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Did I Miss Something?

I saw Twilight. Honestly, I did. I even have the ticket stub to prove it. Why, then, am I reading about people’s favorite parts being scenes that I never even saw in the movie? I think I must have blanked during many parts of the movie. Apparently there was something about the 50s that I totally missed. I also missed where Edward bit Bella, unless they’re referring to the after-James fallout. Hmmph.

My next “huh?” is about Pushing Daisies. So, Chuck’s name is Charlotte Charles. Her father’s name is Charles Charles. Her aunt’s names are Lily and Vivian Charles. Vivian was engaged to Charles Charles and Lily, well, you know. So, um, why are they all named “Charles”? Is it just one of those small town quirks where the last name is common even though the people aren’t actually related? I just got to thinking that it was odd. Also? What’s Ned’s last name? Hmmm.

Current Mood: Curious

Hearing Daisies?

Quick Pushing Daisies note: I’m having trouble hearing the dialogue this season. I can hear it a bit better if I’m watching on my computer, but whenever I watch first run, it’s like the sound mixers have just gone crazy. I have to replay scenes frequently and I still struggle to hear what they’re saying. It’s almost like they have actual whispering instead of theatrical whispering and the music and sound effects drown it all out.

Anyone else having this problem?

Current Mood: Aggravated

I Don’t Get You

The news this week for my favorite shows was dismal.

Yes, Fringe got a full season pickup and the ratings weren’t horrible, but I just don’t understand why more people aren’t gaga over this show. I want to yell at them, “But you are the ones still fanboying Lost, for Pete’s sake!” The argument that “It’s not believable” doesn’t hold up to the ridiculousness that we see on that show. Geez.

Pushing Daisies got slammed by reviewers, and again, I don’t get it. I loved the episode. I did feel that it needed even more Emerson, but I also thought it felt just as whimsical as Season 1 and therefore, was awesome.

Ugly Betty received virtually no press, so there’s another of my shows seemingly past its prime. Woe.

Somewhat related, Sanctuary was neither wow nor terrible; just meh.

Current Mood: Confused

Get Ready For Eureka!

Tuesday, July, 29–Eureka season premiere. I.CAN.NOT.WAIT Eureka’s one of those rare shows that has a bit of everything (including intelligence). Though the plots are sometimes far fetched, the cast is excellent and always manages to pull off the funny, sad, and geeky parts. It’s a must-see show.

Since we were treated to a nice little Eureka marathon this weekend, I’ve been watching rips of Pushing Daisies. This is another quirky show that I really like. I’ve said it before, but Emerson Cod is one of the best written characters on TV. I smirk just thinking about his comebacks. LOVE. The new casting spoilers about Emerson’s mother made me happier than I’ve ever been about casting news…and I’ve never even heard of her. The picture just *BAMS* you in the head making you smile. Here’s to a great second season for The Pie Hole gang!

Current Mood: Bouncy

Whoa, really?

You know I love Pushing Daisies. How could you not? How could I not? I just found myself stopping this week’s episode to watch another Robin Hood. I think I love this show. I’ve added a new theme (not surprisingly) to the site and I’m one episode away from starting Series Two. I finally figured out who Will reminds me of, and it’s Burt. For anyone who knows him, check it and and you’ll see that it’s TRUE! It’s hard to tell in the new theme, but he’s the guy to the far left in the picture and now that I look again, it’s not hard to see. Yay! OK, I’m rambling.

Wrapping it up now: It snowed a bit today, which is always nice. I didn’t mention that I updated my Zune with nearly no problems because I’ve been busy playing with it! I had to hack the installer for the desktop, but it took no more than five minutes. I’m a technical genius. Yup.