I can’t believe the summer is over and yet another finale is coming our way. I’m sure it will be fantastic, as only The Closer can be.
Sep 06 2011
Advance Review: Sons of Anarchy, Season 4 Premiere, Ep. 401 “Out” (Sex, Lies, and Retaliation)
After waiting nine months for the highly anticipated fourth season of this testosterone fueled series, I’ll be honest – I feel a little jipped. There are some great moments in “Out,” but overall the slow-paced episode feels very subdued and full of details to the point of overkill. What I love about Sons of Anarchy is the allure of mystery and dark secrets – something to riddle out, but “Out” is a bit too informative; and actually, it’s kind of boring in places. But, I’m a true fan of SOA and will not jump ship.
Sep 05 2011
Watch The Full Episode NOW! @SmithsonianChannelHD Presents: 9/11: Day That Changed The World
Watch the full documentary presented by Smithsonian Channel – 9/11: Day That Changed The World. Ten years later, the events of September 11, 2001, still resonate. Hear intimate accounts from New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani and the chiefs of the NYPD and FDNY, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, Vice President Dick Cheney and many others who found themselves at the center of the action.
Sep 04 2011
Review: True Blood, S7, E47 – “Soul of Fire”
The ending of “Soul of Fire” is unexpected and I like that. I must say I was caught off guard and didn’t think things would go the way they did. I do see quite a few side stories making themselves known: the shifter/Were alliance, the appearance of more Fae, and the dreaded love triangle (the who-loves-Sookie-more-showdown continues).
Sep 04 2011
Read the Review and Watch Full Episode: Smithsonian Channel Presents – “9/11: Stories in Fragments”
How do you grasp an event as enormous as September 11? At the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, you start small: A briefcase, a Blackberry, a victim’s sweatshirt, and a hero’s nametag. Simple objects that tell personal stories, recounted in the donors’ own words.
Sep 03 2011
Review: #Haven , Season 2, Ep. 8 “Friend or Faux” (A whole new meaning to “evil twin.”)
Haven continues to impress me with its unnerving approach to introducing a new “troubled” person each week. Of course, basing the series on “The Colorado Kid,” written by the master of horror himself, Stephen King, it’s no wonder some of these cases give me the chills. I really love this show! It’s absolutely fascinating to watch the “troubled” cases and try to figure out how the afflictions cause such mayhem. If you’re unfamiliar with the series or book, I will say if you haven’t seen many episodes, you are able to watch and still be captivated; however, there will be bits that will need some further explanations – like the mystery of Audrey’s (Emily Rose) background and who she really is.
Sep 03 2011
Review: #WilfredFX , Season 1, Ep. 12 “Sacrifice” (Italian beauty, pot candy, and shots of toilet water)
“Sacrifice” opens on a gorgeous sunny day at the beach as Ryan, who is attempting to read a book, is severely distracted by a beautiful Italian woman, Cinzia (Gabriella Pession). She is the kind of woman who can help Ryan forget about his neighbor Jenna. However, with Wilfred doing an excellent job of cock-blocking, Ryan’s really having to rethink his obligations.
Sep 03 2011
TV Clip: Sons of Anarchy on FX – “Sneak Peek”
Watch an exclusive scene from the all new season of Sons of Anarchy. Season premiere Tuesday, September 6 at 10:00 pm ET/PT only on FX.
Sep 03 2011
Book Review: “The Girls’ Guide to Hunting and Fishing” by Melissa Bank
Bank has been called a Chic Lit author, but I don’t believe that’s true. Yes, her main character is female and we see the world through her eyes, but does that make it a book only for women? No.
Sep 02 2011
Photo Gallery: 90210, S4, E1 – Season Premiere – “Up in Smoke”
90210 returns for its fourth season on Thursday, September 13th, 8/7c on The CW. Check out the gallery of photos from the season premiere, “Up in Smoke.”
Sep 01 2011
“Boardwalk Empire” Returns to HBO Sunday, September 25th
Ahh, Atlantic City in the 1920s. Booze flowed freely, albeit illegally, and Nucky Thompson ruled his universe, or so he thought. Things are about to get a whole lot hotter for our favorite politician/gangster as friends, mobsters and family alike challenge Nucky on many fronts. Boardwalk Empire is back for a second exciting season beginning Sunday, September 25th at 9:00 pm ET/PT only on HBO.
Aug 31 2011
Review: Rescue Me, S7, E8 – “Vows”
As the penultimate episode of Rescue Me, “Vows” hits its mark, and then some. I don’t remember when I laughed at an episode of any show as much as I laughed throughout “Vows.” I hope you’re not easily offended by politically incorrect jokes—especially Mexican ones—because if you are, tune out now. Something tells me though, if you’re a fan of Rescue Me, you won’t. But, while the jokes abound, the episode leaves me crying.
Aug 31 2011
Review: The Big C, Season 2, Ep. 10 “How Do You Feel?” (Baby Wipes, Boobs, and Cutting – Yep, I’m Fine)
Cathy (Laura Linney) is worried about Lee’s (Hugh Dancy) health but helps him with a few things on his bucket list by getting him a bottle of wine and letting him cop a feel of her bare breasts. What are “mole-mates” for? And Sean (John Hickey) is not coping well with losing baby Cathy – he’s off his meds which makes him more vulnerable. Poppy (Parker Posey) and Adam (Gabriel Basso) continue to hang out but it’s a little weird when she takes him to her high school 1990 Class Reunion.
Aug 31 2011
TV – Watch It: The Lawrence Brothers Together Again On Two All-New Back-to-Back Episodes of “Melissa & Joey”
Melissa & Joey – back-to-back original episodes THE LAWRENCE BROTHERS ARE BACK TOGETHER AGAIN! Matthew Lawrence and Andrew Lawrence Guest Star
Aug 30 2011
Review: The Closer, S7, E8 – “Death Warrant”
Overall, I enjoyed “Death Warrant” but felt it was a bit of a transition episode. It clearly displayed Pellegrino’s comedic range while showcasing the smooth bravado he portrayed as Jacob on Lost.
Aug 29 2011
Review: 28th Annual MTV Video Music Awards (Unique Outfits, Awkward Moments, Stellar Performances, and DTF?)
This year’s VMAs was a convoluted and irksome display of chaos heavily seasoned with bad ad-libs, terrible cue-card reading, and some intensely awkward moments that made me cringe and want to change the channel to avoid further discomfort. The whole night wasn’t lost, though. There were some tremendously entertaining performances by the ever graceful and talented Adele, who sang “Someone Like You,” and Beyonće belted out an inspired and soulful rendition of her song “Love on Top.”
Aug 29 2011
TV News: “Dancing with the Stars” Season 13 Cast Announced
As anticipated, ABC announced the cast of this season’s Dancing with the Stars during tonight’s episode of Bachelor Pad. It’s a very eclectic cast and one which already has tongues wagging.
Aug 29 2011
Review: The Glades, S2, E12 – “Shine”
Apparently the adage ‘you learn something new every day’ is quite true for Detective Jim Longworth (Matt Passmore). In “Shine,” the former Chicago lawman learns that the practice of distilling and selling moonshine is not only an old Florida tradition, but is still a thriving (legal) business in the Everglades. The question is: are moonshine bootleggers responsible for murder, or are they just marketing 120 proof liquor?
Aug 29 2011
Recap/Review: The Real Housewives of New Jersey, S3, E15 – “Black as Ink”
As the drama between Ashley and Jacqueline dies down momentarily, it picks back up between the Giudices and the Gorgas. This time though, it’s the two Joes who are going at it. But let me tell you what’s going on with the rest of the housewives first…
Aug 29 2011
Review: True Blood, S4, E46 – “Burning Down the House”
Honestly, I love the opening action sequence. It’s exciting and makes me think I’m in store for something amazing. Well, “Burning Down the House” is good, but it isn’t amazing. It’s more of the same indescribable confusion that someone *cough* Alan Ball *cough* thinks is funny. Yet, I’m not laughing.
Aug 27 2011
Review: #Haven , Season 2, Ep. 7 “The Tides That Bind” (Real life aqua men?)
“The Tides That Bind” bound me to my seat! From the moment the episode starts, with a group of young pre-adolescent boys standing on the edge of a dock staring into the water singing a chilling song, I am beyond curious – I am mesmerized. Along with more questions, I’m also more deeply invested in finding out what is actually going on. If you missed the episode, it was the second Twitter-infused episode – follow @davehaven and @vincehaven .
Aug 25 2011
Review: #WilfredFX , Season 1, Ep. 11 “Doubt” (Butt sniffing and gun slinging!)
It looks like Wilfred and Ryan’s relationship isn’t so unique after all. Bruce (guest star Dwight Yoakam) seems to know a lot about Wilfred’s behavior. Bruce asks Ryan how well he really knows Wilfred which makes me wonder – why did Wilfred choose Ryan? Why is Ryan able to see a man in a dog suit while everyone else sees a dog?
Aug 25 2011
TV News: HBO Announces Debut Dates for New Series, “Angry Boys,” and Returning Series, “The Life and Times of Tim”
HBO’s new series “Angry Boys” debuts Monday, December 5th, while its returning animated series, “The Life and Times of Tim,” premieres Monday, December 19th.
Aug 25 2011
TV News: Sneak Peek of “True Blood” September Episodes
Sneak peek of upcoming September episodes of “True Blood” including the finale!
Aug 24 2011
Review: Rescue Me, S7, E7 – “Jeter”
I am searching for the right words to express my feelings about “Jeter” because I want to do it justice. While it has its share of comedic moments, the drama is what stays in your mind long after the episode is over. “Jeter” is a heavy-hitting, punch-in-the-belly kind of episode that rips your heart open. It brought tears to my eyes, not once, not twice, but three times as I watched this masterpiece unfold before me.