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Mindy Kaling is moving through the various stages of life. With the Netflix series *Never Have I Ever*, the comedy mogul tackled the high school years; with HBO Max’s *The Sex Lives of College Girls*, she moved (literally) to college. Hulu’s *Not Suitable for Work*—Kaling’s first series as sole creator since *The Mindy Project*, and executive produced by her frequent collaborator Charlie Grandy—continues this progression into the uncertain post-graduation phase, featuring characters struggling to establish both their careers and their adult relationships.  However, while college-set series are notoriously difficult to pull off successfully—making *Sex Lives*’ three-season run a remarkable achievement—and *Never Have I Ever* offered a specific portrait of an Indian-American family in Los Angeles narrated by John McEnroe, *Not Suitable for Work* feels like a bland take on a well-worn premise. Glimpses of a sharper, more memorable approach to young people juggling work and romance in ...

 "The nights are really special—you’ll see," Mona (Eleonore Hendricks) tells Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) regarding her new job caring for the elderly and infirm in *Night Nurse*; she seems to speak the same language as the new hire when she adds that "it feels good to be needed." Judging by appearances, Eleni values ​​that feeling more than the paycheck when she accepts a position at a palliative care facility; in fact, she is enthusiastic about the prospect of caring for Douglas (Bruce McKenzie)—a patient who is difficult to staff after having tried to seduce his previous caregiver. He clearly appreciates the attention when Mona—who becomes Eleni’s mentor—introduces them; he doesn't seem likely to cause much trouble, as neither his mind nor his body appears to pose a major issue, despite a diagnosis of early-stage dementia. Naturally, conflict arises in Georgia Bernstein’s fascinating feature debut, but it is never quite what one might expect; after all, a nursing hom...

 One of the major highlights of the 2026 El Dorado Film Festival was the screening of *Honeyjoon*, a film by writer-director Lilian T. Mehrel. This emotionally rich, life-affirming comedy-drama—which premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival—is now reaching wider audiences as it continues its festival run, offering viewers the chance to discover the impressive debut of a filmmaker with a diverse range of fascinating interests. Set and filmed in the beautiful Azores islands off the coast of Portugal, *Honeyjoon* tells a mother-daughter story with a unique flavor. It is a tale steeped in profound humanity, conveyed primarily through its two sharply defined protagonists. Their individual experiences, emotional complexities, and radically opposing philosophies fuel the emotional drama while also giving rise to intelligent, often unexpected humor. Director: Lilian T. Mehrel Writer: Lilian T. Mehrel Stars: Ayden Mayeri, Amira Casar, José Condessa The free-spirited June (Ayden Mayeri) a...

 This is undoubtedly one of the most absurd and frenetic satires regarding identity, internet fame, and the panic that sets in upon entering one's thirties. The plot revolves around Caro Pardíaco—a nightlife entrepreneur, streaming celebrity, and digital personality—who, at first glance, seems to have her life under control. Yet, behind that facade lies a person grappling with life just like anyone else. Days before turning thirty, Caro spirals into a crisis that cannot be resolved via a livestream. Here is what happens: Caro is organizing the biggest birthday party of her life when she meets Leo—a love interest—who completely destabilizes her emotional equilibrium. Leo is described as charming yet dangerous; he introduces unpredictability into her life, turning everything into a screwball comedy. Stars: Julián Kartún, Alex Pelao, Iara Portillo The plot has many positive aspects. First, it is highly relatable for anyone entering their thirties—a stage when one begins to settle down...

Few football matches have achieved a status comparable to the 2005 UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul. For Liverpool fans, it is a memory etched forever in their hearts. *Untold UK: Liverpool’s Miracle of Istanbul* is the documentary that revisits this event and explains how a struggling team achieved the impossible. Through interviews with key figures such as Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher, Xabi Alonso, and manager Rafael Benítez, the documentary tells the story of that 2005 feat that transformed Liverpool into one of the best teams in the world. The documentary begins with the club's 2004-05 season under Benítez's leadership. It was a campaign marked by uncertainty and inconsistency following the departure of star striker Michael Owen. This situation raised doubts among both fans and club stakeholders. Yet, this is where the comeback story unfolds: Liverpool stunned everyone with their performance in the 2005 Champions League final in Istanbul. They achieved what no one...

 World Cup fever has officially gripped the globe, and the upcoming tournament kicks off on June 11. As a result, everyone seems to have caught the soccer bug—Netflix included. This Friday, the streaming platform premieres its new film, *Mexico 86*. *Mexico 86* tells the story of Martín de la Torre, a low-level soccer federation employee who risks it all for his country. When instability caused by Pablo Escobar’s reign of terror forces Colombia to abandon its plans to host the 1986 World Cup, FIFA scrambles to find a new host nation. Several countries—including the United States, Egypt, Sweden, and Mexico—submit bids. Martín de la Torre decides to spearhead his country's ambitious campaign to bring the World Cup to Mexico, employing shady tactics, political maneuvering, and sheer audacity to pull it off. Director: Gabriel Ripstein Writers: Francisco Javier Gonzalez, Daniel Krauze, Luis Reséndiz Stars: Diego Luna, Karla Souza, Daniel Giménez Cacho Despite what seems like an interest...

 *Frankelda* is a prequel to the HBO miniseries *Frankelda's Book of Spooks*; it chronicles how Francisca Imelda came to be Frankelda and establishes the circumstances of her life as depicted in the series. So, is it necessary to watch the series before the movie? Actually, I think it is better to watch it afterward—I’ll explain why later. Directors: Arturo Ambriz, Roy Ambriz Writers: Arturo Ambriz, Roy Ambriz Stars: Assira Abbate, Anahí Allué, Arturo Ambriz First of all, the animation is magnificent. The character designs are both beautiful and terrifying; we see a wide variety of specters, with the Coyote Shaman being my personal favorite. The settings are rich in color and detail. The passion behind the project is evident in every frame, and the inspiration drawn from the works of Remedios Varo and Leonora Carrington is unmistakable. Furthermore, knowing that the directors worked on a very tight budget—even going so far as to mortgage their homes—makes it impossible not to admir...

 *The Marked Woman 2026* is a new Spanish-language thriller arriving on Netflix on June 5, directed by Gabe Ibáñez and based on the novel of the same name by Rosa Montero and Olivier Truc. The film follows Inspector Anna Ripoll and Agent Zárate as they investigate the discovery of an unconscious woman inside a shipping container at the port of Barcelona. With no memory of her identity, the woman becomes the center of a mystery that gradually unravels a much larger conspiracy involving human trafficking and dangerous secrets. Director: Gabe Ibáñez Writers: Rosa Montero, Lara Sendim, Olivier Truc Stars: Candela Peña, Kira Miró, Ana Rujas Before watching it, I knew very little about the film, other than that it was shot in Spanish and set in Barcelona. Unfortunately, despite some solid positive aspects and elements that could have made for a fascinating thriller, I ultimately found *La desconocida* to be quite forgettable, generic, and bland. Starting with the positives, it is a visua...

It has been quite some time since we saw Jennifer Lopez at her most carefree and fun-loving on screen. Make no mistake: she deploys her full, signature arsenal in this lively workplace comedy, co-written by her co-star Brett Goldstein. Lopez commands the screen, blending her trademark confidence and style with an impressive collection of sky-high Louboutin heels.  She brings a touch of street smarts to her character—a highly successful, top-tier executive. Yet, thanks to a grown-up script packed with witty repartee—penned by Goldstein and his fellow *Ted Lasso* creator Joe Kelly—the actress gets to show off a rare side of absurd, lighthearted humor as her character’s attraction to a strait-laced British colleague grows. Director: Ol Parker Writers: Brett Goldstein, Joe Kelly Stars: Jennifer Lopez, Brett Goldstein, Betty Gilpin The stars align when Daniel is assigned to represent Jackie in a case against an elusive competitor. Until then, the two had maintained a professional, guard...

 *The Witness* is the third take Netflix has presented on the Rachel Nickell murder case, and although it aims to tell the story from a unique perspective, it ultimately loses its way. To begin with, I have become a detractor of true-crime documentaries and dramatizations of real-life crimes. I know that starting a review this way might seem like blasphemy: why would someone who hates the genre review a work belonging to it? Well, it’s my job, and I was assigned to do it. As Spider-Noir once said: I don’t pick the ballroom; I just dance.  That’s not to say I’ve never liked this particular ballroom; I’ve seen works like *In Cold Blood*, *Mindhunter*, *Zodiac*, and *Memories of Murder*, and I’ve enjoyed them immensely. However, my aversion to the genre grew when I realized that these reenactments of real cases caused more harm than good to the victims, who simply wanted to be left alone. And when production quality began to slip and everything—from podcasts to TV shows—started t...

What begins as a comedy gradually transforms into something far more powerful: a sharp reflection on how society judges women. The story centers on Madhuri Dixit’s character, a woman who enters a new social environment after marriage. She is beautiful, well-dressed, loves her husband, and simply lives life on her own terms. Yet, instead of being accepted, she becomes a target of gossip, suspicion, and slander. She is branded a loose woman, accused of seducing men, and even called a witch. It is a stark reminder of how quickly society constructs narratives about women based solely on appearances and perceptions rather than the truth. Director: Suresh Triveni Writers: Pooja Tolani, Suresh Triveni Stars: Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri, Ravi Kishan The film also beautifully portrays the struggle of a woman who loses her husband and must move forward with her life while raising her daughters. It highlights the silent battles many women fight daily—battles that often go unnoticed because socie...

 This is one of the weakest and most irresponsible documentaries I have ever seen regarding the Michael Jackson trial. Instead of conducting a serious investigation, the documentary allows Diane Dimond and Ron Zonen to essentially shape the story, while positioning others around them to back up the same old narrative. It does not come across as an investigation; rather, it feels like a poorly researched account based on the sensationalist version of the case. Stars: Michael Jackson, Ron Zonen, Brian Oxman Even when the documentary includes key figures regarding the actual verdict—such as jurors Melissa Herard and Tammy Evans—it presents them in a strange light. Instead of treating them as serious individuals who followed the entire trial and voted based on the evidence, the film seems intent on portraying them as emotionally swayed or, in some way, less credible. That was highly unfair. At times, it felt as though the film was trying to justify or undermine their verdict rather tha...

 Netflix’s *Untold: UK – Vinnie Jones* is a polished and surprisingly captivating documentary that examines the life and career of Vinnie Jones, spanning both his years in football and his transition into acting. Even for someone like me—who has never been a huge football fan—the documentary proved to be a very enjoyable watch, largely because Vinnie himself possesses such an extraordinary and commanding personality. The documentary does a solid job of showing how he rose to fame as one of the toughest and most controversial players in English football, before making the leap to Hollywood and forging a second career as an actor. It strikes an excellent balance between his football persona and his entertainment career, ensuring it never feels as though it is aimed exclusively at die-hard football fans. That was, without a doubt, a major plus for me. Personally, I have always preferred Vinnie Jones as an actor rather than as a football figure. One of my favorite performances of his w...

 The ending of *Ooster* reminds us just how truly alone Greg feels as he confronts his daughter regarding his own mistakes and, furthermore, bids farewell to his students—who, after all this time, have finally grown deeply fond of him. Regrettably, the series' emotional impact doesn't prove quite as profound as intended, but that’s alright. I get the sense that Archie’s storyline has dragged on a bit too long, leaving us feeling less invested in it; nevertheless, it is interesting to observe the parallels between Katie and Sunny’s reactions to the figure of Archie as a whole. It gives the impression that a slight generational gap makes all the difference, doesn't it? In any case, the series has been entertaining so far; however, a second season would need to be truly compelling to keep us invested in Greg as a character. We have already grasped that he has felt lonely, and that it took him a long time to move past his marriage and come to terms with both his solitude and th...