2023 Author: Jessica James | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-21 03:31
Time to watch a movie! BeautyHack.ru asked the stars what films and TV shows they watch on self-isolation. Tina Kandelaki advised the best serial novelties, Anna Sedokova supplemented Tina's list and also talked about the film, which should definitely be shown to her teenage daughter (and then discuss the plot with her!).
Sati Casanova shared film projects that will distract from the situation in the world and make you better than you are. And Natalie Nevedrova has compiled a rating of the most soulful films and TV series that are worth watching again, but now in their original language.
Tina Kandelaki
media manager, founder of Ansaligy brand
“And fires are smoldering everywhere”, 2020 - present time (1 season)
Plot: Exemplary wife and mother Elena Richardson (Reese Witherspoon) decides to help eccentric artist and single mother Mia (Kerry Washington), who settles in a house next door. Two completely opposite women begin to be friends, just like their children. But then communication leads to the most ambiguous consequences. The mini-series is based on the plot of the novel of the same name by Celeste Ing, which has become a bestseller in the United States. This is a psychological drama, after watching which everyone will draw their own conclusions about the characters. Tina Kandelaki's comment: “The mini-series“And fires are smoldering everywhere”, which was released on ivi, is what you need to turn on and watch right now. The brilliant Reese Witherspoon in the role of a housewife (this is not the first time she very successfully exploits this image), who previously played the main role in "Big Little Lies", and Kerry Washington, we know from the TV series "Scandal". The hottest girls of modern cinema have come together in a series where a fire is actually smoldering!"
"Heirs", 2018 (2 seasons)
Plot: Logon Roy (Brian Cox) is the owner of the large corporation Waystar Royco. And his first heir is the eldest son. However, other relatives also want to get power. The struggle for money is accompanied by intrigues, scandals and betrayals in the circle of seemingly close people. Tina Kandelaki's comment: “The series“Descendants”can be found at“Amediatek”, and I recommend watching it too. The fate of Logan Roy (today's Frank Cowperwood) is what awaits most truly rich people in their declining years. Health and medicine allow the main character to continue his work, realizing that life can end at any moment, and there are no worthy heirs who will continue his work. Roy is the captain of his ship, on which even the closest members of his crew want to take over before the deadline and, it seems, are not ready to wait for fate to present them with their due wealth."
"New Pope", 2019 (1 season)
Plot: continuation of the TV series "Young Pope", released in 2016. In the Vatican, Pius XIII (Jude Law) is diagnosed with a heart attack. The cardinals decide to look for a new pope. The best candidate for this position, in their opinion, is John Paul III (John Malkovich). Now all that remains is to persuade him to take the position and start his duties as soon as possible.
Commentary by Tina Kandelaki: “I watched the series“New Pope”and I think that this is one of the best works of Paolo Sorrentino, although it is difficult to find works in his filmography where the master's genius would take a break. I believe that Sorrentino, along with Jude Law, did an incredible PR for the Catholic Church. Despite all the scandals, talk about pedophilia and homosexuality, the church in this series looks unbreakable and standing on a solid foundation."
"Trigger", 2018 (1 season)
Plot: psychologist Artem Streletsky (Maxim Matveev) practices an unconventional method of therapy. He believes that clients will be able to solve their problems only after they leave their comfort zone. In appearance, the psychologist seems arrogant and knows everything about life. However, he, like all people, has anxiety, fears and doubts.
Tina Kandelaki's comment: “Trigger is another very good work of the Sreda production company. I watched it on the ivi platform. In a very timely manner, psychology came into the focus of attention of producers and screenwriters. Finally, we begin to understand that it is necessary to solve the problems of residents of a large city, with which we cannot resolve on our own, with the participation of a specialist. Well, that a psychologist can be an extraordinary person who himself needs help, you will learn by watching this series."
"Epidemic", 2018 (1 season)
Plot: due to an unknown influenza-like virus, Moscow is quarantined. The main character Sergei (Kirill Kyaro) lives outside the city with a woman and her autistic son. When the situation with the virus gets worse, he decides to travel to the capital to save the life of his ex-wife and their common son. His goal is to go to an uninhabited island in Karelia to wait out the pandemic there with his loved ones.
Tina Kandelaki's comment: “And finally, the most relevant TV series to date is Epidemic. A gripping apocalyptic scenario where one person becomes the beginning of the end for all of humanity. A new unknown virus is turning Moscow into a city of the dead. Money is losing its value, and those who are not yet infected are fighting desperately for food and survival."
Anna Sedokova
singer
"Scandal", 2019
Plot: real stories of Fox News employees who accused CEO Roger Isles of sexual harassment.
Anna Sedokova comments: “ A very powerful film about discrimination against women and sexual harassment at work. The plot is based on a real story. And also in the film there is an amazing cast - Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie … After watching The Scandal, my daughter Alina and I discussed for a long time what conclusions can be drawn from what we have seen."
"A Million Little Things", 2018 (2 seasons)
Plot: in a company of friends, consisting of eight people, suicide occurs. This greatly affects every hero. And, united, they try to understand what happened and also change their lives.
Anna Sedokova's comment: “I just started watching this series just recently. If you like the topic of hidden relationships between people, betrayal and different characters, then feel free to include. Looks like This Is Us. By the way, I advise him too."
Billions, 2016 - present time (5 seasons)
Plot: Attorney Chad Rhodes (Paul Giamatti) and Wall Street financier Bobby Axelrod (Damien Lewis) are two powerful people. They constantly have to confront each other. But apart from strengths, everyone has weaknesses. The whole history of the series is based on this psychological game.
Anna Sedokova's commentary: “ The series is about VERY big money and what they do with people. I have been going to watch it for a long time and for some reason started right away with the third season. The show seemed cool, but then I went back to the first season and it got boring. Therefore, look right from the third!"
"Pose", 2018 - up to now time (3 seasons)
Plot: in the 80s of the XX century in New York, the main character is a transsexual trying to build a career as a dancer, achieve fame and recognition. But first you have to face many difficulties, start life from scratch several times and change your values.
Anna Sedokova's comment: “My favorite TV series! A series that teaches that there is always a way out and that the main thing in life is family. Even if you are not related by blood, it is important that this is a family that you created yourself. Take care of your families. Take care of what you have created."
Sati Casanova
singer, teacher of atma kriya yoga
"Capernaum", 2018
Plot: 12-year-old Zane lives in the poorest area of Beirut, looks after younger sisters and brothers, works illegally, eats what he has to, sleeps when the opportunity arises. Despite the dire conditions, he is trying to escape poverty - saving money to emigrate and suing his parents for giving him life.
Sati Casanova's comment: “Capernaum is very deep and difficult to watch, but it definitely impressed me. This film is for those who consider life idle and thoughtless. He just talks about the fact that it is completely different, that the fate of everyone develops in different ways. And the fate of the boy, the main character, is so difficult that it is a great sin for us to complain about ours."
"Legends of Autumn ", 1994
Plot: A description of the life of three brothers who are friends and support each other, as well as quarrel and compete. The main character Tristan (Brad Pitt) is in love with Suzanne (Julia Ormond), but she is forced to marry his brother. The film is based on the novel by Jim Garrison.
Sati Casanova comments: “This film is a classic of cinematographer, it is not worth watching it for fun. Plots raise the spirit of a person, help to think about important things."
"Mahabharata", 2013 (1 season)
Plot: a story about the confrontation between two clans - the good clan of the Pandava and the evil Kuarava, which took place in India about 5 thousand years ago.
Sati Casanova's comment: “I like watching TV shows, but Indian ones, from epics. For example, I recommend the series "Mahatharata" to those who want to get acquainted with the Vedic culture, its wisdom. Of all the existing stories, this is one of the most ancient."
"Sita and Rama", 2015 (1 season)
Plot: an epic that dates back to 1.2 million years ago. This story is about an example of an ideal family - Sita and Rama.
Sati Casanova's commentary: “Sita and Rama is based on an even more ancient Indian epic, Ramayama. This is a very beautiful series about love, fortitude, and faith."
"Shani Dev", 2016 (1 season)
Syuzhe: the myth of the birth, growing up and life of Shani (the planet Saturn in astrology and Indian astranomy), when people did not yet exist.
Sati Casanova's comment: “A very interesting TV series about the planet Saturn. It will appeal to those who want to understand what the planets are, what is their relationship with the Earth and people."
Natalie Nevedrova
host of the TV project "Heads and Tails"
"Age of Adaline, 2015
Plot: after a car accident, Adaline Bowman (Blake Lively) stops aging. In order not to shock people and avoid doctors' experiments on her body, she changes her passport, job and place of residence from time to time. And the moment her daughter looks like her grandmother, the heroine meets the love of her life. Natalie Nevedrova comments: “My favorite film is about love with the wonderful Blake Lively. I often revise it according to my mood when I want to experience some romantic exploits and tune in to such feelings."
Big Little Lies, 2017-2019 (2 seasons)
Plot: Four women living next door (Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, Zoe Kravets, Shailene Woodley) are involved in an accidental murder at a party. They try to stick together and not reveal their secret to anyone. Natalie Nevedrova comments: “If there are still those who have not watched this series, oh, how I envy them. In short, it's just "K". Quality. As a producer and a person who has worked in television production for a long time, I get aesthetic pleasure from every shot."
Good morning, 2010
Plot: TV producer Becky Fuller (Rachel McAdams) is faced with a series of troubles: she has neither her personal life nor her career. Leaving self-pity, Becky still starts life from scratch. The first thing she does is find work on the morning show. And now he decides not to give up, but at all costs to go towards his goal and carry out all his plans. Natalie Nevedrova comments: “A very inspiring movie. I revise it before each launch of a new project. Gives you strength and sets you in the working mood. At the end of the quarantine, I will definitely look to break into the regime with the right attitude."
"Gossip Girl", 2007-2012 (6 seasons)
Plot: the life of students of a prestigious private school in Manhattan, about which an anonymous person tells the audience on his blog. The main characters are girlfriends Serena (Blake Lively) and Blair (Leighton Meester). Natalie Nevedrova's commentary: “Now with great pleasure I am reviewing the rather old series“Gossip Girl”in the original language. He does not bother, the actors really like. For some reason, "Friends" doesn't come to me, but I want to improve the language."
