It's the weekend, so I'll skip the heavy, political stuff for a day (welllll, maybe).
My best friend, Gus, and I talk almost every day. It's a great way to stay connected to somebody you care about, but live some distance from.
Yesterday we got into an involved conversation about TV, and the programs we watch. Since we are practically brothers, in that I am closer to him than any family member, it's not surprising that we both like the same shows. We like "NCIS"; NCIS, LA, and Unforgettable, to name a few. We both are disappointed that "Prime Suspect" disappeared after only a few episodes and are hoping that we just saw a first season trial, and that the show will return.
Gus and I had the same (WTF?) reaction to the last episode about the female spy that got away. The whole episode, including the inserted (probey) character, was, well, uncharacteristic of the usual, quality NCIS episodes. What happened? Did somebody decide that it was time to force a "gay" character into the show? Frankly, that episode should go down as the worst, ever. The writing was so forced and screwed up that even the other characters appeared to be "winging" their lines, making things up as they went. Cote's character, Zeva, really looked forced and contrived.
What amazed me is how many of our friends reacted in that same way (WTF?).
On the other hand, it was great to see NCIS' "Kensey" get a lead in that show for once. Her two episode segment was great and refreshing! I love that show, as well as "Unforgettable". Poppy Montgomery is great, but the last episode got away from her character a little. Again, I watch for continuity, and Poppy's character took a more dominant stand than her usual character position. After all, she's the newest on the team, the ex-girlfriend of her boss, and plays a strong supporting character, according to how the show was set up and introduced. She acted more the the person in charge in that segment, which was good all the same.
I like "Alcatraz", and my friend Gus, tells me to see the new Keefer Sutherland pilot and watch that series, too. I had strong misgiving about the original "CSI", after the loss of the two leads, most recently Marg Helgenburger, but Ted Dansen has pleasantly surprised with his character. I am neutral about Elizabeth Shue, so far, as it feels as if her character is a favor job to her from somebody upstairs. Maybe things will develop.
Finally, "CSI-NY" is a great show, too. What I do not like is that there appears to be too few new shows during their "season", and that this show is often cut for other productions, so I lose continuity.
It's good to take a day off from our incredibly important upcoming election. The fate and future of America is up for grabs, so what is happening is so very important to us Americans. I will finish by recommending Ann Coulter's latest article "The Problem with Santorum". I have had growing misgiving about Rick, and Ann Coulter quantified my misgivings very well. Please take the time to read her article. You can link to it via the link list on Drudge.
God Bless America! God Save America!
My best friend, Gus, and I talk almost every day. It's a great way to stay connected to somebody you care about, but live some distance from.
Yesterday we got into an involved conversation about TV, and the programs we watch. Since we are practically brothers, in that I am closer to him than any family member, it's not surprising that we both like the same shows. We like "NCIS"; NCIS, LA, and Unforgettable, to name a few. We both are disappointed that "Prime Suspect" disappeared after only a few episodes and are hoping that we just saw a first season trial, and that the show will return.
Gus and I had the same (WTF?) reaction to the last episode about the female spy that got away. The whole episode, including the inserted (probey) character, was, well, uncharacteristic of the usual, quality NCIS episodes. What happened? Did somebody decide that it was time to force a "gay" character into the show? Frankly, that episode should go down as the worst, ever. The writing was so forced and screwed up that even the other characters appeared to be "winging" their lines, making things up as they went. Cote's character, Zeva, really looked forced and contrived.
What amazed me is how many of our friends reacted in that same way (WTF?).
On the other hand, it was great to see NCIS' "Kensey" get a lead in that show for once. Her two episode segment was great and refreshing! I love that show, as well as "Unforgettable". Poppy Montgomery is great, but the last episode got away from her character a little. Again, I watch for continuity, and Poppy's character took a more dominant stand than her usual character position. After all, she's the newest on the team, the ex-girlfriend of her boss, and plays a strong supporting character, according to how the show was set up and introduced. She acted more the the person in charge in that segment, which was good all the same.
I like "Alcatraz", and my friend Gus, tells me to see the new Keefer Sutherland pilot and watch that series, too. I had strong misgiving about the original "CSI", after the loss of the two leads, most recently Marg Helgenburger, but Ted Dansen has pleasantly surprised with his character. I am neutral about Elizabeth Shue, so far, as it feels as if her character is a favor job to her from somebody upstairs. Maybe things will develop.
Finally, "CSI-NY" is a great show, too. What I do not like is that there appears to be too few new shows during their "season", and that this show is often cut for other productions, so I lose continuity.
It's good to take a day off from our incredibly important upcoming election. The fate and future of America is up for grabs, so what is happening is so very important to us Americans. I will finish by recommending Ann Coulter's latest article "The Problem with Santorum". I have had growing misgiving about Rick, and Ann Coulter quantified my misgivings very well. Please take the time to read her article. You can link to it via the link list on Drudge.
God Bless America! God Save America!
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