Tonight marks the conclusion of American Crime: Season 2—one of television’s most provocative dramas. This season tackled themes of sexuality, economic disparity, and social hierarchy. It’s raw, honest storytelling, supported by outstanding, EMMY-worthy performances. Let’s take a look at ten gripping moments that had me at the edge of my seat. Note: It was difficult to only pick ten! “911. What’s your emergency?” Who doesn’t remember the opening scene of season 2? The sequence featured a transcription of a mother’s emotional call to 911. Within seconds, I was instantly hooked.
Gina Rodriguez is a goddess. She radiates kindness and warmth whenever she speaks or writes something (peruse her twitter account, and you will see her respond to fans with kin words, encouragement, and empowerment). She’s also funny (her comedic timing on Jane the Virgin is stellar), not afraid to look silly (check out this Instagram post), and she’s obviously pretty. Needless to say, she’s at the top of our Woman Crush Wednesday list! Gina Rodriguez burst onto the Hollywood scene by starring in The CW’s Jane the Virgin. I started
Fiddler on the Roof holds a special place in my heart. I can even measure my childhood in moments with this musical, whether dancing around the house with my sister and a pair of brooms while singing “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” crying over the film as a preteen, or participating in a choral production of it as my swan song to high school. I am not alone in my enthusiasm for this deeply moving musical gem– Fiddler on the Roof has been repeatedly cited as one of the most popular American musicals since its Broadway debut
Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is the heartwarming story about Michael “Eddie” Edwards, a British ski-jumper who dared to dream—even when no one believed in him. As a child, Eddie (played by Taron Egerton) struggled with leg and knee issues. He was never the most gifted athlete but had the heart of a champion. His dream was always to be an Olympian. When he’s cut from the Olympic ski team, Eddie travels to Germany to test his skills as a ski-jumper. There he meets Bronson Peary (played by