Tuesday's tallies:
8 pm/ET
American Idol Rat-Packed in an audience of 22.54 million total viewers, dipping 700K week-to-week. Part 1 of NCIS' spin-off set-up scored second with 16.32 mil, a drop of 7 percent.
The Biggest Loser averaged 9.43 mil over its two-hour run, its largest audience since Feb. 3. Lagging far behind ABC's According to Jims, Reaper plunged 26 percent, to 1.82 mil.
9 pm
The Mentalist topped the hour with 16.9 million viewers, up 155 thou from its last fresh outing. Dancing with the Stars' results show followed with14.27 mil. At 10.6 mil, Fringe was up a hair from last week.
90210, meanwhile, sank 19 percent to hit an all-time low of 1.8 mil. That's right, 90210 got a Season 2 pick-up in February, yet Privileged is on the bubble. Join me in some head-scratching.
10 pm
Without a Trace was No. 1 with an audience of 12.35 million (down 800K), but SVU (10.5 mil, surging 16 percent) dominated in the demos. In fact, Stabler and Benson copped their best 18-49 numbers since Jan. 6, and their second-best such demos of the season.
ABC's Cupid targeted 6.16 mil, down 440K and suffering significant tune-out over the hour.
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2009年4月29日星期三
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We have an exclusive special feature clip from the upcoming DVD set Boston Legal: Season 5, which brings the final season of the series to DVD in a four-disc set on May 5. Click below for an exclusive look at one of the special features on the set which takes a look at the intriguing relationship between James Spader's Alan and William Shatner's Denny.
Everyone deserves his or her day in court. In fact, some people deserve more than one. Take the attorneys of Crane Poole & Schmidt, whose unquestionable legal brilliance is matched only by the outrageous instability of their personal lives. It's a chaotic world where sexual harassment, extortion, kidnapping and attempted murder all comes with the territory... and those are just the attorneys!
Special Features:
- Denny and Alan: "Friends to the End"
- "Denny's Daughter: The Untold Story with Introduction by Executive Producer/Director Bill D'Elia"
- Closing Statement: The "Boston Legal" Series Finale
- Stricken From The Record! - Deleted Scenes with Introductions by Executive Producer/Director Bill D'Elia
Everyone deserves his or her day in court. In fact, some people deserve more than one. Take the attorneys of Crane Poole & Schmidt, whose unquestionable legal brilliance is matched only by the outrageous instability of their personal lives. It's a chaotic world where sexual harassment, extortion, kidnapping and attempted murder all comes with the territory... and those are just the attorneys!
Special Features:
- Denny and Alan: "Friends to the End"
- "Denny's Daughter: The Untold Story with Introduction by Executive Producer/Director Bill D'Elia"
- Closing Statement: The "Boston Legal" Series Finale
- Stricken From The Record! - Deleted Scenes with Introductions by Executive Producer/Director Bill D'Elia
Young Merlin works magic in Camelot
A reworking of the ancient legend of the wizard and the king borrows from the Smallville style, writes Michael Idato.
SUPERMAN soared from the destruction of Krypton, Wonder Woman from the ancient Amazon city-state of Paradise Island and Batman from the crime-soaked alleys of Gotham City. Such "origin stories", as they are called in the comic-book vernacular, are compelling because they mark ordinary mortals for future greatness, says Merlin co-producer Julian Murphy.
"Something about these people marks them out from the rest of their world, there is something unique and special about them, and somehow that is tied to their origin," he says. The big-budget adventure TV series Merlin, which Murphy has co-produced with Johnny Capps, is the origin story of the future King Arthur and the wizard Merlin, a sort of Malory-meets-Smallville pitched at a family audience.
"But I think Johnny is right when he says we're probably more influenced by something like Smallville than we are by something like Malory, because I think the struggle is to make this contemporary, and this is a story before all of that happened, we're trying to see them grow up and that dramatic truth is just as important as what follows."
SUPERMAN soared from the destruction of Krypton, Wonder Woman from the ancient Amazon city-state of Paradise Island and Batman from the crime-soaked alleys of Gotham City. Such "origin stories", as they are called in the comic-book vernacular, are compelling because they mark ordinary mortals for future greatness, says Merlin co-producer Julian Murphy.
"Something about these people marks them out from the rest of their world, there is something unique and special about them, and somehow that is tied to their origin," he says. The big-budget adventure TV series Merlin, which Murphy has co-produced with Johnny Capps, is the origin story of the future King Arthur and the wizard Merlin, a sort of Malory-meets-Smallville pitched at a family audience.
"But I think Johnny is right when he says we're probably more influenced by something like Smallville than we are by something like Malory, because I think the struggle is to make this contemporary, and this is a story before all of that happened, we're trying to see them grow up and that dramatic truth is just as important as what follows."
Thrilling Star Trek Promo Spots! Plus Your First Look At Leonard Nimoy In Fringe!
New Star Trek TV spots include fresh moments of Kirk badassery. Also, Common talks Terminator Salvation, and Fringe pics include your first Nimoy sighting.Supernatural pics show Dean in paradise. Plus Caprica, Lost and Chuck spoilers.
Star Trek:
Here are three new TV spots. To be honest, only the third one (#11) seemed to have any new footage, but that's some bracing stuff. Including Kirk saying we've seen what Nero's weapon did to Vulcan, and Earth is next. Also, Pike says Kirk can go to Starfleet Academy and become an officer within four years, and Kirk says he'll do it in three. [TrekMovie]
Star Trek:
Here are three new TV spots. To be honest, only the third one (#11) seemed to have any new footage, but that's some bracing stuff. Including Kirk saying we've seen what Nero's weapon did to Vulcan, and Earth is next. Also, Pike says Kirk can go to Starfleet Academy and become an officer within four years, and Kirk says he'll do it in three. [TrekMovie]
INUYASHA SEVENTH SEASON BOX SET
The animation still boasts the same production quality it has since the very first season. The rich color palate, supernatural elements, and stunning action has made it an outstanding series visually throughout. The final battles in particular and their emotional aftermaths were beautifully animated, displaying new nuances in the final moments of the series as the characters. The anime also has a new opening theme song “Angelus” sung by Hitomi Shimatani. There is a special ending song to the final two-part episode called “My Will” by dream.
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EXTRAS:
Bonus features includes textless opening and ending animation, special Inuyasha footage feature from the original Japanese broadcast and a feature original to the English release. The first is Down the Well: Inside the Feudal Fairy tale which looks at the foundation of the mythological and supernatural aspects of the show. The second Inuyasha special feature is a series of video interviews with the English voice cast at the Inuyasha Wrap Party. Voice actors include Richard Ian Cox (Inuyasha), Moneca Stori (Kagome), Kelly Sheridan (Sango), and more.
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EXTRAS:
Bonus features includes textless opening and ending animation, special Inuyasha footage feature from the original Japanese broadcast and a feature original to the English release. The first is Down the Well: Inside the Feudal Fairy tale which looks at the foundation of the mythological and supernatural aspects of the show. The second Inuyasha special feature is a series of video interviews with the English voice cast at the Inuyasha Wrap Party. Voice actors include Richard Ian Cox (Inuyasha), Moneca Stori (Kagome), Kelly Sheridan (Sango), and more.
2009年4月27日星期一
Spoiler Chat: What Happens in the Lost Finale?
What will the Lost finale reveal about the godforsaken Jack-Kate-Sawyer-Juliet love quadrangle?
Does Izzie's mother save her baby girl's life with just one quick visit to Grey's Anatomy?
Does Chuck ditch Blair in the Gossip Girl finale again?! And who dies on 90210?
Read on for the answers to these Q's and many more in this week's fabulous Spoiler Chat!
Stella in Calif.: What can you tell us about Audrina Partridge's new reality show? She's my favorite on The Hills.
Does Izzie's mother save her baby girl's life with just one quick visit to Grey's Anatomy?
Does Chuck ditch Blair in the Gossip Girl finale again?! And who dies on 90210?
Read on for the answers to these Q's and many more in this week's fabulous Spoiler Chat!
Stella in Calif.: What can you tell us about Audrina Partridge's new reality show? She's my favorite on The Hills.
Some Season Finale Dates For (Mostly) High Rated Shows
1. Heroes (April 27, NBC)
2. Private Practice (April 30, ABC)
3. Scrubs (May 6, ABC)
4. Lost (May 13, ABC)
5. CSI (May 14, CBS)
6. Grey’s Anatomy (May 14, ABC)
7. The Office (May 14, NBC)
8. Saturday Night Live (May 16, NBC)
9. Desperate Housewives (May 17, ABC)
10. 24 (May 18, Fox)
11. Dancing with the Stars (May 19, ABC)
12. NCIS (May 19, CBS)
13. 90210 (May 19, CW)
14. American Idol (May 20, Fox)
15. CSI: NY (May 20, CBS)
16. Breaking Bad (May 31, AMC)
2. Private Practice (April 30, ABC)
3. Scrubs (May 6, ABC)
4. Lost (May 13, ABC)
5. CSI (May 14, CBS)
6. Grey’s Anatomy (May 14, ABC)
7. The Office (May 14, NBC)
8. Saturday Night Live (May 16, NBC)
9. Desperate Housewives (May 17, ABC)
10. 24 (May 18, Fox)
11. Dancing with the Stars (May 19, ABC)
12. NCIS (May 19, CBS)
13. 90210 (May 19, CW)
14. American Idol (May 20, Fox)
15. CSI: NY (May 20, CBS)
16. Breaking Bad (May 31, AMC)
This Week
Chuck "Chuck Versus the Ring" (2x22). In the Season 2 finale, Ellie and Awesome's wedding day arrives, but Chuck must spring into action to save his sister from evil Fulcrum forces and one Ted Roark (Chevy Chase). Guest stars include Scott Bakula, Morgan Fairchild, Bruce Boxleitner and Tony Hale.
Heroes "An Invisible Thread" (3x25). Nathan takes on Sylar in order to shield the president in the third-season finale. Elsewhere, Hiro discovers unexpected side effects from recovering his ability, and Matt takes extreme measures to protect his family.
Medium "The Devil Inside: Part 2" (5x12). Conclusion. Allison continues to be mercilessly persecuted by her demonic stalker, who even penetrates her visions, making her an unreliable source during an investigation into serial killings. Meanwhile, Joe tries to save his company by exploiting Marie's newfound gift of predicting stock movement.
Reaper "No Reaper Left Behind" (2x09). The Devil sends Sam an attractive tutor (Simone Kessell) to train him for the end times, but Sam plans to seduce her to gain information about how to defeat Satan. Meanwhile, Nina decides to take revenge against Ben and Sock.
Fringe "Midnight" (1x18). When a serial killer is draining victims of spinal fluid, the investigation by Olivia, Peter and Walter leads to a scientist who may be linked to a ZFT cell of bioterrorists.
Smallville "Beast" (8x20). Clark discovers Davis is alive and confronts Chloe about her role in hiding him. Meanwhile, Oliver and Jimmy are attacked by Davis at Chloe's apartment.
Supernatural "The Rapture" (4x20). Castiel visits Dean in a dream and tells him he has important news. Dean and Sam set out on a search for Castiel, only to find his human vessel, Jimmy, who yearns for a normal life and to return to his family.
Ghost Whisperer "Cursed" (4x21). A girl's dollhouse is haunted by ghosts.
Dollhouse "Briar Rose" (1x11). Alan Tudyk guest stars as the Dollhouse designer, who finds himself the focus of Ballard's investigation. Meanwhile, Echo helps a young girl cope with her painful past; Adelle searches the attic for answers; and Alpha reveals himself.
Legend of the Seeker "Cursed" (1x19). King Gregor persuades Shota the sorcerer to transform him into a vicious beast at sundown each day so he can protect his realm from the D'Harans. But that viciousness takes an unintended---and tragic---turn, leading to a dilemma for Richard.
Heroes "An Invisible Thread" (3x25). Nathan takes on Sylar in order to shield the president in the third-season finale. Elsewhere, Hiro discovers unexpected side effects from recovering his ability, and Matt takes extreme measures to protect his family.
Medium "The Devil Inside: Part 2" (5x12). Conclusion. Allison continues to be mercilessly persecuted by her demonic stalker, who even penetrates her visions, making her an unreliable source during an investigation into serial killings. Meanwhile, Joe tries to save his company by exploiting Marie's newfound gift of predicting stock movement.
Reaper "No Reaper Left Behind" (2x09). The Devil sends Sam an attractive tutor (Simone Kessell) to train him for the end times, but Sam plans to seduce her to gain information about how to defeat Satan. Meanwhile, Nina decides to take revenge against Ben and Sock.
Fringe "Midnight" (1x18). When a serial killer is draining victims of spinal fluid, the investigation by Olivia, Peter and Walter leads to a scientist who may be linked to a ZFT cell of bioterrorists.
Smallville "Beast" (8x20). Clark discovers Davis is alive and confronts Chloe about her role in hiding him. Meanwhile, Oliver and Jimmy are attacked by Davis at Chloe's apartment.
Supernatural "The Rapture" (4x20). Castiel visits Dean in a dream and tells him he has important news. Dean and Sam set out on a search for Castiel, only to find his human vessel, Jimmy, who yearns for a normal life and to return to his family.
Ghost Whisperer "Cursed" (4x21). A girl's dollhouse is haunted by ghosts.
Dollhouse "Briar Rose" (1x11). Alan Tudyk guest stars as the Dollhouse designer, who finds himself the focus of Ballard's investigation. Meanwhile, Echo helps a young girl cope with her painful past; Adelle searches the attic for answers; and Alpha reveals himself.
Legend of the Seeker "Cursed" (1x19). King Gregor persuades Shota the sorcerer to transform him into a vicious beast at sundown each day so he can protect his realm from the D'Harans. But that viciousness takes an unintended---and tragic---turn, leading to a dilemma for Richard.
Lions Gate turns to Relativity Media to fill movie pipeline
With backing from the New York-based hedge fund Elliott Associates, Relativity has been stepping up its plans to produce eight to 10 movies a year. The company recently acquired the horror-thriller label Rogue Pictures from Universal Pictures for a reported $150 million.
The first Relativity title to be released under the new deal is "Brothers," about the rivalry and redemption of two brothers in love with the same woman, starring Tobey Maguire, Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie Portman and directed by Jim Sheridan. The film will come out this fall, followed by the supernatural thriller "Season of the Witch," starring Nicolas Cage and Ron Perlman, and the action-comedy "The Spy Next Door," with Jackie Chan. Both of those pictures are currently in post-production and are expected to be released before the end of Lions Gate's fiscal year in March 2010.
After two down quarters of under-performing movies, Lions Gate came back with three hits in its latest earning period, "Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail," "The Haunting in Connecticut" and "My Bloody Valentine 3D." However, the studio's current release "Crank 2: High Voltage" is lacking box office fire power.
The first Relativity title to be released under the new deal is "Brothers," about the rivalry and redemption of two brothers in love with the same woman, starring Tobey Maguire, Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie Portman and directed by Jim Sheridan. The film will come out this fall, followed by the supernatural thriller "Season of the Witch," starring Nicolas Cage and Ron Perlman, and the action-comedy "The Spy Next Door," with Jackie Chan. Both of those pictures are currently in post-production and are expected to be released before the end of Lions Gate's fiscal year in March 2010.
After two down quarters of under-performing movies, Lions Gate came back with three hits in its latest earning period, "Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail," "The Haunting in Connecticut" and "My Bloody Valentine 3D." However, the studio's current release "Crank 2: High Voltage" is lacking box office fire power.
CBS moving 'Harper's Island' to Saturday death slot
The series was only intended to last one season, but I'm guessing CBS was hoping for one solid, ratings-healthy season. Sadly for them, no such luck.
"Harper's Island" debuted just two and a half weeks ago, however it hasn't been performing quite up to par -- averaging roughly seven million viewers on Thursday nights -- and, word is, its 10 remaining episodes will play out on Saturdays because of it.
Cast member Jim Beaver -- whom you may know better from The CW's "Supernatural" -- posted this news on his Facebook page today: "just found out that CBS is moving 'Harper's Island' to Saturdays at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) starting this week."
Though CBS hasn't yet confirmed the time slot change, Beaver -- who was also first to let us know, via Facebook, when "Supernatural" and "X-Files" director Kim Manners passed away -- seems to be a pretty good source of info.
So, thoughts on the move? Are you enjoying "Harper's" now? Will you follow it to Saturday, even though no one really watches TV that night of the week anymore?
UPDATE: CBS has since confirmed that "Harper's Island" will move to Saturdays at 9 on May 2nd. A rerun "Criminal Minds" will fill its former Thursday slot.
"Harper's Island" debuted just two and a half weeks ago, however it hasn't been performing quite up to par -- averaging roughly seven million viewers on Thursday nights -- and, word is, its 10 remaining episodes will play out on Saturdays because of it.
Cast member Jim Beaver -- whom you may know better from The CW's "Supernatural" -- posted this news on his Facebook page today: "just found out that CBS is moving 'Harper's Island' to Saturdays at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) starting this week."
Though CBS hasn't yet confirmed the time slot change, Beaver -- who was also first to let us know, via Facebook, when "Supernatural" and "X-Files" director Kim Manners passed away -- seems to be a pretty good source of info.
So, thoughts on the move? Are you enjoying "Harper's" now? Will you follow it to Saturday, even though no one really watches TV that night of the week anymore?
UPDATE: CBS has since confirmed that "Harper's Island" will move to Saturdays at 9 on May 2nd. A rerun "Criminal Minds" will fill its former Thursday slot.
2009年4月24日星期五
'Smallville' 8.20 Preview: Chloe Escapes With Davis
Chloe makes a decision that will change her friendship with Clark forever. Clark discovers that Davis is still alive and confronts Chloe about protecting him. The Thursday, April 30 episode of "Smallville" is called "Beast". Louis Febre who composes for the series twitted, "Beast is d-a-r-k."
Clark discovers that Davis did not die from the kryptonite exposure, and that he is taking Chloe out of town to escape from the people. Meanwhile, Oliver finds Jimmy breaking into Chloe's apartment. But things get rapidly worse after Davis jumps from the shadows and attacks both of them.
On the fate of Chloe in the upcoming episodes and the next season, executive producers Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders answer questions from E! Online. "It's a scary future for Chloe Sullivan because you never know what's going to happen because of that exact fact," Souders said, before adding "All we can say is her tragic arc has a very tragic ending this year".
Clark discovers that Davis did not die from the kryptonite exposure, and that he is taking Chloe out of town to escape from the people. Meanwhile, Oliver finds Jimmy breaking into Chloe's apartment. But things get rapidly worse after Davis jumps from the shadows and attacks both of them.
On the fate of Chloe in the upcoming episodes and the next season, executive producers Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders answer questions from E! Online. "It's a scary future for Chloe Sullivan because you never know what's going to happen because of that exact fact," Souders said, before adding "All we can say is her tragic arc has a very tragic ending this year".
Smallville: Will Chloe Survive?
Smallville has taken a dark turn this season, especially with the introduction of Doomsday (Sam Witwer), who is the only DC villain able to kill Superman. That would seem like a rough break for Tom Welling, except that Clark Kent is not one of the two characters kicking the bucket in the season finale.
Fellow fan favorite Chloe Sullivan (Allison Mack), on the other hand, has been considered very much in the line of fire, especially since producers tell us next season's stories line up closely with the DC mythology—the same Superman mythology that does not include Chloe Sullivan.
However, there's hope on the horizon! Executive producers Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders tease some upcoming storylines for Chloe that could land her in the Watchtower next season, instead of a grave.
That's not the case for two other characters on Smallville who will be saying goodbye for good, and Brian teases there may actually be a third death. Plus, find out why Lois (Erica Durance) and Clark fans can expect to squee in the finale...
Are Clark and Doomsday throwing down in the finale?
Brian Peterson: It's what everybody has probably been watching for the whole season. There will be a big throwdown between Doomsday and Clark.
Kelly Souders: Clark meets his match.
How does Chloe come between Clark and Davis?
K.S.: I think Chloe takes a very integral part in trying to keep the two fated nemeses apart from each other. It's hard; trouble just seems to find Clark Kent.
B.P.: We want the audience to ask the question, Is Chloe doing this because she's starting to fall for Davis, or is Chloe doing this because she's really protecting Clark? I think we walk that line pretty carefully, I hope.
Let's talk about the major death. Is it two people dying, or maybe one is just leaving the show?
K.S.: I will say it's Smallville, anything can happen, but I don't expect a dry eye in the house. It's not one of those things where someone just goes down and walks out of it the next minute, unfortunately. There's a lot of doom in Doomsday.
Fellow fan favorite Chloe Sullivan (Allison Mack), on the other hand, has been considered very much in the line of fire, especially since producers tell us next season's stories line up closely with the DC mythology—the same Superman mythology that does not include Chloe Sullivan.
However, there's hope on the horizon! Executive producers Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders tease some upcoming storylines for Chloe that could land her in the Watchtower next season, instead of a grave.
That's not the case for two other characters on Smallville who will be saying goodbye for good, and Brian teases there may actually be a third death. Plus, find out why Lois (Erica Durance) and Clark fans can expect to squee in the finale...
Are Clark and Doomsday throwing down in the finale?
Brian Peterson: It's what everybody has probably been watching for the whole season. There will be a big throwdown between Doomsday and Clark.
Kelly Souders: Clark meets his match.
How does Chloe come between Clark and Davis?
K.S.: I think Chloe takes a very integral part in trying to keep the two fated nemeses apart from each other. It's hard; trouble just seems to find Clark Kent.
B.P.: We want the audience to ask the question, Is Chloe doing this because she's starting to fall for Davis, or is Chloe doing this because she's really protecting Clark? I think we walk that line pretty carefully, I hope.
Let's talk about the major death. Is it two people dying, or maybe one is just leaving the show?
K.S.: I will say it's Smallville, anything can happen, but I don't expect a dry eye in the house. It's not one of those things where someone just goes down and walks out of it the next minute, unfortunately. There's a lot of doom in Doomsday.
Breaking: Cuoco pulls out of 'Grey's Anatomy'
The mystery surrounding Kaley Cuoco's top-secret role in Grey's Anatomy's May 14 season finale has been solved! She's playing... no one!
A spokesperson for the Big Bang Theory star just released the following statement: "Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts on behalf of The Big Bang Theory, Kaley Cuoco regrettably will be unable to guest star on the season finale of Grey’s Anatomy. Kaley is a big fan of Grey’s Anatomy and hopes to work with them in the future."
Is there more to this story than meets the eye? You tell me: BBT wrapped production for the season last Tuesday and Cuoco clearly told us that she wasn't needed on the Grey's set until this week. Sounds a little fishy, right? Let me put my detective hat on and see what I can suss out.
THIS JUST IN: Cuoco's rep just e-mailed to say, "To clarify, it was a publicity related commitment, not a production conflict."
UPDATE NO. 2: The plot thickens! Click here for the latest!
A spokesperson for the Big Bang Theory star just released the following statement: "Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts on behalf of The Big Bang Theory, Kaley Cuoco regrettably will be unable to guest star on the season finale of Grey’s Anatomy. Kaley is a big fan of Grey’s Anatomy and hopes to work with them in the future."
Is there more to this story than meets the eye? You tell me: BBT wrapped production for the season last Tuesday and Cuoco clearly told us that she wasn't needed on the Grey's set until this week. Sounds a little fishy, right? Let me put my detective hat on and see what I can suss out.
THIS JUST IN: Cuoco's rep just e-mailed to say, "To clarify, it was a publicity related commitment, not a production conflict."
UPDATE NO. 2: The plot thickens! Click here for the latest!
'Smallville,' 'Supernatural' Return Tonight
The CW's Thursday night has had more starts and stops this season than a teenager learning to drive with a stick shift, but tonight both Smallville and Supernatural air the first of four consecutive brand-new episodes leading up to their respective season finales on May 14.
Smallville:
On tonight's episode of Smallville, "Stiletto," Lois Lane takes center stage as she adopts her own secret crime fighting identity.
Official CW Description: "Lois believes that she needs a big story to secure her reputation as a star reporter but the red/blue blur continues to elude her. However, after Chloe is mugged, Lois steps in to fend off one of the attackers and uses the opportunity to pretend a new superhero, Stiletto, has come to town and is giving exclusives to Lois. Clark is concerned Lois will hurt herself pretending to be a superhero but after he is captured by thugs with kryptonite, Lois steps in to save the day."
Smallville:
On tonight's episode of Smallville, "Stiletto," Lois Lane takes center stage as she adopts her own secret crime fighting identity.
Official CW Description: "Lois believes that she needs a big story to secure her reputation as a star reporter but the red/blue blur continues to elude her. However, after Chloe is mugged, Lois steps in to fend off one of the attackers and uses the opportunity to pretend a new superhero, Stiletto, has come to town and is giving exclusives to Lois. Clark is concerned Lois will hurt herself pretending to be a superhero but after he is captured by thugs with kryptonite, Lois steps in to save the day."
Grey's Anatomy prepares for a wedding
Before the Poehler and Fey bring the funny and Ellen Pompeo tries on wedding gowns -- usually, I'm excited to see singers from the past make an appearance on American Idol. But last night's disco tribute was an exception to that rule. All three artists: Freda Payne, Thelma Houston, and K.C. (of the Sunshine Band), all made poor showings. I love my disco but these three made me cringe. Seriously, American Idol, a disco tribute without Donna Summer -- can't be done.
As for the American Idol eliminations, Lil Rounds was unceremoniously chopped right at the start and I think that left her reeling. Anoop was given his ticket out at the end of the show.
I like Anoop's voice but I'm amazed he lasted this long. I'm very curious to see where he ends up in this world.
David Archuleta performed on American Idol last night and gave the bottom two a nice speech about how losing on Idol didn't mark the end of a person's career.
It was a nice pep talk and very true as many of the Idol hopefuls have gone on to better careers than the winners did (Ruben Studdard).
The America's Next Top Model girls were off to Brazil last night in a lackluster episode that saw the girls posing as Carmen Miranda wannabes. There was much complaining and backstabbing and $500 flip flops with crystals in the straps. Nasty Natalie was sent packing and she won't be missed. Buh-bye.
Now here's something you don't see every day -- a schedule with only one rerun. Check this out
As for the American Idol eliminations, Lil Rounds was unceremoniously chopped right at the start and I think that left her reeling. Anoop was given his ticket out at the end of the show.
I like Anoop's voice but I'm amazed he lasted this long. I'm very curious to see where he ends up in this world.
David Archuleta performed on American Idol last night and gave the bottom two a nice speech about how losing on Idol didn't mark the end of a person's career.
It was a nice pep talk and very true as many of the Idol hopefuls have gone on to better careers than the winners did (Ruben Studdard).
The America's Next Top Model girls were off to Brazil last night in a lackluster episode that saw the girls posing as Carmen Miranda wannabes. There was much complaining and backstabbing and $500 flip flops with crystals in the straps. Nasty Natalie was sent packing and she won't be missed. Buh-bye.
Now here's something you don't see every day -- a schedule with only one rerun. Check this out
2009年4月23日星期四
These are great times for the USA cable network
NEW YORK - These may not be the best of times for the United States, but they're great for USA.
The cable channel that is home to the fussy detective story "Monk," the mismatched marshals of "In Plain Sight" and professional wrestling is booming, and it couldn't be more opportune for parent company NBC Universal, considering how its namesake broadcaster is suffering.
USA averaged more than 3.2 million prime-time viewers during the first three months of 2009, more than any other cable network in history and even more than the fifth broadcast network, the CW, according to Nielsen Media Research.
The more important number is $1 billion. Those are the profits USA and its cable sister, SciFi, contributed to NBC Universal's bottom line last year. (The company won't break out those two networks individually.)
"USA is the single biggest asset that we currently have at this company," said Jeff Gaspin, president and chief operating officer of NBC Universal's cable entertainment group.
A new season of "In Plain Sight," starring Mary McCormack, debuted last Sunday on USA. So did the drama picked up from NBC, "Law & Order: Criminal Intent."
Along with being a success that has its eighth and final season this summer, "Monk" set a template for USA that will continue.
"Monk" was already in place, and doing well, when Bonnie Hammer took over as the executive in charge of USA five years ago. Hammer did some consumer testing, though, and some of the results were tough to take.
USA might seem like a coveted name for television, with the American flag a potent symbol. Yet USA didn't really stand for anything as a network; some people likened it to an old shoe, and the American flag USA was using as an on-air calling card was polarizing (so the network dropped it).
Most cable channels, such as SciFi, appeal to a niche audience and the constant goal of operators is to expand it by making their image less specific. USA wanted to do the opposite.
"We wanted to take a hugely successful network and make it feel more like a club," Hammer explained.
They settled on the slogan "Characters welcome" to use as both an image that viewers would have when they turn to USA, and as a guide for the kind of programs USA would seek for the future. Tony Shalhoub's obsessive-compulsive detective Monk, for example, is clearly a unique character. So is the non-psychic police consultant in "Psych." The lead in the upcoming "Royal Pains," which debuts June 4, is a doctor on call to wealthy people.
The idea is to find a quirky character to build mostly lighthearted dramas around.
The cable channel that is home to the fussy detective story "Monk," the mismatched marshals of "In Plain Sight" and professional wrestling is booming, and it couldn't be more opportune for parent company NBC Universal, considering how its namesake broadcaster is suffering.
USA averaged more than 3.2 million prime-time viewers during the first three months of 2009, more than any other cable network in history and even more than the fifth broadcast network, the CW, according to Nielsen Media Research.
The more important number is $1 billion. Those are the profits USA and its cable sister, SciFi, contributed to NBC Universal's bottom line last year. (The company won't break out those two networks individually.)
"USA is the single biggest asset that we currently have at this company," said Jeff Gaspin, president and chief operating officer of NBC Universal's cable entertainment group.
A new season of "In Plain Sight," starring Mary McCormack, debuted last Sunday on USA. So did the drama picked up from NBC, "Law & Order: Criminal Intent."
Along with being a success that has its eighth and final season this summer, "Monk" set a template for USA that will continue.
"Monk" was already in place, and doing well, when Bonnie Hammer took over as the executive in charge of USA five years ago. Hammer did some consumer testing, though, and some of the results were tough to take.
USA might seem like a coveted name for television, with the American flag a potent symbol. Yet USA didn't really stand for anything as a network; some people likened it to an old shoe, and the American flag USA was using as an on-air calling card was polarizing (so the network dropped it).
Most cable channels, such as SciFi, appeal to a niche audience and the constant goal of operators is to expand it by making their image less specific. USA wanted to do the opposite.
"We wanted to take a hugely successful network and make it feel more like a club," Hammer explained.
They settled on the slogan "Characters welcome" to use as both an image that viewers would have when they turn to USA, and as a guide for the kind of programs USA would seek for the future. Tony Shalhoub's obsessive-compulsive detective Monk, for example, is clearly a unique character. So is the non-psychic police consultant in "Psych." The lead in the upcoming "Royal Pains," which debuts June 4, is a doctor on call to wealthy people.
The idea is to find a quirky character to build mostly lighthearted dramas around.
In "Sight" of greatness
Procedural shows are a staple of network television. There are the doctor shows like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “House,” and there are the crime shows like “NCIS” or “CSI.” On the surface, USA’s “In Plain Sight” may appear to be just this.
But with many skeletons in the closets of these characters, David Maples’s show offers much more.
“In Plain Sight” follows Mary Shannon, played by Mary McCormack, a U.S. Marshall of the Witness Protection Program. Mary narrates the show as we tag along with her through her hectic life illustrated by her ever-growing to-do list. One minute she is helping a new witness get acquainted with his/her new life, the next she is dealing with a mother who can’t take care of herself and then she ends the day off with solving a murder.
Mary’s to-do list rather reflects the show’s list of plot lines to follow. Season one spent a lot of time trying to intertwine family problems with murders and witnesses and while many of these stories were entertaining, at times I felt just as overwhelmed as Mary must have.
The strongest story lines “In Plain Sight” has offered are the ones that find Mary working alongside her partner Marshall (Fred Weller) with their new witnesses.
These are the episodes that show an aspect of crime procedurals that no other show has. They are original and creative and watching strong-willed Mary banter with her sarcastic partner makes for great dialogue.
However, after Mary found herself in a life-threatening situation at the end of season one, the show provided a few of the finest episodes it has seen.These stories give the show a really interesting and strong place to start its second season.
The people who know the characters of the show best are the ones who create them — the people who write the words that transform into an episode. I had the privilege of speaking with Lynne Litt, writer and supervising producer of “In Plain Sight.”
“We came into the show this season to decide, what would the arcs of characters be? Where would they start and where would they end?” Litt explained. “The writers throw out different stories at the beginning of each season starting with really broad ideas.”
The “what if” question is the key when the writers get together to decide on A-stories. This season’s premiere opened with this question: What if one of Mary’s longest-standing witnesses in the program suddenly died?
“Mary is in a different place after the end of last season,” Litt said. “She is damaged and great. She loves her family and hates her family.”
The way that this opening episode looked at Mary’s reaction to her near-death encounter was handled extremely well.
The writers took into account the way her character usually acts, brash and aggressive, and gave her a new way to present herself in front of others, considerate and thoughtful. All the while she is really torn up on the inside.
McCormack does a good job showing the inner conflict Mary has in dealing with the many harsh circumstances of her life while trying to get back on track.
“Mary is one of the more real women on television,” Litt observed.
She is a woman people can look up to and relate to. Mary has a strong will and a job where she gets to kick ass. She has an annoying family and boyfriend problems. Who can’t relate to that?
“[Show creator] David Maples is so talented. He’s given these characters amazing voices,” Litt said as she talked about where the show is going in its second year.
“This season I think there are some really good stories.”A new show often takes a season to really build its voice and learn how to best explore the lives of the characters.
I’m hoping that this season will focus more on the strongest aspects seen thus far.
Catch “In Plain Sight” on Sundays at 8 p.m. on USA.
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But with many skeletons in the closets of these characters, David Maples’s show offers much more.
“In Plain Sight” follows Mary Shannon, played by Mary McCormack, a U.S. Marshall of the Witness Protection Program. Mary narrates the show as we tag along with her through her hectic life illustrated by her ever-growing to-do list. One minute she is helping a new witness get acquainted with his/her new life, the next she is dealing with a mother who can’t take care of herself and then she ends the day off with solving a murder.
Mary’s to-do list rather reflects the show’s list of plot lines to follow. Season one spent a lot of time trying to intertwine family problems with murders and witnesses and while many of these stories were entertaining, at times I felt just as overwhelmed as Mary must have.
The strongest story lines “In Plain Sight” has offered are the ones that find Mary working alongside her partner Marshall (Fred Weller) with their new witnesses.
These are the episodes that show an aspect of crime procedurals that no other show has. They are original and creative and watching strong-willed Mary banter with her sarcastic partner makes for great dialogue.
However, after Mary found herself in a life-threatening situation at the end of season one, the show provided a few of the finest episodes it has seen.These stories give the show a really interesting and strong place to start its second season.
The people who know the characters of the show best are the ones who create them — the people who write the words that transform into an episode. I had the privilege of speaking with Lynne Litt, writer and supervising producer of “In Plain Sight.”
“We came into the show this season to decide, what would the arcs of characters be? Where would they start and where would they end?” Litt explained. “The writers throw out different stories at the beginning of each season starting with really broad ideas.”
The “what if” question is the key when the writers get together to decide on A-stories. This season’s premiere opened with this question: What if one of Mary’s longest-standing witnesses in the program suddenly died?
“Mary is in a different place after the end of last season,” Litt said. “She is damaged and great. She loves her family and hates her family.”
The way that this opening episode looked at Mary’s reaction to her near-death encounter was handled extremely well.
The writers took into account the way her character usually acts, brash and aggressive, and gave her a new way to present herself in front of others, considerate and thoughtful. All the while she is really torn up on the inside.
McCormack does a good job showing the inner conflict Mary has in dealing with the many harsh circumstances of her life while trying to get back on track.
“Mary is one of the more real women on television,” Litt observed.
She is a woman people can look up to and relate to. Mary has a strong will and a job where she gets to kick ass. She has an annoying family and boyfriend problems. Who can’t relate to that?
“[Show creator] David Maples is so talented. He’s given these characters amazing voices,” Litt said as she talked about where the show is going in its second year.
“This season I think there are some really good stories.”A new show often takes a season to really build its voice and learn how to best explore the lives of the characters.
I’m hoping that this season will focus more on the strongest aspects seen thus far.
Catch “In Plain Sight” on Sundays at 8 p.m. on USA.
Rosenberg is a member of
the class of 2012.
North grad keeps it real for 'NCIS'
PRINGFIELD — Chris Waild could be a very dangerous man.
He’s done thorough research on how to bring down bank security and the destructive power of bombs.
He’s looked into, as he explained, “how choke holds affect breathing and the carotid artery.”
And he knows what happens to a body after it’s been submerged in water for a few weeks.
Fortunately, Waild is using all this knowledge for the good of humanity — he’s a television writer.
“I’m probably on some government watch list,” he confessed. “I fully expect to buy an airline ticket, go to the airport and be detained.”
In just his second full season working on the CBS drama “NCIS,” the 2000 North High grad has packed all sorts of macabre factoids in his head — and there’s lots more to learn.
Once just an awkwardly titled rip-off of the network’s own “CSI” — only set in the Navy — “NCIS” is more popular than ever.
Never mind that the Navy apparently has a Goth forensic specialist and that Mark Harmon’s character’s name is Jethro.
If it weren’t for “American Idol” and “Dancing With the Stars,” “NCIS” would be the most popular show on the flat-screen.
In its sixth season, the show is getting its best audiences yet, Waild said.
“It’s our characters,” said Waild, 27, who went from the guy who takes lunch orders to staff writer in roughly 12 months. “That’s what separates us from many of the procedurals, and especially the crime procedurals. It’s not so much about, ‘Oh, here’s another odd, gross case.’ ”
Keeping things believable
Oh, there’s still plenty of grossness.
While still technically a writers’ assistant — but with the duties of a staff writer — it was Waild’s job as an assistant to conduct research, distill it and give it to the writers “short of writing the scene.”
Typically, a writer would ask if something was possible, and he’d find out.
“I’ve looked into what possible things a dog has swallowed,” Waild said. “One of the writers wanted a dog to swallow a knife.”
He’s done thorough research on how to bring down bank security and the destructive power of bombs.
He’s looked into, as he explained, “how choke holds affect breathing and the carotid artery.”
And he knows what happens to a body after it’s been submerged in water for a few weeks.
Fortunately, Waild is using all this knowledge for the good of humanity — he’s a television writer.
“I’m probably on some government watch list,” he confessed. “I fully expect to buy an airline ticket, go to the airport and be detained.”
In just his second full season working on the CBS drama “NCIS,” the 2000 North High grad has packed all sorts of macabre factoids in his head — and there’s lots more to learn.
Once just an awkwardly titled rip-off of the network’s own “CSI” — only set in the Navy — “NCIS” is more popular than ever.
Never mind that the Navy apparently has a Goth forensic specialist and that Mark Harmon’s character’s name is Jethro.
If it weren’t for “American Idol” and “Dancing With the Stars,” “NCIS” would be the most popular show on the flat-screen.
In its sixth season, the show is getting its best audiences yet, Waild said.
“It’s our characters,” said Waild, 27, who went from the guy who takes lunch orders to staff writer in roughly 12 months. “That’s what separates us from many of the procedurals, and especially the crime procedurals. It’s not so much about, ‘Oh, here’s another odd, gross case.’ ”
Keeping things believable
Oh, there’s still plenty of grossness.
While still technically a writers’ assistant — but with the duties of a staff writer — it was Waild’s job as an assistant to conduct research, distill it and give it to the writers “short of writing the scene.”
Typically, a writer would ask if something was possible, and he’d find out.
“I’ve looked into what possible things a dog has swallowed,” Waild said. “One of the writers wanted a dog to swallow a knife.”
Ask Ausiello: Spoilers on ‘Grey’s,’ ‘NCIS’
Every Thursday, Entertainment Weekly’s Michael Ausiello answers reader questions on all the hottest TV shows.
Question: This two-week “Lost” hiatus is killing me! More scoopage before the final episodes, please! —Brad
Ausiello: The major-ish “Lost” death is coming up soooooon. Also, it's less ish and more major than I first thought.
Ausiello: It's a major character, and the death definitely sticks. But there is a twist. (Hint: It's possible no one will be leaving the show.) BTW, the finale is fantastic. It's compelling, suspense-filled and, most importantly, events occur consecutively and in the present day. “Heroes” is back, people!
Question: Any more “Big Bang Theory” scoop for the finale? —Hannah
Ausiello: It's going to be full of crap! Kaley Cuoco explains: "The (guys) build a toilet and things go horribly wrong. They all find poop hilarious. It's a space toilet, so I don't have to use it or anything. Of course, it's a space toilet on this show!" On the hotly debated subject of a Penny-Sheldon hookup, Cuoco confesses that she's not a fan of the idea. "I don't think it makes any sense," she says. "Sheldon has no use for women. If it happened, I bet it would be a nightmare sequence. Sheldon is nowhere near boyfriend material and Penny loves him that way. (Besides), Sheldon barely lets her into his apartment — how would he get to the point of hooking up with her?"
Question: Your single-topic AA on “Grey's” gave us nothing on the best couple, Meredith and Derek! Please, can you give us something juicy? —Hayley
Ausiello: Okay, here's something: A longtime “Grey's” duo are about to break up — presumably for good — and it's not Derek and Meredith. Nope. It's Bailey and Tucker! In the May 14 season finale, Bailey takes the bold step of leaving her husband after he once again fails to support her career.
Question: Can you tell us how much time has lapsed between the elevator proposal episode of “Grey's” and the episode that airs this week? —Jasmin
Ausiello: A few days, I believe. It's not long at all.
Question: I've decided that I want your job. May I ask, how good is the pay? —Saramarie
Ausiello: Where I come from, it's tacky to discuss such things in public. It's not, however, tacky to show you a picture of the second home I just purchased in the Hamptons and let you draw your own conclusions.
Question: This two-week “Lost” hiatus is killing me! More scoopage before the final episodes, please! —Brad
Ausiello: The major-ish “Lost” death is coming up soooooon. Also, it's less ish and more major than I first thought.
Ausiello: It's a major character, and the death definitely sticks. But there is a twist. (Hint: It's possible no one will be leaving the show.) BTW, the finale is fantastic. It's compelling, suspense-filled and, most importantly, events occur consecutively and in the present day. “Heroes” is back, people!
Question: Any more “Big Bang Theory” scoop for the finale? —Hannah
Ausiello: It's going to be full of crap! Kaley Cuoco explains: "The (guys) build a toilet and things go horribly wrong. They all find poop hilarious. It's a space toilet, so I don't have to use it or anything. Of course, it's a space toilet on this show!" On the hotly debated subject of a Penny-Sheldon hookup, Cuoco confesses that she's not a fan of the idea. "I don't think it makes any sense," she says. "Sheldon has no use for women. If it happened, I bet it would be a nightmare sequence. Sheldon is nowhere near boyfriend material and Penny loves him that way. (Besides), Sheldon barely lets her into his apartment — how would he get to the point of hooking up with her?"
Question: Your single-topic AA on “Grey's” gave us nothing on the best couple, Meredith and Derek! Please, can you give us something juicy? —Hayley
Ausiello: Okay, here's something: A longtime “Grey's” duo are about to break up — presumably for good — and it's not Derek and Meredith. Nope. It's Bailey and Tucker! In the May 14 season finale, Bailey takes the bold step of leaving her husband after he once again fails to support her career.
Question: Can you tell us how much time has lapsed between the elevator proposal episode of “Grey's” and the episode that airs this week? —Jasmin
Ausiello: A few days, I believe. It's not long at all.
Question: I've decided that I want your job. May I ask, how good is the pay? —Saramarie
Ausiello: Where I come from, it's tacky to discuss such things in public. It's not, however, tacky to show you a picture of the second home I just purchased in the Hamptons and let you draw your own conclusions.
Smallville: Will Chloe Survive?
Smallville has taken a dark turn this season, especially with the introduction of Doomsday (Sam Witwer), who is the only DC villain able to kill Superman. That would seem like a rough break for Tom Welling, except that Clark Kent is not one of the two characters kicking the bucket in the season finale.
Fellow fan favorite Chloe Sullivan (Allison Mack), on the other hand, has been considered very much in the line of fire, especially since producers tell us next season's stories line up closely with the DC mythology—the same Superman mythology that does not include Chloe Sullivan.
However, there's hope on the horizon! Executive producers Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders tease some upcoming storylines for Chloe that could land her in the Watchtower next season, instead of a grave.
That's not the case for two other characters on Smallville who will be saying goodbye for good, and Brian teases there may actually be a third death. Plus, find out why Lois (Erica Durance) and Clark fans can expect to squee in the finale...
Are Clark and Doomsday throwing down in the finale?
Brian Peterson: It's what everybody has probably been watching for the whole season. There will be a big throwdown between Doomsday and Clark.
Kelly Souders: Clark meets his match.
How does Chloe come between Clark and Davis?
K.S.: I think Chloe takes a very integral part in trying to keep the two fated nemeses apart from each other. It's hard; trouble just seems to find Clark Kent.
B.P.: We want the audience to ask the question, Is Chloe doing this because she's starting to fall for Davis, or is Chloe doing this because she's really protecting Clark? I think we walk that line pretty carefully, I hope.
Let's talk about the major death. Is it two people dying, or maybe one is just leaving the show?
K.S.: I will say it's Smallville, anything can happen, but I don't expect a dry eye in the house. It's not one of those things where someone just goes down and walks out of it the next minute, unfortunately. There's a lot of doom in Doomsday.
Fellow fan favorite Chloe Sullivan (Allison Mack), on the other hand, has been considered very much in the line of fire, especially since producers tell us next season's stories line up closely with the DC mythology—the same Superman mythology that does not include Chloe Sullivan.
However, there's hope on the horizon! Executive producers Brian Peterson and Kelly Souders tease some upcoming storylines for Chloe that could land her in the Watchtower next season, instead of a grave.
That's not the case for two other characters on Smallville who will be saying goodbye for good, and Brian teases there may actually be a third death. Plus, find out why Lois (Erica Durance) and Clark fans can expect to squee in the finale...
Are Clark and Doomsday throwing down in the finale?
Brian Peterson: It's what everybody has probably been watching for the whole season. There will be a big throwdown between Doomsday and Clark.
Kelly Souders: Clark meets his match.
How does Chloe come between Clark and Davis?
K.S.: I think Chloe takes a very integral part in trying to keep the two fated nemeses apart from each other. It's hard; trouble just seems to find Clark Kent.
B.P.: We want the audience to ask the question, Is Chloe doing this because she's starting to fall for Davis, or is Chloe doing this because she's really protecting Clark? I think we walk that line pretty carefully, I hope.
Let's talk about the major death. Is it two people dying, or maybe one is just leaving the show?
K.S.: I will say it's Smallville, anything can happen, but I don't expect a dry eye in the house. It's not one of those things where someone just goes down and walks out of it the next minute, unfortunately. There's a lot of doom in Doomsday.
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Mega Minute: NCIS Finale Preview, Private Practice & More!
• In but the very first excerpt from my new in-depth interview with Shane Brennan, the NCIS executive producer teases a season finale with utterly unpredictable ramifications. Plus: Who's back to make big waves?
• Josh Hopkins previews a Private Practice season-ender that has to be seen to be believed.
• Which two Army Wives' lives are poised for serious upheaval? Get the Season 3 scoop!
• Josh Hopkins previews a Private Practice season-ender that has to be seen to be believed.
• Which two Army Wives' lives are poised for serious upheaval? Get the Season 3 scoop!
The Best Reason to Save “Privileged"
Since its very early season finale aired on February 24, (note: early finales are never a good sign in TV-land), the fate of the CW 11 freshman series Privileged—which stars Cuban actress JoAnna Garcia—has been as up-in-the-air as Elvis Crespo on that fateful flight from Houston to Miami (Translation: Privileged is holding on for dear life)! Low ratings have plagued this charming dramedy since its September premier, which is perhaps why Privileged is one of the only shows that CW President Dawn Ostroff hasn’t renewed for another season (Smallville, Supernatural, Gossip Girl, One Tree Hill, and 90210 were all renewed as far back as February)! That same month, Entertainment Weekly came up with 5 reasons to save Privileged. I only have one reason, but I think it's a pretty darn good one: her name is JoAnna Garcia.
I've been a fan of JoAnna's since she starred as Reba Mcyntyre's daughter on the family comedy Reba, so when I saw she joined Privileged as the lead—becoming one of the only Latina leads on television!— I immediately checked out her new show. The best thing about it, you ask? Her! As Megan Smith, a live-in-tutor to two spoiled rich girls by day- and a 23-year-old woman with a very busy romantic life by night (will she pick Charlie or stay with Will?), JoAnna plays one of TV's most versatile, most well drawn out female characters, and she makes it look effortless. In her scenes as tutor to the young girls, Joanna is convincing as a strict and responsible moral authority figure who genuinely cares about the girls' futures, and when she's making out with Palm Beach hotties and rolling out of bed after a night of hanky-panky, she's equally believable as a mature woman who's slowly figuring out what kind of relationship she wants to have. On both levels, JoAnna manages to make Megan likeable. For that reason, she deserves to continue having her own show!
But if the CW doesn’t feel that’s enough reason to renew the series, perhaps they should consider renewing Privileged so that young Latinas (and girls in general) can grow up with more realistic goals for their self-image. This show—unlike 90210 and Gossip Girl—is the only CW show that doesn't favor scary thin actresses. And when I interviewed Garcia for Vivo Por TiVo in November, JoAnna—who admitted she once struggled with an eating disorder—told me she liked the fact that she has a Latina “booty,” and added: “I’m a curvy girl; I’m a real girl.” She's also a funny girl both on camera and off. Hopefully, we’ll get to see JoAnna curve our enthusiasm for a few more seasons!
What do you think? Should the CW stick with Privileged, or are you happy with just one season?
I've been a fan of JoAnna's since she starred as Reba Mcyntyre's daughter on the family comedy Reba, so when I saw she joined Privileged as the lead—becoming one of the only Latina leads on television!— I immediately checked out her new show. The best thing about it, you ask? Her! As Megan Smith, a live-in-tutor to two spoiled rich girls by day- and a 23-year-old woman with a very busy romantic life by night (will she pick Charlie or stay with Will?), JoAnna plays one of TV's most versatile, most well drawn out female characters, and she makes it look effortless. In her scenes as tutor to the young girls, Joanna is convincing as a strict and responsible moral authority figure who genuinely cares about the girls' futures, and when she's making out with Palm Beach hotties and rolling out of bed after a night of hanky-panky, she's equally believable as a mature woman who's slowly figuring out what kind of relationship she wants to have. On both levels, JoAnna manages to make Megan likeable. For that reason, she deserves to continue having her own show!
But if the CW doesn’t feel that’s enough reason to renew the series, perhaps they should consider renewing Privileged so that young Latinas (and girls in general) can grow up with more realistic goals for their self-image. This show—unlike 90210 and Gossip Girl—is the only CW show that doesn't favor scary thin actresses. And when I interviewed Garcia for Vivo Por TiVo in November, JoAnna—who admitted she once struggled with an eating disorder—told me she liked the fact that she has a Latina “booty,” and added: “I’m a curvy girl; I’m a real girl.” She's also a funny girl both on camera and off. Hopefully, we’ll get to see JoAnna curve our enthusiasm for a few more seasons!
What do you think? Should the CW stick with Privileged, or are you happy with just one season?
You're Grounded Young Man!!!!
A Smallville spoiler none of us wanted to hear.
If your flying Kent Airways, Your flight has been CANCELED!
So I know many of us have been hoping that this will be the season when Clark finally takes to the skies but it’s just not so. E! Online’s “Watch with Kristin” reports that our favorite Red/Blue Blur will be ground bound for the rest of this season. When a viewer asked the question…. Is it true that Clark is finally gonna fly this season on Smallville?
This was her answer….
There's no proper flying or supersuit this season, but there will be a Smallville "leap" that goes above and beyond a tall building—but it isn't actually flying. Sorry Superfans.
Well at least we can hold out for season 9 and maybe 10, but I am not gonna hold my breath because I’ve heard this all before. Sorry if I rained on anyone’s parade but I guess I would rather not have false hope and be let down. Personally I think the no flights rule sucks how about you?
If your flying Kent Airways, Your flight has been CANCELED!
So I know many of us have been hoping that this will be the season when Clark finally takes to the skies but it’s just not so. E! Online’s “Watch with Kristin” reports that our favorite Red/Blue Blur will be ground bound for the rest of this season. When a viewer asked the question…. Is it true that Clark is finally gonna fly this season on Smallville?
This was her answer….
There's no proper flying or supersuit this season, but there will be a Smallville "leap" that goes above and beyond a tall building—but it isn't actually flying. Sorry Superfans.
Well at least we can hold out for season 9 and maybe 10, but I am not gonna hold my breath because I’ve heard this all before. Sorry if I rained on anyone’s parade but I guess I would rather not have false hope and be let down. Personally I think the no flights rule sucks how about you?
Laura Vandervoot Teases a Return to Smallville
Laura Vandervoot recently sat down for an interview with our parent site, MovieWeb, to discuss the release of her film Into the Blue 2: The Reef as a direct-to-DVD release, and in the interview, Vandervoot discussed her possible return to the cast of Smallville.
Asked if she would be making a return visit to the show as Kara Zor-El, Vandervoot said "I can just tell you what I know. I did one at the beginning of the season and then I got a phone call later on, towards the end of the season, asking for my availability. I guess Tom (Welling) had decided that they were going to do another season, because his contract is up, but yeah, he wanted to do another season. It was my understanding that they were going to bring me back for the series finale, but it turns out there was going to be another season, so maybe I'll be back next year. I'm not sure. Nobody fills me in here."
In other words, Vandervoot isn't certain if they're going to bring her in for the season finale, of if plans now call for her to return some time during the shows' Ninth (and presumably final) season. But it certainly sounds like she is interested in appearing in the famous blue and red colors one more time.
While fans of Vandervoot may have to wait for next season to see more of the blonde actress in her role as a superhero, there is more of Smallville to be seen this season, starting with Stiletto, which airs Thursday, April 23. And to read the full interview with Ms. Vandervoot
Smallville airs Thursday nights on the CW. The drama about the early days of Clark Kent stars Tom Welling, Erica Durance, Allison Mack, Aaron Ashmore, Justin Hartley, Cassidy Freeman and Sam Witwer.
Asked if she would be making a return visit to the show as Kara Zor-El, Vandervoot said "I can just tell you what I know. I did one at the beginning of the season and then I got a phone call later on, towards the end of the season, asking for my availability. I guess Tom (Welling) had decided that they were going to do another season, because his contract is up, but yeah, he wanted to do another season. It was my understanding that they were going to bring me back for the series finale, but it turns out there was going to be another season, so maybe I'll be back next year. I'm not sure. Nobody fills me in here."
In other words, Vandervoot isn't certain if they're going to bring her in for the season finale, of if plans now call for her to return some time during the shows' Ninth (and presumably final) season. But it certainly sounds like she is interested in appearing in the famous blue and red colors one more time.
While fans of Vandervoot may have to wait for next season to see more of the blonde actress in her role as a superhero, there is more of Smallville to be seen this season, starting with Stiletto, which airs Thursday, April 23. And to read the full interview with Ms. Vandervoot
Smallville airs Thursday nights on the CW. The drama about the early days of Clark Kent stars Tom Welling, Erica Durance, Allison Mack, Aaron Ashmore, Justin Hartley, Cassidy Freeman and Sam Witwer.
Mega Buzz on NCIS, Heroes, Betty, 24, Smallville and More!
We've been teased big happenings with NCIS' Tony and Ziva, and I'm all for that, but need I be worrying so much? — Kate
MATT: I finally got NCIS boss Shane Brennan to dish on "Tiva," and it looks like you might be left to fret all summer long. He told me, "What happens over these next episodes is an evolution of their relationship — though perhaps more extreme than you would get in your normal [workplace]. These people do carry guns!" Then, in the wake of specific events of the May 19 season-ender, he said, "It's up to the audience to decide, and they will over the summer, what might happen [next]. But everything has a life, and eventually things end." Listen very carefully to Brennan's coda here: "Now, if you think I just said that Tiva's going to end, I didn't."
I've heard that Heroes' Volume 4 ends with a major death. Any tease? — Eric
TIM: You're half-right. Of course, not everyone who dies stays dead. Except those who do. Also, look for one character to make a splashy return in Volume 5.
Will we see any more Ugly Betty this season? — Laura
MICKEY: Yep, Betty will be back with five more hours beginning April 30. At that time, look for a Marc-Betty showdown, an impromptu wedding, and, on the two-hour May 21 finale, guest spots by The View's Joy Behar and Elisabeth Hasselbeck.
Please tell me that 24's Larry is not really dead, and that he will come back. Don't kill my favorite character! — Hilla
MATT: Hey, your beef is with Tony, not the Mega Buzz team, because, yes, your Larry is truly and sincerely dead. Now on a happier note, I want to remind 24 fans that Chloe is back next week. Actually, this isn't really on a "happier" note: After being gobsmacked by the news of Bill's death and getting updated on the terrorist's next plans, our fave tech wonk will have some hard and fast personal (read: familial) decisions to make.
Any inside scoop on how this season of The Unit will end? — Joseph
TIM: If you like your celebrations mixed with suitcase bombs and goodbyes, you're in for a treat. On May 10, you'll get an episode that combines nuclear intrigue at the highest levels with human drama between the Unit wives, as the ladies look forward to the wedding of Charles Grey and Joss Morgan. Meanwhile, a key Unit wife prepares to leave the life — for good.
Is Fringe really moving its production from New York City to Canada? — Hap
MICKEY: Assuming that there will be a second season of Fringe (which I'm hearing we can assume), yes. Sadly, I'm hearing that my fair city has become a little less fair on the subject of tax breaks for television productions, which necessitated a move to Vancouver. The real question: Does Vancouver look more like Boston than New York City does? Eh.
The fans of Smallville's Lois and Clark are dying for a "Clois" scoop. Please tell us something wonderful cough-kiss-cough happens in the finale? — Heinzy
MATT: Yet again you twist my arm and make me Q&A Erica Durance. Now while she was thoroughly handcuffed as to what she could say about the finale, she had plenty to share about this week's episode, "Stiletto." As Lois lands her first one-on-one with the mysterious Red-Blue Blur, Erica says, "What's lovely is you get to see Clark see Lois in a totally different light —totally smitten and sweet, with all of her barriers down — and that is really romantic." As a result, "Clark becomes closer to Lois, because he gets to see this honest and generous side of her. I was pretty thrilled about it."
How about some True Blood scoop? — Kelli
MICKEY: Have you seen the new poster? It's bloody cool! We know that Sookie and Bill have some traveling to do when Season 2 returns, but where does that leave poor, heartsick, shape-shifting Sam? Anna Paquin tells the Buzz: "They have a bit of a rough time of it. It seems like they should be more understanding of each other, and yet they aren't — in some truly ironic way." Translation: Sam will be otherwise occupied this season with Maryann the vibrating mystery lady.
I heard there is going to be a death on Supernatural, which would be very, very sad! Can you shed some light on that? — Fern
MATT: Well, one of the big rumors is that our boy Bobby will be the one to buy it. I broached that prickly topic with cast member Jim Beaver himself, and while he would/could not refute it, he noted, "Nobody takes Bobby down easy!" He then teased the "intense and astonishing" May 14 season finale thusly: "People are going to have some of their expectations toppled." (Much more from the Beav on Thursday.)
I miss Psych. Got anything to tide me over until the new season? — Audrey
TIM: Hmm. Without getting too specific, we'll say that Gus and Shawn's next cases (in episodes premiering sometime this summer) will involve Bollywood, the Wild West, and an exorcism. They'll also have a skiing-centered episode set in British Columbia, where the show films. Oh, and there's an episode about a time-traveling clone. (Siiiiike! Did they say that at your elementary school?)
Now that Donna has appeared on 90210, is it possible that there will be a reunion with Brenda as well? — Jeff
MICKEY: Funny you should ask, Jeff. So far the answer is no. But when I asked Tori Spelling the same question this week, she said, "I know the fans would love it," and not much more. As it stands, Tuesday was Spelling's last episode this season. Shannen Doherty appears in the May 19 finale. A paranoid person might think their near-miss was intentional. I am a paranoid person.
Any info on how the new season of The Closer will play out? And is that really Kyra Sedgwick doing the splits on that OJ commercial? — Jim
MATT: I'm lizzing at your second question and must thus address it first: Kyra's peeps aren't saying. (My take: Only her Kevin Bacon knows for sure.) Turning to Sedgwick's primary gig, Season 5 kicks off sometime in June, and its first episodes include one revolving around a self-accredited detective named Dick Tracy. Needless to say, this wannabe gumshoe's affinity for helping out his pals in "the black-and-whites" both assists and annoys Brenda.
Tim's Mega Rave: I could not be more excited about Mr. Show's Bob Odenkirk turning up on the April 26 Breaking Bad, playing a sleazy defense attorney. One of the most gifted and influential comedians of the 1990s and 2000s, Odenkirk's biggest problem seems to be finding projects worthy of his deft characterizations and quick mind. Breaking Bad is one of the shows most deserving of his skills.
Mickey's Mini Rant: Never mind that Edie Britt's send-off was a near-copy of Desperate Housewives' tribute to Eli-the-handyman, it was also kind of boring! Edie definitely deserved something with more pizzazz — say, an orgy in her honor.
Matt's Micro Riff: Brothers & Sisters' Kitty is being kind of a bitch.
Reader Quote of the Week: "Why is everyone so surprised? Look at an oyster. I'd be hard put to find an uglier creature, yet it produces a pearl from the pain inflicted by a grain of sand or other irritant. Susan has certainly had her own pain and her own irritants in life. I believe [her performance] was real." (aingeal, questioning the backlash against Susan Boyle)
MATT: I finally got NCIS boss Shane Brennan to dish on "Tiva," and it looks like you might be left to fret all summer long. He told me, "What happens over these next episodes is an evolution of their relationship — though perhaps more extreme than you would get in your normal [workplace]. These people do carry guns!" Then, in the wake of specific events of the May 19 season-ender, he said, "It's up to the audience to decide, and they will over the summer, what might happen [next]. But everything has a life, and eventually things end." Listen very carefully to Brennan's coda here: "Now, if you think I just said that Tiva's going to end, I didn't."
I've heard that Heroes' Volume 4 ends with a major death. Any tease? — Eric
TIM: You're half-right. Of course, not everyone who dies stays dead. Except those who do. Also, look for one character to make a splashy return in Volume 5.
Will we see any more Ugly Betty this season? — Laura
MICKEY: Yep, Betty will be back with five more hours beginning April 30. At that time, look for a Marc-Betty showdown, an impromptu wedding, and, on the two-hour May 21 finale, guest spots by The View's Joy Behar and Elisabeth Hasselbeck.
Please tell me that 24's Larry is not really dead, and that he will come back. Don't kill my favorite character! — Hilla
MATT: Hey, your beef is with Tony, not the Mega Buzz team, because, yes, your Larry is truly and sincerely dead. Now on a happier note, I want to remind 24 fans that Chloe is back next week. Actually, this isn't really on a "happier" note: After being gobsmacked by the news of Bill's death and getting updated on the terrorist's next plans, our fave tech wonk will have some hard and fast personal (read: familial) decisions to make.
Any inside scoop on how this season of The Unit will end? — Joseph
TIM: If you like your celebrations mixed with suitcase bombs and goodbyes, you're in for a treat. On May 10, you'll get an episode that combines nuclear intrigue at the highest levels with human drama between the Unit wives, as the ladies look forward to the wedding of Charles Grey and Joss Morgan. Meanwhile, a key Unit wife prepares to leave the life — for good.
Is Fringe really moving its production from New York City to Canada? — Hap
MICKEY: Assuming that there will be a second season of Fringe (which I'm hearing we can assume), yes. Sadly, I'm hearing that my fair city has become a little less fair on the subject of tax breaks for television productions, which necessitated a move to Vancouver. The real question: Does Vancouver look more like Boston than New York City does? Eh.
The fans of Smallville's Lois and Clark are dying for a "Clois" scoop. Please tell us something wonderful cough-kiss-cough happens in the finale? — Heinzy
MATT: Yet again you twist my arm and make me Q&A Erica Durance. Now while she was thoroughly handcuffed as to what she could say about the finale, she had plenty to share about this week's episode, "Stiletto." As Lois lands her first one-on-one with the mysterious Red-Blue Blur, Erica says, "What's lovely is you get to see Clark see Lois in a totally different light —totally smitten and sweet, with all of her barriers down — and that is really romantic." As a result, "Clark becomes closer to Lois, because he gets to see this honest and generous side of her. I was pretty thrilled about it."
How about some True Blood scoop? — Kelli
MICKEY: Have you seen the new poster? It's bloody cool! We know that Sookie and Bill have some traveling to do when Season 2 returns, but where does that leave poor, heartsick, shape-shifting Sam? Anna Paquin tells the Buzz: "They have a bit of a rough time of it. It seems like they should be more understanding of each other, and yet they aren't — in some truly ironic way." Translation: Sam will be otherwise occupied this season with Maryann the vibrating mystery lady.
I heard there is going to be a death on Supernatural, which would be very, very sad! Can you shed some light on that? — Fern
MATT: Well, one of the big rumors is that our boy Bobby will be the one to buy it. I broached that prickly topic with cast member Jim Beaver himself, and while he would/could not refute it, he noted, "Nobody takes Bobby down easy!" He then teased the "intense and astonishing" May 14 season finale thusly: "People are going to have some of their expectations toppled." (Much more from the Beav on Thursday.)
I miss Psych. Got anything to tide me over until the new season? — Audrey
TIM: Hmm. Without getting too specific, we'll say that Gus and Shawn's next cases (in episodes premiering sometime this summer) will involve Bollywood, the Wild West, and an exorcism. They'll also have a skiing-centered episode set in British Columbia, where the show films. Oh, and there's an episode about a time-traveling clone. (Siiiiike! Did they say that at your elementary school?)
Now that Donna has appeared on 90210, is it possible that there will be a reunion with Brenda as well? — Jeff
MICKEY: Funny you should ask, Jeff. So far the answer is no. But when I asked Tori Spelling the same question this week, she said, "I know the fans would love it," and not much more. As it stands, Tuesday was Spelling's last episode this season. Shannen Doherty appears in the May 19 finale. A paranoid person might think their near-miss was intentional. I am a paranoid person.
Any info on how the new season of The Closer will play out? And is that really Kyra Sedgwick doing the splits on that OJ commercial? — Jim
MATT: I'm lizzing at your second question and must thus address it first: Kyra's peeps aren't saying. (My take: Only her Kevin Bacon knows for sure.) Turning to Sedgwick's primary gig, Season 5 kicks off sometime in June, and its first episodes include one revolving around a self-accredited detective named Dick Tracy. Needless to say, this wannabe gumshoe's affinity for helping out his pals in "the black-and-whites" both assists and annoys Brenda.
Tim's Mega Rave: I could not be more excited about Mr. Show's Bob Odenkirk turning up on the April 26 Breaking Bad, playing a sleazy defense attorney. One of the most gifted and influential comedians of the 1990s and 2000s, Odenkirk's biggest problem seems to be finding projects worthy of his deft characterizations and quick mind. Breaking Bad is one of the shows most deserving of his skills.
Mickey's Mini Rant: Never mind that Edie Britt's send-off was a near-copy of Desperate Housewives' tribute to Eli-the-handyman, it was also kind of boring! Edie definitely deserved something with more pizzazz — say, an orgy in her honor.
Matt's Micro Riff: Brothers & Sisters' Kitty is being kind of a bitch.
Reader Quote of the Week: "Why is everyone so surprised? Look at an oyster. I'd be hard put to find an uglier creature, yet it produces a pearl from the pain inflicted by a grain of sand or other irritant. Susan has certainly had her own pain and her own irritants in life. I believe [her performance] was real." (aingeal, questioning the backlash against Susan Boyle)
2009年4月17日星期五
katie cassidy in the murder mystery 'harper's island
By Christina Radish
Katie Cassidy at the premiere of "WALL-E" held at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif. on June 21, 2008.
Described as a cross between Lost, Ten Little Indians and One Tree Hill, the new CBS horror series Harper’s Island promises thrills, chills and gore in its 13-episode season. This murder mystery follows a group of family and friends who travel to a secluded island for the destination wedding of Henry (Christopher Gorham) and Trish (Katie Cassidy). As the wedding festivities begin, friendships are tested and secrets exposed as a murderer claims victims, one by one, transforming the week of fun and celebration into a terrifying struggle for survival. Everyone is a suspect. No one is safe. No one can be trusted. By the end of the 13 episodes, all questions will be answered, the killer will be revealed and only a few will survive.
Although Los Angeles native Katie Cassidy stars as The Bride, she says that didn’t make her any safer than anyone else. With the entire cast kept in the dark when they signed on, she could have just as easily ended up victim or killer. Along with this unusual television event, the multi-talented 22-year-old actress/singer/musician also spoke to MediaBlvd Magazine about the upcoming top-secret Chris Carter (The X-Files) drama, Fencewalker, and the status of her involvement with the Dallas movie.
MediaBlvd Magazine> As a kid, you did piano, guitar, singing, dancing and acting. When and how did you decide it was acting that you wanted to make a career out of?
Katie Cassidy> When I was younger, playing piano and guitar were all things that I wanted to do for a short period of time, like any kid. After awhile, it was like, “Oh, I have to go to singing lessons. I have to go to piano lessons.” I got over it and didn’t really want to go. I wanted to go be with my friends. But, the only thing that really stuck, that I was actually excited to go to and stuck with, was theater. I loved being on stage. I was in elementary school when I started, so I couldn’t say that it was about the building of characters. It was just fun to be in a play and get to goof off with some of my friends. And then, as I got older, I started actually taking it seriously, and studied and took classes, and developed myself as an artist. It’s just something that was inside of me, that I felt like I needed and wanted to do, and it just started working out. It’s really fun! It’s just exercising a different part of your brain when you do that. It’s an outlet for me.
MediaBlvd> When you come from a famous family, is it hard to develop your own sense of identity, especially when you want to create a name for yourself? And, does it make the success that you’ve had that much more rewarding?
Katie> Yes. It’s definitely difficult, in the beginning, especially being David Cassidy’s daughter or Shaun Cassidy’s niece. I knew that that was going to happen because it’s my genes. I can’t deny where I come from. But, I also knew that that would fade. When you’re actually talented and you have something to offer, people start to look at you for you, as opposed to who you’re the offspring of. I feel like a lot of actors, artists or musicians who come from famous fathers or mothers, all deal with the same thing. It’s something that you deal with. People eventually do start recognizing you for you and your good work. My first few jobs, people were like, “Oh, she only got hired because she’s so-and-so’s daughter.” But, at the end of the day, it doesn’t matter who your parents are. Sure, it does help you get into a room, but at the end of the day, you have to be able to deliver and you have to be talented because they’re not going to hire me because my dad is David Cassidy, who was famous in the 70's. I have to go into those rooms and give it my best and work really hard. It’s not that I have to work extra hard, but sometimes it’s held against me because I feel like I have something to live up to. I just want to make my family proud, and I want to be known for me. I feel like I have to go the extra mile to do that, but I’m willing to do it and it’s fine. It’s nothing that I will complain about. It’s just another challenge that I will overcome.
MediaBlvd> How did you get involved with Harper’s Island?
Katie> I had just come off of Supernatural and it was the first or second thing I auditioned for, coming off of that show. I went in and auditioned, just like everybody else. I went through the testing process for the network and the studio test, and then I ended up getting it. Once they found out I was available, they were interested, but I still had to go in there. They weren’t like, “Oh, you have the job.” I had to go in there and do my thing, and I ended up getting it.
MediaBlvd> What can you say about what Harper’s Island is and who you play on the show?
Katie> It’s 13 episodes, and it’s kind of like a 13-hour movie. It’s an event. My fiancé and I grew up in Seattle. We went to high school together, and we would go to Harper’s Island and spend our summers there. Basically, one year, this series of murders happened and all these people died. John Wakefield was the killer and, apparently, he was killed at the end of it all. My fiancé and I go back to this island to get married, to revamp the island and bring it back to life because it’s had this dark cloud over it for so long, with what happened. So, we go there with some family and some friends, to get married on this island that we grew up on, and things start to happen. People start going missing and things start unfolding. It’s basically like Lost meets Ten Little Indians and One Tree Hill. There’s definitely a younger, pop-culture vibe to it. And, it’s fun. Every week, somebody’s going to die. It may be one person, or it may be more than one person.
The whole experience, while we were shooting, was just amazing. We literally had no idea what was happening or when we would go, until we got the scripts. Getting the scripts and reading them, we would always flip to the end to see who was going to make it and who wasn’t. It was always like Christmas morning, every time we got a script, because we would all run into the green room and open our scripts really fast, and race each other to see who could read it quicker. It was fun, but it was also really nerve-wracking. I don’t really like secrets, so it was eating away at me while I was there. It was a little bit stressful, but it kept it really exciting. We also had no idea who the killer was. It could have been any one of us. So, when we were shooting it, nobody really told us anything. We were always trying to piece it together and try to figure it out ourselves. The amount that that went on, it made us feel pretty positive, in hoping the audience who watches the show will get that involved with trying to figure it out. We experienced the same thing that I think the audience will experience, which was interesting.
MediaBlvd> Did the individual who ended up being the killer know they were killer, or were they just as in the dark?
Katie> As far as I know, everybody was in the dark.
MediaBlvd> How do you develop a backstory for a character, when you have no idea what you’re playing?
Katie> It was really difficult, in that sense. But, they didn’t want anyone to know because they didn’t want anyone to give it away. If you know, then you’re like, “Oh, that means that, if I were a crazy psychopath killer, I would be playing this scene, this way,” which would give people a clue to what was going on, and the producers and Jon Turtletaub really didn’t want that. So, everybody was in the dark. None of us knew. But, it was a really, really fun experience. Everyone that I worked with was really great and so supportive. We were like a team up there. If someone was going, you would take one for the team. It was bittersweet. You didn’t want to go, but you knew that it was really cool.
MediaBlvd> Even though you knew what you were getting yourself into, with this being only 13 episodes, and that you could be gone at any time, did you still become attached to your character and the other actors?
Katie> It made it extremely difficult because, especially shooting on location in Vancouver, it becomes like a family. You go to work, every day, and these are the people that you’re around, every day, for quite awhile. You grow attached to them. When everybody left and all was said and done, everyone probably had the same sort of bittersweet feeling. It was really sad leaving, and leaving these people, because it was such a great cast and everyone was just really great to be around. It was sad. It was like ending a show, when you find out your show is not going to be going any further and it’s the last time you’re working together. It’s sad, but it happens and you deal with it in any kind of job you’re working in. You develop relationships with people and it’s sad that they aren’t going to be the same, once you’re done. But, we all keep in touch and I hope that we will continue to do so.
MediaBlvd> Since you also do film as well, did the fact that this was a limited-run series make it more appealing for you?
Katie> That was definitely part of what was appealing to me. I knew it would be one season and then, if it went on, the way the show is designed would make it a completely different cast. That was interesting to me, and I liked that part of it. I do enjoy doing both film and television. I just want to do good work. If it’s a TV show and it’s something that I love, I’m not like, “Oh, it’s television. I don’t want to be on a television show.” I enjoy working, and I enjoy taking on different roles and characters. I just want to get myself out there and try different things. I really want to do comedy. I really want to do action movies. That would be really fun. I’ve done a little bit, with the types of films I’ve done before. And, being on Supernatural, I’ve done a lot of fighting, and that stuff is really fun.
MediaBlvd> What was it like to work with Christopher Gorham, and this ensemble of actors?
Katie> Christopher Gorham plays my fiancé, and he’s a wonderful actor. We had this relationship on set, where I was almost like his little sister. We just had this banter, back and forth. He’s so sweet and such a good guy. He became such a good friend of mine. I really, really admire him. He’s married and he’s got kids, and he’s such a great actor. It’s really nice to work with actors who actually help you bring out the best in you. He brought out so much of me, and I felt so alive in scenes with him, that it was just so fulfilling. He’s really great, and I was really lucky to work with him, as well as everybody else. Everyone was really great. Matt Barr, who plays the best man Sully, wasn’t a regular, but it’s an important role on the show and he’s such a good actor. It was so nice to see someone who is so fresh. He was refreshing to watch. And, Elaine Cassidy was wonderful. There was a lot of talent on the show and a lot of people to learn from. When I’m working with a cast, especially when I’m the youngest, I look at these opportunities like it’s such a great advantage that I am this young and I’m working with these older, experienced, wonderful actors, who I can be a sponge around and soak up as much as I possibly can. I really learned a lot from it and I’m really grateful.
MediaBlvd> Do you think there’s something in you that attracts you to these darker projects, like Harper’s Island, Supernatural and the movie Taken?
Katie> There is definitely something that has to be said for me liking the action, Lara Croft type stuff. I really want to explore that side of me. Ruby on Supernatural was this demon who fought and kicked ass the entire season. That was really fun for me. I was just exploring even more of that side of me. Without giving anything away, there are certain things that Trish (on Harper’s Island) has to take on, as the show goes on, that intertwine with the whole exploration of that part of me. I really love a woman who’s fighting back and kicking ass. I just think it’s really fun. I’d love to do more of it, but I also really want to do comedy. Those are two completely different things, but that’s okay. I want to get my hands involved in everything.
MediaBlvd> What can you say about Fencewalker and working with Chris Carter (The X-Files)?
Katie> Fencewalker was really great. It was actually really challenging for me to take on that role. I can’t say much about it, but I was going through a place in my life, while I was shooting that movie. I went through a difficult time, but it’s something that needed to happen, in order to get all the colors that Chris wanted out of this girl. That needed to happen to me. It was definitely an emotional experience, but nothing that I would ever take back. Chris Carter is a great director and a great writer. The script was amazing! And, I’m so happy to have been a part of something like that. It’s going to be really great. I think that will be out at the end of the year.
MediaBlvd> Is it hard to keep working on projects that are so secretive?
Katie> I hate secrets! But, it’s fun. It is secret and you can’t talk about it. I’d love to sit here and tell you all about the things that I’ve gone through. It makes it a little difficult when it comes to stuff like this because I can’t really get too in-depth with any of it, as far as the storyline goes, but it makes it exciting.
MediaBlvd> Has anything happened with the status of the Dallas movie that you were attached to? Is that still happening?
Katie> As of now, whether they’re going to remake it or not, who knows? When they do, I’m sure it will be a really great project, but who knows. You never know what’s going to happen.
Katie Cassidy at the premiere of "WALL-E" held at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif. on June 21, 2008.
Described as a cross between Lost, Ten Little Indians and One Tree Hill, the new CBS horror series Harper’s Island promises thrills, chills and gore in its 13-episode season. This murder mystery follows a group of family and friends who travel to a secluded island for the destination wedding of Henry (Christopher Gorham) and Trish (Katie Cassidy). As the wedding festivities begin, friendships are tested and secrets exposed as a murderer claims victims, one by one, transforming the week of fun and celebration into a terrifying struggle for survival. Everyone is a suspect. No one is safe. No one can be trusted. By the end of the 13 episodes, all questions will be answered, the killer will be revealed and only a few will survive.
Although Los Angeles native Katie Cassidy stars as The Bride, she says that didn’t make her any safer than anyone else. With the entire cast kept in the dark when they signed on, she could have just as easily ended up victim or killer. Along with this unusual television event, the multi-talented 22-year-old actress/singer/musician also spoke to MediaBlvd Magazine about the upcoming top-secret Chris Carter (The X-Files) drama, Fencewalker, and the status of her involvement with the Dallas movie.
MediaBlvd Magazine> As a kid, you did piano, guitar, singing, dancing and acting. When and how did you decide it was acting that you wanted to make a career out of?
Katie Cassidy> When I was younger, playing piano and guitar were all things that I wanted to do for a short period of time, like any kid. After awhile, it was like, “Oh, I have to go to singing lessons. I have to go to piano lessons.” I got over it and didn’t really want to go. I wanted to go be with my friends. But, the only thing that really stuck, that I was actually excited to go to and stuck with, was theater. I loved being on stage. I was in elementary school when I started, so I couldn’t say that it was about the building of characters. It was just fun to be in a play and get to goof off with some of my friends. And then, as I got older, I started actually taking it seriously, and studied and took classes, and developed myself as an artist. It’s just something that was inside of me, that I felt like I needed and wanted to do, and it just started working out. It’s really fun! It’s just exercising a different part of your brain when you do that. It’s an outlet for me.
MediaBlvd> When you come from a famous family, is it hard to develop your own sense of identity, especially when you want to create a name for yourself? And, does it make the success that you’ve had that much more rewarding?
Katie> Yes. It’s definitely difficult, in the beginning, especially being David Cassidy’s daughter or Shaun Cassidy’s niece. I knew that that was going to happen because it’s my genes. I can’t deny where I come from. But, I also knew that that would fade. When you’re actually talented and you have something to offer, people start to look at you for you, as opposed to who you’re the offspring of. I feel like a lot of actors, artists or musicians who come from famous fathers or mothers, all deal with the same thing. It’s something that you deal with. People eventually do start recognizing you for you and your good work. My first few jobs, people were like, “Oh, she only got hired because she’s so-and-so’s daughter.” But, at the end of the day, it doesn’t matter who your parents are. Sure, it does help you get into a room, but at the end of the day, you have to be able to deliver and you have to be talented because they’re not going to hire me because my dad is David Cassidy, who was famous in the 70's. I have to go into those rooms and give it my best and work really hard. It’s not that I have to work extra hard, but sometimes it’s held against me because I feel like I have something to live up to. I just want to make my family proud, and I want to be known for me. I feel like I have to go the extra mile to do that, but I’m willing to do it and it’s fine. It’s nothing that I will complain about. It’s just another challenge that I will overcome.
MediaBlvd> How did you get involved with Harper’s Island?
Katie> I had just come off of Supernatural and it was the first or second thing I auditioned for, coming off of that show. I went in and auditioned, just like everybody else. I went through the testing process for the network and the studio test, and then I ended up getting it. Once they found out I was available, they were interested, but I still had to go in there. They weren’t like, “Oh, you have the job.” I had to go in there and do my thing, and I ended up getting it.
MediaBlvd> What can you say about what Harper’s Island is and who you play on the show?
Katie> It’s 13 episodes, and it’s kind of like a 13-hour movie. It’s an event. My fiancé and I grew up in Seattle. We went to high school together, and we would go to Harper’s Island and spend our summers there. Basically, one year, this series of murders happened and all these people died. John Wakefield was the killer and, apparently, he was killed at the end of it all. My fiancé and I go back to this island to get married, to revamp the island and bring it back to life because it’s had this dark cloud over it for so long, with what happened. So, we go there with some family and some friends, to get married on this island that we grew up on, and things start to happen. People start going missing and things start unfolding. It’s basically like Lost meets Ten Little Indians and One Tree Hill. There’s definitely a younger, pop-culture vibe to it. And, it’s fun. Every week, somebody’s going to die. It may be one person, or it may be more than one person.
The whole experience, while we were shooting, was just amazing. We literally had no idea what was happening or when we would go, until we got the scripts. Getting the scripts and reading them, we would always flip to the end to see who was going to make it and who wasn’t. It was always like Christmas morning, every time we got a script, because we would all run into the green room and open our scripts really fast, and race each other to see who could read it quicker. It was fun, but it was also really nerve-wracking. I don’t really like secrets, so it was eating away at me while I was there. It was a little bit stressful, but it kept it really exciting. We also had no idea who the killer was. It could have been any one of us. So, when we were shooting it, nobody really told us anything. We were always trying to piece it together and try to figure it out ourselves. The amount that that went on, it made us feel pretty positive, in hoping the audience who watches the show will get that involved with trying to figure it out. We experienced the same thing that I think the audience will experience, which was interesting.
MediaBlvd> Did the individual who ended up being the killer know they were killer, or were they just as in the dark?
Katie> As far as I know, everybody was in the dark.
MediaBlvd> How do you develop a backstory for a character, when you have no idea what you’re playing?
Katie> It was really difficult, in that sense. But, they didn’t want anyone to know because they didn’t want anyone to give it away. If you know, then you’re like, “Oh, that means that, if I were a crazy psychopath killer, I would be playing this scene, this way,” which would give people a clue to what was going on, and the producers and Jon Turtletaub really didn’t want that. So, everybody was in the dark. None of us knew. But, it was a really, really fun experience. Everyone that I worked with was really great and so supportive. We were like a team up there. If someone was going, you would take one for the team. It was bittersweet. You didn’t want to go, but you knew that it was really cool.
MediaBlvd> Even though you knew what you were getting yourself into, with this being only 13 episodes, and that you could be gone at any time, did you still become attached to your character and the other actors?
Katie> It made it extremely difficult because, especially shooting on location in Vancouver, it becomes like a family. You go to work, every day, and these are the people that you’re around, every day, for quite awhile. You grow attached to them. When everybody left and all was said and done, everyone probably had the same sort of bittersweet feeling. It was really sad leaving, and leaving these people, because it was such a great cast and everyone was just really great to be around. It was sad. It was like ending a show, when you find out your show is not going to be going any further and it’s the last time you’re working together. It’s sad, but it happens and you deal with it in any kind of job you’re working in. You develop relationships with people and it’s sad that they aren’t going to be the same, once you’re done. But, we all keep in touch and I hope that we will continue to do so.
MediaBlvd> Since you also do film as well, did the fact that this was a limited-run series make it more appealing for you?
Katie> That was definitely part of what was appealing to me. I knew it would be one season and then, if it went on, the way the show is designed would make it a completely different cast. That was interesting to me, and I liked that part of it. I do enjoy doing both film and television. I just want to do good work. If it’s a TV show and it’s something that I love, I’m not like, “Oh, it’s television. I don’t want to be on a television show.” I enjoy working, and I enjoy taking on different roles and characters. I just want to get myself out there and try different things. I really want to do comedy. I really want to do action movies. That would be really fun. I’ve done a little bit, with the types of films I’ve done before. And, being on Supernatural, I’ve done a lot of fighting, and that stuff is really fun.
MediaBlvd> What was it like to work with Christopher Gorham, and this ensemble of actors?
Katie> Christopher Gorham plays my fiancé, and he’s a wonderful actor. We had this relationship on set, where I was almost like his little sister. We just had this banter, back and forth. He’s so sweet and such a good guy. He became such a good friend of mine. I really, really admire him. He’s married and he’s got kids, and he’s such a great actor. It’s really nice to work with actors who actually help you bring out the best in you. He brought out so much of me, and I felt so alive in scenes with him, that it was just so fulfilling. He’s really great, and I was really lucky to work with him, as well as everybody else. Everyone was really great. Matt Barr, who plays the best man Sully, wasn’t a regular, but it’s an important role on the show and he’s such a good actor. It was so nice to see someone who is so fresh. He was refreshing to watch. And, Elaine Cassidy was wonderful. There was a lot of talent on the show and a lot of people to learn from. When I’m working with a cast, especially when I’m the youngest, I look at these opportunities like it’s such a great advantage that I am this young and I’m working with these older, experienced, wonderful actors, who I can be a sponge around and soak up as much as I possibly can. I really learned a lot from it and I’m really grateful.
MediaBlvd> Do you think there’s something in you that attracts you to these darker projects, like Harper’s Island, Supernatural and the movie Taken?
Katie> There is definitely something that has to be said for me liking the action, Lara Croft type stuff. I really want to explore that side of me. Ruby on Supernatural was this demon who fought and kicked ass the entire season. That was really fun for me. I was just exploring even more of that side of me. Without giving anything away, there are certain things that Trish (on Harper’s Island) has to take on, as the show goes on, that intertwine with the whole exploration of that part of me. I really love a woman who’s fighting back and kicking ass. I just think it’s really fun. I’d love to do more of it, but I also really want to do comedy. Those are two completely different things, but that’s okay. I want to get my hands involved in everything.
MediaBlvd> What can you say about Fencewalker and working with Chris Carter (The X-Files)?
Katie> Fencewalker was really great. It was actually really challenging for me to take on that role. I can’t say much about it, but I was going through a place in my life, while I was shooting that movie. I went through a difficult time, but it’s something that needed to happen, in order to get all the colors that Chris wanted out of this girl. That needed to happen to me. It was definitely an emotional experience, but nothing that I would ever take back. Chris Carter is a great director and a great writer. The script was amazing! And, I’m so happy to have been a part of something like that. It’s going to be really great. I think that will be out at the end of the year.
MediaBlvd> Is it hard to keep working on projects that are so secretive?
Katie> I hate secrets! But, it’s fun. It is secret and you can’t talk about it. I’d love to sit here and tell you all about the things that I’ve gone through. It makes it a little difficult when it comes to stuff like this because I can’t really get too in-depth with any of it, as far as the storyline goes, but it makes it exciting.
MediaBlvd> Has anything happened with the status of the Dallas movie that you were attached to? Is that still happening?
Katie> As of now, whether they’re going to remake it or not, who knows? When they do, I’m sure it will be a really great project, but who knows. You never know what’s going to happen.
Harper's Island star shares
I spent the evening with a TV star, who ironically was also on TV when I got home. The star was Jim Beaver who is currently in the new series Harper's Island and is also a recurring actor on Supernatural. Jim was out at my local bookstore to promote his new book Life's That Way.
The book is actually a series of emails Jim wrote for his family as his wife was dying from cancer. Her diagnosis came only six weeks after they learned that their daughter was autistic. Jim wrote unabashedly about his fears and grief and in doing so, he unknowingly aided hundreds of other people who were going through the same thing.
His emails were passed from family to friends and friends of friends and soon strangers in foreign countries were writing him to say how much those writings meant to them. It's a poignant tale, certainly sad, but a real beacon for anyone dealing with the slow loss of a loved one.
On a somewhat lighter note...(I can't believe I just said that) Harper's Island knocked off three more people last night bringing the body count to five in just two weeks. This week they tried to cram in too many little stories and I hope that's not the norm. At the end, they showed a crazy trailer for the series loaded with all kinds of action and frights!
And it was so funny to see Jim Beaver as the sheriff on the show after just seeing him in person at the bookstore. I love living in Los Angeles.
The book is actually a series of emails Jim wrote for his family as his wife was dying from cancer. Her diagnosis came only six weeks after they learned that their daughter was autistic. Jim wrote unabashedly about his fears and grief and in doing so, he unknowingly aided hundreds of other people who were going through the same thing.
His emails were passed from family to friends and friends of friends and soon strangers in foreign countries were writing him to say how much those writings meant to them. It's a poignant tale, certainly sad, but a real beacon for anyone dealing with the slow loss of a loved one.
On a somewhat lighter note...(I can't believe I just said that) Harper's Island knocked off three more people last night bringing the body count to five in just two weeks. This week they tried to cram in too many little stories and I hope that's not the norm. At the end, they showed a crazy trailer for the series loaded with all kinds of action and frights!
And it was so funny to see Jim Beaver as the sheriff on the show after just seeing him in person at the bookstore. I love living in Los Angeles.
Backstage with the top seven; giddiness reigns at the first ever 'save dinner'
One big concern -- not supernatural, but nearly superhuman -- is the struggle to maintain a positive outlook in the face of all the adversity that comes with Idoldom. It is hard to comprehend, even talking with them, the pressure that these young people are under. Each week in a very short period of time they are expected to create and flawlessly execute a performance that takes into account the often dizzingly contradictory advice of the judges under Ironman triathalon like schedules and then stand alone on a cold empty stage while potentially every piece of it is analyzed and torn to pieces before and by an audience of tens of millions. Whatever the potential prize, most of us would find it difficult ever to leave the house again after such an experience, but these seven subject themselves to it week after week.
Greyson
Did anyone else think of the TV show Supernatural when the dark clouds appeared and started shooting the plumes? It was a lot like the first episode of Season 2. Still, the trailer is great, no question
Vampire Knight
decided to start this little endeavor by going with one of the most intriguing supernatural creatures to hit popular culture in recent years. No, not zombies. We'll get to them later. I speak of vampires, and specifically, vampires in high school.
2009年4月15日星期三
Smallville: TVGuide.com Readers' Questions Answered!
To help pass the time until Smallville returns on April 23 with the final four episodes of the season, executive producer Kelly Souders answered questions from the CW series' superfans here at TVGuide.com. Read on to see what Souders had to share about Clark's destiny, Lois' future, Chloe's crises, a surprising pairing and much more.
Clark can fly but simply hasn't finalized it yet, in my opinion. When will we see him mastering this ability? — Tombstone25
Kelly Souders: Clark Kent won't really become Superman until he takes to the skies. We all have our stumbling blocks; his are just airborne. Until he can fully embrace his double-life, he'll have a hard time getting off the ground. But, we will say, his "leaps" are getting closer and closer to the real thing.
Are there plans to explore more of Lois' past in future episodes? Because we Lois fans are dying to learn more about her. And if she and Clark don't kiss soon, we might go just a little crazy! — Nora_1983
Souders: Please don't go crazy. We're all anxious for those two ships to stop passing in the night. Lois fans will be excited to hear you'll be seeing more of Lois in the future. She's fascinating and we'll never stop digging into what makes her tick.
Will we see more of Chloe as Watchtower in the upcoming episodes? — Tyson08
Souders: Watchtower.... All we'll say is "stay tuned."
"Watchtower officially online" — that scene rocked! Is there any chance of a relationship between Watchtower and Green Arrow? The idea of that seems so wrong but at the same time so right. — Lorraine
Souders: We love anything that is so wrong and so right. We know Chloe and Oliver's paths will keep crossing and evolving. But Watchtower and Green Arrow? That will give us a lot to twitter about in the writers' room!
Why is Clark so remote from Chloe this season? Is he done being her "personal bomb squad" at a time when she needs him more than ever? — meab
Souders: Clark has the weight of the world on his shoulders and one of his few flaws is that he doesn't always see the problems closest to him. That relationship has been tested this season — and we must admit it hasn't seen the worst of the exams.
Will we see Green Arrow and RBB team up anytime soon this season or next? — rip
Souders: Yes. But the outcome may surprise you.
I probably won't get a straight answer but I am going to take a chance: Did you think that was the best closure for Clark and Lana? Breaking them up because they had to, not because they learned as adults they were not going to work? — marhikaty
Souders: We wanted the young Lana we met eight years ago — the girl who always needed to be saved — to finish her arc as far from that helpless cheerleader as possible. It's because they were adults, challenging each other to be stronger and better, that they had to part. The Kryptonite was really a symbol for what fans knew all along — that they weren't destined for each other.
What has been your favorite episode this season and why? — heinzy512
Souders: I'm a big fan of "Identity." Watching Clark struggle with his two personas has been interesting and fun. I loved seeing him backed into corners from which he wasn't sure how to escape.
Although [Smallville series cocreators] Al Gough and Miles Millar have left the building, do you keep in contact with them? — smallville836
Souders: We absolutely do keep in contact with them. They created the show and had the vision for it.
Are any of the executive producers going to do commentaries on the Season 8 DVD? — Lennox
Souders: Brian [Peterson] and Darren [Swimmer] did it last week. Unfortunately, I had a fever of 102. But the episodes picked were two of my favorites from this year.
The ratings have been great this year and we've even been renewed for another season. What do you think kept people tuning in? And do you hope to capitalize on whatever that was next year? — HelgaNR
Souders: Hopefully people have been tuning in for the characters. It's been a lot of fun to watch them grow up. They still have a few growing pains to endure, but seeing them evolve into three-dimensional people with issues and baggage like the rest of us has been exciting. It never hurts to be reminded that even Superman has his off days. And diving further into the DC [Comics] world has been rich with possibilities. We plan to continue with both those aspects of the show — as well as come up with some new ones!
Crave scoop on your favorite TV shows? E-mail senior editors Matt, Mickey and Tim at
Clark can fly but simply hasn't finalized it yet, in my opinion. When will we see him mastering this ability? — Tombstone25
Kelly Souders: Clark Kent won't really become Superman until he takes to the skies. We all have our stumbling blocks; his are just airborne. Until he can fully embrace his double-life, he'll have a hard time getting off the ground. But, we will say, his "leaps" are getting closer and closer to the real thing.
Are there plans to explore more of Lois' past in future episodes? Because we Lois fans are dying to learn more about her. And if she and Clark don't kiss soon, we might go just a little crazy! — Nora_1983
Souders: Please don't go crazy. We're all anxious for those two ships to stop passing in the night. Lois fans will be excited to hear you'll be seeing more of Lois in the future. She's fascinating and we'll never stop digging into what makes her tick.
Will we see more of Chloe as Watchtower in the upcoming episodes? — Tyson08
Souders: Watchtower.... All we'll say is "stay tuned."
"Watchtower officially online" — that scene rocked! Is there any chance of a relationship between Watchtower and Green Arrow? The idea of that seems so wrong but at the same time so right. — Lorraine
Souders: We love anything that is so wrong and so right. We know Chloe and Oliver's paths will keep crossing and evolving. But Watchtower and Green Arrow? That will give us a lot to twitter about in the writers' room!
Why is Clark so remote from Chloe this season? Is he done being her "personal bomb squad" at a time when she needs him more than ever? — meab
Souders: Clark has the weight of the world on his shoulders and one of his few flaws is that he doesn't always see the problems closest to him. That relationship has been tested this season — and we must admit it hasn't seen the worst of the exams.
Will we see Green Arrow and RBB team up anytime soon this season or next? — rip
Souders: Yes. But the outcome may surprise you.
I probably won't get a straight answer but I am going to take a chance: Did you think that was the best closure for Clark and Lana? Breaking them up because they had to, not because they learned as adults they were not going to work? — marhikaty
Souders: We wanted the young Lana we met eight years ago — the girl who always needed to be saved — to finish her arc as far from that helpless cheerleader as possible. It's because they were adults, challenging each other to be stronger and better, that they had to part. The Kryptonite was really a symbol for what fans knew all along — that they weren't destined for each other.
What has been your favorite episode this season and why? — heinzy512
Souders: I'm a big fan of "Identity." Watching Clark struggle with his two personas has been interesting and fun. I loved seeing him backed into corners from which he wasn't sure how to escape.
Although [Smallville series cocreators] Al Gough and Miles Millar have left the building, do you keep in contact with them? — smallville836
Souders: We absolutely do keep in contact with them. They created the show and had the vision for it.
Are any of the executive producers going to do commentaries on the Season 8 DVD? — Lennox
Souders: Brian [Peterson] and Darren [Swimmer] did it last week. Unfortunately, I had a fever of 102. But the episodes picked were two of my favorites from this year.
The ratings have been great this year and we've even been renewed for another season. What do you think kept people tuning in? And do you hope to capitalize on whatever that was next year? — HelgaNR
Souders: Hopefully people have been tuning in for the characters. It's been a lot of fun to watch them grow up. They still have a few growing pains to endure, but seeing them evolve into three-dimensional people with issues and baggage like the rest of us has been exciting. It never hurts to be reminded that even Superman has his off days. And diving further into the DC [Comics] world has been rich with possibilities. We plan to continue with both those aspects of the show — as well as come up with some new ones!
Crave scoop on your favorite TV shows? E-mail senior editors Matt, Mickey and Tim at
Entity FX Ships Visual Effects for "Harper's Island"
DMN Newswire--2009-4-15--Santa Monica, CA, and Vancouver, BC (April 15, 2009) �?? Award-winning visual effects company Entity FX has completed visual effects for "Harper's Island," a new murder-mystery-style television drama airing Thursday evenings at 10:00 PM Eastern/Pacific on CBS. Entity FX created visual effects for the show's 13 episodes, which began airing April 9, 2009.
Entity FX leveraged the team at its Vancouver, Canada-based satellite office to produce a range of diverse effects and composites across Season 1, which is set on a remote island in the Pacific Northwest. Entity FX added (and removed) blood, crafted CG weapons and prosthetics, supplied some significant digital makeup and added a variety of virtual backgrounds, all in support of a story line that sees the show's characters killed off in different �?? often gruesome �?? ways, one by one. Visual effects also worked closely with practical effects and stunts for such collaborative effects as wire and rig removal.
"The concept for 'Harper's Island' is different from a regular series and we had more of a film-style schedule in terms of delivering the visual effects," commented Dan Rucinski, Executive Producer, Entity FX. "Anything could happen from episode to episode so we had to be ready to handle any possible kind of visual effect. The challenge was often to show enough but not too much."
"Harper's Island" features a story arc that is completed in 13 episodes, and ends with the killer being revealed. Jon Turteltaub (National Treasure, Instinct, While You Were Sleeping) helmed the series premiere and also executive produces.
This season, Entity FX has also been responsible for visual effects for shows including "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles" and "Entourage" as well as the eighth season of "Smallville." Other projects include television pilots "The Vampire Diaries," "Eastwick" and "Jesse James is a Dead Man" (for Spike TV). Entity FX is nominated for a 2009 Sports Emmy Award for the Fox Sports Network show "Sports Science."
About Entity FX
Entity FX is an award-winning visual effects studio specializing in feature film, television and commercials. With facilities in Santa Monica, California, and Vancouver, British Columbia, Entity FX delivers creativity on the demands of today�??s production with a range of services in pre-visualization, on-set supervision, virtual backgrounds, matte painting, environmental effects, compositing, CG animation, specialty photography and more.
Entity FX has contributed visual effects to a range of motion pictures including The Spirit, The X Files: I Want To Believe, Into the Wild, Rush Hour 3, Miami Vice, Spider-Man 2, The Aviator, Scary Movie 4, Herbie: Fully Loaded and many others. Credits in television include Smallville, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Pushing Daisies, Fight Science, Crime 360, 48 Hours Mystery and numerous other television pilots, specials and shows. Entity FX has received several awards and nominations from the Visual Effects Society and was awarded an Emmy in 2008 for its work on Sport Science. For more information, visit www.entityfx.com or call (310) 899-9779 (Santa Monica) or (604) 646-2400 (Vancouver).
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Entity FX leveraged the team at its Vancouver, Canada-based satellite office to produce a range of diverse effects and composites across Season 1, which is set on a remote island in the Pacific Northwest. Entity FX added (and removed) blood, crafted CG weapons and prosthetics, supplied some significant digital makeup and added a variety of virtual backgrounds, all in support of a story line that sees the show's characters killed off in different �?? often gruesome �?? ways, one by one. Visual effects also worked closely with practical effects and stunts for such collaborative effects as wire and rig removal.
"The concept for 'Harper's Island' is different from a regular series and we had more of a film-style schedule in terms of delivering the visual effects," commented Dan Rucinski, Executive Producer, Entity FX. "Anything could happen from episode to episode so we had to be ready to handle any possible kind of visual effect. The challenge was often to show enough but not too much."
"Harper's Island" features a story arc that is completed in 13 episodes, and ends with the killer being revealed. Jon Turteltaub (National Treasure, Instinct, While You Were Sleeping) helmed the series premiere and also executive produces.
This season, Entity FX has also been responsible for visual effects for shows including "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles" and "Entourage" as well as the eighth season of "Smallville." Other projects include television pilots "The Vampire Diaries," "Eastwick" and "Jesse James is a Dead Man" (for Spike TV). Entity FX is nominated for a 2009 Sports Emmy Award for the Fox Sports Network show "Sports Science."
About Entity FX
Entity FX is an award-winning visual effects studio specializing in feature film, television and commercials. With facilities in Santa Monica, California, and Vancouver, British Columbia, Entity FX delivers creativity on the demands of today�??s production with a range of services in pre-visualization, on-set supervision, virtual backgrounds, matte painting, environmental effects, compositing, CG animation, specialty photography and more.
Entity FX has contributed visual effects to a range of motion pictures including The Spirit, The X Files: I Want To Believe, Into the Wild, Rush Hour 3, Miami Vice, Spider-Man 2, The Aviator, Scary Movie 4, Herbie: Fully Loaded and many others. Credits in television include Smallville, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Pushing Daisies, Fight Science, Crime 360, 48 Hours Mystery and numerous other television pilots, specials and shows. Entity FX has received several awards and nominations from the Visual Effects Society and was awarded an Emmy in 2008 for its work on Sport Science. For more information, visit www.entityfx.com or call (310) 899-9779 (Santa Monica) or (604) 646-2400 (Vancouver).
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American Idol goes to the movies
American Idol gets a visit from filmmaker Quentin Tarantino as the Idols sing movies' greatest hits. 90210 finally welcomes home Tori Spelling.
Dancing with the Stars is really heating up as Gilles stumbled a little (according to the judges, not me) and Lil' Kim rocked the jailhouse! You can read all about it in my Dancing with the Stars recap.
Now, I have a confession to make. I'm not really a sitcom person, but I've fallen hard for The Big Bang Theory. Yes, I know it's been on forever, but I tuned in to see Summer Glau a few weeks ago and now I'm hooked. Those geeks - that's my life.
Living the life I imagine is Nathan Fillion as Castle. He was working a case of voodoo last night and lo and behold, look who showed up. It was Aldis Hodge from Leverage. I met Aldis at that Supernatural convention a few weeks back and you couldn't ask for a sweeter, funnier person. Right now he's back at work filming the second season of Leverage, which should debut this summer. I can't wait. Don't miss my interview with Nathan here.
In the meantime, I'll have to be happy with what's on tonight. Let's take a look.
TONIGHT ON TV --TUESDAY, APRIL 14
ABC begins with a double dose of According to Jim, then it's Rascal Flatts on the Dancing with the Stars results show and then a new episode of Cupid.
The CW takes on the fear of flying on Reaper, then Donna Martin (Tori Spelling) returns on 90210.
Fox should hit it big with another installment of American Idol then a beast is on the loose on Fringe!
NBC starts with the Biggest Loser: Couples and ends with a repeat of Law & Order: SVU.
CBS is mostly reruns; NCIS, The Mentalist, but a new Without a Trace.
OVER ON CABLE
BET serves up new episodes of College Hill: South Beach.
FX has Rescue Me, TBS goes with a new My Boys.
MTV picks a winner on From G's to Gents and you don't want to miss Toddlers and Tiaras on TLC.
If you have HBO, they're running an In Treatment marathon.
NEWS AND NOTABLE
Showtime has bought one more season of The Tudors.
Dancing with the Stars is really heating up as Gilles stumbled a little (according to the judges, not me) and Lil' Kim rocked the jailhouse! You can read all about it in my Dancing with the Stars recap.
Now, I have a confession to make. I'm not really a sitcom person, but I've fallen hard for The Big Bang Theory. Yes, I know it's been on forever, but I tuned in to see Summer Glau a few weeks ago and now I'm hooked. Those geeks - that's my life.
Living the life I imagine is Nathan Fillion as Castle. He was working a case of voodoo last night and lo and behold, look who showed up. It was Aldis Hodge from Leverage. I met Aldis at that Supernatural convention a few weeks back and you couldn't ask for a sweeter, funnier person. Right now he's back at work filming the second season of Leverage, which should debut this summer. I can't wait. Don't miss my interview with Nathan here.
In the meantime, I'll have to be happy with what's on tonight. Let's take a look.
TONIGHT ON TV --TUESDAY, APRIL 14
ABC begins with a double dose of According to Jim, then it's Rascal Flatts on the Dancing with the Stars results show and then a new episode of Cupid.
The CW takes on the fear of flying on Reaper, then Donna Martin (Tori Spelling) returns on 90210.
Fox should hit it big with another installment of American Idol then a beast is on the loose on Fringe!
NBC starts with the Biggest Loser: Couples and ends with a repeat of Law & Order: SVU.
CBS is mostly reruns; NCIS, The Mentalist, but a new Without a Trace.
OVER ON CABLE
BET serves up new episodes of College Hill: South Beach.
FX has Rescue Me, TBS goes with a new My Boys.
MTV picks a winner on From G's to Gents and you don't want to miss Toddlers and Tiaras on TLC.
If you have HBO, they're running an In Treatment marathon.
NEWS AND NOTABLE
Showtime has bought one more season of The Tudors.
Lost' among TV shows that faith finds its way into
Scripted shows that overtly dwell on religion rarely do well. One need only look at NBC's worthy yet poorly treated and short-lived 2006 series "The Book of Daniel" for proof of that.
Perhaps viewers—or, more likely, broadcast networks—aren't quite ready for a series that delves into specific faiths. Because they're on the margins, genre shows such as "Supernatural" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" usually get away with the use of religious imagery and ideas. TNT's "Saving Grace" has at least attempted to examine spiritual matters, but the drama has been frustratingly uneven in that arena (among others). In any case, shows that are meant to be crowd-pleasers are usually skittish when it comes to the hard questions about faith, God and doubt.
Yet "Lost" (8 p.m. Wednesday, ABC), one of the most passionately followed shows in the history of television, has freely examined spiritual questions for five seasons. And "Battlestar Galactica," the show that most resembles "Lost" in ambition and density, concluded its fourth and final season as it had begun—with characters debating the existence and intentions of God.
Killer robots and polar bears—now I see what "The Book of Daniel" lacked!
In all seriousness, though, you have to give "Lost" top marks for timing. A few days before Easter, it broadcast an episode in which a character who had been dead but who had risen again received special orders from the unseen, powerful force that has been manipulating events.
From all indications—not least the beatific look on his face—John Locke (Terry O'Quinn) is now the island's "chosen one." To continue along this line of speculation, it's hard not to see the crafty Ben Linus (Michael Emerson) as a fallen angel—one who thought he was fighting for the right cause but who may have lost his soul along the way.
Whatever Ben is—a fallen angel or just a manipulative man—he's surely in hell now. The island, which subjected him to its Smokey-style "judgment day," didn't kill him, but he must live with the knowledge that he let his daughter die, and now he must serve Locke, whom Ben thinks is pathetic.
And just who or what is Locke, anyway? The title of the April 8 episode was "Dead Is Dead," but is that really true?
Like Jack's (Matthew Fox) father, Christian (John Terry), Locke came back to the island in a coffin, but now both are doing the bidding of whatever entity controls the island. That entity either is, or speaks through, the mysterious, unseen character Jacob. Meeting that guy ought to be interesting.
"All this has happened before and will happen again"—that was a phrase often heard on "Battlestar," and characters on "Lost" have been debating whether they can change the past or the future. (And to digress for a moment, if the show has had one flaw in an otherwise strong and engrossing season, it's that the time-travel math can be pretty confusing.)
But the good news is, even if certain events seem fated to occur (and re-occur), even if some are fated to destroy themselves, personal redemption is possible, "Lost" appears to be saying. Even within epic time loops in which history seems to be repeating itself, individuals have some free will, and how that free will is exercised matters.
Tuning in every Wednesday? That's no longer a matter of free will for "Lost" fans. Especially now that time's running out on "Lost." A recent ABC press release indicated that the show's April 29 outing marks "Lost's" 100th episode. And next season will be the series' last.
God only knows what we'll do when it's over.
Perhaps viewers—or, more likely, broadcast networks—aren't quite ready for a series that delves into specific faiths. Because they're on the margins, genre shows such as "Supernatural" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" usually get away with the use of religious imagery and ideas. TNT's "Saving Grace" has at least attempted to examine spiritual matters, but the drama has been frustratingly uneven in that arena (among others). In any case, shows that are meant to be crowd-pleasers are usually skittish when it comes to the hard questions about faith, God and doubt.
Yet "Lost" (8 p.m. Wednesday, ABC), one of the most passionately followed shows in the history of television, has freely examined spiritual questions for five seasons. And "Battlestar Galactica," the show that most resembles "Lost" in ambition and density, concluded its fourth and final season as it had begun—with characters debating the existence and intentions of God.
Killer robots and polar bears—now I see what "The Book of Daniel" lacked!
In all seriousness, though, you have to give "Lost" top marks for timing. A few days before Easter, it broadcast an episode in which a character who had been dead but who had risen again received special orders from the unseen, powerful force that has been manipulating events.
From all indications—not least the beatific look on his face—John Locke (Terry O'Quinn) is now the island's "chosen one." To continue along this line of speculation, it's hard not to see the crafty Ben Linus (Michael Emerson) as a fallen angel—one who thought he was fighting for the right cause but who may have lost his soul along the way.
Whatever Ben is—a fallen angel or just a manipulative man—he's surely in hell now. The island, which subjected him to its Smokey-style "judgment day," didn't kill him, but he must live with the knowledge that he let his daughter die, and now he must serve Locke, whom Ben thinks is pathetic.
And just who or what is Locke, anyway? The title of the April 8 episode was "Dead Is Dead," but is that really true?
Like Jack's (Matthew Fox) father, Christian (John Terry), Locke came back to the island in a coffin, but now both are doing the bidding of whatever entity controls the island. That entity either is, or speaks through, the mysterious, unseen character Jacob. Meeting that guy ought to be interesting.
"All this has happened before and will happen again"—that was a phrase often heard on "Battlestar," and characters on "Lost" have been debating whether they can change the past or the future. (And to digress for a moment, if the show has had one flaw in an otherwise strong and engrossing season, it's that the time-travel math can be pretty confusing.)
But the good news is, even if certain events seem fated to occur (and re-occur), even if some are fated to destroy themselves, personal redemption is possible, "Lost" appears to be saying. Even within epic time loops in which history seems to be repeating itself, individuals have some free will, and how that free will is exercised matters.
Tuning in every Wednesday? That's no longer a matter of free will for "Lost" fans. Especially now that time's running out on "Lost." A recent ABC press release indicated that the show's April 29 outing marks "Lost's" 100th episode. And next season will be the series' last.
God only knows what we'll do when it's over.
Mega Buzz on Grey's, CSI, Mad Men, Lost, Dexter & More!
Every week, senior editors Matt Webb Mitovich, Mickey O'Connor and Tim Molloy satisfy your need for TV scoop. Please send all questions to mega_scoop@tvguide.com.
Could you give me any scoop you have on Grey's Anatomy, ideally something about Mark and Lexie? I need my fix! — Frances
MATT: Does McSteamy "do" parents? That's the big question in the April 30 episode, when a now-sober Thatcher Grey invites his daughter and her new beau out to dinner. Now, just supposing that Mark is down for some dining, can the reformed cad put on a good show? And this just in: A source tells me that on Mer and Der's wedding day, airing May 7, the groom gifts his bride with (incurable romantic alert!) her first solo surgery. How that fits into a little blue Tiffany box, I do not know.
The past two seasons of CSI have ended with a cliff-hanger. Season 7 ended with Sara left in the Vegas desert by the Miniature Killer, and Season 8 ended with Warrick being accused of murder (and eventually murdered himself). Will Season 9 follow that same pattern? — Jocelyn
TIM: Wow, nice rundown! Wallace Langham tells us the self-contained season-ender features Laurence Fishburne's Langston in the line of fire: "You see him put into some situations that are new for him, as far as being out in the field and having to deal with perpetrators." Langham's Hodges, meanwhile, gets to stay in the lab, where he's happiest. (Coming Thursday: Read our full Q&A with Langham about this week's sci-fi-themed episode.)
Is there a premiere date for Season 3 of Mad Men yet? — Misti
MICKEY: Tell you what, I can officially narrow down the "summer" return date to early August. As with last season, don't expect tidy resolutions to the finale's cliff-hangers — e.g., Peggy's revelation to Pete, Betty's pregnancy, Joan's rape — since the show will most surely jump ahead in time again. Can you think of any 1960s historical events that might serve as a juicy metaphorical backdrop (as the Cuban Missile Crisis did in Season 2)? I can.
I love Lost! But I am still wondering why Miles was blackmailing Ben for $3.2 million, and why/how Ben had that much money on the island? — Sara
MATT: You will get the answer to at least the first half of your question in this week's Miles-centric episode, "Some Like It Hoth" — when a dollar amount other than $3.2 mil is brought up. I'm hearing that in the subsequent episode, airing April 29, the long-MIA Daniel Faraday will demonstrate just how well he knows the Island. (Hint: They are much more than Facebook friends.)
What ever happened to Dexter? Is there going to be a fourth season? — Rachel
TIM: Of course, he's a serial killer. Season 4 goes into production in late May/early June and will probably premiere toward the end of September. If you couldn't guess from last season's wedding finale, the next cycle focuses on Dexter as a family man: How does he balance his role as a husband and father of three with his grisly nocturnal endeavors? Most parents can't find time to catch a movie, much less mete out bloody vengeance.
Who do we have to bribe, beg or threaten over at Fringe to get Joshua Jackson more screen time? I am getting very frustrated at how little he is used in each episode. What gives? — Cheri
MICKEY: First of all, you have to bribe me. I like Hendrick's gin, dark chocolate, bibimbap and shiny things. Once I receive your hypothetical generous "donations," I will probably be able to tell you about a big Peter Bishop reveal in the season finale (my mole breathlessly called it "major major major" — and it is). Before then, though, we're going to get a bit more information about Olivia's twisted childhood brush with scientific testing, the unmasking of Dr. William Bell and the mysterious, robot-armed Nina Sharp. And as with most things on Fringe, these are all related developments.
I know that Fox starts airing the final six episodes of Prison Break this Friday. But why aren't Episodes 23 and 24, which presumably wrap everything up, on the schedule? I'm baffled. — Al
MATT: You're not baffled, just understandably confused. Episodes 21 and 22, airing May 15, will offer "a completely satisfying ending" to the Break — including a where-are-they-now, flash-forward coda, series creator Matt Olmstead tells the Buzz. That which you call "Episodes 23 and 24" is actually a two-hour standalone movie produced on the studio's own dime, but neither ordered nor scheduled by Fox. Explaining the origin of Prison Break: The Final Break — which tells the story of another imprisonment/breakout — Olmstead says, "This is a cool story we want to tell ... so we went ahead with it, not knowing for sure where it would air." At the very least, you can pre-order it on DVD.
Any word on when the new season of Sons of Anarchy will start? I've heard as late as October and as early as May! — Sherri
TIM: We'd bank on closer to October: The first episode of the new season's 13 episodes wraps in mid-May. And while no exact return date is set in stone, look for Henry Rollins to join the cast as a member of a rival gang (who, we hope, vents his hostility through extremely hardcore spoken-word).
When does In Plain Sight come back? Please tell me that Jinx and Brandi will be gone. — Mario
MICKEY: I'm sorry; I cannot tell you that, Mario. But it's a good thing that the ruesome twosome is sticking around because Mary is going to need them. She might be tough as nails, but her recent trauma will have repercussions — of the PTSD variety. But how is her erratic behavior related to those mysterious letters that she's been getting from her dad? Check out the season premiere on Sunday night (10 pm/ET, USA) to find out.
Mega Buzz got me hooked on Harper's Island! Now give me scoop on my new guilty pleasure. — Maria
MATT: Before you pin Uncle Marty's gory gutting on the father of the bride (Richard Burgi), consider this: A moment left on the cutting room floor positioned comely Chloe's British beau, Cal, as just as big a suspect. In the snipped scene, Harry Hamlin told me, "Marty happens by as Chloe is naked and wet, coming out of the water. I hand her my handkerchief and say, 'I wish this was a little bigger, but... ..' And then her boyfriend shows up." During the gents' never-to-be-seen scrape, Marty's gun falls out, prompting him to claim he's FBI. But was he?
Any Gossip Girl scoop? Nate and Serena aren't hooking up for season finale, right? — Daniel
MICKEY: No! That would never happen! I mean, Nate and Serena would totally be the least likely couple in all of Gossip-dom, especially considering their sleazy history. It would be totally unexpected, right? Plus, when I mentioned that the producers should fix Gossip Girl by dirtying up fuzzy bunnies Serena and Nate, it's not like the powers that be were listening. Right? Right?
I remember the Supernatural producers saying last summer that we'd be seeing Steven Williams' Rufus this season — yet so far, nothing. Is that still happening? — Alexandra
MATT: In a word, sorta. The boys will hear from Rufus in Episode 21, which is titled "When the Levee Breaks" and airs May 7.
Mickey's Mega Rave: My love for Tina Fey is deeper than my bedroom voice, but lately it's hard to overlook her gifted cohorts over at 30 Rock, in particular the unlikely comedy duo of Tracy Morgan and Jane Krakowski. You can point to the show's always pitch-perfect writing, but without the actors' very different comic chops, a storyline about avicide doesn't exactly spell comedy gold. "Birds are like little dinosaurs!" Indeed.
Matt's Mini Rant: Yes, I love CBS' How I Hid Your Pregnancy. But no, I cannot swallow the plot twist that found Ted quitting his job with a prestigious architecture firm in order to open his own shop. Really — in this economy?
Tim's Micro Riff: Rejoice, Trekkies: a CSI episode, a new movie, and this.
Reader Quote of the Week: "[Mel Gibson has a] 'gold-digging wife'? I'm trying to picture this. Yes, I've figured out her master plan: 'I'll marry this unknown guy, have a bunch of kids, and just shy of 30 years of marriage I'll dump him and get his money!' Give me a break." (ems823, addressing a fellow reader's comment on Mel Gibson's divorce)
Crave scoop on your favorite TV shows? E-mail Matt, Mickey and Tim at mega_scoop@tvguide.com. Remember, the question you don't ask is a question we can't answer!
Could you give me any scoop you have on Grey's Anatomy, ideally something about Mark and Lexie? I need my fix! — Frances
MATT: Does McSteamy "do" parents? That's the big question in the April 30 episode, when a now-sober Thatcher Grey invites his daughter and her new beau out to dinner. Now, just supposing that Mark is down for some dining, can the reformed cad put on a good show? And this just in: A source tells me that on Mer and Der's wedding day, airing May 7, the groom gifts his bride with (incurable romantic alert!) her first solo surgery. How that fits into a little blue Tiffany box, I do not know.
The past two seasons of CSI have ended with a cliff-hanger. Season 7 ended with Sara left in the Vegas desert by the Miniature Killer, and Season 8 ended with Warrick being accused of murder (and eventually murdered himself). Will Season 9 follow that same pattern? — Jocelyn
TIM: Wow, nice rundown! Wallace Langham tells us the self-contained season-ender features Laurence Fishburne's Langston in the line of fire: "You see him put into some situations that are new for him, as far as being out in the field and having to deal with perpetrators." Langham's Hodges, meanwhile, gets to stay in the lab, where he's happiest. (Coming Thursday: Read our full Q&A with Langham about this week's sci-fi-themed episode.)
Is there a premiere date for Season 3 of Mad Men yet? — Misti
MICKEY: Tell you what, I can officially narrow down the "summer" return date to early August. As with last season, don't expect tidy resolutions to the finale's cliff-hangers — e.g., Peggy's revelation to Pete, Betty's pregnancy, Joan's rape — since the show will most surely jump ahead in time again. Can you think of any 1960s historical events that might serve as a juicy metaphorical backdrop (as the Cuban Missile Crisis did in Season 2)? I can.
I love Lost! But I am still wondering why Miles was blackmailing Ben for $3.2 million, and why/how Ben had that much money on the island? — Sara
MATT: You will get the answer to at least the first half of your question in this week's Miles-centric episode, "Some Like It Hoth" — when a dollar amount other than $3.2 mil is brought up. I'm hearing that in the subsequent episode, airing April 29, the long-MIA Daniel Faraday will demonstrate just how well he knows the Island. (Hint: They are much more than Facebook friends.)
What ever happened to Dexter? Is there going to be a fourth season? — Rachel
TIM: Of course, he's a serial killer. Season 4 goes into production in late May/early June and will probably premiere toward the end of September. If you couldn't guess from last season's wedding finale, the next cycle focuses on Dexter as a family man: How does he balance his role as a husband and father of three with his grisly nocturnal endeavors? Most parents can't find time to catch a movie, much less mete out bloody vengeance.
Who do we have to bribe, beg or threaten over at Fringe to get Joshua Jackson more screen time? I am getting very frustrated at how little he is used in each episode. What gives? — Cheri
MICKEY: First of all, you have to bribe me. I like Hendrick's gin, dark chocolate, bibimbap and shiny things. Once I receive your hypothetical generous "donations," I will probably be able to tell you about a big Peter Bishop reveal in the season finale (my mole breathlessly called it "major major major" — and it is). Before then, though, we're going to get a bit more information about Olivia's twisted childhood brush with scientific testing, the unmasking of Dr. William Bell and the mysterious, robot-armed Nina Sharp. And as with most things on Fringe, these are all related developments.
I know that Fox starts airing the final six episodes of Prison Break this Friday. But why aren't Episodes 23 and 24, which presumably wrap everything up, on the schedule? I'm baffled. — Al
MATT: You're not baffled, just understandably confused. Episodes 21 and 22, airing May 15, will offer "a completely satisfying ending" to the Break — including a where-are-they-now, flash-forward coda, series creator Matt Olmstead tells the Buzz. That which you call "Episodes 23 and 24" is actually a two-hour standalone movie produced on the studio's own dime, but neither ordered nor scheduled by Fox. Explaining the origin of Prison Break: The Final Break — which tells the story of another imprisonment/breakout — Olmstead says, "This is a cool story we want to tell ... so we went ahead with it, not knowing for sure where it would air." At the very least, you can pre-order it on DVD.
Any word on when the new season of Sons of Anarchy will start? I've heard as late as October and as early as May! — Sherri
TIM: We'd bank on closer to October: The first episode of the new season's 13 episodes wraps in mid-May. And while no exact return date is set in stone, look for Henry Rollins to join the cast as a member of a rival gang (who, we hope, vents his hostility through extremely hardcore spoken-word).
When does In Plain Sight come back? Please tell me that Jinx and Brandi will be gone. — Mario
MICKEY: I'm sorry; I cannot tell you that, Mario. But it's a good thing that the ruesome twosome is sticking around because Mary is going to need them. She might be tough as nails, but her recent trauma will have repercussions — of the PTSD variety. But how is her erratic behavior related to those mysterious letters that she's been getting from her dad? Check out the season premiere on Sunday night (10 pm/ET, USA) to find out.
Mega Buzz got me hooked on Harper's Island! Now give me scoop on my new guilty pleasure. — Maria
MATT: Before you pin Uncle Marty's gory gutting on the father of the bride (Richard Burgi), consider this: A moment left on the cutting room floor positioned comely Chloe's British beau, Cal, as just as big a suspect. In the snipped scene, Harry Hamlin told me, "Marty happens by as Chloe is naked and wet, coming out of the water. I hand her my handkerchief and say, 'I wish this was a little bigger, but... ..' And then her boyfriend shows up." During the gents' never-to-be-seen scrape, Marty's gun falls out, prompting him to claim he's FBI. But was he?
Any Gossip Girl scoop? Nate and Serena aren't hooking up for season finale, right? — Daniel
MICKEY: No! That would never happen! I mean, Nate and Serena would totally be the least likely couple in all of Gossip-dom, especially considering their sleazy history. It would be totally unexpected, right? Plus, when I mentioned that the producers should fix Gossip Girl by dirtying up fuzzy bunnies Serena and Nate, it's not like the powers that be were listening. Right? Right?
I remember the Supernatural producers saying last summer that we'd be seeing Steven Williams' Rufus this season — yet so far, nothing. Is that still happening? — Alexandra
MATT: In a word, sorta. The boys will hear from Rufus in Episode 21, which is titled "When the Levee Breaks" and airs May 7.
Mickey's Mega Rave: My love for Tina Fey is deeper than my bedroom voice, but lately it's hard to overlook her gifted cohorts over at 30 Rock, in particular the unlikely comedy duo of Tracy Morgan and Jane Krakowski. You can point to the show's always pitch-perfect writing, but without the actors' very different comic chops, a storyline about avicide doesn't exactly spell comedy gold. "Birds are like little dinosaurs!" Indeed.
Matt's Mini Rant: Yes, I love CBS' How I Hid Your Pregnancy. But no, I cannot swallow the plot twist that found Ted quitting his job with a prestigious architecture firm in order to open his own shop. Really — in this economy?
Tim's Micro Riff: Rejoice, Trekkies: a CSI episode, a new movie, and this.
Reader Quote of the Week: "[Mel Gibson has a] 'gold-digging wife'? I'm trying to picture this. Yes, I've figured out her master plan: 'I'll marry this unknown guy, have a bunch of kids, and just shy of 30 years of marriage I'll dump him and get his money!' Give me a break." (ems823, addressing a fellow reader's comment on Mel Gibson's divorce)
Crave scoop on your favorite TV shows? E-mail Matt, Mickey and Tim at mega_scoop@tvguide.com. Remember, the question you don't ask is a question we can't answer!
Supernatural: Keeps Getting Better
Everyone’s favorite horror show/drama is only getting more and more interesting.
Two brothers fighting evil beings, rapier wit, and hot lead characters. This is the potent combination that is Supernatural. And it is just getting better. In the first season, we meet Sam and Dean Winchester, played brilliantly by Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles, two brothers on a search for their father who raised them to hunt demons, vampires, and all manner of things that go bump in the night.
We find that Sam has special abilities; we find that Dean has a hard time functioning with out their father.We learn that killer music selection is part of this show's appeal. And we find that this show is highly addictive, constantly making fans beg for more.
In the third season finale, Dean went to Hell after his contract is up and his year is spent. In the fourth season opener, Dean is alive, digging himself out of his grave and curious as to why he was saved. This season promises to be the best yet, as the boys and the fans prepare themselves for the ultimate showdown: the Apocalypse.
Two brothers fighting evil beings, rapier wit, and hot lead characters. This is the potent combination that is Supernatural. And it is just getting better. In the first season, we meet Sam and Dean Winchester, played brilliantly by Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles, two brothers on a search for their father who raised them to hunt demons, vampires, and all manner of things that go bump in the night.
We find that Sam has special abilities; we find that Dean has a hard time functioning with out their father.We learn that killer music selection is part of this show's appeal. And we find that this show is highly addictive, constantly making fans beg for more.
In the third season finale, Dean went to Hell after his contract is up and his year is spent. In the fourth season opener, Dean is alive, digging himself out of his grave and curious as to why he was saved. This season promises to be the best yet, as the boys and the fans prepare themselves for the ultimate showdown: the Apocalypse.
Smallville: TVGuide.com Readers' Questions Answered!
o help pass the time until Smallville returns on April 23 with the final four episodes of the season, executive producer Kelly Souders answered questions from the CW series' superfans here at TVGuide.com. Read on to see what Souders had to share about Clark's destiny, Lois' future, Chloe's crises, a surprising pairing and much more.
Clark can fly but simply hasn't finalized it yet, in my opinion. When will we see him mastering this ability? — Tombstone25
Kelly Souders: Clark Kent won't really become Superman until he takes to the skies. We all have our stumbling blocks; his are just air-born. Until he can fully embrace his double-life, he'll have a hard time getting off the ground. But, we will say, his "leaps" are getting closer and closer to the real thing.
Are there plans to explore more of Lois' past in future episodes? Because we Lois fans are dying to learn more about her. And if she and Clark don't kiss soon, we might go just a little crazy! — Nora_1983
Souders: Please don't go crazy. We're all anxious for those two ships to stop passing in the night. Lois fans will be excited to hear you'll be seeing more of Lois in the future. She's fascinating and we'll never stop digging into what makes her tick.
Will we see more of Chloe as Watchtower in the upcoming episodes? — Tyson08
Souders: Watchtower.... All we'll say is "stay tuned."
"Watchtower officially online" — that scene rocked! Is there any chance of a relationship between Watchtower and Green Arrow? The idea of that seems so wrong but at the same time so right. — Lorraine
Souders: We love anything that is so wrong and so right. We know Chloe and Oliver's paths will keep crossing and evolving. But Watchtower and Green Arrow? That will give us a lot to twitter about in the writers' room!
Why is Clark so remote from Chloe this season? Is he done being her "personal bomb squad" at a time when she needs him more than ever? — meab
Souders: Clark has the weight of the world on his shoulders and one of his few flaws is that he doesn't always see the problems closest to him. That relationship has been tested this season — and we must admit it hasn't seen the worst of the exams.
Will we see Green Arrow and RBB team up anytime soon this season or next? — rip
Souders: Yes. But the outcome may surprise you.
I probably won't get a straight answer but I am going to take a chance: Did you think that was the best closure for Clark and Lana? Breaking them up because they had to, not because they learned as adults they were not going to work? — marhikaty
Souders: We wanted the young Lana we met eight years ago — the girl who always needed to be saved — to finish her arc as far from that helpless cheerleader as possible. It's because they were adults, challenging each other to be stronger and better, that they had to part. The Kryptonite was really a symbol for what fans knew all along — that they weren't destined for each other.
What has been your favorite episode this season and why? — heinzy512
Souders: I'm a big fan of "Identity." Watching Clark struggle with his two personas has been interesting and fun. I loved seeing him backed into corners from which he wasn't sure how to escape.
Although [Smallville series cocreators] Al Gough and Miles Millar have left the building, do you keep in contact with them? — smallville836
Souders: We absolutely do keep in contact with them. They created the show and had the vision for it.
Are any of the executive producers going to do commentaries on the Season 8 DVD? — Lennox
Souders: Brian [Peterson] and Darren [Swimmer] did it last week. Unfortunately, I had a fever of 102. But the episodes picked were two of my favorites from this year.
The ratings have been great this year and we've even been renewed for another season. What do you think kept people tuning in? And do you hope to capitalize on whatever that was next year? — HelgaNR
Souders: Hopefully people have been tuning in for the characters. It's been a lot of fun to watch them grow up. They still have a few growing pains to endure, but seeing them evolve into three-dimensional people with issues and baggage like the rest of us has been exciting. It never hurts to be reminded that even Superman has his off days. And diving further into the DC [Comics] world has been rich with possibilities. We plan to continue with both those aspects of the show — as well as come up with some new ones!
Clark can fly but simply hasn't finalized it yet, in my opinion. When will we see him mastering this ability? — Tombstone25
Kelly Souders: Clark Kent won't really become Superman until he takes to the skies. We all have our stumbling blocks; his are just air-born. Until he can fully embrace his double-life, he'll have a hard time getting off the ground. But, we will say, his "leaps" are getting closer and closer to the real thing.
Are there plans to explore more of Lois' past in future episodes? Because we Lois fans are dying to learn more about her. And if she and Clark don't kiss soon, we might go just a little crazy! — Nora_1983
Souders: Please don't go crazy. We're all anxious for those two ships to stop passing in the night. Lois fans will be excited to hear you'll be seeing more of Lois in the future. She's fascinating and we'll never stop digging into what makes her tick.
Will we see more of Chloe as Watchtower in the upcoming episodes? — Tyson08
Souders: Watchtower.... All we'll say is "stay tuned."
"Watchtower officially online" — that scene rocked! Is there any chance of a relationship between Watchtower and Green Arrow? The idea of that seems so wrong but at the same time so right. — Lorraine
Souders: We love anything that is so wrong and so right. We know Chloe and Oliver's paths will keep crossing and evolving. But Watchtower and Green Arrow? That will give us a lot to twitter about in the writers' room!
Why is Clark so remote from Chloe this season? Is he done being her "personal bomb squad" at a time when she needs him more than ever? — meab
Souders: Clark has the weight of the world on his shoulders and one of his few flaws is that he doesn't always see the problems closest to him. That relationship has been tested this season — and we must admit it hasn't seen the worst of the exams.
Will we see Green Arrow and RBB team up anytime soon this season or next? — rip
Souders: Yes. But the outcome may surprise you.
I probably won't get a straight answer but I am going to take a chance: Did you think that was the best closure for Clark and Lana? Breaking them up because they had to, not because they learned as adults they were not going to work? — marhikaty
Souders: We wanted the young Lana we met eight years ago — the girl who always needed to be saved — to finish her arc as far from that helpless cheerleader as possible. It's because they were adults, challenging each other to be stronger and better, that they had to part. The Kryptonite was really a symbol for what fans knew all along — that they weren't destined for each other.
What has been your favorite episode this season and why? — heinzy512
Souders: I'm a big fan of "Identity." Watching Clark struggle with his two personas has been interesting and fun. I loved seeing him backed into corners from which he wasn't sure how to escape.
Although [Smallville series cocreators] Al Gough and Miles Millar have left the building, do you keep in contact with them? — smallville836
Souders: We absolutely do keep in contact with them. They created the show and had the vision for it.
Are any of the executive producers going to do commentaries on the Season 8 DVD? — Lennox
Souders: Brian [Peterson] and Darren [Swimmer] did it last week. Unfortunately, I had a fever of 102. But the episodes picked were two of my favorites from this year.
The ratings have been great this year and we've even been renewed for another season. What do you think kept people tuning in? And do you hope to capitalize on whatever that was next year? — HelgaNR
Souders: Hopefully people have been tuning in for the characters. It's been a lot of fun to watch them grow up. They still have a few growing pains to endure, but seeing them evolve into three-dimensional people with issues and baggage like the rest of us has been exciting. It never hurts to be reminded that even Superman has his off days. And diving further into the DC [Comics] world has been rich with possibilities. We plan to continue with both those aspects of the show — as well as come up with some new ones!
2009年4月13日星期一
DVD Review: JAG - The Eighth Season
A few years back a friend and I met this young lady who said she wanted to be a J.A.G. She, of course, meant that she wanted to be in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps. We asked her for more details, our ill-bred Canadian minds never having heard such a thing, and she promptly told us that her dream to be a J.A.G. was because of the television series with the same name. I remember how ridiculous I thought that was. Having never seen the show, we simply laughed it off and moved on with our day.
Some time later I would see JAG on TV and I remember wanting urgently to join the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, Canadian or not. And I remember exactly why: Catherine Bell.
Fast-forward several years later and JAG is now making the rounds on DVD. The show ran for 10 seasons with a total of 227 episodes. It even sprouted a spinoff in NCIS. JAG was a sort of A Few Good Men mixed with a little subdued television mystery. Endorsed by the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps, I’m told that JAG “gets it right” in terms of many of the procedural elements and technical aspects.
But does JAG “get it right” in terms of entertainment?
JAG stars David James Elliot as Harmon Rabb, the show’s lead protagonist. He’s a Judge Advocate and his job is to serve as legal representation to various military men and women who find themselves in some sort of trouble. His partner for the bulk of the series’ run is Lieutenant Colonel Sarah "Mac" MacKenzie (Bell). The relationship between Rabb and Mac is often explored throughout the run of the series, with romantic tension and comical situations peppering the cases they work on together.
Lieutenant Commander Bud Roberts Jr. (Patrick Labyorteaux), Lieutenant Harriet Simms (Karri Turner), Sturgis Turner (Scott Lawrence), and Rear Admiral Albert Jethro 'A.J.' Chegwidden (John M. Jackson) form the remainder of the basic core group of characters.
JAG – The Eighth Season is now available on DVD. It continues the series as it left off on a cliffhanger in Season Seven.
Bud has lost his leg and his recovery is the focus of much of Season Eight. He also deals with his relationship with his father in “The Promised Land.” Lieutenant Loren Singer (Nanci Chambers) is also up to her villainous tricks until an unfortunate incident draws Harm as a suspect and introduces the spinoff NCIS team for the first time. The season ends on a cliffhanger, of course, with Harm looking for Mac in Paraguay.
Fans of fairly conventional television programming will enjoy JAG – The Eighth Season. It is formulaic and easy to understand. There are moments of action and suspense, but the show generally has a humorous edge that keeps things from getting overly solemn. It lacks the camp value of Walker and the good nature of Matlock, however, and can be quite dreary at times.
Some time later I would see JAG on TV and I remember wanting urgently to join the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, Canadian or not. And I remember exactly why: Catherine Bell.
Fast-forward several years later and JAG is now making the rounds on DVD. The show ran for 10 seasons with a total of 227 episodes. It even sprouted a spinoff in NCIS. JAG was a sort of A Few Good Men mixed with a little subdued television mystery. Endorsed by the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps, I’m told that JAG “gets it right” in terms of many of the procedural elements and technical aspects.
But does JAG “get it right” in terms of entertainment?
JAG stars David James Elliot as Harmon Rabb, the show’s lead protagonist. He’s a Judge Advocate and his job is to serve as legal representation to various military men and women who find themselves in some sort of trouble. His partner for the bulk of the series’ run is Lieutenant Colonel Sarah "Mac" MacKenzie (Bell). The relationship between Rabb and Mac is often explored throughout the run of the series, with romantic tension and comical situations peppering the cases they work on together.
Lieutenant Commander Bud Roberts Jr. (Patrick Labyorteaux), Lieutenant Harriet Simms (Karri Turner), Sturgis Turner (Scott Lawrence), and Rear Admiral Albert Jethro 'A.J.' Chegwidden (John M. Jackson) form the remainder of the basic core group of characters.
JAG – The Eighth Season is now available on DVD. It continues the series as it left off on a cliffhanger in Season Seven.
Bud has lost his leg and his recovery is the focus of much of Season Eight. He also deals with his relationship with his father in “The Promised Land.” Lieutenant Loren Singer (Nanci Chambers) is also up to her villainous tricks until an unfortunate incident draws Harm as a suspect and introduces the spinoff NCIS team for the first time. The season ends on a cliffhanger, of course, with Harm looking for Mac in Paraguay.
Fans of fairly conventional television programming will enjoy JAG – The Eighth Season. It is formulaic and easy to understand. There are moments of action and suspense, but the show generally has a humorous edge that keeps things from getting overly solemn. It lacks the camp value of Walker and the good nature of Matlock, however, and can be quite dreary at times.
NCIS Exclusive: Dexter's Ex Gets Under the Team's Skin
An ICE queen is going to give the NCIS team a big chill during May sweeps.
TVGuide.com has learned that Jaime Murray will guest-star on the CBS series' penultimate episode of the season, playing Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent Julia "Jules" Foster-Yates.
As Gibbs' gang engages in this cross-departmental exercise, Agent Foster-Yates will get under the skin of certain team members, be it through flirtation, butting heads or jealousy. The question is, Which team members will have their feathers ruffled by which approach?
Murray's previous credits include Showtime's Dexter, where during Season 2 she played Lila, the title character's rather insane, house-burning, Doakes-killing and clothing-averse fling. She also costarred in the CW's very short-lived Valentine, and guested in a March epsiode of The Mentalist.
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TVGuide.com has learned that Jaime Murray will guest-star on the CBS series' penultimate episode of the season, playing Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent Julia "Jules" Foster-Yates.
As Gibbs' gang engages in this cross-departmental exercise, Agent Foster-Yates will get under the skin of certain team members, be it through flirtation, butting heads or jealousy. The question is, Which team members will have their feathers ruffled by which approach?
Murray's previous credits include Showtime's Dexter, where during Season 2 she played Lila, the title character's rather insane, house-burning, Doakes-killing and clothing-averse fling. She also costarred in the CW's very short-lived Valentine, and guested in a March epsiode of The Mentalist.
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Gossip Girl: Does Blair Belong with Chuck or Nate?
Updated with a new Nair argument, just because we're friendly like that...
Whatever terms you use (Bluck, Chair, Nair or Blate), every Gossip Girl has an opinion on Blair's one true pairing, so in the tradition of our previous Lost, House and Smallville love debates, we're determining once and for all who belongs with whom.
How does this work? Well, we're giving the floor over to the fans, with two partisan arguments submitted by each side. Take a look at the statements for Chuck-Blair and Nate-Blair, and then it's your turn to make the call in our Gossip Girl Love Debate poll.
Ready? Go!
There is something Old Hollywood about Chuck and Blair. They have the raw passion of Burton and Taylor, the sly recognition of Bogart and Bacall, the comradeship of Tracy and Hepburn. There is a touch of classic literature to their coupling—Cathy and Heathcliff, Beatrice and Benedict, Scarlett and Rhett. Ed Westwick and Leighton Meester are magnificent apart, but they are magic together. There is a sense of the intuitive to their acting partnership. They are completely in sync with one another; completely entranced by the others' presence when they embody those characters. That kind of chemistry is a rare bird indeed. It cannot be taught, and it cannot be contrived.
Something alchemic happened when Chuck and Blair fell in love. Two people so determined to control and exert authority would never submit to any other, but the prospect of relinquishing that control is always a delicious impossibility.
They can never pretend again with each other and that is what they love and hate the most. There is no one else who does that for them in either of their lives; no one else who refuses to look at them until they take off their respective masks. For me, that is real love. Their being together or not together is not even the point. They belong to each other, and that will be true regardless of the years or the distance or the people between them.
CJ, for Team Chair:
In a medium where characters are often stereotypical and loosely defined, Blair and Chuck are complex individuals with textured histories and keen minds, portrayed by two incredible young actors. Neither are "easy" people. They are cunning, hell-bent on achieving their ends, and deeply insecure. They are also both desperately hungry for love and desperately afraid of it.
And while their sexual chemistry is blistering, more important is their mutual admiration, respect and wariness. Because they are so sharply observant and have known each other all their lives, the one person that neither can fool is the other. This deep understanding is both the source of their emotional resonance and of great pathos.
This couple will never need manufactured misunderstandings or third parties to remain compelling. Can Chuck figure out a way to be with Blair and still remain Chuck Bass? Can Blair give up control over her perfect ending? We, and they, don't actually know. We do know that this is their only chance for being loved for who they are, not in spite of it, and what could be more OMFG than that?
Whatever terms you use (Bluck, Chair, Nair or Blate), every Gossip Girl has an opinion on Blair's one true pairing, so in the tradition of our previous Lost, House and Smallville love debates, we're determining once and for all who belongs with whom.
How does this work? Well, we're giving the floor over to the fans, with two partisan arguments submitted by each side. Take a look at the statements for Chuck-Blair and Nate-Blair, and then it's your turn to make the call in our Gossip Girl Love Debate poll.
Ready? Go!
There is something Old Hollywood about Chuck and Blair. They have the raw passion of Burton and Taylor, the sly recognition of Bogart and Bacall, the comradeship of Tracy and Hepburn. There is a touch of classic literature to their coupling—Cathy and Heathcliff, Beatrice and Benedict, Scarlett and Rhett. Ed Westwick and Leighton Meester are magnificent apart, but they are magic together. There is a sense of the intuitive to their acting partnership. They are completely in sync with one another; completely entranced by the others' presence when they embody those characters. That kind of chemistry is a rare bird indeed. It cannot be taught, and it cannot be contrived.
Something alchemic happened when Chuck and Blair fell in love. Two people so determined to control and exert authority would never submit to any other, but the prospect of relinquishing that control is always a delicious impossibility.
They can never pretend again with each other and that is what they love and hate the most. There is no one else who does that for them in either of their lives; no one else who refuses to look at them until they take off their respective masks. For me, that is real love. Their being together or not together is not even the point. They belong to each other, and that will be true regardless of the years or the distance or the people between them.
CJ, for Team Chair:
In a medium where characters are often stereotypical and loosely defined, Blair and Chuck are complex individuals with textured histories and keen minds, portrayed by two incredible young actors. Neither are "easy" people. They are cunning, hell-bent on achieving their ends, and deeply insecure. They are also both desperately hungry for love and desperately afraid of it.
And while their sexual chemistry is blistering, more important is their mutual admiration, respect and wariness. Because they are so sharply observant and have known each other all their lives, the one person that neither can fool is the other. This deep understanding is both the source of their emotional resonance and of great pathos.
This couple will never need manufactured misunderstandings or third parties to remain compelling. Can Chuck figure out a way to be with Blair and still remain Chuck Bass? Can Blair give up control over her perfect ending? We, and they, don't actually know. We do know that this is their only chance for being loved for who they are, not in spite of it, and what could be more OMFG than that?
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