February 17th 2025, Latest Content
A Thousand Blows is a gritty drama and when focused on the right characters, can be a knock-out.
At times, A Thousand Blows can have a lot going on, but the quick pace of the series makes it an enjoyable watch. The characters and performances are the strongest point of the series, especially when the pacing starts to drop off. The show's captivating storyline is a testament to Knight's ability to weave together characters' stories. However, Knight's focus on each character's plot may have been unsure, with the first episode's affluent side falling short and the rushed romantic plot between Esme and Alec.
Thailand has a beautiful background for the third season of The White Lotus gives a look at the spirituality or lack of it for the new guests with a familiar formula that curates a great balance of character driven story while slowly building to the season's mystery. The vast new cast give enough to keep you hooked and manage to fill the Jennifer Coolidge shaped hole, but it is Amy Lou Wood and Parker Posey who keep the season afloat and interesting.
Clean Slate is an easy watch with its light-hearted and accepting undertone mixed with the over-dramatic antics of the residents of Mobile, Alabama. Laverne Cox perfectly carries the glamours and over the top Desiree with extravagant moments of exaggerated comedy that fit her and the plot well, but the best moments come from Laverne Cox and George Wallace who, by contrast, is much more grounded and grumpier. It’s a classic combination that works well for comedy duos but updated with themes of self-discovery and change that make Clean Slate an easy comforting watch. The only thing letting the series down is the short eight episode count and twenty-minute runtime, more episodes would allow for the comedy to thrive more and make the series more memorable.
Paradise tries to capture the cost of one’s choices, as well as the age-old question of what it good for humanity, but as it tries to juggle a lot of plots and some flashbacks that feel unnecessary, it struggles to find its identity. There are times when the show shines for its emotional performances, but these characters are lost in the bigger picture of Xavier Collins and his own goals.
Streaming might be the most popular way to watch a movie but there’s something beloved about experiencing it on the big screen, surrounded by people all eager for the impending enjoyment and the grandeur of watching something on a cinema screen.
There’s a lot coming out next year, some films finally reaching other countries outside the USA and there’s a lot to be excited about. There’s a varying of genres even if the biggest movies will either be remakes, sequels or adaptations. With so many coming out, we wanted to showcase the ones we are most looking forward to!
Next year looks interesting for TV with some interesting shows coming back sooner than expected and others that many have been eagerly awaiting. There’s a lot coming out but here is what we are most looking forward to!
There’s been a lot of TV this year. The best has been mostly adaptations or remakes but the new takes offer a refreshing look at some beloved material and translate it so it reaches a new audience or excites those that already love it. We’ve looked at some of our favourites of the year!
