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Caught in a thrilling cinematic sandwich, with Sophie Thatcher’s “Companion” and Stephen King’s latest, “The Monkey,” there lies an entertaining (and amusing) slice of horror: “Heart Eyes.” If you appreciate the blend of chills and laughter in your horror movies, or if you’re seeking a movie that doubles as an engaging choice for date nights, this one could be right up your alley.

For the sake of this discussion, I’ll refrain from revealing any spoilers about “Heart Eyes.” So, feel free to continue reading as I express my thoughts on this unique take on the romantic slasher genre. Trust me, there’s a lot to talk about!

Despite the showrunner’s earlier statements about Stellaride’s family journey, I must admit that I struggled to picture Chicago Fire with its main couple raising a baby. Given the complications in Dawson and Casey’s pregnancy during their days on the show, and considering Stella’s important role as Truck lieutenant, it seemed like an unexpected turn of events. (You can re-live the Dawsey seasons by subscribing to Peacock now.)

If “By Design” resembles a film by Amanda Kramer, that’s because it does – the movie is steeped in her distinctive flair for drama, exaggerated acting, and the captivating, neon-infused noir aesthetic that transforms it into something more akin to performance art than conventional narrative cinema. Kramer’s work has consistently revolved around the blurred lines of artifice, identity, and performance, as evident in “Give Me Pity!”, where a single-woman televised variety special evolves into a surreal examination of ego and self-destruction, or “Please Baby Please”, an intensely stylized, gender-bending investigation into sexuality and societal expectations set against the backdrop of 1950s gang violence.

This drama’s unexpected surge in popularity is quite contrasting to its performance during its initial run. In financial terms, it managed to earn only $15.7 million globally against a production budget of $50 million. Critically, the film didn’t receive much praise either, as evidenced by its 37% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Despite its lackluster box office earnings and minimal critical acclaim during its initial release, this drama has surprisingly gained popularity. The movie made only $15.7 million globally against a production budget of $50 million, and currently holds a 37% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

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