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The Shade (2023) is not your typical horror film. While it certainly has its share of chilling moments, it's far more than just another dumb jump-scare flick. This is a film with a powerful message, one that explores the dark and often taboo subjects of grief, mental illness, and family trauma.

What sets The Shade apart is its allegorical approach to horror. The entity that haunts the characters is more than just a monster; it's a representation of the destructive cycle of depression and suicide that can plague families for generations. This metaphorical layer adds a depth and complexity to the film that elevates it above standard horror fare.

The film follows Ryan, a young man struggling to cope with the recent loss of his father. As he grapples with his own grief and anxiety, he begins to see a terrifying vision that no one else can see. This vision leads him down a dark path, forcing him to confront a hidden family secret that has been buried for years.

The Shade is a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll. It's a haunting and thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche, and it's sure to spark important conversations about mental health and the importance of seeking help.

If you're looking for a horror film that is both terrifying and meaningful, The Shade is definitely worth checking out.

NBC's new Peacock series, "The Day of the Jackal," bursts onto the screen with all the high-stakes tension and stylish intrigue of a classic Bond film or a "Mission: Impossible" adventure. Right from the opening credits, the show oozes cinematic quality, drawing you into a world of espionage and suspense.

This modern reimagining of the classic Frederick Forsyth thriller (and subsequent film) wastes no time in establishing its premise: a mysterious and highly skilled assassin known only as "The Jackal" is hired to eliminate a high-profile target. The cat-and-mouse chase that ensues is gripping, with the Jackal always seeming to be one step ahead.

One of the show's greatest strengths lies in its casting. Edward Holcroft is chillingly effective as the Jackal, conveying both a steely determination and an unsettling ambiguity. Meanwhile, [Lashana Lynch brings a fierce intensity to her role as the determined agent on the Jackal's trail. The chemistry between the actors is palpable, adding another layer of depth to the already compelling narrative.

While the season is still unfolding, "The Day of the Jackal" has all the ingredients for a thrilling success. The plot is intricate, the action sequences are expertly choreographed, and the performances are top-notch. My only hope is that the writers can maintain this momentum and deliver a satisfying conclusion to this high-stakes game of cat and mouse. If they stick the landing, "The Day of the Jackal" could become a new flagship series for Peacock.

The morning after watching "Joker: Folie à Deux" on streaming, I'm still reeling, not from the brilliance of the film, but from the sheer audacity of its existence. It felt like a cinematic gut punch, not in the way a profound film leaves you breathless, but in the way you'd feel after being sucker-punched in a dark alley.

The film's biggest sin is its utter disregard for the source material. It takes the iconic characters of Joker and Harley Quinn and twists them into something unrecognizable. This isn't a "Joker" movie; it's a grotesque parody of one.

I'm angry that I wasted my time on this film. I'm angry that it tarnishes the legacy of the original "Joker." And I'm angry that it's probably going to go down as the worst sequel to an Academy Award-winning predecessor that has ever existed.

This isn't a true sequel; it's a cinematic abomination. Avoid it at all costs.