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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Feb 18 2015

Travel Channel’s New Docu-Series Hotel Amazon Premieres March 9

Travel Channel's New Docu-Series <i>Hotel Amazon</i> Premieres March 9 1

Deep in the middle of the Peruvian Amazon, two childhood friends, Rusty Johnson and Stephan Jablonski, have left behind the comforts of home in New York to attempt to build a world-class resort in this exotic locale. In Travel Channel’s new original docu-series, Hotel Amazon, premiering on Monday, March 9 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, Johnson – a wildlife lecturer and humanitarian – pursues his dream of opening up a top-notch resort in the Amazonian jungle with the financial help of Jablonski – a New York firefighter and a winner on popular game show “Wheel of Fortune” – who risks all of his winnings to invest in making his longtime friend’s dream hotel a reality.

Feb 17 2015

Justified – “Sounding” Retrospective. Seeking a Friend.

<i>Justified</i> – “Sounding” Retrospective. Seeking a Friend. 2

In the aftermath of last week’s episode “The Trash and the Snake,” Ava (Joelle Carter) is scared out of her mind that Katherine Hale (Mary Steenburgen) is ready to put a bullet in her head. In “Sounding”, Ava tries to take matters into her own hands but her plans to get the hell out of Harlan don’t go quite as she hopes. Meanwhile, Katherine and Wynn Duffy (Jere Burns) want to find out for sure if Ava is an informant or not. They don’t want to take any chances and try to get to the bottom of things before it’s too late.

Feb 17 2015

Castle – “Reckoning” Recap. Like a Moth to the Flame. Shocking and Suspenseful!

<i>Castle</i> – “Reckoning” Recap. Like a Moth to the Flame. Shocking and Suspenseful! 3

“Reckoning” is a pulse pounding, intense episode that will put you on an emotional roller coaster. Ranging from frustration, sadness, grief, fear, anger, vengeance, and relief; the suspenseful nature of “Reckoning” cannot be missed. The intensity is palpable throughout and not something I can convey in a recap. This is a must see episode. I found myself biting my nails and I haven’t done that while watching a television episode in a very long time. Be warned, there is graphic violence in “Reckoning” that might be jarring to some viewers.

Feb 16 2015

Sleepy Hollow – “Awakening” Recap. Witchy Bells and Time Travel.

<i>Sleepy Hollow</i> – “Awakening” Recap. Witchy Bells and Time Travel. 4

Finally! The intensity and drama I’ve been longing for in Sleepy Hollow are in abundance throughout “Awakening.” The plot twists are intriguing and undoubtedly will change the course of the history that’s been woven since season one.

Feb 14 2015

Movie Review: The Rewrite – Surprisingly Funny and Unabashedly Charming

Movie Review: <i>The Rewrite</i> – Surprisingly Funny and Unabashedly Charming 6

The Rewrite is unabashedly charming. The humor is done perfectly without being too sarcastic or constantly in your face. I re-fell in love with Grant while watching The Rewrite. This film is an absolute delight for those who love a good romantic comedy. I found myself becoming sad as the ending drew near because I simply didn’t want The Rewrite to end. In little more than an hour and a half, I fell in love with the quaint town of Binghamton, NY and the students attending Binghamton University. Well, almost all the students.

Feb 12 2015

News: The Librarians Renewed For Second Season

News: <i>The Librarians</i> Renewed For Second Season 7

TNT has renewed its hit fantasy-adventure The Librarians. Based on TNT’s hit movie franchise, The Librarians centers on an ancient organization hidden beneath the Metropolitan Public Library dedicated to protecting an unknowing world from the secret, magical reality hidden all around. TNT has ordered 10 episodes for the second season, which is slated to launch later this year.

Feb 11 2015

Castle – “Resurrection” Recap. Serious Mommy Issues or Just Demented?

<i>Castle</i> – “Resurrection” Recap. Serious Mommy Issues or Just Demented? 8

As a Castle fan, I enjoyed last night’s “Resurrection” which brings back an old case and the return of two devious minds – renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Kelly Nieman (guest star Annie Wersching) and serial killer Jerry Tyson (Michael Mosley), aka “3XK.” But is it really Jerry Tyson? We saw Castle (Nathan Fillion) pump him full of lead and him falling off the edge of a pier into the murky waters below in “3XK?” Don’t believe everything you see or hear because things are about to get crazy up in here.

Feb 11 2015

Sleepy Hollow – “What Lies Beneath” Recap. Still Waiting For the Intensity.

<i>Sleepy Hollow</i> – “What Lies Beneath” Recap. Still Waiting For the Intensity. 9

“What Lies Beneath” falls a bit flat after all is said and done. Ichabod (Tom Mison) and Abbie (Nicole Beharie) must find out what happened to three surveyors after they go missing from deep inside the tunnels beneath Sleepy Hollow. But Ichabod and Abbie are being tailed by one of the missing men’s brother, Calvin Riggs (guest star Sharif Atkins), who happens to be a journalist.

Feb 03 2015

Justified – “Noblesse Oblige” Review. Make Your Next Move Carefully.

<i>Justified</i> – “Noblesse Oblige” Review. Make Your Next Move Carefully. 10

By definition, the term ‘noblesse oblige’ means those of high birth, powerful social position, etc., have the moral obligation to act with honor, kindliness, generosity, etc. It’s safe to say many of the folks in Harlan, KY aren’t born of nobility nor do they know what it means. I’m guessing the few who do know or have any inkling of what it means are the ones running things. Avery Markham (Sam Elliott) is one of them.

Feb 03 2015

Castle – “I, Witness” Recap. It Isn’t the Butler.

<i>Castle</i> – “I, Witness” Recap. It Isn’t the Butler. 11

“What do all cocky men do?” If that isn’t a loaded question, I don’t know what is. What I do know is “I, Witness” is chock full of red herrings, suspects, and a whodunit fit for superb mystery novel. When Eva Whitfield (Brianna Brown), Castle’s (Nathan Fillion) former classmate, asks him to find out whether her husband Cole (Ivan Sergei) is cheating, he gets more than he bargained for. Turns out his new client ends up dead! Queue dramatic music.

Feb 02 2015

Sleepy Hollow – “Spellcaster” Recap. Evil Warlocks, Blood Magic, and Trash Talking.

<i>Sleepy Hollow</i> – “Spellcaster” Recap. Evil Warlocks, Blood Magic, and Trash Talking. 12

Diabolical and treacherous, “Spellcaster” is a fantastic episode full of evil warlocks and betrayal. An auction house in White Plains, NY becomes the scene of two gruesome murders when a dark sorcerer infiltrates the warehouse to steal an ancient book known as the “Grand Grimoire.” Meanwhile, the return of the prodigal son unveils shocking revelations about a trusted ally. And, for one character, the more you practice the better you get, even where magic is concerned, but will dark temptations ruin everything?

Jan 30 2015

Conf Call: Grimm’s Sasha Roiz Talks Season 4 and Portland Grimmster Endowment Fund

Conf Call: <i>Grimm's</i> Sasha Roiz Talks Season 4 and Portland Grimmster Endowment Fund 14

Actor Sasha Roiz of NBC’s Grimm talks about a local Portland charity he and the cast are supporting through the Grimmster Endowment. #GrimmGives. He also talks about season 4 of Grimm, saying “this season has become kind of like the season of the Hexenbiest. It’s a hexen feast, as I like to call it.” Read more….

Jan 27 2015

Sleepy Hollow – “Kali Yuga” Recap. Karaoke and Family Drama.

<i>Sleepy Hollow</i> – “Kali Yuga” Recap. Karaoke and Family Drama. 15

“Kali Yuga” presents us with an interesting dilemma involving the handsome Nick Hawley (Matt Barr). Hawley has always been a private guy; he doesn’t talk much about himself or his past, but his past is about to pay him a surprise visit in the form of Carmilla Pines (guest star Jaime Murray).

Jan 27 2015

Justified – “Cash Game” Review. All Aboard the Choo-Choo Train.

<i>Justified</i> – “Cash Game” Review. All Aboard the Choo-Choo Train. 16

Colorful characters and good intentions abound in “Cash Game.” After Boyd (Walton Goggins) robs the bank in “Fate’s Right Hand,” he’s not sure if what he finds in Calhoun’s (actor name) safe deposit box is worth the “three million” he was told by Katherine Hale (Mary Steenburgen) and Wynn Duffy (Jere Burns). But, there’s more than one way to skin a cat…

Jan 24 2015

Grimm – “Tribunal” Recap. The New Normal.

<i>Grimm</i> – “Tribunal” Recap. The New Normal. 17

“Tribunal” picks up exactly where “Wesenrein” left off with Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell) shackled, standing among a sea of cloaked figures chanting “Wesenrein” over and over. “Grandmaster” Charlie Riken (Brandon Quinn) presides over the so-called trial accusing Monroe of “violating the law” by “marrying outside of your bloodline” and “the befriending of a Grimm.” Back at the precinct, Captain Renard (Sasha Roiz) is concerned about Sgt. Wu (Reggie Lee) so he asks Nick (David Giuntoli) and Hank (Russell Hornsby) to make sure Wu can handle it when a Wesen “woges.” Meanwhile, Juliette (Bitsie Tulloch) and Rosalee (Bree Turner) continue to review the wedding guest list to figure out who betrayed Rosalee and Monroe to the Wesenrein.

Jan 21 2015

Grimm Cast to Support Portland’s OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital with Grimmster Endowment

<i>Grimm</i> Cast to Support Portland’s OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital with Grimmster Endowment 18

The cast and crew of NBC’s hit TV drama “Grimm,” which is set and filmed in Portland, Oregon, are supporting OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital with the establishment of the Grimmster Endowment. Grimm fans are encouraged to support the endowment by making a donation or by participating in an exclusive online auction of memorabilia from the show.

Jan 21 2015

Justified – “Fate’s Right Hand” Review. Going Out with a Bang.

<i>Justified</i> – “Fate’s Right Hand” Review. Going Out with a Bang. 19

Justified may be on its way out but it’s not going quietly into that good night; no way. “Fate’s Right Hand” takes you by the scruff of your collar and throws you into a world of hurt, betrayal, and just the right amount of humor for good measure. If you were disappointed with season five, what I’ve seen in the first three episodes of season six makes up for it ten times over. I can’t wait to find out what happens this season.

Jan 21 2015

Castle – “Private Eye, Caramba!” Recap. Shh! Don’t Telenovela.

<i>Castle</i> – “Private Eye, Caramba!” Recap. Shh! Don’t Telenovela. 20

“Private Eye, Caramba!” is a fun and sexy episode! In the opening scene, a beautiful young woman dressed in a glittering gown runs down a dark alley and just before her neighbor is able to buzz her into her apartment, someone grabs her. The next thing you know, the young starlet is dead. Anahita Menendez (Cindy Luna) was one of the stars of a hit telenovela but there is much more to her death than meets the eye.

Jan 20 2015

Sleepy Hollow – “Pittura Infamante” Recap. Step Aside Dorian Gray.

<i>Sleepy Hollow</i> – “Pittura Infamante” Recap. Step Aside Dorian Gray. 21

Italian for ‘defaming portrait,’ the title of this week’s #SleepyHollow, “Pittura Infamante,” puts the portrait of Dorian Gray to shame. The subject of the painting isn’t out and about, ageless and unscathed as Mr. Gray but trapped within the canvas harboring a dark and sinister secret.

Jan 17 2015

Grimm – “Wesenrein” Recap. Haters Gonna Hate.

<i>Grimm</i> – “Wesenrein” Recap. Haters Gonna Hate. 22

#Grimm comes back from winter break with a vengeance! “Wesenrein” is dark, gritty, bloody, and unapologetic. It’s also engrossing, evoking emotions I don’t normally feel while watching Grimm. I was ready to hurt someone and I’m still feeling antsy after all is said and done. “Wesenrein” picks up with Juliette (Bitsie Tulloch) screaming as she stares at her transformation. We also continue with the story line of Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell) being kidnapped right in front of his house.

Jan 16 2015

Trailer: SUPREMACY Starring Danny Glover, Joe Anderson, Derek Luke, and Dawn Olivieri in Theaters Jan 30

Trailer: <i>SUPREMACY</i> Starring Danny Glover, Joe Anderson, Derek Luke, and Dawn Olivieri in Theaters Jan 30 23

Tully (Joe Anderson, The Crazies) just got paroled. But his first night out could be his last. He just killed a cop. And no one’s gonna listen to an ex-con with the Aryan Nation. His leader (Anson Mount, Hell on Wheels) just cut him loose, and as the police close in, Tully and his girlfriend (Dawn Olivieri, House of Lies) add home invasion and hostages to the body count. But no one counted on Mr. Walker (Danny Glover, Lethal Weapon), an ex-con himself, to fight back…

Jan 14 2015

Trailer: HOLY ROLLERS, Starring Oscar® Nominee Jesse Eisenberg, Makes its Free VOD Premiere Exclusively on SnagFilms .com

Trailer: HOLY ROLLERS, Starring Oscar® Nominee Jesse Eisenberg, Makes its Free VOD Premiere Exclusively on SnagFilms .com 24

Mild-mannered Sam Gold (Eisenberg) is a young Rabbinical student from an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Borough Park, Brooklyn. Looking to make some extra money, Sam and his best friend Leon (Jason Fuchs) accept a job from Leon’s brother Yosef (Justin Bartha) to retrieve a suitcase in Amsterdam and walk it through customs in New York. Yosef has ties to an Israeli drug cartel…

Jan 12 2015

Castle – “Castle P.I.” Recap. Sherlock Castle Is On the Case.

<i>Castle</i> – “Castle P.I.” Recap. Sherlock Castle Is On the Case. 25

“Castle P.I.” takes a fun and interesting look at how this long running series is keeping things fresh and entertaining. During the preliminary analysis of the murder of Shana Baker (Gia Mora), an elite pre-school admissions director, things take an unexpected turn when Castle begins his own parallel investigation.

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