AMC is fast becoming my favorite network for innovative television. Not only do they have the most incredible original series (“Mad Men,” “The Walking Dead”) but now they’re doing something new. “The Killing” is not your usual crime drama—it’s not what you expect.
Mar 28 2011
Advance Review – United States of Tara, Season 3, Ep 1 “…youwillnotwin…”
This is a fantastically darkly funny, sarcastic, and completely addictive series! I love it! My favorite dysfunctional and absolutely lovable D.I.D. patient, Tara (Toni Collette), is back for an all new season filled with more drama, sarcasm, and darkly humorous antics than you can fit into a psych ward!
Mar 28 2011
Advance Review – Nurse Jackie, Season 3, Episode 1 – “Game On”
I wondered last year where the writers would take Jackie this year given that the cat was out of the bag, so to speak. Would she lose her job, get divorced, go into rehab? Fear not fans, she’s still the same pill-popping, complicated and frustrating woman she’s always been. And “Game On” is an excellent season opener, giving us a wonderful mix of light wit, dark humor and drama.
Mar 24 2011
It’s a TKO for FX’s “Lights Out”
I’m upset. And I’m sure there are a lot of boxing fans out there who are as disappointed as I am at the news that FX has cancelled another one of its new series, “Lights Out.” (“Terriers” was the other.) I was thoroughly enjoying the show as it delved deeper into the life of former champion ‘Lights’ Leary (Holt McCallany) and his family. “Rich development of…characters and stories,” “compelling boxing drama,” and “sharp writing” are just a few of the accolades this show has received in its short lifetime. Unfortunately, they weren’t enough.
Mar 23 2011
TV News: NYC & COMPANY PARTNERS WITH SYFY TO LAUNCH 31 DAYS OF HALLOWEENYC IN OCTOBER 2011
In October, Syfy and NYC & Company will create a series of promotions at locations citywide, and together, will develop a guide highlighting several of the Halloween happenings throughout select boroughs. In addition, Syfy will align with existing Halloween events in the City through a co-branded, comprehensive outdoor media campaign, as well as a chance for one consumer to win a trip to New York City in 2012.
Mar 22 2011
TV News: SYFY UNVEILS LARGEST ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING SLATE IN HISTORY FEATURING 14 NEW SERIES AND EVENTS
Syfy is one of my all time favorite channels. I love their original programming and now they are unveiling the largest original programming slate in history, featuring 14 new series and events. One I am sure will pique interests for Battlestar Galactica fans is the development of Battlestar: Blood and Chrome, set in the 10th year of the First Cylon War. I’m looking forward to the new series Haunted Collector (a working title), followed by the debuts of Legend Quest in July and Paranormal Witness in September.
Mar 22 2011
Fans, Get Ready for a First When Bravo’s Upfront Cuts in Live During the Season Finale of “Top Chef All-Stars”
In a first, Bravo is bringing its advertisers-only affair to the fans live during the season finale of Top Chef All Stars,” on Wednesday, March 30th. Home viewers will get a glimpse into this usually private affair when ‘Bravolebrities’ cut into the show simultaneously from New York (with Andy Cohen, “Watch What Happens Live”), Los Angeles (with “Top Chef” host, Padma Lakshmi), and Chicago (with “Top Chef” judge, Gail Simmons).
Mar 22 2011
TV News – “Perception,” a TNT Original Drama Series Gets 10-Episode Order
TNT has a fine record with its original series, like “Men of a Certain Age,” “Leverage,” “HawthoNRe,” and of course, “Southland,” which they just renewed for a fourth season. (Yay TNT!) So it’s no surprise they have greenllight the new original series, “Perception,” starring Eric McCormack (Will Truman on “Will and Grace”) as an eccentric neuroscientist who works with FBI Agent Kate Rossi (Rachael Leigh Cook, “She’s All That”) in solving unusual cases. The series has a ten-episode order and is expected to premiere in 2012.
Mar 22 2011
Movies: RUBBER – Directed by Quentin Dupieux
RUBBER is the story of Robert, an inanimate tire that has been abandoned in the desert, and suddenly and inexplicably comes to life. As Robert roams the bleak landscape, he discovers that he possesses terrifying telepathic powers that give him the ability to destroy anything he wishes without having to move.
Mar 21 2011
Book Review: “The Girl with a Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson
A missing teenage girl, a down on his luck journalist and a punk, tattooed deviant are at the center of this mystery infused tale. The real twist is how all three are connected and what becomes of the mystery surrounding Sweden’s wealthy Vanger family. I have to be honest, I only purchased “The Girl with the …
Mar 21 2011
Macchio Tonight’s Frontrunner – Recap/Review of “Dancing with the Stars” Season 12, Episode 1
It seems like forever since ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” was on, but of course, that’s not true. I have just been jonesing for my dance fix as I always do this time of year. Let me tell you, I was not disappointed by the season premiere at all. In fact, I was surprised the competitors were as good as they were, considering not one of them had any prior dance experience. We had it all tonight – grace, magic, performance, entertainment, clumsiness, flat-footedness, stiffness and DANCE!
Mar 18 2011
Bravo’s “Top Chef:The Tour” Hits the Road Jack!
Mar 17 2011
“The Office,” “Parks and Recreation,” and “Community” Have Been Renewed!
Finally we get the long awaited news about three of our favorite NBC comedies – The Office, Parks and Recreation and Community – they’ve been renewed for the 2011-2012 season! UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – March17, 2011 – NBC has issued pickups for three returning comedy series in 2011-12 that include “The Office,” “Parks and Recreation” …
Mar 17 2011
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