Just like any good drama, the best TV shows make a compelling story with intriguing, complex characters who take bold risks, employ smart strategies, and are brought low (if only temporarily) by devastating setbacks. These are the factors that draw us in and keep us coming.
Wondering what to watch? Check out our picks for the best movies of May 2021 - some for the sheer entertainment factor, others for how emotional they are!
Netflix’s Oasis saves its biggest twists for the finale, revealing the truth behind Helena’s attack, Celia’s disappearance and the conspiracy that nearly destroyed innocent lives.
Set in a luxury resort where a young woman’s disappearance turns everyone into suspects, Oasis begins with intrigue and tension but gradually falls into familiar thriller territory.
Netflix’s Husbands in Action pairs an ex-husband and a current husband on a chaotic rescue mission. While the cast’s chemistry delivers plenty of laughs, the film struggles to fully capitalize on its brilliant premise.
Anchored by another excellent performance from Colin Farrell, Sugar Season 2 delivers a gripping noir mystery filled with emotional stakes, atmospheric storytelling, and intriguing character development.