Spoiler-Free Review of “Sirens” on Netflix: A Guilty Pleasure Beach Thriller

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“It REALLY seems like a cult…”

Sirens premiered on Netflix on May 22nd 2025 with all five episodes available to stream now. The limited dark comedy thriller series stars Julianne Moore, Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, Kevin Bacon, Glenn Howerton, and Felix Solis. Each episode is approximately 55-58 minutes.

Devon is concerned about her sister’s odd relationship with her boss, tracking her down at a lavish mansion on an island to get some answers.

Here is the trailer:

Sirens is a soapy and odd thriller with nods at Desperate Housewives, Revenge, and Big Little Lies, but does it do enough to be worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Meghann Fahy is one to watch!

I have been becoming a big fan of her lately. I’ve seen her pop up on a few shows before and I recently just watched her in DROP, which I absolutely loved.

This was an all-star cast and Meghann Fahy really stole the show with her convincing performance. Her character was fantastic and I loved her dry, dark humor. It really helped elevate this show for me in a lot of ways.

Julianne Moore was terrific as well.

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Gorgeous setting.

If you’re looking for a soapy show with beach vibes for the summer, you’re in luck. This one definitely checked off all of those boxes for me. The mansion was beautiful. I loved the use of color and light here. Everything was just breathtakingly beautiful, offsetting some disturbing things going on within the property.

I love soapy guilty pleasure thrillers and this one reminded me of a few other shows that I have really enjoyed with some unexpected twists along the way.

I also loved that this was only five episodes. It made it a breeze to binge-watch over the weekend.

The Cons:

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Weird and bonkers plot…

Don’t get me wrong…I was hooked all the same, but this show went off into several different directions. It was really strange at times, but somehow I was still there for it. Everything just felt very jam-packed and chaotic during certain key moments.

The ending threw me for a loop. It was certainly unexpected, but it also left me with some mixed feelings at the end.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

SIRENS is an addicting and unique watch. There were some strange things going on here, but I was here for it!

If you’re looking for a quick, guilty pleasure watch, I’d recommend adding this one to your list.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on SIRENS in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Another Simple Favor” on Prime Video: A Gorgeous, but Unnecessary Sequel

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“Let me fill you in on how we got here…”

Another Simple Favor released on Prime Video on May 1st 2025. A sequel to the 2018 film, the dark comedy thriller stars Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Henry Golding, Michele Morrone, and Allison Janney. It runs for approximately two hours.

Stephanie reluctantly agrees to be Emily’s maid of honor, traveling to Capri for an elaborate wedding, but she finds herself caught up in a dangerous scheme for revenge.

Here is the trailer:

Another Simple Favor tries to channel the quirky dark charm of the first movie with a layered mystery, but does it do enough to earn a watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Incredible fashion to compliment a beautiful scenery!

I loved Blake Lively’s wardrobe in the first movie and of course I had high expectations for the sequel. The film did not disappoint in the fashion department. All of Blake Lively’s outfits were to die for! They took my breath away. Wow!

I also loved the setting. This movie was definitely aesthetically pleasing.

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Fun seeing Anna and Blake on screen together again!

While the banter wasn’t quite the same this time around, I still enjoyed seeing these two back together on screen. There were some fun moments sprinkled in and I think they both did the best they could with what they were given.

The Cons:

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Over-complicated things…

Where do I start? Well, this movie felt very forced to me. The humor didn’t land the way it did with the first movie. It just felt like they were trying too hard to capture the essence of the original film, but it didn’t feel very genuine.

The mystery didn’t hook me either, which was disappointing, and the reveals were beyond silly and all over the place.

So am I in or out?

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I’m 50/50 on this one…

Another Simple Favor felt like a scrapped season of The White Lotus, but there were some guilty pleasure elements and noteworthy fashion to indulge in. 

Overall, this film seemed very messy and unsure of its direction and I don’t think it was needed.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Another Simple Favor in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

CHECKING OUT WAS NEVER AN OPTION…

A weekend getaway goes horribly wrong when Charlotte suspects that a guest at her bed-and-breakfast has gone missing. A heart-pounding thriller that will keep you guessing until the end. We Hope You Enjoy Your Stay is available below! I hope you enjoy!

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Spoiler-Free Review of “The Substance” on Demand: Be Careful What You Wish For…

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“Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself?”

The Substance premiered in theaters on September 20th 2024 and is now available to stream on demand (and on MUBI) as of October 31st 2024. The sci-fi body horror film (written and directed by Coralie Fargeat) stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid. It runs for approximately two hours and twenty minutes.

After turning 50, a celebrity fitness instructor is devastated after her boss fires her. Opportunity knocks when a laboratory offers her a new drug that will transform her into a more vibrant version of herself, but it leads to unexpected side effects.

Here is the trailer:

The Substance is a shocking and gruesome watch elevated by a brilliant performance by Demi Moore. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Demi Moore goes all out in the best way possible!

I heard that she was spectacular in this and she did not disappoint. I was blown away by her performance. This was a very different role for her, but she knocked it out of the park. I think people will be talking about this performance for a long time.

Margaret Qualley did a great job too and is really making a name for herself in the horror genre. 

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Intriguing satire.

The message behind the film about vanity and the unfair standards women are held to really resonated with me. I thought this was all presented in a clever and unique way. I credit that to the wonderful Coralie Fargeat, who wrote and directed one of my favorite “good for her” films, Revenge, back in 2017. Her risks keep paying off and I can’t wait to see what she creates next.

The Cons:

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Extreme body horror.

If that’s your jam, then you will LOVE this film. It was probably the grossest film I’ve ever watched. For me personally, I’m not into this level of body horror. It was uncomfortable and disgusting, but I’m not going to fault this film for going all out here. It just wasn’t for me.

I also thought the film was a touch too long.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

The Substance is a bold and stomach-turning watch that demands and deserves attention.

This film was unlike anything else I’ve seen before, making this an interesting viewing experience overall.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on The Substance in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

This competition is killer…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Sweetpea” on Starz: Don’t Mess with Ella Purnell!

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“People I’d love to kill…”

Sweetpea released on Starz on October 10th 2024 with its first episode. The dark comedy drama series stars Ella Purnell, Calam Lynch, Leah Harvey, and Nicôle Lecky. There will be six episodes in total that will air weekly. Each episode is approximately 42-45 minutes.

Rhiannon is tired of people constantly dismissing her and acting like she doesn’t exist, but after going through a family trauma, she decides that she’s done being pushed around, leading her down a path of revenge and murder.

Here is the trailer:

Sweetpea starts off with killer potential, bringing us some dark humor that actually lands and an electric lead to root for. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Ella Purnell shines!

I’m already a fan of hers and she takes things to the next level with this new role. In a lot of ways, this series sort of reminds me of a female spin on Dexter or You. Her character is at a breaking point, but she’s also really relatable. I actually found her voice-over narration funny and fresh, which is not easy to nail so early in a series. I’m looking forward to seeing her spiral down a darker path in the next episodes, but so far I am already adoring her character!

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Easy to watch.

Lately, it seems like I have to put a lot of effort into new shows. This isn’t always the case, but I love it when a series starts out with effortless fun. I’m hooked already and I can’t wait to tune in to the next episodes. There is a nice balance here of dark humor, drama, and some bloody violence for good measure. This series is checking off everything I look for in a series nicely, which is fantastic to see!

The Cons:

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One scene I could do without…

There will be no spoilers in this review, but there was one scene that didn’t sit well with me. Other than that, I’m in with no other cons to note.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

Sweetpea has everything I want from a series and more! Ella Purnell is bloody charming and so exciting to watch in this.

I can’t wait to watch the next episodes!

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Sweetpea in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

THIS COMPETITION IS KILLER…

When former friends, Shay and Adriana team up to participate in a Halloween scavenger hunt with a cash prize, they temporarily put their differences aside to outsmart their opponents. However, they soon start to realize that a dangerous threat is playing their own version of the game, stalking them during each hunt.

Winning is now a necessity as their lives are at stake. As old wounds and memories re-surface, Shay and Adriana attempt to unmask the threat before the night is over, but soon learn that Scream Hunt is not done with them just yet…

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Oddity” in Theaters: A Terrifying and Twisted Gem!

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“We are connected…”

Oddity premiered in limited theaters on July 19th 2024 and is now available to watch on demand as of August 21st 2024. The supernatural mystery horror film stars Carolyn Bracken, Gwilym Lee, Caroline Menton, Tadhg Murphy, and Steve Wall. It runs for approximately an hour and thirty-eight minutes.

After the brutal murder of her twin sister, Darcy is determined to get revenge on those responsible by using haunted items.

Here is the trailer:

Oddity lures us into a compelling mystery with some terrifying moments weaved into the plot. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Chilling opening scene…

The opening scene draws you in completely without wasting time with unnecessary fluff. It was so eerie and I have a feeling it will give me quite a few nightmares in the future. This really set the tone for the rest of the film, effectively reeling its audience into an intriguing and eerie mystery.

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Genuinely scary!

I haven’t jumped like this in a really long time! There were quite a few spine-tingling moments in this one that had me on the edge of my seat. It was quite refreshing to see some organic scares that didn’t feel cheesy or forced by any means. They just worked naturally with the plot of the story, enhancing my viewing experience that much more.

The Cons:

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Slower parts at times.

I wouldn’t say that this was a major con and it didn’t take away from the overall impact of the film by any means. We started off with such a bang so it made sense for things to slow down a little bit after this. It still built up enough intensity leading to the reveals and I have to say that I was thoroughly impressed by that ending. Well done!

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!!

Oddity is a cleverly made horror film that unleashes some frightening moments upon its audience, never letting us off the hook.

This film exceeded my expectations and then some! I’m not sure that I’ll be sleeping for a while though…

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Oddity in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Cinderella’s Revenge” on Demand: A Slasher Fairy-Tale that’s more Confusing than Campy…

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“This girl needs to go to a ball…”

Cinderella’s Revenge is a slasher horror retelling of Cinderella. It had a limited theatrical release on April 26th 2024 and is now available to stream on demand as of May 28th 2024. It stars Natasha Henstridge, Lauren Staerck, Stephanie Lodge, Megan Purvis, and Beatrice Fletcher. It runs for an hour and twenty-five minutes.

After Cinderella is pushed too hard by her stepmother and stepsisters, she seeks out assistance from her fairy godmother on how to get bloody revenge on them all.

Here is the trailer:


Cinderella’s Revenge attempts to give us a slasher spin on the classic fairy-tale, but does it do enough to earn a watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Natasha Henstridge is a wicked fun fairy godmother!

OK, she was the one good part of this film. She was the only one who showed off any real acting skills and she lightened up the tone a lot, giving me a few moments of fun to relish in. I’m not sure why she signed on to this movie, but her presence certainly helped it. Just not enough…

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The slasher adaptation had potential.

It took way too long to get to the slasher side of things, but we had some potential with this premise and a couple of bloody fun kills. I’m all for turning fairy-tales into horror films because they already dabble in this genre in many of the original stories. The intention was certainly there, but it just didn’t translate well as a whole.

The Cons:

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By the numbers for the first half.

It honestly felt like I was just watching a really bad reenactment for the first half of this movie. The story followed the fairy-tale events almost exactly. This would have been fine, but it was excruciating to sit through. The acting was horrendous and the execution was flat and boring. Things turned around at the forty-five minute mark, but it was too late at this point.

Too many random and odd choices.

This film thought it was a lot more clever than it actually was. It took itself way too seriously at times and some of the updates to the classic story were beyond ridiculous. I’m also not sure what was with the random gratuitous sex scenes. They just felt really out of place and awkward. I almost thought I started another movie without realizing it.

So am I in or out?

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Unfortunately I’m out on this one…

Cinderella’s Revenge needed to go full camp and it definitely needed more Natasha Henstridge to truly deliver on its premise.

I really wanted to like this movie and I love low-budget slasher films, but this one seemed very confused about its actual intention, making this a puzzling and frustrating watch overall.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts on Cinderella’s Revenge in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” in Theaters: Revenge Looks Good on Anya Taylor-Joy!

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“Promise me you’ll find your way home…”

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is a post-apocalyptic action film in the Mad Max franchise. It is a prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road. Furiosa released on May 24th 2024. The film stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke, and Charlee Fraser. It runs for two hours and twenty-eight minutes.

After being abducted as a child by a warlord named Dementus, Furiosa finds herself caught up in a never-ending battle as she tries to find her way home while seeking revenge on the person who took everything from her.

Here is the trailer:

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga gives us a layered prequel filled with plenty of fantastic moments, along with some gorgeous cinematography and two top-notch performances. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Anya Taylor-Joy is perfection!

She never disappoints and she exceeded my expectations in this film. She was so captivating to watch. The actress who played the young Furiosa did a great job as well and I thought that Chris Hemsworth transformed himself into an almost unrecognizable villain, making him a worthy foe.

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Seamless balance of story-telling and action!

I thought this was executed exceptionally well. The story was so interesting and it really built so many important and necessary layers for Furiosa, which made this a satisfying prequel. The cinematography complimented the overall vibe so well and I felt like I was transported to another place and time.

Plus, we got plenty of action to keep up with Fury Road.

The Cons:

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On the longer side…

I really don’t have many cons for this film. I’m not a fan of movies that run over two hours, but everything in this one needed to be fleshed out so I’m not really complaining here. The film still held my attention the entire time.

I wouldn’t say that this film was as good as Fury Road, but it definitely held its own.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!

Furiosa is a satisfying revenge prequel that is brilliantly executed on the big screen.

Anya Taylor-Joy delivers a powerful performance worth talking about!

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts on Furiosa in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Boy Kills World” in Theaters: Bill Skarsgård Shines in this Bloody, Brutal & Bonkers Action-Thriller!

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“Show me the way…”

Boy Kills World is an action-thriller film that premiered on April 26th 2024. The film stars Bill Skarsgård, Jessica Rothe, Famke Janssen, Andrew Koji, and H. Jon Benjamin. It runs for approximately an hour and fifty minutes.

After losing the ability to speak and hear, “Boy” has been trained for many years to assassinate the woman responsible for killing his entire family.

Here is the trailer:

Boy Kills World delivers with fantastic fight scenes and a few welcomed twists to shake things up. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Gory and well-choreographed fight scenes.

If you like the movie, The Raid, then Boy Kills World is right up your alley. The fight scenes were truly exceptional and there were plenty of gruesome and bloody moments. I came for the action and this film delivered in that department and then some. Loved it!

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Bill Skarsgård is fantastic!!!

For not saying anything at all during the movie, he dominated the screen! He was very captivating and I was pulled into the emotional aspects as well, which says a lot about his talent.

The rest of the cast was a lot of fun as well. I love Jessica Rothe (Happy Death Day) and thought she stepped into this role flawlessly. Let’s cast her in more films please!

It was also really cool having H. Jon Benjamin as the voice inside Boy’s head. It kind of felt like Archer was making a special guest appearance, which lightened things up and made this a fun watch with insane action.

Andrew Koji was a scene stealer too!

The Cons:

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Took me a little bit to adjust to the style.

This wasn’t a major con, but the first half of the film had a slower start for me and I just felt like I had to get used to the voice-over and trippy scenes. The second half of the film was a lot stronger. I’m not sure that this film is for everyone, but it did have a unique appeal to it, which I really appreciated.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!!

Boy Kills World is a unique and trippy watch with bloody fantastic fight scenes!

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts on Boy Kills World in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

DON’T TAKE THE JOB…

It was only supposed to be temporary…but when Olivia Crewe accepts a new position that seems too good to be true, she soon discovers that twelve other girls previously had the same job as her. Only none of them lasted for more than thirty days. No notice. Nothing…right before they mysteriously disappeared without a trace.

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Spoiler-Free Review of “Wilderness” on Prime Video: Gone Girl Style Thriller Has its Moments

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“We trust each other…right?”

Wilderness premiered on September 15th 2023 on Prime Video with all six episodes available to stream now. The revenge thriller series (based on the novel of the same name) stars Jenna Coleman, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ashley Benson, and Eric Balfour. Each episode runs for approximately 50-58 minutes.

A spontaneous vacation turns into a nightmare when a seemingly happy couple begins to unravel, leading to a downward spiral of betrayal and revenge.

Here is the trailer:

Wilderness attempts to channel films like Gone Girl and Promising Young Woman with a Lifetime-esque tone, leading to plenty of juicy twists along the way. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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Dream cast.

I’m a huge fan of Ashley Benson from Pretty Little Liars and I was super happy to see Buffy the Vampire Slayer alum, Eric Balfour on this too. The cast was the best part of this series. Everyone played their part very well, but I wish some characters had gotten a little bit more screen time because everyone was electric together on screen and the character dynamics really worked.

Jenna Coleman put forth a strong effort as Olivia, giving me quite a few chills throughout my watch. She was fantastic.

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Starts off with a lot of potential.

I thoroughly enjoyed the first few episodes of this series. The premise was juicy and enticing. It seemed to fit neatly into a guilty pleasure watch and I even liked the random soundtrack (heavy on Taylor Swift) that overpowered certain scenes. Somehow that worked…

The Cons:

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Goes off the rails…

I would say that I was hooked by the end of episode two (which was the strongest episode by far). Once we got to the second half of the series, things became really chaotic and confusing. We started to spiral off into something messy and uninspiring. I was still invested enough to finish the series and there were a few redeeming moments worth sticking around for, but this was disappointing because the show started off so strong.

I also wasn’t a huge fan of the voice-over narration and it led me to believe that we were headed toward a more extreme ending than we actually got.

I think what’s so frustrating about this series is that it did enough to earn a watch, but it could have been so much better. I think it played it safe rather than throwing itself into something unpredictable, which might have worked out a lot better in my opinion.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in about 75 percent…

Watered down guilty pleasure thrills with a cast to be excited about, but don’t expect this series to do anything that extraordinary. It was a decent watch if you enjoy revenge thrillers, however.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Wilderness in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

PLAY BY THE RULES…STAY ALIVE…

A harmless night of fun turns deadly for six college friends but the game has only just begun. Take a mystery thrill ride right from your own living room. Dash and Seek is out now! I hope you enjoy!

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Spoiler-Free Review of “In From the Cold” on Netflix: Spy Series with lots of welcomed twists!

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“I’m no longer that person…”

In From the Cold premiered on January 28th 2022 on Netflix with eight episodes available to stream now. The sci-fi action series stars Margarita Levieva, Cillian O’Sullivan, Charles Brice and Lydia Fleming. Each episode runs for approximately 45-52 minutes.

After starting over a new life as a mother, Jenny Franklin’s past catches up to her when she is recruited once again as a deadly secret agent.

Here is the trailer:

In From the Cold has an Alias vibe with a sci-fi edge. While the premise may seem ridiculous at times, we get plenty of bloody fight scenes and fantastic twists to keep us on our toes. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…

The Pros:

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A kick-ass female lead to root for.

I remember Margarita Levieva on Revenge and I loved her then and I loved her even more now! If you’re looking for an action series with a strong female lead, you’re in the right place. Sure, I’ve seen plenty of female spy films and series before, but I really appreciated the fact that Jenny was a mom in her forties. It just made her more relatable and I liked that she was a little rough around the edges, which gave this series a little bit more originality.

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Plenty of action with lots of twists and turns.

Even at the end of the first episode, we got this crazy reveal. At first, I didn’t really know what to think about it but it actually made me like this series even more. The twists kept coming our way which really kept me invested from start to finish.

There were also plenty of action and fight scenes in each episode to indulge in. More please!

The Cons:

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The flashbacks took up a lot of screen time.

I didn’t mind the flashbacks and I thought they provided the audience with important information and reveals, but sometimes the transition was a little jarring. The episodes were on the long side so maybe if these were shortened slightly, it would have worked better.

Even though we got a lot of answers to our questions, there was a lot that still didn’t make any sense and was really outrageous. That being said, if you just go with the flow, you’ll enjoy the series more.

So am I in or out?

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I’m in!

Kick-ass series with fantastic twists and a unique sci-fi edge!

This was such a guilty-pleasure watch for me in a lot of ways, but it just worked somehow, even though it was slightly outrageous. I highly recommend it if you are looking for something a little bit different without having to overthink things too much.

I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on In From the Cold in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

Best,

Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl

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A harmless night of fun turns deadly for six college friends but the game has only just begun. Take a mystery thrill ride right from your own living room. Dash and Seek is out now! I hope you enjoy!

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