Boardwalk Empireis stuffed full of fascinating, dangerous, and charismatic characters. Who Was the Real Arnold Rothstein? Arnold Rothstein was a New York mobster who made millions viaillegal gambling and bootlegging operations. Image via HBO Members of the Chicago White Sox were bribed to purposefully blow the series. The incident made headlines across the country and helped Rothstein become a household name. In the end, he wasreportedlygunned down by a poker player who was owed $300,000....

Despite the grandiose scale,Sunshineis a remarkably intimate and emotional tale. Sunshinefeatures a brilliant screenplay from Alex Garland, who had previously worked with Boyle on28 Days LaterandThe Beach. Image by Federico Napoli Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Image via Fox Image via Fox Image via Columbia Pictures Image via Fox Searchlight Pictures Image via The Weinstein Company Image via Miramax Image via Focus Features Image via Warner Bros. Pictures

That’s precisely what happens with Vera (Asta Kamma August). That’s a toxic pattern Vera is reproducing with her boyfriend, Andre (Herbert Nordrum). Since Vera is trying to stop smoking, she decides to schedule an appointment with a hypnotherapist. Image via Karlovy Vary International Film Festival Andre doesn’t actively take a stab at put himself in a position of dominance in his relationship. Still, we cannot deny that Vera’s submissive behavior favors the harmony of her romantic relationship....

FromShadow of a DoubttoVertigo, these are some of the best psychological thriller classics. Dark, mysterious, and incredibly captivating are some words to properly describe this absorbing movie. Tackling expressionist themes,Strangers on a Trainis suspenseful, intense, and undoubtedly an effective thriller. Image via Paramount Pictures On top of this, it also graces audiences' screens with top-notch acting performances. 7’Gaslight' (1944) The first non-Hitchcock film on this list is the ever-poignantGaslightbyGeorge Cukor....

Asecond season of Netflix’sThe Recruitis set to air later in 2024. As he investigates, he uncovers a larger conspiracy that puts his own life in danger. Fans of theJack Reacherbooks and anyone who appreciates a good mystery will findReacherto be a great and enjoyable series. Image by Federico Napoli Like the Prime Video show,Sixalso incorporates elements of political intrigue and the broader implications of military operations. The characters face moral dilemmas, personal challenges, and the complexities of political decision-making....

Monica decides to just invite Rachels mom, but Rachels dad unexpectedly shows up as well. Meanwhile,Ross is trying and failing to impress Rachels parents. His timing and delivery of his lines are not just great handling of the writer’s great work. It all begins when Ross notices how tan Monica looks despite her not having been on vacation recently. Its painfully awkward but it provides plenty of laughs. Its also funny to see Joey and Rachel try and fail to take their relationship to the next level....

With such a touchy subject intertwined with its story, it risked quickly becoming propagandistic. Instead,Citizen Sainttreats the sensitive subject with the subtlety it deserves. After supposedly performing miracles, he was tortured, crucified, and left hanging over the mountain. Image via Karlovy Vary International Film Festival After three days, his body turned to stone. Furthermore, villagers come from afar to offer sacrifices to the statue. YetCitizen Saintis not only interesting for shedding light on this phenomenon....

Heres to the singers and songwriters whove made it big in K-dramas. In the meantime, Chan Sung (Yeo Jin-Goo) travels the world to escape his fate. But all is futile when Lady Jang finally comes for Chan Sung, and his fate is sealed. Luna Del Hotelis a very fun K-drama starring IU, a famous solo artist in Korea. 9’Snowdrop' (2021) Snowdroptakes place in Korea in the year 1987. Young-Ro is a freshman college student....

The story follows a steamboat captain who must venture into an African rainforest to rescue a trading post agent. Drawing from this,Snake Gastransforms Eastern Europe into a wilderness that a man of the Occident must brave. Its a commendable goal and the perfect reason to reinvent Conrad. Image via Karlovy Vary International Film Festival Sadly,Snake Gasputs style above substance and delivers a story thats not particularly engaging. There are many interesting ideas thrown intoSnake Gas, but that quickly turns into an issue....

Specifically, he will go to work for famed author J.M. The naive Liam then finds himself caught up in their domestic discord. He is charming and charismatic in a manner that seemingly begins to win over the family. Image via Bleecker Street Its cast all keep it afloat, but only just. Rating:B- The Lessonis in theaters starting July 7. Image via Bleecker Street Image via Bleecker Street

The thriller genre is among the most popular and enduring in American cinema. The 1980s were a particularly great time for the thriller genre, thanks to now-iconic hits likeBody HeatandFatal Attraction. Christineproudly boasts a silly plot, with Carpenter going all in on the film’s ridiculous premise. Image by Federico Napoli 9’The Stepfather (1987) Terry O’Quinnplays the titular character in the 1987 psychological thrillerThe Stepfather. However, his murderous instincts return when the daughter becomes suspicious of him....

A good movie monster is scary, unique, and memorable. But thebestmovie monsters are all of that and more. They are stand-ins for the film’s themes, the characters' fears, or the world’s failings. Image by Federico Napoli Godzilla as a monster has always been deeply linked with Japanese identity and hardship. 9’Colossal' (2016) Gloria (Anne Hathaway) is a mess. Shortly after, a giant monster attacks the city of Seoul in South Korea....

But well also discover how the real-life Johnson differs substantially from the fictional Thompson. How Did Atlantic City Work Pre-Prohibition? Prior to Prohibition, Atlantic City already had the reputation of being a freewheeling, law-skirting seaside resort town. Image via HBO Virtually everyone in Atlantic City either directly profited from illegal business or knew people who did. This, in combination with the citys boss system, resulted in the continuation of the illicit status quo....