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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May 07 2014

The Americans – “Stealth” Review. They’re Getting Closer.

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  • May 7, 2014

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The Americans – “Stealth” Review. They’re Getting Closer. 1

This week’s installment of The Americans delves further into the technology needed for the stealth program, and the lengths the Russians will go to obtain it. In addition, Philip (Matthew Rhys) finds out the FBI knows about the Connors, and also learns Stan (Noah Emmerich) has interviewed the Connors’ son Jared (Owen Campbell). This doesn’t bode well for Philip and Elizabeth (Keri Russell), now does it? And let’s not forget, Larrick (Lee Tergesen) is still lurking about. He’s a very dangerous man.

May 01 2014

Vote in AMC’s Poll for Your Favorite Episode of Season 4 of “The Walking Dead”

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  • May 1, 2014

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Vote in AMC's Poll for Your Favorite Episode of Season 4 of "The Walking Dead" 2

Now that we have recovered from the season four finale of The Walking Dead, we get to have a little fun by voting for our favorite episode of the season.

Apr 30 2014

The Americans – “Yousaf” Review. They’re Getting Closer.

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  • April 30, 2014

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The Americans – “Yousaf” Review. They're Getting Closer. 3

“Yousaf” leaves its viewers with many questions, and to me, that is one of the hallmarks of a good episode. The episode provokes you to question people’s motives, elicits feelings you didn’t know you had, and is wonderfully written and acted.

Apr 23 2014

The Americans – “Martial Eagle” Review. Guilt Can Do Strange Things.

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  • April 23, 2014

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The Americans – “Martial Eagle” Review. Guilt Can Do Strange Things. 4

Guilt plays a large role in this week’s episode of The Americans. “Martial Eagle” is a very powerful episode, leaving you glued to the screen more than once during the 70 minutes it’s on. Things don’t go as planned for Philip (Matthew Rhys) and Elizabeth (Keri Russell) at Martial Eagle, the training camp for Nicaraguans, which has a profound effect on both of them. FBI Agent Stan Beeman (Noah Emmerich) addresses his guilt during “Martial Eagle” as well, on top of dealing with a heartbreaking turn of events with his wife Sandra (Susan Misner). Guilt can do strange things to people, as we see in this ninth installment of The Americans.

Apr 16 2014

The Americans – “New Car” Review. How Far Would You Go?

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  • April 16, 2014

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The Americans - "New Car" Review. How Far Would You Go? 5

While “New Car” exhibits Philip’s (Matthew Rhys) love for many things American, it also reaffirms his hatred for America when he learns the Americans planted the propeller plans he and Elizabeth (Keri Russell) stole last week in “Arpanet,” which led to the deaths of 180 Russian men aboard a submarine. In the meantime, despite Martha (Alison Wright) telling Clark/Philip “everything is great” between them, she attempts to throw a monkey wrench into the works concerning her job. She has no idea that what she’s asking Clark to do may very well signal the end of their marriage unless Clark can find a way to dissuade her. “New Car” deals with loyalty—to countries and people you love.

Apr 16 2014

FX’s The Americans Renewed for a Third Season

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  • April 16, 2014

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As a weekly reviewer and huge fan of FX’s The Americans, I was thrilled to learn the critically acclaimed series has been renewed for a 13-episode third season. There are six episodes remaining this season, which will now air on Wednesdays at 10 pm ET/PT, only on FX.

Apr 09 2014

The Americans – Review of “Arpanet.” A Rat, Some Cheese, and a Tiger

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  • April 9, 2014

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“Arpanet” moves the storyline along nicely and is a very interesting episode. We see Lucia for who she truly is, as well as a new side of Nina. Mahendru is doing such a good job of portraying Nina, I can’t tell whose side Nina is on. Just when I think she is truly in love with Stan, she does an abrupt about face with Oleg. Or does she?

Apr 02 2014

The Plot Thickens. Review: The Americans – “Behind the Red Door”

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  • April 2, 2014

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The Plot Thickens. Review: The Americans – “Behind the Red Door” 8

“Behind the Red Door” is a very intriguing episode for several reasons. Outside of the usual brilliant dialogue, mostly wonderful direction, and superb acting, “Behind the Red Door” left me with several questions, something I like when watching my favorite TV shows.

Apr 02 2014

Wil Wheaton Hosts New Syfy Comedy Show – The Wil Wheaton Project

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  • April 2, 2014

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Syfy has greenlit the 12-episode summer series, The Wil Wheaton Project (working title), a weekly topical comedy show hosted by actor, blogger and champion of geek culture Wil Wheaton. The 30-minute show will offer a fast-paced, lighthearted exploration and celebration of all things within the realm of science fiction and genre entertainment.

Apr 02 2014

Smithsonian Premieres Malaysia 370: The Flight That Vanished

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  • April 2, 2014

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Smithsonian Channel explores one of the great aviation mysteries of our time in the upcoming one-hour special MALAYSIA 370: THE PLANE THAT VANISHED premiering Sunday, April 6 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. At a time when speculation is rife, the special dives deep into the detail of the Boeing 777, the technologies involved in the search, and aviation procedures that may be transformed in the aftermath of this disaster.

Apr 02 2014

Lifetime’s PETALS ON THE WIND Premieres Memorial Day May 26

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  • April 2, 2014

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On the heels of the Lifetime Original Movie Flowers in the Attic, this year’s number one movie telecast on ad-supported cable, Lifetime will premiere the much-anticipated sequel Petals on the Wind (#PetalsOnTheWind) on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at 9 pm PT/ET.

Apr 02 2014

How Far Will Raylan Go? Review: Justified – “Starvation”

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  • April 2, 2014

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How Far Will Raylan Go? Review: Justified – "Starvation" 10

“Starvation” is the penultimate episode to the season five finale. While there are moments of intrigue and complexity, a lot falls flat. After last week’s explosive (all puns intended) showing in “The Toll,” my hopes were high for a continuation of exciting episodes leading into the finale but alas, “Starvation” leaves me…hungry.

Apr 01 2014

Oscar-Winning Producer to Bring Canadian Author’s Epic Fantasy to the Big Screen

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  • April 1, 2014

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Canadian indie author, Lorna Suzuki and Oscar-winning producer, Don Carmody have partnered with independent filmmaker and executive producer, Michy Gustavia to co-produce Suzuki’s epic fantasy novels. The Imago Chronicles, A Warrior’s Tale is the first in a major motion picture trilogy and anticipated for worldwide theatrical release in 2015.

Apr 01 2014

Three’s a Crowd. Recap: Resurrection – “Us Against the World”

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  • April 1, 2014

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Agent Bellamy’s (Omar Epps) discovery of Dale Getheard’s (Jason Saucier) body creates an unlikely alliance between Bellamy and Sheriff Langston (Matt Craven). The two are usually at odds with each other but now must focus on finding Dale’s murderer, who Bellamy believes to be Caleb (Sam Hazeldine).

Mar 31 2014

Reemergence and the Evolution of Rick. Review: Season 4 Finale of The Walking Dead – “A”

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  • March 31, 2014

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Reemergence and the Evolution of Rick. Review: Season 4 Finale of The Walking Dead - “A” 13

The final scene of “A” solidifies the badassery of the group of people I’ve come to know and love in this world littered with zombies and despair.

Mar 31 2014

Movie News: TUMBLEDOWN Begins Principal Photography

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  • March 31, 2014

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TUMBLEDOWN, a romantic comedy starring Jason Sudeikis and Rebecca Hall, has begun principal photography in Devens, Massachusetts, it was announced by producers Kristin Hahn and Bron Studios Aaron L. Gilbert and Margot Hand. Dianna Agron, Blythe Danner, Griffin Dunne, Joe Manganiello and Richard Masur also star. Tumbledown is directed by Sean Mewshaw from an original screenplay by Desi Van Til.

Mar 31 2014

Comedy Bang! Bang! Returns For Season 3 On IFC – More Stars, More Spoofs

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  • March 31, 2014

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Scott Aukerman (Between Two Ferns, Mr. Show) and Reggie Watts (Conan, Jash.com) return for an all-new 20 episode third season of the unconventionally entertaining scripted late night talk show, Comedy Bang! Bang! Thursday, May 8 at 10:30PM ET/PT on IFC, immediately following the season two premiere of Maron. The only talk show on television where space, time, reason and laws of physics need not apply.

Mar 31 2014

Pharrell Williams Joins THE VOICE As New Coach In Season 7

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  • March 31, 2014

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Grammy Award winner and Academy Award nominee Pharrell Williams has signed on as a coach for the upcoming seventh season of NBC’s Emmy Award-winning musical competition series “The Voice.”

Mar 31 2014

TV News: Tori Spelling’s Real Story to be Told in Lifetime’s docu-series, True Tori

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  • March 31, 2014

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With all the rumors about her marriage to Dean McDermott, Tori Spelling will be telling all in her new docu-series True Tori premiering Tuesday, April 22 at 10 pm ET/PT, only on LIfetime. The show will address the couple’s struggles in almost real time, meaning viewers will see what happens immediately after the events occur.

Mar 31 2014

TV News: Showtime Renews Nurse Jackie for a Seventh Season

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  • March 31, 2014

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Wow! Talk about having faith in a show! Even before Showtime’s hit comedy series Nurse Jackie returns on Sunday, April 13 for its sixth season, the president of Showtime Networks has announced the show’s renewal for a seventh season. And with Jackie (Edie Falco) returning to her addicted ways this season, I can’t wait to see where Nurse Jackie goes for the seventh season! Lots of fun and dark comedy ahead, people!

Mar 30 2014

Love Dilemmas, Visions and More Prophecies. Recap: Vikings – “Answers in Blood”

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  • March 30, 2014

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Love Dilemmas, Visions and More Prophecies. Recap: Vikings - “Answers in Blood” 19

With Ragnar (Travis Fimmel) back in Kattegat and receiving much needed reinforcements, courtesy of his ex-wife Lagertha (Katheryn Winnick) and son Bjorn (Alexander Ludwig), the expectation of a huge battle against Jarl Borg (Thorbjørn Harr) has been building up. With the future of Kattegat and Ragnar’s family at stake, will we get the showdown we’ve been waiting for, or will Vikings take us on an unexpected journey?

Mar 29 2014

Let’s Litt This Up. Retrospective: Suits – “Heartburn”

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  • March 29, 2014

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After a passionate night with his girlfriend Sheila (Rachael Harris), Louis (Rick Hoffman) finds himself late for court and having to make a run for it. Arriving after the proceeding begins, Louis immediately goes into his closing arguments when he suddenly collapses from a heart attack.

Mar 28 2014

TV News: Syfy Renews Helix for a Second Season

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  • March 28, 2014

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Yes! Best news ever! Well, not really ever but in a long time. I am an avid fan of Helix so Syfy announcing its renewal for a 13-episode second season just delights me. I’m not thrilled with having to wait until winter 2015 for the season two premiere but I’ll take what I can get, especially since the season one finale airs tonight at 10 pm.

Mar 28 2014

Syfy’s New Thursday Lineup – Defiance and Dominion – Starting June 19

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  • March 28, 2014

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This June, Syfy furthers its commitment to premium scripted programming by dedicating an all-new night to original dramas. Beginning June 19, Syfy will kick off its new Thursday night block with the one-two punch of the season two premiere of Defiance, followed by the series premiere of Syfy’s newest scripted series, Dominion.

Mar 26 2014

The Race is On. Review: The Americans – “The Deal”

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  • March 26, 2014

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“The Deal” is a very interesting episode as it gives us an inside look at the political workings of three powerful countries, each with its own reason for wanting the Soviet defector. It also delves further into Elizabeth and Philip’s marriage, and leaves you feeling sorry for Baklanov, the pawn in the game the world powers are playing.

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