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The Vampire Diaries: Behind the Scenes Pictures & Video Sneak Peek

thetvchick — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:41:29 +0000

I have been loving the new episodes of The Vampire Diaries, and I am so glad it’s back. Tonight’s episode is a flashback to 1864. And let me say, those vampires look good in 1864. Here is what the network has to say about tonight’s episode:

“In flashbacks, Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon (Ian Somerhalder) recall the long-ago actions taken by townspeople including their father, Guiseppe Salvatore (guest star James Remar, “Dexter”), and Pearl (guest star Kelly Hu, “Army Wives”), leading to the devastating events that caused the rift in their relationship. In the present, Bonnie’s (Katerina Graham) date with Ben (guest star Sean Faris) takes a frightening turn. Elena (Nina Dobrev) helps Stefan as he and Damon race to find the missing journal that belonged to Elena’s ancestor. Stefan learns the reason behind Alaric’s (Matt Davis) interest in both the journal and the town’s history. Damon discovers that an old acquaintance has returned to town with an agenda he understands.”

Here are some great behind-the-scenes photos:

Also, check out this video preview:

Be sure to watch The Vampire Diaries “Children of the Damned” tonight at 8 pm on the CW.

Vampire Diaries Returns Tonight

thetvchick — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:35:04 +0000

I have really missed this show! So excited for it to return!

Best TV Of The Year: 2009

thetvchick — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:38:30 +0000

As opposed to my Best of the Decade list which contained moments and episodes from the decade, this list will be less extensive because I didn’t want to limit myself to 5 best shows of 09. Keep in mind, this is in no particular order!

1. Parks and Recreation: I did not enjoy this show in its first season. It was always all about “the pit” and getting rid of the pit. I adore Amy Poehler, but her role seemed a bit too Michael Scott-esque to me. However, whatever happened during the off-season was fantastic. Season two has been hilarious. The pit has taken a secondary role, and each character has had a chance to develop and grow. I didn’t care for Andy in the first season, but he has become one of my favorites. I think this show deserves a ton of recognition for really stepping up its game. It is a show I look forward to every week.

2. Lost: This past season has been phenomenal. Time changing, Dharma goodness, Hurley’s hilarious questions…it’s all been great. The creators are brilliant, and I have faith that they know exactly what they are doing and that the series finale is going to blow our minds.

3. How I Met Your Mother: This year has had such great episodes as The Playbook and The Front Porch (I will never forget how hard I laughed at suitjamas). While this show can have its up and downs, every episode makes me happy. And any excuse to watch Barney Stinson (Neil Patrick Harris) wax poetic about his “bro code” and “lemon laws” is great in my opinion.

4. The Office: Season 5 started off (in ’08) with the Jim and Pam proposal, and ended on a pregnancy. And season 6 had one of the best episodes of The Office ever with the Jim/Pam wedding. It was perfect in so many ways–hilarious but also showed us what we have been wanting for 6 years. I may have watched the boat scene upwards of 10 times. The show is at its best truly brilliant, and it has been a great season thus far. I can’t wait to see more.

5. Party Down: This show on Starz Network has garnered quite a following for itself. Created by Rob Thomas (of Veronica Mars fame) it stars many of his VM colleagues, and is truly fantastic. It is a hilarious and wonderful portrayal of a catering company in Los Angeles, and its employees who clearly want to be more than just cater waiters. It returns for a 2nd season in 2010, where Kristen Bell will be back, and Megan Mullally joins the cast. This is a show you must see! Catch up with it on DVD before season 2 begins.

6. In Treatment: I fell in love with this show on DVD. When it returned for a 2nd season, I was incredibly excited. It is brilliant and innovative, and you feel like you are going through therapy with each episode and character. I truly wish I could see Dr. Weston. Gabriel Byrne, Dianne Wiest and the entire cast are brilliant. There was talk of it only being two seasons because the Israeli series it is based on (Bei Tipul) only had that number. But thankfully, it returns in 2010 for Season 3 on HBO, so be sure to look out for it.

7. Glee: It has been a really long time since a show made me quite as happy as Glee does, which is quite fitting given the name. Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan and Brad Falchuk are creative geniuses who cast some of the most talented actors I have ever seen, and created one of the most unique shows out there. It will be a long winter without new episodes, but I will most likely be buying the DVD the day it goes on sale. Lea Michele’s voice and talent is unstoppable, and the rest of the cast is fantastic as well. I truly cannot wait until April.

8. Modern Family: This mockumentary style comedy was one of my favorite pilots of the fall season, and it has continued to live up to my high expectations. Each part of the family is hilarious in their own right, and I will never forget Fizbo the Clown, the Lion King moment, the ice dancing routine, and when Luke got shot by Phil. What makes it truly spectacular though is that at heart, it’s about a family. Even in its crazy, dysfunctional state, the family always comes together at the end. It is full of as many touching moments as it is funny ones, and I love it for that.

9. The Good Wife: I really enjoyed this pilot in the fall as well, and even in its first season, it has earned a place on my best of 09 list. It is very different from other law shows out there. Juliana Margulies makes a great leading lady, and I also love Archie Panjabi (Kalinda). With each episode, we learn more about Chris Noth’s character, and the law firm. I think it has a bright future ahead of it, and I hope to see more great episodes in 2010.

10. True Blood: Season 1 stuck mainly to the first book (with a few exceptions), and while Season 2 kept to Book 2 in some respects it also branched out quite a bit. I love Vampires…so this book series and TV series are quite wonderful. There is some fantastic acting, and lovely looking vampires, and I can’t wait for its return!

Honorable Mentions: V, White Collar, The Biggest Loser, The Vampire Diaries, Make it or Break It, and Secret Life of the American Teenager: All shows I loved and enjoyed, and would be on the best of 09 list if I had a list of 20.

The Vampire Diaries Marathon Starts TONIGHT

thetvchick — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:55:36 +0000

With a lull in new episodes of TV, the TV Chick is here to tell you some things you might want to check out while you wait for other shows to return (Glee, come back, please!) The Vampire Diaries was one of my favorite pilots, and has lived up to my expectations. Even if vampires aren’t your thing (which really, why would they not be?), the cast is great, the stories are interesting and the writing is not like that of other teen shows. Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder are two more great reasons why you should tune in. If you haven’t been watching, the show is based on a series of Young Adult Novels. It centers around the city of Mystic Falls, where Stefan (Paul Wesley) falls in love with Elena (Nina Dobrev). She reminds him of Katherine, his long lost love (and also his maker). Stephen is a “good” vampire, who doesn’t feed on human blood. He has been living in relative anonymity in Mystic Falls until his brother Damon (Ian Somerhalder) decides to return and wreak havoc. There’s also a witch, and a community of vampire haters/hunters. Bianca Lawson from Buffy and Saved by the Bell: The New Class even guest stars!

In the world of Twilight and True Blood (which I love), The Vampire Diaries brings a unique spin on an almost overdone topic. So, what are you waiting for? You should watch! The CW will be re-airing every episode from the first half of Season 1 starting tonight. They will air two episodes each night from Monday, Dec. 14 through Friday, Dec. 18 from 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Be sure to tune in for some sexy vampire action — I mean great TV!

VIDEO: The Vampire Diaries clip

thetvchick — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:27:00 +0000

The Vampire Diaries is one show that I have loved since the pilot, and has just gotten better. I love all things vampire, but the acting is fantastic and the storylines continue to get more interesting and complex.

So, just for fun, check out a clip where Paul Wesley (Stefan) discusses The Vampire Diaries:

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And be sure to tune in tonight for a new episode at 8 pm on the CW.