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Dexter 7.1 Review: "Are You...?"
By John Keegan and Gregg Wright
It may come as no surprise to hear this, but storytelling is an art of deception. The aim of good storytelling is to sell the viewer on the believable nature of unfolding events, and also to ensnare the viewer on an emotional and intellectual level. Of course, behind the scenes, stories are planned. The extent of that planning varies, depending on the storyteller. But generally speaking, the better the planning, the better the story. But this is also where you run the risk of problems.
It may come as no surprise to hear this, but storytelling is an art of deception. The aim of good storytelling is to sell the viewer on the believable nature of unfolding events, and also to ensnare the viewer on an emotional and intellectual level. Of course, behind the scenes, stories are planned. The extent of that planning varies, depending on the storyteller. But generally speaking, the better the planning, the better the story. But this is also where you run the risk of problems.The Good Wife 4.1 Review: "I Fought the Law"
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
There is a striking amount of familiar material with this season premiere of "The Good Wife". I feel like I've seen these storylines on the show before. It's almost as if the writers were checking off a list in order: The firm is having money problems because the firm always has some kind of money problem. Peter is in a race for governor that's heating up with every passing day. Kalinda has to deal with associates of her psycho ex-husband. Topping it off is one of Alicia's kids running into hot water once again.
There is a striking amount of familiar material with this season premiere of "The Good Wife". I feel like I've seen these storylines on the show before. It's almost as if the writers were checking off a list in order: The firm is having money problems because the firm always has some kind of money problem. Peter is in a race for governor that's heating up with every passing day. Kalinda has to deal with associates of her psycho ex-husband. Topping it off is one of Alicia's kids running into hot water once again.Person of Interest 2.1 Review: "The Contingency"
By John Keegan and Edmund Boys
“Person of Interest” returns from its triumphant freshman season with some urgent business still at hand, Root’s abduction of Finch. But, first, we need to spend some time getting to know the newest cast member, freshly promoted from its behind-the-scenes supporting role, the Machine itself. Using the show’s signature blend of flashbacks and present-day procedural, it soon becomes clear that Finch has indeed created the first artificial intelligence. It is equally clear that, at best, it has reached the stage of petulant adolescent. Given that still malleable state, the implications of what might happen if Root does liberate it are truly chilling.
“Person of Interest” returns from its triumphant freshman season with some urgent business still at hand, Root’s abduction of Finch. But, first, we need to spend some time getting to know the newest cast member, freshly promoted from its behind-the-scenes supporting role, the Machine itself. Using the show’s signature blend of flashbacks and present-day procedural, it soon becomes clear that Finch has indeed created the first artificial intelligence. It is equally clear that, at best, it has reached the stage of petulant adolescent. Given that still malleable state, the implications of what might happen if Root does liberate it are truly chilling.Grimm 2.5 Review: "The Good Shepherd"
By John Keegan
Only time will tell if the gambit of airing four episodes as a “preview”, then waiting almost a month to resume, will help or harm the ratings. The numbers for those first few episodes were relatively good for a returning series, and I’m sure that the increase in quality overall will help matters. But I have never been a fan of pulling a show off the air, especially when it’s important to build momentum.
Only time will tell if the gambit of airing four episodes as a “preview”, then waiting almost a month to resume, will help or harm the ratings. The numbers for those first few episodes were relatively good for a returning series, and I’m sure that the increase in quality overall will help matters. But I have never been a fan of pulling a show off the air, especially when it’s important to build momentum.Fringe 5.1 Review: "Transilience Thought Unifier Model-11"
By John Keegan
To say that this episode moves quickly is an understatement. Launching directly out of the end of “Letters of Transit”, the writers are clearly intent on telling an intricate and detailed final tale in the “Fringe” universe. Few shows are this ambitious, and it speaks to the dedication of everyone involved in the production of the show that this leap to the future actually works well as the final chapter to the narrative.
To say that this episode moves quickly is an understatement. Launching directly out of the end of “Letters of Transit”, the writers are clearly intent on telling an intricate and detailed final tale in the “Fringe” universe. Few shows are this ambitious, and it speaks to the dedication of everyone involved in the production of the show that this leap to the future actually works well as the final chapter to the narrative.Last Resort 1.1 Review: "Captain"
By John Keegan and Henry Tran
Throughout the opening scenes of this first episode of "Last Resort", I kept wondering why networks don't do more submarine military dramas. Enclosed spaces, lots of pressure, real potential for drama. "Captain" hums along in the first half to show regular life on board a US nuclear submarine. Then it ramps up the drama and action and complications. There is a lot stuffed into this pilot episode, and there is a lot to chew on by the end.
Throughout the opening scenes of this first episode of "Last Resort", I kept wondering why networks don't do more submarine military dramas. Enclosed spaces, lots of pressure, real potential for drama. "Captain" hums along in the first half to show regular life on board a US nuclear submarine. Then it ramps up the drama and action and complications. There is a lot stuffed into this pilot episode, and there is a lot to chew on by the end.McClintock, Rubinek, Scagliotti, & Kenny on the "Warehouse 13" Mid-Season Finale
By Jamie Ruby
Syfy's hit series Warehouse 13 is about to go into hiatus and will return in April, but first there is a shocking mid-season four cliffhanger coming. The actors of the show, Eddie McClintock, Saul Rubinek, and Allison Scagliotti, as well as the executive producer Jack Kenny, took time recently in a conference call to talk to the media about the upcoming episodes.
Syfy's hit series Warehouse 13 is about to go into hiatus and will return in April, but first there is a shocking mid-season four cliffhanger coming. The actors of the show, Eddie McClintock, Saul Rubinek, and Allison Scagliotti, as well as the executive producer Jack Kenny, took time recently in a conference call to talk to the media about the upcoming episodes.
Harold Perrineau: From "Lost" to "Sons of Anarchy"
By Jamie Ruby
Harold Perrineau is probably best known for his role as Michael on Lost, but recently the actor plays a much different character as he joins the cast of FX's Sons of Anarchy. His character, Damon Pope, is a ruthless man, out for revenge after his daughter has been murdered.
Perrineau, who also stars in the upcoming series, The Wedding Band, talked to the media about Sons of Anarchy, as well as some of his other roles, in a recent press conference.
Harold Perrineau is probably best known for his role as Michael on Lost, but recently the actor plays a much different character as he joins the cast of FX's Sons of Anarchy. His character, Damon Pope, is a ruthless man, out for revenge after his daughter has been murdered.Perrineau, who also stars in the upcoming series, The Wedding Band, talked to the media about Sons of Anarchy, as well as some of his other roles, in a recent press conference.
Early Review: "Lake Placid: The Final Chapter"
Lake Placid: The Final Chapter premieres tonight on Syfy. The fourth in the series follows Sheriff Theresa Giove (Elisabeth Rohm), along with Fish and Game representative Reba (Yancy Butler), and Lieutenant Loflin, as they as you expect try to stop the crocodiles from terrorizing everyone and ripping them to pieces (all without killing them of course), during which they search for the sheriff's daughter who went on a school trip that ended up at the lake.
Robert Englund: From "Nightmare on Elm Street" to "Lake Placid"
By Jamie Ruby
Even if you don't recognize his face, you've probably seen Robert Englund before; he's probably most known for playing Freddy Krueger. Englund, however, quite the accomplished actor, has many credits to his name, from horror films such as The Mangler and Wishmaster, to other films such as Phantom of the Opera, to guest starring on television on shows such as Supernatural and Criminal Minds, and everything in between.
One of Englund's newest projects is the Syfy original movie Lake Placid: The Final Chapter. Englund plays the role of poacher Jim Bickerman, the last member of the Bickerman family. The fourth film in the series combines crocodiles and fun like only a Syfy Saturday film can.
Robert Englund recently talked to the press about the film, which premieres tonight on Syfy.
Even if you don't recognize his face, you've probably seen Robert Englund before; he's probably most known for playing Freddy Krueger. Englund, however, quite the accomplished actor, has many credits to his name, from horror films such as The Mangler and Wishmaster, to other films such as Phantom of the Opera, to guest starring on television on shows such as Supernatural and Criminal Minds, and everything in between.One of Englund's newest projects is the Syfy original movie Lake Placid: The Final Chapter. Englund plays the role of poacher Jim Bickerman, the last member of the Bickerman family. The fourth film in the series combines crocodiles and fun like only a Syfy Saturday film can.
Robert Englund recently talked to the press about the film, which premieres tonight on Syfy.
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