One compliant that often arises regarding trailers these days, is that they give away far too much information regarding the plot. To the point where in some cases, you already know what is going to happen in the story because the biggest plot points have been laid out. But slowly and surely, that’s changing, and trailers are going back to being the sizzle reels that they should be, and Prime Video is leading the charge on such matters, as evidenced by the last trailer for Citadel: Honey Bunny.

Because that trailer was just plain epic, and left audiences hungry for more, as a good trailer should, and well, Prime Video is aware of this and that is why earlier this week, they opted to release another epic trailer for the series. To keep the buzz going and keep the fans happy, and we of course… have that trailer and updated details on the show to share with all of you. So, you can continue to countdown to the action and adventure spectacle that will be, Citadel: Honey Bunny.
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‘Prime Video, today presented the heart-pounding second trailer for the much-awaited Original series, Citadel: Honey Bunny. Born from the world of Citadel, the Indian series is directed by Raj & DK (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK) and written by Sita R. Menon, along with Raj & DK. The series is produced by D2R Films, Amazon MGM Studios, and executive produced by the Russo Brothers’ AGBO. Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot, and Scott Nemes from AGBO, alongside David Weil (Hunters), executive produce Citadel: Honey Bunny and all series within the world of Citadel. Midnight Radio is also an executive producer. The series features the immensely talented Varun Dhawan and Samantha in the lead and the ever-so-versatile Kay Kay Menon, along with an exciting ensemble cast that includes Saqib Saleem, Simran, Sikandar Kher, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Parihar, and Kashvi Majmundar. Citadel: Honey Bunny is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on November 7.
 
The first trailer of the series that launched earlier this month received a spectacular response from audiences all over the world, leaving them at the edge of their seats. Anxiously waiting for the launch of Citadel: Honey Bunny on Prime Video, the fans of Varun Dhawan, Samantha, and Raj & DK were thrilled as the service dropped a new trailer of the series. Delving a little further into the exciting story of stuntman Bunny (Varun Dhawan), who recruits struggling actress Honey (Samantha) for a side gig as they are hurled into a high-stakes world of action, espionage, and betrayal. Packed with even more adrenaline-fueled action and explosive drama, the new trailer follows the estranged elite spies as they reunite years later to protect their young daughter, Nadia, when their dangerous past catches up with them.
 
About the World of Citadel
The first season of Citadel, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas alongside Stanley Tucci and Lesley Manville, premiered to global success in 2023, becoming Prime Video’s second most-watched new original series outside the U.S. and fourth most-watched worldwide, after 24 days. Executive produced by the Russo Brothers' AGBO, Citadel and its subsequent action-espionage Original Series traverse the globe, evolving the story of spy agency Citadel and its powerful enemy syndicate, Manticore. Each series born from the world of Citadel stars top local talent and is created, produced, and filmed in region—bringing about stylistically unique shows with strong cultural identities rooted in their respective country of origin. The Italian Original, Citadel: Diana, is the second series to debut from the world of Citadel and is followed by India’s series, Citadel: Honey Bunny, starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha, launching on November 7, 2024. Season Two of Citadel, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas alongside Stanley Tucci and Lesley Manville, is in production, with Joe Russo serving as director.
 
ABOUT D2R Films
Founded by the trailblazing writer-director-producer duo Raj & DK, D2R Films is known for producing uniquely original content. Its rich portfolio includes the seminal global blockbuster series The Family Man, the most watched series, Farzi, and the cult Guns & Gulaabs. Popular for their quirky, new-age filmmaking, they have also created cult hit films like Go Goa Gone, Shor In The City, 99, and the blockbuster film, Stree. D2R Films strives to constantly elevate, enhance, and innovate distinct storytelling with universal appeal.
 
ABOUT AGBO
Established in 2017 by acclaimed directors Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO’s mission is to propel the next era of storytelling by developing and producing universe-driven intellectual properties that span film, TV, and interactive media. As a powerhouse independent studio founded and operated by a collective of artists with decades of experience, AGBO has consistently shattered audience records with its globally resonant content. In recent years, AGBO has achieved record-breaking success in both box office and streaming, setting new standards in global entertainment. The Russo Brothers and AGBO have had 11 No. 1 global openings, with over seven billion dollars in box office earnings, including Marvel’s highest-grossing film of all time, Avengers: Endgame. The AGBO-produced film, Everything Everywhere All at Once broke records by winning seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture in 2023. The Russo Brothers-directed film The Gray Man sits in the top six of Netflix's "most viewed of all time" list, and the Chris Hemsworth-starrer Extraction has become Netflix’s most successful franchise to date. Additionally, following its April 2023 release, the first season of Citadel became Amazon Prime Video’s second-most watched new original series outside the U.S. AGBO has just completed principal photography on the Amazon MGM film The Bluff, directed by Frank E. Flowers, and has commenced production on Citadel Season 2 in London, with Joe Russo directing. Netflix and AGBO are eagerly anticipating the 2025 release of the Russo Brothers-directed The Electric State, a retro-future adventure with an all-star cast headlined by Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, and Stanley Tucci. Recently announced this summer at San Diego Comic Con, AGBO will be producing, alongside Marvel, the Russo Brothers-directed films Avengers: Doomsday, set to release in May 2026, and Avengers: Secret Wars, set to release in May 2027.
 
About Prime Video
Prime Video is a one-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one application available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites American Fiction and The Boys in the Boat; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Federer; and programming from Prime Video add-on subscriptions such as Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles, including blockbusters such as Challengers and The Fall Guy, via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy content such as Jury Duty and Bosch: Legacy free with ads on Freevee. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.
 
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It is definitely safe to say that television fans everywhere were thoroughly intrigued when Prime Video announced that they were bringing to life, a grandiose story based upon the wildest heist to ever happen in human history. Because truly, it’s not every day you hear stories about people stealing maple syrup, but that is the focus of The Sticky, and it was such an amazing idea that we have been left wanting more from this story, to really get an idea of what it will be like.
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Thankfully, Prime Video has been happy to oblige in that arena, since they recently released more delectable treats from this series. Specifically, they dropped some updated details on the show, some wonderful key art and a trailer. Which finally informs us how unique a story this is going to be, and of course, Prime Video was kind enough to share such gifts with us so we can share them with you. So, you can properly prepare for the incredible story ahead, one that will leave no pancake unturned as it examines the stickiest heist in human history.

‘Prime Video today released the official trailer and key art for The Sticky, a fast-paced, dark comedy series from Blumhouse Television, inspired by a real-life heist that made global headlines in 2012, which saw more than $18 million worth of maple syrup stolen from Quebec's national reserves. From showrunners Brian Donovan and Ed Herro, The Sticky combines moments of culture-clash hilarity, edge-of-the-seat excitement and heartbreaking drama. All six episodes premiere on December 6 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories around the world.
 
The Sticky follows Ruth Landry (three-time Emmy Award winner Margo Martindale), a tough, middle-aged maple syrup farmer who turns to crime when the bureaucratic authorities threaten to take away everything she loves. She teams up with the hot-tempered Bostonian mobster (Chris Diamantopoulos), and a mild-mannered French-Canadian security guard (Guillaume Cyr) to carry out a multi-million-dollar heist on Quebec’s maple syrup surplus.
 
In the deliciously devious trailer, the unlikely trio of maple syrup thieves are introduced – as they evade the long arm of the law, create mayhem in their quest for liquid gold, and potentially dabble in murder. The trailer also delivers the first glimpse of legendary Oscar and Emmy Award winner Jamie Lee Curtis sinking her teeth into an unwavering, powerhouse guest starring role.
 
The Sticky is produced by Blumhouse Television, Jamie Lee Curtis’ Comet Pictures, Jonathan Levine’s Megamix and Sphere Media. Creators, executive producers, showrunners and writers are Brian Donovan and Ed Herro; executive producers Jonathan Levine and Gillian Bohrer for Megamix; Jamie Lee Curtis for Comet Pictures; Jason Blum, Chris Dickie, Jeremy Gold, and Chris McCumber, for Blumhouse Television; and Michael Dowse. Lauren Grant also serves as executive producer, along with Josée Vallée and Bruno Dubé for Sphere Media, Inc and associate producer Russell Goldman for Comet Pictures.
 
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Prime Video is a one-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one application available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can find their favourite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports, including Prime Monday Night Hockey – also Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher and The Boys, and exclusive entertainment such as Prime Monday Night Hockey, WNBA, ONE Championship; and programming from channels such as Sportsnet, TSN, Paramount+, Crave, Citytv+, STARZ, AMC+, Super Channel, BritBox, Hayu, STACKTV, a multi-channel service featuring 16 top-tier networks (Global, Food Network Canada, HGTV Canada, W Network, The HISTORY® Channel, Adult Swim, Lifetime, Slice, Showcase, National Geographic, Cartoon Network, Treehouse, YTV,  Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney XD), via Prime Video Channels add-on subscriptions. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favourite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit,  www.primevideo.com.’

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Seven of ‘Midnight Family’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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It is definitely safe to say that fans of the magnificent Apple TV+ series, Midnight Family, had quite the question hanging over their head after last week’s episode. Specifically… what was going to become of Marigaby? Because she was deeply rattled by the death of Nallely, and clearly had crossed a threshold as a medical professional. Because now emotion was thrown into the mix and that is indeed problematic and a reason that they try to teach doctors and paramedics to keep a level head and well, as it turned out… sour days lie ahead for Gaby following that harrowing death, and they came to bear in the next episode of this incredible show.

Simply because ‘Goodbyes’ saw Gaby struggling badly with Nallely’s death, to the point where she was not herself. For at school, she was missing tests and class as she poured over the case notes and every possibility of what could have happened to her patient, and she was equally as chippy on the ambulance. To the point where she snapped when a YouTube prank star pushed the wrong buttons when he manipulated his way onto the truck. Because she was simply furious that he made an attempt to use an ambulance in that manner and went so far as to inflict pain when applicable and well, things only fell to pieces further from there. 

Mainly because at one point, they were called to a job involving a woman that was severely mentally ill. In fact, she was so out of sorts that she outright forgot to care for her sick son, allowing for him to expire, and that led to chaos on the truck. Since they had to transport this ailing mother across town to the only facility that would take someone in her state. But on the way, she caused trouble and damaged the truck, and of course… the family received no money for this job or the other one and that added to Gaby’s stress and pushed her to isolate further. To the point where she was finally able to figure out what went wrong with Nallely’s passing and that led to the most stunning moment of the episode, one that might change the course of the season.

Because she truly believed that Nallely’s death, was her fault. For she missed the warning signs present in her chart, she ignored the core symptoms that spoke to a slow and painful brain bleed. So, since she was the doctor, this was all on her and that broke her. Broke her confidence and led her to believe that she was no longer qualified to do any of this. Which in turn, prompted her to call her brother and let him know, she was done. No more truck, no more late nights. No more Doctor Tamayo. Which was shocking to say the least. Because Gaby loved this work the most, and it just did not seem like her to do this and it does leave one to wonder what lie ahead for her. 

For she is deeply hurting right now, and not thinking straight. Thankfully though, Bernarndo pointed out when she rushed him with raw emotion and passion and tears over what happened, it wasn’t her fault. There were no reasons to look for this injury, and no reason to hold herself accountable for that which was out of her control. But she simply cannot hear that in the moment and that led to a powerful episode. One that truly showcased what can happen when a doctor or a paramedic does not draw the line emotionally, and it has us eager to see what comes next in this story. Because Gaby is a brilliant doctor and she is one of the best paramedics on the road, and hopefully she finds clarity before making a critical career mistake. Until next time.

​Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Six of ‘Where’s Wanda?’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.

It is definitely safe to say, that fans of the delightful new Apple TV+ comedy, Where’s Wanda?, have had quite the worry hanging over their head. Specifically, regarding Carlotta and Dedo. Because they’ve started to fall to pieces, and they’ve started to drift apart and that’s just not something we can stomach. Because they’re a loving and good couple, flawed sure, but who isn’t? And they deserve a chance to find some measure of happiness regardless of what is currently going on in their lives, and well… those worries only grew during the next episode of this magnificent series. Simply because ‘The Küchlers’ saw them at their breaking point.

After all, they were trapped in the shelter and dealing with terrified preppers and they in turn were terrified and unsure if they were going to survive. So that seemed like the right time… to let loose. To be honest and say what needed to be said about the past few months, the past few years, everything. Which was hard to see happen. But necessary. Because they needed to know where they stood with one another and if they had a future together. And while we were indeed worried their love might collapse in the midst of trying to keep the family together, what mattered was that honesty would determine the future. But we still wanted to see them thrive, survive, and overcome this tough time.

Thankfully, the show let us know… they would. Because that honesty allowed for apologies to come forth, for understanding to come forth, and they came to realize they were stronger together and should stay together. Which also brought forth the most awkward love scene ever, because well, you watched… you know. But what mattered most was that they were let go, because the mother of this prepper family, looked them up and understood their mistake and their desperation and gave them a fighting chance. Wherein they decided that perhaps a new path needed to take place, and perhaps acceptance that Wanda might be gone, needed to take place. 

But ironically, there was no need for that. Because we also caught up with Wanda in this story, and we learned that after some real friction between her and Chris they came to an understanding. In that, she had to stay away from Lukas because he was out to kill her, and Chris would keep her safe and together they would work on figuring out how to bring Lukas to justice so she could be free. So, for months now, she’s been living in that basement, working to put together the pieces regarding the King to finally see her family again, and well… that will be complicated going forward. Since the Lukas incident forced her and Chris to escape into the night and into the unknown.
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All of which brought forth another incredible episode from this series. For this one was endearing and moving, and really allowed for a couple in crisis to finally confront that crisis and work toward something better. Not to mention, it was handled in a unique and creative manner, one that allowed for laughs and offered up plenty for us to learn. But what matters most is that at last, the Klatts are unified, and ready to wait out the worst-case scenario that may not come. Since we know their daughter is alright and, on the run, and now it all comes down to how on Earth she can uncover the King and his machinations so she can go home at last and resume her life. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 204 of ‘Shrinking’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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There is an interesting trap that we all walk into when we start our healing journey. In that, we believe that because we are going through therapy or doing the work needed to heal, that we are in a way… ready to handle anything. Because with our therapist and our new skill set at our side, nothing can rattle or shake us. We’ve got this, and well… that’s not quite right. For are in the process of healing, of learning those skills so that in the future we are ready. But thinking we are good to go can be problematic, and it can set us up for a fall, and thrust us into a storm, and that sense of invincibility was put on display in the next episode of Shrinking on Apple TV+.

A feat that ‘Made You Look’ accomplished primarily through Jimmy and Sean. Who are truly in the midst of their healing journey but think they are further along. To the point where Sean didn’t fight all that much harder to get Liz back on the truck. He just rolled with it and hoped the for the best because he thought he had the skill set present to make magic happen. But his dad’s woeful lack of understanding of his condition and the fury of hearing about how his father failed him, kept pushing Sean to the brink. To the point where Jimmy had to step in, in unique ways to keep him calm. But Sean truly thought nothing was wrong, because he was in therapy, and he had support… so of course he could make it.

Which brings us to Jimmy’s journey. Because in this particular tale, he continued to ignore his own pain and he continued to not think about the fact that his wife’s killer was hovering about, trying to make amends. He just stayed the course, thinking he was in a good place before Louis arrived, so now was the time to let it ride. But alas, that just meant Jimmy was oblivious to the fact that he needed to do the work, and oblivious to how he was starting to slip back into old habits himself. Such as advising Sean and getting him to open up. All of which also spoke to how these two felt a sense of invincibility because they started the journey, when they still had so much work to accomplish to find the peace they so desperately needed. 

Not to mention, Gaby’s desire to be free of connection and emotion for a bit, led to struggles untold. Since she kept dodging an opportunity to date someone that she deeply connected with, and she missed out on important family news. And Alice of course, battled her mistakes and her pain as only she knew how, alone. Because her father wasn’t there yet. If anything, the only plot thread that wasn’t concerning here was Brian’s quest to understand fatherhood since there was talk of starting a family. But otherwise, there was trouble brewing here. Because everyone else thought they were far enough ahead when they were not, and that sense of invincibility really did brew a storm. One that even Paul acknowledged was on the horizon, as he battled through memory issues and writing problems because of his own affliction.

Which made for another bittersweet episode. One that reminded us of how complex the healing journey is and how hard it is. Because we make mistakes as we work to heal, and we stick with this kind of thinking, simply because we want that peace, and we want a normal life again. But a storm is coming, plain and simple, and it may relate to the keystone of this mess, since he was within inches of knocking on Jimmy’s door, and it will be interesting to see what the storm looks like when it arrives, and how these flawed individuals will handle it and pick up the pieces. As season two of this brilliant series, continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 204 of ‘The Irrational’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.

If there is one particular emotion that truly makes us do irrational things, that The Irrational on NBC has explored on several occasions, it would be love, and rightfully so. Because love really does shake us up and make us take part in wild acts. Some of them are good, albeit horribly embarrassing and silly. While others… can be in that grey area or scary. If we have to say… do something brave to keep our lover safe, such as when Alec risked his own life to keep Rose safe, and the rest… are certainly bad. Because love can prompt us to hurt people emotionally or physically, if our heart so deems it and that particular aspect of it is top of mind today since that was put on full display in the next episode of the show.

A feat that ‘Formal Ties’ accomplished by bringing Professor Mercer and Riz to a diplomatic wedding at the Italian Embassy. Which took place there because it harbored a powerful Romanian fugitive, named Cosmo, who sought asylum there, and well, if he left the compound, he would be extradited so the wedding had to happen within its walls. Which seemed to be the only major hiccup for what looked to be an innocuous evening. One where Riz was eager to use this event to learn about non-verbal cues and for Alec, it was going to be an evening of catchup and relaxation. Since Marisa dropped by in an effort to just have a nice night out free from FBI stuff, so she could ponder upon whether or not she was taking that promotion. But alas, this was not to be the sweet evening that everyone hoped for.

Simply because a guest died from a food allergy mix-up and that opened the doorway to an assassin sneaking in. Who went after Cosmo hard. Which of course, prompted our heroes to spring into action and take part in a fascinating murder mystery complete with secret passages and a genuine whodunit. One that eventually came down… to love. Because Riz came to learn that the Italian Ambassador and his closest male aide were a couple, through those non-verbal clues no less. And well, it was that aide that was responsible for the chaos. For he thought his love was nearing the end of his term, and that the exit of Cosmo would allow for that to happen. But he learned Cosmo was staying and that his love was thinking more and more about staying in government, even if that involved getting into a heterosexual marriage. So… he panicked, thinking he would lose his other half… and acted brutally, out of the belief that somehow that the end of Cosmo would keep his relationship afloat.

Which spoke deeply to how… love simply makes us do crazy and ugly things sometimes. Especially if we think we are going to be denied it, and jilted lovers have before… caused harm to others in the desperate hope they will be seen again, loved again because of how badly they crave what it gives them. Which was a fine lesson for certain, one that was broken up in this story by more growth for others. Since Phoebe worked with Kylie to find courage to do what she knew would be tough, which was to turn her professor in. Thankfully Kylie discovering the professor was laundering grant money in addition to stealing student’s work helped Phoebe to make the call. Plus, Marisa finally realized… that if she became the boss, she would lose out on field work, and she could not have that. So, she passed on the promotion for now and opted to be where she worked best.
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Which showcased that Phoebe is becoming a bolder and stronger person, that Kylie is becoming a leader in her own right and Marisa… knows where she wants to be right now. All of which added to a refreshing and fun episode. One that once again, surprised us. Because normally, there is a structure to this show and the cases our heroes’ work. Which is not a bad thing, because we love that setup. But this… this felt like an old school detective story. Complete with a grandiose setting and minimal resources available to the gumshoes, and that was just a real treat. Mainly because it led to an engaging mystery. One that really did let our trio shine with their detection skills and intelligence and well, all this episode does, is leave us eager to see, what other kinds of surprise episodes lie ahead as season one of this magnificent show continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for the Series Premiere of ‘You Would Do It Too (Tú También lo Harías)’.

We are taught from a very early age, that everything about the justice system is supremely black and white. Wherein the police are the good guys and will always do whatever it takes to protect us from the bad guys. Who are always eager to cause harm and will stop at nothing to do so, and their ranks include anyone that chooses to commit a crime, regardless of the circumstances. And they will of course, be caught and go to jail because our justice system is sound, and we hold to this so tightly that we believe it for years on end and it serves as the structure for most of our crime themed entertainment. To reinforce the point.

But what’s fascinating is that we learn quickly in adulthood, that such lessons are nonsense. For not all police officers have the interests of the public and the innocent at heart, and that injustices run rampant all the time through a system that needs reform. Plus, we also learn that bad guys in the traditional sense aren’t the constant. For there are people that break the law to feed their families, and some become heroes by breaking the law through vigilante acts. Which are truths we are now seeing come to light in popular media instead, and it just so happens… that Apple TV+ is home to a series that truly reflects this and uses that truth to present us with a fascinating case. 
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Which are feats that You Would Do It Too (Tú También lo Harías) accomplish in ‘Three Dead on a Bus’ and ‘Pact of Silence’, by plunging us into the midst of a stunning crime. Wherein we meet Officers Fran Garza and Rebeca Quirós as they arrive at quite the call. For three people on this night, worked to rob everyone on a bus, and they were mostly successful. Since they managed to steal everyone’s bank information and personal devices. But in a grand twist, the three robbers on the bus, are the only dead individuals in this heist. Mainly because eyewitness accounts inform the police that a guardian angel was on this bus. One that took those monsters out before escaping with their gear, presumably to get them their money back. 

A strange reality that forces this duo to push the witnesses like never before to fess up as to who the good Samaritan was on the bus, to no avail. For they believe that he committed no crime. He stepped up when no one else would and deserves awe for that over punishment. But the police of course, disagree and are eager to bring everyone involved to justice, no matter the cost and what comes next… will be an intense cat and mouse game to find the shooter and piece together who happens to be in charge of stealing all that money, in a story that is clearly grounded… in the grey over anything else. Which is a plot that gives rise to a breathtaking story that is full of surprises, and where nothing is what it seems.
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Courtesy of the fact that no one is inherently good in this story, nor are they evil. They are just people, struggling to figure out balance in this story, to no avail in these opening two episodes. Since those stolen from really want the police to leave their hero alone since he did nothing but stand up for them. Not to mention they are traumatized and scared and want their peace. Not to mention, the police, or at least Rebeca, are hell bent on justice and eager to use scare tactics to get there. Which does bring about a story that plays at all sides of the equation and never once lets us know if there are heroes in this story or not. We merely know that this is a tale grounded in chaos and a brutal crime.

Which brings forth, a brilliant series premiere. One that truly shatters all the tropes and all the norms to bring us a story grounded deeply in reality. Because there are people out there some would rather see walk than face trial for the heroic yet criminal things they’ve done and there are cops like Rebeca out there. Eager to scare the hell out of people to close a case. But above all, we are now in the midst of a fast-paced, intelligent story that in its first two episodes, offers more questions than answers. To compel us to continue the journey and see how this unfolds and learn all the facts, and it will indeed be interesting to see what lie ahead in the grey as this magnificent new series rolls on. Until next time.

There is a fascinating belief in our world. In that, when we achieve our dreams, we expect it to be a very special and memorable day. One where the sun shines bright, for there isn’t a cloud in the sky. Where the air is clean and crisp and where we feel in the pit of our belly… that today is the day our lives will forever change for the better. Because this is the day we start that dream job, or that paycheck comes from our agent or manager or big business we signed with, and everything will just… be dreamy. Also of course, it will be filled with tears and reflection, and hugs and joy. Because at long last, the finish line was crossed, heaven awaits and well… like it or not… this belief is nothing more than a pipe dream through and through.
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Because it will in fact, be another day. After all, if we are going to the dream job, we still have to get up and do the morning rigamarole. We still have to drive there. And of course, that check is going to bills, plain and simple. Granted, some of it will be dreamy, some of it will be surreal, and that is what we hold onto. But life doesn’t end because we became a writer, or an actor, or the top salesperson at the office. Our problems still wait us, we still have things to deal with that annoy, and well… that is why the season one finale of Heels is powerful and so poignant. Because it outright puts that on display in a manner that is frank, and yet beautiful and joyous. Reflecting the roller-coaster of emotions that we experience when we cross over into a new world, and ‘Double Turn’ accomplished this… by taking its time to get to the big moment.

For in this episode, the State Fair was looming, and everyone was preparing for it in unique ways, in ways that quite frankly, spoke to why we hold the dream in such high regard. Because we want success to make us better, to make us open to being more. Which was why Ace played nice and made amends for a change, and why Wild Bill brought Crystal into the fold. To share that good vibe because the DWL was about to hit paydirt. But of course… there were still issues lingering. Such as the fact that Jack’s marriage was on the rocks in this tale and the truth was out about what he did to his brother with the Kleenex gag, and none of that was going away. Life was still chugging along, and those issues hung heavy over a moment of celebration.

Because they had to be resolved, and Jack had to tell Ace, and that led… to a big night at the fair, that felt… painfully real. Where Jack had to suck it up, feed the power of the dream to others and get on with the show. Which of course, had its disasters and that too was reflective of real life. Because even when you reach your dream, bad days happen, mistakes are made, and struggles arise. It’s how we overcome them in the moment that matters, that make us feel as though we can continue and embrace this new life. Which all came forth in the midst of the main match when Gully worked to send it sideways. But Jack pivoted and gave Crystal much deserved glory and recognition and just like that… the dream came true. In a messy manner, but birth is violent, plain and simple. All of which may make it seem as though our big day is sour and understand that’s not the case. Because it is a big deal, and it is one that we forever remember and cherish. But one cannot expect there to be a parade and confetti, one must just… soak up the reality that the mission was accomplished and get right to it and celebrate properly when the time is right.
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If anything, this episode deserves a standing ovation, for pointing all of this out and doing so in a manner that is relatable. Through Jack, really. Because he really did go through it here and really showcased every point to a tee, and all the ups and downs of that big day when we cross over into something new, and that really deserves more recognition and merit. Because that’s perhaps one of the most relatable and real journeys we’ve ever seen on television, and Stephen Amell deserves a standing ovation as well for selling it in the manner he does, as does the rest of the cast. Because they sell the gravity of this day, the weight of it and the joy of it and everything in between with such ease and such majesty. All of which makes for an emotional tale where you are rooting for the DWL from start to finish.

But more importantly, a season long examination on what it means to chase one’s dream came to a close in a perfect manner. By bringing the dream home in the imperfect way in which it happens. After all, it even pointed out how sometimes… we go it alone on our big day, like Staci did here. Which just reminds us, of how relatable and human this show is, how great its writing is, which thanks again to Mike O’Malley for shepherding this season to its beautiful completion, and we are reminded here of just how damn good this show is. Because this is just, breathtaking television through and through, and well, now that we’ve closed the chapter on this journey… we get to explore more. About how we maintain what we have stepped into and what healing looks like, when we dive into season two of this magnificent and meaningful series. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Six of ‘Brilliant Minds’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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It is downright fascinating, how we view mental health. Because not only do we still do our best collectively to keep discussions of it in the dark, in any capacity, but we also… see it as separate to our standard health. As though it should be handled differently because it has no impact or relation to what we normally deal with when it comes to our bodies. Which may explain why as a society, we can get treatment for a sprained anything immediately but have to wait weeks for a psychological appointment. Because we can ‘deal’ with a mental problem and well, we simply have to stop putting mental health on the backburner, plain and simple.

Because it has a massive impact upon our lives. Depression for instance, can cause physical impact upon us, and so can grief and anxiety and just about everything in between. To the point where we will need extensive care if it lingers long enough and that is why this week’s episode of Brilliant Minds needs to be celebrated. Simply because it showcased this reality in a supremely unique manner. For ‘The Girl Who Cried Pregnancy’ saw Dr. Wolf and his associates deal with a stunning case of a psychogenic epidemic, which was once known as ‘mass hysteria’. Wherein a group of teenage girls believed they were pregnant. When in fact, they were not. They simply showed symptoms of pregnancy and well, it was up to the Doc and his amazing team to uncover why. 

Which was no easy task. Because there were no solid triggers that the team could easily ascertain at first. For they went to school like normal, led mostly normal lives. The only thing that came up of concern, was the fact that they worked to be in a coven of sorts, and this coven did make a pact to get pregnant. But even that, wasn’t enough to solidify a root cause, but eventually. It revealed itself. In that, a long-term friend of theirs WAS pregnant, and she left school and that was traumatic for the girls. For they dealt with sudden change, sudden loss, and a loss of innocence to boot. Prompting them to cope, and that had an impact on their bodies, and this was… a wild but impactful way to explore that central theme. That mental health and physical health are synonymous and need to be treated as such always. So, both halves can heal. 

Which made for a fascinating episode for certain, one that made sure to offer more than just the central story, as is oft the case here. Except this go round, the extra moments revolved around the team and Dr. Wolf. Wherein we came to learn Dana has some trauma in her past that she still struggles with now and again, and that trauma is also why Dr. Wolf isolates himself so. For all that his father did to him in his youth, has left him believing he is at fault for so many things, and he is a failure of sorts, even though he is obviously not. But that too… speaks to the impact of trauma and hopefully Dana can continue to heal, and Wolf gets to heal as well, since he may have finally found a deep connection with someone in this life, courtesy of the high school principal he helped out in this tale, and he deserves joy and connection like anyone else.  

But while we wait to see what that journey looks like; we can celebrate one amazing tale from one amazing series. One that also offered up good news for John Doe since he is now part of that trial. Courtesy of Dr. Pierce’s amazing assist and truly… this just was a delightful, and well-written episode that informed us of the importance of maintaining our mental health the same way we should our physical health. Since it is indeed just as important and neglecting it has the same impact as walking on a sprained ankle for too long, and it will be delightful to see this show continue to lead the charge in having these kinds of discussions on television. Because this one understands the need to speak up on important matters, and it will be interesting to see what other bold statements and lessons awaits us as season one continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for the Season One Finale of ‘The Chicken Sisters’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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One particular aspect of visual stories that focus on healing that is genuinely interesting, is how few of them show what happens… when you finally heal. They just offer up title cards that speak to better days for the characters. Or they just make it clear that joy has come to their life, and we can just fade to black and move on. As though what comes next, doesn’t matter. All that matters is that you hit the finish line, and well, that’s just odd. Because it’s a huge deal when we heal, and it’s a huge deal that life is better when we do. Because it brings forth so much wonder, so much joy and that is why the season finale of The Chicken Sisters on Hallmark+ is of note.

Because ‘The Best Chicken in Town, Y’all!’ took the time to finally showcase what comes after. Courtesy of a story that helped everyone learn some truth about the family’s past, and where… everyone came to realize that the present was unsustainable. For Amanda and Nancy came to realize that Frank Jr. represented the worst parts of their family, and a surprise phone call to Mae, one where she was asked to return to her show… helped her realize that she didn’t need to hide behind that anymore. She needed to be true to her family, true to her roots, and well… more awful shenanigans from Frank Jr. brought forth quite the surprise. Wherein everyone sided with Gus and formed a new business entity, the Chicken Sisters.

Which allowed for them to make some of their finest chicken ever and start thinking about tomorrow, as a family. As people who worked together and believed in one another and that’s what healing provides. It provides happiness, clarity, and unity if needed. The kind that you use to atone for the guilt in your heart, to replace it with fulfillment, and that is so powerful… that nothing can ruin it. Not even say, losing Kitchen Clash. Because sadly, good ol’ fashioned misogyny helped Frank Jr. win the whole prize. But the Chicken Sisters cared not. They found something more valuable, more powerful, and that allowed for a new chapter to come forth because they healed, because they came together and supported one another instead of backing away. 

Not to mention, they garnered a local sponsor and were able to set up for a new franchise. Which was good, because Mr. Chicken and Frank Jr. were preparing their own restaurant to take over the town. But they also… found so much more. Since Nancy found peace and opened her heart to love again, and Mae found her way home, with her fiancé no less. And Frankie found her future and Gus finally found her family. Giving rise to a beautiful ending. One that offered up the complete ending for healing. Because once we get there, once we settle in, we move into our next chapter. Where the days are filled with peace, and while the next chapter sometimes requires a little more, as was the case with Amanda, she was there none the less.

All of which gave rise to a satisfying season finale. One that wrapped everything up nicely and truly took the characters on a fulfilling journey. Well, save for Frank Jr. Who continued to ride in darkness. But some people do that too, and that is the way of things. But what matters most here, is that this family, found a way forward, found a way to heal. Through understanding, honesty, and care, and that’s all that matters. Because that’s what we entered into this journey to see, and now that they are united and feeling better, we can turn our attention to fighting their new nemesis, to thrive in a second season, and hopefully this show gets it. So, we can enjoy more of this refreshing saga, and all the wonderful growth it puts forth.