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

Author's posts

Apr 01 2015

Justified – “Fugitive Number One” Review. Take the Money and Run…or Not.

<i>Justified</i> – “Fugitive Number One” Review. Take the Money and Run...or Not. 1

Things are getting downright bloody in this final season of Justified. “Fugitive Number One” gives tragedy a new spin and loyalties are put to the ultimate test. The U.S. Marshals’ office and the District Attorney’s office are wondering what side Raylan (Timothy Olyphant) is truly on, causing the doubts and accusations to fly.

Apr 01 2015

Castle – “Habeas Corpse” Recap. Taking a Bite Out of Crime.

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When Richie “The Pitbull” Falco (Scott Broderick), a personal injury lawyer, is found tortured and bludgeoned to death in a dark alleyway, the list of suspects is quite extensive. Of all the companies he’s sued on behalf of his clients, more than one may be holding a grudge. But as evidence comes to light, it looks like there is more to our dogged (pun intended) seeker of justice.

Mar 28 2015

Grimm – “Double Date” Retrospective. Winging It.

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If this week’s episodic quote isn’t cryptic enough, there are many other mysteries embedded within “Double Date” that will definitely make you go hmm. The title of this week’s Grimm is a bit misleading. Typically, double date implies two couples going out for the evening, but in “Double Date,” the meaning is more … well, it’s duplicitous to the nth degree.

Mar 25 2015

Syfy’s Bitten and Lost Girl Return April 17

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Syfy’s most lusted after femme fatales, Bitten werewolf Elena Michaels (Laura Vandervoort) and Lost Girl succubus Bo Dennis (Anna Silk), are making their eagerly-anticipated return to Syfy! New seasons of fan favorite series Bitten and Lost Girl premiere Friday, April 17 at 8PM and 10PM ET/PT, respectively.

Mar 24 2015

Justified – “Trust” Review. Feminine Wiles, Indeed.

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Unpredictability – it’s a key ingredient for any good TV drama, and this final season of Justified seems to have it in spades. I’ve mulled over many plot points this season and I’m not sure who will be left standing in the end. I will say this; what Ava (Joelle Carter) does in “Trust” takes the damn cake. “Trust” is definitely a thought provoking and eyebrow raising episode. From Boyd revealing a little tidbit to Markham about how he came to know about his money to Ava taking matters into her own hands, “Trust” takes us for a wild ride …

Mar 24 2015

Castle – “At Close Range” Recap. The Grassy Knoll…Sort of.

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For Castle fans who’ve been eagerly awaiting another Det. Kevin Ryan (Seamus Dever) centric episode, “At Close Range” is right up your alley. From politicians and political activists, to family drama via the in-laws, “At Close Range” takes a shot (pun intended) from inside a swanky fund raising event. But who’s the real target? Could it be the up and coming Congressman Alex Lopez (guest star Ricardo Chavira), or perhaps the kind-hearted philanthropic Carolyn Decker (Annie Little), whose ambitious foundation, “Pure Water,” is helping people on a global scale. Let’s find out, shall we?

Mar 24 2015

TV News: The X-Files Returns to Fox As Six-Episode Event Series

TV News: <i>The X-Files</i> Returns to Fox As Six-Episode Event Series 7

Thirteen years after the original series run, FOX has ordered the next mind-bending chapter of #THEX-FILES, a thrilling, six-episode event series which will be helmed by creator/executive producer Chris Carter with stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson re-inhabiting their roles as iconic FBI Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully. This marks the momentous return of the Emmy- and Golden Globe Award-winning pop culture phenomenon, which remains one of the longest-running sci-fi series in network television history.

Mar 20 2015

Grimm – “Bad Luck” Review. Luck of the Draw.

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“Bad Luck” presents us with an interesting case of the old superstition – if you carry a rabbit’s foot, you’ll have good luck. Well, not so much for the rabbits that lose their feet to help the rest of the world secure some good fortune. Throughout “Bad Luck,” we meet several new Wesen species, a “Willehara,” a rabbit like creature, and “Leporem Venators,” a raccoon like creature that knows how to wield an axe and play a creepy tune on a concertina. It seems Wesen couples who need help conceiving can purchase the foot of a Willehara to aid them with their fertility.

Mar 18 2015

TV News: Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! Swims To Screens July 22

TV News: <i>Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!</i> Swims To Screens July 22 9

Syfy and The Asylum today announced that the official title of the latest installment in the global pop culture sensation is Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! The two-hour original movie will devour the planet on Wednesday, July 22 at 9/8c. In addition, Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! will wreak havoc on all Syfy channels around the world – 86 countries in all…

Mar 18 2015

TV News: Sleepy Hollow Renewed For Third Season

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Good news for #SleepyHollow Fans! FOX has renewed mystery-adventure series SLEEPY HOLLOW for a third season, it was announced today by David Madden, President, Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company. Television producer Clifton Campbell has signed on as executive producer and showrunner.

Mar 17 2015

Justified – “Burned” Review. Snakes and Surprises.

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Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the writers blow me out of the water with a couple of new twists I didn’t see coming. I’ve been wondering why certain characters from seasons past have been reintroduced this season—for example,, the cunning teen pot queen Loretta McCready (Kaitlyn Dever). After watching “Burned,” the plot points of buying up land and the legalized marijuana story lines finally make more sense. But Avery Markham (Sam Elliott), a few men down after what happened in “Alive Day” and “Dark As a Dungeon,” enlists the help of one his Colorado guys to help out in Harlan. Let’s just say, I wouldn’t want to cross paths with or be the object of Boon’s (guest star Jonathan Tucker) eye, ever.

Mar 17 2015

Castle – “Hong Kong Hustle” Recap. Finding Your Balance.

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After getting lost in space, Castle finally returns from a three week hiatus. In “Hong Kong Hustle,” our favorite NYPD detectives get international help from the beautiful Chief Inspector Zhang (guest star Linda Park) of the Hong Kong PD to solve a local murder. But, could she be the murderer?

Mar 13 2015

Movie Trailer: Radius-TWC Presents Adult Beginners Starring Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, and Nick Kroll

Movie Trailer: Radius-TWC Presents <i>Adult Beginners</i> Starring Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, and Nick Kroll 13

A young, hipster entrepreneur (Nick Kroll) crashes and burns on the eve of his company’s big launch. With his entire life in disarray, he leaves Manhattan to move in with his estranged pregnant sister (Rose Byrne), brother-in-law (Bobby Cannavale) and three year-old nephew in the suburbs — only to become their manny. Faced with real responsibility, he may finally have to grow up — but not without some bad behavior first.

Mar 11 2015

Conf Call: Travel Channel’s Breaking Borders Michael Voltaggio and Mariana Van Zeller

Conf Call: Travel Channel's <i>Breaking Borders</i> Michael Voltaggio and Mariana Van Zeller 14

Peabody Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller and acclaimed chef Michael Voltaggio travel to conflict zones around the globe with a unique and challenging goal: to gather people from all sides of the conflicts for an amazing meal and animated discussion in search of common ground and hope for the future. Breaking Borders premieres Sunday, March 15, 2015 on Travel Channel.

Mar 10 2015

Justified – “Dark As a Dungeon” Recap. Old Ghosts and New Temptations.

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If saying I’m flummoxed would cover it, I would, but I’m beyond that now. I know I’ve said I’m intrigued by the capricious nature of the final season of Justified; however, some of the story lines are becoming a bit too convoluted. While I appreciate chasing down clues in “Dark As a Dungeon,” I’m not quite sure what is a clue and what isn’t. Needless to say, if you want unpredictability, you definitely get it in this episode.

Mar 06 2015

Movie Trailer: Effie Gray Starring Dakota Fanning, Emma Thompson, Julie Walters, Tom Sturridge and Robbie Coltrane

Movie Trailer: <i>Effie Gray</i> Starring Dakota Fanning, Emma Thompson, Julie Walters, Tom Sturridge and Robbie Coltrane 16

In her original screenplay EFFIE GRAY, Emma Thompson takes a bold look at the real life story of the Effie Gray-John Ruskin marriage, while courageously exposing what was truly hiding behind the veil of their public life. Set in a time when neither divorce, nor gay marriage were an option, EFFIE GRAY is the story of a young woman coming of age, finding her own voice in a world where women were expected to be seen but not heard. EFFIE GRAY explores the roots of sexual intolerance, which continue to have a stronghold today, while shedding light on the marital politics of the Victorian Era.

Mar 06 2015

Movie Trailer: The Road Within Starring Dev Patel, Zoë Kravitz, Robert Sheehan, Kyra Sedgwick, and Robert Patrick

Movie Trailer: <i>The Road Within</i> Starring Dev Patel, Zoë Kravitz, Robert Sheehan, Kyra Sedgwick, and Robert Patrick 17

After the passing of his mother, Vincent (Robert Sheehan), a young man with Tourette’s, finds himself at a center for those dealing with similar psychological disorders. Soon, he finds company in Marie (Zoë Kravitz), a young woman at the center for her anorexia, and Alex (Dev Patel), his OCD-stricken roommate. These unlikely companions, with clashing personalities, find themselves on a three-day journey, making for hilarious antics and unexpected new friendships.

Mar 04 2015

Justified – “The Hunt” Recap. Loyalties Are Tested.

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Well, the train has left the station. The aftermath of what happened in “Alive Day” carries over into “The Hunt” where there is more than one type of hunting going on. The U.S. Marshals are pursuing Ty (Garrett Dillahunt) while Boyd (Walton Goggins) searches for wild boar and the truth about Ava’s (Joelle Carter) suspicious behavior as of late. In the meantime, Raylan (Timothy Olyphant) gets a visit from his baby mama, Winona (Natalie Zea), with baby in tow.

Mar 03 2015

Tune In: Smithsonian Channel Honors Leonard Nimoy with Encore Presentations of The Real Story: Star Trek

Tune In: Smithsonian Channel Honors Leonard Nimoy with Encore Presentations of <i>The Real Story: Star Trek</i> 19

Beginning Tuesday, March 2, 2015 Smithsonian Channel will commemorate acting great Leonard Nimoy by airing encore presentations this week of THE REAL STORY: STAR TREK, which features interviews with the late actor.

Mar 02 2015

TV News: Sharknado 3 Gets Mark Cuban and Ann Coulter in the Oval Office

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A new Administration is taking office before January 2017! Syfy and The Asylum today announced that Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban (Shark Tank) will play the President of the United States with political commentator/author Ann Coulter joining him as Vice President in the eagerly anticipated original movie Sharknado 3.

Feb 24 2015

Justified – “Alive Day” Review. The Unknown Unknown.

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We are at the mid-point of the final season of Justified and I’m no closer to figuring out the end game. I am sure all the major story arcs intertwine more deeply than what has been presented, but surprisingly, I’m not upset about the lack of clues. In fact, I’m enjoying the unpredictability of how the season has been panning out. I don’t know what’s going to happen next and I’m relishing in the unknown.

Feb 24 2015

Castle – “The Wrong Stuff” Recap. Lost in Space Suits.

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“The Wrong Stuff” is a much needed departure from the tension and is a fun, entertaining, and Castle-esque episode. When a case arises involving Major Tom Richwood (Yves Bright), a murdered astronaut on a “Mars 2018” space simulation, the only way Beckett, Castle, and Esposito (Jon Huertas) are allowed to question the other astronauts is to don space suits. While Castle thinks this is “the best case ever,” Ryan (Seamus Dever) isn’t as enthusiastic about stepping onto Mars, fake or not, so he stays behind in the command center to conduct other aspects of the investigation.

Feb 23 2015

Sleepy Hollow Season 2 Finale – “Tempus Fugit” Review. The Choices We Make.

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Throughout season two, Sleepy Hollow has taken us on an adventurous, albeit tumultuous, journey filled with mystery, intrigue, doubt, and betrayal. While there have been occasional moments of laughter and joy, even a brief reconciliation, the irreparable damages inflicted by the choices of our main characters come to a decisive head in “Tempus Fugit,” forever altering and destroying relationships.

Feb 23 2015

Movie Trailer: Lionsgate Presents Last Knights Starring Clive Owen and Morgan Freeman

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Academy Award® Nominee Clive Owen (Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role, Closer, 2004) delivers an electrifying performance as a fallen warrior who rises against a corrupt and sadistic ruler to avenge his dishonored master, Academy Award® Winner Morgan Freeman (Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role, Million Dollar Baby, 2004) in this epic, sword-clashing adventure of loyalty, honor, and vengeance.

Feb 19 2015

Travel Channel’s Time Traveling with Brian Unger Premieres Monday, April 20

Travel Channel's <i>Time Traveling with Brian Unger</i> Premieres Monday, April 20 25

Travel Channel takes viewers on an unexpected journey back in time with the help of a witty tour guide and eye-popping CGI graphics. In the new half-hour original series, “Time Traveling with Brian Unger,” premiering with back-to-back episodes on Monday, April 20 at 10:00 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. ET/PT, audiences will be visually transported to America’s past and entertained by amazing tales of yesteryear – typically not found in guidebooks.

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