FX’s Grotesquerie Gives Ryan Murphy a New Horror Canvas

Image: FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP (Getty Images) Since 2009, Glee co-creator Ryan Murphy has had one foot in the horror door with FX’s American Horror Story. That series has since gone on for 12 seasons and birthed its own spinoff, while Murphy himself has been busier with other projects like Dahmer and The Watcher for Netflix. … Read more

The True Story Behind FX’s ‘Shōgun’

The Big Picture Shōgun is a historical drama based on James Clavell’s novel, focusing on sailor John Blackthorne’s experiences in Japan and the power struggle among various leaders. The novel is inspired by the real-life story of William Adams, a sailor who traveled to Japan in the 1600s and played a crucial role in Japan’s … Read more