Um. Wow. That's pretty much all I can say. I wished I could say I was confused by the plot. But I wasn't. It seemed like the same old Glee, but with new characters and the same stories. Be warned. There are spoilers.
What I find that I really don't like about the show is how far they push everything. Everyone is an outcast, and the in-crowd is beyond mean. And every significant male character is gay. Not bad things, but after three years of seeing those stories over and over again, it would be nice to see them do a story they haven't done already. But it IS high school and high school never changes.
Kate Hudson guest starred as Rachel's hell-on-earth, washed-up-has-been dance teacher who is out to get everyone. Especially Rachel. She had a song. What I don't know is if Kate Hudson can actually sing. I should hope so if you're going to have a role on a show that is clearly focused on singing. But I really couldn't tell if it was her, or an audio-corrected version of her.
And Sue has a baby?!? I know she was pregnant last season, but in her first and only scene in this premiere episode, she is there holding her baby. I wonder if this will soften her up or make her harder as a character. I love Sue and I think Jane Lynch is absolutely brilliant. But I wonder if there are plans to add any more depth to her character.
Oh, and poor Blaine. With Kurt being a college freshman, and then leaving to live with Rachel in New York, Blaine is left in the dust. But he IS the NEW Rachel, so I'm sure getting to be the solo-stealing glory hound that Rachel was won't leave him much time to be sad over his older boyfriend.
There are two new characters in the New Directions. The lunch lady's daughter, and Puckerman's half brother. I'm sorry, but I didn't know this was a soap opera. Let's look at the lunch lady's daughter, Marley. She wears Walmart clothes with J. Crew tags sewn on the inside. And everyone makes fun of her mother, the lunch lady, in a very open and insulting manner because her mother is severely overweight. Somehow, they get over the mean gene and get back to being outcasts together and welcome Marley with open arms.
And what about Puckerman's half brother? Who didn't see that coming? Boy who can sing, but has a bad attitude and a chip on his shoulder. Makes me sad because I like Noah, and I would much rather have him there for eye candy than his stereotypical half brother. And of course Mr. Shue takes an immediate liking to him, and hopes that the glee club can have a positive affect on him like it did Noah.
Le sigh.
There was a lot going on in this episode, but at the same time, it wasn't difficult to follow. Actually, I'm surprised at how quickly I was able to fall back into it. It was like it never ended in May.
And the music? Left a little something to be desired. The vocals are amazing as usual, but nothing seemed to stand out or was really that over the top and creative. New York State of Mind did spark a small disagreement between Hubs and me. I said it was a Barbara Streisand song (based on Rachel's reasoning to sing it), but he maintained that it was a Billy Joel song. Needless to say, he was right. And that never happens... when I can help it.
All in all, it wasn't the best episode I've seen, but it certainly wasn't the worst. I am looking forward to seeing what lies ahead for our favorite Glee kids.
What did you think about the premiere? What were some of your favorite or least favorite moments?
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Saturday, August 18, 2012
26 Cult TV Shows
Anyone that knows me knows that I love lists. And this one I found on EW is definitely a good one. And I'm a lover of cult television shows. So that's two good things from this list. And I'm definitely a fan of some of these shows, but there are quite a few I haven't seen yet.
26. Pushing Daisies - This was my first official introduction to Kristen Chenoweth. And I absolutely fell in love with her. Oh, and there's Jim Dale, the narrator of the Harry Potter books on tape, which are awesome. And the thing about this show is that it was on ABC when it probably should have been on HBO or Showtime with how much detail and special effects there were.
25. Archer (2009-present)
24. Better Off Ted (2009-10)
23. Farscape (1993-2003)
22. Party Down (2009-10)
21. Popular (1999-2001) - I actually remember watching this show, and wondering what happened to it. IT seemed like a good enough cult comedy about outcasts. It just didn't last.
20. Supernatural (2005-present) - This has been on my to-watch list for awhile. Especially since my favorite Buffy alums (James Marsters and Charisma Carpenter) feature in a few episodes.
19. Wonder Showzen (2005-06)
18. Fringe (2008-present) - This is another one on my to-watch list. Mostly because I watched and loved the first season, while everyone else (that I knew) berated the show and condemned it for its Friday night time slot.
17. Undeclared (2001-02)
16. Community (2009-present) - First season was awesome, and then it was downhill. There were a few good standalone episodes, but I'm waiting for it to get back to the nitty gritty of the first episodes.
15. Battlestar Galactica (2004-09)
14. Veronica Mars (2004-06) - Talk about dead before its time. LOVE Veronica Mars. And Kristen Bell just makes it that much more awesome.
13. Twin Peaks (1990-91)
12. Firefly (2002) - Best. Show. Ever. Crappy theme song. And it's a work of Joss Whedon, so that should say enough. This failed show got a movie made. And ten years later the most awesome reunion ever.
11. Lost (2004-10)
10. My So-Called Life (1994-95) I watched this in reruns on MTV when it aired. Usually in marathon form. Because who doesn't love moody Claire Danes...?
9. The Comeback (2005)
8. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-94)
7. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005-present)
6. The Wire (2002-08)
5. The X-Files (1993-2002)
4. Mystery Science Theater 3000 (1988, 1989-91)
3. Arrested Development (2003-06, 2013)
2. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2001, 2001-03) This is MY number one show. Of all time. Ever. And it's a work of Joss. So that makes it so much more awesome. This show marks the beginning of my obsession with TV. Thank you Joss Whedon for throwing fuel on the fire.
1. Doctor Who - Always the top of these cult lists. The show has had one tangled, twisty, lengthy 49 year history.
26. Pushing Daisies - This was my first official introduction to Kristen Chenoweth. And I absolutely fell in love with her. Oh, and there's Jim Dale, the narrator of the Harry Potter books on tape, which are awesome. And the thing about this show is that it was on ABC when it probably should have been on HBO or Showtime with how much detail and special effects there were.
25. Archer (2009-present)
24. Better Off Ted (2009-10)
23. Farscape (1993-2003)
22. Party Down (2009-10)
21. Popular (1999-2001) - I actually remember watching this show, and wondering what happened to it. IT seemed like a good enough cult comedy about outcasts. It just didn't last.
20. Supernatural (2005-present) - This has been on my to-watch list for awhile. Especially since my favorite Buffy alums (James Marsters and Charisma Carpenter) feature in a few episodes.
19. Wonder Showzen (2005-06)
18. Fringe (2008-present) - This is another one on my to-watch list. Mostly because I watched and loved the first season, while everyone else (that I knew) berated the show and condemned it for its Friday night time slot.
17. Undeclared (2001-02)
16. Community (2009-present) - First season was awesome, and then it was downhill. There were a few good standalone episodes, but I'm waiting for it to get back to the nitty gritty of the first episodes.
15. Battlestar Galactica (2004-09)
14. Veronica Mars (2004-06) - Talk about dead before its time. LOVE Veronica Mars. And Kristen Bell just makes it that much more awesome.
13. Twin Peaks (1990-91)
12. Firefly (2002) - Best. Show. Ever. Crappy theme song. And it's a work of Joss Whedon, so that should say enough. This failed show got a movie made. And ten years later the most awesome reunion ever.
11. Lost (2004-10)
10. My So-Called Life (1994-95) I watched this in reruns on MTV when it aired. Usually in marathon form. Because who doesn't love moody Claire Danes...?
9. The Comeback (2005)
8. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-94)
7. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005-present)
6. The Wire (2002-08)
5. The X-Files (1993-2002)
4. Mystery Science Theater 3000 (1988, 1989-91)
3. Arrested Development (2003-06, 2013)
2. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2001, 2001-03) This is MY number one show. Of all time. Ever. And it's a work of Joss. So that makes it so much more awesome. This show marks the beginning of my obsession with TV. Thank you Joss Whedon for throwing fuel on the fire.
1. Doctor Who - Always the top of these cult lists. The show has had one tangled, twisty, lengthy 49 year history.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Leverage Season 4 on DVD
Because I didn't have enough to watch with marathoning 'Grey's Anatomy'...
My awesome mom sent me the new season 4 dvd of 'Leverage' and it is awesome. So now my time is torn between watching this and trying to finish the last two seasons of 'Grey's'. And they are both taking up my time.
Some of the really great things about season 4 dvds that the other seasons didn't have:
My awesome mom sent me the new season 4 dvd of 'Leverage' and it is awesome. So now my time is torn between watching this and trying to finish the last two seasons of 'Grey's'. And they are both taking up my time.
Some of the really great things about season 4 dvds that the other seasons didn't have:
- Captions - Hubs and I are obsessed with watching TV with captions. Sometimes it's too see how much the lines and writing changed from one version to the next. Sometimes it's to catch that line we missed because it was delivered too quickly or quietly.
- "Play All" function - not gonna lie. This is probably my favorite. Not that I don't love playing each episode one at a time. Because I do, mostly so I can learn the names of the episodes and don't sound so crazy when I'm trying to make a cool or funny reference to the show and don't know which episode it came from
Besides the dvd features, the episodes are pretty great. There are a few that I wasn't a fan of to begin with, but now that I'm watching them again (and again. and again.) I'm finding things I like about them now that I didn't the first time.
The guest stars in season 4 were so great. My favorite, and 'Buffy' alum, Emma Caufield showed up late in the season as the leader of a grifter ring.
But besides that, it was nice to see some former guest stars come back. Jeri Ryan made an appearance as Tara in an episode where Tara and Sophie finally got to work together. In the same episode, favorite characters Jack Hurley () and Peggy (The Juror #6 Job) showed up and in the end started dating.
The finale saw the best guest stars, foes of our favorite crew, come back to help them out. Hardison's nemesis Chaos, Parker's not-father, and Eliot's almost-twin that nearly kicked his ass that one time. And then Maggie came back as Sophie's sidekick help. So, yeah. It was an awesome finale.
If you're a 'Leverage' fan, I am definitely recommending picking up this season.
Big Bang Theory Star Recovering from Car Accident
Mayim Biyalik of CBS's 'The Big Bang Theory' is said to be recovering after a severe car accident in Hollywood that left her with severe injuries to her left hand.
She was driving alone at the time of the collision, and nearly lost a finger. However, she took to Twitter saying that she will be keeping all her fingers.
Mayim Biyalik was best known for playing Blossom.
She was driving alone at the time of the collision, and nearly lost a finger. However, she took to Twitter saying that she will be keeping all her fingers.
Mayim Biyalik was best known for playing Blossom.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Fall TV Guest Stars
There's nothing better than watching episodes of your favorite tv shows and seeing some pretty awesome guest stars. 'Modern Family' and 'Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23' are two such shows that are expecting some special appearances this fall.
Wendi McLendon-Covey of 'Bridesmaids' is scheduled to guest star as half a a lesbian couple on 'Modern Family' this fall. She is also expected to finish her storyline with David Spade in two episodes on 'Rules of Engagement'.
'Saved by the Bell' alum and current 'Franklin and Bash' star Mark-Paul Gosselar is set to play himself in the 'Dawson's Creek' reunion episode of Apartment 23. You can also expect to see Frankie Muniz play himself in the same episode this fall.
And speaking of awesome reunions, 'Will & Grace' is having one this season, as well. Sean Hayes is going to guest star in a multi-episode arc on 'Smash' this season.
Wendi McLendon-Covey of 'Bridesmaids' is scheduled to guest star as half a a lesbian couple on 'Modern Family' this fall. She is also expected to finish her storyline with David Spade in two episodes on 'Rules of Engagement'.
'Saved by the Bell' alum and current 'Franklin and Bash' star Mark-Paul Gosselar is set to play himself in the 'Dawson's Creek' reunion episode of Apartment 23. You can also expect to see Frankie Muniz play himself in the same episode this fall.
And speaking of awesome reunions, 'Will & Grace' is having one this season, as well. Sean Hayes is going to guest star in a multi-episode arc on 'Smash' this season.
Who would you like to see guest star in your favorite shows this fall?
Thursday, August 9, 2012
The Obligatory Post About the Olympics
I don't remember ever really caring about the Olympics. I remember having watched them a few times, but just because everyone else was. And there are some Olympic events I just don't understand. Like gymnastics. I don't fully understand gymnastics. But rhythmic gymnastics? I'm totally baffled.
Then there's water polo. And synchronized diving.
But for some reason, the Olympics keeps bringing people back year after year. And my lack of understanding about the Olympics, I found a list of 10 bizarre Olympic events.
10. Tug-of-War. Um, what? This started at the 1900 Summer Olympic Games, and was discontinued after the 1920 Olympics. As if that wasn't bizarre enough, the American team really isn't accounted for. They either never competed, or they were disqualified.
9. Hot Air Ballooning. Again, I question this. Initially, it was considered a demonstration sport, and at the time was the only aerial sport in the Olympics. Elevation, distance, and duration were all things that were judged.
8. Firefighting and Lifesaving. I'm just as a big of a fireman fan as the next person, but I would like to know how this really worked. And for the record, it was never an official event. Although you will see paramedics and professional lifesavers on the sidelines today for those just in case moments.
7. Pole Dancing. This one is currently being petitioned to become an official event. I don't think I've ever seen this on the roster before.
6. Solo Synchronized Swimming. I didn't know this was possible. But apparently it existed from 1984 until 1992. Considering the definition of "synchronized," I find this hard to believe.
5. Skeleton. I don't even know what this is. Apparently, you hurl yourself, bobsled style, face first down some alley. I won't be doing this anytime soon.
4. Ski Jumping. This one doesn't sound so bad. In fact, it sounds incredibly normal. Except it's very daredevilly. It started in 1924, and involves launching straight up and seeing what happens next, pretty much.
3. Curling. I'm pretty sure the Simpsons made this look easy in a recent episode. But honestly, curling is glorified floor sweeping. And I haven't seen it yet during this Olympics.
2. Biathlon. This has been part of the games since 1960. And the name makes it sound like is the younger sibling of the triathlon, with two events instead of three to test endurance. What you really do is go cross-country skiing with a rifle and shoot stuff while you ski. I think.
1. Pentathlon. Instead of working on two totally different activities, you are working on five. This started as a men's competition, and women were inducted in 2000. Initially, it involved a man on horseback who had to fence, run, swim and shoot. Now it involves fencing your opponents, swimming 200 meters, riding a strange horse through 12 jumps you've never done before, and then running and shooting. Seriously.
There you have it. 10 bizarre Olympic events. You can find this list (minus my awesome commentary) and full article here.
Then there's water polo. And synchronized diving.
But for some reason, the Olympics keeps bringing people back year after year. And my lack of understanding about the Olympics, I found a list of 10 bizarre Olympic events.
10. Tug-of-War. Um, what? This started at the 1900 Summer Olympic Games, and was discontinued after the 1920 Olympics. As if that wasn't bizarre enough, the American team really isn't accounted for. They either never competed, or they were disqualified.
9. Hot Air Ballooning. Again, I question this. Initially, it was considered a demonstration sport, and at the time was the only aerial sport in the Olympics. Elevation, distance, and duration were all things that were judged.
8. Firefighting and Lifesaving. I'm just as a big of a fireman fan as the next person, but I would like to know how this really worked. And for the record, it was never an official event. Although you will see paramedics and professional lifesavers on the sidelines today for those just in case moments.
7. Pole Dancing. This one is currently being petitioned to become an official event. I don't think I've ever seen this on the roster before.
6. Solo Synchronized Swimming. I didn't know this was possible. But apparently it existed from 1984 until 1992. Considering the definition of "synchronized," I find this hard to believe.
5. Skeleton. I don't even know what this is. Apparently, you hurl yourself, bobsled style, face first down some alley. I won't be doing this anytime soon.
4. Ski Jumping. This one doesn't sound so bad. In fact, it sounds incredibly normal. Except it's very daredevilly. It started in 1924, and involves launching straight up and seeing what happens next, pretty much.
3. Curling. I'm pretty sure the Simpsons made this look easy in a recent episode. But honestly, curling is glorified floor sweeping. And I haven't seen it yet during this Olympics.
2. Biathlon. This has been part of the games since 1960. And the name makes it sound like is the younger sibling of the triathlon, with two events instead of three to test endurance. What you really do is go cross-country skiing with a rifle and shoot stuff while you ski. I think.
1. Pentathlon. Instead of working on two totally different activities, you are working on five. This started as a men's competition, and women were inducted in 2000. Initially, it involved a man on horseback who had to fence, run, swim and shoot. Now it involves fencing your opponents, swimming 200 meters, riding a strange horse through 12 jumps you've never done before, and then running and shooting. Seriously.
There you have it. 10 bizarre Olympic events. You can find this list (minus my awesome commentary) and full article here.
What Olympic events do you think are silly? Which ones are you favorites? What would you like to see in the future?
Who Makes What on TV
Anyone who knows me knows I love a good list. And there's nothing better than nitpicking over what kind of money celebrities make and whether or not they deserve it.
TV Guide has an abbreviated list, and their full list can be found in the latest issue of TV Guide magazine.
The top earners on TV today are (these are in no particular order):
Mark Harmon (NCIS)
Ashton Kutcher (Two and a Half Men)
David Letterman (Late Night with David Letterman)
Judy Sheindlin (Judge Judy)
Mariah Carey (American Idol)
Matt Lauer
I have a few problems with this list. Mostly in the form of Ashton Kutcher. Sure, he came in to "save" Two and a Half Men, but does that REALLY warrant making $700,000 per episode? In my opinion, it doesn't. Two and a Half really struggled last season, and in September they are changing nights and times, using the Big Bang Theory as a lead in, in hopes to help theie ratings.
Speaking of TBBT, Kaley Cuoco appeared on TV Guide's list making $300,000 per episode. While that's great for her, I'm a little surprised Jim Parsons didn't outrank her.
The adult cast of Modern Family just went through negotiations to increase their per episode rate, which ended up being around $175,000 per episode.
Check out the full list in the current issue of TV Guide magazine.
TV Guide has an abbreviated list, and their full list can be found in the latest issue of TV Guide magazine.
The top earners on TV today are (these are in no particular order):
Mark Harmon (NCIS)
Ashton Kutcher (Two and a Half Men)
David Letterman (Late Night with David Letterman)
Judy Sheindlin (Judge Judy)
Mariah Carey (American Idol)
Matt Lauer
I have a few problems with this list. Mostly in the form of Ashton Kutcher. Sure, he came in to "save" Two and a Half Men, but does that REALLY warrant making $700,000 per episode? In my opinion, it doesn't. Two and a Half really struggled last season, and in September they are changing nights and times, using the Big Bang Theory as a lead in, in hopes to help theie ratings.
Speaking of TBBT, Kaley Cuoco appeared on TV Guide's list making $300,000 per episode. While that's great for her, I'm a little surprised Jim Parsons didn't outrank her.
The adult cast of Modern Family just went through negotiations to increase their per episode rate, which ended up being around $175,000 per episode.
Check out the full list in the current issue of TV Guide magazine.
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