Television

“The Following” Returns For More Thrills

HOLLYWOOD—I was a huge fan of Kevin Williamson’s serial killer thriller “The Following” in 2013. I thought it was inventive captivating and kept the audience on the edge of their seat from one episode to the next.  The second season picked up precisely where its predecessor left off, with the audience discovering that Ryan Hardy’s (Kevin Bacon) neighbor attacking...

“Revenge” Recap: ‘Hatred’

HOLLYWOOD—Here’s hoping everyone tuned into “Revenge” last night as the series is taking an extended leave until March.  Wait no February sweeps? Apparently not, but episode 13 “Hatred” set the battle lines between Emily (Emily VanCamp) and Daniel (Joshua Bowman) regarding their marriage. “Life is a great sunrise,” powerful words from David Clarke to his young daughter.  The episode...

“American Hustle” Big Winner At SAG Awards

LOS ANGELES—Perhaps the biggest precursor to the Academy Awards is the Screen Actors Guild Awards. The 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards took place on Saturday, January 18 at the famed Shrine Auditorium.  Leading the pack of all nominees was the historical drama “12 Years a Slave” which is proving to be a formidable foe this season.  Perhaps in...

“American Hustle” Cleans Up At Critics Choice

LOS ANGELES—With the awards season in full-force, its one ceremony after another, as the 19th Annual Critics Choice Awards were held inLos Angeleson Thursday, January 16.  “American Hustle” was the big winner taking home three awards including Best Comedy. Best Picture went to “12 Years a Slave,” with a gracious speech from director Steve McQueen who dedicated his award to...

“Pretty Little Liars” Recap: ‘Love ShAck, Baby’

HOLLYWOOD—I will admit I was left a bit underwhelmed by the season premiere of the second half of season four of “Pretty Little Liars” last week. In my opinion, not much action took place or any secrets were divulged to the audience that we weren’t already aware of.  The big stunner was the revelation of what was written in...

“Revenge” Recap: ‘Endurance’

HOLLYWOOD—With Emily Thorne (Emily VanCamp) regaining her memory about who shot her on her wedding night, what does this mean for the Grayson clan? Well, all was not as it seemed in episode 12, “Endurance” which saw Emily become the hostage in Victoria Grayson’s (Madeleine Stowe) latest scheme.  The Queen Bee is very well onto the fact that Emily...

“American Hustle” Big Golden Globe Winner

BEVERLY HILLS—On Sunday, January 12, the 71st Annual Golden Globes were held at the famed Beverly Hilton Hotel and the stars were out in full-force at the event. Taking home the prize for Best Motion Picture-Drama was the movie “12 Years a Slave,” which received a standing ovation from the audience. Director Steve McQueen was bit overwhelmed while accepting...

“Pretty Little Liars” Recap: ‘Who’s In The Box?’

HOLLYWOOD—Television’s guiltiest pleasure returned on Tuesday after a hiatus that seemed all, but too long. The Halloween episode unveiled something we’ve been speculating for the past three seasons, Alison (Sasha Pieterse) is indeed alive, and that Ezra (Ian Harding) may be after her. So where do we go from here? Well for starters, episode 14, “Who’s in the Box”...

“Revenge” Recap: ‘Homecoming’

HOLLYWOOD—It was the wedding shocker that changed everything on “Revenge.” Daniel (Joshua Bowman) shot Emily (Emily VanCamp)!  The aftermath of that act, unfolded in episode 11 “Homecoming” which saw loved ones covering secrets and attempting to discover the truth. The news opened with media coverage of the scandal, with Nolan (Gabriel Mann) not fully aware that his BFF was...

Bullock Wins Big At People’s Choice Awards

HOLLYWOOD—The 2014 People’s Choice Awards were held on Wednesday, January 8 at the Los Angeles Nokia Theater. “Two Broke Girls” stars Kat Dennings and Beth Behrs hosted the ceremony, giving a break to popular host Kaley Cuoco who has hosted the ceremony multiple times in the past. The ceremony was celebrated its 40th anniversary and there was plenty of star...