Tag: Review

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.

Aug 31 2011

Review: Rescue Me, S7, E8 – “Vows”

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  • August 31, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

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 30 2011

Review: The Closer, S7, E8 – “Death Warrant”

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  • August 30, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

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: The Glades, S2, E12 – “Shine”

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  • August 29, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

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

Review: True Blood, S4, E46 – “Burning Down the House”

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  • August 29, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

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 24 2011

Review: Rescue Me, S7, E7 – “Jeter”

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  • August 24, 2011

  • 7 mins to read

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.

Aug 24 2011

Review: The Big C, Season 2, Ep. 9 “A Little Death” (Nothing soothes grief like an open bar, sushi, and sex)

Nothing soothes grief like an open bar, sushi, and sex? And who blasts invites to a funeral via Twitter? Are funerals the new aphrodisiac? Well, if the Max Buy van is a rockin’, don’t come a knockin’! LOL! And are you a KOC?

Aug 23 2011

Review: The Closer, S7, E6 “A Family Affair”

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  • August 23, 2011

  • 4 mins to read

From comedy to drama, The Closer doesn’t want to fit itself into typical television fare. It breaks out of that mold and creates its own category of entertainment. It’s what I like to call fantastic. Everything about it pulls you in and holds you fast.

Aug 22 2011

Review: The Glades, S2, E11 – “Beached”

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  • August 22, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

With only two more episodes left in the season, The Glades starts turning up the Florida heat and taking the relationship they’ve been dangling before us like the proverbial carrot to the next level…or, at least, giving it a legitimate chance to level up. Detective Jim Longworth (Matt Passmore) is a bit cranky about investigating the body of a “well-coiffed executive” found on a popular stretch of beach, but the interruption of his golf game is only partially to blame.

Aug 21 2011

Review: #Haven , Season 2, Ep. 6 “Audrey Parker’s Day Off” (Will the day never end?)

Haven is fast becoming one of my favorite TV shows. Each week we are presented with a new and interesting affliction which causes even stranger events. “Audrey Parker’s Day Off” is exciting and engrossing. As I watch with eager anticipation of who will die next, I try to figure out the mystery of why the day is repeating. Seeing Audrey’s reactions to each of her friends’ death brings you a little closer to the characters.

Aug 18 2011

Review: #WilfredFX , Season 1, Ep 10 “Isolation” (Won’t you be my neighbor?)

Jenna thinks Ryan’s been on vacation because his blinds are closed and she hasn’t seen him in three days. Wilfred seems a bit perturbed by Ryan’s absence, thinking he’s avoiding him. And why does Ryan think he has to impress his neighbors? What’s the moral – be kind to your neighbors because never know when you’ll need them? And don’t get hand-jobs from heroin-addled bums…just don’t… period.

Aug 18 2011

Review: #WilfredFX , Season 1, Ep 9 “Compassion” (“everybody’s a little coo-coo”)

While I enjoyed “Compassion,” it was a bit lackluster for me. I think Mary Steenburgen did a fantastic job of being the kooky mom but overall, the episode had only a few moments of ‘ha ha’ and not the usual ‘LOL! OMG! WTF!’ Of course, this episode has a grander purpose so I’ll excuse the shortage of guffaws.

Aug 17 2011

Review: Rescue Me, S7, E6 – “344”

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  • August 17, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

“344” is rife with dramatic dialogue which rivets me to my seat, intently listening to each conversation. While there aren’t as many comedic scenes as usual this week, that’s ok. Rescue Me is, after all, a very dark show. Tommy is extremely affected by a visit to Ground Zero, which manifests itself in several different ways.

Aug 16 2011

Review: The Big C, Season 2, Ep. 8 “The Last Thanksgiving” (No turkey, no fingernails, and no ring)

Cathy (Laura Linney) keeps her missing fingernails a secret from her “mole-mate” Lee (guest star Hugh Dancy); Sean (John Hickey) and Adam (Gabriel Basso) bring a live turkey for dinner; Myk (Boyd Holbrook) professes his love for Andrea (Gabourey Sidibe); And Rebecca (Cynthia Nixon) and Sean get engaged.

Aug 16 2011

Review: The Closer, S7, E6 – “Home Improvement”

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  • August 16, 2011

  • 4 mins to read

What an interesting storyline this week. A sex offender is found murdered on a job site. And the laughs just continue on. “Sure you don’t want to just cover him up and call it a day?”

Aug 15 2011

Review: The Glades, S2, E10 – “Swamp Thing”

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  • August 15, 2011

  • 6 mins to read

Now I get why real estate agents are all about location, location, location. I mean, where else besides The Glades could a Boy Scout troop on a nature hike encounter the remains of a wild boar—complete with remnants of a zipper and a human finger—except the Florida Everglades?

Aug 15 2011

Review: True Blood, S4, E44 – “Spellbound”

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  • August 15, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

“Spellbound” is laced with subtle hints of the lack of tolerance for prejudice, especially the overwhelming and highlighted prejudice the witches harbor for the vamps.

Aug 13 2011

Review: #Haven , Season 2, Ep. 5 “Roots” (Mystery, greed, jealousy, and #Twitter…?)

“Roots” keeps me rooted to my seat! Mysterious disappearances, decades old family drama, greed, jealousy, humor, and sex – what more could you ask for? It’s also the first Twitter-integrated episode. As Audrey gets closer to Chris, Nathan is left alone in the barn…And who is Evi calling after Duke declines her offer to run away to Mexico?

Aug 11 2011

Review: #WilfredFX , Season 1, Ep. 8 “Anger” (Dead Rats, Possessed Dogs, and 20 yr old lies)

Ryan is having a recurring dream about his childhood dog Sneakers; Wilfred vies for Kristen’s attention after Ryan mentions she hates him – and what says “I adore you” better than a dead rodent? And has Sneakers come back to avenge his death? I love the little morality lessons that are peppered into each episode of Wilfred.

Aug 11 2011

Review: Rescue Me, S7, E5 – “Head”

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  • August 11, 2011

  • 5 mins to read

I don’t want to ruin the fun you’ll have watching everyone’s plans come to fruition. I will tell you it involves getting dirt on Keppler, a free-for-all at a bar between the cops and the firefighters, figuring out the name of the guy Mike slept with and confronting him, and an award-winning performance by Callie Thorne for delivering the blows that end Tommy’s suspension. You just can’t keep a good man down. Wait. Did I say ‘good?’

Aug 10 2011

Review: The Big C, Season 2, Ep 7 “Goldilocks and the Bears” (Mole-Mates, Bears, and 24/7 Masturbation?)

Lee (Hugh Dancy) likes “bears”; Cathy’s (Laura Linney) blood pressure is rising and realizes Lee is her “mole-mate”; Paul (Oliver Platt) throws his back out but is saved by an unlikely ‘bear-ish’ hero; Andrea (Gabourey Sidibe) and Myk (Boyd Holbrook) go on their first date; and Marlene (Phyllis Somerville) gets in the tub with Cathy.