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The Madness Of Patrick Bateman: How AMERICAN PSYCHO Redefined The Horror Villain
The Madness Of Patrick Bateman: How AMERICAN PSYCHO Redefined The Horror Villain

Patrick Bateman represents the horrors of addiction, hedonism, narcissism and greed – and with a dose of humour, he’s a character that remains ingrained in our pop culture landscape.

SÉRIE NOIRE: A Prime Showcase for Patrick Dewaere
SÉRIE NOIRE: A Prime Showcase For Patrick Dewaere

A satisfying slice of sleaze served up on celluloid, Série Noire is a deliciously good watch.

HOMELAND (S8E12) “Prisoners Of War”: Riding Off Into the Sunset... Of Civilization
HOMELAND (S8E12) “Prisoners Of War”: Riding Off Into the Sunset… Of Civilization

After eight stellar seasons, Showtime’s Homeland has finally come to an end. Prisoners of War…

BAD EDUCATION: A Captivating Look At Greed & Perception
BAD EDUCATION: A Captivating Look At Greed & Perception

Bad Education is not just a great true story account, but also an excellently crafted and complex one, complete with phenomenal performances.

Four Murders: An Omnibus Review Of Four BBC Adaptations Of Agatha Christie
Four Murders: An Omnibus Review Of Four BBC Adaptations Of Agatha Christie

Clement Tyler Obropta looks back at four BBC Agatha Christie adaptations, all reimagined for the small screen by Sarah Phelps.

HOMELAND (S8E11) “The English Teacher”: Impressively Making The Most Of A Missed Target
HOMELAND (S8E11) “The English Teacher”: Impressively Making The Most Of A Missed Target

In The English Teacher, the penultimate episode, the team behind Homeland delivers a stellar story, weaving the various threads through the loom into a masterful tapestry.

STRAY DOLLS: A Slick Crime Drama Examines Trump's America
STRAY DOLLS: A Slick Crime Drama Examines Trump’s America

With strong performances by the young cast, and beautiful cinematography, Stray Dolls is an intriguing crime drama with an important insight into a forgotten part of American society.

THE PALE HORSE Miniseries: More "Midsommar" Than "Midsomer Murders"
THE PALE HORSE Miniseries: More “Midsommar” Than “Midsomer Murders”

Agatha Christie’s The Pale Horse, though not quite a detective story, seems designed to test the genre’s rules, and also my patience.

HOMELAND (S8E10) “Designated Driver”: All Cards (Awkwardly) On The Table
HOMELAND (S8E10) “Designated Driver”: All Cards (Awkwardly) On The Table

“Designated Driver” was as compelling as any episode this season of Homeland, despite the flaws. But where do things go from here?

THE SINNER Season 3: Articulating Male Vulnerability
THE SINNER Season 3: Articulating Male Vulnerability

When the show digs deep into its examination of masculinity and male emotions, The Sinner remains a standout like no other crime show on TV right now.

HOMELAND (S8E9) “In Full Flight”: Setting The Stage For An Explosive Finale
HOMELAND (S8E9) “In Full Flight”: Setting The Stage For An Explosive Finale

As we round the final base for the home stretch, these last three episodes promise to be as compelling and exciting as any Homeland has seen.

ESCAPE AT DANNEMORA: Riveting Prison Break Drama
ESCAPE AT DANNEMORA: A Riveting Prison Break Drama

Escape at Dannemora is a marvellous prison drama that requires patience and commitment, and features magnificent performances from three of the best actors working today.

OZARK SEASON 3: The Byrdes Dig Themselves Deeper In Stellar Return
OZARK SEASON 3: The Byrdes Dig Themselves Deeper In Stellar Return

In Ozark season 3, the direction, writing, performances and tense, foreboding atmosphere continue to be stellar and highly immersive while these characters continue to grow and evolve for the show’s betterment.

ZEROZEROZERO: Global Blood Money
ZEROZEROZERO Season 1: Global Blood Money

Based on Roberto Saviano’s book, ZeroZeroZero is a fascinating miniseries about the global cocaine market. It’s a no-brainer for anyone who enjoys crime drama series.

HOMELAND (S8E8) “Threnody(s)”: The Calm Before The Storm
HOMELAND (S8E8) “Threnody(s)”: The Calm Before The Storm

Threnody(s) gave us a moment to breathe in what has so far been a fast-paced season. It also brought the deaths of two long-lasting characters.