Tag: Review

Jan 09 2012

Advance Review: Lost Girl, “It’s a Fae, Fae, Fae World” (“…like the 4th of July in my mouth!”) #LostGirl @Syfy

Lost Girl has me spellbound! It’s sexy, engaging, funny, and absolutely entertaining; with fresh characters we don’t see much of on television. Lost Girl is about a young woman named Bo (Anna Silk). Bo is a tall, dark haired, sexy loner with a killer kiss. She doesn’t know it yet, but she is part of an ancient race of supernatural beings known as the Fae and she is a Succubus who feeds off sexual energy. Lost Girl is a colorful mix of supernatural drama, light and dark comedy, with a little sex appeal to spice up your Monday nights!

Jan 09 2012

A Bud Bonfire, A Taser-Proof Thug and New “Jobs” for Everyone. Review: Shameless – “Summertime”

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  • January 9, 2012

  • 7 mins to read

What can I say about the second season premiere of Shameless other than I absolutely loved it! The Gallaghers are back and at the top of their game – conning everyone around them. Their bad behavior is as essential as their love for one another. Frank (William H. Macy) reaches a new all-time low; darling Fiona (Emily Rossum) deals with Steve’s (Justin Chatwin) departure; Debby (Emma Kenney) is running an illegal daycare center; Lip (Jeremy Allen White) is in a fight club and selling weed out of an old ice cream truck; and Ian (Cameron Monaghan), who’s still in the closet for the most part, is serious about going to West Point.

Jan 04 2012

A Treasure, A Rescue and a Gold Shield. Spoiler-Free Advance Review: White Collar – “Checkmate”

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  • January 4, 2012

  • 4 mins to read

In the second half of this season, the chess board is shifting once again, showing us that when we strip away the lies of convenience and replace them with lies of necessity, we’re left with an interesting version of the truth. To rescue Elizabeth, the gang unites in a manner that momentarily erases previous hurts and betrayals.

Dec 19 2011

Review: #Homeland Season Finale – “Marine One” (“Why kill a man when you can kill an idea?”)

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  • December 19, 2011

  • 10 mins to read

Rarely do I give six stars to an episode I’m reviewing, but “Marine One” more than deserves it. From the minute the episode begins, it’s clear we’re in for another roller coaster ride of an episode—which makes sense since we’ve been on them all season long. What an exciting season finale! “Marine One” successfully builds the tension and intrigue throughout, taking us on a series of highs and lows which had me barely breathing through key scenes and ultimately had me on the edge of my seat for the entire 90 minutes. I can’t remember the last time a series did that for me. It was thrilling, compelling, intriguing, and mesmerizing all at the same time.

Dec 15 2011

Things Are Not Always How You Remember Them. Review: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “High School Reunion, Part 2: The Gang’s Revenge”

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  • December 15, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

You know how sometimes, things don’t turn out to be exactly how you remember them? That’s exactly the case with “High School Reunion, Part 2: The Gang’s Revenge.” When Dennis (Glenn Howerton) and Dee (Kaitlin Olson) are left alone at a table during their high school reunion, they begin to formulate a plan to get back into the good graces of those who left them there. (See review of Part 1 here). Until Dennis decides seeking revenge would be much better than trying to reconnect and Dee agrees.

Dec 12 2011

Carrie loses her job & Brody gets fitted for a suicide bomb. Review: Homeland-“The Vest”

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  • December 12, 2011

  • 7 mins to read

When we last saw Carrie (Claire Danes), she was in the hospital after almost being blown to bits in an explosion she was trying to prevent. Now, she’s trying to recover but her manic depression seems to have taken over. In the meantime, Sgt. Nick Brody (Damian Lewis) prepares to take his family on a trip so they can spend some quality time together before his campaign run takes over their lives.

Dec 11 2011

Book Review: Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick

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  • December 11, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

As it sits, I probably wouldn’t recommend Hush, Hush to anyone who takes everything they read literally. It’s good for entertaining anyone above the age of 18, but skirts the line of ‘What Not to Do When Writing a Novel.’ Take that as you will.

Dec 08 2011

Aluminum Monster, Ronny the Rat, Dirt Grub and a Golden God. Review: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “High School Reunion” #sunnyfx

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  • December 8, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

It’s that time of life again—you know, when you attend your high school reunion in the hopes no one will remember the stupid things you used to do and say? Well, that’s what the Gang hopes, anyway. Frank’s (Danny DeVito) going because he just wants to tag along, as usual; Dee (Kaitlin Olson) wants to show off her back sans the brace she used to wear; Dennis (Glenn Howerton) can’t wait to see the “minions” who treated him like a “golden God;” Mac (Rob McElhenney) wants to show everyone he’s an adult now instead of the class clown/drug dealer he used to be; and Charlie…well, Charlie (Charlie Day) really hasn’t changed much since high school.

Dec 08 2011

Review: American Horror Story “Smoldering Children” (Dead is better? Enduring is such sweet sorrow) #ahsfx

Wow! Wow! Wow! I did not see this turn of events coming…well, at least not in this particular way. Tate seems truly in love with Violet; he’s willing to go to great lengths to protect her even if it means hurting her father Ben (Dylan McDermott. “Smoldering Children” also introduces us to the ghosts of Larry’s (Denis O’Hare) wife and children who are literally still smoldering with fiery embers. The special effects are nothing short of brilliant.

Dec 07 2011

Review: Sons of Anarchy – “To Be, Part 2” – Do the Bad Guys Always Get Their Way?

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  • December 7, 2011

  • 10 mins to read

Sons of Anarchy fans have been riding a powerful roller coaster since September. Season 4 has been intense with unexpected flips and turns but does the finale please the high expectations of viewers? Will the ghost of John Teller continue to haunt those who did him wrong? And does anyone really believe Jax is ever leaving Charming?

Dec 06 2011

Review: #Haven Christmas Episode “Silent Night” (Christmas in July? Audrey must find out the source of the trouble before Haven vanishes)

It’s a bright, sunny day in July – a perfect time to deck the halls and decorate the Christmas tree…right? It seems everyone, except Audrey (Emily Rose) believes its Christmas Eve, but if you’re a fan of the show, you know Audrey isn’t affected by the “troubles” that afflict most of the town and its citizens.

Dec 06 2011

Advance Review: #Warehouse13 Christmas Episode “The Greatest Gift” (It’s a not-so wonderful life for Pete)

I really love Warehouse 13! The show is quirky, creative, a little cheesy, and definitely funny. But what fascinates me the most are the intriguing artifacts stored within the warehouse. Using iconic and historical people and iconic characters, whether it’s Van Doren Stern’s brush sweeping Pete out of existence or Rudolph’s nose guiding Santa’s sleigh into chaos, the way the writers incorporate various objects into the storylines is quite inventive.

Dec 06 2011

Advance Review: Eureka Christmas Episode “Do You See What I See?” (Sninjas invade Eureka!)

The quaint town of geniuses is transformed into animated versions of themselves. Sheriff Jack Carter (Colin Ferguson) and Allison Blake (Salli Richardson-Whitfield) are secretly planning the perfect holiday surprise for their kids. But a mysterious kaleidoscopic wave of color crashes over Eureka, leaving the entire town and its inhabitants animated. “Do You See What I See” is absolutely fun and will be a new holiday classic! It’s got heart, action, laughs, and Sninjas!!

Dec 06 2011

Review: Hung “The Whole Beefalo” The Whole Letdown (In My Opinion)

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  • December 6, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

My first thought as the opening credits roll is, “I can’t believe we’re at the end of another great season of one of my favorite dramedies.” That said, I’m let down by this finale and want a redo. “The Whole Beefalo” is not the way to end the season.

Dec 05 2011

Review: Enlightened – Season 1, Episode 9, “Consider Helen”- The Past Comes Flooding Back

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  • December 5, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

It’s another day in the lives of the Jellico women and as they sleep, happy voices are heard as voiceovers. They’re voices from the past: Amy (Laura Dern), her sister Bethany (Rebecca Spicher) and their father Jim (Russell Reynolds). “Consider Helen” focuses on the past and death. It’s also about the existing quiet tension among Amy, her mother and Levi (Luke Wilson). But most importantly, it reveals information about the day things changed completely for the Jellico women.

Dec 05 2011

A Fallen Diplomat, a Forgiving Brody and an Explosion. Review: Homeland – “Representative Brody”

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  • December 5, 2011

  • 7 mins to read

While the title “Representative Brody” may lead you to believe this episode is all about Nick Brody (Damian Lewis), nothing could be further from the truth. It’s about both Carrie (Claire Danes) and Brody, but Danes carries the episode beautifully.

Dec 04 2011

Book Review: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs

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  • December 4, 2011

  • 4 mins to read

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is by far the most fascinating, eerie and intriguing book I think I’ve ever read. It not only grips you from the first page but doesn’t let go until after you’ve finished reading.

Dec 04 2011

Review: Boss – Season 1, Episode 7, “Stasis” – Between a Rock and a Hard Place

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  • December 4, 2011

  • 7 mins to read

A Bensenville trichloroethylene plaintiffs’ class action lawsuit deposition, negative public perception, and a government shutdown are some of the growing complications Mayor Tom Kane (Kelsey Grammer) faces. It’s not a good sign when right hand man Ezra Stone (Martin Donovan) prompts him for a wild card to keep the public distracted and prevent a primary election blood bath. Could the Mayor still have a trick under his sleeve and if he does, what could it be?

Dec 02 2011

Chilling. Macabre. Dead People Who Aren’t Dead. Advance Review: Alcatraz – “Pilot”

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  • December 2, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

Alcatraz is a chilling and, at times, macabre new series, full of intrigue and suspense. It is flawlessly directed and acted, and the cinematography is picture perfect in all aspects. There are several moments in the Pilot where I found myself holding my breath. I like when a series asks questions that aren’t readily answered, which is what this new show does. Alcatraz is intelligent, keeps me interested and I’ve already become invested in the characters after only one episode. I highly recommend you give this new series a chance.

Dec 01 2011

No Hesitation; No Surrender; No Man Left Behind. Review: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia – “Thunder Gun Express”

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  • December 1, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

The Gang can’t wait to see Thunder Gun Express, “the greatest movie ever made,” according to Dennis (Glenn Howerton). They get the last available tickets online; Charlie (Charlie Day) has the requisite amount of booze; and they have 30 minutes to get to the theater. But when Frank (Danny DeVito) gets to Paddys, he tells them about the awful traffic jams caused by President Obama’s visit to Philadelphia. You just know “Thunder Gun Express” is going to turn into a comedy of errors, especially given their mantra, “No hesitation; no surrender; no man left behind.”

Dec 01 2011

Review: #AHSFX American Horror Story “Spooky Little Girl” (Becoming famous isn’t all it’s cracked up to be)

What is most captivating about “Spooky Little Girl” is the enigmatic Constance (Jessica Lange). Lange is absolutely brilliant as Constance and steals every scene she’s in with her compelling portrayal of a woman desperate for redemption and second chances. From the delivery of her lines to her flawless execution of emotions, both verbally and physically, I am helplessly drawn into her story, watching in complete awe as she commands the screen.

Dec 01 2011

Review: Bones “The Male in the Mail” (Signed, Sealed, & Dismembered!)

“The Male in the Mail” begins in a very (gulp) gross way. When mail goes unclaimed, it ends up in the “dead letter office” where employees open the packages and either trash or repurpose the items. But upon discovering the dismembered remains of an employee of a local “Ship-n-Print”… well, some things just can’t be repurposed.

Nov 30 2011

Review: Sons of Anarchy – Season 4, Episode 13, “To Be, Part I” – The InsTIGation of Teller

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  • November 30, 2011

  • 8 mins to read

John Teller’s (Victor Newmark) letters continue to wreak havoc on the SAMCRO family and unsuspecting victims alike. “To Be, Act 1” picks up where a cruel fade to black took us to cliffhanger hell last week. Clay’s (Ron Perlman) survival triggers more questions. Is Clay going to be ‘goners’? If not, is Jax (Charlie Hunnam) the ‘one’ who’s supposed to finish the job Opie (Ryan Hurst) started? How will SAMCRO deal with the shooting of their president?

Nov 28 2011

Finally, we learn what Brody’s mission is. Review: Homeland – “Crossfire”

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  • November 28, 2011

  • 7 mins to read

The majority of “Crossfire” spends its time between present day and three years ago when Abu Nazir (Navid Negahban) brings Brody to his home to be his young son Issa’s (Rohan Chand) English tutor. There are two distinct, separate storylines in this episode: Carrie’s (Claire Danes) involvement in handling the outrage of the Muslim community after last week’s shooting in the mosque; and Brody’s kidnapping as he goes in and out of consciousness, reliving his time with Issa. And we finally learn what Brody’s mission is as we come to understand the deep connection formed between him and Nazir.

Nov 28 2011

Review: Hung “A Monkey Named Simian” or “Frances Is Not a Fan”

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  • November 28, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

This is by far the best episode of Hung I think I’ve ever seen. It’s raw and full of emotion, bringing the drama aspect front and center. Yes, you still get a few laughs, but mostly you have heartfelt feelings which radiate well after the half hour is over.