Sneaky Pete (2015 - 2019) Season 1 A con man on the run from a vicious gangster assumed the identity of his prison cellmate Pete, reuniting with Pete's estranged family, which threatens to drag him into a world just as dangerous as the one he's escaping. My thoughts: All of Brian Cranston's scenes are brilliant,…
March 7, 2024: Slow and steady wins the race. And, presumably, gets that show green lit!
Well, pitched my take for the revised pilot script yesterday and the team seemed to like it. I'll make a few minor adjustments, brainstorm some ideas for the first season finale with series creator Denis, then schedule a second pitch with the network. Once they sign off, I'll write the script, get THAT approved and…
March 6, 2024: Amazing Covers!
A few that caught my eye this week... Doctor Strange #13 - cover art by Alex Ross Batman #145 - cover art by Bruno Redondo Batman #145 - cover art by Matteo Scalera Birds of Prey #7 - cover art by Ramon Villalobos Gumaa: The Beginning of Her #4 - cover art by Sozomaika Gumaa:…
March 5, 2024: Back on the Crime Binge!
Godfather of Harlem (2019 - ) Season 1 A gangster named Bumpy Johnson makes his way in Harlem during the 1960s. A TV prequel to the 2007 film, 'American Gangster', which centered on the criminal enterprise of Frank Lucas. My thoughts: Forest Whittaker is great, but the show just feels like a pastiche of seminal…
March 4, 2024: Recent Yes/No’s – Best and Worst!
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March 3, 2024: Sharky Sunday!
Bubbie the Penthouse Pug comes for a visit. Bubbie with a lot more stamina than Sharky A short nap before dinner Enjoying some blueberries... One of those rare moments where he is actually playing with his stuffy... He'd rather play with empty boxes...especially if they once contained treats... Nighty Night!
March 2, 2024: The Crime Binge continues!
Undercover (2019 - ) Season 2 Kim's investigation into illegal Syrian weapons trade leads her to the El Dorado Ranch, a western horse ranch where Bob goes undercover to earn the trust of the brothers Berger, ranch owners & arms dealers. My thoughts: As much as I enjoyed season 1, season 2 is a let-down…
March 1, 2024: End of week updates!
Well, looks like i'm about to close on a deal to rewrite a pilot script that, pending network approval, could see us in Portugal this summer shooting an 8-episode first season. Next week, I'll pitch everyone my take on the revised pilot and then, hopefully, turn it around before month's end. If everyone is as…
February 29, 2024: Musings!
https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1762499939094130991 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1762197563770376666 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1761945484413792717 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1761812901852041594 Today's Yes/No... https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1763267896849875148
February 27, 2024: The Crime Binge continues!
Blood and Water (2020 - ) Season 1 A local teen uncovers her family's secret past and navigates the complicated world of a South African high school. My thoughts: Lightweight YA. 3/5 Vera (2011 - ) Season 1 With her caustic wit and singular charm, DCI Vera Stanhope leads her team as they face a…
February 26, 2024: Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons!
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February 25, 2024: Sharky Sunday!
An afternoon cappuccino and bookshop visit. Hanging out with Bubbie, the penthouse pug! Sharky loves his food... Sharky's friend, Danny... Twitchy... New trick! The Sharky super cut...
February 24, 2024: Recent Yes/No’s – Best and Worst!
https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1748747291001766094 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1749113505913921556 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1749486103369826744 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1749838960921092502 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1750212609465270762 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1750603774966554693 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1751307421593620794 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1750925437016883483 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1751644887169012196 https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1752017899596775595 Best = Crispy chicken skin tacos Worst = Magical penis wine (probably?) And you?
February 23, 2024: The weekend is upon us!
Nooooooooooo! https://twitter.com/JavierBlas/status/1759597009240047995 Time to start hoarding! When you go to block an account and accidentally follow them - and they follow you back. https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1760852087779229847 Today's Yes/No... https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1761054512746299471 So, BIG weekend plans?
February 22, 2024: The Crime Binge continues with some pretty good shows!
Poker Face (2023 - ) Season 1 Charlie has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road with her Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can't help but investigate and solve. My thoughts: Absolutely love the tone of the show,…