"I've got the magic ingredient. It's called Splenda."
Oh, Criminal Minds, you lovely, lovely show. ♥ After what seemed like an eternity, we finally got a new episode yesterday, and although it definitely had its groan-worthy moments (I'm looking at you, blonde-haired press liaison), I'd say that Emily's attitude throughout the whole thing saved the day. And she's so in love with JJ, it's not even funny.
- The romani episode was creepy, but damn, so was this one. Embalming your victims while they're still alive and then having sex with them? Yeah, pretty sick, I'd say. They actually get away with a lot on this show (in terms of American network television).
- JJ, what the hell? I know you recently had a baby, but why did it turn you into a complete weirdo? Or, I don't know, maybe it makes sense on some level that she'd go to see the psychic, her being the only non-profiler of the team after all. But where did she leave the baby? No, Will does not exist.
- Necrophilia is gross.
- Cybill Shepherd has a much smaller role in the episode than I thought she'd have. She is great as the emotionally crippled woman, though.
JJ's hair. She cut it. Hmm...
She looks...younger, maybe. It's not as radical a change as Emily's a year ago, but I still don't like it when people change their hair styles.
But Emily. Emily, Emily, Emily. Damn, I love you to pieces! She's all snarky and bitchy and sulky throughout the episode, which is totally brilliant. All in all, the entire scene of the team in the bullpen is worth capping, because it's just perfect in so many ways.
It all starts with Garcia reading the horoscopes and Morgan & Emily being extremely skeptical about them.
Garcia: [reading Kevin's horoscope] Current influences should turn this day into one with plenty of potential, but avoid the trap of trying too hard. Know your strengths, rely on them. Confidence, real or pretend, is your magic ingredient.
Morgan: Come on guys, you don't actually think there's anything to this stuff, do you?
Kevin: You'd be surprised.
Emily: It's gibberish.
Snarky remark count: 1.
Garcia: You're just jealous because you don't have the magic ingredient.
Emily: [deadpan] I have the magic ingredient. It's called Splenda.
Snarky remark count: 2.
Garcia then tricks Reid into revealing Emily's birthday (she's Libra) and proceeds to read her entry. Emily's (almost bitchy) facial expressions win at life. And I love the way she plays with the spoon in her hand.
Garcia: Libra, I should've known. [starts reading] A romantic opportunity may experience a slight hitch thanks to the pesky lunar influence which could have you dipping into a rather chilly mood. If being demonstrative and warm is difficult, then neutralise this temporary cold fret with a simple but affectionate gesture.
Emily then responds in a way I never in a million years expected her to. And it's the best thing EVER.
Emily: I have a simple gesture.
[Emily gives them the finger]
Snarky remark count: 3.
Glorious! I cracked up so hard when I first saw that. Obviously, they don't show it, but we know exactly what she's doing. Have I mentioned lately that I'm utterly in love with this woman?
Anyway, JJ then turns up, all perky and cheerful. Is it me, or does she sound a bit fake the whole way through?
So yeah, Garcia spots JJ's new ring.
Garcia: *reaching towards JJ's hand*
Emily: Oh, hey, that's new, isn't it?
JJ: Yeah, a citrine, it's Henry's birth stone. Will and I both got one.
Well, fuck me.
Emily seems to think the same, because good Lord, could she be more obvious?
Not a smile. Nothing. Absolutely frigging nothing. Ring any bells, people? It's so obvious what Emily really thinks about the whole thing.
It's also interesting how they all turn to look at Emily, as if they all suddenly go "damn, awkwaaaard!" inside. The pissed off look on Emily's face doesn't change, not even when JJ moves on, quite the contrary: there's even a small head shake.
Emily is completely in love with JJ. It's painfully obvious. And I'd love to know if all this is done on purpose, because honestly? In normal circumstances you would at least smile when someone shows you a new ring. Even Emily's "Oh, that's new, isn't it?" comment sort of drops at the end, like she suddenly realises the new accessory must have something to do with Will.
At least the ring wasn't in JJ's left hand.
It's fascinating how Emily's pretty much bitchy throughout the entire episode. She just looks annoyed most of the time. Yes, she's forced to work with JJ again, someone she wants, but can't have. I'd be moody, too, if I were her.
Of course, Emily makes moody and bitchy look incredibly hot.
GUH. ♥
Other points of interest: Emily doesn't get embalming and wants to be cremated. I'm so with her on that one. Have you seen the pictures of Lenin's embalmed body? Gross.
Anyway, I'd say that the future episodes will be extremely fascinating to watch. Will is going to disappear from the picture eventually, I'm sure of it, but meanwhile, it'll be interesting to see how Emily & JJ interact.
So yes, like everyone already knows, Stephanie March is making an appearance on Law & Order: SVU again soon, and this brand new picture actually makes me rather very excited about the whole thing. Damn you, Dick Wolf, damn you! You did the one thing that would get me to watch again (well, apart from Olivia coming out of the closet - something that should've happened years ago). EVIL.
In other, non-fandom related news, I have another essay due next week. Do. not. want. Yep, that's pretty much what I'll be doing the next three days. So much fun, I tell you.
Finally, the video of the day:
I don't know why this always amuses me so much. Crude humour and a ridiculous "plot". But damn, I laugh every single time.
- The romani episode was creepy, but damn, so was this one. Embalming your victims while they're still alive and then having sex with them? Yeah, pretty sick, I'd say. They actually get away with a lot on this show (in terms of American network television).
- JJ, what the hell? I know you recently had a baby, but why did it turn you into a complete weirdo? Or, I don't know, maybe it makes sense on some level that she'd go to see the psychic, her being the only non-profiler of the team after all. But where did she leave the baby? No, Will does not exist.
- Necrophilia is gross.
- Cybill Shepherd has a much smaller role in the episode than I thought she'd have. She is great as the emotionally crippled woman, though.
JJ's hair. She cut it. Hmm...
She looks...younger, maybe. It's not as radical a change as Emily's a year ago, but I still don't like it when people change their hair styles.
But Emily. Emily, Emily, Emily. Damn, I love you to pieces! She's all snarky and bitchy and sulky throughout the episode, which is totally brilliant. All in all, the entire scene of the team in the bullpen is worth capping, because it's just perfect in so many ways.
It all starts with Garcia reading the horoscopes and Morgan & Emily being extremely skeptical about them.
Garcia: [reading Kevin's horoscope] Current influences should turn this day into one with plenty of potential, but avoid the trap of trying too hard. Know your strengths, rely on them. Confidence, real or pretend, is your magic ingredient.
Morgan: Come on guys, you don't actually think there's anything to this stuff, do you?
Kevin: You'd be surprised.
Emily: It's gibberish.
Snarky remark count: 1.
Garcia: You're just jealous because you don't have the magic ingredient.
Emily: [deadpan] I have the magic ingredient. It's called Splenda.
Snarky remark count: 2.
Garcia then tricks Reid into revealing Emily's birthday (she's Libra) and proceeds to read her entry. Emily's (almost bitchy) facial expressions win at life. And I love the way she plays with the spoon in her hand.
Garcia: Libra, I should've known. [starts reading] A romantic opportunity may experience a slight hitch thanks to the pesky lunar influence which could have you dipping into a rather chilly mood. If being demonstrative and warm is difficult, then neutralise this temporary cold fret with a simple but affectionate gesture.
Emily then responds in a way I never in a million years expected her to. And it's the best thing EVER.
Emily: I have a simple gesture.
[Emily gives them the finger]
Snarky remark count: 3.
Glorious! I cracked up so hard when I first saw that. Obviously, they don't show it, but we know exactly what she's doing. Have I mentioned lately that I'm utterly in love with this woman?
Anyway, JJ then turns up, all perky and cheerful. Is it me, or does she sound a bit fake the whole way through?
So yeah, Garcia spots JJ's new ring.
Garcia: *reaching towards JJ's hand*
Emily: Oh, hey, that's new, isn't it?
JJ: Yeah, a citrine, it's Henry's birth stone. Will and I both got one.
Well, fuck me.
Emily seems to think the same, because good Lord, could she be more obvious?
Not a smile. Nothing. Absolutely frigging nothing. Ring any bells, people? It's so obvious what Emily really thinks about the whole thing.
It's also interesting how they all turn to look at Emily, as if they all suddenly go "damn, awkwaaaard!" inside. The pissed off look on Emily's face doesn't change, not even when JJ moves on, quite the contrary: there's even a small head shake.
Emily is completely in love with JJ. It's painfully obvious. And I'd love to know if all this is done on purpose, because honestly? In normal circumstances you would at least smile when someone shows you a new ring. Even Emily's "Oh, that's new, isn't it?" comment sort of drops at the end, like she suddenly realises the new accessory must have something to do with Will.
At least the ring wasn't in JJ's left hand.
It's fascinating how Emily's pretty much bitchy throughout the entire episode. She just looks annoyed most of the time. Yes, she's forced to work with JJ again, someone she wants, but can't have. I'd be moody, too, if I were her.
Of course, Emily makes moody and bitchy look incredibly hot.
GUH. ♥
Other points of interest: Emily doesn't get embalming and wants to be cremated. I'm so with her on that one. Have you seen the pictures of Lenin's embalmed body? Gross.
Anyway, I'd say that the future episodes will be extremely fascinating to watch. Will is going to disappear from the picture eventually, I'm sure of it, but meanwhile, it'll be interesting to see how Emily & JJ interact.
So yes, like everyone already knows, Stephanie March is making an appearance on Law & Order: SVU again soon, and this brand new picture actually makes me rather very excited about the whole thing. Damn you, Dick Wolf, damn you! You did the one thing that would get me to watch again (well, apart from Olivia coming out of the closet - something that should've happened years ago). EVIL.
In other, non-fandom related news, I have another essay due next week. Do. not. want. Yep, that's pretty much what I'll be doing the next three days. So much fun, I tell you.
Finally, the video of the day:
Click to viewI don't know why this always amuses me so much. Crude humour and a ridiculous "plot". But damn, I laugh every single time.