- Pillars of the Earth mini-series - I read the book a couple of years ago and loved it. I thought they did a pretty good job adapting this to screen. My only criticism was that they portrayed Philip as all good, whereas in the book he really corrupted much more towards the end.
- Mildred Pierce mini-series - Both Joe and I enjoyed this. I haven't seen the previous version nor read the book. Kate Winslet is just heaven to watch. Guy Pearce, whom I like, was fine. Evan Rachel Wood played the spoiled brat child to perfection. Enjoyed Melissa Leo's performance as well - quite a departure from Mickey Ward's mom. The costumes have got to win something.
- Camelot - New series on Starz that I'm really enjoying. Liking the story, costumes great, the woman playing Morgan, King Arthur's half-sister, is fantastic. The guy playing King Arthur, however, is like a little waif-y blonde teenager. What were they thinking??? It hasn't ruined the show for me but it's really distracting. Also, Joseph Fiennes is over playing Merlin a bit.
- Game of Thrones - Saw the 1st episode of this new HBO show last night and can't stop thinking about it. I read a review on Pop Candy that it's really a lot of debauchery, not quite a show for the ladies, but I really liked it without considering the trashy parts. You do have to pay attention to keep track of the families and how they inter-relate. Looking forward to the next ep.
- Regular Comedies: Modern Family, Office, Parks & Recreation, 30 Rock - Office is still dull this year. Don't really care about Michael Scott leaving. Just not that funny anymore, but hanging in there. Loving the other 3.
- Top Chef Masters - Didn't watch last year, but enjoying this season. Interesting watching the pro/seasoned chefs as compared to the newbies. So glad Suvir didn't get sent home...I'm loving him and his style.
- Lights Out - This is boring me and we've let episodes delete. I love FX, but this is just not that good. I'm waiting anxiously for Sons of Anarchy to return.
- Friday Night Lights - Last season just started this past week and it's great to have Coach and the fam back!
- Me Only: HIMYM, Greys - F*&^ing sweeps - no new episodes in so long.
- On DVD: Big Bang Theory, Season 1 - Just started this a few weeks ago as back up if nothing is on. Friend had recommended based on us having enjoyed Freaks & Geeks, and we're loving it. Such a funny show. Love nerd humor.
*** finding the entertainment in everyday life ***
Thursday, April 21, 2011
TV: What We're Watching
Still watching a variety of shows, but just haven't written about it in awhile. We seem to be in a period-series kick right now...
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For pure twisted silliness, try The Oblongs ~ voices by Will Ferrell, Jean Smart ~ v.funny!
XOXO,
Mom
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