The perfect early 2000s movie to watch if you love Severance on Apple TV+
With its surreal exploration of identity, memory, and emotional disconnection, Severance on Apple TV+ has turned out to be one of the most ambitious and …
Andy Meek is a reporter based in Memphis who has covered media, entertainment, and culture for over 20 years. His work has appeared in outlets including The Guardian, Forbes, and The Financial Times, and he’s written for BGR since 2015. Andy's coverage includes technology and entertainment, and he has a particular interest in all things streaming.
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This was the jaw-dropping comment from TikTok’s CEO that probably sealed the app’s fate in the US
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These are Netflix’s five biggest TV seasons of all time – two of which still surprise me
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