Though heartbreaking at times, the show’s story feels realistic and well-developed. It centers on a Philadelphia police officer trying to shut down a dangerous motorcycle gang that’s attacking drug houses. Over the course of the seven-episode thriller, we meet a compelling cast of characters, including Anthony Grasso, played by Fabien Frankel, and Owen Teague as Peaches.
This Prime Video series, created by and starring an Oscar-winning actor, follows Shah Latif, a UK-based actor who gets a surprising chance to audition for the role of the next James Bond. But what starts as a dream opportunity quickly turns into a nightmare as his life unravels, leading to online harassment and a personal crisis.
Much of this is due to the fact that Neuromancer is a hugely influential work, often credited with shaping the cyberpunk genre, much like Blade Runner. Cyberpunk 2077, like all cyberpunk stories after 1984, drew heavily from Neuromancer, though the depth of that influence isn’t always obvious. Interestingly, the new Neuromancer series on Apple TV+ feels very much like a live-action adaptation of Cyberpunk 2077.
According to reports, the new John Wick spin-off starring Donnie Yen as Caine is scheduled to begin filming in April. The project was officially announced last year at CinemaCon, but rumors about a Caine-focused movie have been circulating for some time. This will be the first John Wick spin-off feature film since Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas, which came out in theaters last summer.
While many Western dramas have emerged recently, none have achieved the same level of success as Yellowstone. The show, which premiered in 2018, combines family drama with the classic Western genre. It centers on the Dutton family, who own and operate Yellowstone Dutton Ranch, the largest ranch in Montana. Situated near Yellowstone National Park, the ranch is constantly threatened by those looking to develop the surrounding land.
The HBO comedy series, which first aired in 2005, centers around Valerie Cherish, an actress trying to reignite her career with a reality show. Things quickly go wrong, becoming more embarrassing than she expected. Although the show wasn’t renewed after its first season, it gained a dedicated fanbase for its witty and honest portrayal of fame, second chances, and the entertainment world. This led to a surprise second season in 2014, following Valerie as she adjusted to the rise of high-quality TV dramas. Now, over twenty years later, Kudrow is reprising her role as Valerie for a highly anticipated third season.
Well, this is a surprise. Just when it seemed Disney was poised to really shake things up with AI-generated video – they’d partnered with OpenAI on their Sora tech – the whole thing has fallen apart. OpenAI pulled the plug on Sora, and Disney is now backing out of the deal entirely. It’s a shame, really. We were hearing buzz about how this could have changed the game for streaming and entertainment, but it looks like that potential will remain just that – potential. It never really got off the ground, and honestly, it’s a bit disappointing to see.
Compelling TV shows depend on well-developed characters, and creators usually spend a lot of time crafting them. However, sometimes a character will act in a way that doesn’t fit their established personality. This might be through a questionable choice or a surprising plot twist, but ultimately, it leaves viewers feeling disappointed and let down.
Netflix has a lot of new shows and movies coming out this week, including the new series Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole and Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen. But if you’re looking for something to watch right now, this older, highly-rated show is a great choice. With eight episodes that are between 45 and 57 minutes each, you can easily finish the whole series—which has an 87% rating on Rotten Tomatoes—in a couple of viewings.
