The Crimson Petal and the White is a four episode TV series offered on Acorn TV that fascinates and engages. London during the Victorian period has never appeared so realistic and raw, so atmospheric and Dickensian.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Paradise’
Just as folks are discovering Mr. Selfridge, along comes The Paradise.
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The new CBS primetime drama series Vegas brings Dennis Quaid back to the small screen as real-life Nevada Sheriff Ralph Lamb.
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Pfieffer and Friend headline Stephen Frears’ latest film, which elevates typical “period piece” expectations with high production values and great performances.
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Experience the Second World War with Michael Kitchen as DCS Christopher Foyle in this wonderful mystery series from across the pond.
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