Elle Lutz

Soaker of life. I like to experience things and see the world. I consider myself a professional traveler. My love for movies and television goes way back but I'm a sucker for action-oriented films and shows. Oh, and I make excellent martinis! Follow me on twitter @LutzElle.

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Jul 31 2014

Behind the Scenes with Vikings “On Set”

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  • July 31, 2014

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Behind the Scenes with <i>Vikings</i> “On Set” 1

The History Channel’s first scripted series and smashing hit Vikings made its second Comic-Con appearance, offering fans an exciting opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the show via the “On Set with Vikings” experience.

Jul 30 2014

Vikings’ Clive Standen and Travis Fimmel Discuss Season 3, Brotherly Love, Emmys, & Ambition

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  • July 30, 2014

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<i>Vikings'</i> Clive Standen and Travis Fimmel Discuss Season 3, Brotherly Love, Emmys, & Ambition 2

The Vikings cast had a busy San Diego Comic Con with multiple appearances throughout. I was able to catch up with Clive Standen and Travis Fimmel, who play brothers Rollo and Ragnar, respectively, in the series. During press room interviews, they were kind enough to fill us in on what is happening with their characters

Jul 30 2014

Vikings Creator Michael Hirst on Historical Accuracy, Season 3, and Beyond

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  • July 30, 2014

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<i>Vikings</i> Creator Michael Hirst on Historical Accuracy, Season 3, and Beyond 3

ichael Hirst, the creator of History Channel’s first scripted and smashing hit series Vikings made his second Comic-Con appearance. Just like last year, he remains in awe at the strong following his show generates, particularly with female viewers, as well as the discussions the show’s main themes generate. I had the opportunity to talk to him and Hirst dished plenty on the creative process for the show and what lies ahead in upcoming seasons.

Jul 30 2014

Stars Katheryn Winnick and Alexander Ludwig Talk About Season 3 of Vikings

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  • July 30, 2014

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Stars Katheryn Winnick and Alexander Ludwig Talk About Season 3 of <i>Vikings</i> 4

During the 2014 San Diego Comic Con, I had the opportunity to catch up with stars Katheryn Winnick (Lagertha) and Alexander Ludwig (Bjorn Lothbrok) who play mother and son in the History Channel’s hit series Vikings. They shared their enthusiasm for the upcoming story lines in season 3.

May 04 2014

Vikings – “The Lord’s Prayer” Recap. Deliver Us From Evil

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  • May 4, 2014

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Vikings - “The Lord’s Prayer” Recap. Deliver Us From Evil 5

The gods are coming to Kattegat to witness how King Horik (Donal Logue) plans to finish his game of undermining Ragnar’s (Travis Fimmel) rising influence as an earl. Since the last Wessex trip didn’t go as Horik planned, the King is growing increasingly uneasy at witnessing Ragnar’s influence on the Viking community and believes the time to act has come. The season two finale contains containing answers about how far reaching Horik’s calculations are and if whether he’ll have the ability to rally people against Ragnar

Apr 25 2014

Vikings – “The Choice” Recap – A Fated War: Reading isn’t only for Monks!

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  • April 25, 2014

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Vikings - “The Choice” Recap - A Fated War: Reading isn’t only for Monks! 6

King Horik (Donal Logue) takes a strong stance against Ragnar (Travis Fimmel) by demanding he consults with him before making any decisions while they’re raiding the West. Horik clearly needs to feel in control and be the shot-caller in all situations but will his choices be beneficial to the Vikings? More importantly, will the gods favor the Northmen on the battlefield or has the outcome been fated?

Apr 18 2014

Vikings – “Boneless” Recap. The Dark Gods Don’t Always Favor Ragnar.

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  • April 18, 2014

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Vikings – “Boneless” Recap. The Dark Gods Don’t Always Favor Ragnar. 7

Can the gods stop offering their blessings to Ragnar (Travis Fimmel)? That is one theory poisoning the minds of many in Kattegat, including those close to him. Will Ragnar’s inner circle remain fair and just or will they succumb to the manipulations of the self-centered King Horik (Donal Logue)?

Mar 20 2014

Miscalculations, a Deal, and an Eagle. Recap: Vikings – “Eye for an Eye”

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  • March 20, 2014

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Miscalculations, a Deal, and an Eagle. Recap: Vikings - “Eye for an Eye” 8

Jarl Borg (Thorbjørn Harr) has made good on his threats, he’s taken Ragnar’s (Travis Fimmel) lands and has a bounty out on Ragnar and Rollo’s heads. Does this mean the summer raid in the west turned into a huge bust for Ragnar and the Vikings? Keep your axes sharpened;, the decisions and the miscalculations some of the Vikings have made are about to take a costly toll.

Mar 13 2014

Martyrdom and Vengeance. Recap: Vikings – “Treachery”

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  • March 13, 2014

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Martyrdom and Vengeance. Recap: Vikings – “Treachery” 9

The Vikings have made it west with high expectations of riches and adventures. Raiding always involves an element of danger but has Ragnar’s (Travis Fimmel) decision to break the agreement with the contentious Jarl Borg (Thorbjørn Harr) put his position in Kattegat at risk, as well as its inhabitants? Just as the episode title hints, loyalties will be tested.

Mar 06 2014

Hello England: Prophecies and Betrayals. Retrospective: Vikings – “Invasion”

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  • March 6, 2014

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Hello England: Prophecies and Betrayals. Retrospective: Vikings - “Invasion” 10

The second installment of season two of Vikings, “Invasion,” opens with a time jump. The year is now 800 and it’s been four years since the last raid and the taxing battle with Jarl Borg (Thorbjørn Harr), people in Kattegat are beginning to wonder if Ragnar (Travis Fimmel) has turned complacent just like Earl Haraldson (Gabriel Byrne), the earl he once ousted. Will there be a raid out west soon?

Feb 27 2014

Fate, Love Triangles and Blood. Review: Vikings “Brother’s War”

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  • February 27, 2014

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Fate, Love Triangles and Blood. Review: Vikings “Brother’s War” 11

The year is 796, Scandinavia. A battle between two brothers is about to begin as the highly anticipated Vikings returns in the season two premiere “Brother’s War.” The action picks up at the center of last season’s most critical conflict: brothers Rollo (Clive Standen) and Ragnar Lothbrook (Travis Fimmel) are finally about to collide in an epic clash.

Feb 14 2014

Eager for the Return of Vikings? Our Season 2 Preview!

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  • February 14, 2014

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Eager for the Return of Vikings? Our Season 2 Preview! 12

After the worldwide acclaim of History Channel’s Vikings last year, I wondered if series creator Michael Hirst and the production crew would ride into its sophomore season (premiering February 27) coasting on the success of the first one. I’m happy to report the wait has been worth it: Vikings has taken it to the next level!

Jan 22 2014

Chicago Motorcycle Show: Theo Rossi and Kim Coates Discuss SOA Season 7, Projects, Charities

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  • January 22, 2014

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Chicago Motorcycle Show: Theo Rossi and Kim Coates Discuss SOA Season 7, Projects, Charities 13

The 30th installment of the Chicago Motorcycle Show featured celebrity appearances by Sons of Anarchy (Sons) actors Theo Rossi (Juice) and Kim Coates (Tig) on Saturday, January 18, 2014. Your Entertainment Corner was there to cover the event, and was granted exclusive access to the Super VIP breakfast with the actors.

Jan 15 2014

Sons of Anarchy Actors at Chicago Motorcycle Show this Weekend

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  • January 15, 2014

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Attention Chicagoland Sons of Anarchy fans! Tig (Kim Coates) and Juice (Theo Rossi) are coming to the 30th Annual Chicago Motorcycle Show this weekend at the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles.

Dec 10 2013

Karma and a Lesson on Family Feelings. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “A Mother’s Work”

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  • December 10, 2013

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Karma and a Lesson on Family Feelings. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “A Mother’s Work” 15

As I reflect on the final moments of “A Mother’s Work,” I remain in a state of disbelief. Did that really happen? For anyone familiar with show creator Kurt Sutter’s work, the complex chain of events that unfold in the Sons of Anarchy season finale shouldn’t come as a surprise— but it may leave folks gasping for air.

Dec 03 2013

Can Love Be a Deal Breaker? Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “You Are My Sunshine”

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  • December 3, 2013

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Can Love Be a Deal Breaker? Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “You Are My Sunshine” 16

After a two week hiatus, Sons of Anarchy returns with the clock ticking for Jax (Charlie Hunnam) to break away from the IRA while dealing with the Chinese; meanwhile, Tara (Maggie Siff) must decide whether or not to turn in SAMCRO to the feds. Will things take yet another turn for the worse or will our favorite MC finally catch a break?

Nov 21 2013

Uh-Oh, There’s Another Plan? Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Aon Rud Persanta”

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  • November 21, 2013

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Uh-Oh, There’s Another Plan? Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Aon Rud Persanta” 17

It’s D-day for Clay’s (Ron Perlman) prison transport. Jax (Charlie Hunnam) is determined to cut ties with the Irish but how will this play out? Furthermore, how will Jax leave things with Clay and is the showdown the fans have been waiting for imminent?

Nov 12 2013

The Charming Women Unravel. Recap: Sons of Anarchy – “Huang Wu”

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  • November 12, 2013

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The Charming Women Unravel. Recap: Sons of Anarchy – “Huang Wu” 18

Does the truth really set a person free or does it deepen the ties that bind people together? After an outpouring of truths, the tension between Tara (Maggie Siff) and Gemma (Katey Sagal) escalates to an all-time high. Jax (Charlie Hunnam) and Tara don’t start their day on the best note and from then on, one has to wonder whether their actions will keep them on a downward spiral or whether they will find a way to work things out.

Nov 05 2013

An Outpouring of Secrets – Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “John 8:32”

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  • November 5, 2013

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An Outpouring of Secrets - Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “John 8:32” 19

The title, “John 8:32” hints at it all—this is the episode in which the outpouring of secrets is unleashed courtesy of Tara (Maggie Siff) and Gemma (Katey Sagal). The latest incident between the women causes the men in their lives to take sides. As each woman fights for equal footing, will the truth really set the Charming folk free?

Oct 29 2013

Powerplays, Secrets and Justice? – Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Los Fantasmas”

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  • October 29, 2013

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Powerplays, Secrets and Justice? - Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Los Fantasmas” 20

Charming residents wake up to a new development in the Aquino School shooting case plastered all over the front page of the “San Joaquin Tribune: “Byzlats, Sons of Anarchy May Have Supplied Gun to the Shooter’s Mother.” This week’s episode, “Los Fantasmas” (ghosts in Spanish) addresses how Jax (Charlie Hunnam) deals with the fallout from the news, as well as the latest confrontation between Gemma (Katey Sagal) and Tara (Maggie Siff).

Oct 22 2013

Couple Alert! Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Sweet and Vaded”

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  • October 22, 2013

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Couple Alert! Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Sweet and Vaded” 21

It’s a new day in Charming and once again, things don’t go as expected for Jax Teller (Charlie Hunnan). But something has changed this time around;, there’s a feeling of renewal within the SAMCRO brotherhood. As the MC regroups, there are external and internal forces making moves. Will they shake up the foundation of the club and its members forever?

Oct 15 2013

Transformations: SAMCRO, the Phoenix? – Review: Sons of Anarchy – “Salvage”

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  • October 15, 2013

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Transformations: SAMCRO, the Phoenix? – Review: Sons of Anarchy – “Salvage” 22

It’s the day after the explosion that destroyed the SAMCRO clubhouse, and Jax (Charlie Hunnam) blames himself. As he surveys the damage, he appears to internalize how badly things have gone for SAMCRO. Will this latest act of violence finish the Sons? More importantly, will it push Jax into changing how he runs the MC?

Oct 08 2013

The Booze Trail Ticking Bomb – Review: Sons of Anarchy – “The Mad King”

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  • October 8, 2013

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The Booze Trail Ticking Bomb – Review: Sons of Anarchy – “The Mad King” 23

In the outlaw world, the next logical step after settling a score is escalation. With the Irish upset at Jax (Charlie Hunnam) and SAMCRO for refusing to continue with the gun running business, will Jax’s attempts to break away work out or will it make things worse?

Oct 02 2013

Hands Off To A Proxy Vote. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Wolfsangel”

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  • October 2, 2013

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Hands Off To A Proxy Vote. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – "Wolfsangel" 24

In spite of its darkness, I found “Wolfsangel” to be a breath of fresh air. It was reminiscent of the season one episodes that helped Sons amass a huge following. To be specific, it was like old-school Sons of Anarchy in which the crew gets into a jam and by the end of the episode there’s a level of payback for the audience.

Sep 25 2013

Do Not Disturb. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Poenitencia”

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  • September 25, 2013

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Do Not Disturb. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Poenitencia” 25

The Charming community is shaken by the school shooting and with San Joaquin County District Attorney Tyne Patterson (CCH Pounder) hell bent on finding out how a deadly weapon found its way in the hands of a child, SAMCRO is feeling the heat. With Clay’s (Ron Perlman) parole violation hearing coming up and with growing concerns of him becoming a rat, Jax (Charlie Hunnam) and SAMCRO must weigh their options as Lee Toric (Donal Logue) closes in.

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