Plot: The decades-long friendship between three married couples is tested when one divorces, complicating their tradition of quarterly weekend getaways. The Four Seasons miniseries was not my thing. Pros: I did appreciate how it tackled different storylines with three relationships in spring, summer, fall & winter. The dialogue did feel natural. There were some moments …
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The plot: Wealthy businessman, Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists, and determined assassins. This film was disappointing. Pros: I keep thumb up to the set designs and photography of this …
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Plot: Laura’s picture-perfect life starts to unravel when her son brings home a new girlfriend named Cherry; she becomes convinced that Cherry is a manipulative social climber — or is she just being paranoid? This series was great. Pros: The two actresses Robin Wright & Olivia Cooke did a spot on job playing two ladies …
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Plot: Upload completes with an explosive conclusion! In the four-part series finale event, sentient AI rapidly turns evil, threatening to wipe out Lakeview (and the world!). On top of greedy executives, lingering mysteries, plus heartbreak in VR and IRL, our characters are tested like never before. The only way they can get through it all …
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Plot: Platonic former best friends approaching midlife reconnect after a long rift; the duo’s friendship becomes more consuming and destabilizes their lives. Season 2 of Platonic was alright. Pros: I still enjoy seeing Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne together. Luke Macfarlane’s Charlie had more development this time along. The episode featured jeopardy were a joy …
Plot: A young mathematician is on the verge of a breakthrough when he realizes an unseen enemy is trying to destroy his idea; together with a government agent who’s been tracking him, he begins to unravel a conspiracy. I got excited for this series altering watching the trailer. This miniseries was okay. Pros: I did …
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Plot: Chloe, a high-profile media executive, lives a picturesque life with her husband Adam and son; her estranged sister Nicky struggles to make ends meet; when Adam is murdered, the two sisters reunite and try to untangle a complicated family history. This series was full of hit & misses. Pros: I like Chloe & Nicky …
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Synopsis: This collection of animated short stories spans several genres, including science fiction, fantasy, horror and comedy. World-class animation creators bring captivating stories to life in the form of a unique and visceral viewing experience. The animated anthology series includes tales that explore alternate histories, life for robots in a post-apocalyptic city and a plot …
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Promotion: All Elite Wrestling Date: September 20, 2025 City: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Venue: Scotiabank Arena Other on-screen personnel Role Name Commentators Excalibur (PPV) Tony Schiavone (Pre-show and PPV) Bryan Danielson (PPV) Taz (PPV) Nigel McGuinness (Pre-show) Matt Menard (Pre-show) Don Callis (AEW World and Unified Championship matches) Spanish commentators Carlos Cabrera Alvaro Riojas Ariel Levy Ring announcers Arkady Aura (Pre-show + PPV ) …
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Promotion: WWE Brand(s): Raw, Smackdown Date: September 20, 2025 City: Indianapolis, Indiana Verne: Gainbridge Fieldhouse Other on-screen personnel Role: Name: English commentators Michael Cole Wade Barrett Pat McAfee (first 3 matches) Spanish commentators Marcelo Rodríguez Jerry Soto Ring announcer Alicia Taylor Referees Jessika Carr Dan Engler LA Knight (Usos vs. The Vision) Eddie Orengo Ryan Tran Interviewers Cathy …
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