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Category Archives: Television
Supernatural, Season 10, Episode Whatever: Open Thread
I had hoped to get the “Born Under a Bad Sign” re-cap up today, but had a couple of work things I had to do – all good stuff that I’m excited about, but time-consuming. I should probably work on … Continue reading
Supernatural: Season 2, Episode 13: “Houses of the Holy”
Directed by Kim Manners Written by Sera Gamble Faces. It’s all about the Faces. You know Kim Manners studied and knew his Cassavetes. On the one hand, “Houses of the Holy” is a very bizarre episode, undeniably powerful and yet … Continue reading
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Tagged Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Kim Manners, Sera Gamble, SPN Season 2, Supernatural
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A Master Class Scene
This scene could (and should) be studied from every angle possible (the directorial choices – that final shot! the closeups, the slow moving-in – the way the scene is written – its tempo and flow, as well as the four … Continue reading
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Supernatural, Season 10, Episode 12: Open Thread
My schedule careening towards the breaking point, not sure when I will get a chance to watch tonight’s episode. Hopefully tomorrow, but more likely Thursday. Will catch up with you all then!
Supernatural: Season 2, Episode 12: “Nightshifter”
Directed by Phil Sgriccia Written by Ben Edlund Ben Edlund’s voice quickly became an extremely important one in the Supernatural writing staff. The writing staff bring different sensibilities to the table, one of the reasons why the show has such … Continue reading
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Tagged Ben Edlund, Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Phil Sgriccia, SPN Season 2, Supernatural
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Supernatural, Season 10, Episode 11: Open Thread
Catch you all tomorrow, hopefully. Look forward to it.
Supernatural, Season 10, Episode 10: Open Thread
Seeing a play tonight and this is a 4-deadline week. Knocked two out of the way, two more to go, so I’ll be scarce round these parts. Have fun. Catch up with you all when I clear my desk.
The Cast of Transparent Post Golden Globes
The first question comes, and Jeffrey Tambor passes it right to Alex. And look what happens. The fact that he would pass it to her, and give her that space (“tell them what you just told me”) says worlds, says … Continue reading