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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Jun 23 2011

Review: Franklin & Bash, S1, E4 – “Bro-Bono”

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  • June 23, 2011

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It should be illegal to have this much fun in one television series. These boys really know how to mix work with play. Plus, I can’t express enough how sharp and witty the dialogue is in this show.

Jun 22 2011

Advance Review: Suits, S1, E1 – “Pilot”

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  • June 22, 2011

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“Suits” grabbed me from the opening scene and kept me interested and amused throughout the entire hour. I thoroughly enjoyed the show. The writing is sharp and witty and the characters perfectly acted. While the show has a serious undertone to it, it’s lighthearted enough to make this a very pleasant and enjoyable show, fitting perfectly into USA’s network of characters.

Jun 22 2011

News: Production Begins in London on HBO’s New Comedy Series, “Life’s Too Short”

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  • June 22, 2011

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Fans of the comedy genre, rejoice! There’s a new series coming from Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant (creators of the Golden Globe-winning BBC comedy series “The Office,” and HBO series “Extras” and “The Ricky Gervais Show”). Production has begun in London on a new comedy series for HBO, “Life’s Too Short.” The seven-episode series will debut on BBC Two later this year and on HBO in 2012.

Jun 21 2011

HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm” Returns for its Eighth Season Sunday, July 10

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  • June 21, 2011

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With the distinct possibility of divorce from Cheryl on the horizon, Larry faces major changes in his life. Will he be able to cope?
The Emmy®- and Golden Globe-winning comedy series “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” executive produced by and starring Larry David, kicks off its ten-episode eighth season Sunday, July 10 (10:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

Jun 20 2011

Review: Season Finale of Nurse Jackie, S3, E12 – “Deaf Blind Tumor Pee-Test”

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  • June 20, 2011

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As season finales go, “Deaf Blind Tumor Pee-Test” is rather lackluster — except for Kevin’s reveal. Season three was pretty good overall, so I’m disappointed with this finale. I think the writers missed their mark with this episode. If you ask me, they took the easy way out. Thankfully, they have another season in which to redeem themselves.

Jun 17 2011

News: “True Blood” and “Game of Thrones” at Comic Con 2011

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  • June 17, 2011

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Fabulous news for fans of HBO series “True Blood” and “Game of Thrones.” Both shows will have panels at this year’s Comic Con in San Diego. The popular event takes place from July 21st to July 24th, with a preview night on July 20th. If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet, you’re SOL. It’s completely sold out.

Jun 16 2011

Review: Franklin & Bash, S1, E3 – “Jennifer of Troy”

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  • June 16, 2011

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“Franklin & Bash” isn’t really about the cases. None of them are serious; instead, they deal with wacky, off-the-wall, fun topics. More, it’s all about best buds: the kind who live together, hunt girls together and practice law together. This week, however, is a little different as the guys try to win a case with more serious undertones that revolves around the definition of beauty. Jennifer Putnam (Jillian Bell) is a woman who knows she’s beautiful; so beautiful, in fact, she believes she was fired for it.

Jun 14 2011

TV Clip: Rescue Me, The Final Season – “You vs. Me”

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  • June 14, 2011

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“Rescue Me” premieres Wednesday, July 13 at 10 pm ET/PT only on FX. Check out this comical banter between Tommy Gavin (Denis Leary) and Kenny “Lou” Shea (John Scurti) from the seventh and final season of this award-winning series.

Jun 13 2011

Review: Nurse Jackie, S3, E11 – “Batting Practice”

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  • June 13, 2011

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As Grace (Ruby Jerins) gives Fiona (Mackenzie Aladjem) vitamins at the breakfast table, Jackie gazes longingly at the pills, wishing it were Roxy and she was the one taking them. Something tells me Jackie’s not going to be sober for much longer.

Jun 13 2011

Recap/Review: The Real Housewives of New Jersey, S3, E5 – “Stick It”

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  • June 13, 2011

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As reality episodes go, this one is on the tame side. We learn Melissa longs to become a singer and loving husband that he is, Joey G decides to support her in the pursuit of her dream. But someone really should tell Melissa the correct words to “Amazing Grace.” Of course, using the word “wench” instead of “wretch” really does suit her, don’t you think? Meow…

Jun 09 2011

Review: Franklin & Bash, S1, E2 – “She Came Upstairs to Kill Me”

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  • June 9, 2011

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While “Franklin & Bash” bills itself as a legal series, it can’t be considered in the same genre as “The Good Wife.” To me, it’s more like Lifetime’s “Drop Dead Diva.” It doesn’t take itself too seriously, which is what makes it so much fun to watch.

Jun 07 2011

Recap/Review: The Real Housewives of New Jersey, S3, E4 – “Gobblefellas”

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  • June 7, 2011

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Who’s ready for Thanksgiving? I sure am, after seeing the feasts put out at Melissa and Joey G’s house, as well as at Teresa and Joe’s. Didn’t it make you the least bit hungry? Food aside, it looks like the Gorgas and Giudices are that much closer to a reconciliation.

Jun 06 2011

Review: Nurse Jackie, S3, E10 – “F*ck the Lemurs”

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  • June 6, 2011

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Since when do children get to decide whether they need medication? Isn’t that the therapist’s call? And is Grace (Ruby Jerins) turning into her mother when she opts to use Xanax to quiet her anxieties? There’s a pill for everything, right? I’m not exactly sure I understand what’s going on with Grace, but I do know Jerins deserves an Emmy® nod for her performance in “F*ck the Lemurs.”

Jun 06 2011

And the Nominee Is …

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  • June 6, 2011

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Just what we need – another awards show. The Broadcast Journalist Critics Choice Awards has branched out with its first ever Critics Choice Television Awards to be held in Los Angeles on Monday, June 20th. Given that this awards show has some unusual nominees and categories, I’m anxious to see it.

Jun 04 2011

Movie Clips: “Kung Fu Panda 2” and “The Hangover Part II”

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  • June 4, 2011

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Previews of new movies, lively celebrity interviews and the latest Hollywood buzz as only Starz can deliver it.

Jun 01 2011

Review: Franklin & Bash – “Pilot”

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  • June 1, 2011

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If you’re looking for a serious drama in “Franklin & Bash,” change the channel now. This is not your father’s legal procedural. Rather, it’s a buddy show that happens to be based in a law firm. The quirkiness of Franklin and Bash’s bromance, combined with the supposed seriousness of the Infeld Daniels law firm is an odd match, but that’s what makes this new TNT series click. It’s all just a lot of good lighthearted, campy fun with some mildly serious undertones.

May 31 2011

Recap/Review: The Real Housewives of New Jersey – “Sealed with a Diss”

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  • May 31, 2011

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How long can this family feud go on? Stop acting like babies and kiss and make up already! At least that’s how I feel. I don’t know about you, but I’m happy Teresa makes an effort in “Sealed with a Diss.”

May 26 2011

News/TV Clip: “The Big C” Returns to Showtime Monday, June 27

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  • May 26, 2011

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This season, Cathy progresses from Denial to Anger on the grief cycle, and will become an all-out warrier in the fight against her Stage 4 melanoma. “The Big C” returns to Showtime, Monday, June 27th at 10:30 pm ET/PT.

May 24 2011

Hines Ward MVP of “Dancing with the Stars!” Recap/Review: “Dancing with the Stars – The Results Show,” Week 10 Season Finale

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  • May 24, 2011

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It was an entertaining season finale for Dancing with the Stars and I have to say, I’ve had a difficult time picking my favorite. All three finalists deserve to win, in my opinion. If truth be told, though, I have been rooting for Hines Ward all along. So imagine how happy I am now that …

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May 24 2011

Recap/Review: Real Housewives of New Jersey – “Drop Dead Gorgas”

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  • May 24, 2011

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While “Real Housewives of New Jersey” would have us believing it’s Halloween, this episode is more about what went down at last week’s christening.

May 23 2011

Review: Nurse Jackie, Season 3, Episode 9 – “Have You Met Ms. Jones?”

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  • May 23, 2011

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Airdate: Monday, May 23, 2011, 10:00 pm ET/PT on Showtime Rating: I never thought I would see the day when Jackie (Edie Falco) would resort to over-the-counter medicine for pain, but that’s exactly what she does in “Have You Seen Ms. Jones?” Not only does she ask Dr. O’Hara (Eve Best) for aspirin, but the …

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May 23 2011

Recap/Review: “Dancing with the Stars” Season Finale

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  • May 23, 2011

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Coming into tonight’s show, I would have said Hines was my favorite. After watching however, I have to say, Chelsea just blew away her competition.

May 19 2011

The CW Adds Three New Scripted and Three Unscripted Series to its 2011-12 Schedule

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  • May 19, 2011

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At a very lively Upfront in New York today, The CW Network announced its 2011-12 schedule. Of particular interest are the three new scripted series and one reality series slated for Fall 2011, and two reality series scheduled for mid-season.

May 18 2011

Syfy Picks Up Hit Canadian Supernatural Drama “Lost Girl”

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  • May 18, 2011

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Syfy announced today it has acquired both seasons (26 episodes) of the hit Canadian supernatural drama “Lost Girl” from Prodigy Pictures. The show stars supernatural seductress Bo, played by Anna Silk (The Ghost Whisperer), a succubus who feeds off sexual energy.

May 18 2011

TNT Announces Ambitious New Development Slate

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  • May 18, 2011

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TNT is adding two new series this summer: “Falling Skies,” starring Noah Wylie, and “Franklin & Bash,” starring Mark-Paul Gosselaar. 2012 will see “Perception,” starring Eric McCormack. The big news, however, is the large amount of series TNT has in production.

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