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Your next K-drama obsession
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 08/10/2025
» When the opening scene of Tempest hits, viewers are immediately drawn into a world of political deceit, shadowy operatives and fragile trust -- the kind of high-stakes storytelling that South Korean dramas have become renowned for.
A pitch perfect pairing
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 11/07/2025
» What makes an action movie exciting and enjoyable, even when the story is simple or predictable? It doesn't happen often, but every now and then, a film comes along that proves a formulaic plot doesn't have to be a dealbreaker. Enter Prime Video's latest buddy action flick, Heads Of State -- a wild, high-energy, odd-couple romp that resurrects a familiar formula and injects it with sharp comedic timing and absurdly fun set pieces. Idris Elba and John Cena are the unexpected duo that make it all work.
A Japanese John Wick
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 07/03/2025
» Netflix has certainly been doubling down on Asian content lately, with a surge of Thai and Japanese titles airing alongside their South Korean counterparts. However, when it comes to original films, the streaming giant's track record is more hit-or-miss.
Black Doves is a strange bird
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 13/12/2024
» Upon watching the new British spy series Black Doves, one is left with mixed feelings. Here's another show attempting to mix genres but struggling to find its own footing.
A modern twist to an iconic manga
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 03/05/2024
» For those old enough to remember, City Hunter was a manga sensation that captivated readers in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This detective story, known for its blend of action, quirky comedy and elements tailored to adolescent boys, became a cultural sensation. Even if you haven't seen it, chances are you've encountered one of its numerous adaptations over the years, whether it be the 1990s Hong Kong rendition starring Jackie Chan, a 2011 Korean TV series, or even the French film Nicky Larson Et Le Parfum De Cupidon (2018).
A forgettable action flick
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 26/05/2023
» How often do we find action movies produced by Netflix to be generic? Yet the platform keeps giving us new such flicks. Netflix's latest action/thriller, The Mother starring Jennifer Lopez, is about an assassin who has to come out of hiding to protect a child in danger. It seems as if it can garner attention, but will the storytelling and execution do it justice?
Into the 'Ryanverse'
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 11/01/2023
» After a three-year pause due to the pandemic, the long-awaited action-thriller series Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan is finally back to Prime Video and on our screens for its third season. Often referred to as America's version of James Bond, Jack Ryan is based on characters from the fictional "Ryanverse" political drama created by author Tom Clancy. The man is a CIA analyst and multitalented individual who's always saving the day. Season 3 also sees the return of John Krasinski as Jack Ryan, a role once played by a number of famous actors such as Harrison Ford, Alec Baldwin, Ben Affleck and Chris Pine, with Krasinski being the fifth to do so.
Seductively mysterious
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/04/2022
» Marvel fans who aren't familiar with the comic books probably think they know every single hero in the MCU universe. Over the years, Sony has had the opportunity to buy rights to many Marvel characters, but only picked the likes of Iron Man, Thor, and Spider-Man because they thought nobody would be interested in the more obscure heroes.
Re-birth of a sci-fi classic
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 29/10/2021
» It feels like ages since David Lynch's 1984 version of Dune, an epic space action film based on the 1965 science fiction novel of the same name by Frank Herbert, was released. Often referred to as a mature version of Star Wars, the Dune franchise is big. The books are known for their complexity and are filled with lore, exposition and backstories that many fans felt was impossible to translate into a big-screen film.
A mouse trapped in a violent maze
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/08/2021
» If you enjoy thriller movies and are looking for something along the lines of a classic cat and mouse scenario, then be sure to check out the Netflix original Beckett. The film stars Tenet (2020) actor John David Washington and is the debut directorial film by Ferdinando Cito Filomarino, who was an assistant director of Call Me By Your Name (2017) and Suspiria (2018). Beckett is a compelling paranoia/survival/conspiracy thriller about a tourist who's deep-down on his luck.