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First Reaction – Bad Influence is the by-the-book streamy thriller.

In the inner circle of the unpredictable Conrad Harrigan, it’s clear that Harry Da Souza isn’t an innocent bystander; in fact, he’s been responsible for more killings within the first six episodes of the Harrigan crime syndicate than any other member. Moreover, his loyalty to the Harrigans has taken a toll on his personal life, causing him to neglect his wife and child, and even endanger their lives. Despite these negative aspects, Harry’s talent and composed demeanor have earned him an intriguing appeal as a TV character. However, that charm is rapidly fading.

In the sixth episode of “Hacks” season 4 titled “Mrs. Table,” Hannah Einbinder’s character Ava Daniels undergoes a significant transformation, hitting a personal and professional tipping point. The conflict with her comic mentor and boss, Deborah Vance (played by Jean Smart), which started in the first two episodes of season 4, has led Ava to assert her authority as the head writer for Deborah’s new late-night show. However, despite being worthy of this position, episode 6 begins to expose the cracks in Ava’s inexperienced facade that fuel an explosive workplace crisis.

Eli Craig’s latest slasher film, titled “Clown in a Cornfield,” tells the story of a teenage girl who steps into a time-warp town and encounters a conflict between the traditional and modern world through its music. This movie is an adaptation of Adam Cesare’s 2020 novel with the same title. The film boasts a talented cast including Kevin Durand, Will Sasso, Aaron Abrams, and Katie Douglas, who delivers a breakout performance as Quinn Maybrook, a Philadelphia girl relocated to the rustic town of Kettle Springs. In this new setting, Quinn and her friends soon find themselves in a dangerous encounter with an ominous reinterpretation of the town’s mascot, Frendo the Clown.

In the ’90s, during the Dragon Ball Z series, Gohan underwent a significant transformation following the Cell Saga, which led to a loss of focus and personality that many fans found disappointing. These fans had grown particularly attached to Gohan’s story, especially those in the West, as he was portrayed as youthful, spirited, and out of his depth. For many Americans, Gohan served as their initial introduction to Dragon Ball, fostering a deeper connection compared to Goku initially. It was disheartening for fans to witness Gohan’s decline in significance after the Cell Saga, a development that may have been influenced by Akira Toriyama’s own lack of fervor for Gohan’s character compared to the audience’s enthusiasm.

In my opinion, I’m really looking forward to the Season 2 finale airing on May 8 at 9 p.m. ET and available for streaming the next day with a Paramount+ subscription. The episode is titled “Ramen Holiday,” where I find myself in the same prison as some of the killers I helped put behind bars. One of these killers will meet their end, making my situation even more complicated while my friends work tirelessly to secure my release from prison. Interestingly enough, the roster of killers was revealed prior to news breaking about my incarceration, and it’s packed with an impressive lineup of talent!