The White Lotus S3 Review – Tantalizing, Provocative, A Must See Indulgence
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- Published on Friday, 29 August 2025 12:13
- Written by Janet Walker
The White Lotus, from HBOMax, presents another installment in the widely popular destination, dramady as a new cast of players arrive at the luscious White Lotus Resort in Thailand, for a week of intrigue, adventure, and sex.







Ballard, from Prime, presents a Bosch spin-off that introduces shunned detective Renee Ballard, now regulated to basement and a newly formed cold case division, along with a unique group of volunteers who set out to bring solve the unsolvable.
Countdown, from Prime, presents a fast action, binge worthy, crime drama as a special federal task force is formed, after a daylight execution of an undercover Department of Homeland Security, to find the killer and uncover the motive.
Reacher, from Prime, returns to the screen with Season Three as the former military special investigator so traumatized by duty, he has dropped off the grid, continues to stumble into corruption and fight the good fight.
Nutcrackers, from Hulu, presents a holiday dark comedy as four siblings are on the verge of being placed in foster homes after the death of their parents, just days before Christmas, unless their self-obsessed uncle has an awakening.
True Detective: Night Country, from HBO, presents a compelling and unusual crime drama, that begins at a remote research science facility in Alaska's furthest regions, where night lasts three months, and slowly unearths the deep-frozen secrets.
Thelma The Unicorn, a Netflix original, delivers a magical adventure, as a regular farm pony with big talent, through a twist of fate, finds herself living her wildest dreams, in an against all odds story of triumph.
Hollywood Con Queen, from Apple TV, brings to the screen an explosive limited series that unpacks a complicated and layered money scam detailing a master manipulator, preying on the dreams and aspirations of talent around the world.
Ahead of the Curve, from Wolfe Releasing and Netflix, brings to the screen an insider's look into the life of "Curve Magazine," the first glossy magazine dedicated to the lesbian lifestyle, that brought together a population.
Society of the Snow, from Netflix, brings to the screen a recreation of the fateful Flight 571 carrying a Uruguayan soccer team and their companions that crashed in the Andes Mountains enroute to Santiago, Chile in 1972.
Rustin, a Netflix Original film, brings to the screen the story of Bayard Rustin, a black gay man, who is credited for organizing the 1963 March on Washington in under eight weeks, a feat all believed was impossible.
May December, a Netflix Original, presents an over top look of two worlds, the process of an actress to inform her character and the subject, an ex-con married to her former student in a headline grabbing scandal.
Rain Dogs, from HBO, present a toxic dramady of an unconventional love story in London between a working-class single mum, her 10-year-old daughter, and a privileged gay man and the seedy worlds that won't release them.
Reacher, from Amazon, Paramount, and Skydance Production, brings to the screen a strong second season that reunites Reacher and his former military team, in a race against time as they investigate the systematic murders of their unit.
The Monkey King, a Netflix original, brings to the screen an animated story of an abandoned Monkey who is forced to find his own way while understanding his destiny is bigger than the small borders of his village.
Father of the Bride, from Warner Bros., and HBOMax, presents an innovative twist on a classic film as it moves to the Miami heat and introduces the story through the fiery passion of the Latin American culture.
Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, streaming on Prime, presents an explosive and globetrotting final season as the CIA team works to intercept and disband the newest threat to national security, which exposes involvement at the highest levels.
The White Lotus, from HBOMax, presents a racy and provocative dramady that introduces a new cast of players, each arriving at the stunning White Lotus resort located on the intoxicating Mediterranean Sea, for a week of adventure.
The Last of Us, from HBOMax, brings to the screen a post-apocalyptic world initiated by the fungi Cordyceps, that gained access to the global food supply and within a day infected civilizations turning mankind into monsters.
The Lazarus Project, from TNT, brings to the screen an intriguing, contemporary, science fiction, series that introduces a secret global organization who can turn back time each time the world confronts the threat of extinction.
White House Plumbers, a limited series from HBO MAX, takes on the infamous Watergate Scandal and unpacks the treasure trove of government secrets, the truth behind the lies, and provides just enough clues to reawaken sleeping theories.
The Tower, steaming on Brit Box, a fresh crime drama from London focuses on unraveling the conspiracy surrounding the death of a police veteran and a local Muslin teen, and the rookie who witnesses the crime.
TEMPLE S2, from Topic Studios, continues the shocking and intriguing story of Daniel Milton and Lee Simmons, who once operated an underground clinic, and slowly erased all ethical boundaries as they desperately tried to hide their actions.
Mark your calendars! CBS' #1 Daytime Drama for 35 consecutive years, The Young And The Restless, welcomes back beloved fan favorite Shemar Moore for a special appearance on Monday, May 8, in celebration of Y&R's 50th Anniversary.
Daisy Jones & The Six, from Amazon Prime, presents a rock and roll musical drama based loosely on the rock band Fleetwood Mac, and tells a fictionalized story of life as a music star in the 1970s.
Silent Road, from Topic Studios, presents every parent's nightmare, a mysterious man kidnaps a school bus of children from the city's most affluent neighborhood, demanding an impossible ransom, while the police work to track the kidnappers.
Causeway, from Apple Original Films and A24, brings to the screen a story of hope, and loss in an intimate portrait of a soldier struggling to adjust to her life after returning home to New Orleans.
The Spectacular, from Topic Studios, presents the true story of a series of escalating and brutal Irish Republican Army (IRA) attacks on British citizens in the 1980s in Limburg, Netherlands, as they fought for independence.
Lady Chatterley's Lover, from Netflix films, brings to the screen a story of two definitive sides of love, an alluring, intoxicating, passion, and the deep unfathomable rote emptiness that it can become when it is lost forever.
Mickey: The Story of a Mouse, from Walt Disney Animation, presents a delightful story of the origins of Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney's dream, and Mickey's continued evolution influenced by societal turbulence and changes in the entertainment industry.
The Swimmers, a Netflix original film, tells the true story of the Syrian refugee swimmers, Yusra and Sarah Mardini, and their journey as they fled their homeland, leaving behind their family, for a safer and new life.
Dough, from Topic Studios, brings to the screen a Swedish crime series about a botched robbery, five million euros, a failing bakery and two women, who through happenstance, meet and are ready to grab the second chance.
The Wonder, a Netflix original film, brings to the screen a psychological thriller set in 1800s Ireland, that pits devout religious beliefs against medicine and science and mixes grief and sorrow with a belief in the ultimate sacrifice.
All Quiet on the Western Front, a Netflix Original, presents a visually arresting tale of World War I, that follows four young men eager to leave their village for the excitement of war on the front.
Conversations With a Killer: The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes, a three-part series from Netflix and Director Joe Berlinger, presents an intimate portrayal of an American serial killer, his victims, and the police ineptitude that enabled him.
The Enforcer, from Screen Media, presents a story of redemption as an aging mob enforcer reaches his limits and decides to destroy the criminal enterprise he helped build and rescue his replacement before he gets trapped.
White Sands, from Topic Studios, an original limited series, presents a light crime drama as two undercover detectives pose as a married couple while investigating the unsolved murder of the brother of a German politician in the seaside village.
100 Foot Wave, from HBO Max, presents the journey of big wave surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara’s and his global quest to find and conquer the 100-foot wave, and how it transforms his life and the sport.
Murder at the Cottage: The Search for Justice for Sophie, from Topic Studios, presents the true crime docu-drama surrounding the murder of French TV producer Sophie Toscan du Plantier and the hunt for her killer.
Mothering Sunday, Compartment 6 and Nine Days are a few of the newest SONY Pictures Classics Blu-Ray/DVD releases, and for those who prefer more insightful films, recent documentary releases include The Human Factor and Who We Are.
Monstrous, 11th Hour Cleaning and 9 Bullets are a few of the newest Screen Media Blu-Ray/DVD releases, and for those who prefer feel-good films, recent releases include Off the Rails and Brian Wilson – Long Promised Road.
Gold, from Screen Media, presents the story of blinding greed as two drifters stumble on the largest gold nugget ever found, that feeds distrust and the need at all costs to survive in the harsh desert conditions.
Tyson’s Run, from Universal Home Entertainment, presents the touching story of an autistic boy who, through sheer chance and dedication, finds a passion he didn’t know he possessed and helps bridge the growing divide in his family.
Julia, from HBO Max, presents a delightful sampling of the early days of her television series, as she navigates the changing times, the success of her French cookbook and the bold decision to pursue her dreams.
The Survivor, from HBO Pictures, presents the story of Harry Haft, an Auschwitz survivor, and one of the first survivors to tell of the horrors as a prisoner, and his effort to find life after unspeakable tragedy.
Our Father, a Netflix, and Blumhouse Television original, brings to the screen a riveting reenactment of bad medicine, religious hypocrisy,
A Very British Scandal, a three-part Amazon Original series, presents the public shaming of the Duchess of Argyll during her divorce proceedings as the British media brutally shame and denigrate her for her liberal sexual attitudes.
Conversations With a Killer: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes, a three-part series from Netflix and Director Joe Berlinger, presents an intimate portrayal of an American serial killer, his victims, and the police ineptitude that enabled him.
Bad Vegan, a Netflix four-part documentary series, presents a modern Manhattan con, complete with high rollers, big money, new age mysticism, vegan cuisine, and the unlikely mark, Sarma Melngailis who became the center of this unbelievable scam.
RESPECT, from MGM and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, presents a musical biopic of Aretha Franklin, from her childhood in Detroit, a sexual assault that left her pregnant at 12, and her hard-won victories to reach her destiny.
House of Gucci, from MGM and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, brings to the home screen an alluring look into the decadent life and lifestyle of the name behind one of the most luxurious brands in high fashion.
Against The Ice, a Netflix Original film, brings to the screen the true story of Danish explorers Ejnar Mikkelsen and Iver Iversen, who survive the harsh conditions of the Artic while securing the evidence proving Greenland is one island.
Reacher, from Amazon Prime, brings to the screen a binge worthy television series that introduces audiences to a new Jack Reacher, built and ready for action only to be suddenly arrested and framed for attempted murder.
Book of Love, an Amazon original film, presents a comical
CODA, from APPLETV+, presents the story of life for a hearing child of deaf adults, as she navigates her own struggles trying to find her place in the world, and the ingrained obligations for her family.
The Novice, from IFC Films, presents the story of a collegiate female rowing athlete, driven, dedicated, obsessive, determined to be the best, who undertakes an intense physical and psychological journey to make the varsity team.
The Lost Daughter, a Netflix original, presents the story of choices as a single college professor on vacation becomes intertwined with another vacationing family and finds herself suddenly reliving her own past choices as a young mother.
Munich -The Edge of War, a Netflix original film, presents the story behind the tense negotiations in Autumn 1938 as Britain's Prime Minster works to prevent impending war and stop Hitler from unleashing his war machine.
The Power of the Dog, a Netflix original motion picture, presents a captivating story of hidden emotions, inner torment, revenge, abuse, and escapism as four lives become intertwined and the intensity to hide exposes their true selves.
7 Prisoners, a Netflix original program, presents a twist on the story of human trafficking as four young men are duped into believing they are receiving employment, only to be held captive and forced into slave labor.
Stillwater, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, brings to the screen the story of justice, of hope against all hope, and a father who will stop at nothing to find the killer who framed his daughter.
The Killing, a Topic original series, presents an intriguing, contemporary, murder investigation, the two detectives united in finding the killer, a local politician caught in the middle, and a growing suspect pool all with hidden agendas.
Catch and Kill: The Podcast Tapes, from HBO, brings to the screen the intimate behind the scenes personal interviews with with whistleblowers, journalists, private investigators, and other sources, conducted by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Ronan Farrow.
BOSCH, from Amazon Prime, the L.A. detective series that has captivated audiences for six seasons is launching what is rumored to be its last, LA Homicide detective name Bosch works to solve an arson case which led to murder.
Flack, from Amazon Prime, begins its second season with a binge-worthy deep dive into the world of celebrity Public Relations, tackling the ongoing antics which lands their clients in jail, in rehab, while battling their own implosions.
Follow the Money, a Topic original series, brings to the screen an intriguing, contemporary, corporate drama as the high stakes' European energy market, becomes center stage in this entertaining whodunit thriller set across three captivating seasons.
Solos, from Amazon Studios, brings to the screen a series of seven episodic features each focusing on the future of humanity as it integrates the advancement of technology into society and the effects on our daily life.
Dark Woods, a Topic original limited series, presents the compelling crime drama that focuses on the disappearance of the sister of a high-ranking Hamburg police officer, and the detectives who get stuck on a suspect without evidence.
PANIC, an original Amazon Prime limited series, brings to the screen an exciting, suspenseful summer series which follows a group of teens as they undertake a dangerous post-high school graduation ritual which holds the keys to freedom.
The Underground Railroad, an Amazon original series, brings to the screen an emotionally raw historical biopic on the underground railroad, which transported slaves to freedom in 1800s America, and a runaway slave followed by a bloodhound bounty hunter.
Pray Obey Kill, from HBO Documentary Films, presents a limited series detailing the true crime story involving a Pentecostal Christian community, personal power trips, sex, adultery, cruel and vicious cold-blooded murder under the banner of God's will.
Tina, from HBOMAX, brings to the screen the fabulous Tina Turner, a hard-working, rocking, reflective and honest survivor, a word which would probably make her cringe as it reflects the ever-present lurking shadow of a past life.
Made You Look A True Story About Fake Art, from Netflix, presents a suspenseful and compelling crime thriller, set against the restricted world of Manhattan society, international wealth, affluence, and the magnetism of the exclusive art world.
The United States vs. Billie Holiday, a Hulu original film, presents the story of the FBI campaign mounted against her to stop her from bringing attention to the continued murders and lynching of the southern Negros.
The Investigation, from HBO and Warner Media, presents a harrowing story into the investigation of the murder of Kim Wall, the Swedish Journalist slaughtered while on assignment, and the team of detectives dedicated to finding the truth.
One Night in Miami, an Amazon Original Film, presents the story of a single historic night in February 1964 when four of the most celebrated and controversial black leaders of the day gathered to celebrate and reflect.
Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer, an original Netflix docu-series, brings to the screen the story behind the manhunt for serial killer Richard Ramirez who terrorized Angelenos for fourteen months beginning in June 1984.
The Trial of the Chicago 7, a Netflix original film, present a true account of one of the most tumultuous seasons in history and the subsequent events that focused the global attention on a small courtroom in Chicago.
American Murder: The Family Next Door, a Netflix Original, presents the tragic story of the demise of a marriage, an unsuspecting wife, two loving daughters, which somehow veered off track into a sinister and unbelievable end.
Agents of Chaos, from HBO Max, unpacks, in this two-part series, the chaotic and never ending 2016 election, by taking the viewers behind the scenes to beginning of the Russian disinformation campaign that ultimately influenced the election.
Challenger: The Final Flight, from Netflix, brings to the screen for the first time an insightful, informative, and investigative series on the causes behind the 1986 explosion, those who died and explores both human and mechanical failures.
I Am Woman, from Quiver Distribution, presents the story of international recording artist, Helen Reddy, her manager husband, Jeff Wald, and their rise from the dingy Manhattan hotel to the Beverly Hills mansion, and the dramatic, shocking, fall.
Serengeti, from the Discovery Channel, present a six-part documentary series on Africa’s majestic geographical region as seen through the eyes of the many wild animals who make their home in this grand and impressive land that time forgot.
The Outpost, from Millennium Media and Screen Media Films, presents the true story of the epic battle of Kamdesh, an Afghanistan outpost, and the heroic soldiers who held the line against facing sure death the Taliban invasion.
Robert The Bruce, from Screen Media Films, brings to the screen the story of Scotland’s fight for freedom against England’s powerful army, of hopelessness after repeated defeats, despair, sacrifice, determination, and the cost of freedom and independence.
How to Fix A Drug Scandal, a four-part Netflix original investigative series, exposes staggering twin drug testing scandals within the Massachusetts state crime lab testing centers, and the two chemists whose actions caused shock waves throughout the judicial system.
The Irishman, a Netflix original film, presents the story of mob hit man Frank Sheeran, and his rise from hustling truck driver to Teamster's Union enforcer and Jimmy Hoffa confident and Number two man in the Bufalino crime family.
TNT, a division of WarnerMedia Entertainment, has renewed its powerhouse drama Animal Kingdom for a fifth season. The popular series continues to grow its fanbase, reaching nearly 18 million viewers this season so far across all platforms.
Otherhood, a Netflix original, began its streaming release following the premiere screening held at The Egyptian theater in Hollywood where to the enjoyment of invited guests cast members, including Angela Basset and Patricia Arquette, also attended.
Pennyworth, a new streaming series from Epix TV, MGM’s premium cable network on Amazon Prime, brings to the screen the story of Alfred Pennyworth and his introduction into the world of espionage in an emerging modern London.
Someone Great, a Netflix original film, tells the story of three friends, in a magical city, who for more than a decade were the other’s lifeline and suddenly the hard work paid off, and man was it disruptive.
Recently, Dreamscape Immersive, located at Century City Westfield Mall, introduced members of the local media to the dynamic world of immersive Virtually Reality which allows guests to be transplanted into the middle of a world that doesn't exist.
The Highwaymen, a Netflix original, presents the true story of two Texas Rangers and the race against time to capture of Bonnie and Clyde, the most notorious killers in the history of law enforcement, before they kill again.
Close, an original Netflix film, brings to the screen a contemporary race against time thriller as a complicated heiress and a reluctant bodyguard team up against a team of hired hit men who are determined to kill them.
Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle, from Netflix and Warner Bros. Pictures, brings a darker tale of Rudyard Kipling's timeless classic to the screen with Mowgli, challenged, broken and returning to protect the only family he has ever known.
Outlaw King, from Netflix, Sigma Films and Anonymous Content, presents the historical and epic odyssey of bravery, triumph, heartache and separation as the 14th century Scottish King hunted by the English Army used the land they desired to defeat them.
Fifty years ago, amid the turmoil of 1968, there was Arthur Ashe, an athlete who parlayed his fame as the first black man to win the US Open tennis championship into a lifetime devoted to fighting injustice.
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The Alienist, from Turner Studio T, presents turn of the century Manhattan, and the seedy underside of the immigrant age, as power muscles its way to dominance, others are forced into slavery, in the midst a killer emerges.
Call My Agent, from Mon Voisin Productions and Mother Productions, the quirky, genuinely funny, behind the scenes business entertainment industry French television series streaming to American audiences through Netflix is gearing up for Season Two.
Sin City Justice is taking the court system to a whole new level bringing the prosecution system into living rooms on a weekly basis as the star and D.A. Steven Wolfson and his powerhouse team prepare major criminal cases.
Africa’s Hunters from Smithsonian Earth invites viewers into this world-renowned wildlife haven to witness the around-the-clock challenges for survival of some of Africa’s fiercest predators often manifesting into stolen kills, intimidation and even cub snatching.
Hailed as “gripping, powerful, and epic ” (Scott Mantz, “Access Hollywood”) Academy Award®-winning* director Robert Zemeckis’ (Forrest Gump, Cast Away) seductive thriller ALLIED makes its home entertainment debut on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD and On Demand February 28, 2017 from Paramount Home Media Distribution.
David Attenborough’s Planet Earth II has become the most-watched nature show in history and it hasn’t even made it to the USA yet. The BBC show is set to premiere in America on February 18, 2017. The six episodes cover diverse landscapes across the globe, and Exodus has a trip to every one.
The sinking of the RMS Titanic has been the subject of countless investigations. Now, explosive new photographs have surfaced containing shocking revelations about a series of shortcomings which contributed to the legendary ship’s tragic sinking.
From humble beginnings in 1999, when people could subscribe to get movies delivered to their door, to an entertainment juggernaut worth over
Filmmaker Sharon Shattuck answers all these questions in From This Day Forward, a deeply intimate, honest and inspiring feature documentary about her experiences as the daughter of a transitioned father and a mother who remain committed to their marriage.
Smithsonian Earth, the subscription video streaming service from Smithsonian Networks(TM) that delivers spectacular original nature and wildlife content, will feature the award-winning one-hour 4K film
XOXO, a Netflix original film, presents a modern romance against the backdrop of a SoCal mega Rave festival filled with near misses, close encounters of the Coachella kind, vibrant, fluorescent winter gardens and the magic of music.
Independence Day: Resurgence, the epic sequel from disaster virtuoso Roland
Fill up the Mini-Van, load the camping gear, hit the highway and settle in for a summer of fun, travel, and unforgettable adventures or just tune in Sunday, August 28 at 8p.m. for 
Independence Day, the 1996 Sci-Fi epic from Director Roland Emmerich and Fox Home Entertainment, recently released a newly restored theatrical and extended cut Blu-Ray DVD with the Digital HD version out on June 6, 2016.


