real-life
adjective
: existing or occurring in reality : drawn from or drawing on actual events or situations
real-life problems
real-life drama
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This real-life story of betrayal, manipulation, and premeditated murder inspired the new Spanish thriller A Widow’s Game (La Viuda Negra), premiering May 30 on Netflix.
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Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 30 May 2025
The film tells the story of real-life UFC legend Mark Kerr, with Johnson landing the lead role.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 30 May 2025
For Salaverry, who plays the wrestler The Reina, the filmmaker adjusted the character from the original script version to one closer to her real-life persona.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
Sirens Set-Up Inspired by Metzler’s original play that itself took inspiration from a real-life experience and place, Sirens stars Milly Alcock, Meghann Fahy, Julianne Moore, and Kevin Bacon.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
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Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 30 May 2025
The film tells the story of real-life UFC legend Mark Kerr, with Johnson landing the lead role.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 30 May 2025
For Salaverry, who plays the wrestler The Reina, the filmmaker adjusted the character from the original script version to one closer to her real-life persona.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
Sirens Set-Up Inspired by Metzler’s original play that itself took inspiration from a real-life experience and place, Sirens stars Milly Alcock, Meghann Fahy, Julianne Moore, and Kevin Bacon.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
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“Real-life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/real-life. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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