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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Apr 20 2011

Lady Gaga Debuts Her First Solo Concert on HBO, May 7

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For those who haven’t had the privilege of watching Lady Gaga perform live, and for those lucky enough to have HBO, you are in for a real treat. Five-time Emmy® award winner Lady Gaga headlines her first ever solo HBO concert when “Lady Gaga Presents the Monster Ball Tour: At Madison Square Garden” debuts Saturday, May 7th from 9-11:00 pm ET/PT.

Apr 19 2011

Supermodel Petra Succumbs to Low Scores. Recap – “Dancing with the Stars – The Results Show” – Week 5

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  • April 19, 2011

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I have to say I’m disappointed with tonight’s outcome. But someone has to go, right? So, let me tell you what happened on tonight’s Results Show.

Apr 19 2011

HBO Renews “Game of Thrones” for a Second Season

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  • April 19, 2011

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I find it interesting that some networks renew some shows after only one episode, while others, wildly popular with fans (think Chuck, among others), languish til the very last minute waiting for the all-important call telling them their show has been renewed. How happy everyone involved in “Game of Thrones” must be to have learned the show has been granted a second season already.

Apr 18 2011

Review – Nurse Jackie, Season 3, Episode 4 – “Mittens”

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  • April 18, 2011

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Once again our favorite nurse searches for new hiding places for her stash of drugs. At least, Jackie (Edie Falco) and Dr. O’Hara (Eve Best) have mended fences. That makes me happy. I love their heart-to-hearts.

Apr 18 2011

Hines Ward Tops the Leader Board Again! Recap/Review – “Dancing with the Stars” Week 5

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  • April 18, 2011

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Ok folks, we’re halfway through the competition so it’s time to bring it stars! It’s American Night on “Dancing with the Stars” and everyone will be performing to tunes that celebrate our country. We get right to it as Ralph and Karina are up first.

Apr 18 2011

HBO Picks Up New Julia Louis-Dreyfus Series, “Veep”

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  • April 18, 2011

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Good news comedy fans! Emmy® winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus will be returning to your screens in 2012 with her new comedy series, “Veep.” The show, about a Senator who becomes Vice President (Dreyfus), begins shooting in Baltimore this fall.

Apr 14 2011

ABC Announces Cast and Production of its Mini-Series, “Titanic”

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  • April 14, 2011

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On Monday, May 9, 2011 in Budapest, Hungary, ABC’s four-part mini-series “Titanic” will begin shooting with cast members Linus Roache (“Batman Begins,” “Law & Order”), Toby Jones (“Infamous,” “Frost/Nixon”) and Geraldine Somerville (the “Harry Potter” films). “Why?” you may ask.

Apr 14 2011

Tweet Live During Fox Movie Channel’s Presentation of “The Blue Bird”

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  • April 14, 2011

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Fox Movie Channel will air the 1976 movie, “The Blue Bird,” starring Academy Award® and Golden Globe winner Elizabeth Taylor, on Monday, April 25, 2011 at 8:00 pm EST and repeated at 10:00 pm EST. Fans will be able to tweet live during the presentation, offering their comments, favorite lines and personal memories of the recently-deceased Elizabeth Taylor. This movie is not available on DVD and is rarely seen on television.

Apr 12 2011

Sugar Ray Goes Down – Recap, “Dancing with the Stars – The Results Show”

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  • April 12, 2011

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“Dancing with the Stars – The Result Show” opened with David Garrett and the Harold Wheeler Orchestra playing a lively number, to which the Dance Troupe performed beautifully. Right off the bat, Tom and Brooke called up Chelsea and Mark, Hines and Kym, and Ralph and Karina.

Apr 12 2011

The Style Network Reveals Robust Slate of New Shows in Development

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  • April 12, 2011

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The Style Network has announced a slate of series in development for the 2011-2012 season. Most will focus on fitness, organization and fashion; however, there will also be an inspirational reality family drama, a docuseries on expectant mothers, and a half-hour topical weekly series.

Apr 11 2011

Review – Nurse Jackie, Season 3, Episode 3 – “Play Me”

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  • April 11, 2011

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The words “Play Me” seem to have more than one meaning besides being the title. Perhaps they refer to God (Michael Buscemi, yes he’s Steve Buscemi’s brother, reprising his role from last season) stealing a street piano so he can play it for Zoey (Merritt Wever); or perhaps to Kevin (Dominic Fumusa), who uses his sister Tunie (Jaimie Alexander) to spy on Jackie for him; or it could be Coop (Peter Facinelli) playing Thor (Stephen Wallum) to get his help with a fantasy football league in the hospital. There’s a lot going on in “Play Me,” and it’s all good.

Apr 11 2011

Chelsea Kane Gets Her Wish – Recap/Review of Week 4 of “Dancing with the Stars”

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  • April 11, 2011

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Chelsea Kane gets her wish as she and Mark Ballas sore to the top of the leader board this week.

Apr 11 2011

Movie Clips – “Fast Five” – the Racing Duo Returns

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  • April 11, 2011

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“Fast Five,” next in the “Fast and Furious” franchise, opens Friday, April 29th but will this fifth installment bring fury to the box office or will it leave fast?

Apr 11 2011

USA Taking Over the Summer with Nine Original Series

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  • April 11, 2011

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I am so excited for the summer to begin as some of my favorite USA series will be returning – “White Collar,” “Covert Affairs,” “Burn Notice,” “Royal Pains” and “In Plain Sight.” On top of that, USA has announced it will have two new original series, “Suits” and “Necessary Roughness.”

Apr 07 2011

Movie Review – “Source Code”

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  • April 7, 2011

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“Source Code” is a glitsy, science fiction version of Harold Ramis’ comedy, “Groundhog Day” combined with the twist you would find in “Twilight Zone.” Gyllenhaal does an admirable job with this movie, which is a relief given the amount of flops he’s been in recently. He captures the nuances of his character beautifully, whether it’s Capt. Stevens or Sean.

Apr 07 2011

Showtime’s “Homeless” and “House of Lies” Get Full Orders

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  • April 7, 2011

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I remember the days when all the good tv was on broadcast networks, and the premium channels were reserved for movies that you either didn’t get a chance to catch at the movies, or couldn’t afford to go to. No so anymore. Back in 2010, Showtime announced they were greenlighting two new series, “Homeland” and “House of Lies.” Today, they announced both series have received 12-episode orders and will begin production this summer.

Apr 07 2011

What a Milestone for Fox’s “House!” 150 Episodes!

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  • April 7, 2011

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What an accomplishment! Fox’s “House” will be airing its 150th episode Monday, April 11th from 8:00-9:00 pm ET/PT. Check out the synopsis of the episode, “The Dig,” as well as episodic photos.

Apr 07 2011

Mildred Pierce, Parts 4 and 5, Sunday, April 10

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  • April 7, 2011

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While many have complained the Depression-era drama, “Mildred Pierce,” is too slow, as have I, I’m still interested enough to find out how the show ends. Mildred opens another restaurant; she throws Veda out of the house after an argument; she marries Monty and makes up with Veda; all leading up to a shocking revelation that changes Mildred’s life forever.

Apr 05 2011

Wendy Williams Departs – Recap, “Dancing with the Stars – The Result Show” Week 3

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  • April 5, 2011

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Dancing with the Stars – The Result Show opened with the judges choosing to have Hines and Kym dance the wonderful Samba they danced last night, but before doing it, Tom Bergeron told them they were safe. Fabulous news, since Hines is one of my top three picks to win the Mirror Ball Trophy! Sugar …

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Apr 05 2011

HBO’s “Too Big To Fail” Debuts May 23, 2011

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  • April 5, 2011

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HBO announced the debut date for its HBO Films Presentation, “Too Big to Fail” today. The confirmed date is Monday, May 23rd at 9:00 p.m. Based on Andrew Ross Sorkin’s bestselling book of the same name, the flick will give us a behind-the-scenes look at the greatest financial meltdown since “The Great Depression” and the powerful people who decided the fate of the world’s economy in a matter of a few weeks. (ET/PT).

Apr 04 2011

Review, Nurse Jackie, Season 3, Episode 2 – “Enough Rope”

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  • April 4, 2011

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Directed beautifully by Steve Buscemi, fighting to keep friends is a recurrent theme throughout “Enough Rope.” Jackie (Edie Falco) is struggling to hold onto her best friend, Dr. O’Hara (Eve Best). Coop (Peter Facinelli) is trying to make amends with Sam (Arjun Gupta), while Eddie (Paul Schulze) wants to hold onto his friendship with Kevin (Dominic Fumusa), sans lies. And so it goes on another wonderful episode of “Nurse Jackie.”

Apr 04 2011

Hines Ward Rises to the Top – Recap/Review – “Dancing with the Stars” – Week 3

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  • April 4, 2011

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This week, the dancers had to choose songs to dance to that mean something to them. To give everyone an idea of what the judges are looking for, the Dance Troupe started us off. Tristan and Nicole did a perfectly executed Paso Doble, while Ted and Peta danced a very sensual Rumba. Kiki and Oksana did a very lively Samba with some pretty awesome Samba rolls!

Apr 02 2011

HBO Series “Treme” Kicks Off Its 11-Episode Second Season April 24

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  • April 2, 2011

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For all you “Treme” fans out there, it’s back! Get ready for all the pathos, drama and yes, the music as the Emmy® -nominated series returns with its second season on Sunday, April 24 at 9:00 pm ET/PT on HBO.

Apr 01 2011

Debut Dates for “True Blood,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “Entourage”

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  • April 1, 2011

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The wait is over HBO fans! The debut dates for the new seasons of “True Blood,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “Entourage” have been confirmed, and I, for one, can’t wait. Especially for my favorite vampires, werewolves and faeries!

Mar 31 2011

John Travolta Confirmed as John Gotti, Sr. in Indie film, “Gotti: Three Generations”

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  • March 31, 2011

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It has finally been confirmed that John Travolta will play John Gotti, Sr. in the upcoming Indie film, “Gotti: Three Generations,” slated for release in 2013. The story will revolve around Gotti Sr.’s, aka the Dapper Don, relationship with his son, John Gotti, Jr.

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