Linda Seide

Love TV, movies, and books--mostly mysteries, with a good love story thrown in every now and then. I have four adopted dogs who I adore. I love trying new recipes, and enjoy eating what I make. English language perfectionist. Reading in bed, Italian food, warm weather, the beach, all types of games = favs!

Most commented posts

  1. A Superb Ending. Review: Shameless Season 3 Finale – “Survival of the Fittest” — 22 comments
  2. The Affair – “107” Review. Confessions Can Be Cathartic. — 10 comments
  3. Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce – “Rule 23: Never Lie to the Kids” Review. Things Are Not What They Seem. — 5 comments
  4. All’s Well that Ends Well Isn’t Necessarily the Case. Review: Season Finale of Episodes – “Episode 209” — 4 comments
  5. Review – Nurse Jackie, Season 3, Episode 8, “The Astonishing” — 4 comments

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Mar 12 2015

The Americans – “Walter Taffet” Retrospective. The Best Laid Plans.

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  • March 12, 2015

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<i>The Americans</i> - "Walter Taffet" Retrospective. The Best Laid Plans. 1

As a first-time director of The Americans, Emmerich does a fantastic job with “Walter Taffet.” Wisely, he puts himself in only a few scenes so he can concentrate on the job at hand. With terrific editing and superior acting, “Walter Taffet” is the episode I’ve been waiting for. It has plenty of suspense and intrigue, and even a bit of humor (“Hi, honey!”).

Mar 08 2015

Shameless – “Uncle Carl” Retrospective. Everyone Has an Opinion.

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  • March 8, 2015

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<i>Shameless</i> - "Uncle Carl" Retrospective. Everyone Has an Opinion. 2

War it is in “Uncle Carl.” With Frank (William H. Macy) lying to Sammi (Emily Bergl) about her trailer in “Rite of Passage,” Sammi withholding Frank’s anti-rejection medications in “Crazy Love,” and then shooting him in “Tell Me You Fucking Need Me,” let me tell you, you ain’t seen nothing yet. Their incessant need to win leads Frank and Sammi into an all-out War of the Roses.

Mar 05 2015

The Americans – “Born Again” Retrospective. Truths and Lies Get the Job Done.

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  • March 5, 2015

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<i>The Americans</i> - "Born Again" Retrospective. Truths and Lies Get the Job Done. 3

All that aside, Rhys and Russell turn in some of their most convincing acting in “Born Again,” as does Mahendru. That in itself is what keeps me coming back week after week.

Mar 03 2015

TV News: New Series Lead the Way for Syfy’s 2015 Spring Programming

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  • March 3, 2015

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TV News: New Series Lead the Way for Syfy's 2015 Spring Programming 4

Today, Syfy released its 2015 spring programming schedule, which includes new drama series Olympus and a new unscripted show, Haunting: Australia, along with the return of Lost Girl and Bitten.

Mar 03 2015

TV News: WWE® Hall of Fame Special to Air on USA Network

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  • March 3, 2015

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TV News: WWE® Hall of Fame Special to Air on USA Network 5

This year, WWE Legends, including “Macho Man®” Randy Savage, The Bushwhackers, and Rikishi, as well as pop-culture icon Arnold Schwarzenegger, will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in a one-hour special airing Monday, March 30 at 11/10c.

Mar 01 2015

Shameless – “Tell Me You Fucking Need Me” Retrospective. Relationships.

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  • March 1, 2015

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<i>Shameless</i> – “Tell Me You Fucking Need Me” Retrospective. Relationships. 6

“Tell Me You Fucking Need Me” is Macy’s first time directing an episode of #Shameless, and he does a great job, particularly with Fiona, Mickey, and Ian’s (Cameron Monaghan) scene in the psychiatric hospital…Macy does a terrific job with this scene, specifically by playing up the noise from the ping pong table, and making the audience feel what Ian is feeling.

Feb 25 2015

The Americans – “Salang Pass” Retrospective. This and That.

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  • February 25, 2015

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<i>The Americans<i> - "Salang Pass" Retrospective. This and That. 7

Pardon me, but I can’t start my review until I finish eating all the Jiffy Pop™ and Rocky Road ice cream in my house. Lord, this episode gave me the munchies, which isn’t necessarily a good thing. Although, my snacks took my mind off how bored I was watching “Salang Pass.”

Feb 25 2015

Casting News for FX’s New Drama Series, The Bastard Executioner

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  • February 25, 2015

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Casting News for FX's New Drama Series, <i>The Bastard Executioner</i> 8

Never let it be said Kurt Sutter rests on his laurels. No, after a successful run with his hit series, Sons of Anarchy, Sutter is back as both creator, executive producer, and star of The Bastard Executioner, which deals with a warrior knight in King Edward I’s charge.

Feb 24 2015

Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce Season Finale – “Rule No. 101: Know When It’s Time to Move On” Retrospective. Crazy Love.

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  • February 24, 2015

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<i>Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce</i> Season Finale - "Rule No. 101: Know When It's Time to Move On" Retrospective. Crazy Love. 9

Season 1, Episode 13 Air Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 10 pm ET/PT on Bravo Rating:   “Abby, just because we signed the papers doesn’t mean we have to file them.” – Jake   At the end of last week’s episode, Jake (Paul Adelstein) was just about to lock lips with Abby (Lisa Edelstein) …

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Feb 18 2015

The Americans– “Dimebag” Retrospective. A Shocking Revelation and a Shocking Suspicion.

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  • February 18, 2015

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<i>The Americans</i>– “Dimebag” Retrospective. A Shocking Revelation and a Shocking Suspicion. 11

While “Dimebag” doesn’t have the same amount of suspense and intrigue as previous episodes of #TheAmericans, it does do a good job of advancing some story lines.

Feb 17 2015

Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce – “Rule No. 92: Don’t Do the Crime If You Can’t Do the Time” Retrospective. The Past and the Future.

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  • February 17, 2015

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<i>Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce</i> – “Rule No. 92: Don’t Do the Crime If You Can’t Do the Time” Retrospective. The Past and the Future. 12

Season 1, Episode 12 Air Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 10 pm ET/PT on Bravo Rating:   “Only white people think partying in a prison jumpsuit is good.” – Marco As “Rule No. 92: Don’t Do the Crime if You Can’t Do the Time” (“Rule 92”) opens, Jo (Alanna Ubach) is gathering a bunch …

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Feb 15 2015

Shameless – “Crazy Love” Retrospective. Dilemmas Galore.

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  • February 15, 2015

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<i>Shameless</i> – “Crazy Love” Retrospective. Dilemmas Galore. 14

Writer John Wells has obviously done his homework to provide such an in-depth look at bi-polar disorder in the aptly titled “Crazy Love.” Cameron Monaghan has too as he steals every scene he’s in. It is incredibly heartbreaking to watch as Ian says goodbye to his loved ones before entering a treatment facility.

Feb 12 2015

Cinemax Picks Up New Drama Series Outcast

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  • February 12, 2015

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Cinemax Picks Up New Drama Series <i>Outcast</i> 15

Robert Kirkman, best known for The Walking Dead, and Chris Black, co-executive producer of such shows as Mad Men, Ugly Betty, and more recently, Red Widow, are now collaborating on Cinemax’s new series Outcast. Both men created and are executive producing the ten-episode drama starring Patrick Fugit, Philip Glenister, and Gabriel Bateman.

Feb 12 2015

Conference Call Transcript – Annet Mahendru Talks About Her Role as Nina on The Americans

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  • February 12, 2015

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Conference Call Transcript - Annet Mahendru Talks About Her Role as Nina on <i>The Americans</i> 16

I love participating in and reading the transcripts of conference calls with my favorite actors. Annet Mahendru is no exception as she provides great insight into Nina, the Russian spy character she plays on FX’s critically acclaimed series, #TheAmericans.

Feb 11 2015

The Americans – “Open House” Retrospective.

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  • February 11, 2015

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<i>The Americans</i> - "Open House" Retrospective. 17

Director Thomas Schlamme knows exactly how to convey emotions without a single word of dialogue. First, with “The Star Spangled Banner” playing in the background, Schlamme uses a tender kiss to portray the love the Jennings have for each other. Then, in a rather squeamish scene where Philip deals with Elizabeth’s dental problem, the camera darts back and forth between Philip and Elizabeth’s eyes, conveying the trust and love between them. This is direction at its best.

Feb 10 2015

– “Rule No. 46: Keep the Holidays Low Key”

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  • February 10, 2015

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<Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce</i> - "Rule No. 46: Keep the Holidays Low Key" 18

Ghosts are front and center in this week’s installment of Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce (#GG2D). So is the realization of what family means for more than one character. We are also witness to a rather volatile Thanksgiving celebration in “Rule No. 46: Keep the Holidays Low Key” (“Rule 46”) that teaches a lesson to more than one person.

Feb 08 2015

Shameless – “Rite of Passage” Retrospective. Reality Can Be a Bitch.

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  • February 8, 2015

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<i>Shameless</i> - "Rite of Passage" Retrospective. Reality Can Be a Bitch. 19

Generally speaking, “Rite of Passage” is a very entertaining episode. Writer Etan Frankel does a good job with the dialogue, especially between Fiona and Gus, Fiona and Lip, and Frank and Laura. I also enjoy how much Debbie and Carl are connecting, working together on their various schemes.

Feb 05 2015

TV News: Bravo Media Greenlights a Second Season for Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce”

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  • February 5, 2015

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TV News: Bravo Media Greenlights a Second Season for <i>Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce"</i> 20

As an avid fan of Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce, I couldn’t be more pleased to bring you the fantastic news that Bravo Media is giving the show a second season, comprised of 13 episodes.

Feb 04 2015

The Americans– “Baggage” Retrospective. Looking Ahead.

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  • February 4, 2015

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<i>The Americans</i>– “Baggage” Retrospective. Looking Ahead. 21

All three of these plot points open the door to some very interesting scenarios, some with far-reaching consequences. As swiftly as the scenes unfold is how quickly time passes when watching this captivating episode of The Americans.

Feb 03 2015

Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce – “Rule No. 3: Don’t Stand in the Doorway” Retrospective. Facing Your Fears.

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  • February 3, 2015

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<i>Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce</i> – “Rule No. 3: Don’t Stand in the Doorway” Retrospective. Facing Your Fears. 22

“Rule No. 3: Don’t Stand in the Doorway” does a great job of addressing the fears in all of us. From the simplest—Charlie’s fear of the dark—to the more serious—Delia’s fear of commitment, and Abby’s avoidance of Will (Warren Christie), everyone faces their worst fears in “Rule No. 3.”

Feb 01 2015

Shameless – “A Night to Remem-Wait, What?” Review. Easy Come, Easy Go

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  • February 1, 2015

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<i>Shameless</i> - "A Night to Remem-Wait, What?" Review. Easy Come, Easy Go 23

“A Night to Remem-Wait, What?” is, without a doubt, the best episode of the season so far. Episodic writer Davey Holmes outdoes himself with the ongoing story lines and brilliant dialogue. The episode revolves mainly around Fiona and Frank, and both Rossum and Macy steal almost every scene they’re in.

Jan 30 2015

Video – The Americans Declassified – Episode 1 Commentary

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  • January 30, 2015

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The season premiere of The Americans was a big hit for the cast and crew of this critically acclaimed series. Now you can go behind the scenes of The Americans for a closer look at the episode with Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields, and Daniel Sackheim.

Jan 28 2015

The Americans Season 3 Premiere – “EST Men” Review. The Saga Continues.

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  • January 28, 2015

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<i>The Americans</i> Season 3 Premiere – “EST Men” Review. The Saga Continues. 25

“EST Men” unfortunately lacks the suspense, intensity, and passion that was so prevalent in previous seasons, except for the opening scene, which had me holding my breath. That is not to say I didn’t enjoy the season premiere, as I did. “EST Men” is too busy setting up the third season of The Americans to include the same level of action sequences we’ve seen before. It would be unreasonable to expect that. I’m sure there will be plenty of edge-of-your-seat scenes to thrill us as the season moves forward.

Jan 27 2015

Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce – “Rule 32: F-You, Rob Frumpkis!” Retrospective. Lessons Learned.

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  • January 27, 2015

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<i>Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce</i> – “Rule 32: F-You, Rob Frumpkis!” Retrospective. Lessons Learned. 26

I can always tell when Noxon puts on her writer’s cap—I find myself with an idiotic Cheshire grin on my face throughout the majority of the episode. “Rule 32” fits the bill, particularly during Edelstein and Christie’s scenes together. They have such amazing chemistry onscreen, I could almost close my eyes and feel the emotions bouncing off them. Of course, director Robert Duncan McNeill deserves kudos for the way he sets up the scenes.

Jan 27 2015

Interview with Matthew Rhys, One of the Stars of FX’s Critically Acclaimed Political Thriller, The Americans

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  • January 27, 2015

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Interview with Matthew Rhys, One of the Stars of FX's Critically Acclaimed Political Thriller, <i>The Americans</i> 27

As you may or may not know, The Americans is one of my favorite TV shows. Actor Matthew Rhys, who plays Philip and a host of other aliases on the show, was kind enough to participate in a conference call on Monday, January 26, 2015 to discuss his role in the show and what we can expect …

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