Violence in the Sopranos as a plot device & commentary on larger themes adds tension & depth to the story & raises big questions about power & morality.

In The Banshees of Inisherin, the dynamic between Siobhan and Dominic is both awkward and hilarious, but also tinged with sadness.

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Learn about magical and fantastical realism, two genre that blend elements of fantasy and the supernatural with realism. Explore the difference between the two and discover how they allow for unique and compelling storytelling.

Discover the vital role that writing plays in the creation of successful television shows and movies. From driving the emotional core of the story to establishing the rules of the world, a well-written script is essential.

Lykke Li has a diverse range of styles, including alternative rock and experimental indie, but it’s in her sad-flow songs that she hovers in uncharted airspace. Some of her most notable tracks for me in this style include No Hotel, Unrequited Love, and Tonight.

Jessie Buckley, Claire Foy, & Sarah Polley deliver a devastating & meaningful cinematic experience in Women Talking.

I attended the Coronado Film Festival in 2022. Here’s my review of the movie, Juniper starring Charlotte Rampling.

House of Dragons series, S1 just wrapped, but it brought back the event that is Sunday night HBO viewing.

When you boil it down Better Call Saul has one simple theme: good behavior vs bad behavior and the repercussions of both.

I look at Barry, Under the Banner of Heaven & Better Call Saul. They all have hard to watch elements to them, but are so so good…

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“Mothers cannot help but be in touch with the most difficult aspects of any fully lived life. Why on Earth should it fall to them to paint things bright and innocent and safe?”

The final scene in which Tony disappears into a black screen has been talked about for years by critics and fans alike. There are countless theories as to what really happened that night at Holsten's diner with his family. One theory proposes that it was all a fantasy within Tony's head, and he was shot soon after entering the diner.

I like dramas that dissect meaningful themes, but stay true to the storyline of each character. The themes of dramas should emerge naturally through a story. The dramas I have watched lately (currently January 2022) that I will talk about in this article are: The Lost Daughter (Netflix), The Power of the Dog (Netflix), The Last Duel (Prime Video), C'mon C'mon (Prime Video), and The Long Goodbye (YouTube Short Film).

Patsy Parisi’s presence in the Sopranos is understated but very interesting when you consider the theory of him being the man behind the demise of Tony Soprano. This is a deeper dive into the side character and a look at the possibility of him being the one who set Tony up.

Randomly reveling in the greatness of this all-time Beatles song, and how it frames the love story to make you feel sadness and happiness at the same time.

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