'Rizzoli & Isles' Summer Finale: Live on Twitter

My roommate graciously gave up watching the Pats game so that I could watch 'Rizzoli & Isles' live. That means I'm officially ready for the summer finale! Some, however, aren't quite as ready. TNT had promised that Sasha Alexander, Angie Harmon, and Tess Gerritsen (who writes the books that the series is based on*) would all be tweeting live to accompany the show. Unfortunately, that won't be the case. Sasha Alexander just tweeted that they're still on the set, and since she hasn't even seen the episode yet it will be a little tricky for her to do commentary: "East coast/midwest tweeters! Here's the deal, I'm going to do my best to live tweet with you but we are still at work" (SashaAlexander1).

You can follow along with Tess Gerritsen's tweets here: https://twitter.com/#!/tessgerritsen
And see if Sasha Alexander gives any more updates here: http://twitter.com/#!/sashaalexander1



*'The Silent Girl' by Tess Gerritsen is the book that Hoyt was reading in his hospital room!

'New Girl' Reviewed

Today while I was aimlessly scrolling around OnDemand, I saw a listing entitled 'New Girl'. I was completely confused, since the premiere of Zooey Deschanel's new show isn't until September 20th (at 9 pm on FOX). But the pilot episode was right there, so of course I decided to watch it immediately.

I'm not going to give any spoilers, but I do have some thoughts on the show.

                                      1. The beginning is super annoying. But not so annoying you want to switch off your TV right away. So, I guess that's good.

2. The middle (which I suppose counts as 15 minutes into the episode, since it's only 30 minutes long) has a few laughs. But parts of it are still annoying.

3. The last five minutes are probably the best part. Finally Zooey's character (Jess) comes across as likeable. Before I just found her obnoxious.

Now, I do have to admit that if I have to choose which one of the Deschanel sisters I like better, I would pick Emily. I'm a fan of her subtler, less quirky acting style. I've also seen them both in interviews, and let me put it this way: if you find Zooey funny in interviews you'll probably laugh a lot during the show. While I realize that she is acting, a great deal of her character seems to be based on an intensified version of her personality.

The best parts of the show were the three guys (Jess' roommates). Their comedic timing was good, and they actually seemed to function well as a unit, which is important in the scheme of the show.  Several times their acting outshone Deschanel's.

Will I be watching when epsiode 2 comes out?  
Yes. I think this show deserves some time to grow.
Will I be watching the premiere episode on Sept. 20th?
No. I just saw it. No way am I watching that again. Plus, if you watch it OnDemand there are no commercials!

Now that I think about it, I really don't understand why FOX would choose to make it available so early. It will completely skew the accuracy of the number of viewers on premiere night. Maybe they're allowed to add in all the people who watched it OnDemand? Somehow that seems like cheating. Hmm...things to learn...

Why I'm Annoyed by Ryan Murphy

Ryan Murphy is an extremely successful producer, and I'm not disputing that. He even has the ability to create successful shows in varied genres. He helped create both 'Nip/Tuck' and 'Glee'. He's multifaceted. But don't think this is going to turn into some admiration riddled post.

Instead, I have a complaint. Sure, Ryan Murphy has had a great deal of success. But I cannot stand his pandering behavior towards the contestants on 'The Glee Project'.

Honestly, telling a contestant that they "are the show" based on one facet of how they look, or one part of their personality, seems ridiculous. It just serves to emphasize how much the show relies on, and is built upon, stereotypes. And no, regardless of what Ryan Murphy claims, the show is not crushing any stereotypes. Sure, it's giving kids who never had a chance to be on television before a way to see themselves--but do the 16 year old gay boys all have to see themselves in the flamboyant, musical loving, one dimensional Kurt? (Don't even try to tell me that Blane or Karofsky aren't one dimensional too) And apparently cheerleaders only have a choice of being wildly popular, wildly sexual, or wildly stupid? I don't care if Murphy is making Santana more 'complex' by giving her a lesbian subplot. She's still all about sex. The characters just revolve around the same issues again and again and again, and I see little growth or character development.

Lets hope that this year there's a little more depth. And maybe for once when Murphy tells someone they "are the show" it will be an actual compliment.

Quotes and Quips 'Rizzoli & Isles'--"Gone Daddy Gone"

Top "Wait a minute, is this 'Bones'?"
Isles' father, who is a criminal, tells her that he doesn't kill women, children, or innocent people. He tells her to use her science to prove his innocence.

Brennan's father, who is a criminal, tells her he doesn't kill women, children, or innocent people. He tells her to ask Booth to look into the evidence to prove this.

Top Islesism
"Could he be more anal?"-Rizzoli
"Actually, yes."-Isles

Top Gay Moment
"You know how to pay chess?"-Isles
"Yeah, who do you think taught him? Tommy's not the only Rizzoli with a beautiful mind."-Rizzoli
Isles grins

Top Straight Moment  
"Please don't sleep with my brother."-Rizzoli
"No! Although he does have excellent long bones..."-Isles

Top "You're like my girlfriend!"
"Wait a minute? My little brother is IMing you, and there's nothing going on between you?"-Rizzoli
"What? You and I talk throughout the day."-Isles
"Oh. Must be my excellent long bones."-Rizzoli

Premiere Dates of Television Shows Fall 2011-2012

It's September, so it is officially time to prepare for the premieres of some of your favorite shows. Pull out that calendar, here are the dates that you need to keep free:

Returning shows (in order of release):

'Glee'
When? Wednesday, Sept 21st at 8 pm
Where? FOX
What? High school Glee club, made up of a bunch of ostracized misfits and popular Cheerleaders, sing and compete and date and break-up.

'Community'
When? Thursday, Sept 22nd at 8 pm
Where? NBC
What? A hilarious half-hour show about a study group at a quirky community college. Plus, Joel McHale.

'Parks and Recreation'
When? Thursday, Sept 22nd at 8:30 pm
Where? NBC
What? A hilarious half-hour show about a group of colleges at a Parks & Rec department. Plus, Amy Poehler.

'The Office'
When? Thursday, Sept 22nd at 9 pm
Where? NBC
What? Employees at a paper company work together, and insanity ensues. Also, no more Steve Carell?

'Desperate Housewives'
When? Sunday, Sept 25th at 9 pm
Where? ABC
What? Focuses on the crazy, crazy lives of a bunch of housewives and their families in a fictional suburb. Frankly, I'm a little shocked this is still on the air.

'Dexter'
When? Sunday, Oct 2nd at 9 pm
Where? Showtime
What? A serial killer who actually works for the police, and only kills bad guys. You need to be caught up on all the older seasons or you'll have no idea what's happening.

'Bones'
When? Thursday, Nov 3rd at 8 pm
Where? FOX
What? Forensic anthropologists and FBI guy solve crimes together, and may or may not be desperately in love with each other. Plus, now there will be two babies!

New shows you might want to watch (in order of release date)...

'Free Agents'
When? Wednesday, Sept 14th at 10:30 pm
Where? NBC
What? Remake of a British comedy (but aren't they all?), two co-workers deal with the aftermath of a one-night stand. Plus, Anthony Stewart Head!

'Two Broke Girls'
When? Monday, Sept 19th at 9:30 pm
Where? CBS
What? Two broke girls, who waitress and nanny. I think it's a comedy.

'New Girl'
When? Tuesday, Sept 20th at 9 pm
Where? FOX
What? Zooey Deschanel (little sis to the star of FOX's hit show, 'Bones') finally has her own show. Basically, she plays an awkward girl who moves in with three guys. Based on the previews, this will either be really funny or really obnoxious.

'Unforgettable'
When? Tuesday, Sept 20th at 10 pm
Where? CBS
What? Poppy Montgomery (of 'Without at Trace' fame) finally gets her own show. What a shock that it's another crime ridden one! She tries to solve the murder of her sister, who was killed when they were children. Oh, and she has the uncanny ability to remember everything (except the murder of her sister).

'Revenge'
When? Wednesday, Sept 21st at 10 pm
Where? ABC
What? A girl wants revenge on the people she believes are responsible for destroying her family. Basically, ABC attempts to use Emily VanCamp in a new show now that they canceled her old one ('Brothers and Sisters').

'Charlie's Angels'
When? Tuesday, Sept 22nd at 8 pm
Where? ABC
What? Modern remake of...'Charlie's Angels'

'Pan Am'
When? Sunday, Sept 25th at 10 pm
Where? ABC
What? Trying to grab some of the fans of 'Mad Men', this show revolves around the lives of beautiful Pan Am stewardesses. Back when they were called 'stewardesses'.

'The Playboy Club'
When? Sunday, Sept 25th at 10 pm
Where? NBC
What? This show revolves around the lives of hot Playboy bunnies, and their love interests/sleazy criminal interactions. Back when Playboy bunnies...never-mind.

'Hart of Dixie'
When? Monday, Sept 26th at 9 pm
Where? CW
What? Big city female surgeon gets sent to small Southern town. If you can buy Rachel Bilson as a surgeon (I said IF!) then you might buy into this show.


Want the release dates and times of other new or old shows? Just leave me a comment!

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'Community' Release Date Plus Promo Video

And the time for promo videos continues! I'm a little disappointed that 'Parks and Recreation' hasn't released any videos yet (get with the season, NBC.) but I'll settle for the newly released 'Community' clip instead. At least it proves that NBC is trying, kinda.

'Community' returns to NBC on Thursday, September 22nd. 



Loosely related: how does everyone feel about John Goodman's switch from 'Damages' to 'Community'. Good move? Bad move? Impartial? (IMDB-him)

'Grey's Anatomy' Season 8 Sneak Peek Video

'Grey's Anatomy' Season Eight will premiere on September 22nd. Here are the two promo videos for the special 2-hour premiere ("Free Falling"):

New Season 7 'Bones' Promo

How much do you love them?

Check out the first sneak peek video I posted HERE.