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Something old, slightly new
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 27/03/2026
» It's common to see that when a film achieves great success with its first instalment, Hollywood quickly pushes for a sequel to capitalise on fan demand and the promise of massive box office returns -- even when the original story has little left to explore.
King Kong of ping-pong
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/03/2026
» When Hollywood turns to biographical films or fictional dramas about criminals or con artists, it is rarely because these people are admirable or because filmmakers want audiences to imitate them. Rather, it is because such lives often contain something fascinating and captivating -- qualities that make for compelling storytelling.
Farewell frights
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 05/09/2025
» After more than a decade of terrifying audiences with four feature films and an array of spin-offs, The Conjuring: Last Rites arrives as the supposed final chapter in the saga of Ed and Lorraine Warren. This film is positioned as an emotionally driven farewell to the famous paranormal investigators, who face one last case against a vengeful entity they can no longer avoid.
Super sexy, sadly superficial
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/08/2025
» Once in a while Netflix releases something designed less for art and more for provocation -- content clearly meant to spark chatter and lure viewers in through prudish uproar. Erotic thrillers, however, are a tricky business.
Amy is still missing, almost 30 years later
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 25/07/2025
» For some reason, unsolved cases remain one of the most popular genres among true crime aficionados -- perhaps because they're the kinds of mysteries that continue to boggle the mind long after the final frame. There's a particular frustration, and fascination, in not knowing what really happened. And few cases embody that unresolved tension as hauntingly as the disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley.
All too familiar
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 27/06/2025
» With the premise of a dysfunctional family in a small coastal town entangled in criminal dealings under the guise of protecting their legacy, The Waterfront, Netflix's new original series, tries to blend slow-burn crime drama with bursts of action and emotional intensity. Across eight episodes, however, the show struggles to distinguish itself from a growing list of similarly themed dramas, despite its efforts to offer gritty realism and familial tension.
The Four Seasons: A moving dramedy
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 16/05/2025
» No, this isn't a historical drama about a luxury hotel -- The Four Seasons is a smart, modern adaptation of Alan Alda's 1981 dramedy film of the same name. This eight-episode Netflix miniseries is the brainchild of comedian Tina Fey, who also stars in the show alongside a stellar ensemble that includes Steve Carell, Coleman Domingo, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney and Marco Calvani.
Sci-fi meets melodrama
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 07/02/2025
» Hulu and Disney+ have started the year with a new drama/mystery series called Paradise. The show is created by Dan Fogelman, the same creative force behind the 2016 hit series This Is Us. In Paradise, he reunites with his former star, Sterling K. Brown, in what is arguably one of his most ambitious projects to date. The first three episodes dropped in one go, followed by a weekly release schedule for the remaining episodes, until March 4.
Remembering J-pop star Miporin, found dead at 54
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 10/12/2024
» Miho Nakayama, the celebrated Japanese actress and singer renowned for her iconic performance in the 1995 romantic masterpiece Love Letter, has passed away at the age of 54. Her body was discovered at her home in Tokyo's Ebisu district on Friday, after she cancelled a scheduled concert due to health concerns. The cause of her death remains under investigation, as first reported by NHK, Japan's national broadcaster.
Secrets of the swamp
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 18/10/2024
» When an eight-year-old girl mysteriously vanishes, a series of past deaths and disappearances around a lake straddling Louisiana and Texas begin to converge, forever altering the history of a broken family. Caddo Lake is a collaborative effort by filmmakers Celine Held and Logan George, who team up with producer M. Night Shyamalan to craft a mystery-thriller that skilfully blends family drama with elements of science fiction. While many movies and series explore similar premises, this one manages to stand out, offering an engaging and suspenseful ride.