Men In Black Franchise

I am a huge fan of the "Men in Black" series and would love to see a 4th film.  I think we can all agree that we want to see Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith return.  Also, Will Smith needs to perform the song for the movie, not that I dislike the Pitbull one but it's just not the same.  Another thing I'd love to see in another film would be a strong female character a real Buffy style bad ass.  I also don't want this one to be about time travel, though Josh Brolin did a fantastic job as a young Tommy Lee Jones, I'd rather see more Tommy and Will.  This is a short one but let me know what y'all think...do we want more "Men In Black" fun?

The World of Twitter and Role Play

Since "The Blacklist" first aired, I've been infatuated with it to the point of live tweeting every episode.  One night a twitter account @TheReddington favorited one of my tweets so I followed the account.    I began having regular chats with Red and have no idea  who it really is other than a very convincing Raymond Reddington.  From there, I began to search other characters that I love and stumbled up a very well done Rupert Giles, from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer", @watcherreturns.  I began having fun conversations with Giles as well but ours went to a different level than my tweets with Red because we have begun actually playing out scenarios.  So, now I have two characters from "Suits" that have begun tweeting with me.  So, I pose the question...when did this world begin and how many of us live out of TV given dreams with these fictional characters?  I imagine there's one for all of us out there.

Jurassic World

I touched on this film before we knew any details in a previous blog but now it's really time to start the discussion.  Let's get started with the confirmed cast members and work our way through.  We have Chris Pratt, Jake Johnson, Bryce Dallas Howard, Vincent D'Onofrio and B D Wong.  I'm really only familiar with Jake Johnson from 'New Girl' and Vincent D'Onforio from his work in 'Men In Black' and 'Law in Order: Criminal Intent'.  I'm assuming Jake Johnson will provide our comic relief while Pratt will be our hero and Howard is our leading lady.  D'Onofrio may be a bad guy but we don't know much of anything yet.  B D Wong was a scientist in the original picture and will be the only returning cast member. 

My first question for my audience is "Don't we all want to see at least one of our leading men back with the dinosaurs?"  I'd prefer Sam Neill as Alan Grant but Jeff Goldblum could be our link also.  The makers of the newer Star Trek film franchise chose wisely in using Leonard Nimoy as Spock Prime to bridge the gap between original fans and people would become fans.  Fandom's need something to tie things together so they can accept the new story and characters.  Obviously, no one wants something cheap where our hero returns just to be killed off or a quick cameo but Alan Grant or Ian Malcom would go back on the island to help these new kids, I believe they both have an eternal fascination with the live dinosaurs.  Neill himself has said that Grant has a "ghastly fascination" and a "love-hate relationship" with the island.  Thanks to @JP4needsSamNeill for that info.  But the director Colin Trevorrow has said it's not going to happen and was quoted saying, ""I know a lot of fans want to see the original characters back." Trevorrow said. "They're iconic. But I respect those actors too much to shoehorn them into this story for my own sentimental reasons. Jurassic Park isn't about the bad luck of three people who keep getting thrown into the same situation. The only reason they'd go back to that island is if the screenwriters contrived a reason for them to go."  What do we say to that Jurassic Park fans?

We don't know much about the plot for the new film but we do know they will be shooting in the same locations as the original film and that B D Wong will have a much larger role genetically engineering the dinosaurs.  I don't think it'll be a remake but from what I've learned it seems like a reinvention of the original film.  Thoughts?

Blacklist 1x11 Reaction (Spoilers)

May I start by saying how happy I am that "The Blacklist" is back?  The break felt like an eternity which is amazing for a show that is so new but not surprising because it's so captivating. 

After watching Monday night's brand new episode, I have some thoughts that I want to share and maybe even discuss with fellow fans.  First, James Spader owned this episode as he brought us a new side to Red.  I really wish the Golden Globe folks had seen this episode before voting because he gave the term 'Breaking Bad' new meaning.  He killed everyone he came into contact to and later stated, "My house is clean."  Red had some very classic moments over the course of his killing spree but I could tell later in the episode it seemed to wear on him.  His moment with Janice is still my favorite scene from the episode, by far. 

Let's touch back on the line about Red's clean house. Red stated this when he finally reunited with Lizzie at the very end of the episode.  "My house is clean.  Yours is not," is the full line Red said to Lizzie.  I don't know if he's referencing her team because he mentions that some of the information Garrick had was too in depth to come from Grey, the mole Red killed, or if he was literally referring to her house and making reference to Tom.  The Tom situation is recurring through the show and it's not something I give much thought to until it's brought up but I just can't put my finger on exactly what Red means.  Another moment in that final scene is when Lizzie asks if he's back.  His answer is that they're back where they started and that he will only speak with her.  She gives a small smile in response and says, "Welcome back," but he does not seem to look as warm and happy as she does.  I think, based on things I've read, that he is stepping back and they're no longer a team but she hasn't gotten that message and feels like everything's back as it was and special in some way.  Only time will tell and surely next week will help us feel out what is on Red's mind but not really because we never know. 

My final thought are on the show in general and the fan base.  I do not understand the Lizzington shippers.  I see that Red and Lizzie have great chemistry but it's not that of a romantic relationship but more of a protective fatherly/guardian relationship.  He could still be her father but if not he's definitely someone who promised to protect her, maybe he promised Lizzie's father or maybe he's an uncle.  The way she walked in and asked him if he brought her anything was just like a someone who's dad just came back from a business trip.  Obviously, people can ship anything they want but for the record it kinda grosses me out because of the way that I see them. 
Until next week...

The Blacklist: A Review of the Best Show on Television

In the weeks leading up to the premiere of The Blacklist, I was very excited about the show mostly because I am a huge fan of James Spader.  He was my motivation going in and honestly, I thought Spader would be the only thing that would keep me watching once it began as I'm not usually a fan of crime dramas.  Well, I was dead wrong.
On September 23rd, the day The Blacklist premiered, I was captivated immediately.  James Spader is phenomenal, of course, and his portrayal of Red Reddington is sinful because he makes you love him so much.  But he wasn't the only one who captivated me.  The chemistry among the cast and characters is perfect, the suspense is there every week and there hasn't been an episode yet that hasn't made me nearly have a heart attack.  Megan Boone really stood out in the first episode as Agent Elizabeth Keen.  She gets better every week and honestly, she's the strongest female character on TV right now.  The show starts on her first day where we meet her potentially dangerous husband, Tom.  From that moment, she and the viewers are taken on a whirlwind journey that is the first part of this season.  The chemistry between Red and Agent Keen is fantastic because we really don't know why Red is so interested in her and we're left in mystery with Agent Keen. 
Now, some shows captivate us with the character stories while others get us more with the cases and mysteries they investigate but with The Blacklist every aspect is intriguing.  Raymond Reddington, Red, turns himself into the FBI in the first episode and will only work with Agent Keen.  Red offers them the names and help to take down the criminals on his blacklist, which he's compiled over the last 20 years but only under his conditions.  Every week the show gets better and continues to one up itself.  The winter finale was mind blowing.
If you aren't watching this show...you should be.  You don't want to end up on #TheBlacklist.  Comment and let me know what you think of the show.  I'd love to discuss theories. #WhereIsRed

SharkNado: The Storm that Blew up Social Media

Sharknado has taken on a life of its own as a new cult classic.  First, it took over social media, gained viewers on each viewing and grew so large that it sold out one night only showings in 200  movie theaters across the US.  I looked forward to this movie for a while because I'm a syfy shark movie junkie but it opened up the eyes of the rest of the country with how awesomely terrible these movies can be.  Sharknado really raised the bar with the ridiculousness involved (chain saw scene).

What made this movie so successful?  First, I think the cast was a huge part of the magic.  With the bromance of Baz and Fin, George the loveable drunk, Nova the damaged hot girl and of course Tara Reid(I don't remember her character's name) all together made this film that much better.  Baz supplied all the one liners and much needed comic relief to each scenario as they got crazier and crazier and I think he's a huge fan favorite.  The graphics were so bad it was laughable along with the continuity from scene to scene.  For example, one second the streets are flooded then they're dry lol.  These things just made one heck of a combo which leads beautifully to a sequel.

Sharknado: The Second One has been announced and I can't wait for it to hit my TV but it needs to have the original cast.  I bet Baz and company are dying to get out of LA so of course they go to NYC to catch a break and oh no another Sharknado!  Bringing in new characters is just a silly idea because these characters are what made this movie so great.  I'll be highly disappointed, personally if I don't get to see Baz swinging that baseball bat at sharks for another go around.  I mean they definitely have it coming.  #SharkNado2 #TheSecondOne #BringBackBaz

TV Crushes

Spock, Kirk, Bones

Nick Jonas

With the exception of "Star Trek" where I crushed on Bones, Spock and Kirk; I've always known exactly which character I was attracted to.  With "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" it was Giles, with "Jonas" it was Nick and so on.  But since I've started watching "The Vampire Diaries", its become impossible  to pick just one man.

Rupert Giles

First up, we meet Stefan, who is so adorable.  He's the guy we all want because he's protective, caring and handsome.  When I watch him on the show, I always think he's the one I'd want as my boyfriend plus he's make a much better Edward than Robert Pattinson did.  The only problem with the adorable and selfless Stefan is that after awhile he gets kinda boring and you just are kinda over it.  

Stefan

Once you've met Stefan, they immediately give you his exact opposite in the form of bad boy, Damon.  Damon is just plain attractive.  He's also protective and caring but selfish at the same time.  And as soon as he came on the scene, I completely ditched Stefan and went straight to Damon.  If only I'd known how much more complicated this was gonna become.  

Damon

Alaric

The next male character that caught my eye was Alaric Saltzman, the history teacher/vampire hunter.  He is just the all around good guy with a little danger mixed in.  He's currently the front runner for me but probably just because he's not in love with Elena like Damon and Stefan but also just because his character reminds me of Giles which definitely puts points in his corner.  His only downfall is he broke Reese Witherspoon's heart in "Legally Blonde" which comes to mind sometimes when I look at him haha.

Elijah

Last but not least is Elijah.  He is an original vampire but he's the one with dignity and he follows a code of honor.  He's chivalrous and keeps his word but is always quick to make sure its worded very carefully because he will save himself when necessary.  His problem is that he's just not on the show enough to fully grasp my affections, however when "The Originals  premieres this may be a different story.  

 

Ugh, just writing this has me all turned around again lol.  There's just too many eligible bachelors on "Vampire Diaries" but I'm still stuck on Alaric for now.  What about you ladies or gents...who're your favorite guys or gals to fall for on this or any TV series?  

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