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With great talent can come great force of will, which is one reason why artist underdogs become such natural heroes in drama or comedy. We want to believe that with enough drive, natural…
Hulu’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” has survived the typical cancelling purges common in streaming thanks to its relevance. The writing may have highs and lows, though Elisabeth Moss’ performance remains strong and consistent,…
By now it would seem that sex has been explored from every possible angle in media. Then a show comes along like FX’s “Dying for Sex” that feels new by looking at…
Kevin Bacon is the cantankerous heart and soul of Amazon’s “The Bondsman.” He’s one of those actors with the range to be the most likable guy in the room and the most…
There are many common misconceptions about how studio films are made. Famous directors are believed to be domineering geniuses conjuring personal visions for the screen, guided by their brilliance. Making movies is more…