Besides stealing the show, Klaus brings excitement to this mid-season finale, which would have otherwise floundered. A very nice way send-off for the winter break, “O Come All Ye Faithful” brings light to things long kept in the dark.
Dec 13 2012
It’s a Sopranos/O.K. Corral Mashup! Review: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “The Gang Dines Out”
While Mac (Rob McElhenney) and Dennis (Glenn Howerton) are having their “monthly dinner” at Guigino’s, one of Philadelphia’s finer eating establishments, Charlie (Charlie Day) and Frank (Danny DeVito) walk in to celebrate their one-year anniversary of living together. What none of them realizes is Dee (Kaitlin Olson) is at a table of her own. What ensues as the four men try to outdo each other has me chuckling deep down to my very core.
Dec 13 2012
A Realistic (Yet Skewed) View of the Fairytale. Book Review: The Cracked Slipper by Stephanie Alexander
With more polishing of the plot and characters, this novel could have been much more enjoyable.
Dec 13 2012
A Talk with American Horror Story: Asylum’s Jessica Lange
The younger generation may not be familiar with Jessica Lange’s earlier work, but in a recent telephone interview on December 7, she says she’s grateful for the wider viewing audience for American Horror Story: Asylum, in which she portrays the tortured Sister Jude.
Dec 13 2012
What’s Dead Is Then Alive. Retrospective: American Horror Story: Asylum, S2 Ep 9 – “The Coat Hanger”
Sister Jude might be in shackles now, stripped of her clerical standing, but she’s allowed some room to roam the asylum. I’m counting the days until Sister Jude uses her wits to turn the place upside down. Just because she’s out of her nun’s habit doesn’t mean her power as a woman has diminished any.
Dec 13 2012
TV News: Golden Globe Nominations Announced
Nominations for the 70th Annual Golden Globes have been announced!
Dec 12 2012
TV News: The CW Orders New Reality Series “The Hunt” and “Perfect Score”
THE CW ORDERS NEW REALITY SERIES “THE HUNT” AND “PERFECT SCORE”
Dec 12 2012
Golden Globe Winning Series “Enlightened” Kicks Off its Second Season January 13
A unique blend of comedy and drama, the HBO series ENLIGHTENED kicks off its eight-episode second season SUNDAY, JAN. 13 (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO, immediately following the season premiere of the Emmy®-winning comedy series “Girls.”
Dec 12 2012
TV News: Margo Martindale Joins the Cast of “The Americans”
Emmy®-award winning actress Margo Martindale has joined the cast of FX’s new series, The Americans, premiering Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 10 pm ET/PT.
Dec 11 2012
News: “Girls” Season 2 Premiering in January on HBO
EMMY®-WINNING COMEDY SERIES GIRLS RETURNS FOR SECOND SEASON JAN. 13, EXCLUSIVELY ON HBO
Dec 10 2012
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SYFY! 20th Anniversary Special Airs Tonight!
Syfy will be airing its Anniversary Special at 9/8c, exploring the evolution of a network and the realm of sci-fi in pop culture.
Dec 10 2012
Once Again, Carrie is Right. Retrospective: Homeland – “In Memoriam”
As one would suspect from the title of this week’s installment of Homeland, Abu Nazir (Navid Negahban) dies. But it’s how he dies and who’s responsible for his death that makes “In Memoriam” an episode to remember.
Dec 09 2012
Who is the imposter among them? Retrospective: Haven, S3 “Last Goodbyes”
“Last Goodbyes” throws you for a contemplative loop. Of all the hometown suspects, any one of them could be the elusive “Bolt Gun Killer,” a.k.a. “the Skinwalker.” What truly made me sit on the edge of my seat throughout “Last Goodbyes” is the not knowing. Who is the imposter among them?
Dec 07 2012
And They Call It Puppy Love… Review: The Vampire Diaries “We’ll Always Have Bourbon Street”
“We’ll Always Have Bourbon Street” opens on a happy note and ends on its antithesis.
Dec 07 2012
News: ComiXology – 12 Days. 12 FREE Comics. SCORE!
Starting Dec 7 – 18, download a free digital comic from ComiXology.
Dec 07 2012
TV Promo: Showtime’s New Dramatic Series for 2013, “Masters of Sex” and “Ray Donovan”
In keeping with its tradition of bringing premium original series to our television screens, Showtime is expanding its 2013 lineup with Masters of Sex and Ray Donovan. Starring a multitude of award-winning actors in both shows, these new dramatic series are sure to please.
Dec 06 2012
A Video Game Takes Over at Paddy’s. Retrospective: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “Charlie Rules the World”
Focusing on a topic that isn’t as laugh out loud funny as those in recent Sunny episodes, the show tackles online gaming, and how easy it is to succumb to the virtual world. That’s not to say “Charlie Rules the World” doesn’t have its moments, because it does. While Mac (Rob McElhenney), Frank (Danny DeVito), Dee (Kaitlin Olson), and Charlie (Charlie Day) are immersed in the game, “Techpocalypse,” Dennis tries to keep a foothold in real life.
Dec 06 2012
Death At Your Door. Retrospective: American Horror Story: Asylum, S2 Ep 8 – “Unholy Night”
There’s no way, in the hell that’s Briarcliff, there can’t be a dark side to this otherwise cheerful (for most) holiday. Santa, whose real name is Leigh Emerson (Ian McShane), turned evil during his first stint in jail for a petty crime. Can’t say I blame him with what he endured, but he’s gone to the extreme.
Dec 06 2012
News: Bravo Greenlights Two New Scripted Series
Bravo, long known for its unscripted shows, such as The Real Housewives franchise and the Top Chef franchise, is stepping into the world of scripted shows with its two new series, The Joneses, from ABC Studios, and Rita, from Fox Television Studios.
Dec 06 2012
Exclusive Interview – Bob Thiele Jr.: How the Music of Sons of Anarchy Takes Chances
Sons of Anarchy has not only become FX’s premier drama series but it has also redefined how a TV series utilizes music as a powerful narrative element. The partnership between series creator Kurt Sutter and music supervisor Bob Thiele Jr. has resulted in a distinct sonic style in which the music parallels the importance of visuals and the acting.
Dec 05 2012
TV News: Syfy Celebrates the Holidays with End of the World AND Star Trek Movie Marathons
Syfy will close out 2012 with a holiday programming festival – End of the World movie marathon – in case the Mayan apocalyptic prediction proves false – a Star Trek film extravaganza, Doctor Who spinoff K-9 and, the annual Twilight Zone New Year’s Eve journey into the Fifth Dimension.
Dec 04 2012
Trust No One: Murder by Proxy – Is Anyone Ever Getting Out of Charming?
With each new season, expectations become higher for the Sons of Anarchy finale. The focus this season has been on Jax’s (Charlie Hunnam) journey from prince to king as he tries to reverse the damage inflicted on the MC by Clay’s (Ron Perlman) self-serving ways. As the season concludes, can Jax accelerate the end game as he initially intended to do, or has the power of the gavel negatively affected his focus?
Dec 04 2012
News: FX Premieres a New Show January 30: The Americans
FX NETWORK’S NEWEST DRAMA THE AMERICANS PREMIERES JANUARY 30
Dec 03 2012
Protagonist Against Protagonist. Review: Homeland – “Broken Hearts”
What a compelling episode of Homeland! Not only does Brody (Damian Lewis) get to confront Vice President Walden (Jamey Sheridan), but Carrie (Claire Danes) faces off against Abu Nazir (Navid Negahban) after he captures her. In the meantime, Dana (Morgan Saylor) and Finn (Timothee Chalamet) talk about their feelings for each other.
Dec 03 2012
Dark Horse 2012 Holiday Gift Guide – For Readers and Gamers
Great graphic novels sure to satiate the reader and/or gamer in you! Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Dragon Age: The Silent Grove Vol. 1; House of Night; Darksiders II: Death’s Door Vol. 1; Serenity: The Shepherd’s Tale.