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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  1. Karma and a Lesson on Family Feelings. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “A Mother’s Work” — 9 comments
  2. The Dark Side of Jax Emerges, Review: Sons of Anarchy, S5 Ep 6, “Small World” — 8 comments
  3. Exclusive Interview! Walter Salles and the Beat Museum Keep the Spirit of the Beats Alive – The Keeping of a Secret: Part 1 — 7 comments
  4. MC Protocol Breach and Sex Business Causes More Issues. Retrospective: Sons of Anarchy – “Straw” — 5 comments
  5. Review: Sons of Anarchy – Season 4, Episode 11 “Call of Duty” – When a Junkie Whore, an Irish Pizza Order and Skeletons in a Closet Collide — 4 comments

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Nov 08 2011

Review: Sons of Anarchy – Season 4, Episode 10 “Hands” – The Dangers and Fallout From Speed Dialing

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  • November 8, 2011

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Review: Sons of Anarchy – Season 4, Episode 10 “Hands” – The Dangers and Fallout From Speed Dialing 1

“Something is wrong Wayne,” Gemma (Katey Sagal) confides to Unser (Dayton Callie). She’s certain that her husband Clay (Ron Perlman) is about to unleash something very bad. Gemma is right and in spite of her investigative abilities, she’s unaware Clay has already released the Kraken via speed dial – meaning the thing that ’once it’s been set in motion, it can be stopped.’

Nov 08 2011

Review: Enlightened – Season 1, Episode 5, “Not Good Enough Mothers” – Changing the World is Tough Business

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  • November 8, 2011

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Review: Enlightened – Season 1, Episode 5, “Not Good Enough Mothers” - Changing the World is Tough Business 2

It’s a new day and Amy Jellicoe (Laura Dern) has a new obsession. She wants to help Rosa Munoz (actress uncredited), an illegal immigrant and mother of two, from being deported. A series of incidents get in the way of her good intentions. Amy’s car won’t start. Consummate shit-starter Janice (Michaela Watkins) alerts Amy about former assistant Krista’s (Sarah Burns) baby shower knowing full well Amy hasn’t been invited. Then, inspired by Rosa’s situation, Amy wants to start a women’s activist group at work and reaches out to HR head Judy Harvey (Amy Hill) to support the group. Will things work out well for Amy?

Nov 07 2011

Pan Am – “Truth or Dare” – An Exploration of Grey Areas

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  • November 7, 2011

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Pan Am – “Truth or Dare” - An Exploration of Grey Areas 3

In “Truth or Dare,” Laura (Margot Robbie) and Kate Cameron (Kelli Gardner) face fairly greyish moral and personal dilemmas, all related to ‘boy trouble’ as the show turns to more solemn topics such as the recruitment of Cold War spies and racial barriers. A coffee run and a playful announcement opens up an opportunity for Colette Valois (Karine Vanasse) to spend some quality time with Captain Dean Lowrey (Mike Vogel) in the cockpit.

Nov 06 2011

Review: Boss – “Swallow” – Bring On The Game Changers

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  • November 6, 2011

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Review: Boss - "Swallow" - Bring On The Game Changers 4

A dream about a steed and an accidental bed wetting headline the opening sequence of Boss’ third episode, “Swallow.” These two themes weigh heavily on Chicago Mayor Tom Kane’s (Kelsey Grammer) mind and for a good reason.

Nov 04 2011

Rockmond Dunbar Reveals Sons of Anarchy Season Finale Will Be Surprising

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  • November 4, 2011

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Rockmond Dunbar Reveals Sons of Anarchy Season Finale Will Be Surprising 5

Personable, polite, film director, producer — all words that describe Rockmond Dunbar who plays Charming’s new sheriff Eli Roosevelt in the FX hit drama Sons of Anarchy. Via a conference call on November 2, 2011, Dunbar shared some insight on his character’s background, motivations and views on dealing with SAMCRO, Juice Ortiz (Theo Rossi) and USDA Lincoln Potter (Ray McKinnon).

Nov 02 2011

Review: Sons of Anarchy, Season 4, Episode 9, “Kiss”

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  • November 2, 2011

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Review: Sons of Anarchy, Season 4, Episode 9, “Kiss” 6

Juices’ suicide attempt is no longer a secret to some; Gemma (Katey Segal) and Clay still face their ‘doctor problem’; and the ‘Niners’ alliance with Lobo could be a game-changer for SAMCRO, the Mayans and the Galindo Cartel. Charlie Hunnam is eye candy but in “Kiss” he provides something extra too as he gives a standout performance.

Nov 01 2011

Interview: An Interesting Conversation with Michael Marisi Ornstein of “Sons of Anarchy”

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  • November 1, 2011

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Interview: An Interesting Conversation with Michael Marisi Ornstein of "Sons of Anarchy" 7

YEC was invited to participate in a conference call with Michael Marisi Ornstein, who plays Chucky in FX’s highly popular drama, Sons of Anarchy. From being hired to do one show in Season 1, we’ve seen Chucky’s progression as a person with a particular compulsive disorder to a fan favorite due to his loyalty to Charming’s Sons …

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Nov 01 2011

Review: Enlightened – Season 1, Episode 4, “The Weekend”

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  • November 1, 2011

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Review: Enlightened – Season 1, Episode 4, “The Weekend” 8

Feeling nostalgic, Amy thinks it’s a good idea to recreate a trip she took with Levi once and railroads him into going. Her laboratory-like work environment is replaced in favor of the outdoors which has an immediate positive effect on her and Levi. As they kayak down the river, they’re both beaming and having fun. Do Amy and Levi survive their time together?

Oct 31 2011

Review: Pan Am – Season 1, Episode 6, “The Genuine Article”

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  • October 31, 2011

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Review: Pan Am – Season 1, Episode 6, “The Genuine Article” 9

Towards the end of “The Genuine Article,” Maggie will make a decision that she’ll regret. Kate struggles with her mission as Dean realizes Ginny is a woman who the words “no” or “stop” work as an aphrodisiac. The complexity in these dynamics may be what Pan Am needs for its storyline to solidly take flight once and for all.

Oct 29 2011

The Stimulus and the Responses. Review: Boss – “Reflex”

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  • October 29, 2011

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The Stimulus and the Responses. Review: Boss - "Reflex" 10

“Reflex’s” script gives viewers enough information to keep their interest and when the full-reveal comes – the reactive stimuli or ‘reflex’ — proves to be very rewarding. Media coverage is used to advance the plot and how today’s news is manipulated and exploited by both politicians and media organizations is addressed.

Oct 21 2011

Advance Review: Starz’ Boss – “Pilot”

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  • October 21, 2011

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Advance Review: Starz' Boss - "Pilot" 11

The ”Pilot” introduces characters and dynamics gradually, but just like its key events unfold, they are revealed swiftly. To those paying attention to details, the characters’ motives are transparent but the Mayor’s inner thoughts remain elusive—a clever string-along ploy. This is a well-thought out series with solid performances. With efficient editing to supports its storytelling, Boss doesn’t shy away from the nature of politics while avoiding text-book style clichés.

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