Bewildered would best describe my current mental state with regards to the season finale of one of the most intriguing and diverse new shows on television. American Horror Story crosses into perplexing and often times controversial territory with its writing and story arcs, but after taunting us with so much potential of what could have happened with Vivien’s (Connie Britton) unique fraternal twins, I feel a little cheated with “Afterbirth.”
Dec 22 2011
Video: #Homeland Showrunners Discuss the Season Finale
I know everyone has an opinion about the season finale of Homeland, whether you’re happy about Brody (Damian Lewis) not blowing up Vice President Walden (Jamey Sheridan), astonished at Brody killing Walker (Chris Chalk), or unhappy about not knowing who the mole is. Now we have an opportunity to hear about “Marine One” from the showrunners themselves.
Dec 19 2011
Review: #Homeland Season Finale – “Marine One” (“Why kill a man when you can kill an idea?”)
Rarely do I give six stars to an episode I’m reviewing, but “Marine One” more than deserves it. From the minute the episode begins, it’s clear we’re in for another roller coaster ride of an episode—which makes sense since we’ve been on them all season long. What an exciting season finale! “Marine One” successfully builds the tension and intrigue throughout, taking us on a series of highs and lows which had me barely breathing through key scenes and ultimately had me on the edge of my seat for the entire 90 minutes. I can’t remember the last time a series did that for me. It was thrilling, compelling, intriguing, and mesmerizing all at the same time.
Dec 16 2011
Review: American Horror Story – “Birth” (Has evil incarnate finally been born?) #ahsfx
Seems everyone is vying for Viven’s twins. Even “the gays” want in on the action. But if Grandma Constance (Jessica Lange) has anything to do with it, “the fairies,” Chad (guest star Zachary Quinto) and Patrick (guest star Teddy Sears) won’t stand a chance. Who wants the child the most? Is it the house? Nora? Constance? Does the child represent evil incarnate?
Dec 15 2011
Things Are Not Always How You Remember Them. Review: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “High School Reunion, Part 2: The Gang’s Revenge”
You know how sometimes, things don’t turn out to be exactly how you remember them? That’s exactly the case with “High School Reunion, Part 2: The Gang’s Revenge.” When Dennis (Glenn Howerton) and Dee (Kaitlin Olson) are left alone at a table during their high school reunion, they begin to formulate a plan to get back into the good graces of those who left them there. (See review of Part 1 here). Until Dennis decides seeking revenge would be much better than trying to reconnect and Dee agrees.
Dec 12 2011
Boss – Season 1, Episode 8 – “Choose” – “Choices, Retribution, a Win and Blood.”
The season finale of Boss is appropriately called “Choose” because by the time a primary election winner is declared, lines are drawn via tough and personal choices; loyalty is demanded and only a few remain standing. Will Mayor Kane (Kelsey Grammer) retain his power hold over Chicago and if he does, what price will he have to pay?
Dec 12 2011
Review: Enlightened – Season 1 Finale, Episode 10, “Burn It Down” – “A Cry for Help and Proof Against the Boys’ Club”
Levi (Luke Wilson) finally issues the SOS Amy (Laura Dern) has been waiting for and Damon (Charles Esten) grants Amy the opportunity to present her research findings at a meeting with her former group. Amy views the presentation as her ticket back to her old team. As personal and work-related conflicts hit a boiling point in ”Burn It Down”, will Levi agree to get the help he needs? Will the presentation offer Amy a way back to her old department? Or will the ever strong-willed Amy figure out an alternate way to pave her own future?
Dec 12 2011
Carrie loses her job & Brody gets fitted for a suicide bomb. Review: Homeland-“The Vest”
When we last saw Carrie (Claire Danes), she was in the hospital after almost being blown to bits in an explosion she was trying to prevent. Now, she’s trying to recover but her manic depression seems to have taken over. In the meantime, Sgt. Nick Brody (Damian Lewis) prepares to take his family on a trip so they can spend some quality time together before his campaign run takes over their lives.
Dec 11 2011
Book Review: Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
Dec 09 2011
Clips: Shameless – It’s “Lip” Week at Showtime!
Are you ready for the return of Shameless? I know I am! I can’t wait to see what’s in store for the loving but crazy Gallagher family in season two, beginning Sunday, January 8, 2012, 9:00 pm ET/PT! Right now though, it’s “Lip” week on Showtime. Check it out: http://www.sho.com/site/shameless/home.sho.
Dec 08 2011
Aluminum Monster, Ronny the Rat, Dirt Grub and a Golden God. Review: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “High School Reunion” #sunnyfx
It’s that time of life again—you know, when you attend your high school reunion in the hopes no one will remember the stupid things you used to do and say? Well, that’s what the Gang hopes, anyway. Frank’s (Danny DeVito) going because he just wants to tag along, as usual; Dee (Kaitlin Olson) wants to show off her back sans the brace she used to wear; Dennis (Glenn Howerton) can’t wait to see the “minions” who treated him like a “golden God;” Mac (Rob McElhenney) wants to show everyone he’s an adult now instead of the class clown/drug dealer he used to be; and Charlie…well, Charlie (Charlie Day) really hasn’t changed much since high school.
Dec 08 2011
Review: American Horror Story “Smoldering Children” (Dead is better? Enduring is such sweet sorrow) #ahsfx
Wow! Wow! Wow! I did not see this turn of events coming…well, at least not in this particular way. Tate seems truly in love with Violet; he’s willing to go to great lengths to protect her even if it means hurting her father Ben (Dylan McDermott. “Smoldering Children” also introduces us to the ghosts of Larry’s (Denis O’Hare) wife and children who are literally still smoldering with fiery embers. The special effects are nothing short of brilliant.
Dec 07 2011
News: New Medical Drama “Chelsea General” Coming from TNT
You won’t believe who is behind TNT’s new medical drama Chelsea General — CNN chief medical correspondent and practicing neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay Gupta! Well, he along with award-winning producer David E. Kelley of Ally McBeal and Chicago Hope fame. If that’s not a winning combination, I don’t know what is. Gupta’s upcoming novel “Monday Mornings,” to be published in March 2012, is the basis for the new show, with Kelley penning the pilot script.
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