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

Aug 18 2014

The Strain – “Occultation” Review. It’s Not Mole People.

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“Occultation” is an intense and freakishly nail-biting television experience. I appreciate the brief moments of reprieve from the tongue gouging infected people lurking in dark corners, like Nora’s (Mia Maestro) mother Mariela (Anne Betancourt) vacuuming. But the infected people—or strigoi creatures as they’re known—aren’t all underground anymore; they’re coming topside. There isn’t enough of a food source in the sewers. As an aside, the opening of “Occultation” sent chills down my spine. Eichorst is one scary mother—shut yo’ mouth.

Aug 16 2014

Mission Blue, Netflix Original Documentary – Reasons to Hope

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When presented with the opportunity to screen this amazing documentary, I didn’t hesitate. After watching Mission Blue, I’m flabbergasted and ashamed of what we, as humans, have done to our home, to our planet. Mission Blue is a startling revelation of how we have systematically worn away at our own ecosystem. Overfishing and polluting our oceans have led to the decline of certain species of fish to a dangerous level. While the ocean produces nearly half the oxygen we need to survive, we are essentially killing our air supply.

Aug 14 2014

Syfy’s HELIX Infects Steven Weber and Matt Long

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Syfy announced today that Steven Weber (Wings, Murder in the First) and Matt Long (Mad Men, Jack and Bobby) have joined the cast of its mysterious viral thriller, Helix.

Aug 13 2014

Legends – “Pilot” Review. Major Identity Crisis…But in a Good Way.

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If you are a fan of anything dealing with spies, then Legends is the show for you. The season premiere is wrought with tense moments, kick-ass action sequences, and explosions. Of course, there is intrigue, and Bean is downright fantastic throughout! He’s got moves like Jagger! I’m in awe of how he operates. The way Bean presents himself as he transforms from his Martin Odum character into Lincoln Dittmann is hypnotic. “Pilot” introduces us to Martin by giving us a brief but very specific look inside the life of an FBI DCO.

Aug 12 2014

The Strain – “Runaways” Review. Strigoi, Not Vampire.

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“Runaways” grabs you and doesn’t let go until the very last second. And even though there are many moments when you wish you could turn away and hide from the fiendishly scary scenes, you can’t help but look through your fingers to watch the chaos and darkness unfold. Eph (Corey Stoll) and Abraham (David Bradley) are still inside the Arnot household after beheading both Gary (Steven McCarthy) and his daughter Emma (Isabelle Nélisse). I guess lopping off the heads of “strigoi” takes a lot out of you and you need eggs and toast to refuel.

Aug 12 2014

Falling Skies – “A Thing with Feathers” Top Three Moments.

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If you are hoping, because of the episode title, to see winged creatures swooping in, shaking their feathers at the rag tag group of survivors, you’ll be disappointed. But don’t fret. “A Thing with Feathers” is quite the entertaining and exciting episode, despite the lack of feathers. A lot goes on in “A Thing with Feathers.”

Aug 07 2014

Dane Cook Brings His Comedy To Showtime With TROUBLEMAKER

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Dane Cook returns to the stage with his directorial debut in DANE COOK TROUBLEMAKER, premiering Friday, October 17th at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) on SHOWTIME. Filmed last fall in front of a raucous audience, Cook’s acerbic wit and patented brand of provocative, on-fire comedic insight skewers the hilarious aspects of everyday life and human behavior.

Aug 05 2014

The Strain – “It’s Not For Everyone” Review. Vampire Anatomy 101.

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As “It’s Not For Everyone” begins, Dr. Ephraim “Eph” Goodweather (Corey Stoll) and Dr. Nora Martinez (Mia Maestro) slice open the remains of one of the four survivors, Captain Redfern (Jonathan Potts) and what they discover is startling—not to mention disgusting. Remember we saw Eph and Nora get an up close look at the anatomy of a vampire in “Gone Smooth” last week. The Strain does a magnificent job of creating this world where vampires exist, yet are so profoundly different from anything we’ve seen on television or even on the big screen.

Aug 05 2014

Photos: Running Wild With Bear Grylls – Channing Tatum

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Channing Tatum tests his endurance as he sets out on an unforgettable adventure in California’s Yosemite National Park with world-renown survival expert Bear Grylls on the Aug. 11 episode of NBC’s Running Wild with Bear Grylls.

Aug 05 2014

Falling Skies “Saturday Night Massacre” – Top Three Moments.

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“Saturday Night Massacre” feels more like a penultimate episode rather than a regular one. With only ten episodes per season, we are inching closer to the fourth season finale, and if “Saturday Night Massacre” is any indication, more lives will be lost before any headway is made. Lexi (Scarlett Byrne) emerges from her cocoon, and while she still looks the same, she isn’t. Lexi’s powers have magnified exponentially and she’s chosen her Espheni family over her human family.

Aug 04 2014

TravelChannel .com Names Top 10 “Travel’s Best: Cruises’ of 2014”

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From dining at five-star restaurants and relaxing at world-class spas to enjoying exclusive excursions, this year’s list recommends ships of all sizes that offer unique opportunities for their passengers onboard or on the shore. The awarded cruises were divided into the following categories and destinations: Alaskan, Caribbean, European River, Family, Hawaiian, LGBT, Luxury, Mediterranean, Mexican and Unexpected Food.

Jul 31 2014

Smithsonian Channel’s SPEED KILLS Season 2 Debuts Aug. 20

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We might think that we are the masters of speed, with our rockets, super cars and supersonic jets, but man-made technology is put to shame by the natural evolution of the earth’s top predators. The new season of Smithsonian Channel’s original series, SPEED KILLS, premiering Wednesday, August 20 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, explores areas of the globe where maximum speed is necessary to survive. Deadly animals ranging from big cats, fish, seals, birds, and bugs flaunt their unique skills, all captured at 1,000 frames per second.

Jul 29 2014

Trailer: Netflix Original Documentary MISSION BLUE Premieres Aug 15

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More than four years in the making, MISSION BLUE is legendary oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle’s eye-opening wake-up call to save the ocean. Directed by Fisher Stevens (“The Cove”) and Robert Nixon (“Gorillas in the Mist”), the film follows Dr. Earle on her global quest to protect the ocean — and the extraordinary marine life that call it home — from the powerful forces of pollution, overfishing and climate change. The film also sheds light on Sylvia’s remarkable personal story and professional journey, from her earliest memories exploring the ocean as a young girl to her days leading daring undersea missions, offering insight on the sacrifices, difficulties and tough choices she faced along the way.

Jul 23 2014

MTV To Live Stream Interviews From San Diego Comic-Con

f you’re not making it out to Comic-Con this year, don’t sweat it — MTV is bringing the party to you. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday (July 24-26), from 4pm ET – 7pm ET, MTV.com will air live-stream interviews with stars from the biggest movies and shows in town as Comic-Con rages on in San Diego. Hosted by Josh Horowitz, MTV’s Comic-Con interviews will be the place to hear about the event’s biggest news from the celebs themselves.

Jul 22 2014

Science Channel Returns To Comic-Con International With THE UNEXPLAINED FILES

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Science Channel announced today that Comic-Con International audiences will get an exclusive, first-look at the sophomore season of the network’s hit series THE UNEXPLAINED FILES. On Friday, July 25 at 7 PM PT in Room 7AB, Science Channel panelists will reveal never-before-seen footage from the series, and share eye-witness accounts of strange happenings including the location of a possible paranormal superhighway, evidence of the Mexican Chupacabra, and the real story of the exorcism that inspired the film The Exorcist. In addition, Linda Blair, star of the 1973 classic film The Exorcist, will also join THE UNEXPLAINED FILES panel to discuss her experiences on the set of the film.

Jul 21 2014

The Strain – “The Box” Review. Bath Time Is Not Fun Time.

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The Strain continues along its dark and creepy path with “The Box.” As we’ve learned from the series premiere, “Night Zero,” something infected 210 people aboard an airplane. Toward the end of “Night Zero,” the presumably dead passengers make a comeback. As we find out in “The Box,” the strange worms seem to like blood – but I don’t think they discriminate between species.

Jul 21 2014

Falling Skies “Mind Wars” – Top Three Moments.

Anne (Moon Bloodgood) has her hands full in the not so tranquil sanctuary of China Town. The Espheni overlord is playing a dirty mind game with poor Ben (Connor Jessup) and when Anne decides to stop playing nice, it’s Ben who bears the brunt. Lexi (Scarlett Byrne) does something quite shocking but I think we all knew it was going to happen sooner or later. Meanwhile, Tom (Noah Wyle), Weaver (Will Patton), and young Matt (Maxim Knight) are heading out to find where Hal (Drew Roy) and the rest of the crew went but are sidetracked when two men take Tom prisoner.

Jul 19 2014

Lionsgate and Samsung To Debut Official THE HUNGER GAMES: Mockingjay – Pt. 1 Trailer at SDCC

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Lionsgate and Samsung have teamed up on the next installment of the global blockbuster Hunger Games franchise, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1. The collaboration will launch with all fans getting a sneak peek of the film’s first official teaser trailer, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, exclusively on Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab® S ahead of its online release.

Jul 18 2014

TNT Renews Three Summer Hits, Including 5th and Final Season of Falling Skies

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TNT has renewed three of its chart-topping summer hits: The Last Ship, Major Crimes and Falling Skies. TNT has ordered 13 episodes of The Last Ship, an increase over its first-season order of 10 episodes. The network is also ordering 15 episodes for season four of Major Crimes. And Falling Skies will mark its fifth and final season with 10 episodes.

Jul 17 2014

Movie: HORNS Starring Daniel Radcliffe, Juno Temple, Heather Graham, Max Minghella

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Based on the novel by Joe Hill, Horns is a supernatural thriller driven by fantasy, mystery and romance. The film follows Ig Perrish (Daniel Radcliffe, “Harry Potter” films), the number one suspect for the violent rape and murder of his girlfriend, Merrin (Juno Temple). Hungover from a night of hard drinking, Ig awakens one morning to find horns starting to grow from his own head and soon realizes their power drives people to confess their sins and give in to their most selfish and unspeakable impulses… In theaters October 31, 2014. Daniel Radcliffe, director Alexandre Aja and novelist Joe Hill will be featured in RADiUS’ Comic-Con Panel on Friday, July 25, 2014.

Jul 17 2014

SONS OF ANARCHY – The Final Ride Begins September 9

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It all comes down to this. Sons of Anarchy, the highest-rated series in the history of FX, will begin its 7th and final season on Tuesday, September 9th at 10 PM ET/PT with a special 1 hour & 45 minute episode. Immediately following the premiere, the live post-show “Anarchy Afterword” will air in its entirety on FX.

Jul 17 2014

You’re the Worst – Series Premiere “Pilot” Review. Don’t Spit On It.

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While You’re the Worst isn’t the most horrible series I’ve ever seen, I would venture to say it’s an acquired taste. It’s raunchy. If you’re a bit shy, be warned; there is a lot of sexual activity going on in the first 15 minutes of the episode. While there are no gratuitous shots of boobs or genitals (great camera maneuvering), the implied acts are pretty straightforward. The flipping and flopping, hair pulling, spitting (eww), and dropping to your knees action…you know exactly what the heck is going on.

Jul 16 2014

SHAMELESS Adds Dermot Mulroney For Season 5

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Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend’s Wedding, Wedding Date, Must Love Dogs) has joined season five of the critically acclaimed hit SHOWTIME comedy series SHAMELESS, guest starring in a season-long story arc. Mulroney will play ex-bad boy and recovering addict Sean Pierce, Fiona’s (Emmy Rossum) new manager at Patsy’s Pies.

Jul 14 2014

Falling Skies – “Evolve or Die” Recap. Top 5 Moments.

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Tom (Noah Wyle) and Weaver (Will Patton) finally learn where Tom’s youngest son Matt (Maxim Knight) is, courtesy of Cochise (Doug Jones). Tom leaves eldest son Hal (Drew Roy) in charge of the survivors but Hal’s command comes into question when supplies run low and Pope (Colin Cunningham) goes rogue. On his unsanctioned mission, Pope runs into trouble, whose name is Sara (guest star Mira Sorvino). Meanwhile, things in peaceful China Town are upended when Anne (Moon Bloodgood) questions her daughter Lexi’s (Scarlett Byrne) affiliation with the Espheni.

Jul 14 2014

Photos: Pretty Little Liars – “Run, Ali, Run”

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With the town of Rosewood trying to get back to normal, the PLLs – especially Ali – are far from okay after the latest “accident.” Thinking that it wasn’t the right decision to come home after all, Ali starts to consider leaving for good. Meanwhile, Caleb also starts second-guessing his return, and Ezra dives into his research to help find answers.

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