1899 is a Netflix Original series that takes place on a large immigrant ship heading to America in the late 19th century. However, a distress signal leads the ship off course and into a nightmarish reality for all of it's passengers. Let's consider the pros and cons of 1899... Pros: Firstly, this is a thrilling... Continue Reading →
The Patient is a Hulu Original limited series starring Domhnall Gleeson and Steve Carell. After an accomplished psychotherapist is kidnapped by a conflicted serial killer, he must navigate the hostage situation using his wits and will to survive! Let’s consider the pros and cons of The Patient… Pros: Firstly, there’s no getting around the strong... Continue Reading →
The Boys is an Amazon Original show that takes a uniquely gritty look at what a world with Superheroes might look like. After one man's girlfriend is tragically killed by a "hero", he learns that collateral damage is an all too common occurrence and Vaught, the superhero agency, has a serious accountability problem. Let's consider... Continue Reading →
Army of Thieves is a prequel to Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead, focusing on the German safecracker Ludwig Dieter. Matthias Schweighöfer not only reprises his role as Dieter, but also takes a seat in the director's chair! Let's consider the pros and cons of Army of Thieves... Pros: Firstly, I think it's a smart... Continue Reading →
Squid Game is a South Korean Netflix Original Series about an underground organization that promises incredible wealth to players who complete 6 different children's games. The players soon learn the deadly consequences for losing, but how far will their financial desperation take them? Let's consider the pros and cons of Squid Game... Pros: I'm unfortunately... Continue Reading →
Bo Burnham: Inside is a Netflix Original comedy special that shows how one comedian coped with isolation. To say it's relatable, would be a massive understatement. Let's consider the pros and cons of Bo Burnham: Inside... Pros: Firstly, this is an extremely well done one-man show. It seems like the limited production value would negatively... Continue Reading →
The Queen's Gambit is a Netflix Original limited series that follows a young orphan's obsession with chess and her journey to become a World Champion. The story spans over 7 hour long parts, showing us the career defining moments for Beth Harmon, chess prodigy. Let's consider the pros and cons of The Queen's Gambit... Pros:... Continue Reading →
The Haunting of Bly Manor is Mike Flanagan's follow up to Hill House in "The Haunting" anthology series. Since the first show received critical acclaim for it's ingenuity, expectations were understandably high for this entry as well. The story follows an American nanny who is hired to care for two orphans at the dreary and... Continue Reading →
