The fact that we've known Artie was in to making movies all along doesn't make it any less out of the blue, we've known this about Mercedes as well, the only difference, she's just been featured less.
Lastly, I really love how they showcased Mercedes and Mike in this episode, more so than the first time they came to help. We needed all those doses of their talent to survive the episodes we won't see them.
For once Miranda, I have to respectfully disagree. I'm usually in sync with your reviews, but I feel like this one was way way off. This one was one of my favorites of the entire season. This was also probably one of the best tribute episodes Glee has ever done, because it actually focused a lot more on story, although I have to agree, the premise of the tribute was forced.
The thing I really don't get is, why give the episode 3 stars, if it only really seems that you dislike the premise of the tribute and the Mercedes' SL. I think it deserves at least 4 stars.
Also, I may be a bit bias, because I love Mercedes, but I enjoyed her SL and it still touched me, although I get what you're saying about that part, but what bugs me about what you said here was that the SL was completely out of the blue and we're supposed to care, yet so are a lot of other SL's though, like Santana moving to NY, everything Quinn, even Artie's SL in this episode. The fact that we've known Artie was in to making movies all along doesn't make it any less out of the blue, we've known this about Mercedes as well, the only difference, she's just been featured less.
Lastly, I really love how they showcased Mercedes and Mike in this episode, more so than the first time they came to help. We needed all those doses of their talent to survive the episodes we won't see them.
I guess I'm in the minority here, but I really don't think it was Santana's place to call Finn to confront Brody and it was even less appropriate for Finn to beat the crap out of somebody for being dishonest when Rachel has been just as dishonest. Finn was all kinds of awesomeness during this episode, but those last few minutes was pure childishness on his part and when he said that "future wife" bit, it went straight to creepy. Rachel should've been given the facts and allowed to make her own decisions. Instead Finn and Santana are making all of her life choices for her. Instead of spending countless hours insulting Brody and telling Rachel half-truths. She should have told Rachel the minute she found out. So yeah, I love Santana, but this was a huge gripe for me.
This episode was ehh! I really didn't expect anything more, at least it was better than last year's episode. Oddly enough it wasn't the timeline that bothered, since it was said right in the beginning that it's five stories, coming together, although I really don't know how they came together. The sue-Marley story was my favorite and I may be the only that enjoyed the Bram story.
I still don't agree about scratching NY. It provides a nice balance and refreshes the entire show.
Enjoyed the episode, but this episode really highlighted a problem I have with the Mkinley side at the moment. The lack of balance between SO's between the seniors(except Blaine) and the newbies. I enjoy the newbies but I really don't want the entire focus to be just them. Also, I could care less for Blaine at this point. Too much whining.
Didn't enjoy this episode as much as the last one, probably because I'm not that much of a Grease fan, but I gotta say there we're a lot of small moments that made the episodes really worth the while. My favourite performance was "There are worse things I could do"
I loved Mercedes-Rachel-Kurt reunion, the Mike and Tina convo, when Tina assumed she'd be Rizzo(very glad they had this scene), The Santana- Britanny convo. It just seemed like there we're moments for every cast member and I loved it.
Where I found Kitty amazing last week, I really didn't enjoy her mean streak this week. It wasn't funny at all and just plain mean. While I felt the Cassie-Brody parts we're really random, it was nice seeing him with his shirt off.
I agree with everything about this review except scratching NY, I actually enjoy the shows new format, makes for endless possibilities.
Amazing episode, Episodes like these really highlight how far Glee has fallen, but it's amazing that we still get gems like these and the previous episode.
The thing is, Elena has to go down the deep end sooner or later if she truly wants to control her vampiric side. Even if Damon's way bites her in the ass, I think this is what needs to happen to learn her control. I feel like Stefan's way is an unrealistic ideal at this point and I'm not even invested in the triangle. At the very least her killing someone, would make the character more interesting. Enjoyed this episode a lot, although I'm a little surprised at the high rating, I'd give it a 4 or 3.7
Agree with Tanner1511, Jeremy seeing those tattoos probably has something to do with the fact that he's able to see ghosts. Also, although Matt Davis' appearance is always welcomed, doesn't this mean he hasn't completely moved on and given his soul a peaceful rest.
Beautiful episode. Just goes to show that TVD is a lot more that just fast-pacing and great cliffhangers.
I love the cast of this show so much. Special props to Nina, Kat and Ian. Even though we've seen Nina with blood on her face, with Elena it all feels so fresh and inspired, a testament as to how well the actor has separated these two characters. Ian almost always impresses and not just during that last seen, when he entered the church and first dabbed his fingers in the holy water, hilarious. People here aren't really fond of Bonnie, but the few scenes she was in this episode, Kat really shined and portrayed her grief well. The scene between her and Stefan was beautiful(also the scene between Caroline and Elena).
The addition of Connor was good. Again even though there have been vampire hunters on the show, his Connor's portrayal felt fresh and inspired. April's introduction was lackluster and leaves everything to be desired. These weeks go by so slow, can't wait for the next episode.
I enjoyed the episode, but it wasn't as good as s2 and s3's premieres.
Agree with fortyseven. The episode felt a little too rushed, it felt like my brain was constantly catching up with the episode. That being said, this episode had 10x more intensity and excitement than a handful of s3 episodes. Unlike a lot of the others here, I actually enjoyed Bonnie's(along with Rebekah's) parts the most.
I'm actually starting to feel sorry for Miranda, I now know why Matt quit reviewing Glee, the reviewer just can't win with us Glee fans. I don't like all this Blaine bashing going on. Yes, Blaine was completely in the wrong for cheating on her Kurt, he was absolutely the catalyst to the break-up, if they even are broken up, but to say that Kurt had no contribution to their relationship going sour is nonsense.
I get so annoyed with comments that can't spot a good episode just because their favorite couple didn't make it. This was GOOD television. I think I'll just focus on Miranda's review from now on. Speaking of, it's so good to see a 4-star review this week, I was expecting it to be a 3.5
I agree with 90% of this review. Honorary mention goes to Heather Morris, who was just cast as a dancer in s1, but actually showed a lot of acting skill this week. Also I enjoyed the rapture a lot, it was a great laugh-out-loud moment in what was a mostly dramatic episode. I can only imagine what must've gone through Dottie's mind those few moments. Poor girl.
Sometimes it seems as if Glee needs to work extra hard or be extra special than the other shows on tvfanatic to get four stars.
Story-wise, this episode was a lot stronger than last week. I heard the songs before hand, so I was skeptical but I have to say, only Celebrity skin still doesn't have my approval.
I'd also like to point out, that so far this season, Glee has done a wonderful job, balancing out the stories of the characters'(except Tina) stories, which is something a lot of people used to complain about. It seems that the New York/Lima switch really forced the writers to keep focus, hopefully it stays this way. So far s4 is turning out to be a solid.
I do agree that most tribute episodes, including the previous Britney tribute sucked, but I actually think they did a pretty good job, as far as tributes go, with this episode.
I enjoyed Brittany's storyline the most. Her character HAS grown. Her confidence was shaken after she was held back and it's nice to see how she'll power her way through, with so many others who'd just give up.
The NYADA storyline wasn't my favorite part of the epi, but to answer your question, Rachel sang a Britney song because she felt nostalgic over Glee club, longed for her glory days. I can relate since I just started college as well.
I think they should've taken a little more time to develop Jake and Marley first before they through in this whole womanizer thing. This was the weakest part of the epi and I didn't enjoy it as much. I also agree, that the previous characters shouldn't just appear for a few seconds and then disappear just as quickly. While I know Santana will be featured a lot more later, Puck's comeback felt weird. They should've spent more time on Puck and Jake's relationship and less on Jake and Marley's. Although Puck's entire speech was amazing and hilarious.
Obviously Klaus is terrible kisser and doesn't get CareBear's lady loins going. Send in Kol, he'll do the job right :)
I'm really interested in bloody Rebekah, there haven't been that many spoilers about her. Always up to see Bonnie and Caroline, here's wishing that this is the season Klaus dies, let him have his heroic moment and say goodbye.
Well the only reason the first ep is so predictable is because JP's been dropping hints left and right since s3's ended and any person with a brain can connect the dots. Add to that, the promo fills in all the blank spots, but the rest of the season is still pretty much a dark cloud to me, besides the obvious main triangle and Klaus becoming part of the MF gang
On another note, I'm reserving all commentary on s4 till s4 actually starts. The Elena transformation wasn't handled well and half of season 3 wasn't handled well, but I still reason to believe that TVD could be good and two and a half season to vouch for that. Maybe I'm just a blind optimist.
I just need to ask, why do you guys watch the show? For the A mystery or for the couples, because if you're only watching it for romance than there are plenty of other shows to fill your needs.
First you were mad because the Mona reveal was too predictable(so the reveal should be shocking and not a suspect) than youre mad because it is shocking(god forbid it someone the girls date). Whose left on your list?
Its funny how so many of you were willing to throw paige under the bus and now that the tables have turned theres so much commotion. Obviously the Toby reveal won't make that much sense yet, its not supposed to, that's why you need to keep watching. Besides this season and the previous they dropped little hints all the time, just rewatch, unless you watch the show for romance.
People, would you listen to yourselves. I highly doubt either Mona or Toby are just A's to protect the girls. Mona gave the url to Maya's website, but the website really didn't have that much insight to A.
They've been playing Toby up as the most "honest" and good person the entire season, I remember felt faux guilt for lying to the cops. He's been psycho all along. Remember last season when the girls confronted Mona in the greenhouse, where A lost their phone, Toby was desperately trying to keep Spencer distracted so she wouldn't show up at the greenhouse in time. He and Mona were in panic mode.
Was a bit disappointed by the episode, but the reveal at the end made it amazing. I suspected Toby early in the episode, but with all the Nate commotion I completely spaced on him. As for Emily shooting Caleb, I really don't know. I know it's not Nate, I'm hoping there was a fourth person who did the shooting.
It does seem as though this season has a clearer vision of where it's going to. Hopefully they can recapture the TVD spirit of the start of s3. As long as JP doesn't fall for too many more actors, I think the episodes could be quite steady. My only wish is less triangle drama, of all kinds. At this point I'd rather watch Matt's day to day life than any more of the triangles.
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Lastly, I really love how they showcased Mercedes and Mike in this episode, more so than the first time they came to help. We needed all those doses of their talent to survive the episodes we won't see them.
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The thing I really don't get is, why give the episode 3 stars, if it only really seems that you dislike the premise of the tribute and the Mercedes' SL. I think it deserves at least 4 stars.
Also, I may be a bit bias, because I love Mercedes, but I enjoyed her SL and it still touched me, although I get what you're saying about that part, but what bugs me about what you said here was that the SL was completely out of the blue and we're supposed to care, yet so are a lot of other SL's though, like Santana moving to NY, everything Quinn, even Artie's SL in this episode. The fact that we've known Artie was in to making movies all along doesn't make it any less out of the blue, we've known this about Mercedes as well, the only difference, she's just been featured less.
Lastly, I really love how they showcased Mercedes and Mike in this episode, more so than the first time they came to help. We needed all those doses of their talent to survive the episodes we won't see them.
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Enjoyed the episode, but this episode really highlighted a problem I have with the Mkinley side at the moment. The lack of balance between SO's between the seniors(except Blaine) and the newbies. I enjoy the newbies but I really don't want the entire focus to be just them. Also, I could care less for Blaine at this point. Too much whining.
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I loved Mercedes-Rachel-Kurt reunion, the Mike and Tina convo, when Tina assumed she'd be Rizzo(very glad they had this scene), The Santana- Britanny convo. It just seemed like there we're moments for every cast member and I loved it.
Where I found Kitty amazing last week, I really didn't enjoy her mean streak this week. It wasn't funny at all and just plain mean. While I felt the Cassie-Brody parts we're really random, it was nice seeing him with his shirt off.
I agree with everything about this review except scratching NY, I actually enjoy the shows new format, makes for endless possibilities.
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I love the cast of this show so much. Special props to Nina, Kat and Ian. Even though we've seen Nina with blood on her face, with Elena it all feels so fresh and inspired, a testament as to how well the actor has separated these two characters. Ian almost always impresses and not just during that last seen, when he entered the church and first dabbed his fingers in the holy water, hilarious. People here aren't really fond of Bonnie, but the few scenes she was in this episode, Kat really shined and portrayed her grief well. The scene between her and Stefan was beautiful(also the scene between Caroline and Elena).
The addition of Connor was good. Again even though there have been vampire hunters on the show, his Connor's portrayal felt fresh and inspired. April's introduction was lackluster and leaves everything to be desired. These weeks go by so slow, can't wait for the next episode.
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Agree with fortyseven. The episode felt a little too rushed, it felt like my brain was constantly catching up with the episode. That being said, this episode had 10x more intensity and excitement than a handful of s3 episodes. Unlike a lot of the others here, I actually enjoyed Bonnie's(along with Rebekah's) parts the most.
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I agree with 90% of this review. Honorary mention goes to Heather Morris, who was just cast as a dancer in s1, but actually showed a lot of acting skill this week. Also I enjoyed the rapture a lot, it was a great laugh-out-loud moment in what was a mostly dramatic episode. I can only imagine what must've gone through Dottie's mind those few moments. Poor girl.
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Story-wise, this episode was a lot stronger than last week. I heard the songs before hand, so I was skeptical but I have to say, only Celebrity skin still doesn't have my approval.
I'd also like to point out, that so far this season, Glee has done a wonderful job, balancing out the stories of the characters'(except Tina) stories, which is something a lot of people used to complain about. It seems that the New York/Lima switch really forced the writers to keep focus, hopefully it stays this way. So far s4 is turning out to be a solid.
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I enjoyed Brittany's storyline the most. Her character HAS grown. Her confidence was shaken after she was held back and it's nice to see how she'll power her way through, with so many others who'd just give up.
The NYADA storyline wasn't my favorite part of the epi, but to answer your question, Rachel sang a Britney song because she felt nostalgic over Glee club, longed for her glory days. I can relate since I just started college as well.
I think they should've taken a little more time to develop Jake and Marley first before they through in this whole womanizer thing. This was the weakest part of the epi and I didn't enjoy it as much. I also agree, that the previous characters shouldn't just appear for a few seconds and then disappear just as quickly. While I know Santana will be featured a lot more later, Puck's comeback felt weird. They should've spent more time on Puck and Jake's relationship and less on Jake and Marley's. Although Puck's entire speech was amazing and hilarious.
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I'm really interested in bloody Rebekah, there haven't been that many spoilers about her. Always up to see Bonnie and Caroline, here's wishing that this is the season Klaus dies, let him have his heroic moment and say goodbye.
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Well the only reason the first ep is so predictable is because JP's been dropping hints left and right since s3's ended and any person with a brain can connect the dots. Add to that, the promo fills in all the blank spots, but the rest of the season is still pretty much a dark cloud to me, besides the obvious main triangle and Klaus becoming part of the MF gang
On another note, I'm reserving all commentary on s4 till s4 actually starts. The Elena transformation wasn't handled well and half of season 3 wasn't handled well, but I still reason to believe that TVD could be good and two and a half season to vouch for that. Maybe I'm just a blind optimist.
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First you were mad because the Mona reveal was too predictable(so the reveal should be shocking and not a suspect) than youre mad because it is shocking(god forbid it someone the girls date). Whose left on your list?
Its funny how so many of you were willing to throw paige under the bus and now that the tables have turned theres so much commotion. Obviously the Toby reveal won't make that much sense yet, its not supposed to, that's why you need to keep watching. Besides this season and the previous they dropped little hints all the time, just rewatch, unless you watch the show for romance.
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They've been playing Toby up as the most "honest" and good person the entire season, I remember felt faux guilt for lying to the cops. He's been psycho all along. Remember last season when the girls confronted Mona in the greenhouse, where A lost their phone, Toby was desperately trying to keep Spencer distracted so she wouldn't show up at the greenhouse in time. He and Mona were in panic mode.
Was a bit disappointed by the episode, but the reveal at the end made it amazing. I suspected Toby early in the episode, but with all the Nate commotion I completely spaced on him. As for Emily shooting Caleb, I really don't know. I know it's not Nate, I'm hoping there was a fourth person who did the shooting.
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