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The List: Top 10 ‘The X-Files’ Episodes
The X-Files premiered 30 years ago this week. While I was a latecomer to the series, it quickly became one of my favorites. No matter how ridiculous the case, there was something indescribably wonderful about the partnership between Agents Mulder … Continue reading
TV Recap: Jan. 2-8, 2022
Decided to change up my brief TV reviews for this year. Instead of grading every single episode of TV week-to-week, I’m hoping to go a bit longer on shows at their premieres and finales, digging in a little deeper than … Continue reading
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Tagged abbott elementary, harry potter, hbo max, hulu, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 19 Dec 2021
NEW SHOWSCurb Your Enthusiasm – “Igor, Gregor & Timor” (B+)Bill Hader shows up for some Russian-flavored shenanigans as we churn towards the finale. In a word, “shplendid.” It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia“Dee Sings in a Bog” (B+)“The Gang Carries a … Continue reading
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Tagged curb your enthusiasm, hbo, hulu, it's always sunny in philadelphia, netflix, seinfeld, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 14 Nov 2021
NEW SHOWSSuccession – “Retired Janitors of Idaho” (A)Packed to the gills with twists, cringy moments, hilarious lines and powerhouse performances. The show continues to deliver at the top of its game. Curb Your Enthusiasm – “The Watermelon” (B-)A swing and … Continue reading
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Tagged curb your enthusiasm, hbo, hulu, only murders in the building, succession, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 24 Oct 2021
NEW SHOWSSuccession – “Mass in Time of War” (A-) All the kids get together, diss each other, come close to revealing honest emotions, and then retreat to safety. Kendall’s speechifying about the moral imperative to join his side is a … Continue reading
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Tagged curb your enthusiasm, hbo, hulu, succession, twilight zone, what we do in the shadows, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 22 Aug 2021
NEW SHOWSReservation Dogs – “What About Your Dad” (B+)The show gives the spotlight to Rita (the radiant Sarah Podemski) as she navigates a possible new love interest and the return of her ex. The latter gives the show a chance … Continue reading
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Tagged apple, brooklyn nine-nine, grace and frankie, hulu, netflix, reservation dogs, ted lasso, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 11 Jul 2021
NEW SHOWSKevin Can F**k Himself – “New Patty” (A-)Mary Hollis Inboden continues to shine, as Allison’s actions leave her in emotional turmoil and physical danger. Allison’s recklessness and impulsiveness lead the audience to believe she’s going to destroy all the … Continue reading
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Tagged hulu, i think you should leave, kevin can f himself, netflix, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 23 May 2021
NEW SHOWSMare of Easttown – “Sore Must Be the Storm” (A-)Felt a little overstuffed, but once again the emotions and the incredible acting took this to another level. And we had another lump-in-the-throat cliffhanger, plus more Jean Smart greatness. The … Continue reading
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Tagged friends, handmaid's tale, hbo, hbo max, hulu, mare of easttown, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 16 May 2021
NEW SHOWSMare of Easttown – “Illusions” (A)I wanted a breakthrough in the case, but not like this. The last 15 minutes or so were a masterclass in tension. Unless they blow it in these last two episodes, I don’t think … Continue reading
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Tagged handmaid's tale, hbo, hulu, mare of easttown, x-files
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What I Watched This Week: 28 Mar 2021
BINGEINGThe X-Files – Season 3 (A- average) The best season yet, with only two outright stinkers that unfortunately come back-to-back. But we get three Darin Morgan-scripted episodes, and they’re all fantastic. Feeling like this show is going to peak soon, … Continue reading