How often do you find an adaptation of a novel that is better than the original work? The answer is not very often. But Silka Luisa has taken Lauren Beukes’ Shining Girls, adding layers that propel an already taught story into unexpected depths. Of course, I was also in the unique position to have watched
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Gary Robinson, the award-winning writer, director, producer, and editor whose clients have included CBS, Sony, Universal, and Martin Scorsese, among others, will lead a tour that will showcase the latest in post-production workflow tools for broadcast and cable networks at NAB Show 2022. The Film and Episodic TV Production Workflow Tour will premiere at the
Ellen Pompeo is speaking out in defense of her onetime Grey’s Anatomy co-star Katherine Heigl. Pompeo’s podcast Tell Me With Ellen Pompeo found the Meredith Grey actress addressing Heigl’s criticism of the long hours on the ABC drama several years ago. “I remember Heigl said something on a talk show about the insane hours we
Put some respect on Kevin Atwater’s name. We were long overdue for a Kevin-centric, and as customary for them, Chicago PD Season 9 Episode 19 didn’t disappoint. It took us on a twisty ride where we didn’t know who was true and what wasn’t. But one thing is undeniably sure here, and it’s that it
The Flight Attendant Season 2 premieres Thursday, April 21, on HBO Max. TV Fanatic got the chance to speak with the cast and showrunners ahead of the highly-anticipated premiere. As previously reported in our Flight Attendant Season 2 review, Cassie (Kaley Cuoco) is in a much different place when we pick back up. “When we
The Santo Padre Charter is changed forever, and it’s clear that they’re pretty much holding on for dear life at this stage. Mayans M.C. Season 4 Episode 1 kicked off in the aftermath of Mayans M.C. Season 3 Episode 10. And it was a beautifully directed, written, and acted hour that highlighted how far these
Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo) has a decision to make, and it looks like Addison Montgomery (Kate Walsh) will help. ABC has released an official teaser for Grey’s Anatomy Season 18 Episode 16, airing May 5. The episode, titled “Should I Stay or Should I Go,” finds Meredith pondering a move to Minnesota full-time. The clip
You never know who you’re going to impact or how. That was the message behind The Good Doctor Season 5 Episode 15. The story about the woman with the iron lung was quirky and lighthearted until it wasn’t. And Joan wasn’t the only person who’d made a difference just by being herself. It’s been a
The drive and passion that is necessary to stay focused on your dreams is fueled by consistency and discipline; two things that are hard won and worth the effort. Santia Deckhas made, and continues to make a name for herself as an inspiration to women everywhere from sports, to business to social media. The conversation
Netflix is doubling down on video games. For the first time, the streaming service will launch a mobile game and TV series from the same franchise, building on the popular Exploding Kittens card game. Exploding Kittens – The Game, an exclusive version of the beloved mobile game, will launch on Netflix in May, followed by
An activist-turned-terrorist is on the run and 20-Squad is on their tail. Not only that, but Deacon and Annie catch a break in the Eduardo Ortiz case in S.W.A.T. Season 5 Episode 17. And it’s not someone that anyone would suspect, at least not at first. Put on your thinking caps because there is a
Eric Brady returned to Salem! The Devil caused havoc at Ben and Ciara’s gender reveal party. Gabi went after Ava while Chloe, Brady, and Sonny continued to target Leo. Our TV Fanatics, Jack and Christine, are joined by UhSir from My Hourglass, a Days of Our Lives fan forum, to debate the effect of cherry
Procedurals are seemingly taking over television, and for a good reason. There are plenty of shows out there that depict the lives of everyday heroes and have lasted for years. One franchise that won’t stop is NBC’s One Chicago, including the current series Chicago Fire, Chicago PD, Chicago Med, and Chicago Justice. Thanks to streaming,
Leo Stark is not who I would have picked out as Craig’s new love. But it’s turned out to be a more intriguing story than I expected. Is Leo yet another unchanged Salem baddie claiming to have turned over a new leaf or not? On Days of Our Lives during the week of 4-11-22, we
In the wise words of Shangela, “halleloo!” The reunion format we knew and loved returned on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 14 Episode 15. And the queens delivered an entertaining night that kept us fed with all the delicious drama. Tea was spilled. Emotions were felt. Arguments got yelled. “Reunited!” served the reunion we sorely missed.
The Mikaelsons reunited on Legacies Season 4 Episode 15, and it sent the bubble drama upward. The highly-anticipated hour secured 440,000 viewers and a 0.1 rating in the demo. All told, the total viewer tally is up 13% week-to-week to hit a season-high. 2 The rise couldn’t come at a better time since the show
Bell should save her breath. Every time a mission gets dangerous, she offers to abort it, only for the cop in question to refuse. It happened again on Law & Order: Organized Crime Season 2 Episode 18, with good reason. Donnelly made Stabler his number two man and tested him by bailing during a key
SeriesFest will be back with six days of events brimming with notable talent next month. SeriesFest Season 8 will take place May 5 -11, with the beloved festival returning to Denver, Colorado, with in-competition screenings, panels, workshops, and exclusive sneak peeks and television premieres. We’ve rounded up the SeriesFest Season 8 schedule below, which is