10 Most Underrated Mafia Series You Need to Watch

For numerous decades, shows centered around the Mafia and mob lifestyle have held viewers spellbound, skillfully blending themes of personal loyalty with moral complexity and creating intricate portraits of power and deceit. Historically, these narratives were primarily associated with Italian or Irish-American criminal organizations, but the genre has grown more inclusive, embracing a variety of stories and viewpoints that add depth to its narrative. Shows such as The Sopranos and Narcos paved the way for intricate, character-focused explorations of crime, and since then, numerous other series have emerged, pushing the boundaries and providing fresh insights into the emotional and cultural repercussions of organized crime.

James Bond Had a Christmas Movie 55 Years Ago

In terms of Bond portrayals, George Lazenby’s solitary appearance in the title role was once deemed cheesy, excessively dramatic, and lacking authentic emotional depth. This perception wasn’t improved by his acting in just one James Bond film, preventing viewers from witnessing a broader spectrum of his talent. Nevertheless, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service boasts several truly impressive scenes, and given its snow-covered landscapes, polar bears, and Christmas decorations, as well as its debut in December 1969, it can be viewed as a unique James Bond holiday special, making it an ideal choice for seasonal viewing.

Keanu Reeves Action Thriller ‘Speed’ Finds New Streaming Home Next Month

“Got a surprise for Speed movie enthusiasts! Catch Keanu Reeves’ top-rated action movie streaming from December 1st. That’s right, the classic Speed directed by Jan de Bont boasts an impressive Tomatometer rating of 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, just slightly ahead of another beloved Reeves flick, John Wick: Chapter 4 (94%) as per the current count.

Jeff Goldblum Gushes About His First Time Meeting Scarlett Johansson As Her Jurassic Movie Approaches: ‘She Was Full Of Beans And Teeming With Life’

In the increasingly vast Jurassic universe, we’re encountering odd professional connections that typically occur in a series lasting 31 years and boasting a succession of top-tier talent. Interestingly, the ensemble of the hit musical Wicked, currently dominating box offices worldwide, includes none other than Jeff Goldblum, a Jurassic Park legend, and Jonathan Bailey, slated for next year’s Jurassic World Rebirth. One might assume they share many stories about their shared franchise, but to my surprise, when I broached the subject, they bypassed Jurassic entirely and instead discussed Scarlett Johansson at length.

Paul Schrader Regrets Making His ‘Exorcist’ Prequel

As a cinephile, I must admit that one of the most peculiar collaborations between filmmaker and project has been my own with “Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist.” To this very day, I still question the decision to take on this task, given the legendary status of the original “Exorcist” – a horror masterpiece that left an indelible mark on cinema during the revolutionary 1970s. It was enticing to bring aboard a screenwriter and director who made waves during that epoch, like myself, with my contributions to films such as “Taxi Driver,” “The Yakuza,” and “Rolling Thunder.