I think they made Dan's decent into darkness convincing, he's been at it with Chuck since the first season and that weird, rapey scene with Jenny. It's no surprise that after losing to Chuck once again, he's snapping. I'm also understanding why he's so angry at his father. Rufus, what are you doing? Banging Ivy was creepy enough but actually being in a relationship with her? It turns the stomach.
Blair finally has something interesting to do. I don't know how believable it is that Blair now runs the ENTIRE Waldorf design company at 21 but at least it takes her back to her fashion roots and her mother issues.
Also, I thought her and Chuck were sweet. I do enjoy them together. Although Chuck's storyline is poorly written, I did enjoy the scene with the body guard. It was well acted.
I think it's hilarious that Angelo may have this kid on the way, he gets awarded a shit ton of money and now he has to fork over child support. Karma will get you every time. So what, he punched out one creepy boyfriend, when has he been there for Daphne or even Bay otherwise?
Poor Daphne, that Jeff is a major jerk, even if he felt bad in the end. Not only did he cost her a job she loved but he had no intention of even being a relationship with her. Its tough learning things the hard way.
Renting a billboard would solve all their problems. Bay can still work but it's her father's property so it wouldn't be illegal. At the end of the day, laws are laws and even with the Kennish influence if they catch Bay enough times, she will be in serious trouble. The juvenile court won't be moved by her need to express herself.
I've been saying for months, Regina needs to make more of an effort to bond with Bay. I know she doesnt want to overstep in regards to Kathryn and John's authority as parents and she should by no means have sided with Bay, but a real conversation wouldn't hurt. I think Regina is so terrified of losing Daphne that she's afraid to get to know Bay. It's interesting watching Regina, the normally composed one, start to lose her confidence. The re-appearance of Angelo and the loss of her career/ability to sign has put her on edge.
I've loved Alan Cumming for years and I was completely captivated by Eli since his first appearance with the dish washer. The scenes between Eli and Alicia are hilarious and beautifully executed by Alan and Julianna every time.I'm glad those two still get screen time.
Also, the 27th floor stole the show tonight. It really drove it home that this firm is in fact struggling, some say that the "economy" storyline is getting old, I disagree. It's a current world problem that's not going away in three episodes, I'm glad the writer's aren't dropping it. Diane was on fire tonight!
Alicia didn't break up with Will to stand by Peter, she broke up with Will because they were both in danger of losing their jobs. T.V land makes us think that fraternization between management and employees is accepted when actually in most firms, it's grounds for termination.
Alicia cherishes her job, it goes her kids and then her work. She loved Will but her place at the firm meant too much to her. Even if she didn't get fired, she would still lose the respect of her peers.
Alicia and Peter went through a lot of years together. Alicia has respect for Peter as a State's Attorney and he's the father of her children. But clearly, the hurt is still there and she's taking her time to heal. If that's even her intention. Yes, they're friendly but no, I wouldn't say that Alicia is "standing" by Peter in a traditional sense. She doesn't even live with him! She's making a tough situation work in amicable way, she's taking the high road but by no means is she allowing anyone to speak for her anymore. I respect her for that. (even though she's fictional)
I think delaying an entire production over one word is ridiculous.
Yah, it sucks that he said it, it's not appropriate in any way but it's simply giving in to a spoiled tirade.
Pierce is racist, Chevy knew that from the pilot, he agreed to it.
Chevy has been playing himself in movies and on tv so long that he forgets about character work. He takes what Pierce says as an extension of his own voice. It's not, its acting.
It's not the actor's job to critique the writing, not unless he's also apart of the writing staff. He doesn't like it, he can look for a way to get out of the contract.
He may have used the word to make a point but its an argument he needed to have privately with the producers, instead of inconveniencing all the hard working cast and crew of that show and offending the very group of people he meant to defend. Cooler heads prevail Chevy.
Daphne isn't a virgin? That did come as a surprise to me because I thought there was a scene where her and Wilkie were talking about going too far physically, or I may just be remembering wrong. Regardless, it does make sense for her character, she doesn't seem intimidated by sex.
I really felt bad for Kathryn, all these mothers knew instinctively that they didn't have the right daughters but she didn't. I actually felt a lot of sympathy for her in the episode. I kind of feel that Kathryn has so much love that she loved the baby that was placed in her arm to the point where she didn't pick up anything.
Speaking of Regina, what's up with her lately? I guess her love life has been so overwhelming that she's forgetting about her daughters. She's completely out of sync with both of them. With Daphne she usually knows when she's hiding something, now its Melody doing the parenting. As for Regina and Bay, I've always felt that relationship was underdeveloped. Now would be a good time for Regina to pull some of that super-bad-ass mom stuff on Bay
I know a lot of viewers think that Bay is being bratty but think about this; She's never felt acceptance from her family, she's always known something was off and then Daphne comes in and she's the "perfect" daughter they've always wanted. Just because Bay and Daphne have bonded, doesn't mean Bay still doesn't feel like her parents wouldn't rather the switch didn't happen.
Hahahaha Nate doesn`t get them often but every once and awhile he`ll get thrown a one liner and say what you will of Chace Crawford`s acting skills, he nails them.
John and Travis were so great to watch, I'm hoping for more of that.
I know a guy a lot like Travis. He was my friend and was always there for me, always ready to be a great guy. He's now my boyfriend, it took me a year to realize that this friend was always there for me, but I'm glad I did. So I'm hoping Daphne realizes it too.
(yes, I know this is a tv show. But being invested in the characters is a sign of a good one)
P.S Awesome to see Toby with a non-Simone related storyline
I'm the only artist in my family full of blue collared workers and susie homemakers. It's tough trying to be understood and you can go to some serious lengths to feel like you belong. Which is exactly what's happening. Regina may be the only one who can through to her as not only her bio mother but as a fellow artist and someone who knows that criminal behavior only ends badly.
As for the Emmett thing, Emmett CHEATED on her and then lied about it. Bay borrowed a camera and is confused on how to react to his lovey, dovey gaze. I think we can cut her some slack considering the scenario.
Chef Jeff (oh lord, that really is a horrible name) is old enough to know what he's doing is wrong and could cost him his job. Daphne is still technically a Kennish, which everyone knows about because of Kathryn's book, and we saw last episode that name carries some weight. It would be a scandal and he's lose his position. Not to mention he's messing around with a kid, age of consent or not, she's a kid. He can't possibly have a relationship with her, even through a cloud of lust he should know better.
Blaming Daphne is ridiculous, she's a horny teenager with starry eyes for her hero. Teenagers never think they're too young, until its too late. Besides, Daphne isn't ready for sex, she made that clear with Wilkie, she's just trying to compete with Melody. This isn't going to end well.
The only thing I have to argue about in this episode was the Will and Emma thing. With highly emotional breaks up like Finn and Rachel, Blaine and Kurt, Brittney and Santana, it was weird to throw these two in there.
Emma and Will have been a big storyline since season one, to toss them in there just to round out the episode's "theme" is where this show starting going wrong in the first place. Down with themes. I dont know if these two are broken up but since they're adults, live together, and will work together again after Will gets back, it seems weird to only have ONE conversation with them when their relationship is in fact the one with the most at stake. They shouldn't have been tossed in. Just saying.
Another sad break up but again, I can relate. Even when you really love someone, its tough to be young and attached. Santana clearly wants her freedom to explore. Its what college is for. She made the mature but painful choice. I respect that. I had to do that with my high school sweetheart when we went our separate ways, its turned out for the best.
What Finn did to Rachel was not cool. He NEVER let her make a decision for herself in that relationship. He abandoned her at the bus station, which was heroic in its own way but it's what I call "benevolent control issues". You want to do the right thing for the one you love but you do it in a way that leaves them without much say in the matter. Rachel was grateful but then he disappears for 4 months. Then re-apears without telling her anything, then disappears again. And he knows he's wrong and needs to get a grip. It was painful to watch (props to both actors) yet you can tell they both thought it was right in the end.
Btw, bet you all 5 bucks Finn decides to be a teacher by the end of this season.
High school sweethearts RARELY make it, at least not all the way through. Its because college and work takes us all to different places both physically and emotionally.
First Couple, Blaine and Kurt.
As someone who recently had to let my boyfriend go so he could be in his dream acting school and have very little time for our relationship, I understand what Blaine is going through. The key to not going crazy is to trust they love you and keep busy. Its important to have a dream of your own and know that missing them is temporary, that when you see them again it'll all feel better and you'll have loads to talk about. But I'm older, 21 and I dont think I would have been able to do it at 18 the way they tried to. Even those few years make a big difference.
If Ted and Victoria had broken up last episode, it would have been predicable because we know that she's not the mother. Those two need to be last, that way we see what Ted gives up in order to take a risk on this other woman. If he doesn't have any stakes in his relationship with Victoria, where's the drama?
Klaus wasn't funny, I know native Germans who don't speak or act like he does. The stereotype is overused and annoying.
Nick is boring. Hope he goes next. Robin is too awesome for a dumb boyfriend. At least the last ones were either cool or had some interesting quirks.
I too feel like this episode wasn't the strongest but I do think that Quinn and Barney breaking up made sense.
They've never dealt with the fact that Quinn manipulated Barney or that Barney has serious issues remaining faithful, which are two deal breakers. I wasn't expecting it to happen so fast but the conclusion, if not the lead up, was realistic in my mind. They don't trust each other. Great acting on that final scene between those two. There are plenty of couples who jump on the wedding wagon without really thinking about it. I had a similar thing happen with my last boyfriend. Sometimes you just snap back to reality. I do like that Barney didn't cheat on Quinn with Robin, that would have ruined the season because I wouldn't have been able to get behind them as a couple.
Megan didn't really irritate me this episode. I actually don't think she was selfish. Don drops everything for his career, why can't Megan do the same thing? Why should Megan be responsible for his kids if he won't be? She had something important on Monday morning too. Sally was old enough to be on her own, its not Megan's fault she ran off. Betty is home full time, that's why she takes the kids. Yet every time we turn around she's dumping them on Don and Megan because Sally is too old to put up with her head games. I am a Betty fan but even I know she's not the best mother. When you don't know how to hug your own child, you know something's weird. She was raised to be cold, so she is. Sally and Betty love each other but there was bound to be difficulties, Sally is a lot like Don.
Ah mothers, love 'em or hate 'em we always seem to run home to their arms. I loved that Sally and Glen got to hang out this episode. They had a moment where they were so happy, only to have it taken from them by Mother Nature.
Poor Lane indeed. That entire scene was gut wrenching. I thought that he was going to give up after the Jaguar incident too.
I was thankful that they did his makeup to be realistic, most people seem to think that hanging yourself isn't as frightening as other suicides but there really is no pretty way to die. Mad Men is very good at shattering illusions.
I don't think Don is to blame. Lane did steal from the company. His partners would have lent him the money because they understood that he was fundamental in making SCDP to begin with. They might have grumbled a bit but they would have quietly helped him. In the end, he didn't trust anyone. Its sad, because he was so great. He was really smart and could have been very successful at a different firm if he had taken Don's way out. But the idea of losing something he'd worked so hard for, just finished him. He'd been under so much pressure that this was just the final blow for a very desperate and ultimately, lonely man. Rest in peace, Lane Pryce. I for one was always a fan.
Oh and I just want to say, Mamie Gummer is great I've seen her in other stuff but this Emily Owens thing looks beneath her but hey, if your Merryl Streep's daughter, you have a lot to live up to.
CW is smart, they know who their market is. They don't pay those researchers for nothin'.
Emily Owens is to play off the Grey's An. fans and those that find awkwardness attractive/endearing.
Carrie Dairies is for the die hard Sex in the City fans and they get away with it because Anna-Sophia Robb is such a cutie.
Arrow is for those that liked Smallville and trying to grasp a little of the Avenger's fandom.
Cult is the thriller/ attempt at mind fuck.
Beauty and the Beast for the Twihard fans who enjoy watching fanged men push girls out of the way of moving transportation devices. Except, they've done one better, they've up-ed the attractiveness of the leads and threw in a classic Disney favorite for the basic concept.
Now are any of these concepts original? God no but they are marketable.
I actually loved this episode. I loved the Harry and Paul interaction. It was good to see what happened to Paul and I was stunned when he showed up looking the way he did. But at the same time, it fit the times. There we tons of spiritual cults that popped up, they were easy to get in not so easy to get out.
I enjoyed the fact that Megan and Don weren't getting along about acting and that Don's resentment is coming through. Also, I'm an actress and I've had similar conversations with people about my chosen career path. People can be astounded that you want to act for a living, especially the older generations. Also, might I point out that we may have a Betty 2.0 on our hands after that paranoid fit Megan threw. We're seeing how Don gives up on relationships when he finds out that his perfect wife isn't what he built up in his mind.
Great episode, my fav this season. LOVED JOAN. "Surprise! There's an airplane to see you"! Christina Hendricks, you need an Emmy.
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Gossip Girl Review: A Wolf in B's Clothing
Blair finally has something interesting to do. I don't know how believable it is that Blair now runs the ENTIRE Waldorf design company at 21 but at least it takes her back to her fashion roots and her mother issues.
Also, I thought her and Chuck were sweet. I do enjoy them together. Although Chuck's storyline is poorly written, I did enjoy the scene with the body guard. It was well acted.
Switched at Birth Review: She'll Be Fine
A great episode all around, can't wait for the next one.
Switched at Birth Review: She'll Be Fine
Poor Daphne, that Jeff is a major jerk, even if he felt bad in the end. Not only did he cost her a job she loved but he had no intention of even being a relationship with her. Its tough learning things the hard way.
Switched at Birth Review: She'll Be Fine
I've been saying for months, Regina needs to make more of an effort to bond with Bay. I know she doesnt want to overstep in regards to Kathryn and John's authority as parents and she should by no means have sided with Bay, but a real conversation wouldn't hurt. I think Regina is so terrified of losing Daphne that she's afraid to get to know Bay. It's interesting watching Regina, the normally composed one, start to lose her confidence. The re-appearance of Angelo and the loss of her career/ability to sign has put her on edge.
The Good Wife Review: Cockroaches
I've loved Alan Cumming for years and I was completely captivated by Eli since his first appearance with the dish washer. The scenes between Eli and Alicia are hilarious and beautifully executed by Alan and Julianna every time.I'm glad those two still get screen time.
Also, the 27th floor stole the show tonight. It really drove it home that this firm is in fact struggling, some say that the "economy" storyline is getting old, I disagree. It's a current world problem that's not going away in three episodes, I'm glad the writer's aren't dropping it. Diane was on fire tonight!
The Good Wife Review: Cockroaches
Alicia cherishes her job, it goes her kids and then her work. She loved Will but her place at the firm meant too much to her. Even if she didn't get fired, she would still lose the respect of her peers.
Alicia and Peter went through a lot of years together. Alicia has respect for Peter as a State's Attorney and he's the father of her children. But clearly, the hurt is still there and she's taking her time to heal. If that's even her intention. Yes, they're friendly but no, I wouldn't say that Alicia is "standing" by Peter in a traditional sense. She doesn't even live with him! She's making a tough situation work in amicable way, she's taking the high road but by no means is she allowing anyone to speak for her anymore. I respect her for that. (even though she's fictional)
Chevy Chase Drops N-Word on Community Sets, Halts Filming
Yah, it sucks that he said it, it's not appropriate in any way but it's simply giving in to a spoiled tirade.
Pierce is racist, Chevy knew that from the pilot, he agreed to it.
Chevy has been playing himself in movies and on tv so long that he forgets about character work. He takes what Pierce says as an extension of his own voice. It's not, its acting.
It's not the actor's job to critique the writing, not unless he's also apart of the writing staff. He doesn't like it, he can look for a way to get out of the contract.
He may have used the word to make a point but its an argument he needed to have privately with the producers, instead of inconveniencing all the hard working cast and crew of that show and offending the very group of people he meant to defend. Cooler heads prevail Chevy.
Switched at Birth Review: Hold Nothing Back
I really felt bad for Kathryn, all these mothers knew instinctively that they didn't have the right daughters but she didn't. I actually felt a lot of sympathy for her in the episode. I kind of feel that Kathryn has so much love that she loved the baby that was placed in her arm to the point where she didn't pick up anything.
Switched at Birth Review: Hold Nothing Back
I know a lot of viewers think that Bay is being bratty but think about this; She's never felt acceptance from her family, she's always known something was off and then Daphne comes in and she's the "perfect" daughter they've always wanted. Just because Bay and Daphne have bonded, doesn't mean Bay still doesn't feel like her parents wouldn't rather the switch didn't happen.
Gossip Girl Season Premiere Review: Do. That. Again.
Switched at Birth Review: Coming Clean
I know a guy a lot like Travis. He was my friend and was always there for me, always ready to be a great guy. He's now my boyfriend, it took me a year to realize that this friend was always there for me, but I'm glad I did. So I'm hoping Daphne realizes it too.
(yes, I know this is a tv show. But being invested in the characters is a sign of a good one)
P.S Awesome to see Toby with a non-Simone related storyline
Switched at Birth Review: Coming Clean
I'm the only artist in my family full of blue collared workers and susie homemakers. It's tough trying to be understood and you can go to some serious lengths to feel like you belong. Which is exactly what's happening. Regina may be the only one who can through to her as not only her bio mother but as a fellow artist and someone who knows that criminal behavior only ends badly.
As for the Emmett thing, Emmett CHEATED on her and then lied about it. Bay borrowed a camera and is confused on how to react to his lovey, dovey gaze. I think we can cut her some slack considering the scenario.
Switched at Birth Review: Coming Clean
Blaming Daphne is ridiculous, she's a horny teenager with starry eyes for her hero. Teenagers never think they're too young, until its too late. Besides, Daphne isn't ready for sex, she made that clear with Wilkie, she's just trying to compete with Melody. This isn't going to end well.
Glee Review: Give Your Heart a Break
The only thing I have to argue about in this episode was the Will and Emma thing. With highly emotional breaks up like Finn and Rachel, Blaine and Kurt, Brittney and Santana, it was weird to throw these two in there.
Emma and Will have been a big storyline since season one, to toss them in there just to round out the episode's "theme" is where this show starting going wrong in the first place. Down with themes. I dont know if these two are broken up but since they're adults, live together, and will work together again after Will gets back, it seems weird to only have ONE conversation with them when their relationship is in fact the one with the most at stake. They shouldn't have been tossed in. Just saying.
Glee Review: Give Your Heart a Break
Another sad break up but again, I can relate. Even when you really love someone, its tough to be young and attached. Santana clearly wants her freedom to explore. Its what college is for. She made the mature but painful choice. I respect that. I had to do that with my high school sweetheart when we went our separate ways, its turned out for the best.
Glee Review: Give Your Heart a Break
What Finn did to Rachel was not cool. He NEVER let her make a decision for herself in that relationship. He abandoned her at the bus station, which was heroic in its own way but it's what I call "benevolent control issues". You want to do the right thing for the one you love but you do it in a way that leaves them without much say in the matter. Rachel was grateful but then he disappears for 4 months. Then re-apears without telling her anything, then disappears again. And he knows he's wrong and needs to get a grip. It was painful to watch (props to both actors) yet you can tell they both thought it was right in the end.
Btw, bet you all 5 bucks Finn decides to be a teacher by the end of this season.
Glee Review: Give Your Heart a Break
High school sweethearts RARELY make it, at least not all the way through. Its because college and work takes us all to different places both physically and emotionally.
First Couple, Blaine and Kurt.
As someone who recently had to let my boyfriend go so he could be in his dream acting school and have very little time for our relationship, I understand what Blaine is going through. The key to not going crazy is to trust they love you and keep busy. Its important to have a dream of your own and know that missing them is temporary, that when you see them again it'll all feel better and you'll have loads to talk about. But I'm older, 21 and I dont think I would have been able to do it at 18 the way they tried to. Even those few years make a big difference.
How I Met Your Mother Review: All the Above
Klaus wasn't funny, I know native Germans who don't speak or act like he does. The stereotype is overused and annoying.
Nick is boring. Hope he goes next. Robin is too awesome for a dumb boyfriend. At least the last ones were either cool or had some interesting quirks.
How I Met Your Mother Review: All the Above
They've never dealt with the fact that Quinn manipulated Barney or that Barney has serious issues remaining faithful, which are two deal breakers. I wasn't expecting it to happen so fast but the conclusion, if not the lead up, was realistic in my mind. They don't trust each other. Great acting on that final scene between those two. There are plenty of couples who jump on the wedding wagon without really thinking about it. I had a similar thing happen with my last boyfriend. Sometimes you just snap back to reality. I do like that Barney didn't cheat on Quinn with Robin, that would have ruined the season because I wouldn't have been able to get behind them as a couple.
Mad Men Review: It Turns To Crap
Mad Men Review: It Turns To Crap
Mad Men Review: It Turns To Crap
I was thankful that they did his makeup to be realistic, most people seem to think that hanging yourself isn't as frightening as other suicides but there really is no pretty way to die. Mad Men is very good at shattering illusions.
I don't think Don is to blame. Lane did steal from the company. His partners would have lent him the money because they understood that he was fundamental in making SCDP to begin with. They might have grumbled a bit but they would have quietly helped him. In the end, he didn't trust anyone. Its sad, because he was so great. He was really smart and could have been very successful at a different firm if he had taken Don's way out. But the idea of losing something he'd worked so hard for, just finished him. He'd been under so much pressure that this was just the final blow for a very desperate and ultimately, lonely man. Rest in peace, Lane Pryce. I for one was always a fan.
CW Show-Down: Which New Show Looks Best?
CW Show-Down: Which New Show Looks Best?
Emily Owens is to play off the Grey's An. fans and those that find awkwardness attractive/endearing.
Carrie Dairies is for the die hard Sex in the City fans and they get away with it because Anna-Sophia Robb is such a cutie.
Arrow is for those that liked Smallville and trying to grasp a little of the Avenger's fandom.
Cult is the thriller/ attempt at mind fuck.
Beauty and the Beast for the Twihard fans who enjoy watching fanged men push girls out of the way of moving transportation devices. Except, they've done one better, they've up-ed the attractiveness of the leads and threw in a classic Disney favorite for the basic concept.
Now are any of these concepts original? God no but they are marketable.
Mad Men Review: Merry Krishna
I enjoyed the fact that Megan and Don weren't getting along about acting and that Don's resentment is coming through. Also, I'm an actress and I've had similar conversations with people about my chosen career path. People can be astounded that you want to act for a living, especially the older generations. Also, might I point out that we may have a Betty 2.0 on our hands after that paranoid fit Megan threw. We're seeing how Don gives up on relationships when he finds out that his perfect wife isn't what he built up in his mind.
Great episode, my fav this season. LOVED JOAN. "Surprise! There's an airplane to see you"! Christina Hendricks, you need an Emmy.