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fromVulture
22 hours ago

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Recap: Villa Blank

A reality TV show about wealthy women vacationing in Italy features minimal plot, with most episodes consisting of dining together and inspecting villa rooms, though the reviewer would prefer watching specific cast members discuss retirement or fashion instead.
Podcast
fromDefector
5 days ago

It's Just Another Day In 'Paradise' Cover Song Hell

Paradise is an entertaining mystery thriller with strong plotting and twists, but its repeated use of slowed-down '80s song covers during climactic moments significantly undermines the emotional impact of episodes.
Television
fromEsquire
1 week ago

Steve Carell Found Himself Again In 'Rooster'

Steve Carell delivers an exceptional performance in HBO's new comedy Rooster, demonstrating that established actors can still undergo meaningful creative transformation and surprise audiences.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Vladimir review Rachel Weisz is unswervingly brilliant in a TV show you'll admire for years to come

Vladimir is a sophisticated television adaptation that preserves the dark comedy and moral complexity of Julia May Jonas's novel through sharp writing and Rachel Weisz's brilliant performance as a middle-aged professor navigating infidelity and unexpected desire.
Humor
fromKqed
1 week ago

'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' Falls First - But Then it Soars

Tracy Morgan stars in 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,' a comedy series created by Robert Carlock and Sam Means that explores redemption between two disgraced men through expertly crafted humor and genuine character depth.
Television
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Eilis O'Hanlon on RTE's Swindlers: 'Hungry Celtic Tigers hid in the long grass, ready to devour the unwary'

Screen portrayals romanticize con artists as heroes while real-world scams victimize innocent, vulnerable people.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

Industry Recap: A Christmas Carol

A maid's professional duty exemplifies how servants are essential components sustaining an estate's life and shaping privacy, function, and social roles.
Television
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Pluribus' Episode 4 Recap: What Happened?

Episode 4 forces Carol to finally investigate the hive mind, but her selfishness and ignorance continue to frustrate even as the plot deepens.
Television
fromVulture
4 months ago

Drama in a Time of No Consequences

The Lowdown prioritizes unraveling truth over impactful consequences, highlighting how solving crimes often fails to produce meaningful change.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Chad Powers review Glen Powell gives one of the most magnetic and magical performances in memory

Chad Powers is a derivative but surprisingly strong sitcom anchored by Glen Powell's magnetic performance as a flawed football player seeking redemption.
Television
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: 'The best thing about the next President, whoever it may be, is that they won't be treated by the media as some living saint'

Nationwide is a light, friendly program unlikely to deliver hard-hitting investigative reporting, featuring presenters who favor amiable human-interest interviews.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

The Jury: Murder Trial to Essex Honey: the week in rave reviews

Recreated trials and intimate documentaries reveal how verdicts, personal stories, and disasters shape public understanding through close, human-focused portrayals.
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

Wednesday': Zombies, deaths, and a chaotic mess for the second season

Wednesday has become a cultural phenomenon, appealing to multiple generations and establishing itself as Netflix's most-watched English-language series in history.
Television
fromZDNET
7 months ago

I tested Panasonic's new affordable LED TV model - here's my brutally honest buying advice

The W70B's feathery heft feels like a toy or prop, hinting at some of its shortcomings in performance and functionality.
Gadgets
fromtime.com
8 months ago

Squid Game Is Back to Its Brutal Best in a Final Season That Cuts to the Bone

This episode exemplifies a lethal game of hide-and-seek where players must make individual decisions to kill or die, showcasing superb character development and ethical dilemmas.
Television
fromThe Atlantic
8 months ago

'The Bear' Isn't Wasting a Second

Carmen Berzatto’s journey in Season 3 of The Bear delves deeply into trauma, illustrating the complexities of being human while striving for meaningful change.
Everyday cooking
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

The Gilded Age review so gloriously soapy the suds practically foam on the screen

The Gilded Age presents a lavish yet superficial portrayal of late 19th-century New York society, focusing on personal dramas and extravagant fashions.
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London politics
fromIndependent
9 months ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: 'By the ad break, it was time for some guff about St Patrick. It was here that viewers' worst suspicions were about to be confirmed'

Colin Farrell's narration lacks energy, making the presentation of 8,000 years of Irish history feel lifeless.
fromDecider
9 months ago

'The Better Sister' review: Jessica Biel's new Prime Video crime thriller fails to thrill

The Better Sister tries to position itself as a fresh take on the classic murder mystery, but ultimately feels stale and redundant.
Television
fromVulture
9 months ago

Nine Perfect Strangers Recap: Trauma Dump

In Nine Perfect Strangers, characters are reduced to types due to their backstory focus, unlike The White Lotus which presents present-day obstacles for development.
Relationships
fromVulture
9 months ago

9-1-1 Season-Finale Recap: Not Just a Number

The biggest problem with 'Seismic Shifts' is that the collapse of the apartment building lacks the tension of previous disasters, making it less engaging.
Boston Bruins
Apple
fromZDNET
10 months ago

This TCL Mini LED model is my sleeper pick for premium TV shoppers (and it's on sale)

The TCL QM6K offers a user-friendly setup experience compared to its higher-end counterpart.
fromArs Technica
10 months ago

Revisiting iZombie, 10 years later

The show's wicked humor and well-drawn characters contributed to its dedicated fanbase despite not achieving mega-hit status.
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