Judy Manning

Dream chaser extraordinaire! Judy tends to be a tad sarcastic and kind of goofy! She is an avid admirer of all things supernatural, paranormal, celestial and mystical. She loves to read, write, and watches way too much TV. She enjoys many genres of film and music (and let's be honest, most music from the 80s). She also has a wicked sweet tooth. Cupcakes beware.

Most commented posts

  1. Advance Review: Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Final Season, Ep 1 “Rispetto” — 11 comments
  2. TV News: TNT’s Adventure Series THE LIBRARIANS Returns November 20 — 6 comments
  3. #SOA Review: Sons of Anarchy “Fruit for the Crows” – Death threats, tempers flaring, and “strange fruit hanging” in trees — 6 comments
  4. Paleyfest 2011 – Supernatural: I almost missed it! — 5 comments
  5. Advance Review: @Syfy #ParanormalWitness , Season 1 Premiere “Emily the Imaginary Friend” and “Lost Girl” — 4 comments

Author's posts

Jul 06 2011

TV News: @SYFY ANNOUNCES 2011 #COMICCON PLANS

Syfy’s hottest series will participate in interactive panels, where fans can get their burning questions answered and get all the behind-the-scenes secrets on their favorite shows! On Syfy’s docket for this year are hit Warehouse 13, Eureka, Being Human and Sanctuary, as well as new series Alphas, (premiering July 11 @ 10pm). Syfy will also hold a screening on Friday night (July 22), where fans can get an early sneak-peek of that evening’s new episode of Haven as well as the following Monday’s new episode of Eureka.

Jul 06 2011

Multiple Emmy® Winner James Spader Joins Cast of NBC’s ‘The Office’ as New CEO of Dunder Mifflin Sabre

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“James will reprise his role as Robert California, this uber-salesman that has a power to convince and manipulate, like a high-class weirdo Jedi warrior,” said Paul Lieberstein, one of the series’ executive producers and a series regular. “He’ll have been hired over the summer as the new manager, but within hours, got himself promoted. Within days, he took over the company. James has an energy that is completely his own, and ‘The Office’ has no tools for dealing with this guy. We’re thrilled he’s joining our cast.”

Jul 05 2011

Review: The Big C, Season 2, Ep 202 “Musical Chairs”

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“Cupcakes for Cathy.” It’s the thought that counts right? Aside from the condescending tone of the students who’ve taken time to bake cupcakes to raise money for their beloved teacher, Cathy Jamison (Laura Linney), it seems like a nice gesture. So why does it feel so contrite? The positive of the whole situation is the return of smart-ass Andrea (Gabourey Sidibe). While the friendship she and Cathy have is somewhat unconventional, it’s also mutually beneficial.

Jul 04 2011

Review: #FallingSkies, Season 1, Ep 4 “Grace”

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While I really do like Falling Skies, I have many questions. Why are the aliens taking adolescent kids and not younger children or even adults? Is it their pubescent hormonal imbalance that perhaps allows the spinal harnesses to work more efficiently? Although I can do without some of the cheesy moments, I think they are somewhat realistic. In times of crisis we all have those Kodak™ moments like at the end of “Grace” when everyone revels in the simplicity of fresh baked bread – a farewell gift from Pope.

Jun 30 2011

Review: #WilfredFX Wilfred, Season 1, Ep 2 “Trust”

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Somehow Ryan gets saddled into taking Wilfred to the vet when Jenna complains about Wilfred’s horrible doggie breath. Things take a dark turn when Wilfred realizes Ryan lied about them going to the movies when they arrive at AMC (Animal Medical Center, not the theatre chain). By the way, Wilfred’s strange obsession with Damon is hysterical! Wilfrism – “Joy farts – they are amazing.”

Jun 27 2011

Review: The Big C, Season 2, Ep 201 “Losing Patients”

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“Bring it on!” is the mantra for The Big C’s season two campaign and they certainly bring something. Strange hallucinations and a headache that just won’t go away seem to plague Cathy (Laura Linney) throughout the season two premiere, “Losing Patients.” I was so excited for the premiere and I wasn’t disappointed at all! By the end of the first episode, I realized I had a smile etched on my face, stretching from ear to ear.

Jun 26 2011

Review: #FallingSkies, Season 1, Ep 3 “Prisoner of War”

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We already know the aliens arrived in their ships with seemingly advanced weaponry and artillery so why are they taking teenagers, harnessing them to collect scrap metal? Col. Porter brings some good news along with his chief medical advisor Dr. Michael Harris (guest star Steven Weber) who has a new method for removing the spinal harnesses. Meanwhile, Tom captures a live Skitter as his POW.

Jun 24 2011

TV News: SYFY’s Sizzling Summer Premiere Week Including New Shows – Alphas and Legend Quest

Syfy’s Summer Premiere Week kicks off on Monday, July 11 with the Season 4.5 return of Eureka at 8PM (ET/PT), followed by Season 3 of Warehouse 13 – Syfy’s most successful series ever – at 9PM, and the new drama Alphas bowing at 10PM. The third season of Ghost Hunters International premieres Wednesday, July 13 at 9PM, leading into the debut of Legend Quest at 10PM. Haven begins its second season Friday, July 15 at 10PM. Summer Premiere Week concludes with the Syfy Saturday Original Movie Super Eruption on Saturday, July 16 at 9PM.

Jun 22 2011

Movie Corner: Coffee Talk – Actors and Screenwriters Panels at LA Film Festival

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On a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon, I attended two of the LA Film Festival’s Coffee Talk Panels – Actors Panel moderated by actress Rachael E. Harris (The Hangover) and guests were actors Derek Luke, Jason Ritter, and actress Loretta Devine. And Screenwriter panel moderated by writer Josh Olson (A History of Violence) and guests were Dustin Lance Black, Diablo Cody, and Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely. Read more and check out the videos…

Jun 22 2011

Advance Review: FX’s New Comedy – Wilfred – Season 1 Premiere Ep 1 “Happiness”

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What do you get when you combine Elijah Wood, Jason Gann, FX Network, and a TV-MA rating? A fantastically refreshing (and realistic) dark comedy sure to tickle your smart-ass funny bone to death! While everyone sees Wilfred as a lovable pet, Ryan sees a perverted, pot-smoking, nicotine infused, vulgar man with an Aussie accent in a dog suit.

Jun 21 2011

Review: United States of Tara, Season 3 Finale/Series Finale Ep 312 “The Good Parts”

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With “The Good Parts” being the unknown series finale, it is a bittersweet moment for me. Over the last three seasons, we’ve watched Kate (Brie Larson) and Marshall (Keir Gilchrist) grow and mature, and Max (John Corbett) continuously standing by his wife while seemingly hanging by a thread. Obviously Max and Tara returning home instead of going to the mental facility is a bit of a shock, but they squelch any notion that Tara isn’t going to get help when they announce they are headed to Boston and that Bryce is…dead.

Jun 17 2011

Movie Review: Green Lantern…He’s My New Hero!

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Green Lantern is an exhilarating, intense, exuberant theatrical experience I won’t soon forget! The 3D imagery is fantastic! Reynolds captures the character of Hal Jordan, an arrogant and egotistical test pilot, with such charisma, engaging the audience with his version of the famed superhero. Reynolds’ off-beat humor is sprinkled lightly throughout the film but never overpowering it.

Jun 16 2011

Advance Review: TNT’s New Sci-Fi Drama “Falling Skies” Season Premiere

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I will tell you this show is worth watching. It’s compelling, thought-provoking, gripping, action-packed, and just good drama from the people who know drama. The writing is superb. Award winning executive producer Steven Spielberg, show creator/executive producer/writer Robert Rodat, and executive producer/writer Graham Yost (also creator/executive producer of FX’s hit drama “Justified”) give us a powerful new series I think will become the next TV addiction.

Jun 14 2011

Review: United States of Tara, Season 3, Ep 311 “Crunchy Ice”

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“Crunchy Ice” is one of my favorite episodes this season. Tara (Toni Collette) is still MIA but some of the alters– Buck, T, and Alice – make brief appearances before Bryce kills them off. Grandma Sandy points out the oddities of his wife’s behavior to Max, at the museum, “Your wife is humping that sculpture.” And I’m not sure how Bryce uses the urinal in the men’s room. A very confused Neil asks, “So, does your wife have a d*ck now?”

Jun 08 2011

Review: United States of Tara, Season 3, Ep 310 “Train Wreck”

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The darkly humorous side to all this is how the writers make light of grim situations. When Tara tells Max (John Corbett) about her new alter, he understandably wigs out but still tries to poke fun. “Who is she? Good/bad alter? Loves giving back massages and knows the stock market? No? No, we’re never gonna have one of those, are we?” But Max really loses it after finding out Bryce nearly killed Hattaras, resulting in the good doc’s decision to forego further contact with Tara.

Jun 03 2011

Movie Review: X-Men:First Class…Entertaining, Engaging, And Outshines Its Predecessors!

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X-Men: First Class is amazing! It is a fast-paced, yet engaging, installation of the X-Men film franchise that outshines its predecessors. While I enjoyed the other films, X-Men: First Class surpassed my expectations exponentially!

Jun 03 2011

Advance Review/Recap: Showtime’s Reality Series – The Real L Word™, Season 2

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“Heartbreaking. Girl Taking. Troublemaking.” is printed on the DVD screener cover for Showtime’s provocative gay reality show The Real L Word™. And it’s all true. But they left out hilarious, heartwarming, genuine, and filled with outrageous drama. Even if you’re not a lesbian, you will enjoy this series because it’s simply fun! The show’s no-holds-barred snazzy quips and witty sarcasm are sure to delight the senses!

Jun 01 2011

TV News: Ghost Hunters Renewed For Season 8 – All New Episode Tonight!

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SYFY’S GHOST HUNTERS, #1 PARANORMAL FRANCHISE IN CABLE RENEWED FOR SEASON 8; 20 All-New Episodes to Debut on Syfy in 2012. The next episode of Ghost Hunters airs at a special night and time: Wednesday, June 1 @ 8pm and features an hour-long case in Hawaii. Guest Josh Gates (Destination Truth) joins the team as they investigate paranormal claims at the Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

May 31 2011

Review w/Video: #Glee LIVE! Concert at Staples Center – Los Angeles, CA

As the familiar piano keys of Journey’s hit song, “Don’t Stop Believin,” start up, each of the cast members, who are standing with their backs towards the audience, slowly twist/jump and turn as the spotlight shines on them. The crowd goes wild, screaming and hollering for their favorite cast member. Rachel (Lea Michele), Finn (Cory Monteith), and Kurt (Chris Colfer) are the lead vocals for the first song, supported by the remaining cast.

May 25 2011

TV Corner: FOX MOVIE CHANNEL TWITTER SWEEPSTAKES – ULTIMATE SCI-FI COLLECTION

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THE FOX MOVIE CHANNEL TWITTER SWEEPSTAKES – Enter for your chance to win The Ultimate Sci-Fi Collection of over 14 movie titles including Aliens, Independence Day, and The Abyss!

May 24 2011

Review: United States of Tara, Season 3, Ep 309 “Bryce Will Play”

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Tara’s (Toni Collette) terrifying new alter is her half-brother Bryce when he was a teenager and he wants to kill Tara and the other alters until he’s the last one standing. Bryce also tries to take out Dr. Hattaras (Eddie Izzard) via crab meat. Max is in for a big surprise when he watches the film, titled “Max Makes Good,” for the first time.

May 23 2011

Review: The Borgias, Season 1 Finale, Ep 9 “Nessuno (Nobody)”

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It’s been said that a thin line exists between genius and insanity. I believe our cunning Pope (Jeremy Irons) is standing firmly poised on the center of that line. His plan to address King Charles (Michel Muller) unadorned in a friar’s robes appearing as a humble servant of God pays off. King Charles, expecting to see an exuberant Pope after hearing what Cardinal Della Rovere (Colm Feore) had to say, is so moved by the unimposing Pope, he begins confessing his sins.

May 23 2011

TV News: Showtime Gives US of Tara The Axe?

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All the Internet is a buzz with news of Showtime putting our beloved United States of Tara on permanent suppressant pills, meaning after this third season, we won’t get to see lovable alters Alice, T, Buck, Shoshana, Chicken, Gimme, and even the much talked about scary new alter, Bryce, anymore.

May 20 2011

Review: Bones, Season 6 Finale “The Change in the Game”

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Booth and Brennan, along with the help of Brennan’s father Max (guest star Ryan O’Neal) go undercover to find out who murdered an obnoxious bowler. Angela turns to hot sauce to help induce labor. And Brennan drops an enormous bombshell on Booth.

May 19 2011

TV News: “Destination Truth” Goes Vampire Hunting In Season 5

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Josh Gates and his team will come back for season five of “Destination Truth.” In season five, Josh and team will lead viewers into a remote Transylvanian village on a hunt for vampires, explore the reportedly haunted Mayan ruins of Tikal in Guatemala, and descend into one of the world’s biggest caves in the jungles of Vietnam to search for phantoms.

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