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The Vampire Diaries 3.15 Review: "1912"
By John Keegan
The mystery of who might be running around Mystic Falls, taking out members of the founding families, has been percolating in the background for a little while now. All of the evidence seemed to point away from Alaric, and instead to someone trying to frame him. The truth, instead, is a lot stranger.
The mystery of who might be running around Mystic Falls, taking out members of the founding families, has been percolating in the background for a little while now. All of the evidence seemed to point away from Alaric, and instead to someone trying to frame him. The truth, instead, is a lot stranger."The Voice" Battles Continue, Six Artists Advance
By Karen Moul
The Voice battle rounds continued this week with twelve more contestants on the chopping block. Overall the performances were better than last week, although the coaches continued to pit similar singers against each other. This didn’t always result in a memorable duet. It does, however, set us up for some difficult decisions down the road.
In addition, some of the song choices seemed designed to favor certain artists, but this stage of the competition is no longer simply about vocal talent. Style and stage presence are becoming more important and to win this thing you’ve got to step out of your comfort zone and make a song your own.
Highlights of the episode included a fascinating performance by Lindsey and Lee singing Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box.” Each struggled in rehearsal, but they both have such unusual voices that you either loved this matchup or hated it. Kim and Whitney were portrayed as the battle of the divas, but there was never much doubt that Kim’s age and experience would give her the edge.
Jamar and Jamie brought the episode to a climax with and an emotional segment that had both artists sobbing. Jamar is a strong competitor, both in terms of vocal talent and his inspiring personal story, and he has a real shoot at winning the recording contract.
After the episode, the six advancing artists spoke with us about their experiences in the battle round.
The Voice airs Mondays at 8 pm on NBC.
The Voice battle rounds continued this week with twelve more contestants on the chopping block. Overall the performances were better than last week, although the coaches continued to pit similar singers against each other. This didn’t always result in a memorable duet. It does, however, set us up for some difficult decisions down the road.
In addition, some of the song choices seemed designed to favor certain artists, but this stage of the competition is no longer simply about vocal talent. Style and stage presence are becoming more important and to win this thing you’ve got to step out of your comfort zone and make a song your own.
Highlights of the episode included a fascinating performance by Lindsey and Lee singing Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box.” Each struggled in rehearsal, but they both have such unusual voices that you either loved this matchup or hated it. Kim and Whitney were portrayed as the battle of the divas, but there was never much doubt that Kim’s age and experience would give her the edge.
Jamar and Jamie brought the episode to a climax with and an emotional segment that had both artists sobbing. Jamar is a strong competitor, both in terms of vocal talent and his inspiring personal story, and he has a real shoot at winning the recording contract.
After the episode, the six advancing artists spoke with us about their experiences in the battle round.
The Voice airs Mondays at 8 pm on NBC.
Alcatraz 1.8 Review: "Clarence Montgomery"
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
The most troubling thought I had while watching this episode of "Alcatraz" was that the guest star playing the Criminal of The Week was far more interesting than the main cast. This has been the case for much of the show's admittedly uneven season thus far, but it particularly stood out to me here. The show's writers can't seem to find much variety from the norm here, as Clarence Montgomery apparently keeps committing murder in the same fashion as he did in the past. It's consistent with all the other criminals from 1963 who have come forward to the future, but there is still no explanation for why they are acting in this manner. I fear we may never get that explanation with the show running so close to the end.
The most troubling thought I had while watching this episode of "Alcatraz" was that the guest star playing the Criminal of The Week was far more interesting than the main cast. This has been the case for much of the show's admittedly uneven season thus far, but it particularly stood out to me here. The show's writers can't seem to find much variety from the norm here, as Clarence Montgomery apparently keeps committing murder in the same fashion as he did in the past. It's consistent with all the other criminals from 1963 who have come forward to the future, but there is still no explanation for why they are acting in this manner. I fear we may never get that explanation with the show running so close to the end.Once Upon a Time 1.15 Review: "Red Handed"
By John Keegan and Edmund Boys
If “Once Upon A Time” was America’s greatest satirist (and tweaker of Arthurian legend), it might tell me the rumors of its death have been greatly exaggerated. Since its writers will never equal even the misquoted Twain, it decided to send the delectable Meghan Ory to whisper similar sentiments in my ear. Certainly her sections are a return to form. And I swear my judgment was not impaired by all the blood that rushing from my brain.
If “Once Upon A Time” was America’s greatest satirist (and tweaker of Arthurian legend), it might tell me the rumors of its death have been greatly exaggerated. Since its writers will never equal even the misquoted Twain, it decided to send the delectable Meghan Ory to whisper similar sentiments in my ear. Certainly her sections are a return to form. And I swear my judgment was not impaired by all the blood that rushing from my brain.Exclusive: Writer Leonard Chang Talks "Awake"
Exclusive Interview with Leonard Chang, writer on Awake
Interview by Jamie Ruby
Written by Jamie Ruby
NBC's new drama, Awake, will air it's third episode tonight. The series follows detective Michael Britten, played by Jason Isaacs, who was in a car wreck where either his wife, Hannah (Laura Allen), or son, Rex (Dylan Minnette), died. Britten lives in two realities. In one, his wife is alive. He goes to sleep and wakes up and he is there with his son in the other. Torn between losing a loved one, Britten refuses to accept either reality as being a dream and is content with living in both. As a detective, he often uses clues from one reality to help him solve the case in the other.
One of the writers of the series, Leonard Chang, recently sat down to talk to Jamie Ruby of SciFi Vision in an exclusive interview about the show.
Interview by Jamie Ruby
Written by Jamie Ruby
NBC's new drama, Awake, will air it's third episode tonight. The series follows detective Michael Britten, played by Jason Isaacs, who was in a car wreck where either his wife, Hannah (Laura Allen), or son, Rex (Dylan Minnette), died. Britten lives in two realities. In one, his wife is alive. He goes to sleep and wakes up and he is there with his son in the other. Torn between losing a loved one, Britten refuses to accept either reality as being a dream and is content with living in both. As a detective, he often uses clues from one reality to help him solve the case in the other.One of the writers of the series, Leonard Chang, recently sat down to talk to Jamie Ruby of SciFi Vision in an exclusive interview about the show.
William Devane: "Leprechaun's Revenge"
By Jamie Ruby
Syfy is known for its Saturday movies, and the latest of the bunch is Leprechaun's Revenge, which airs this weekend. In the film, a teenage girl is cursed when she accidentally releases an evil leprechaun upon the town. She has only a few days to stop the leprechaun or die from the curse. She is helped by her grandfather, who believes in the curse, played by William Devane, her father (Billy Zane), and a couple friends, to try to kill the leprechaun.
William Devane recently talked to the media about the upcoming Syfy Saturday film.
Syfy is known for its Saturday movies, and the latest of the bunch is Leprechaun's Revenge, which airs this weekend. In the film, a teenage girl is cursed when she accidentally releases an evil leprechaun upon the town. She has only a few days to stop the leprechaun or die from the curse. She is helped by her grandfather, who believes in the curse, played by William Devane, her father (Billy Zane), and a couple friends, to try to kill the leprechaun. William Devane recently talked to the media about the upcoming Syfy Saturday film.
Mary McCormack & Fred Weller on the Final Season of "In Plain Sight"
By Jamie RubyTomorrow In Plain Sight returns with its fifth and final season, comprised of eight episodes. The series follows two U.S. Marshals, Mary Shannon and Marshall Mann, who work for the witness protection program (WITSEC) and help relocate Federal Witnesses.
In the season premiere, "The Anti-Socal Network," Mary returns to WITSEC after maternity leave. The marshals must protect a witness who could possibly take down a powerful secret society.
The two stars took time to talk to the media about the upcoming season.
Sarah Shahi Returns for Season 2 of "Fairly Legal"
By Jamie Ruby
Friday night marks the season premiere of USA Network's Fairly Legal, which returns for its second season. The legal drama stars Sarah Shahi as feisty mediator Kate Reed. This season things are changing, including the introduction of a new potential love interest for Kate, with Ben Grogan (Ryan Johnson). Kate's life only gets more complicated while new problems arise with her soon-to-be-ex-husband Justin Patrick (Michael Trucco), as well as with work. The firm is on the verge of collapse and she and her stepmother Lauren Reed (Viginia Williams) must try to stay civil and work together if they want to save it.
On Saturday Shahi talked to the media about the new season of Fairly Legal.
Friday night marks the season premiere of USA Network's Fairly Legal, which returns for its second season. The legal drama stars Sarah Shahi as feisty mediator Kate Reed. This season things are changing, including the introduction of a new potential love interest for Kate, with Ben Grogan (Ryan Johnson). Kate's life only gets more complicated while new problems arise with her soon-to-be-ex-husband Justin Patrick (Michael Trucco), as well as with work. The firm is on the verge of collapse and she and her stepmother Lauren Reed (Viginia Williams) must try to stay civil and work together if they want to save it.On Saturday Shahi talked to the media about the new season of Fairly Legal.
Laura Allen & Dylan Minnette Talk "Awake"
By Jamie Ruby
Tonight, NBC will air the third episode of it's new series, Awake. The series follows Detective Michael Britten, played by Jason Isaacs, who was recently in a car crash where someone he loved was killed. The thing is, Britten doesn't know whether his wife, Hannah, played by Laura Allen, or his son, Rex, played by Dylan Minnette, is the one who survived. In one reality, Britten mourns the loss of his son with Hannah. Then, when he goes to sleep, he awakens in a reality where his son is alive and his wife is gone.
In tonight's episode, entitled "Guilty," Rex is kidnapped in one reality, while Hannah wants Michael to attend a speech she is giving in their son's honor, in the other.
Allen and Minnette recently talked to the digital media about the new series.
Tonight, NBC will air the third episode of it's new series, Awake. The series follows Detective Michael Britten, played by Jason Isaacs, who was recently in a car crash where someone he loved was killed. The thing is, Britten doesn't know whether his wife, Hannah, played by Laura Allen, or his son, Rex, played by Dylan Minnette, is the one who survived. In one reality, Britten mourns the loss of his son with Hannah. Then, when he goes to sleep, he awakens in a reality where his son is alive and his wife is gone.In tonight's episode, entitled "Guilty," Rex is kidnapped in one reality, while Hannah wants Michael to attend a speech she is giving in their son's honor, in the other.
Allen and Minnette recently talked to the digital media about the new series.
The Good Wife 3.17 Review: "Long Way Home"
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
This show has never feared what's coming in the future for its characters. A lot of this episode addresses that notion, particularly with regard to Alicia. She's prompted to look at expensive houses because her landlord might evict them from their luxury condo. Her kids are soon to be in college. If she goes through with the divorce from Peter (and that's looking more and more remote), that's a significant loss of income despite her position as a high-powered lawyer.
This show has never feared what's coming in the future for its characters. A lot of this episode addresses that notion, particularly with regard to Alicia. She's prompted to look at expensive houses because her landlord might evict them from their luxury condo. Her kids are soon to be in college. If she goes through with the divorce from Peter (and that's looking more and more remote), that's a significant loss of income despite her position as a high-powered lawyer.
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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!
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!