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Ride Share – Horror Short Film Review

What would you if you call a taxi and the driver takes you through an unknown route?

Alex Magaña and Josh Gilmer deliver a quick exploration of a nightmare scenario that’s all too real in their short horror film, “Ride Share.” With Ashley BeLoat taking the lead as Amy, the unsuspecting passenger thrust into a chilling ordeal, the film grabs your attention from the start.

Clocking in at a concise four minutes, “Ride Share” wastes no time immersing you in its eerie world. The filmmakers excel in creating an atmosphere that’s both well-lit and well-shot, setting the stage for an unsettling journey that manages to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Ashley BeLoat’s delivers a gripping performance, she defies the typical helpless victim archetype, instead portraying Amy as a resourceful character who uses her wits to decipher the bizarre situation she finds herself in. While “Ride Share” may not deliver hair-raising scares, it manages to maintain a tight grip on your attention throughout its brief runtime. The suspense builds steadily as you wonder if Amy will manage to escape her unnerving predicament unscathed.

The film’s conclusion doesn’t disappoint either, as it culminates with a wicked twist, a staple of the horror genre that leaves you contemplating the eerie events long after the credits roll. For those intrigued by this tale, “Ride Share” is readily available for viewing on YouTube. It’s also embedded below.

Wifelike Movie Review – Not Much To Like

Rating: 1.5 out of 5.

The 2022 robot movie “Wifelike” is quite similar to the 2019 Josh Janowicz sci-fi thriller “Life Like,” but is far more mundane, sexist, and incoherent. While “Life Like” delves into the challenges faced by a wealthy couple when they purchase a male robot from a company that provides both male and female robots, “Wifelike” focuses on a company that exclusively caters to male buyers, offering only female robots as their lifelong companions. An activist organization considers these robots as cutting-edge sex slaves, leading to calls for the end of such AI exploitation.

Written and directed by James Bird, “Wifelike” stars Jonathan Rhys Meyers as the protagonist, William Bradwell, a widower who acquires an AI named Meredith (Elena Kampouris) to fill the void left by his late wife. The couple becomes the target of a rogue organization that steals and reprograms female robots. As Meredith attempts to fulfill her role as William’s wife, it becomes apparent that he is concealing much more about her human life than he reveals.

Elena Kampouris as Meredith is the only redeeming aspect of this film; she captures the nuances of a machine-like human flawlessly. And despite being a bit of a Jonathan Rhys Meyers fan since his “Bend It Like Beckham” days, it was challenging to find anything likable about his peculiar role and performance in “Wifelike.” William’s character exhibits a creepy “savior complex,” which is actually in tandem with his work at the AI firm, which involves recovering stolen AI wives and ensuring their safety. I despised the implication that women consumers don’t wield significant buying power; since the film is set in a world where companies seem to manufacture only female robots to be bought as wives.

At a time when AI is becoming increasingly integrated into all aspects of human life, the film tries to explore questions about the boundaries of their roles in society and whether they can entirely supplant traditional roles as friends, colleagues, and lovers. It also prompts consideration of how much autonomy should be granted to an AI and if they should have rights too. However, “Wifelike” fails to delve deeper into the subject than other existing films and is nowhere as engaging or entertaining as “Her,” “Ex Machina,” or even “M3GAN,” which focused on childlike companions.

James Bird’s film is a frivolous sexual drama which pretends to be intellectual but only comes off as inferior. It’s awfully predictable and the climax makes little sense when you begin to apply logic. Either that, or William and Meredith live in a paradoxical world where machines might be extremely sophisticated, but the legal system is blatantly flawed, and it’s ridiculously easy to get away with crimes like murder.

Rating: 3 on 10. Watch it on Netflix if you are looking for steamy movie with little plot.

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El Conde Review – When a corrupt Vampire wants to die

Rating: 3 out of 5.

“El Conde” is an unusual satirical black-and-white film directed by Pablo Larraín, who co-wrote the script with Guillermo Calderón. It re-imagines the notorious Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet Ugarte as an ancient vampire who fakes his own death multiple times to live for over 250 years.

In the film, Augusto Pinochet (Jaime Vadell) is born in the 1700s, a French royalist who witnesses the guillotining of Marie Antoinette first-hand and pretends to be a revolutionary to save his own life. As a vampire, Pinochet survives through four different centuries, witnessing numerous revolutions, endless murders, before becoming a Chilean dictator through leading a military coup. Following this brief historical overview, “El Conde” then delves into the ancient vampire’s resolution to die, as various obstacles complicate his plan to retire from the world. While his human children gather around him like vultures to inherit his wealth; the church deploys an exorcist-nun in the guise of an accountant to deal with Pinochet.

The first 35 minutes are witty, comedic, bloody, and absolutely riveting. For example, there’s this wicked scene of Pinochet licking Marie Antoinette’s blood off the guillotine once nobody is around the scene. But as more and more Chilean political references make their way into the story, “El Conde” becomes a challenging watch for international viewers who know little about the real life Augusto. But the metaphorical implications of portraying a dictator a vampire is undoubtedly clever – a literal beast who bleeds his own people dry in order to thrive. Gloria Münchmeyer, plays Pinochet’s wife Lucia, who is equally power-hungry and resents him for never turning her into a vampire, leaving her to endure the vagaries of human life. Paula Luchsinger as the nun Carmencita was a peculiar character, whose story potential wasn’t fully exploited.

The black-and-white cinematography adds a stunning nostalgic essence to the film and brilliantly complement the historical flashbacks of Pinochet’s life brilliantly. However, the color palette makes “El Conde” monotonous in the second-half, as the events look like they are set in the 1920s, even though bulk of the plot unfolds in the 2000s. And the script is too verbose, either the characters are always talking, or the narrator is saying something or the other. So viewers have to constantly pay attention to the endless dialogues/narration and it becomes a slightly taxing experience.

My biggest peeve with the film was the arbitrary aging of Pinochet. If he is an immortal creature, why does he age only during his life in Chile? The writers do answer this question towards the climax, albeit indirectly, but until then, you keep wondering “why?”.

While the actors didn’t leave a lasting impact, it’s the script, cinematography, and musical score that kept me intrigued until the end. “El Conde” starts off as a tale of a vampire ready to call it quits, but the climax is completely bizarre, surprising, and also comedic in its own strange way. A new character makes a dramatic entry in the end, completely changing the narrative and closing Augusto Pinochet’s chapter in an interesting way.

Rating: 6 on 10. You can stream the film on Netflix.

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10 Fiction Books That Re-Imagine Greek Myths

We recommend you 10 fiction books from the 21st century that have taken the tales of gods, heroes, and monsters from dusty old tomes and breathed new life into them. Get ready for a journey through reimagined legends, demigod adventures, and divine dramas through these works by authors who bring their own twists and takes to popular Greek myths and legends.

“The Penelopiad” by Margaret Atwood: This 2005 novel reinterprets the myth of Penelope, Odysseus’ wife, giving her a powerful voice in a tale of love, loyalty, and power. In this feminist retelling, Penelope steps out of the shadows, reclaiming her narrative and asserting her agency in a world dominated by gods and heroes.“The Children of Jocasta” by Natalie Haynes: Natalie Haynes offers a unique take on the Oedipus myth, narrating the story from the viewpoints of Jocasta and Ismene, shedding new light on their roles. While some readers may not like the complete overhaul of the original myth by the author, it could prove to an fantastic read for many others. “The Brightest Fell” by Seanan McGuire: Part of the “October Daye” urban fantasy series, this book takes readers on a modern-day journey to the Underworld, drawing inspiration from Greek mythology. McGuire takes you on a wild ride to the Underworld, and trust us, it’s nothing like you’d expect!“The Immortals” series by Alyson Noël: Ever imagined what it’d be like to be immortal? Alyson Noël’s series delves into this with a modern twist. Ever Bloom, the protagonist, survives a near-death experience only to discover she cannot die. As she grapples with her newfound powers and the complexities of eternity, themes of love, friendship, and the weight of immortality take center stage.The Silence of the Girls” by Pat Barker: Through the eyes of Briseis, a captive during the Trojan War, Pat Barker explores the often untold stories of women who were caught in the midst of this legendary conflict. Barker offers a poignant commentary on the lasting impact of war on women’s lives and the power of bearing witness to their experiences.“The Song of Achilles” by Madeline Miller: This bestselling novel beautifully reimagines the epic love story between Achilles and Patroclus, exploring their deep connection amidst the backdrop of the Trojan War. This one’s a heart-wrenching tale of love, friendship, and destiny, all told in captivating prose by the author. “The Chaos of Stars” by Kiersten White: Set in a modern-day world, this young adult novel introduces readers to the Egyptian and Greek gods, exploring their dynamics and influence on mortal lives. White weaves a tale of identity, family secrets, and the age-old clash of mortal and immortal worlds.“The Just City” by Jo Walton: Mixing philosophy and mythology, this book brings together characters like Athena and Socrates in a unique exploration of ethics and society. This work is a brainy, delightful blend of philosophy and myth. Athena gathers philosophers and gods to create Plato’s Republic, and let’s just say, it’s a divine experiment with unexpected consequences“The King Must Die” by Mary Renault: Mary Renault’s historical fiction novel breathes life into the legendary hero Theseus, exploring his journey from obscurity to becoming a key figure in Greek mythology. It’s a vivid exploration of heroism, ancient rituals, and the labyrinth of fate, all set against the backdrop of ancient Greece.“The Gospel of Loki” by Joanne M. Harris: Told from the perspective of the trickster god Loki, this novel provides a witty and irreverent take on Norse and Greek mythology, blending them into an engaging narrative. It’s a hilarious and thought-provoking take on gods, mischief, and the blurred lines between good and evil.

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Love at First Sight Review – New Gen, Old Charm

Rating: 4 out of 5.

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Cute, cheesy, conveniently smooth, surprisingly sentimental and packed with unlikely (or even unrealistic) co-incidences, the 2023 Netflix movie “Love at First” sight is a good old romantic flick set in the modern world. Most unrealistic Hollywood romances end with an airport scene, so it was nice to see this one subvert the trope and begin its love story with the lead couple meeting at the airport.

Based on a novel called “The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight” by Jennifer E. Smith, the live-action adaptation has been directed by Vanessa Caswill. Haley Lu Richardson plays 20-year-old Hadley Sullivan, who misses her flight to London to attend her father’s wedding and ends up meeting 22-year-old Oliver Jones (Ben Hardy), a math geek, while waiting for her next flight. The two instantly connect and as fate would have it, they also end up being seated next to each other on their very long journey from New York to London. But will they keep in touch after? Or will it be a one flight stand? Jameela Jamil plays the narrator throughout the runtime, appearing as different background characters while she guides viewers through this love story.

Despite a wedding thrown in the tale, “Love at First Sight” has the kind of cinematography that feels cozy, largely due to the closed space in which the most crucial interaction takes place – Hadley and Oliver bond the most when they are seated next to each other on a flight, chatting away and watching a romantic movie together. Haley Lu Richardson and Ben Hardy are awkward and sweet together, as they should be, since their characters are two young strangers who are just getting to know each other. The background music was upbeat, fun, and didn’t feature the usual “viral” songs that are popular on social media. For example, at Hadley’s father’s wedding party, they danced to a synth-pop hit from the late 1970s.

The story doesn’t rely on the usual “opposites attract” trope. Hadley and Oliver might have their distinct quirks and fears, but they aren’t too different from each other. Both of them hate mayonnaise. Hadley is a literary enthusiast who doesn’t believe in marriages due to her parents’ divorce, while Oliver is a science guy likes to break down everything into statistical numbers in his conversations but also has faith in the human heart. The entire story unfolds in 24 hours, which is a nod to the classical “unity of time,” and within that span, the plot seamlessly interweaves the complex relationships both protagonists have with their parents.

Okay, look, I really enjoyed watching this film. It was a refreshing departure from many recent Hollywood romances, where the leads are either exceedingly fickle, as in “Choose Love,” or commitment-phobic, as seen in the 2023 film “Ghosted”. So it was fun to watch two young people open up to each other and giving love a chance. If you have a soft spot for the romance genre, give this film a shot.

Rating: 8 on 10. You can stream “Love at First Sight” on Netflix.

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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 8 Review

Hope you are here after Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 episode 7 . Minor spoilers ahead.

Titled “The Shibuya Incident”, Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode eight starts off with Satoru Gojo’s arrival at the scene where a mysterious curtain is preventing humans from leaving the scene. Like the cool cucumber that he is, Gojo floats over the panicking crowd, pretty much figuring out what the trap is about as the creepy trio of Jogo, Choso, and Hanami wait to corner him. Meanwhile, Yuji teams up with Mei Mei and Ui Ui to be Gojo’s back up and fight cursed spirits at another location.

This edition features a hilariously entertaining underground fight between Yuji and a locust cursed spirit, with high-quality animation highlighting Yuji’s moves. Their brief, inane interaction and swift violent exchange will thoroughly amuse most fans. While the Kokichi vs. Mahito showdown was quite a spectacle in episodes six and seven, this edition proves to be more engaging, since there are two simultaneous face-offs taking place. Mei Mei is impressed with her junior’s capabilities; in fact, even the sadistic Mahito indirectly acknowledges Yuji’s skills.

For those who haven’t read the manga, “The Shibuya Incident” is a steadily paced episode, which is packed with fights and also strategic talk. It explains in detail, through flashbacks, what Suguru Geto has in mind with his elaborate Shibuya curtain to trap Gojo. Timestamps appear throughout the runtime, adding a sense of urgency and impending doom to the proceedings. With some of the most powerful cursed spirits uniting against Gojo, can they really deal a blow to the Jujutsu sorcerers? The episode ends with an exciting climax, so we’ll just have to wait for the next episode to see where things go!

You can stream Jujutsu Kaisen on Netflix.

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Once Upon a Crime Review – Stage Play Material

Rating: 2 out of 5.

Hahahahaha… what did I just watch?!!

Directed by Yûichi Fukuda, the 2023 Japanese movie “Once Upon a Crime” (Original title: Akazukin, tabi no tochu de shitai to deau) takes two classic fairy tales – Little Red Riding Hood and Cinderella – and mashes them into a murder mystery written for ten-year-olds. However, “Once Upon a Crime” is not even child-friendly, thanks to a kinky-creepy murder victim and the constant cartoon sounds made when Cinderella’s evil sister tries to show off her bosom each time the prince is around her.

Based on a manga, the primary plot is actually great: Little Red Riding Hood (Kanna Hashimoto), now a grown woman, journeys through the forest to attend the grand palace ball. On her way, she encounters poor Cinderella (Yûko Araki) in rags. With the help of two witches, they transform into palace-worthy attire. However, their carriage collides with the royal hairdresser’s corpse, prompting Red Riding Hood and Cinderella to conceal the body to avoid involvement in a murder case. They proceed to the palace, where Cinderella meets her dream Prince. Yet, the enchanting evening takes a dark turn when palace guards report the hairdresser’s murder and the Prince becomes the primary suspect in the case. It is up to clever Little Red Riding Hood to solve the case!

First off, despite “Once Upon a Crime” (Akazukin, tabi no tochu de shitai to deau) having a rather compact 90 minute runtime, the movie felt like it went on forever. The opening scene of Red Riding Hood meeting a weirdly dressed old witch who talks like a wannabe “cool aunt”, was not funny. The film looks like it should have been a very entertaining live stage play at an amusement park, but doesn’t work very well as a film. For a fantasy movie, the costumes are tardy and Red Riding Hood’s Ball dress is hideous and looks like it belongs in the 1970s or even further back. The gowns looked like they were made out of sparkly dining table cloths or were rented out from a shop that caters to high school musicals. The 2021 Disney revamp of “Cinderella” wasn’t a lot better, but at least the costumes and ball gowns were stunning, with Cinderella’s gown being a dreamy tulle dress decked in shiny crystals.

The writing attempts to challenge stereotypical notions of beauty, but it falls short because most actors in the film are good-looking, including Cinderella’s evil step-sisters, contrary to older depictions of them being ugly. Takanori Iwata earnestly portrays Prince Charming, but one might wish for a comedic actor in the role instead. The prince, unready for marriage, attends the ball merely to please his father, and for once, he doesn’t appear particularly smitten by Cinderella either. This is the biggest issue with “Once Upon a Crime.” Instead of fully embracing its exaggerated elements of fantasy, comedy, and magic, the film tries to inject more realism, which only makes the story less enjoyable.

The murder mystery twist added to the traditional tale may be the only thing that keeps viewers engaged until the end. After all, everyone wants to know – who is the killer? Kanna Hashimoto’s portrayal of detective Red Riding Hood feels somewhat flat and doesn’t stand out; she comes across as a schoolgirl trying to solve a comic-book puzzle. On the other hand, Yûko Araki is more convincing as the simpleton Cinderella, bullied by everyone around her, who sees her only chance at happiness with the Prince. Will she achieve her happy ending? Well, the final twist turns out to be quite surprising and delivers a non-traditional “happy ending.” A more skilled writing team or a larger budget might have made this film more engaging.

Rating: 4 on 10. You can stream “Once Upon a Crime” (Akazukin, tabi no tochu de shitai to deau) on Netflix.

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Why R U Korean Series Review

Rating: 3 out of 5.

Imagine having a friend or sibling writing a fan-fiction romance novel using your name for the protagonist, and somehow all that’s being written comes true for you too. Depending on the story, the scenario can be fun, exciting, scary, or simply creepy.

Based on the 2020 Thai series of the same name, the Korean show “Why R U,” much like the original, follows two close friends who develop feelings for guys they initially didn’t fancy. One of them becomes convinced that his sister’s novel featuring him is turning into reality. Spanning eight episodes, the show is directed by Kim Eun Hye, who also directed the office romance “Jun & Jun.” While the Thai series itself wasn’t exceptional to begin with, what resonated with many fans was the chemistry between its four leads. One of the major improvements in this Korean adaptation is that both couples receive almost equal screen time.

Lee Jun Min plays Jung Lee Won, an acting major who often clashes with Kim Ji Oh (Lee Ye Hwan) who is majoring in film direction. During one of their confrontations, the two fall over each other and Lee Won’s sister happens to pass by the scene, mistaking their interaction for a lover’s tiff. Running out of ideas for her next novel, Lee’s sister starts to write a fictional love story featuring Lee Won, Kim Ji On. The novel also romantically links Lee Won’s best friend Woo Sun Woo (Lee Sang Min) and popular senior student Ko Yoo Kyeom (Park Chang Hoon).

Since the Korean writers have made several changes to the original story, “Why R U” turns out to be interesting, even though the pacing is a bit slow. Actor Lee Jun Min, while appearing slightly older for the “short, cute, and confused” role as Jung Lee Won, still manages to portray the character with charm. Lee Ye Hwan, like his character Kim Ji Oh, initially comes across as cold and cat-like in appearance, but just as Lee Won slowly warms up to him, viewers might find themselves doing the same, even though he doesn’t seem very likable at the beginning of the series. The two are amusing together and begin to fall for each other, even though Lee Won tries his sister to stop writing about them.

The romantic subplot involving Woo Sun Woo and Ko Yoo Kyeom is less chaotic than in the Thai version, but their communication issues remain frustrating. For instance, when Yoo Kyeom suggests they date, he forgets to mention his recent breakup. Surprisingly, this news doesn’t reach Sun Woo, despite their campus rumour-mill being quite strong and Yoo Kyeom being a heartthrob of sorts. Even more oddly, Sun Woo’s supposed best friend, who is also Yoo Kyeom’s ex-girlfriend, fails to inform him of this significant development. The writers try to make these misunderstandings look comical, but they are just annoying and dumb.

For some reason, Lee Sang Min as Sun Woo reminded me of actor Im Ji Sub from the Korean campus romance “The Eighth Sense”, although as more episodes unfold, the differences between the two actors become more apparent. The chemistry between Sun Woo and Yoo Kyeom was rather lukewarm, even though Park Chang Hoon as the handsome senior looks like he was made to play romantic leads in Korean shows.

The cinematography for “Why R U” is simple, with standard well-lit shots and straightforward camera angles. Most of the plot unfolds on the college campus and there aren’t many variations in scenes or scenarios. The background music sometimes sounded unintentionally comical because the sound sometimes wouldn’t be in sync with the scene. For example, in one of the later episodes, when Lee Won and Ji Oh are having a romantic moment and a stock-like music plays in the background, which sounded like those generic audio clips you hear on YouTube vlogs.

Overall, the Korean “Why R U” has some cute moments and cuts out a lot of unnecessary comedic and pointless interactions that were there in the original version, to give viewers a more typical University themed romance.  

Rating: 6 on 10.

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Ehrengard: The Art of Seduction Review

Rating: 3 out of 5.

“Ehrengard: The Art of Seduction” is what a Mills & Boons novel would’ve sounded like with a royal 19th century setting and a comedic touch to the story.

Based on a posthumously published novel written by Danish author Karen Blixen, the 2023 Netflix movie directed by Bille August is set in the fictional kingdom of Babenhausen. The story revolves around Mr Cazotte (Mikkel Boe Følsgaard), a painter hired by the grand Duchess (Sidse Babett Knudsen) to instruct her son, Prince Lothar, in the art of seduction and persuade him to marry a young lady to secure his place in the succession line. Concurrently, the painter makes a wager with the Duchess, vowing to successfully seduce the beautiful Ehrengard (Alice Bier Zanden), who hails from a noble military family. What unfolds is a romantic comedy filled with misunderstandings and mishaps.

The grand castles and scenic wilderness of the fictional Babenhausen provides a gorgeous background for the film and the cinematography captures a royal old-world charm well through brightly lit shots of royal courts, churches, and ballrooms. The period costumes on the other hand aren’t very elaborate and look like they might have been rented from a shop. Regardless, those with a soft spot for frivolous royal romances will find “Ehrengard: The Art of Seduction” to be quite amusing. The story dwells on court politics, family rivalries, succession squabbles and the erring ways of the heart.

Mikkel Boe Følsgaard & Sidse Babett Knudsen as the painter & the Grand Duchess. (Source: Netflix)

Sidse Babett Knudsen, as the conniving yet friendly Grand Duchess, is the most enjoyable character in the story. Bored by the stifling court life, she takes delight in gossiping with her painter and lives vicariously through his scandalous tales. Mikkel Boe Følsgaard, as the self-assured painter Cazotte, effectively portrays the role of a narcissistic swindler, as intended. His paintings on the other hand are meticulously grand and make him worthy of being a royal court artist. Alice Bier Zanden portrays Ehrengard as righteous and warrior-like, making most viewers root for her to resist falling for the schemes of a man like Cazotte.

Emil Aron Dorph and Emilie Kroyer Koppel shine as the endearing royal couple, Prince Lothar and Princess Ludmilla, who find themselves embroiled in controversy shortly after their wedding. They conceive the heir before wedlock and Cazotte is tasked with keeping the matter under wraps and avoid a national scandal! Will the royal couple be able to keep their secret or will scheming cousins dethrone them? The question of whether Ehrengard she will succumb to the painter’s charms also keeps viewers guessing until the end.

While the first half of the story is funny and visually engaging, the plot becomes slightly tedious in the second half and veers towards making a mockery of the more likable characters. Some of the plot developments and characters can be quite frustrating for modern viewers, so we have to keep reminding ourselves of the 19th-century timeline to put things in context. For example, in one scene, a royal character pokes at the pregnant princess’s belly, which may seem ludicrous to us now, but notions of personal privacy were different back then.

Surprisingly, despite its suggestive title, “Ehrengard: The Art of Seduction” doesn’t have as many steamy moments as one might expect. It’s primarily a dramatic comedy, with Cazotte’s risqué sketches providing the most provocative moments in the film. An interesting comical twist unfolds towards the climax, and the story ends on a rather convenient note. With a lean runtime of 90 minutes, the movie serves as a decent romantic comedy for a one-time watch.

Rating: 6 on 10. You can stream “Ehrengard: The Art of Seduction” on Netflix.

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Brie Larson Ignites ‘Lessons in Chemistry’ Trailer

“Politics don’t belong in the kitchen. A man wants his wife to make him a drink after a long day at work”

“Why do you assume that his day was longer than hers? Why don’t you make the drink?”

Burn!

That’s already our favorite dialogue from the “Lessons in Chemistry” trailer starring Brie Larson. Based on the novel of the same name by Bonnie Garmus, the series stars Brie Larson as the protagonist, Elizabeth Zott, who dreams of becoming a chemist. However, her ambitions are temporarily put on hold when she becomes pregnant and is subsequently fired from her lab position. Instead of succumbing to despair, Elizabeth discovers her calling in a cooking show, reaching out to a broader audience of women than she ever could have as a chemist working in a male-dominated field.

The trailer for “Lessons in Chemistry” is enhanced by powerful, dramatic music and is filled with intrigue. Brie Larson effectively embodies the fiercely independent character of Zott, who fearlessly speaks her mind in front of powerful men who hold traditionally sexist views about women. Created by Lee Eisenberg, a producer known for his work on “The Office,” the hit mockumentary series “Lessons For Chemistry” serves up a delightful slice of 1960s nostalgia, featuring cooking lessons, female friendships, and feminism as its central themes.

Spanning eight episodes, the series will be available on Apple TV on October 13. You can watch the trailer below.