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More web-series reviews… The Lincoln Lawyer – 3 seasons so far. Need a lawyer? Call Mickey Haller. He runs his law practice out of his Lincoln, and he's ready to hit the gas. Moving through Los Angeles, he takes cases while balancing a private life that includes being a father and having two ex-wives. A review from IMDB... I am in love with this series. Complete 3 seasons in 3 days. Very excited for seasson 4. Mickey Haller Chracter is very good. It is best suspence series and lawyer series I have ever wathced. *A Gripping and Unforgettable Ride: A Review of "The Lincoln Lawyer" Series* The Netflix series "The Lincoln Lawyer" is a masterclass in storytelling, with a perfect blend of intrigue, suspense, and courtroom drama. Based on Michael Connelly's bestselling novel of the same name, the show follows the story of defense attorney Mickey Haller, played by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, as he navigates the complexities of the Los Angeles justice system. Fro...

More web-series reviews… 1000 Babies – Came in 2024.  Enter a cradle of mysteries where a man with a dark past manipulates multiple lives through a series of cryptic letters and deadly games. A review from IMDB... An intriguing psychological crime investigation thriller narrating a social crime committed by a medical servant. The plot of the story is about a retired head nurse who has committed heinous crimes during her service and how the law and order system deals the chaotic situation to curb the persisting havoc forms the storyline. Najeem Koya and Arfouz Irrfan has layered the story in 7 episodes giving clear character arc and detailing to the performers in the web series. The plot idea conceived for the movie would have definitely crossed the minds of viewers at some crucial moments in their lifetime. 😨 The story is very engaging except for the flat writing in the climax sequence. The movie should be binge watched in a single sitting with headphones for an enthral...

More web-series reviews…   Criminal Record – Came in 2024.  Follows two brilliant detectives in a tug of war over a historic murder conviction and the quest to find common ground in a polarized Britain. A review from IDB... Stellar leads make for great viewing As Episode 1 of "Criminal Record; 2024 release from the UK; 8 episodes ranging from 43 to 53 min) opens, we are in London, and introduced to Chief Inspector Hagerty, who does an Uber-like gig on the side for extra money. In a parallel story, a woman is calling 999 (the British equivalent of our 911) to report domestic abuse by her boyfriend. Along the way, the caller makes an astonishing revelation about a crime committed in 2012... At this point we are 10 minutes into Episode 1. Couple of comments: this crime mini-series is the brainchild of British writer and producer Paul Rutman ("Indian Summers"). Here he brings the story of how a Black man may ha...

More web-series reviews… A Killer Makes a Call – Came in 2024.  Documentary. Shocking murder cases where the person who makes the call is actually the murderer. Unravel the sequence of events that lead up to the call and the investigation to determine the identity of the murderer and how they were caught. No reviews on IMDB. A summary of one episode... The chilling true-crime series A Killer Makes a Call returns, taking a unique approach to investigating murder. Each episode begins with the actual recording of a 999 call, often made by the perpetrator themselves. This week’s case centers on Robert Brown, a British Airways pilot, whose call to emergency services follows a brutal attack on his ex-wife, Joanna. The series utilizes this call as a starting point, piecing together the events leading up to the crime and the subsequent investigation. Brown’s call, placed after he struck Joanna 14 times with a claw hammer, capture...

More web-series reviews… Wallander – Ran from 2005 to 2013. 32 episodes of 1h 30 minutes each. A Swedish cop in a small town by the Baltic coast. Based on Henning Mankell detective books. A review from IMDB... Both the first series of Swedish TV's Wallander and the second collection of British TV's interpretation have recently been aired on British TV, and whilst they share a number of elements and qualities (locations, excellent filmatography, thoughtful and impressive 'takes' on the central figure of Kurt Wallander), it's the differences that seem to separate a good television drama from an outstanding one. Obviously the two productions differ in a number of basic ways and it's worth highlighting these as a given. For the most part Swedish Wallander uses Mankel's stories as inspiration, creating unique plots per episode, whilst British Wallander uses the source material and thus far has for the most part faithfully adapted 6 of Mankel's books ...

More web-series reviews… Bench Life – Came in 2024, Tamil webseries. Explores the lives of a couple of engineers on the bench in an Indian IT firm. A review from IMDB... "Bench Life" is not just a web series; it's an authentic and heartfelt portrayal of the unsung phase in an IT professional's journey - the bench. Directed by the exceptionally talented Manasa, this five-episode series (each around 40 minutes) marks her debut, and she has delivered with remarkable finesse. The storyline is crafted with precision, offering a perfect balance of humor, realism, and emotional depth, all tied together with well-placed hooks that keep the audience eagerly awaiting the next scene. The standout aspect of the series is its music and lyrics. The songs are not just background scores; they are integral to the narrative, each carrying profound meaning and blending seamlessly with the emotions on screen. Every frame refl...