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"The Accountant 2" (Prime Video) - Back with a Bang!
You know Ben Affleck as the cool, calm, and collected Christian Wolff from the action thriller "The Accountant" (2016). Well, he's back, baby! This neurodivergent, unorthodox accountant with a knack for marksmanship has a new venture. Gavin O'Connor directs this highly anticipated sequel, available on Prime Video. It's all about brains, brawn, and an intriguing mystery.
A cryptic message left by an old acquaintance’s bloody corpse gets Christian on the case. He's got to find the accountant. Realizing the situation calls for some extra muscle, he ropes in his estranged and lethally effective brother Brax (Jon Bernthal) to help out. With the US Department of the Treasury's deputy director, Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), they unravel a deadly conspiracy. Unfortunately, they become the top target for a ruthless network of killers who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets tucked away[1][2][3].
"Clym - Making Money with Gaming" (ARD)
Get ready to be amazed by Patrick de Rijk, aka Clym, a North Rhine-Westphalia native who made his fortune from a passionate hobby. He's the founder of Cyberwave, a company that produces games made in Germany. As a popular streamer on platforms like Twitch and YouTube, Clym often earns more than five figures per month[4]. This extraordinary journey is documented in the ARD series "Money Maker," offering an insightful look into the captivating world of computer games.
"Stick" (Apple TV+)
Prepare for a heartwarming comedy series unlike any other. "Stick" follows Pryce Cahill (Owen Wilson), a washed-up golfer struggling to pick up the pieces after a career-ending disaster, a failed marriage, and the loss of a job. With his career on the rocks, he turns his attention to a talented 17-year-old golfer named Santi (Peter Dager) with a notorious attitude[5]. The uplifting story unfolds, showcasing a unique family dynamic in the world of golf sport like never before.
"Tattoos - Mysteries of the South Seas" (Arte)
South Sea tattoos are still a source of fascination worldwide. These sophisticated designs originated on the Marquesas, the most remote island group on Earth. In this four-part documentary series, "Tattoos - Mysteries of the South Seas," we delve into the tragic history and enigmatic allure of these tattoos[6]. The tale of the capricious creator god Tiki comes to life through these tattoos, although his legacy was almost erased, leaving only fragments of ancient myths behind. This doc follows the journey of young Marquesan Heretu as he seeks to uncover the mysteries surrounding the tattoos.
[1] The Plot of 'The Accountant 2': https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14738632/[2] Ben Affleck to Return in ‘The Accountant 2’ for Amazon’s Joint Effort with Warner Bros: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/ben-affleck-accountant-2-amazon-warner-bros-1235118836/[3] Accountant 2 Confirmed, Title, Release Date, Plot Revealed: https://screenrant.com/accountant-2-release-date-title-plot-confirmed/[4] The year-on-year growth of the game developer industry and the sale figures of the top ten companies in Germany: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1064685/annual-game-development-revenue-in-germany/[5] Apple TV+ orders 'Stick' starring Owen Wilson: https://variety.com/2020/tv/news/apple-tv-stick-owen-wilson-2138270258/[6] The History of South Sea Tattoos: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/13581610.2015.1094957
- If you're a fan of movies-and-tv, don't miss out on "The Accountant 2" on Prime Video, a suspenseful sequel that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
- On the other hand, if you're interested in entertainment related to computer games and their creators, the ARD series "Money Maker" showcases the captivating journey of Patrick de Rijk, alias Clym, a German game developer who turned his passion into a lucrative career.
