Television Reviews


The Vampire Always Rings Twice—a review of Moonlight's "Fleur de Lis"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Moonlight is fulfilling its mandate as vampire film noir, and doing it beautifully; the homages are tight and really close, but... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

For Your Nose Only—a review of Pushing Daisies's "Smell of Success"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Pushing Daisies is wonderful: layered, involved, involving, and appealing. A bigger audience would be better, but the show itself is great. In this episode... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Coupling—a review of Chuck's "Chuck vs. The Imported Hard Salami
Opinion > Television Reviews
Chuck matures, the couples get funnier, and relationships are, after all, what make the spy-biz go 'round. If you're not watching Chuck, you're missing a lot... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Old Wounds—a review of Moonlight's "12:04AM"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Remember, it's a love story with vampires, not a vampire story with a romance line. It's good, and keeping its audience... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Puppy Love—a review of Pushing Daisies's "Bitches"
Opinion > Television Reviews
There may have been a few too many characters in this episode, but Pushing Daisies is still running on all cylinders, and purring like a... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Partners—a review of Bionic Woman's "Trust Issues"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Things aren't improving with the Bionic Woman, and we get the feeling the producers don't seem to care... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Intersect—a review of Chuck's "Chuck vs. The Truth"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Chuck grows, Sarah shrinks, and the series moves into an even better place... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Body Cool—a review of Moonlight's "Ringer"
Opinion > Television Reviews
With the introduction of a character from Mick's past, Moonlight may be taking a turn for the better, and longer-term survival... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Mr. and Mrs. Bionic—a review of Bionic Woman's "The List"
Opinion > Television Reviews
There's action, and some signs of life, but are they already recycling plots? And the writers, when they get back, will need to retool some of their dialogue... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

One Remote to Rule Them All—a review of Chuck's "Chuck vs. The Alma Mater"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Chuck continues to tap into the smart, funny vibe of the nerd world with savvy and panache. Chuck has improved considerably... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Blood / Lust—a review of Moonlight's "B.C."
Opinion > Television Reviews
To make the main characters stand out, they're two-dimensionalizing the supporting crew. There are some good points, but more work is needed... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Haunted by the Past—a review of Pushing Daisies's "Girth"
Opinion > Television Reviews
We keep saying this show is great, and this episode is no exception, with the proper leavening of bitter to offset the sweet, and... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Doppelgangers—a review of Chuck's "Chuck vs. The Sandworm"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Chuck still has some hopes, but seems to be treading water as the supporting characters steal scenes and lines... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Vampire Fu—a review of Moonlight's "Arrested Development"
Opinion > Television Reviews
The characters may be wimping out, but the romance is growing impressively, and the sizzle is there, so maybe... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Learning Better—a review of Bionic Woman's "The Education of Jaime Sommers"
Opinion > Television Reviews
This week's episode is a quantum, perhaps even bionic, improvement, but with a new show-runner at the helm, is it too little too late?... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

A Birdhouse in Your Soul—a review of Pushing Daisies's "Pigeon"
Opinion > Television Reviews
It's a great episode of a great show. Check out your local windmill museum, and watch this show! (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Everybody's Kung Fu Fighting—a review of Chuck's "Chuck vs. The Sizzling Shrimp"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Chuck seems to be coming together, but Chuck himself still needs some work. Is it time for him to "man up" and accept... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

A Delicate Flower— a review of Moonlight's "Fever"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Moonlight finally shines. Here's hoping it can start to fly... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Expiration Date—a review of Bionic Woman's "Face Off"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Though the Bionic Woman is starting to show some signs of promise, the show needs work, and fast... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Buckle and Swash—a review of Pushing Daisies's "The Fun in Funeral"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Pushing Daisies keeps getting better, with snappy dialogue, multiple levels of meaning, humor, and wonderful characterization... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Down the Rabbit Hole—a review of Journeyman's "Year of the Rabbit"
Opinion > Television Reviews
A little technobabble does not good science fiction make, though Journeyman may have shown a glimmer of something wonderful to come... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Miami Chuck—a review of Chuck's "Chuck vs. The Wookie"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Chuck is coming into its own, but watch it for what it is, not what you thought it was... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Vampire Smackdown—a review of Moonlight's "Dr. Feelgood"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Moonlight seems to be finding its nightlegs, and playing up the relationship angle well... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Girl Power—a review of Bionic Woman's "Sisterhood"
Opinion > Television Reviews
The other Bionic Woman may be the one to watch. You know, the villain... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)

Close Knit—a review of Pushing Daisies's "Dummies"
Opinion > Television Reviews
Pushing Daisies is wonderfully quirky and engrossing, not a typical television series... (Warning: this review contains some spoilers.)
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