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... but he recognizes it as a tool for power. He's a parallel to very real fake religious fanatics in all religions who pretend to be holier than though and just say "sorry" when they're done with their sins, and all is okay, and use their religion as a source of power. Alan Ball loves to point out those hypocrisies, so don't expect this to last.
Maybe it's just me, but I'm pushing for Martha to actually end up connecting/bonding with Luna and her pup. I think Martha will realize the Pack is going down a wrong path (unless Alcide fixes that) and will put the pup first. It will be good for Luna to have to trust her. Martha seems to be a very cool layered character.
Boy do I wish Sookie knew all the vamps were going "bat-shit crazy" before she was dumping all her faerie power out. Ugh.
Terrie, I think it was just the extent of the injuries. I actually thought Luna was dead for sure. Sam looked to be shot only in the shoulder or something not as serious, but I think (if I recall, but someone correct me if I'm wrong) that Luna was shot in the chest and stomach. Yes, you CAN survive that under the right circumstances but it will be a SLOW painful recovery. don't think it's shifter-related.
I'd love more theories on why the Bud-dragon connection. Just because he happened to be there in the same episode?
Interesting theory on Lilith/Fae, but I think it's probably b/c it's the purest.. unless Fae are descendant of the original Vamp? What a twist that would be.
I think Russell is still very much so a sociopathic villain. He has just found that if he has said 'praise lillith", or "forgive me, lillith" after something heinous, no one looks at him twice, so it eliminates his danger. He doesn't give two hoots about Lillith or the "true religion", but he recognizes it as a tool for power. He's a parallel to very real fake religious fanatics in all religions who pretend to be holier than though and just say "sorry" when they're done with their sins, and all is okay, and use their religion as a source of power. Alan Ball loves to point out those hypocrisies, so don't expect this to last.
Maybe it's just me, but I'm pushing for Martha to actually end up connecting/bonding with Luna and her pup. I think Martha will realize the Pack is going down a wrong path (unless Alcide fixes that) and will put the pup first. It will be good for Luna to have to trust her. Martha seems to be a very cool layered character.
Boy do I wish Sookie knew all the vamps were going "bat-shit crazy" before she was dumping all her faerie power out. Ugh.
(continued)
Chris O'Hara, I hope you cover more reviews b/c it's nice to not have such a cynical "I hate EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS SHOW" review. Yes, some stuff is boring, but because you don't complain about everything, it makes the ones you do point out have more validity.
Did anyone else catch the moment of sexual tension between Pam and Tara before Pam dismissed her as a pet?
Loved Alcide's recoil of Sookie and then realizing that Eric had messed with him.
Couple of things I picked up on regarding how Roman was overpowered.
Bill told Salome to be careful - she said he had silver intravenously. She was the one who went back to "give him another does of it" - allegedly - in other words, she didn't. I knew she was not going to and he'd be full power by the time he came back. He is 1000 years older than even she, or Roman.
If I saw the incredible Hulk snapping Barbie in front of me, even being a general good Samaritan in life, would I step in? Uhh, no. That's a negative. Eric is 1000 years and older than most of the people that were in that room. So none of them stood a chance unless they let him have his way.
And no, Roman is not alive - he blew up. But, between flashbacks, etc. hopefully we see more of him. I LOVE me some Meloni.
Chris O'Hara, I hope you cover more reviews b/c it's nice to not have such a cynical "I hate EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS SHOW" review. Yes, some stuff is boring, but because you don't complain about everything, it makes the ones you do point out have more validity.
Did anyone else catch the moment of sexual tension between Pam and Tara before Pam dismissed her as a pet?
Loved Alcide's recoil of Sookie and then realizing that Eric had messed with him.
You're that guy at that party - that sulky, whiny teenager - who's too cool for everything "this is lame", this drink is lame, this party is lame, his shirt is lame, I'm bored, yadda yadda.
If this is SUCH a waste of your time, go review backyardagains or something.
I don't think I've ever "picked on" a reviewer, and I don't mean it to be that way - but seriously dude, I've read your other stuff. This is just not a show you belong reviewing.
I'm sorry, but can we please get a reviewer that LIKES the freaking show? You have whined like a little spoiled baby for EACH one. Seriously. I don't think I've ever seen a review from you on this show that you have said you actually LIKED an episode that DIDN'T come with a "BUT".
You know what? We liked this episode (hubs and I). The reason all the "talk" about Russel Edgington is b/c it was the only way to work Dennis O'Hare into this season w/a conflict he had - he wasn't available until this part in shooting. That's well publicized. So chill the hell out. Most of the rest of us can keep up with the rest of the story lines, and many of us actually ENJOY the fact that we're not just spoon fed a single plot line b/c that's all the writers think we can handle.
I did care - greatly - that Sam and Luna were shot. I enjoy this show. You're that guy at that party - that sulky, whiny teenager - who's too cool for everything "this is lame", this drink is lame, this party is lame, his shirt is lame, I'm bored, yadda yadda.
If this is SUCH a waste of your time, go review backyardagains or something.
I don't think it's Anson. It isn't "complex" enough into his game to just kill Fiona. She's too valuable.
Beyond that though no clue, but I would GUESS it would be someone to whom Michael is valuable as either a broken man or unencumbered. Wait, that could be Anson again.
You left out the very important detail Harvey shared at the end, how Daniel (Hardman) said that he was embezzling money to care for his wife who was dying of cancer... but it was really to care for his MISTRESS.
I don't think Harvey and Jessica are bringing it on themselves... I think they know things we don't know yet.
I also think Harriet Spector and Michelle Ross are the coolest humans on earth. Along with Edith Ross, of course.
By the way, this is the only time I've ever actually rooted for Luis. Wow.
That's the thing I love about this show. The characters just rock. And... my heart breaks for Rachel and Mike too, but I knew they wouldn't let them be together so soon. The longer journey is better!
(other than to set up character background for Jason).
Also I could care less about seeing Lala's witch story.
I AM enjoying seeing Tara's struggle with what she's becoming, and still being Tara - seeing herself in that reflection was a pretty cool scene.
Thinking back to the vamps/smelling Sookie - even Russel E. couldn't smell her. Only noticed it after the light. They could TASTE her so it must be b/c she is very very partial Faerie.
It was indeed a Fairy, and it was Claude - and the only reason I know that is that I happened to catch that in the ending credits, they credited "Fairy Claude" - which though I haven't read the books, is supposed to be one BFD.
Alan Ball has said that we'll see a whole lotta fairies this season, which should be a good thing, I think.
I too thought it was "odd" that Jess never noticed Sook's smell, but maybe bc/ Sook's only part and Claude is full and old? Not all vamps smell Sookie right away if you notice. It's usually once they're really close.
Do you think Nora is really a sanguinista? Would have been odd for her to be rescuing Bill and Eric, no? Eric I understand obviously... but Bill? Could she have just broken under the torture? Just seems odd.
I also think I have heard that Jason does turn to a panther finally this season (groan) which I believe was foreshadowed by "Prince Charming". Gives a second reason for delving into the naughty teacher scene (other than to build character history).
I liked watching Tara's struggle with the new "her". There are a lot of Tara haters on here but frankly I think most of them have never been that beat down in life - can't blame the girl for being jaded! Wish we weren't seeing the stupid witch stuff back with Lala. yawn.
I love the idea that you have your own perspective to bring to this. So I don't say this to be mean... but perhaps they can have an editor do a proof before you publish, just for some of the more glaring typos before you publish, not to take away from your voice?
Writing isn't your given profession so no one would - or should - expect perfection, but TV Fanatic should at least be ensuring a once-over is given so people can enjoy what you have to say without being distracted from things that take away from it.
Not everyone is as meticulous about things like this as I am, but you'd be surprised how many are. Again, I sincerely don't mean this to pick in a mean way - it's the site's responsibility to ensure this. Keep up the great perspectives!
It's Jessica Pearson, not Hardman. Hence why he (Daniel)is the other partner.
Otherwise, on to the episode - one of the best openers ever, but I think my single favorite thing about this show is the chemistry between Mike/Harvey; Harvey/Jessica; Harvey/Donna... which, must just mean that Gabriel Macht is incredible and the writers beyond reproach.
Seriously... they can do so much with the show because they HAVE to do so little "acting" - which is how you know it is actually really GOOD acting.
I loved seeing Emily/Amanda before she was "hardened". Amanda lost her cool. Emily wouldn't ever. Amanda was sloppy (footprints in the snow? Seriously??) - Emily would definitely not. She still had her spark, but it was messy - as it should be. It reminds me of when I was all fire and no refinement at that age too - whereas now, I don't "reveal" my fire and that gives me more power. If you lay all your cards out, then your game is up.
I can't imagine her angst of not believing, and it killed me to see a sweet little girl's life destroyed. You could see how much Victoria was smitten by David - a man not like everyone else. She is fascinating... and disturbing.
This was slower, but what a great layered foundation for the episodes to come.
And while the epi was slow, holy hell the previews.
Whose skull do you think Amanda/Emily is bashing in?????
1) it's a misconception that every international packaged is inspected. (this I know as real-life fact)
2) he got the address from the guy who ordered them in the first place.
(our speculation)
(We wondered the same thing)
Interesting observation about Reinard and Nick/shadow, but the biggest exception is R craves power, N has reluctantly embraced it. And in an awesome way, might I add!
I really, really think this has something more to do with how the disease is transmitted: the cattle being eaten, no bite marks on the two security guards, and the eventual comic reveal. That would sure explain the lack of hope of Dr. Jenner.
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True Blood Review: Love Me, Hate Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me
... but he recognizes it as a tool for power. He's a parallel to very real fake religious fanatics in all religions who pretend to be holier than though and just say "sorry" when they're done with their sins, and all is okay, and use their religion as a source of power. Alan Ball loves to point out those hypocrisies, so don't expect this to last.
Maybe it's just me, but I'm pushing for Martha to actually end up connecting/bonding with Luna and her pup. I think Martha will realize the Pack is going down a wrong path (unless Alcide fixes that) and will put the pup first. It will be good for Luna to have to trust her. Martha seems to be a very cool layered character.
Boy do I wish Sookie knew all the vamps were going "bat-shit crazy" before she was dumping all her faerie power out. Ugh.
True Blood Review: Love Me, Hate Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me
I'd love more theories on why the Bud-dragon connection. Just because he happened to be there in the same episode?
Interesting theory on Lilith/Fae, but I think it's probably b/c it's the purest.. unless Fae are descendant of the original Vamp? What a twist that would be.
I think Russell is still very much so a sociopathic villain. He has just found that if he has said 'praise lillith", or "forgive me, lillith" after something heinous, no one looks at him twice, so it eliminates his danger. He doesn't give two hoots about Lillith or the "true religion", but he recognizes it as a tool for power. He's a parallel to very real fake religious fanatics in all religions who pretend to be holier than though and just say "sorry" when they're done with their sins, and all is okay, and use their religion as a source of power. Alan Ball loves to point out those hypocrisies, so don't expect this to last.
Maybe it's just me, but I'm pushing for Martha to actually end up connecting/bonding with Luna and her pup. I think Martha will realize the Pack is going down a wrong path (unless Alcide fixes that) and will put the pup first. It will be good for Luna to have to trust her. Martha seems to be a very cool layered character.
Boy do I wish Sookie knew all the vamps were going "bat-shit crazy" before she was dumping all her faerie power out. Ugh.
The Bachelorette Review: Men Tell All, Kalon Gets SERVED!
I appreciate her perspective, but knowing she's not a staff writer, the least they could do is give her an editor.
Conceited vs conceded was one of like ten - so distracting :(.
A good review on the topic though.
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True Blood Review: Ready to Die
Chris O'Hara, I hope you cover more reviews b/c it's nice to not have such a cynical "I hate EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS SHOW" review. Yes, some stuff is boring, but because you don't complain about everything, it makes the ones you do point out have more validity.
Did anyone else catch the moment of sexual tension between Pam and Tara before Pam dismissed her as a pet?
Loved Alcide's recoil of Sookie and then realizing that Eric had messed with him.
True Blood Review: Ready to Die
Bill told Salome to be careful - she said he had silver intravenously. She was the one who went back to "give him another does of it" - allegedly - in other words, she didn't. I knew she was not going to and he'd be full power by the time he came back. He is 1000 years older than even she, or Roman.
If I saw the incredible Hulk snapping Barbie in front of me, even being a general good Samaritan in life, would I step in? Uhh, no. That's a negative. Eric is 1000 years and older than most of the people that were in that room. So none of them stood a chance unless they let him have his way.
And no, Roman is not alive - he blew up. But, between flashbacks, etc. hopefully we see more of him. I LOVE me some Meloni.
Chris O'Hara, I hope you cover more reviews b/c it's nice to not have such a cynical "I hate EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS SHOW" review. Yes, some stuff is boring, but because you don't complain about everything, it makes the ones you do point out have more validity.
Did anyone else catch the moment of sexual tension between Pam and Tara before Pam dismissed her as a pet?
Loved Alcide's recoil of Sookie and then realizing that Eric had messed with him.
True Blood Review: Up in Smoke
My husband asked the same question :)
True Blood Review: Up in Smoke
the head was Jesus, and the woman was Lafayette's mom.
Jesus used to be her nurse in the home, that's why she knows him also.
True Blood Review: Up in Smoke
If this is SUCH a waste of your time, go review backyardagains or something.
I don't think I've ever "picked on" a reviewer, and I don't mean it to be that way - but seriously dude, I've read your other stuff. This is just not a show you belong reviewing.
True Blood Review: Up in Smoke
You know what? We liked this episode (hubs and I). The reason all the "talk" about Russel Edgington is b/c it was the only way to work Dennis O'Hare into this season w/a conflict he had - he wasn't available until this part in shooting. That's well publicized. So chill the hell out. Most of the rest of us can keep up with the rest of the story lines, and many of us actually ENJOY the fact that we're not just spoon fed a single plot line b/c that's all the writers think we can handle.
I did care - greatly - that Sam and Luna were shot. I enjoy this show. You're that guy at that party - that sulky, whiny teenager - who's too cool for everything "this is lame", this drink is lame, this party is lame, his shirt is lame, I'm bored, yadda yadda.
If this is SUCH a waste of your time, go review backyardagains or something.
Burn Notice Round Table: "Mixed Messages"
Beyond that though no clue, but I would GUESS it would be someone to whom Michael is valuable as either a broken man or unencumbered. Wait, that could be Anson again.
Crap.
Suits Review: Middle Men
I don't think Harvey and Jessica are bringing it on themselves... I think they know things we don't know yet.
I also think Harriet Spector and Michelle Ross are the coolest humans on earth. Along with Edith Ross, of course.
By the way, this is the only time I've ever actually rooted for Luis. Wow.
That's the thing I love about this show. The characters just rock. And... my heart breaks for Rachel and Mike too, but I knew they wouldn't let them be together so soon. The longer journey is better!
True Blood Review: Smells Like Clean Spirit
Also I could care less about seeing Lala's witch story.
I AM enjoying seeing Tara's struggle with what she's becoming, and still being Tara - seeing herself in that reflection was a pretty cool scene.
Thinking back to the vamps/smelling Sookie - even Russel E. couldn't smell her. Only noticed it after the light. They could TASTE her so it must be b/c she is very very partial Faerie.
True Blood Review: Smells Like Clean Spirit
Alan Ball has said that we'll see a whole lotta fairies this season, which should be a good thing, I think.
I too thought it was "odd" that Jess never noticed Sook's smell, but maybe bc/ Sook's only part and Claude is full and old? Not all vamps smell Sookie right away if you notice. It's usually once they're really close.
Do you think Nora is really a sanguinista? Would have been odd for her to be rescuing Bill and Eric, no? Eric I understand obviously... but Bill? Could she have just broken under the torture? Just seems odd.
I also think I have heard that Jason does turn to a panther finally this season (groan) which I believe was foreshadowed by "Prince Charming". Gives a second reason for delving into the naughty teacher scene (other than to build character history).
I liked watching Tara's struggle with the new "her". There are a lot of Tara haters on here but frankly I think most of them have never been that beat down in life - can't blame the girl for being jaded! Wish we weren't seeing the stupid witch stuff back with Lala. yawn.
The Bachelorette Review: Men in Skirts
The Bachelorette Review: Men in Skirts
Writing isn't your given profession so no one would - or should - expect perfection, but TV Fanatic should at least be ensuring a once-over is given so people can enjoy what you have to say without being distracted from things that take away from it.
Not everyone is as meticulous about things like this as I am, but you'd be surprised how many are. Again, I sincerely don't mean this to pick in a mean way - it's the site's responsibility to ensure this. Keep up the great perspectives!
Suits Season 2 Premiere Review: Protect Your Own
Otherwise, on to the episode - one of the best openers ever, but I think my single favorite thing about this show is the chemistry between Mike/Harvey; Harvey/Jessica; Harvey/Donna... which, must just mean that Gabriel Macht is incredible and the writers beyond reproach.
Seriously... they can do so much with the show because they HAVE to do so little "acting" - which is how you know it is actually really GOOD acting.
Phenomenal.
Revenge Review: Legacy of Guilt
I can't imagine her angst of not believing, and it killed me to see a sweet little girl's life destroyed. You could see how much Victoria was smitten by David - a man not like everyone else. She is fascinating... and disturbing.
This was slower, but what a great layered foundation for the episodes to come.
And while the epi was slow, holy hell the previews.
Whose skull do you think Amanda/Emily is bashing in?????
True Blood Spoilers: Is Tara Alive?
Anyhow, shows are boring when all the characters are lovable and perfect. DUH.
Bring her back and fang on, baby.
Grimm Review: Return to Sender
Grimm Review: Return to Sender
2) he got the address from the guy who ordered them in the first place.
(our speculation)
(We wondered the same thing)
Interesting observation about Reinard and Nick/shadow, but the biggest exception is R craves power, N has reluctantly embraced it. And in an awesome way, might I add!
Awake Review: The Consequences of Crashing
Maybe when we saw her, we only saw a REAL reality?
Who Else Will Die on The Walking Dead?
Revenge Review: You Can't Save Them Both
And Nolan (or his writer, whatever, but he delivers it!) is friggin' hilarious!
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