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White Collar Season Two: Premiering This Summer

matt@iscribelimited.com (M.L. House) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:26:47 EST

Earlier this week, White Collar concluded its popular first season with an episode that left viewers anxious for season two.

Fortunately, fans of this surprising hit won't need to wait long for that to premiere: White Collar will air new installments this summer.

The following videos hype this return. Only a couple more months until we get more Matt Bomer, folks...

White Collar Preview

Return Trailer

White Collar Season Finale Review: "Out of the Box"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:44:36 EST

Last night wrapped up the first season and boy did our boys go out with a bang - literally! And we surely did not see that one coming!

We were curious how everything would end and what choice Neal would choose - to follow his heart (Kate) or do what he knew would be the more honest choice and stay.

"Out of the Box" showed us that White Collar is here to stay!

As much as we loved how tirelessly romantic Neal is about Kate, we don't think she deserves it.

In fact. we really like Alex! She's hot, smart, and fun. Plus, from the looks of the two of them naked in the swimming pool, there is definitely an attraction there. All we can do is keep our fingers crossed that next season Neal doesn't waste too much time moping about over the loss of Kate.

Speaking of, do you really think Kate died? We've got a feeling Kate is like a cat with many lives and will come back next season. Maybe she was even in on it and wanted the plane to explode with Neal in it? Wouldn't that be a dark twist?

The last couple seconds before Neal was about to board the plane, really had us guessing whether he turned around to stay or to just say good-bye. Either way, we know Fowler is the one behind the bomb. He has to be! But, how will Peter and Neal prove it?

Elizabeth's role again was just an accent part of the show. We hate to admit it, but we really don't feel any on screen chemistry between her and Peter. Hopefully next season things will heat up!

All in all, the boys knew how to bring it and kept us highly entertained throughout the episode. What did you guys think of the season finale?

Until next season, we leave you with a couple of our favorite White Collar quotes after the jump!

Peter: You said goodbye to everyone but me. Why?
Neal: You know why.
Peter: Tell me.
Neal: Because you are the only one who could change my mind. | permalink

Neal: You and Peter - how did you really know?
Elizabeth: Well, I think there is a difference between loving the idea of someone and actually loving who they are. | permalink

Neal: I'm an internationally known art thief and tonight I am here to rob you - cheers! | permalink

Mozzie: We feel free when we escape even if it will be from the frying pan to the fire. | permalink

White Collar Spoilers: "Out of the Box"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:49:42 EST

This week marks the season finale of White Collar.

"Out of the Box" will have us speechless and by the looks of these stills, Fowler may have everything to do with it!

Neal will try to steal the music box from the Italian consulate with Alex's help, but will Peter catch him breaking the law and send him back to jail before he can ever meet with Kate again?

We will also learn why Mozzie is called Mozzie and who some of his connections are.

Don't forget to tune in tomorrow night at 10pm on USA to watch an epic ending to one of our favorite shows. Follow the jump to see some more exclusive stills!

White Collar Review: "Front Man"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:48:22 EST

Last night on White Collar, we got one step closer to finding the music box. Alex would not give Neal any information about the box unless he proved that he could get away from the FBI without the ankle bracelet.

At first, we weren't sure how Neal would be able to pull that off, but of course this guy knew the perfect time to get away. It amazes us how everything always seems to work out for Neal just at that last second. This guy is lucky!

We were impressed with Peter's ability to know that Neal met with Alex. How could he see the single brunette strand of hair on his jacket? It was like Peter was inside Neal's mind.

The big question is - how will Neal be able to steal the music box and not go to jail? As the season is coming to an end, we know we are going to be unable to sit through the intensity of this show!

"Front Man" did keep our interests peaked, especially the scene with Mozzie helping Neal. We like how Mozzie is the Robin to Neal's Batman. He always finds a way to help him in the most dire of circumstances.

Our favorite part of last night's episode was Mozzie freaking out that he was tricking the big crime leader, Riley, into giving them his briefcase. We feel like Mozzie is the brains behind (almost) everything Neal does.

We weren't too impressed with Rice and thought her character was lacking the strong leadership an FBI boss would have. We knew that there was a reason why she was so determined to have Neal on her case from the beginning. What was your take on her?

Tiffany Thiessen has been absent due to her pregnancy in real life, but her character Elizabeth is totally missing any main plots/story-lines on this show. We feel bad because we love her and want her character to be a main one and not just a character with a couple lines here and there. Hopefully next week we will see more of her!

Lastly, we can't wait to see what Fowler has been up to! What about Kate?!

Until next week, we leave you with some of our favorite White Collar quotes:

Neal: You go half way around the world chasing something and the whole time it's in your own backyard. | permalink

Mozzie: That's the closest I've come to death this year. | permalink

Mozzie: I just said that to a guy who enjoys killing people with his bare hands. | permalink

Elizabeth: Not everything has a secret meaning. | permalink

White Collar Review: "Bottlenecked"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:42:42 EST

After a week long hiatus, our favorite duo is back!

It was interesting to meet someone else from Neal's past. Keller played the overly confident jerk quite well. He wasn't as good looking as I thought he would be - especially since he kept referencing romantic ties to Kate. Really, would she choose this guy over the hunk of a man that is Neal? No way!

One problem we had during "Bottlenecked" would be how simple it was for Neal to catch Keller at the end.

Keller was able to trick them into making a replica of the Franklin bottle of wine, but wasn't able to guess that they would try every possible way to get him in police custody? We thought this guy was supposed to be one step ahead of Neal?

It was very hard for us to find the point of this episode. Besides finding out who was the mysterious chess player - we really didn't learn much about Kate's whereabouts and the music box (other than the last thirty second conversation between Mozzie and Neal).

Back to the mysterious chess game - what was the point of that anyway?

We feel that we were kind of jipped not getting a better storyline that tied everything together. Really, was the only point to show that Keller has a deep fixation on Neal? If that is the bottom line, we have to say it is quite odd.

Once again, Elizabeth was noticeably absent this week. What gives? Since there isn't much time left in the season are the writers waiting it out to pull something big on us that includes Elizabeth? We will be bummed if she doesn't get a larger upcoming role.

Well, we look forward to seeing what happens next - hopefully some more mouth dropping craziness like the mid-season finale! Until next week, check out a few White Collar quotes after the jump!

Neal: You like scavenger hunts?
Mozzie: I've been known to uncover an Easter egg or two in my time. | permalink

Peter: You met him playing backgammon?
Neal: It was simpler times. | permalink

Neal: Sounds like check mate to me. | permalink

Peter: And for the record I hate Port - its too syrupy.
Neal: There will be other options. | permalink

White Collar Preview: "Bottlenecked"

matt@iscribelimited.com (M.L. House) — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:54:13 EST

After a week off the air, White Collar returns with a new episode next week.

The February 23 installment is titled "Bottlenecked" and is highlighted by the return of Neal's former rival.

As always, we'll recap and review the episode soon after it airs, publishing the latest White Collar quotes, critiques, pictures and more. In the meantime, check out the official USA preview below, followed by a few images "Bottlenecked."

Bottlenecked Preview

Marsha Thomason: Promoted to Series Regular on White Collar

matt@iscribelimited.com (M.L. House) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:44:22 EST

As Naomi on Lost, Marsha Thomason got literally stabbed in the back by John Locke and killed off that TV show.

But the actress has a much brighter future ahead of her on White Collar: she's been promoted to a series regular on the USA hit.

As first reported by Entertainment Weekly, Thomason’s character (junior FBI agent Diana Lancing) appeared in the White Collar series premiere, but hasn’t been seen or heard from since. Look for her to reappear in the March 9 finale and then be featured heavily on season two.

The actress recently completed an arc on General Hospital, portraying the girlfriend of James Franco’s psychotic killer.

White Collar Review: "Home Invasion"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:57:58 EST

Both Elizabeth and Mozzie were noticeably absent from "Home Invasion" this week. One can only guess why.

The boys did do a good job carrying the show without them, but we actually have to admit, we missed these two!

Mozzie brings about a level of comic relief that is much needed. With his ability to easily get into cases unnoticed is fantastic. Off topic, whatever happened to him last week anyway? We know Neal got caught, but what about Mozzie? That angle of the show was left unfinished. We hope he is okay!

Elizabeth still has yet to really break out. We loved last week how she finally got jealous about Peter's undercover antics, but the romance still needs to heat up! I hope she plays a larger role in the Kate/Fowler situation. That would be so good!

Back to the storyline, last night did not have us yelling at the TV, but it did keep us entertained. We really enjoyed watching Peter move in on Neal's home territory. How great was it that he took his seat? Their relationship is definitely blossoming more than just friends - we dare say they are becoming brothers!

It was pretty obvious for us that Pierce was the killer. I wonder why they made it not so obvious to Peter at first? Neal came in with his detective skills and a second later Peter realized that she used the dead guy's shoe to leave tracks. Lame.

We also thought that the ending was pretty weak. Was Pierce that dumb to believe that Neal would hide the jade elephants at Peter's house? If she did any real investigative work, wouldn't she know Neal is working with the FBI? When they did finally barge in, it was so easy to take the gun away from Pierce - why couldn't Neal just do that in the beginning?

All in all the episode was okay - we only gave it 2.5 stars. What did you guys think?

Until next week, we leave you with a few White Collar quotes:

Neal: Peter, mi casa es su casa. | permalink

Daniel: (to Neal) You are the ambassador of awesome. | permalink

Peter: You have a lot of rules for someone who doesn't play by them. | permalink

White Collar Review: "Vital Signs"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:09:01 EST

Last night, White Collar may not have given us any clues into the whole Kate, Fowler, and Neal triangle - but "Vital Signs" proved this show is great even without the main storyline.

A couple things we loved about this week's episode:

The interaction between Elizabeth and Peter. Finally we get to see a little emotion here! The end could have been steamier, but at least it felt authentic with the whole non-jealous - jealous emotional interplay.

The tricky way they got the doctor to believe he was starting renal failure - bigger clothes (check), rash all over his body (check) and blood in his urine (check)! Great plot. I loved every second of it!

The complete trust that Peter and Neal share with each other. Granted, Neal was all doped up, but you can tell there is a bond between these guys. It gets me feeling all warm and fuzzy.

There is no doubt in our minds that Neal is not a bad guy. He has proven time and time again that he is choosing to do the right thing. The only thing that keeps him from the righteous path is Kate.

It will be interesting to see what happens next to our anti hero. We can only hope that next week does bring us one step closer in finding out! Until then, here are a couple White Collar quotes from last night:

Elizabeth: There are some dishes to be washed - Mr. Magic Hands. | permalink

Melissa: We may have a few slots available - you boys willing to get your hands dirty? | permalink

Neal: You're the only one.
Peter: The only one what?
Neal: The only person in my life that I trust. | permalink

White Collar Preview: "Vital Signs"

mmcarion@gmail.com (Mrs. Northman) — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:42:18 EST

This week on White Collar, Peter goes undercover to catch the bad guy in "Vital Signs."

And, from the looks of it below, Peter has gotten himself in some risky business!

Neal accidentally comes across a secret lab that harvests human organs. It is up to Peter to save Neal before his time runs out!

Check out our preview pictures below and don't forget to tune in Tuesday night at 10pm on USA.