shows of all...
From a cozy cottage in Ottawa to troubling family dynamics in Moscow, HBO Max's new romance “Heated Rivalry” showcases the conflicting and nuanced lives of two hockey rivals who are brought together....
Wednesday's iconic character has never been known to smile, crack or mellow. In her world of sarcasm, wit and fierce independence, the girl who has mastered the art of detachment showed a glimpse of something...
From its compelling, complex characters to its gripping plot, Netflix’s 2021 TV show “Squid Game” was a cultural phenomenon. While its second season, released on Dec. 26, 2024, has redeeming qualities...
As live-action TV shows feature increasingly realistic cinematography, their content must adapt at a similar rate. Premiering its first episode on Sept. 19, the long-awaited TV show “The Penguin” does...
Queer representation in media tends to be the bare minimum or focuses on negativity— from token gay characters who feel out of place to titles that emphasize sexuality over everything else, it is a mixed...
As the orchestral version of the titular song from the popular Bollywood film “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” plays in the background of Ms. Edwina Sharma’s haldi ceremony, it becomes abundantly clear...
Filled to the brim with stunning cinematography and sparkling costumes, the new Netflix TV show “Firefly Lane” captivated my attention from the moment I began watching.
At first glance, “Firefly...
As a fascinating drama that lets the public have a fictionalized look at what actually happened behind closed palace doors, season four of “The Crown” does not disappoint. The Netflix original premiered...
When I first heard of “The Queen's Gambit” I was skeptical of it but after watching the first episode, I was pleasantly surprised. It felt fresh and new and unlike anything I had ever watched.
The...
With different teen drama series like “Euphoria” and “13 Reasons Why,” newcomer “Grand Army” attempts to — and epically fails to — set itself apart from the rest of its companions. “Grand...