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Anubhuti Kashyap's mystery thriller, Accused, starring Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranta, tells the story of a doctor's desperate attempt to clear her name after being accused of sexual misconduct. Dr. Geetika was brilliant at her job, though her colleagues often considered her too harsh or strict. Geetika admitted to criticizing resident doctors if they made mistakes, but she firmly believed her approach was aimed at achieving the best results. She had zero tolerance for inefficiency and didn't hesitate to remove doctors from cases she didn't deem suitable. It's to be expected that someone like Geetika would have detractors, but she wasn't concerned, though that was before complaints were filed with hospital authorities. Geetika prided herself on being one of the best gynecologists in the country, and at Chapelstone General Hospital, she was admired by resident doctors and nurses alike. So when the accusation of sexual misconduct surfaced, Geetika's lif...

The Choral is a British historical drama that transports us to the dark days of the First World War, when news of violence and constant loss permeated the air in British cities, with choral groups and their performances still hoping to offer some respite. The plot revolves around one such group in the small town of Ramsden, who come together to perform Edward Elgar's "The Dream of Gerontius," despite the difficult circumstances. With strong performances, especially from Ralph Fiennes, The Choral is a truly British drama with a certain somberness, and will be particularly enjoyed by those interested in the activities of choral groups in wartime Europe. Set in 1916 in the fictional town of Ramsden, in Yorkshire, England, The Choral begins with two young men, Ellis and Lofty, returning from a day of duck hunting. Back on the streets of Ramsden, they go about their usual routines. Lofty works as a postman, and Ellis follows him on his bicycle. Due to the dire circumstances, t...

 H Is for Hawk is a 2025 biographical drama film adapted from the award-winning 2014 book of the same name, the memoir of British naturalist Helen Macdonald. Based on a true story, the plot centers on Helen, a 37-year-old woman who spirals downward after the sudden death of her father and makes the unusual decision to tame a goshawk and integrate it into her daily life. While H Is for Hawk has a calm and restrained narrative, it often feels somewhat forced and confusing, as we are left unsure how to feel about the protagonist we have been following. H Is for Hawk begins on an ordinary day in 2007, when Helen Macdonald spends the entire morning birdwatching, specifically observing two goshawks, through the telescope her father gave her. Later, Helen calls her father, Alisdair, and tells him about her adventures, which pleases him, as he loves to experience and hear about any interaction with nature.  Director: Philippa Lowthorpe Writers: Emma Donoghue, Philippa Lowthorpe, Helen...

The Prodigal Daughter is one of the bravest stand-up specials, as it premiered during the most divisive period in human history. Can it be said that, as a species, we are going through our most divisive period? Because when people hear that, they always cite some historical episode where wars were fought over religious beliefs, women were persecuted for having an IQ higher than the ambient temperature, and the shadow of a lower-caste person was forbidden from touching a higher-caste person to prove that things were bad back then, which means they must be better now. Then, the same people defend the most intolerant opinions of their grandparents, saying they are "a product of their time." What I mean is that, in ancient times, discrimination stemmed from humanity's lack of understanding of how the world worked. In 2026, after witnessing so many technological and cultural revolutions, if wars are still being fought in the name of religion, if women are still being persecute...

As an outsider, Priyanka Chopra Jonas knows exactly how to establish herself. Whether it's in front of Bollywood superstars or in the world of Los Angeles, where she married a much younger man and somehow also won over his female fanbase. In a story where she finds herself in a similar position, having carved out a place for herself in this invented society, PCJ must face the wrath of an old enemy and leader in an action thriller set in the 19th century. The Bluff tells the story of Ercell, a wife, mother, and sister-in-law, who lives a seemingly normal life until terrifying pirates decide to raid her paradise to steal something she possesses. Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been one of my favorite actresses since I was little. The irony is that I hadn't seen much of her work back then; it was mostly in my teens, when I became almost obsessively enamored with the actress, who had a captivating presence and great self-confidence. She still retains that charm, which has allowed her to ...

Episode 1 of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, season 2, picks up right where the season 1 finale left off, with Cate, May, Kentaro, Tim, Keiko, Verdugo, Hiroshi, Brenada, and all the Apex Cybernetics and Monarch employees trying to escape Skull Island because the opening of a portal to Axis Mundi has angered Kong. The aforementioned main characters manage to reach the two helicopters that Kong hasn't crushed (though he loves doing that) and leave the island.  However, Kong crushes a group of unnamed Apex employees because they aren't wearing their plot armor. Minutes later, Keiko wakes up in a scan room surrounded by masked scientists and doctors. Although she's still dizzy, as her body is adjusting to Earth's atmosphere after so long on Axis Mundi, she rushes off to find Hiroshi. She manages to find an exit, and upon crossing it, we discover that Keiko is on a high-tech Monarch ship docked a few kilometers off the coast of Skull Island. Creators: Chris Black, Matt Fraction...

In a bifurcated second season that can't seem to decide which story to tell, the freed Secret Service agent, played by Sterling K. Brown, searches for his missing wife while the bunker society fractures into factions. Episode 7, "The Day," is the worst thing that could have happened to "Paradise." Remember "The Day," right? It's the penultimate flashback episode of the first season; the one that goes back in time to show exactly what happened when a volcano erupted, billions of people died, and a lucky few—notably Secret Service agent Xavier Collins (Sterling K. Brown) and his protégé, Cal Bradford (James Marsden), the President of the United States—escaped to an underground bunker in Colorado. It's the episode everyone loves, or at least what everyone recognizes as "serious," which is often mistaken for "good." Creator: Dan Fogelman Stars: Nicole Brydon Bloom, Sterling K. Brown, Julianne Nicholson The main problem is that ...

The third season of Tehran was a rollercoaster ride! From Tamar trying to regain her trust in Mossad to finding a way to prevent the Iranian regime from becoming a nuclear power, this season was gripping, exciting, and entertaining. The fact that the series focused primarily on geopolitics over personal dynamics made it quite captivating. The relationship between Tamar and the Owl was an interesting addition to the series. After losing Milad, Tamar needed someone she could fully trust, and the Owl helped her realize she wasn't alone. The third season ended on an intriguing note: Tamar, with Peterson's help, managed to extract the warhead core, but what does the future hold for her? The end of the third season indicated that Tamar and Ramin have a major task ahead: extracting the core from Iran. Now, the fourth season can either pick up where it left off or jump ahead in time and present a completely new challenge. In the former case, the details of the escape plan will be cruci...

 Natasha Kermani explores these perennial considerations in The Dreadful, a magnificent horror film that examines power and manipulation. Inspired by Kaneto Shindô’s 1964 masterpiece, Onibaba, her gothic take on the Shinto-Buddhist folk legend follows two women bound by a single man whose death tests their devotion. Can morality survive in a world dominated by capitalist greed? And how far will we go to protect ourselves? The Dreadful exposes the corrosive nature of the stories we tell ourselves to justify our desires. Director: Natasha Kermani Writer: Natasha Kermani Stars: Sophie Turner, Kit Harington, Marcia Gay Harden Anne (Sophie Turner) lives a mostly peaceful life in a quiet cove in medieval England. She shares her humble house with her mother-in-law, Morwen (Marcia Gay Harden), as they patiently await the return of her husband, Seamus (Laurence O’Fuarain), from the war. Comparatively poor, the women survive on the produce of their small garden and what they can scavenge or ...

 The President's Cake begins with a shocking fact: despite widespread poverty and food shortages caused by UN-backed sanctions, Saddam Hussein demanded that the entire Iraqi people celebrate his birthday. Such narcissism is enough to leave you speechless. Screenwriter and director Hasan Hadi uses it as the foundation for a story brimming with emotion and political relevance. Lamia (Beneen Ahmed Nayyef) is a nine-year-old girl who lives with her elderly grandmother. At school, she is chosen to bake the class cake for Hussein's birthday. This presents a problem, as it requires eggs, flour, and sugar—supplies that are hard to come by, and even harder to come by when you don't have any money. Lamia sneaks into town with her friend, the sticky-finger Saeed, to beg, borrow, or steal the necessary supplies. The process proves more difficult than anticipated. Director: Hasan Hadi Writer: Hasan Hadi Stars: Baneen Ahmad Nayyef, Waheed Thabet Khreibat, Sajad Mohamad Qasem What happens...

 The beginning of a new era once again demonstrates Cygames Pictures' excellence in the anime genre. The film is essentially a condensed and refined version of the Cindarella Grey series. The story is relatively self-contained; some characters reappear from other media, but this film could easily be the starting point for the franchise. Director: Ken Yamamoto Writer: Kiyoko Yoshimura Stars: Yuri Fujimoto, Sumire Uesaka, Yui Ogura From bad to worse: The film's biggest weakness was the story arcs of the two supporting characters. One is presented as a bland friend of the protagonist, while the other is introduced as an intriguing figure with her own struggles, but her circumstances are never revealed, and there is no real story arc. While one could argue that the exploration of the protagonist's psychological struggles is drawn out too long, the overall storyboard is well done. The animators made excellent use of thematic transitions between scenes, which keeps the viewer eng...

The series follows celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay as he balances his family life and personal story while racing to launch five ambitious dining concepts in London’s Bishopsgate 22 skyscraper. I started watching Being Gordon Ramsay expecting another polished celebrity documentary, and on the whole, that’s exactly what it is. However, it also offers enough insight into Gordon’s day-to-day life to make the experience worthwhile. Across six episodes, the series follows Ramsay on one of the biggest career gambles: opening multiple restaurants simultaneously in one of London’s most prestigious buildings, all while managing his role as a husband and father of six. It blends the stress of the boardroom, the logistics of the kitchen, and surprisingly intimate family moments, creating a more serene and reflective portrait than the large-scale image viewers often associate with him. Stars: Gordon Ramsay The most compelling thread is the sheer scale of the Bishopsgate project. We see initial planni...

 Animation suits Las Vegas well. From "CSI" to "Hacks," Sin City hasn't skimped on television adaptations. But the Netflix comedy "Strip Law," created by Cullen Crawford, a former member of the satirical website ClickHole and "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert," has the advantage of capturing the essence of its setting. Thanks to the magic of animation, "Strip Law" can create a fictional version of Las Vegas almost as absurd as the real place: a city where magicians and animals have an annual cage fight, the beret-wearing comedian George Wallace is the mayor, and a law firm's clients might include an Austin Powers impersonator on trial for vomiting on a baby. That firm is owned by Lincoln Gumb (Adam Scott), a puritanical lawyer who inherited the business from his late mother. Lincoln is a good lawyer, but he lacks the showmanship needed to win over the jaded and fickle local juries: "You're a Vegas lawyer, but you thin...