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Once Upon a Time 1.20 Review: "The Stranger"
By John Keegan and Edmund Boys
With three episodes left in the season, the time has come for “Once Upon A Time” to start resolving some of its mysteries. After “The Stranger”, I only hope they step up their game in the final two. I get the sense the producers expected the events depicted here to be revelatory. Instead, I found them predictable and underwhelming. What makes this a shame is that, just as Robert Carlyle suffered through some sub-par episodes, this one wasted a fine performance from Tony Amendola as Geppetto.
With three episodes left in the season, the time has come for “Once Upon A Time” to start resolving some of its mysteries. After “The Stranger”, I only hope they step up their game in the final two. I get the sense the producers expected the events depicted here to be revelatory. Instead, I found them predictable and underwhelming. What makes this a shame is that, just as Robert Carlyle suffered through some sub-par episodes, this one wasted a fine performance from Tony Amendola as Geppetto."Cabin in the Woods" - An Atypical Horror Movie That Breaks Beyond the Genre
By Daniel Denehy
Every once in a long while a movie comes along that is of such quality that you feel the need to applaud when the credits roll; a movie that to share the details of which would feel like a crime, because you would be robbing the potential viewer of the amazement that could be had. Cabin in the Woods is one of those movies. Given the state of this movie, and my wish not to be criminal, what will be discussed hereafter will reveal no story from the movie that has not already been revealed in the trailers. Trust me; it is that sort of movie.
Every once in a long while a movie comes along that is of such quality that you feel the need to applaud when the credits roll; a movie that to share the details of which would feel like a crime, because you would be robbing the potential viewer of the amazement that could be had. Cabin in the Woods is one of those movies. Given the state of this movie, and my wish not to be criminal, what will be discussed hereafter will reveal no story from the movie that has not already been revealed in the trailers. Trust me; it is that sort of movie.
Eureka 5.3 Review: "Force Quit"
By John Keegan and Gregg Wright
As the final part of a three-episode saga, "Force Quit" has the task of resolving the "Matrix" situation completely and getting everything back to normal. And in addition, it also effectively wraps up the arc that began with the second half of season 4, when Senator Wen first arrived on the scene and the Astraeus project was commissioned. In that respect, the episode, and this 3-part arc, have been relatively successful. I still think that it's a bit of a let-down that the Astraeus's grand voyage ended up amounting to little more than a plot to kidnap Eureka scientists, in the aim of furthering their perpetually ambiguous goals.
As the final part of a three-episode saga, "Force Quit" has the task of resolving the "Matrix" situation completely and getting everything back to normal. And in addition, it also effectively wraps up the arc that began with the second half of season 4, when Senator Wen first arrived on the scene and the Astraeus project was commissioned. In that respect, the episode, and this 3-part arc, have been relatively successful. I still think that it's a bit of a let-down that the Astraeus's grand voyage ended up amounting to little more than a plot to kidnap Eureka scientists, in the aim of furthering their perpetually ambiguous goals.The Good Wife 3.22 Review: "The Dream Team"
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
This felt like a really odd season finale. I expected this given what occurred in the previous episode, and is so often the case with this show, it delivered pretty much on what was promised. The episode's title of "The Dream Team" has sports connotations to myself personally, and the plot eerily follows suit in that way. It's more of an all-star highlights approach of most of the little subplots that have been building throughout this season.
This felt like a really odd season finale. I expected this given what occurred in the previous episode, and is so often the case with this show, it delivered pretty much on what was promised. The episode's title of "The Dream Team" has sports connotations to myself personally, and the plot eerily follows suit in that way. It's more of an all-star highlights approach of most of the little subplots that have been building throughout this season.American Idol: Elise Testone
By Jamie Ruby
The most recent contestant to be voted off of American Idol was Elise Testone. The voice instructor from South Carolina earned sixth place and will travel on tour this summer with the rest of the Idols.
Testone talked to the digital media last week about her experiences on American Idol and what's next for her.
The most recent contestant to be voted off of American Idol was Elise Testone. The voice instructor from South Carolina earned sixth place and will travel on tour this summer with the rest of the Idols.Testone talked to the digital media last week about her experiences on American Idol and what's next for her.
Michael Ealy Stars in "Common Law"
By Jamie Ruby
On May 11th USA will premiere its new original series Common Law. The series follows two detectives, Travis Marks, played by Michael Ealy, and Wes Mitchell (Warren Kole), whose problems are each other. The two constantly bicker and try to outdo the other, and it ends up causing problems at work. Instead of firing the two, their boss decides it's time to intervene by forcing them into couples' therapy. LAPD's best must learn to get along if they want to keep working cases in the robbery-homicide division.
Michael Ealy is probably best known for his breakout role in Barbershop and its sequel, as well as starring in the film Think Like a Man, which is currently number one at the box office.
The actor recently talked to the media about his new series, his comedic side, and more.
On May 11th USA will premiere its new original series Common Law. The series follows two detectives, Travis Marks, played by Michael Ealy, and Wes Mitchell (Warren Kole), whose problems are each other. The two constantly bicker and try to outdo the other, and it ends up causing problems at work. Instead of firing the two, their boss decides it's time to intervene by forcing them into couples' therapy. LAPD's best must learn to get along if they want to keep working cases in the robbery-homicide division.Michael Ealy is probably best known for his breakout role in Barbershop and its sequel, as well as starring in the film Think Like a Man, which is currently number one at the box office.
The actor recently talked to the media about his new series, his comedic side, and more.
The Borgias 2.4 Review: "Stray Dogs"
By John Keegan
I've come to the conclusion that Neil Jordan, having looked back on the first season, decided that sticking to historical events wouldn't be nearly so much fun as simply playing in the Borgia sandbox. And I'm wondering if that's why the show feels a bit more interesting this season; there's no telling which events will be rearranged to keep the drama flowing and the audience on its toes.
I've come to the conclusion that Neil Jordan, having looked back on the first season, decided that sticking to historical events wouldn't be nearly so much fun as simply playing in the Borgia sandbox. And I'm wondering if that's why the show feels a bit more interesting this season; there's no telling which events will be rearranged to keep the drama flowing and the audience on its toes.Lost Girl 2.3 Review: "Scream a Little Dream"
By John Keegan and Paul Pearson
"Lost Girl" is slipping. It's sad, given the high quality of the first season was and the very strong premiere of the second, but "Scream a Little Dream" manages to dip below the previous episode with fumbling, unengaging stories that distract from what could and should be the interesting focus of it all.
"Lost Girl" is slipping. It's sad, given the high quality of the first season was and the very strong premiere of the second, but "Scream a Little Dream" manages to dip below the previous episode with fumbling, unengaging stories that distract from what could and should be the interesting focus of it all.Mad Men 5.7 Review: "At the Codfish Ball"
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
Every character on "Mad Men" could easily be so happy and content with their lives. It would suck much of the drama out of the show, but it has occurred to me that this show may be the saddest one on television right now. Even in a moment of triumph for the firm -- Megan saving the floundering Heinz account -- the joy feels somewhat muted, possibly because business still remains tenuous.
Every character on "Mad Men" could easily be so happy and content with their lives. It would suck much of the drama out of the show, but it has occurred to me that this show may be the saddest one on television right now. Even in a moment of triumph for the firm -- Megan saving the floundering Heinz account -- the joy feels somewhat muted, possibly because business still remains tenuous.Izzard, Halmi Sr., & Vitale Talk "Treasure Island"
By Jamie Ruby
Syfy's newest miniseries, a new adaptation of Treasure Island, will premiere in a special one night movie event on May 5th from 7-11PM (ET/PT). The film is a fresh take on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure, featuring an all-star cast, including Eddie Izzard as Long John Silver, Elijah Wood as Ben Gunn, and Donald Sutherland as Flint.
Izzard, along with the executive producer of the film, Robert Halmi Sr. and Thomas Vitale, Syfy executive and Vice President, Programming and Original Movies, talked to the media recently about the upcoming miniseries.
Syfy's newest miniseries, a new adaptation of Treasure Island, will premiere in a special one night movie event on May 5th from 7-11PM (ET/PT). The film is a fresh take on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure, featuring an all-star cast, including Eddie Izzard as Long John Silver, Elijah Wood as Ben Gunn, and Donald Sutherland as Flint.Izzard, along with the executive producer of the film, Robert Halmi Sr. and Thomas Vitale, Syfy executive and Vice President, Programming and Original Movies, talked to the media recently about the upcoming miniseries.
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Welcome! This is a place for those inspired by the strange, fantastic, and unknown. It is dedicated to those who share their talents with us and shine, whether it be on our televisions or on the silver screen. Here you will find interviews with celebrities, reviews from multiple genres, and other pop culture news and multimedia. While we originally started with a love for science fiction and fantasy, this site is no longer just for any one genre.Something you want to see featured here? Have your own site you'd like to see here? Don't hesitate to let us know!
Welcome! This is a place for those inspired by the strange, fantastic, and unknown. It is dedicated to those who share their talents with us and shine, whether it be on our televisions or on the silver screen. Here you will find interviews with celebrities, reviews from multiple genres, and other pop culture news and multimedia. While we originally started with a love for science fiction and fantasy, this site is no longer just for any one genre.Something you want to see featured here? Have your own site you'd like to see here? Don't hesitate to let us know!
Welcome! This is a place for those inspired by the strange, fantastic, and unknown. It is dedicated to those who share their talents with us and shine, whether it be on our televisions or on the silver screen. Here you will find interviews with celebrities, reviews from multiple genres, and other pop culture news and multimedia. While we originally started with a love for science fiction and fantasy, this site is no longer just for any one genre.Something you want to see featured here? Have your own site you'd like to see here? Don't hesitate to let us know!