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Rainy Day Movie & TV Recommendations | Autumn 2025

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · 12d

Rain outside? Perfect. 🌧️
Check out these cosy-to-creepy films that match the mood. 🎬💀
youtu.be/0ge1bQF-LQc?...

Devils, Monks, and Cookies: Exploring Italy’s Secret Monasteries | Part 1

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · 16d

Monks, mystery, and a devil in a cage...
This road trip through Italy’s monasteries might surprise you.
youtu.be/cObMUBmetsY?...

Spooky Season’s Best 90s Thrillers for a Chilling Watch 👻🍁

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · 27d

90s thrillers are just what I need this spooky season. 🎬🎃
Which ones did you watch?
youtu.be/bN5mMNgeDpM?...

How to Deliver an Epic Sci-fi Show | Foundation season 3 Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Oct 1

Still thinking about the Foundation season 3 finale...
youtu.be/WHfD3-YF2L4?...

What To Do in Helsinki in 24 Hours 🇫🇮

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Sep 19

Helsinki in a day? 🇫🇮
It’s totally doable with this mini travel guide. ☕
Check it out & leave a comment!
youtu.be/92MSwe8FEJE?...

AI, Dystopias & Time Loops: Sci-Fi You Need to See

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Sep 9

🔍 I dug through some seriously overlooked sci-fi from 2025 and beyond. 🎬
Let me know your thoughts on these recommendations and feel free to suggest other films!
youtu.be/jl675fwRwSg?...

8 Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Finland

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Sep 2

Living in Finland is not all saunas and snow! 🇫🇮❄️
Here’s what no one told me before moving… 📦📃
youtu.be/hhj5vI2LU1g?...

The Hidden Sci-fi Gem You Missed | Foundation Apple TV Spoiler Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Aug 15

Who's watching Foundation Season 3?
I absolutely love it.
The best sci-fi out there, right now.
youtu.be/p8y3dvjxw8w?...

Better Than Most 2020s Sci-Fi Films | Tron: Legacy Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Aug 12

I totally agree!

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Aug 11

Rewatching Tron: Legacy was a whole different experience compared to the first time!

To be honest with you, it's better than some 2020s sci-fi. 👀

Watch my review on The Stories' Eater YouTube channel and let me know your thoughts!
#tronlegacy #tron #tronares
youtu.be/o6g7JYJCyR0?...

Italy in Helsinki? 🇮🇹 Summer Festival + Island Trip! 🇫🇮

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Aug 6

Ever seen Italy in the heart of Helsinki? 🇮🇹🎶
Join me for food, ferry rides and summer heat like never before 🛳️🔥 (I hate the heat!)

- Little Italy Festival
- Pentala Island trip (Espoo archipelago boat)
youtu.be/keslD5pwdKg?...

Korean Sci-Fi but Make it Cosy | Lost in Starlight Review | Netflix

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Aug 5

Dreamy visuals, analog tech, and a hopeful space sci-fi.
Here's my Lost in Starlight (Netflix) Review. 👇
youtu.be/gUrdxfQC7N4?...

The Hidden Sci-fi Gem You Missed | Foundation Apple TV Spoiler Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Aug 1

If you're into cinematography (and photography), but you're not watching Foundation on Apple TV+, you're honestly missing out.
I'm mesmerised by each and every shot.
youtu.be/p8y3dvjxw8w?...

Everything Great About The Sandman – Season 1 & 2 Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 27

We need to talk about The Sandman.
My review (S1 and 2) is live on The Stories' Eater YouTube channel. 👇
youtu.be/-OuIMWaxe1M?...

Avoid the Tourist Traps 🇮🇹 Do This Instead

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 23

🇮🇹 Trieste, Italy, Beyond the Tourist Map
3-Day Local Itinerary

See the city through local eyes 🌇
I’m sharing panoramic spots, helpful tips, and small details most guides skip 📍🗺️
youtu.be/AormIKeTL14?...

The Hidden Sci-fi Gem You Missed | Foundation Apple TV Spoiler Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 23

I'm here, shouting into the void 😅 youtu.be/p8y3dvjxw8w?...

The Hidden Sci-fi Gem You Missed | Foundation Apple TV Spoiler Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 21

I've been trying to tell everyone it was worth watching 😅 glad you're all caught up youtu.be/p8y3dvjxw8w?...

Italy in Movies vs Reality 🇮🇹 My Honest Thoughts as an Italian Woman

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 21

What does cinema get wrong about Italy? 🇮🇹🎥
Exploring stereotypes, culture & identity through a personal lens. (Reviewing Nonna and La Dolce Villa).
youtu.be/8FSUjiood6E?...

The Hidden Sci-fi Gem You Missed | Foundation Apple TV Spoiler Review

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 14

I'm a little too excited for Foundation season 3...
So here's my review of season 1 and 2. 👀

If you're watching the weekly releases, let's chat about Foundation here, on Threads, or in the comments section of this video.
Live now on YouTube. youtu.be/p8y3dvjxw8w?...

10 Culture Shocks from 🇮🇹 Italy to Finland 🇫🇮

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 11

If I could only choose one mug, this would be it.
Bold, warm and detailed. 🔥

I love to get lost in minuscule details that can only be found in nature. With the Solar petals mug you can admire them everyday while holding your tea. 🍵
Available now! 👀

www.rahel-t-dires.com/product-page...

Left side Solar petals photo mug on a beach background (summer collection).

The photo on the mug shows the close up of an orange, yellow and red flower with many small petals.

Right side Solar petals photo mug on a beach background (summer collection).

The photo on the mug shows the close up of an orange, yellow and red flower with many small petals.

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 9

What shocked you when you first moved to a new country?

It could even be a simple and cute little thing you noticed and that made you smile.

Here are my top 10 Culture Shocks, Finland edition 🇫🇮
youtu.be/VurfJjcm63w?...

Mid-Year Review | Best & Worst Movies and TV Shows of 2025 (So Far)

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jul 7

I tracked everything I watched this year, using Trakt and @notion.com
Here's my Mid-Year review, with ratings, comments and recommendations. 👀

What's at the top and bottom of your list?
youtu.be/WaSa68g8PXQ?...

What It’s Like to Celebrate Juhannus | Seurasaari, Helsinki 2025 🇫🇮

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jun 25

Let me share some midsummer magic with you. 🔥
Juhannus 2025 in Seurasaari, Helsinki Finland.
youtu.be/qOrR5Vopy8w?...

Summer TV Shows? My Favourite TV Shows Accidentally Fit the Description

Rahel | The Stories' Eater @thestorieseater.bsky.social · Jun 24

10 TV Shows you may not expect from a Summer TV Recommendations video. 👇
youtu.be/sRKWYfdloFw?...