*This is a spoiler-free review so feel free to read on!*
“I’m sorry…”
No One Will Save You released on Hulu on September 22nd 2023. The sci-fi horror-thriller film stars Kaitlyn Dever. It runs for approximately an hour and thirty-three minutes.
Brynn lives alone, isolated from the rest of her town, but her world is turned upside down when alien intruders arrive one night and break into her home.
Here is the trailer:
No One Will Save You is gripping and intense, featuring an out of this world performance by Kaitlyn Dever. Is it worthy of YOUR next watch? Let’s find out…
The Pros:
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Kaitlyn Dever is beyond brilliant!
I’m already a huge fan of hers and loved her in both Unbelievable and Booksmart. However, she takes things to a new level in No One Will Save You, showing off her incredible range as an actress. She was so believable in this and my heart was pounding with every expression she made and every breath she took. When an actress can make you feel like you’re right there along with them, that’s saying something.
I’m so beyond impressed and can’t wait to see her in more horror entries because she was INCREDIBLE!
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Intense AF!
I’m not usually the biggest fan of the sci-fi genre. That being said, this film changed my mind and then some. The level of intensity in this film was off the charts. It captivated me the entire time and I couldn’t look away. It was that good!
I was also so impressed that all of this was accomplished with minimal dialogue. We’ve seen that done in other movies before, but this one managed to do it in such an organic way, making us truly believe that this was all happening before our eyes. The reactions and emotions portrayed were just so real, driving the thrilling moments that much more.
The Cons:
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Confusing at times…
I personally like when a movie is left open for interpretation and by the time I got to the end of this one, I was confused, but it also sparked an interest within me to really think about what had just transpired and what the ending meant.
If you’re looking for something clear cut, you won’t get that here. I’m sure there will be some mixed thoughts on the ending, but this will most likely come down to preference.
So am I in or out?
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I’m in!!!
No One Will Save You is an absorbing and insane watch that will stay with you long after it’s over.
If you enjoy home invasion thrillers and sci-fi, this is the perfect mash-up for you.
I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on No One Will Save Youin 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.
My supernatural thriller Girl Number Thirteen is out now! I hope you enjoy!
*This is a spoiler-free review so feel free to read on!*
“You can’t truly live if you’re afraid…”
Alba released on Netflix on July 14th 2022. All thirteen episodes are available to stream now. The Spanish crime drama series (based on the Turkish series Fatmagül) stars Elena Rivera, Eric Masip, Pol Hermoso, Caterina Mengs, and Adriana Ozores. Each episode runs for approximately 52-60 minutes.
A young woman wakes up with no memory of the night before, only to discover that she has been raped. She later discovers that the men responsible are her boyfriend’s best friends.
Here is the trailer:
Alba tells a compelling and heartbreaking story of a woman’s search for the brutal truth as she deals with setbacks and betrayals along the way. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…
The Pros:
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A powerful story…
This series was difficult to watch because of the content, but it was also so gripping and important. In a lot of ways, it reminded me of Unbelievable and Lies and Deceit. I think it was a brilliant decision to have the show focus on Alba’s journey after the horrific event.
She had to constantly tell her story over and over again to people who doubted her, trying to prove herself in a world that was so against her at times. It made her story that much more compelling. You wanted to see her get justice for everything, but you also knew that she would never really be free from all of this, which was incredibly heartbreaking.
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Elena Rivera gave an incredible performance.
She was so moving and incredible to watch on screen. My heart went out to her and every single time she reacted to something, it just felt so real. I didn’t feel like I was watching someone act in a show. It was more organic and genuine, which was important because this series focused on the aftermath of a crime that affects so many on a daily basis.
The Cons:
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A lot to take in…
There was a lot of emotional and sensitive content so viewers should be aware of that. I couldn’t easily binge-watch this one because it was so heavy and draining at times. I had to watch just a few episodes a day. I personally felt like the episodes were way too long and weighed down by some of the soapy fluff that was unneeded. These moments took away from the real story which was gripping enough on its own. It didn’t need all of this extra stuff and I think it severely impacted the pacing.
So am I in or out?
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I’m in about 75 percent…
Alba told an important and relevant story. The ending was satisfying and the performances were outstanding, but it definitely had some pacing issues.
I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Alba 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.
My supernatural thriller Girl Number Thirteen is out now! I hope you enjoy!
**This is a spoiler-free review so feel free to read on!**
“I’m not imagining it…”
Lies and Deceit (Mentiras) released on Netflix on March 4th 2022 with all six episodes available to stream now. The Spanish drama-thriller series stars Ángela Cremonte, Javier Rey, Itziar Atienza and Manuela Velasco. Each episode runs for approximately 48-50 minutes.
A teacher accuses a surgeon of date rape while he denies the allegations, causing both of their lives to spiral out of control.
Lies and Deceit will remind you very much of Netflix’s Unbelievable. Is it worthy of your next watch? Let’s find out…
The Pros:
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A gripping story…
I was pulled in right away on this one. The story was emotional and powerful. The series also did a good job of keeping the audience guessing. It was hard to know who to believe at first and as the story continued, I was completely captivated by what I was watching.
A satisfying ending.
I thought that this series really built up to some extremely intense moments. At one point I was yelling at my screen because I was so involved. Series like these often have trouble with the ending and I was left completely satisfied with this one. I think it wrapped everything up and it answered the questions I had.
The Cons:
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Heavy and slow at times…
Much like Unbelievable, this series centers around sensitive content. At times, it was emotionally draining and I needed to be in the right state of mind while watching this. I also thought the side plot was not really necessary. It took away from the main one and it also made the episodes last longer than they needed to. I think that the series built enough momentum to keep me invested until the end and I had to see what happened, but it needed a few minor pacing tweaks.
So am I in or out?
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I’m in!
Lies and Deceit told an important and gripping story. It kept me glued to the screen the entire time, leading up to a satisfying conclusion.
I hope you enjoyed the review and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Lies and Deceit 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.
My supernatural thriller Girl Number Thirteen is out now! I hope you enjoy!
Greetings TV Fans! I hope you all had an amazing holiday and I wish you all the best for the upcoming New Year! As we get closer and closer to approaching 2020, I thought it would be the perfect time to count down my Top 10 TV Shows of 2019.
While some returning shows continued strong, others fell off slightly. Meanwhile, some other new shows completely captivated my attention, paving their way into my top 10.
**Please note some spoilers are ahead.**
Without any further delay, let’s get to my list!
My Top 10 Television Shows of 2019 are:
10
American Horror Story: 1984
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Who doesn’t love the 80’s? The first half of the newest season of AHS was so much fun. The music was to die for and it really gave us this campy comedy horror vibe that also presented us with some fun throwbacks to horror movies we all know and love.
Emma Roberts did a fantastic job leading the cast and we got plenty of twists and turns along the way. While the second half of the season fell off for me, I still was entertained, rooting for my Final Girls to kick some ass!
9
The Punisher (Season 2)
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So I am a huge Jon Bernthal fan and I really think that he plays this role to perfection. Bernthal is always a little rough around the edges, but that’s part of his charm and he is so believable as Frank Castle. I absolutely loved the first season of the show and while I anticipated that this show would be canceled after season 2, I knew that it would provide us with a lot of action and it did!
8
The Purge (Season 2)
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Last year, The Purge (season 1) was my absolute favorite show of the year. I am a huge fan of the movies and I didn’t go into the series with very high expectations, but it was bloody fantastic! It’s hard to live up to something so spectacular and while season 2 fell slightly short for me, it still was such an entertaining watch.
The new characters were great and I loved the inside look into the NFFA. Fans got a chance to see a world outside of Purge Night, which was so interesting. They presented us with so many new layers, while sprinkling in some super fun cameos and Easter eggs too!
7
Riverdale (Season 3)
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Riverdale is definitely one of my favorite shows, but after all of the Black Hood dark twists in season 2, season 3 got a little bit weird. We entered the world of Gryphons and Gargoyles and learned about The Farm, which was really bizarre and confusing, but there were still so many moments that kept this show going strong for me.
The Midnight Club flashback episode was fantastic and Cheryl Blossom was pretty much born to star in the Heathers musical episode, reminding me why I love this show so much!
6
The Walking Dead (Season 10)
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I have been watching TWD since it first started and I loved the earlier seasons so much. The show fell off for me along the way and I often felt like I was watching out of obligation. However, the second half of season 9 and the beginning of season 10 made me a true fan once again.
The Whisperers are fantastic villains and we are finally getting some screen time for some of our favorite characters. I mean, who doesn’t love seeing Daryl and Carol making friendship bracelets for one another? Keep it up, TWD!
5
Unbelievable
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Not the typical type of show that I usually watch, but I heard really great things about this show and decided to give it a try. There were some parts that were difficult to watch, but the performances were so real and inspiring. I could not stop watching this show and I thought it was so thought-provoking and important.
4
Killing Eve (Season 2)
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While season 1 allowed us to really focus on Eve’s quest to take down Villanelle, we got to really know Villanelle in season 2. Jodie Comer’s performance was beyond fantastic and I was so excited for her Emmy win! The dynamic between Eve and Villanelle took some unexpected turns in season 2 and we were left with a major cliffhanger at the end of the season, but this show is so addicting and I can’t get enough! More please!
3
Stranger Things (Season 3)
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I am a huge fan of Stranger Things, but I was slightly underwhelmed by season 2. However, season 3 came back with a bang, giving us so many fun 80’s moments. Some of our favorite characters truly got to shine and we also got some fantastic new characters that I welcomed with open arms. I think season 3 may be my favorite now, but I was so entertained by the watch and I can’t wait to see how it all ends!
2
Game of Thrones (Season 8)
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I thought that GOT would pretty much be a given as my favorite show of the year, but the final season took some interesting twists that I’m still debating over. That being said, the performances were brilliant, the action was intense, and we also got some heart-warming moments in the midst of the heartbreaking ones.
I loved seeing Arya’s “Not Today” moment and Jon Snow’s reunion with Ghost was very special for me. This show will always be one of my all time favorites and overall, I was thoroughly entertained.
Drum roll please…
1
The Witcher
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This show was such an unexpected and pleasant surprise. Even though the show started off a little slow, it kicked things up a notch and quickly became my favorite show of the year! The characters and performances were beyond fantastic. The action was out of this world and the dark magic was so intriguing.
This show was fast-paced, fun, and addicting. I never thought that I would even like this show and it somehow blew all of the other shows out of the water for me. Cheers to The Witcher!
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I hope you enjoyed the list and feel free to post your own thoughts and comments about your favorite television shows of 2019. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!
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Kaitlyn Dever as Marie Adler on Netflix’s Unbelievable.So, I heard really great things about this limited series on Netflix, but it’s not something I would normally watch. It deals with some difficult subject matter and I typically have to make sure that I am in the right state of mind to watch something like this. That being said, I am really glad that I gave this show a chance because it was absolutely captivating and thought-provoking. Please note major spoilers have been left out for your convenience.
The performances from the entire cast were beyond incredible, but I was mostly impressed with Kaitlyn Dever’s performance. I could really believe her and there was something about her subtle indifference that really spoke to me, reminding me that we all handle trauma in different ways and sometimes we just need that one person fighting in our corner to bring out the spark within us that has dimmed so many times before.
It’s not always easy to believe in ourselves, but when someone else finally does, it reminds us that we do matter, helping us re-discover our own self-worth.
The show moves really quickly and I found myself addicted to binge-watching it right after the first episode. It really draws you in and part of that is because of Dever’s portrayal of Marie. Sometimes it’s more about the characters that don’t have that apparent strength you often see that truly resonate with you.
I actually prefer seeing characters who are broken and defeated, watching them grow and learn from their mistakes, while they try to pave their own path. Maybe it’s the right path or maybe it isn’t, but that’s what makes these characters so real and interesting to me.
I really connected with Marie’s character and I was constantly rooting for her even when I was not sure if she was making the right call or telling the truth. The other performances on the show are also really compelling and I really dove into the investigation as well, as you almost feel like you are along for the ride with the detectives because you want some kind of real and deserving justice for the victims.
There’s something to be truly said for a performance that can stay with you for quite some time and I really think that Dever achieved that in this role. This role had to be incredibly difficult to play and I feel like another approach might not have struck the same chord with me. Dever’s portrayal was so real and magnetic and she gave me chills.
I absolutely recommend this show, but please pay attention to the viewing warnings displayed because some parts are very difficult to watch.
Stay tuned for a recognized performance on TV each week!
Best,
Amy Koto, TV Fanatic Girl
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**Do you love television shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Once Upon a Time, Lost, Charmed, The Vampire Diaries, and Supernatural?Do you enjoydark fantasy,fairy-tale retellings,paranormal romance, horror, and mystery? Then you may like my book series, Dreaming of Wonderland…available on Amazon! Thank you for taking the time to check it out and I appreciate any feedback as well. I really hope you enjoy!
