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This HBO series follows Dr. Paul Weston, a psychotherapist, through his everyday appointments. Its unusual structure lets viewers observe the gradual process of therapy over several sessions, without needing immediate resolutions. The show realistically portrays the complex relationships that develop between a therapist and their patients, and emphasizes that therapy is a process of conversation and requires time, not instant solutions.

Former ‘Glee’ star Lea Michele faced significant criticism after co-star Samantha Marie Ware publicly accused her of creating a hostile work environment. Ware claimed Michele engaged in subtle but hurtful behaviors and even threatened to sabotage her appearance. Other background actors then shared similar experiences, alleging Michele treated them with disrespect, calling them names and refusing to work alongside them. These accounts suggest a pattern of Michele using her position to belittle those with less power on the show’s set.

“The Beast in Me,” created by Gabe Rotter, is a psychological thriller about a writer struggling with loss who becomes convinced her new, wealthy neighbor is hiding something. This sets off a suspenseful game of cat and mouse between them. Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys star, with Brittany Snow appearing in a supporting role. Netflix is heavily promoting the series as a major new release this week.

Mel Gibson initially went to a casting call simply to accompany his sister and a friend. He hadn’t planned on trying out himself, and his face was badly bruised and swollen from a fight the night before, making him almost unrecognizable. The casting director, seeing his condition, took some photos, thinking he’d be ideal for a minor, rough-looking role. When Gibson returned two weeks later, looking much better, the director recognized his potential and cast him as the main character, the Road Warrior.

Directed by Akiva Schaffer, the new movie continues the silly, spoof-filled tradition of the original Naked Gun films. Liam Neeson stars as the son of Frank Drebin, alongside Pamela Anderson and Paul Walter Hauser. Paramount Pictures released the film in theaters and later made it available for streaming on Paramount+, after launching a trailer campaign to showcase its humor and creative team.

Director Alejandro G. Iñárritu and cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki filmed the stunning but harsh American landscape using only natural light. The movie tells the story of Hugh Glass, who fights for survival after a bear attack, crawling through icy rivers and snowy forests. The filmmakers focused on details like the actors’ breath and the immense, overwhelming whiteness of the scenery. This creates a powerfully realistic experience, making the viewer truly feel the cold.

This historical drama showcases the clever, low-tech spying methods used during the Cold War. Soviet agents went to great lengths to conceal cameras in common items like pens and buttons to photograph secret documents. They relied on shortwave radios and highly secure, one-time encryption codes to communicate with their superiors. The show even features a real, portable recording device used by intelligence agencies for eavesdropping. These older, analog tools prove that skill and ingenuity were often more important than modern technology in the world of historic espionage.

This action-comedy sequel follows Dan Morgan and his family on a vacation that quickly turns dangerous when a new enemy appears. Rated PG-13, the movie runs about an hour and forty-six minutes. It picks up where the first film left off, again putting the family in a thrilling and perilous situation. As an Apple Original Film, it debuted on the streaming service in late November.

After World War II, three soldiers return to their hometown, but life has changed them forever. One struggles to fit back into his privileged family, while another finds himself in an unhappy marriage and unable to find work. A third, who lost both hands in the war, must learn to cope with his physical limitations and how others see him. The story beautifully connects their experiences, showing the common difficulties veterans face when trying to rebuild their lives. It’s a powerful and insightful look at the emotional journey of returning from war and becoming a civilian again.