Taylor Sheridan’s latest series, “Landman,” weaves a complex, soapy story built around the West Texas oil industry. Its central character, Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), is a complicated character, and only likable…
Spinoffs have become a required touch for any major franchise. When Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune” films premiered to acclaim and strong box office returns, as well as an instant fan base, there was no…
Peacock’s gripping adaptation of “The Day of the Jackal” may attract some viewers out of sheer name recognition. Its title is taken from the classic 1971 novel by Frederick Forsyth, which has…
It is hard to keep a big franchise down. Following an imposed hiatus and the loss of its major star, Taylor Sheridan’s “Yellowstone” returns, grasping on to its most melodramatic impulses to…
There is such a lack of faith in institutions while major wars rage on, that it’s surprising there’s still room for escapism like Netflix’s “The Diplomat.” It borrows from real world events…
As the master of moody television shows, Apple TV can make even Billy Crystal appear completely bleak. “Before” lets the actor tap into his darker side, convincingly making us forget his trademark…
After a lengthy absence from directing Alfonso Cuarón returns with an unsurprising stint in streaming. Apple TV’s “Disclaimer” is a perfect reminder of why the Mexican auteur has gained such renown over…
Like any other genre, sports stories tend to have their own preset clichés. Boxing in particular is all about underdogs and big chances. Hulu’s “La Máquina” (Spanish for “The Machine”) reunites Mexican…