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The Best of Netflix Words: Rosie Moorhouse
NARCOS
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Narcos is a crime television drama based on the true story of the US and Colombian battle against the Medellin cartel during the cocaineinflicted drug war in the 1980s. The ten episode drama, which was released on Netflix in August, follows the rise and fall of Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar and is told largely from his viewpoint. American Drug Enforcement Administration agent, Steve Murphy, is sent on a mission to capture and ultimately kill Escobar.
This drama focuses on a group of eight individuals from around the world who suddenly find themselves mentally connected. A violent vision brings the strangers together and they gain a shared ability to connect to each other’s thoughts and actions. The first season delves into the background of all the characters as they try to figure out why they have been brought together. An intense thriller that explores identity, sexuality and gender.
BLOODLINE Bloodline, which was released earlier this year, and revolves around the dark secrets lurking beneath the surface of the Rayburn family who run a beachside hotel in Florida. When the son of the respected family comes home for the 45th anniversary of running the hotel, he threatens to expose the hidden secrets from the past and loyalty is put to the test.
HOUSE OF CARDS
Ruthless and cunning is the best way to describe Frank Underwood, a malign Washington power broker who seeks revenge. After being passed over for appointment of Secretary of State, he plans to gain greater power with the help of his wife.
SCREAM Scream is a sequel to the popular feature film series. Released exclusively in the UK, the ten episode first season starts with a brutal murder which is the result of a cyber bullying incident. From this moment, a group of teenagers turn into the victims of a killer and they become lovers, suspects and targets along the way. Add this murder mystery to your Netflix list and start unraveling the killer’s identity.
MUST SEE MOVIES!
PAN
Released 16 October An adaption of Peter Pan. Levi Miller plays Peter who has lived in a London orphanage his whole life. He is whisked away to a magical kingdom called Neverland where he meets James Hook and Tiger Lily. Together they battle the evil Blackbeard in order to save Neverland from danger.
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SPECTRE
Released 30 October In the 24th James Bond movie to date, Bond, is led by a cryptic message to uncover the existence of and confront the sinister organisation ‘SPECTRE’. As Bond journeys towards the centre of SPECTRE, he find a connection between himself and the enemy he seeks.
STEVE JOBS
Released 13 November The pioneering founder of Apple, Steve Jobs, played by Michael Fassbender, takes viewers behind the scenes at three iconic product launches. His trials and triumphs are explored and this intimate portrait reflects the passionate force behind the digital revolution. A real must watch!
THE HUNGER GAMES:MOCKINGJAY PART 2
Released 20 November Katniss Everdeen returns to the torn nation of Panem to fight in an all-out revolution and confront President Snow. Katniss, along with her friends from District 13, risk their lives and face extreme challenges in the battle against the dictating Capitol.