TV Round-UP
Its that time again. Time to update everyone on what I'm watching, and what I think about what I'm watching.
I'm planning another post talking about the 5 most interesting guys in series right now according to me, but thats coming later.
Lets start with the show that will be airing tonight
Revenge
Love This Show! And I think I really figured out what I like so much about it. I really like the men on this show. Not in a "Tom Welling, I want to have sex with them" sort of way (Oh, OK, I would totally have sex with Jack!). But I just find them all interesting, and all the actors competent, and I think the show has created some interesting male characters. And while that shouldn't be shocking, since male characters abound on television, I do think its an accomplishment for a show that is built around a female character, with another female character being closest to be the co-star. And when you compare it to Ringer, where the male characters are a very mixed bag, it feels like something. I guess this is my long winded way of saying that I think the characters are strong, for the most part, on this show. Now, I'm not giving it a totally free pass, because this show does have huge gaping holes of logic that don't hold up if you look too closely (just how old would that dog be anyway?). And the teenage characters of Declan and Charlotte are unbearable. But, I really look forward to this show every week, and my brain is starting to spin together speculations, and desired plotlines, which is a sure sign I'm well and truly hooked.
And, oh yeah, Team Emily & Jack!
Project Runway
Oh God, who cares? Victor is clearly the best of the final 4, but he's still a bore. Anya is a talented designer who seems a bit one note. Kimberly is all over the place. And Joshua is an insufferable douchbag with lady brows. I'm waiting for Project Runway All Stars, which I'm hearing has been pushed back until next year :(
Supernatural
OK, that episode last week? The one with James Marsters and Charisma Carpenter? What a waste of time! Let me get this clear, was it supposed to be cute that these 2 witches were murdering people (horribly) because they were having a jealous snit with each other? And please explain to me why Dean felt he had to kill Amy, in front of her kid, because she killed to save her child, but seems to have no problems walking away from these 2 who murdered 4 people, attempted to murder another, and just did it because they could. This was clearly a throwaway episode, sacrificed to the Gods of stunt casting, which so reminds me of the mistakes Smallville made so often. This show is very hit or miss with me this season, and Dean is working my last nerve. Again. I do enjoy Sam though, and Bobby always rocks! This is feeling like maybe its time for them to fold up their tents and go home with this show.
Once Upon A Time
I liked it. Jennifer Morrison surprised me, as I've never thought much of her. But she was a strong lead here, and Ginnifer Goodwin was equally good. I like the little kid, and the concept. So, I'll keep watching. Now, I didn't love it. For one thing, Lana Parilla's Evil Queen is a bit over-the-top, tilting dangerously toward camp. And I'm not sure this show could've found a more bland Prince Charming if they tried. I don't know, but shouldn't Prince Charming sort of blow your socks off?
Boardwalk Empire
What a fabulous season this show is having, the last episode was crazy! Nucky and Eli having it out, Eli beating a man to death with a wrench, and most especially Jimmy and Richard scalping that old guy in the wheelchair (that will teach him to swing that cane!). This is always a good show, though it does have weak spots. Luckily, this past week was pretty weak spot free. And Jack Huston's portrayal of the sad, damaged Richard Harrow is the sort of thing that should win emmys. but will likely be ignored.
The Walking Dead
Already renewed for a season 3!! And its not wonder. This show is such a heart pounding thrill ride. While I didn't think the premiere was quite as good as the hype, I thought the 2nd episode was excellent. The drama surrounding Karl is heartbreaking. And this might actually be the first time I really, really liked Shane. The way he dealt with Rick, the way he went to get Karl the supplies he needed? Heroic! and Meanwhile, back at the highway, I love how much of a leadership role Daryl is taking here. He's having a great character arc, and I hope that continues throughout the season. When he whipped those pills out of his saddlebag, I laughed out loud. Great show!
Homeland
This is a very intense show to watch. Claire Danes is one of those actresses where you can't deny her talent, but she never comes across as very likeable (at least not in years). But here, that quality works for her, as her Carrie Mathison is sort of a neurotic nutbag, who also happens to be good as her job. But to me, the real revelation in this series is Damian Lewis. His Brody is a an odd mix of sympathetic, and very creepy all rolled into one. And Morena Baccarin is ridiculously gorgeous.
Sons of Anarchy
Oh, this show. I can't deny how compelling it is. Its really a soap opera, but one that takes place in the world of bikers, where people say "shit" and "dick" a lot, and there are porn actresses, and vile criminals, and lots of gory killing, etc. But really, its a soap. And its never been more soap-ish then this season. The problem is though that I worry that the show is not going to follow through with the present storyline. I worry that its going to chicken out, and keep Clay on as a viable character, when he's gone so far beyond a salvageable character. Especially after this past week. He cares nothing about no one, and Ron Perlman's rather flat performance doesn't help matters. Also troubling is how little I'm liking Jax. Sure, he keeps harping on "protecting his family", but aren't the other club members his family too? And in his rush to make himself a nest egg so he could run off with Tara and the kids (because Jax can't be livin' off no wimmins! Neanderthal!), did he stop to consider the shit storm he was going to be leaving to the rest of the club, namely Opie, who he decided should run the club (he didn't bother to mention this to Opie)? It wasn't until this last weeks show that I even saw any turmoil within Jax over this decision.
So, I hope Kurt Sutter has the balls to follow through on what he started this season, and hope we see some important characters go down. Because this shouldn't be a show where a bunch of "red shirts" are the only ones catching bullets.
On a good note, the actors playing Opie, Bobby, Piney, Unser, Juice have never been better.
I decided not to watch Terra Nova after all, when I couldn't get past the annoying teenagers that were infecting my TV screen like a plague of locusts. And I catch Ringer occasionally, but its so awful, I just can't make it priority television.
I'm planning another post talking about the 5 most interesting guys in series right now according to me, but thats coming later.
Lets start with the show that will be airing tonight
Revenge
Love This Show! And I think I really figured out what I like so much about it. I really like the men on this show. Not in a "Tom Welling, I want to have sex with them" sort of way (Oh, OK, I would totally have sex with Jack!). But I just find them all interesting, and all the actors competent, and I think the show has created some interesting male characters. And while that shouldn't be shocking, since male characters abound on television, I do think its an accomplishment for a show that is built around a female character, with another female character being closest to be the co-star. And when you compare it to Ringer, where the male characters are a very mixed bag, it feels like something. I guess this is my long winded way of saying that I think the characters are strong, for the most part, on this show. Now, I'm not giving it a totally free pass, because this show does have huge gaping holes of logic that don't hold up if you look too closely (just how old would that dog be anyway?). And the teenage characters of Declan and Charlotte are unbearable. But, I really look forward to this show every week, and my brain is starting to spin together speculations, and desired plotlines, which is a sure sign I'm well and truly hooked.
And, oh yeah, Team Emily & Jack!
Project Runway
Oh God, who cares? Victor is clearly the best of the final 4, but he's still a bore. Anya is a talented designer who seems a bit one note. Kimberly is all over the place. And Joshua is an insufferable douchbag with lady brows. I'm waiting for Project Runway All Stars, which I'm hearing has been pushed back until next year :(
Supernatural
OK, that episode last week? The one with James Marsters and Charisma Carpenter? What a waste of time! Let me get this clear, was it supposed to be cute that these 2 witches were murdering people (horribly) because they were having a jealous snit with each other? And please explain to me why Dean felt he had to kill Amy, in front of her kid, because she killed to save her child, but seems to have no problems walking away from these 2 who murdered 4 people, attempted to murder another, and just did it because they could. This was clearly a throwaway episode, sacrificed to the Gods of stunt casting, which so reminds me of the mistakes Smallville made so often. This show is very hit or miss with me this season, and Dean is working my last nerve. Again. I do enjoy Sam though, and Bobby always rocks! This is feeling like maybe its time for them to fold up their tents and go home with this show.
Once Upon A Time
I liked it. Jennifer Morrison surprised me, as I've never thought much of her. But she was a strong lead here, and Ginnifer Goodwin was equally good. I like the little kid, and the concept. So, I'll keep watching. Now, I didn't love it. For one thing, Lana Parilla's Evil Queen is a bit over-the-top, tilting dangerously toward camp. And I'm not sure this show could've found a more bland Prince Charming if they tried. I don't know, but shouldn't Prince Charming sort of blow your socks off?
Boardwalk Empire
What a fabulous season this show is having, the last episode was crazy! Nucky and Eli having it out, Eli beating a man to death with a wrench, and most especially Jimmy and Richard scalping that old guy in the wheelchair (that will teach him to swing that cane!). This is always a good show, though it does have weak spots. Luckily, this past week was pretty weak spot free. And Jack Huston's portrayal of the sad, damaged Richard Harrow is the sort of thing that should win emmys. but will likely be ignored.
The Walking Dead
Already renewed for a season 3!! And its not wonder. This show is such a heart pounding thrill ride. While I didn't think the premiere was quite as good as the hype, I thought the 2nd episode was excellent. The drama surrounding Karl is heartbreaking. And this might actually be the first time I really, really liked Shane. The way he dealt with Rick, the way he went to get Karl the supplies he needed? Heroic! and Meanwhile, back at the highway, I love how much of a leadership role Daryl is taking here. He's having a great character arc, and I hope that continues throughout the season. When he whipped those pills out of his saddlebag, I laughed out loud. Great show!
Homeland
This is a very intense show to watch. Claire Danes is one of those actresses where you can't deny her talent, but she never comes across as very likeable (at least not in years). But here, that quality works for her, as her Carrie Mathison is sort of a neurotic nutbag, who also happens to be good as her job. But to me, the real revelation in this series is Damian Lewis. His Brody is a an odd mix of sympathetic, and very creepy all rolled into one. And Morena Baccarin is ridiculously gorgeous.
Sons of Anarchy
Oh, this show. I can't deny how compelling it is. Its really a soap opera, but one that takes place in the world of bikers, where people say "shit" and "dick" a lot, and there are porn actresses, and vile criminals, and lots of gory killing, etc. But really, its a soap. And its never been more soap-ish then this season. The problem is though that I worry that the show is not going to follow through with the present storyline. I worry that its going to chicken out, and keep Clay on as a viable character, when he's gone so far beyond a salvageable character. Especially after this past week. He cares nothing about no one, and Ron Perlman's rather flat performance doesn't help matters. Also troubling is how little I'm liking Jax. Sure, he keeps harping on "protecting his family", but aren't the other club members his family too? And in his rush to make himself a nest egg so he could run off with Tara and the kids (because Jax can't be livin' off no wimmins! Neanderthal!), did he stop to consider the shit storm he was going to be leaving to the rest of the club, namely Opie, who he decided should run the club (he didn't bother to mention this to Opie)? It wasn't until this last weeks show that I even saw any turmoil within Jax over this decision.
So, I hope Kurt Sutter has the balls to follow through on what he started this season, and hope we see some important characters go down. Because this shouldn't be a show where a bunch of "red shirts" are the only ones catching bullets.
On a good note, the actors playing Opie, Bobby, Piney, Unser, Juice have never been better.
I decided not to watch Terra Nova after all, when I couldn't get past the annoying teenagers that were infecting my TV screen like a plague of locusts. And I catch Ringer occasionally, but its so awful, I just can't make it priority television.