The TV Chick

Last night’s episode of Life Unexpected “Honeymoon Interrupted” was one of my favorite episodes of the series to date. There was a ton of drama and some sexy moments, but most importantly, we finally find out Ryan’s backstory. I knew this was coming sooner rather than later but I think it explains a lot about Ryan and takes him off the “saint” pedestal. I had been so curious to know what his dating past was like and why he keeps coming back to Cate even though she has messed up so many times. In addition, there are advancements on the Baze and Emma front and we delve into the Lux and hot teacher Eric/Mr. Daniels relationship. All of this makes for one amazing and packed hour of television.

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I absolutely adore The Vampire Diaries. One thing I love is that despite having a big cast, the creative team finds ways to utilize every character in really fascinating ways. Some characters are oblivious to the goings on in Mystic Falls (Jenna), some are finding out more and more (Jeremy) and there’s even a newly turned vampire (Caroline). The show is off to an amazing start to the second season. I recently had the chance to chat with the cast and executive producers at New York Comic Con. Steven R. McQueen talked about what’s coming up for Jeremy in the next few episodes, if there will be a Jeremy/Katherine interaction and a possible love interest.

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The Vampire Diaries is off to an amazing start to its second season. Any concerns (not from this TV Chick) of a sophomore season slump have been wiped away. There are crazy doppelganger hijinx, proving that Nina Dobrev really can do no wrong, and of course some incredibly sexy vampires and werewolves (I’m looking at you Uncle Mason!) One of the characters that has really come into her own this season is Bonnie. Her witch powers are developing and she isn’t afraid to take on the vampires to protect her loved ones. I recently had the chance to chat with Katerina Graham at New York Comic Con, and she talked about Bonnie’s powers, her motivations and maybe even a possible love interest.

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Fall TV is a magical time. Old shows are back and better than ever, and there are new ones to capture my attention. However, with Fall TV comes inevitable cancellations (some surprises, some not so much) and shows that are in danger of getting the axe. This TV Chick invests a lot of time into television, and sometimes, her favorite shows are on the bubble of renewal and cancellation. This year, I only picked up a small handful of new shows. In my opinion, it was a rather weak freshman pack, but there are a few that I want to stick around. There are also a couple of shows in their second season that I want to be given a back 9. So without further ado, here’s my list of what I want to be renewed. Feel free to weigh in with your choices as well!

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Last night’s episode of Glee was a perfect balance of story and music that were woven together seamlessly. I always adore Glee (with a few minor bumps in the road) but last night’s episode was a perfect example of what made me fall in love with the show in the first place. The episode starts with Puck absent and in juvie and Sam becoming a new member of the Glee club. The assignment for the week is — you guessed it — duets (or as Brittany so hilariously put it — a blanket). However, this week it’s a competition and the winner gets dinner for two at Breadsticks. But before the duets pair off, Santana and Brittany make out. Holy crap! I’m surprised this made it on at 8 pm but basically Santana is using Brittany because Puck is gone. I kind of loved this moment. I enjoy them together and I liked that later Brittany stood up for herself.

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I am usuallly a bit skeptical of crossover episodes (unless they involve Steve Urkel coming onto Full House, or Taj Mowry coming onto Full House — basically if it involves Full House, I’m okay with it), especially of a show I love SO much and one I don’t really watch. However, I never doubt Liz Tigelaar though, and this week’s Life Unexpected/One Tree Hill crossover is a treat. The way it is handled makes total sense in context of the story and at no point did I feel it compromised the quality of Life Unexpected, in fact, quite the opposite. The basic premise is that K100 (the radio station that Cate and Ryan work for) is having a big outdoor concert. Who performs at this outdoor concert? “One Tree Hill” characters Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) plays a producer who gets on stage as well and Mia (Kate Voegele). But that’s not all! Ben Lee, Sarah McLachlan and Rain Perry (the singer/songwriter of the Life Unexpected theme song) all perform, and their music weaves perfectly into the storylines.

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Ahhh! Guys.  I loved this episode again. I wish I could be more critical, but my inner teenage girl won’t let me.  I really love this show from deep down in my loving place.  It makes me want to be an attractive teenager with a cool vampire boyfriend who has a hot brother. 

Anyways, onto “Kill or Be Killed.” We start out in the past again, but instead of 1864, we’re only going one year into the past.  We’re also going down south to Emerald Coast, Florida where Hot Uncle Mason is closing his bar tab.  When he walks outside, a dude he clearly knows starts a fight with him because the dude thinks that he has been messing around with his girl Marla.  Hot Uncle Mason tries to diffuse things, but the guy keeps trying to fight him, and we all know a Lockwood isn’t going to back down from a fight. Umm, hell no.  So, the hulk is angry and he ends up slamming this guy’s head into the pavement.  And his head totally makes the gross totally dead sound.  Yuck.  The blood is a comin’, and Hot Uncle Mason is becoming wolf-like because he has officially taken someone’s life.  We flash back to the Lockwood mansion where Hot Uncle Mason is regaling his nephew with this story so that he understands the curse is not something you want.  (But, I think he sort of wants it anyway).  Also, Tyler is still lying about the whereabouts of the moonstone. 

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First of all, last night’s episode of Life Unexpected was up in the ratings by a significant amount. So that’s great news! Let’s keep up the momentum for next week! This show is amazing and well worth the watch, so keep watching. “Team Rebounded” starts out with Kelly undermining Cate as the producer of “Morning Madness,” and basically reading from her stupid book on the air instead of sticking to the predetermined topic on the outline. Of course, Cate blames Ryan for going along with Kelly. They take a compatibility test from Kelly’s book and apparently they’re not compatible. Ryan wants six kids and Cate lies about her desire to have kids. More on this later.

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Undercovers is a new sexy spy drama from JJ Abrams on NBC that I am really enjoying. It’s one of the freshman pack that actually stood out in my mind. So I am very excited to offer this fun giveaway. Enter to win an Undercovers travel kit with a blanket and luggage tags. Who doesn’t enjoy awesome free stuff? To enter to win, leave me a comment with why you’d like to be a spy. If you don’t want to be a spy (really?) just leave me a nice comment. And be sure to tune into NBC for an all new episode of Undercovers tomorrow night at 8 pm. And check out the preview for tomorrow night’s episode below!

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I am not alone in saying I was not entirely thrilled with last week’s episode of Glee. I didn’t write it off as the worst hour of television ever, but I felt it was mostly a series of (albeit awesome) music videos as opposed to any plot advancement. This week’s episode, titled “Grilled Cheesus” is the exact opposite. It is one of the best, most emotionally resonant episodes of the series to date. Despite it’s somewhat goofy title, “Grilled Cheesus” is anything but, as it takes on the super sensitive topic of religion. Whenever a show decides to tackle a subject this big and touchy, there’s always the worry that not every point of view will get expressed or someone will be put down for their particular views. I can tell you from my perspective, every religion that’s represented in the McKinley High School Glee Club was given a fair shake, including no religion at all. Non-believers deserve their time too. However, the non believers (for those wondering, Kurt and Sue) explain why they don’t believe in God and what God means to them. Some people heartily disagree with them, but the point is, no one is put down for what they believe in. In times like these, with gay suicides running rampant throughout the country, it’s important for everyone to know their viewpoint is respected and most importantly, no matter what you believe in (or what your sexual preference is), you are supported and welcomed. But I digress.

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