Josh Lezmi
Josh is an entertainment writer and editor at Thought Catalog.
The 9 Most Highly-Anticipated New Releases Coming to Netflix This November
Whether you’re in need of a little historical drama, a high-octane action spectacle, or a window into the life of one of Hollywood’s most notable members, Netflix in November has got you covered with must-see movies and series. ‘All the Light We Cannot See’ November 2 | Series All the Light We Cannot See is […]
The 7+ Most Stylish TV Characters of All Time — No Fashion Faux Pas Here
She had style. She had flair. That’s how she became a TV icon. Skipping through the streets of the Upper East Side in Manolo Blahniks. Catering to children in checkered mini-skirts and fire engine red turtle necks. Charming men in form-fitting silhouettes with exaggerated shoulder pads. Demanding the respect you deserve in cheetah print and […]
Our 3 Favorite and 3 Least Favorite Hormone Monsters in ‘Big Mouth’
Who’s your favorite hormone monster? From the early onset of puberty to the insatiable sexual appetites akin to blossoming teenagers and the awkward interactions that define the middle-school halls, our hormone monsters have been with our Big Mouth kiddos since the start. Whether jumping on their emotional rollercoasters with unconditional support or snarkily judging their […]
‘Fellow Travelers’ Review: Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey Bring the Heat
A decades-spanning, sizzling tale of forbidden love wrapped up in the political happenings of the ’50s Red Scare to the ’80s AIDS crisis. From the Oscar-nominated writer/producer behind Philadelphia and Homeland Ron Nyswaner comes Fellow Travelers — based on the Thomas Mallon novel of the same name. The narrative chronicles the romance between State Department […]
‘When Time Got Louder’ Trailer Breakdown and Backstory
From Connie Cocchia — the writer, director, and producer behind the shorts Awake and The Art of Being Fine — comes the full-length feature film When Time Got Louder. The coming-of-age drama premiered in Canada in 2022 but will be released in U.S. theaters on November 17, 2023. The film follows Abbie Peterson, who departs […]
What to Expect From Each Episode of ‘American Horror Stories’ Season 3 — “Feed Your Fears”
Everything we know about ‘American Horror Stories’ Season 3. You’ll be clutching your metaphorical pearls. American Horror Stories, a spin-off of the Ryan Murphy-helmed horror anthology American Horror Story, dives into different narratives — from the grotesque and grisly to the suspenseful and sensual — with each episode. The first two seasons gave viewers a […]
‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ Fans Celebrate Verna
Mike Flanagan’s latest Netflix original horror series, The Fall of the House of Usher draws inspiration from Edgar Allan Poe’s story of the same name — using it as a narrative framework for an eight-installment miniseries wherein each episode adapts a different Poe tale or poem. Roderick and Madeline Usher run Fortunado Pharmaceuticals — a […]
Is the Upcoming Showtime Series ‘Fellow Travelers’ Based on a Book?
Showtime’s upcoming series Fellow Travelers featuring White Collar star Matt Bomer and Bridgerton alumn Jonathan Baily is a decade-spanning saga that follows the seductive, risky, and volatile relationship between political staffers Hawkins Fuller (Bomer) and Tim Laughlin (Bailey). The two fall in love at the height of the 1950s Lavender Scare: a moral panic about […]
Every Edgar Allan Poe Story & Poem to Read Before Streaming ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’
Time to read some Poe. And, a word to the wise: don’t read too late at night. Horror auteur Mike Flanagan’s latest masterpiece for Netflix, The Fall of the House of Usher, is based on multiple short stories and poems by legendary gothic fiction writer Edgar Allan Poe. Flanagan employs The Fall of the House […]
‘The Exorcist: Believer’ Is a Critical Flop — Why?
What are critics saying about ‘The Exorcist: Believer?’ Where did it go wrong? The highly-anticipated follow-up to the 1973 film The Exorcist, The Exorcist: Believer sees the return of Academy-Award-winning actor Ellen Burstyn in one of her most celebrated roles as the protective and petrified mother, Chris MacNeil. The 2023 film eschews the several sloppy […]
What To Expect From Season 4 of ‘Only Murders in the Building’
Season 3 of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ ended with a bang. What’s on the docket for season 4? Season 3 of Only Murders in the Building expanded the show’s horizons, taking viewers to the Broadway stage to imbue the comedic whodunnit with a fresh atmosphere following two seasons stuck inside the walls of the […]
Revisiting 10 Iconic Quotes From ‘Mean Girls’ To Celebrate October 3
It may be hard to choose the ten quotes that best represent ‘Mean Girls,’ but we did our best… “On October 3, he asked me what day it was. It’s October 3rd.” A mere five seconds in the classic teen comedy has become synonymous with the 2004 flick — even leading to October 3 becoming […]
Horror Fans Remember ‘The Exorcist’ Ahead of Upcoming Direct Sequel ‘The Exorcist: Believer’
‘The Exorcist’ is one of the best horror films of all time. Fans of the genre celebrate the movie ahead of ‘The Exorcist: Believer’ release date. 1973’s The Exorcist remains one of the most formative horror films of all time — influencing demonic possession narratives for decades to come. With The Exorcist: Believer coming to […]
Everything We Know About the Upcoming Netflix Original ‘Leave the World Behind’
‘Leave the World Behind’ should be a unique take on the over-stuffed apocalyptic space. The apocalyptic thriller Leave the World Behind — featuring an all-star ensemble including Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, and Mahershala Ali — follows a family (Roberts and Hawke) who “leaves the world behind” for a summer getaway in Long Island. They’re looking to escape […]
Is ‘The Boys’ Spinoff ‘Gen V’ Canon?
Is ‘Gen V’ canon to ‘The Boys’ Universe? Is the series based on comic book source material? Prime Video dropped the first three episodes of Gen V on September 29, 2023 — with the remaining five episodes set to air weekly until November 3. The series is a spinoff of the twisted superhero tale The […]
The Inspiration Behind the Upcoming Todd Haynes Film ‘May December’
Everything we know about the upcoming Todd Haynes film May December, starring Oscar-winners Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman. Known to experiment with form and narrative structure while spotlighting societal issues and complex interpersonal dynamics, the filmmaker behind Far From Heaven, Dark Waters, Carol, and The Velvet Underground, Todd Haynes, is back to direct May December. The film, […]
Our 3 Favorite and 3 Least Favorite ‘Sex Education’ Characters in Season 4
The fourth and final season of Sex Education dropped on Netflix on September 21, 2023. And, in eight installments, the series tied up a couple of narratives with pretty pink bows — as it flourished with empathy, inclusivity, and a heaping dose of idealism. The show introduced a handful of new characters while further developing […]
‘Spy Kids: Armageddon’ Review: A Little Less Magic but Just as Much Heart as Its Predecessor
‘Spy Kids: Armageddon’ is a heartfelt and trouble-free adventure that almost lives up to the original series. In the early 2000s, Robert Rodriguez penned and directed the original Spy Kids franchise. Alexa Vega and Daryl Sabara starred as two children whose lives change overnight when they discover that their parents are actually secret agents working for […]