Judy Manning

Dream chaser extraordinaire! Judy tends to be a tad sarcastic and kind of goofy! She is an avid admirer of all things supernatural, paranormal, celestial and mystical. She loves to read, write, and watches way too much TV. She enjoys many genres of film and music (and let's be honest, most music from the 80s). She also has a wicked sweet tooth. Cupcakes beware.

Most commented posts

  1. Advance Review: Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Final Season, Ep 1 “Rispetto” — 11 comments
  2. TV News: TNT’s Adventure Series THE LIBRARIANS Returns November 20 — 6 comments
  3. #SOA Review: Sons of Anarchy “Fruit for the Crows” – Death threats, tempers flaring, and “strange fruit hanging” in trees — 6 comments
  4. Paleyfest 2011 – Supernatural: I almost missed it! — 5 comments
  5. Advance Review: @Syfy #ParanormalWitness , Season 1 Premiere “Emily the Imaginary Friend” and “Lost Girl” — 4 comments

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May 18 2016

TV News/Trailers: CBS Announces Its 2016-2017 Primetime Lineup

TV News/Trailers: CBS Announces Its 2016-2017 Primetime Lineup 1

CBS today unveiled its 2016-2017 primetime lineup, featuring three new comedies, five new dramas and 21 returning series. New Comedies include “Kevin Can Wait,” “Man With a Plan,” and “The Great Indoors.” New Dramas include “Bull,” Training Day,” MacGyver,” “Pure Genius,” and “Doubt.”

May 18 2016

TV News: TNT Orders Pilot for New Political and Social Drama CIVIL

Directed by seven-time Emmy® nominee Allen Coulter, Civil takes place in the wake of a hotly contested Presidential election, as America finds itself plunging uncontrollably into a modern day Civil War.

May 16 2016

TV News/Trailers: FOX Announces New Primetime Series For 2016-17 Season

TV News/Trailers: FOX Announces New Primetime Series For 2016-17 Season 2

UPDATED: THURS 6/16/16 – Fall Premiere Dates Announced UPDATED: Fri 5/20/16 – REVISED SCHEDULE FOX ANNOUNCES FALL PREMIERE DATES FOR THE 2016-2017 SEASON  “GOTHAM” AND “LUCIFER” RETURN MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19  “BROOKLYN NINE-NINE,” “NEW GIRL” AND “SCREAM QUEENS” BEGIN TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20  NEW DRAMA “LETHAL WEAPON” AND SEASON THREE OF “EMPIRE” LAUNCH WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 “ROSEWOOD” …

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May 15 2016

Penny Dreadful – “Good and Evil Braided Be” Review. Ulterior Motives.

<i>Penny Dreadful</i> – “Good and Evil Braided Be” Review. Ulterior Motives. 3

The title of this episode, “Good and Evil Braided Be,” befits the content. There is light and dark, good and not so good, mingled throughout; however, the tone of “Good and Evil Braided Be” rings more of a filler episode, giving us background on a few characters and providing tidbits of what’s to come. If you are squeamish about blood, there is a scene or two that may cause you a little discomfort.

May 11 2016

Movie Trailer: Momentum Pictures NO STRANGER THAN LOVE Starring Alison Brie, Colin Hanks, Justin Chatwin

Movie Trailer: Momentum Pictures <i>NO STRANGER THAN LOVE</i> Starring Alison Brie, Colin Hanks, Justin Chatwin 4

What is stranger than the big hole that opens up in Lucy Sherrington’s living room floor? As it turns out, love. Opening in theaters and on VOD Friday, June 17, 2016

May 10 2016

TV News: TEEN CHOICE AWARDS 2016 Returns July 31.

TV News: <i>TEEN CHOICE AWARDS 2016</i> Returns July 31. 5

Starting TODAY, Fans To Choose Official Surf Board Design and Suggest Ideas for New Award Categories. Read for more details!

May 10 2016

Casting News: Michelle Fairley and Jodie Comer Cast In Starz Series THE WHITE PRINCESS

Casting News: Michelle Fairley and Jodie Comer Cast In Starz Series <i>THE WHITE PRINCESS</i> 6

“The White Princess” tells the story of one of the most fascinating periods of British history, spanning the winter court of Henry Tudor – uniquely from the women’s point of view. The most ruthless players in history will stop at nothing to support their own causes and those of the ones they love. Starz announced that Michelle Fairley (“Game of Thrones,” “Rebellion”) will play the role of Margaret Beaufort in “The White Princess,” the follow-up to the critically-acclaimed STARZ Original Miniseries event “The White Queen,” from Company Pictures. Up-and-coming actress, Jodie Comer (“Doctor Foster,” My Mad Fat Diary”) also joins the cast as Princess Elizabeth of York. Adapted from Philippa Gregory’s best-selling novel of the same name and part of The Cousins’ War book series, “The White Princess” tells the story of England’s War of the Roses from the perspective of the women. The 8-episode limited series drama will begin shooting on location in Bristol, England later this year.

May 10 2016

TV News: Syfy Greenlights Superman Prequel KRYPTON To Pilot

TV News: Syfy Greenlights Superman Prequel <i>KRYPTON</i> To Pilot 7

Syfy announced it has greenlit to pilot KRYPTON, the much-anticipated Superman prequel set two generations before the destruction of the legendary Man of Steel’s home planet. KRYPTON will follow Superman’s grandfather — whose House of El was ostracized and shamed — as he fights to redeem his family’s honor and save his beloved world from chaos.

May 10 2016

MOVIE TRAILER: Zombot Pictures Presents HONEYGLUE

MOVIE TRAILER: Zombot Pictures Presents <i>HONEYGLUE</i> 8

In theaters June 3 (NY) and June 10 (LA). A modern love story without labels. After learning that she has three months left to live, Morgan turns her protected middle class life upside down. That’s when she meets Jordan, a rebellious, gender-defying artist and together they embark on an adventure of a lifetime.

May 08 2016

Penny Dreadful – “Predators Far and Near” Review. Danger Is Closer Than You Think.

<i>Penny Dreadful</i> – “Predators Far and Near” Review. Danger Is Closer Than You Think. 9

“Predators Far and Near” certainly ends with a shocking revelation. Two characters that didn’t appear in the season premiere make their entrance as they emerge from a horse drawn carriage. Sir Malcolm and Kaetenay make their way across the ocean to the Americas in hopes of finding Ethan. We learn where the good Dr. Henry Jekyll works when he shows his dear friend Victor Frankenstein exactly what he can do for Lily. And the most intriguing story lines of “Predators Far and Near” revolves around Vanessa, Dr. Seward, and Dr. Alexander Sweet.

May 07 2016

Grimm – “Bad Night” Advance Review. What the Heck Is Going On?

<i>Grimm</i> – “Bad Night” Advance Review. What the Heck Is Going On? 10

I can’t be the only Grimm fan out there who is baffled by what’s been happening. The group of Wesens known as “Black Claw” has their hands deep into the proverbial cookie jar that is Portland. I thought Sean (Sasha Roiz) was playing the part to get his daughter Diana (Hannah R. Lloyd) back but unfortunately, he has apparently drunk heavily from the Black Claw Kool-Aid pool and believes in their cause. Has he been brainwashed? The young Diana proves to be more calculating than I imagined. Initially, I believed she had been programmed to follow Black Claw’s beliefs but I’m now wondering whether she’s the one helping them change people’s minds.

May 06 2016

Video/Comic-Con News: CON MAN Is Coming to Comic-Con HQ

Video/Comic-Con News: <i>CON MAN</i> Is Coming to Comic-Con HQ 11

Con Man centers on the post-show life of Wray Nerely (Tudyk), the co-star of “Spectrum,” a sci-fi TV series canceled before its time that later became a cult classic beloved by fans. Wray’s best friend, Jack Moore (Fillion) starred as the series’ Captain and has gone on to become a major celebrity, while Wray continues to struggle to find his big break. While Jack enjoys the life of an A-lister, Wray is the begrudging guest of sci-fi conventions, comic book store appearances and different pop culture events. The series explores these events and all the crazy and real things that happen behind the scenes in the world of fandom.

Season 1 will be available via Comic-Con HQ next month, following the platform’s beta launch on May 7th, Free Comic Book Day.

May 05 2016

TV News: Spike and TWC-Dimension Television Announce Director Adam Bernstein Will Direct Premiere Episode of THE MIST

TV News: Spike and TWC-Dimension Television Announce Director Adam Bernstein Will Direct Premiere Episode of <i>THE MIST</I> 12

Adam Bernstein, an award-winning and critically-acclaimed television and film director, will serve as Director and Executive Producer for the premiere episode of Spike’s new scripted series, “The Mist.” From TWC-Dimension Television (TV) based on the classic Stephen King novella, “The Mist” goes into production this summer and airs in 2017. “The Mist” tells a harrowing story about a seemingly innocuous mist that seeps into a small town and creates immense havoc.

May 04 2016

TV News: Seth MacFarlane to Create, Exec Produce, Star In New Hour-Long Live-Action Comedic Drama Series For FOX

TV News: Seth MacFarlane to Create, Exec Produce, Star In New Hour-Long Live-Action Comedic Drama Series For FOX 13

Set to debut in 2017-18 season, FOX has ordered 13 episodes of a new hour-long, live-action comedic drama series created and executive-produced by Emmy Award winner Seth MacFarlane (FAMILY GUY, “Ted”), who is also set to star. From 20th Century Fox Television, the UNTITLED SETH MacFARLANE PROJECT, is a comedic drama set 300 years in the future. It follows the adventures of the Orville, a not-so-top-of-the-line exploratory ship in Earth’s interstellar Fleet. Facing cosmic challenges from without and within, this motley crew of space explorers will boldly go where no comedic drama has gone before.

May 02 2016

TV News: Discovery Channel’s SONIC SEA, Narrated by Rachel McAdams, Premieres May 19

TV News: Discovery Channel's <i>SONIC SEA</i>, Narrated by Rachel McAdams, Premieres May 19 14

SONIC SEA travels beneath the ocean’s surface to uncover the damaging consequences of increased ocean noise pollution and what can be done to stop it. Narrated by Academy® Award-nominated actress Rachel McAdams and featuring interviews with marine ecologists, ocean life experts, and wildlife activists, including Grammy Award-winning musician, human rights and environmental activist Sting, SONIC SEA highlights how noise from a range of man-made sources has affected whales in recent years, including the mass stranding of whales around the planet. The film uncovers how better ship design, speed limits for large ships, quieter methods for underwater resource exploration, and exclusion zones for sonar training can work to reduce the noise in our oceans and stop the deaths of our ocean’s beloved creatures, as long as society has “the political will to solve it.”

Apr 29 2016

Grimm – “The Taming of the Wu” Review. Were-Wu of Portland.

<i>Grimm</i> – “The Taming of the Wu” Review. Were-Wu of Portland. 15

The title of my review pays homage to Warren Zevon’s song, “Werewolves of London,” as it runs through my mind. Yes, ladies and gents, what we’ve seen happening to our beloved Sgt. Wu (Reggie Lee) these past few episodes finally comes to light for all to see – Wu is a werewolf. “Taming of the Wu” doesn’t just deal with Wu’s transformation after being scratched by an infected Blutbad in “Lycanthropia;” it also delves a bit deeper into the group known as “Black Claw,” and the lengths they are willing to go in order to get certain people on their side. The interesting part of the entire episode is how the young and quite impetuous Diana (Hannah R. Lloyd) behaves when things don’t go her way. Talk about temper tantrums!

Apr 29 2016

Penny Dreadful – “The Day Tennyson Died” Review. Fresh Wonders and Diabolical Secrets.

<i>Penny Dreadful</i> – “The Day Tennyson Died” Review. Fresh Wonders and Diabolical Secrets. 16

Scattered throughout the Arctic, Africa, London, and the New Mexico Territory, our beloved anti-heroes return to the screen after ten long months. As the title of season three’s premiere suggests, the poet Lord Alfred Tennyson has died. Vanessa (Eva Green), however, is unaware of such news as she has entombed herself in her own wearisome malaise. Some time has passed since the traumatizing events that took place in the season two finale, “And They Were Enemies,” and with all her friends dispersed, Vanessa is unable to lift herself from her doldrums. “The Day Tennyson Died” is layered with five stories dealing with Vanessa, Sir Malcolm (Timothy Dalton), Ethan Chandler (Josh Hartnett), Victor Frankenstein (Harry Treadaway), and John Clare (Rory Kinnear). Each story reveals something much bigger that lies ahead this season.

Apr 25 2016

TV News: Showtime, David Lynch, and Mark Frost Reveal Official Cast of the New TWIN PEAKS Premiering 2017

TV News: Showtime, David Lynch, and Mark Frost Reveal Official Cast of the New <i>TWIN PEAKS</i> Premiering 2017 17

David Lynch and Mark Frost are revealing a key piece of the mystery: the official cast of the series. Written and produced by series creators and executive producers David Lynch and Mark Frost, the new TWIN PEAKS is directed entirely by David Lynch, and will premiere on SHOWTIME in 2017, on-air, on demand and over the internet. 217 cast members appearing in the new TWIN PEAKS for SHOWTIME include Golden Globe® winner and Emmy® Award nominee Kyle MacLachlan, who returns as FBI Agent Dale Cooper.

Apr 25 2016

TV News: Eli Roth Returns As Host of Late Night Talk Show SHARK AFTER DARK Starting June 26-30

TV News: Eli Roth Returns As Host of Late Night Talk Show <i>SHARK AFTER DARK</i> Starting June 26-30 18

Eli Roth is back for more shark n’ awe. The award-winning film director, producer, writer and actor (“Inglourious Basterds”, “The Green Inferno,” and “Knock Knock”, amongst other projects) returns as host of SHARK WEEK’s hit late-night talk show Shark After Dark for a second year in a row. SHARK WEEK, television’s longest running and most anticipated summer event kicks off Sunday, June 26, and for five consecutive nights, Roth will bring his unique style to Shark After Dark and make his mark on SHARK WEEK with celebrity guests, shark fans and shark experts, among many others.

Apr 23 2016

Grimm – “Good to the Bone” Review. The Good Son?

<i>Grimm</i> – “Good to the Bone” Review. The Good Son? 19

To be frank, “Good to the Bone” isn’t for the squeamish. If you have any qualms with sound effects involving slurping and/or regurgitating noises, you may find yourself gagging a little as this Wesen story unfolds. Once again, another crime has been committed involving Wesen. It seems Portland is overrun with Wesen that somehow manage to find themselves involved in illegal activity. Did the writers forget that humans still exist in the world? I’m all for introducing new Wesen but now they’ve taken one of my favorite people, Sgt Wu. (Reggie Lee) and have transformed him into something non-human. Wu-Wolf.

Apr 22 2016

TV News: MTV Renews The Shannara Chronicles For Second Season

TV News: MTV Renews <i>The Shannara Chronicles</i> For Second Season 20

MTV announced it has renewed “The Shannara Chronicles,” its adaptation of the international best-selling fantasy novels by Terry Brooks, for a second season. Set thousands of years in the future, the story follows three heroes, Elf-Human hybrid Wil, Elvin Princess Amberle, and Human Rover Eretria, as they embark on a quest to stop an evil Demon army from destroying the world.

Apr 20 2016

VIDEO/TV News: TBS New Comedy WRECKED Launches June 14 With Back-to-Back Episodes

VIDEO/TV News: TBS New Comedy <i>WRECKED</i> Launches June 14 With Back-to-Back Episodes 21

Wrecked is a single-camera comedy that centers on a diverse group of survivors adjusting to being stranded on an uninhabited island, a dangerous new world where they must face many threats – mostly brought on by themselves. No longer plugged into the rest of the world, the group struggles to navigate their makeshift society while also learning to live without such modern comforts as indoor plumbing, Wi-Fi, social media and Chipotle.

Apr 20 2016

Containment – “Pilot” and “I To Die, You To Live” Review. Ignorance Is Not Always Bliss.

<i>Containment</i> – “Pilot” and “I To Die, You To Live” Review. Ignorance Is Not Always Bliss. 22

A viral outbreak can happen. We’ve seen it with the Ebola scare back in 2014, as well as the avian flu (better known as bird flu) and the H1N1 virus (or swine flu). While Ebola has a much higher mortality rate than the bird or swine flus, that doesn’t mean these viruses can’t mutate. What Containment focuses on is the humanity, as well as its cast of characters. While there is a deadly virus looming, Containment revolves around the people and how they survive this ordeal.
Containment, based on the Belgian television series Cordon, takes us on a journey, exploring the state of affairs of a large, well-known U.S. city divided. Can you imagine if this were happening right now – Atlanta split in half, with many of its citizens trapped in the hot zone, cordoned off from family, friends, and loved ones? It’s downright terrifying to fathom.

Apr 18 2016

VIDEO: Interviews with Cast and Executive Producers of The CW’s CONTAINMENT At WonderCon 2016

VIDEO: Interviews with Cast and Executive Producers of The CW's <i>CONTAINMENT</i> At WonderCon 2016 23

The buzz around Containment is good; really good. After watching the first two episodes prior to attending the press room, I was excited and anxious to speak with the cast and executive producer Julie Plec about the show’s premise (based on a Belgian television series titled Cordon) and how the adaptation would translate for American audiences. Throughout the roundtable style interviews, I spoke with (in order): Kristen Gutoskie who plays Katie Frank, executive producers Chris Ord and Matt Corman, George Young who plays Dr. Victor Cannerts of the CDC, Claudia Black who plays Dr. Sabine Lommers, Hanna Mangan Lawrence who plays Teresa Keaton, Christina Moses who plays Jana Mayfield, Trevor St. John who plays Leo Greene, and finally executive producer/writer Julie Plec.

Apr 16 2016

Grimm – “Inugami” Review. Ultimate Guard Dog.

<i>Grimm</i> – “Inugami” Review. Ultimate Guard Dog. 24

The quote in this week’s Grimm is a variation of author Samuel Johnson’s quote, “Revenge is an act of passion; vengeance of justice. Injuries are revenged; crimes are avenged.” This fits perfectly with the theme of this week’s Grimm episode, “Inuagmi,” as we meet a Japanese Wesen of the same name. In Japanese, Inugami translates to “dog god.”

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