#tv-review
#tv-review

Independent films

'Severance' Review: Episode 5 Tightens the Leash on Who Can Be Trusted - Spoilers

Episode 5 emphasizes Helly's return, exposing deep emotional fractures among the MDR team and raising questions about trust and identity.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Yellowjackets' Season 3 Premiere Recap: It's All Fun and Games Until

Season 3 of Yellowjackets promises a lighter tone while maintaining its dark themes, showcasing more camaraderie among characters despite past traumas.

Miscellaneous

Yellowstone Recap: Cause of Death

Episode "Three Fifty-Three" successfully focuses on key characters and narrative, engaging viewers and improving on earlier episodes of the final season.

fromDecider

3 weeks ago

Mental health

'Dying for Sex' series finale recap: So much for my happy ending

The episode's ending feels like a cheat, undermining previous character decisions in light of Molly's impending death.

Miscellaneous

Mayfair Witches Recap: Texts From Your Ex

'Double Helix' successfully embraces the campiness of Mayfair Witches, showcasing the show's unique charm and character dynamics.

Video games

fromKotaku

21 hours ago

The Last Of Us Season Two, Episode Four Recap: U-Haul Lesbian Road Trip

This episode of the show offers a refreshing take on character development and narrative depth, particularly highlighting Ellie's journey.

fromIndieWire

Independent films

'Severance' Review: Episode 5 Tightens the Leash on Who Can Be Trusted - Spoilers

Episode 5 emphasizes Helly's return, exposing deep emotional fractures among the MDR team and raising questions about trust and identity.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Yellowjackets' Season 3 Premiere Recap: It's All Fun and Games Until

Season 3 of Yellowjackets promises a lighter tone while maintaining its dark themes, showcasing more camaraderie among characters despite past traumas.

Miscellaneous

Yellowstone Recap: Cause of Death

Episode "Three Fifty-Three" successfully focuses on key characters and narrative, engaging viewers and improving on earlier episodes of the final season.

fromDecider

3 weeks ago

Mental health

'Dying for Sex' series finale recap: So much for my happy ending

The episode's ending feels like a cheat, undermining previous character decisions in light of Molly's impending death.

more#character-development

Miscellaneous

Mayfair Witches Recap: Texts From Your Ex

'Double Helix' successfully embraces the campiness of Mayfair Witches, showcasing the show's unique charm and character dynamics.

LA Kings

fromDecider

4 weeks ago

'The Last of Us' Season 2 Review: Bleak, beautiful, and bolstered by Isabela Merced's breakthrough performance

The Last of Us Season 2 explores themes of generational trauma but struggles to engage viewers on a personal level.

#character-analysis

Mental health

Taylor Dearden's Dr. Mel Finds Peace in The Pitt's Chaos

Dr. Mel King's character exemplifies calmness under pressure, potentially influenced by ADHD, showcasing the role of neurodiversity in emergency medicine.

Writing

John Turturro on the Moment It All Made Sense for Irving B.

Irv discovers Helena's true identity as Helly, leading to a dramatic confrontation and revealing deep betrayals within the show's narrative.

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Abbott Elementary Recap: Clean Freak

The new episode showcases strong observational comedy, exploring humor in a school setting while addressing personal themes of intimacy and fear of germs.

Mental health

Taylor Dearden's Dr. Mel Finds Peace in The Pitt's Chaos

Dr. Mel King's character exemplifies calmness under pressure, potentially influenced by ADHD, showcasing the role of neurodiversity in emergency medicine.

Writing

John Turturro on the Moment It All Made Sense for Irving B.

Irv discovers Helena's true identity as Helly, leading to a dramatic confrontation and revealing deep betrayals within the show's narrative.

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Abbott Elementary Recap: Clean Freak

The new episode showcases strong observational comedy, exploring humor in a school setting while addressing personal themes of intimacy and fear of germs.

more#character-analysis

How I turned this 98-inch TV into an immersive entertainment system (and it's $1,000 off)

TCL's 98-inch S5 TV offers impressive quality and value, especially at $2,500, despite setup challenges due to its size.

Gadgets

This TCL Mini LED TV is up to $2,000 off at Best Buy - and I can't recommend it enough

TCL's 2024 flagship TV, the QM851G series, introduces significant design upgrades and user-friendly features that enhance the overall viewing experience.

fromWIRED

Gadgets

TCL's QM7 Television Offers Fiery Fun, but HDR Issues Dampen the Mood

TCL's QM7 TV provides exceptional picture quality but has software-related issues that could detract from the overall viewing experience.

Miscellaneous

I still recommend this TCL TV model from last year

The QM8 is a well-rounded, wallet-friendly TV with excellent picture quality and gaming features.

Television

How I turned this 98-inch TV into an immersive entertainment system (and it's $1,000 off)

TCL's 98-inch S5 TV offers impressive quality and value, especially at $2,500, despite setup challenges due to its size.

Gadgets

This TCL Mini LED TV is up to $2,000 off at Best Buy - and I can't recommend it enough

TCL's 2024 flagship TV, the QM851G series, introduces significant design upgrades and user-friendly features that enhance the overall viewing experience.

fromWIRED

Gadgets

TCL's QM7 Television Offers Fiery Fun, but HDR Issues Dampen the Mood

TCL's QM7 TV provides exceptional picture quality but has software-related issues that could detract from the overall viewing experience.

Miscellaneous

I still recommend this TCL TV model from last year

The QM8 is a well-rounded, wallet-friendly TV with excellent picture quality and gaming features.

The Severance Finale Ends With a Big Twist. It's Where the Show Was Always Going.

The second season of Severance presents deeper philosophical questions about identity and individuality amid Lumon's hollow workplace reforms.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Severance: it's a gorgeously odd return for this surreal drama if you can work out what's happening

Severance uses a surreal narrative to critique corporate culture and employee disconnection, emphasizing the psychological impact of severing personal identity from professional roles.

Relationships

fromSlate Magazine

The Severance Finale Ends With a Big Twist. It's Where the Show Was Always Going.

The second season of Severance presents deeper philosophical questions about identity and individuality amid Lumon's hollow workplace reforms.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

Severance: it's a gorgeously odd return for this surreal drama if you can work out what's happening

Severance uses a surreal narrative to critique corporate culture and employee disconnection, emphasizing the psychological impact of severing personal identity from professional roles.

Top Chef Season-Premiere Recap: Great Northern Exposure

Top Chef remains a comforting staple despite mixed reviews on recent format changes.

Washington Wizards

The Wheel of Time Recap: You Can't Go Home Again

The premiere of The Wheel of Time's third season delivers a balance of high camp and high fantasy, setting up a complex narrative with new characters.

Los Angeles

fromwww.nytimes.com

Review: Suits LA' Is Flat and Joyless

Suits LA fails to capture the charm and humor of the original series, resulting in a lackluster viewing experience.

fromRoger Ebert

Television

NBC's "Grosse Pointe Garden Society" Fails to Grow Much of Interest | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

NBC's 'Grosse Pointe Garden Society' lacks the vibrant characters and sharp plotting needed to succeed as a network soap opera.

fromRoger Ebert

Miscellaneous

Morris Chestnut is Wasted on Inferior "Watson" | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

"Watson" fails to deliver fresh storytelling, falling flat as a derivative and poorly written procedural.

Miscellaneous

Outlander Recap: The Frasers Take A Prisoner

Outlander struggles to maintain interest without Jamie and Claire, highlighting their essential role in the show's narrative.

The episode primarily sets up for future drama rather than delivering exciting content.

#picture-quality

Gadgets

LG's G4 OLED TV is my No. 1 for best picture quality, and it's $800 off for the holiday season

LG G4 OLED has unparalleled picture quality, making it a top choice for those prioritizing visual excellence.

Miscellaneous

I tested Samsung's 98-inch 4K QLED TV, and watching Hollywood movies on it left me in awe

Samsung's QN90D Neo QLED TV impresses with its superior picture quality and vibrant colors.

Gadgets

LG's G4 OLED TV is my No. 1 for best picture quality, and it's $800 off for the holiday season

LG G4 OLED has unparalleled picture quality, making it a top choice for those prioritizing visual excellence.

Miscellaneous

I tested Samsung's 98-inch 4K QLED TV, and watching Hollywood movies on it left me in awe

Samsung's QN90D Neo QLED TV impresses with its superior picture quality and vibrant colors.

more#picture-quality

6 months ago

Wearables

One of the best Samsung TVs I've tested is 40% off for Prime Day

The Samsung QN90C is a top-rated 75-inch TV, now discounted to $1,798, with exceptional display quality.

Media industry