But this isn't 2004. The mere mention of a liger isn't quite enough to get us chuckling anymore. Eight years
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Napoleon Dynamite Premier
by Ronald A. Rowe on February 2nd, 2012 | Comedy
Napoleon Dynamite premiered on Fox this month to a collective yawn from critics and fans alike. Eight years ago, when we were all still giggling about Napoleon's deadpan humor and wonderfully understated emoting, an animated spinoff would have been a welcome treat. Back then, if the first few episodes fell flat, as the 2012 version has, we'd probably have been willing to ride it out for a few months to give the writers time to adapt to the new medium.
But this isn't 2004. The mere mention of a liger isn't quite enough to get us chuckling anymore. Eight years
But this isn't 2004. The mere mention of a liger isn't quite enough to get us chuckling anymore. Eight years
The Drama Modern Family
by Mackenzie M. on February 1st, 2012 | Comedy, Drama
This week, when deciding which drama show to review, an unlikely candidate came to mind. A show that is known for its smart, real humor and situations, along with its groundbreaking comedic pairing does not strike most people as a typical drama program. However, I would like to argue that Modern Family is in fact a sort of drama in disguise. From the first time I saw an episode, I immediately looked past the comedy and saw the intricate, emotional storylines that are conveniently hidden behind the outward comedy of the show. Let me explain.
Take the relationship between Cam
Take the relationship between Cam
TV News: Upcoming Pilots and New Seasons
by Jaclyn Abergas on January 31st, 2012 | Comedy, Drama, TV News
The CW
CBS
- From the writer of HBO's Sex and the City comes the prequel everybody's been waiting for. The Carrie Diaries has been picked up by the CW and will feature Carrie Bradshaw's life before she moved to New York.
- The CW has also ordered a remake of the 1987 television show, Beauty and the Beast. It'll be set in modern times with a procedural angle.
CBS
- CBS has picked up a comedy pilot from Nick Stoller. The untitled pilot features a guy working in an advertising agency with the woman who broke his heart.
- They also picked up a new drama show, Trooper,
Web Series: Whole Day Down
by Jaclyn Abergas on January 26th, 2012 | Comedy, Drama, Web Series
Whole Day Down
Whole Day Down follows how Willie Garson and Patrick Breen, two unsuccessful and middle-aged actors, pursue their passion for art by opening an art gallery. Or at least occupy a space belonging to Patrick's domineering father-in-law, for one Monday a month. And on top of that, they've got to deal with vengeful art critic, a satanic receptionist and a whole slew of difficult artists.
Whole Day Down stars Patrick Breen as Patrick, Willie Garson as Willie, Elisa Donovan as Nadine, Patrick's wife, and Francesca Fauci as Franny, the receptionist.
About the Creators
Patrick Breen (Creator and Director) has appeared in
Whole Day Down follows how Willie Garson and Patrick Breen, two unsuccessful and middle-aged actors, pursue their passion for art by opening an art gallery. Or at least occupy a space belonging to Patrick's domineering father-in-law, for one Monday a month. And on top of that, they've got to deal with vengeful art critic, a satanic receptionist and a whole slew of difficult artists.
Whole Day Down stars Patrick Breen as Patrick, Willie Garson as Willie, Elisa Donovan as Nadine, Patrick's wife, and Francesca Fauci as Franny, the receptionist.
About the Creators
Patrick Breen (Creator and Director) has appeared in
Glee? Not So Much
by Kaitlin on January 25th, 2012 | Comedy, Drama, Sitcom
When other people criticized Glee for being too cliché and annoying, I was one who defended it. It’s funny because of the stereotypes! The characters are supposed to be exaggerated! Normal people really do break into song all the time! OK, so maybe that last statement is totally false. But still. I liked Glee because it was ridiculous, because it poked fun at high school and the different types of people you encounter there. And also, it had Jane Lynch. Enough said.
Lately, though, watching Glee has been a bit of a chore for me. I didn’t even watch last
Lately, though, watching Glee has been a bit of a chore for me. I didn’t even watch last
