All Forms of Art

  Hell Camp: Teen Nightmare takes you on an unsettling journey into the heart of, possibly, the worst summer camp you could imagine. Beneath the sun-dappled trees lies a sinister secret. The remote retreat promising personal growth, friendship, and adventure soon turns into a twisted world. There, the counselors wield psychological manipulation as deftly as they do canoes. The campers' laughter echoes against a backdrop of hidden horrors, and the tension builds relentlessly. What it is and what it should be Worried parents send their difficult teens to the camp, hoping the experience will help make them better people. Naturally, they could never know what was happening there. Yet, shouldn't the kidnapping to take the kids there be a red flag? The counselor and mentors are nothing but correctional officers with zero regard for the kids' well-being and safety. Some stuff is nearly unbelievable. As a viewer, you're witnessing an unfolding nightmare of all sorts of abuse.

  The Brothers Sun , now streaming on Netflix , is a refreshing departure from your typical family comedy. This action-comedy series stars the incomparable Michelle Yeoh as Eileen “Mama” Sun. She is a conflicted mother caught between her family’s dangerous profession and her desire to protect her naive youngest son.  Buckle up for a thrilling ride as secrets unravel, bullets fly, and unexpected alliances form. A Multilayered Family Dynamic At the heart of The Brothers Sun lies a family struggling to balance their criminal legacy with their individual aspirations. Charles Sun (played by Justin Chien) returns to Los Angeles to shield his mother and younger brother from a deadly threat. Eileen, the matriarch, has kept her other son, Bruce (Sam Song Li), blissfully unaware of their notorious Taiwan gangster lineage.  While Charles engages in globe-trotting fights, Bruce’s biggest concern is secretly spending his college tuition on improv classes. The clash between their worlds sets the st

  I recently finished the first season of Never Have I Ever , and I must say, I was thoroughly captivated. This Netflix series, created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher, strikes a delightful balance between humor, relatability, and emotional depth. Breaking Free from Teen Show Clichés The show breaks free from the typical teen show tropes, offering viewers a refreshing departure from the mundane. Here's why it stands out: A Different Cultural Perspective. Our protagonist, Devi Vishwakumar (played brilliantly by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan), hails from an Indian-American background. Seeing a character from this cultural context take center stage is refreshing. While the show doesn't delve too deeply into the intricacies of her heritage (after all, it's still a teen drama), it provides us with a glimpse into her world. From family dynamics to cultural celebrations, we get a taste of the richness that defines her life. Imperfections Make for a Relatable Heroine Devi isn't your t

  Big Sky takes viewers on a thrilling journey that is bound to keep you on the edge of your seat. The show weaves an intricate plot with surprises that make you guess at every turn. From the very first episode, it hooks you with its compelling narrative and doesn't let go. The element of surprise is one of the show's strongest assets, ensuring that you're always in for a wild ride. The characters add depth to the storyline, and their development keeps you invested in their fates. The cast delivers strong performances, bringing the characters to life with authenticity.  However, Big Sky doesn't shy away from exploring darker themes, sometimes disturbing. This willingness to tackle challenging subjects adds a gritty realism to the show, making it more than a typical crime drama. The overall pacing and suspenseful atmosphere make Big Sky a must-watch for those who enjoy a good mystery.  Big Sky is a captivating show that skillfully blends suspense, drama, and unexpect

  The Crown, the Netflix show about the British royal family, ended, and the audience was slightly disappointed. I understand, but, for me, it was a good end. The writers had already said they wouldn't go much further. They wouldn't feel comfortable writing about the present. Obviously, we wanted more and to see some of the things that happened in the last few years, but it was understandable. They give us tips on what could happen, like the beginning of the Princes William and Harry falling down. Once you accept that they wouldn't write anything too close to the present, you can see that the end wasn't bad because it was a kind of happy ending. The show ended at a time when everything seemed to be going in the right direction.  This last season was a bit less focused on the Queen; it was about Diana's death, her children's grief, and a lot focused on Prince William. I'd like to have more of Prince Harry's screen time. However, while smaller, the focu

  You Are What You Eat is a Netflix documentary about a study with twins to evaluate the impact of food on our bodies. I love these studies with twins. I find it fascinating. Two genetically identical people are the best way to understand how things affect our bodies. Vegan vs Omnivorous In this study, one of the twins would eat vegan food for eight weeks, while the other one would eat an omnivorous diet, yet the most healthy possible, and see how that impacts their bodies. They had different measurements like weight, blood pressure, and biological age of the cells… and they wanted to see what would happen in this short period of time. I'm not a defender of a vegan diet, nor do I think meat is bad for your health, yet, due to the conditions in which our food is created, I was expecting a better impact in the vegan diet twin from the beginning. It’s about everything The show is about the study itself, but it is also about showing what is wrong with our food. You see animal farms,