Once Upon a Time 3.04 Nasty Habits

Once Upon a Time 3.04 Nasty Habits
The writers for this show keep outdoing themselves as the season goes on. The twists and changes to traditional fairy tales are so imaginative.

I really believe Captain Hook is turning a new leaf for the sake of Baelfire and Emma. It was obvious from the end of last season, but he's going out of his way for the rest of the group and becoming a hero himself. With Tinkerbell kind of joining the group, there will be more use for her even without her magic

Sea/Land; a photography exhibit =)

In addition to the many TV shows I tune into, it just so happens that one of the actors from Suits decided to showcase his photography for the next week and a half. I decided with my Sunday afternoon free, I went on opening day. I walk in casually and Patrick J. Adams was there doing a casual interview with somebody along the side. His photography was interesting. Half were using a digital slr and the others in black and white were done on a film negatives. I made new friends and even got his autograph.

Afterwards, I went to go eat at Chococrêpe along Queen St. W. and had a buckwheat chipotle chicken crêpe. This picture doesn't even explain how huge this thing actually was. It was very filling and delicious. I for one am definitely going back to try everything else on the menu. I've only been to Chococrêpe once for a hot chocolate when I was going on a supply run for my knitting materials. If you're ever in town, do swing by this lovely place on 620 Queen St. W.

While everybody is at it, do swing by Oz Studios at 134 Ossington Avenue to check out Sea/Land from October 20th to 30th. Thank you for the picture, Patrick!

Reign 1.01

Reign 1.01 Pilot
Oh my goodness. I am a sucker for period pieces. Costumes, TV shows, Films - all of it. I thought I would be over it after The Borgias and The Tudors but it's been a while since this particular era and genre has been done. My question is why does the French court all of English accents? Inaccurate, but I think the producers are more concerned with the audience understanding the dialogue.

The story is straight forward and I found the first few minutes absolutely addicting. The stunning scenery and dramatic opening reels you right into the story. When Reign was advertised for the past few weeks, I wasn't too keen. It was the same advertisement and it only looked like the typical historical storyline of the future king and queen. Once I found out Canadian actor Torrance Coombs (The Tudors) would be in it, I has to tune into the pilot.

What is with the bagged girl in the castle?! I'm positive it's not the man in the iron mask, so who is hiding in the shadows and corners of the castle? Obviously someone who is supposed to be hidden away, but I'm wondering what their relevance is to the royal family.

I expect the show to have more story development with all the secrets already shown in this pilot.

Tomorrow People 1.02, Arrow 2.02, Criminal Minds 9.04

The Tomorrow People 1.02 In Too Deep
The character development is impressive, especially since it's only the second episode. John is sticking to his alpha male leader role constantly watching out for everybody's well being. He also understands the concept of limits and when to hold back to ensure their safety. Cara is the strong female with good judgement from what we've seen. I think she will be more of an emotional decision maker as opposed to strategic.

This episode has Nick Eversman (Missing) guest starring, and I didn't notice it was him until he finally moved his angry, emo hair out of his face haha! I wonder if he will play a more predominant role as future episodes air. I loved him in Missing, but then again ANYTHING with Ashley Judd searching for her missing son is always a good watch. Too bad that show didn't get picked up for a second season... my apologies for reminiscing on past shows I hoped would have better ratings.

Arrow 2.02 Identity

I just want to say upfront I'm tired of all the island flashbacks that go on during an episode. It slows down the story and can easily make me lose interest if they don't bounce back to present time.I didn't know Kevin Alejandro (True Blood) was going to be here. I wonder if he will become a show regular. Starling City lacks a villain figure with the Merlyns out of the picture.

It's also good Roy is getting an opportunity to help the greater good without being in danger. All Thea wanted was for him to stop putting his life at risk and now they're able to come to a resolution. He most likely won't keep away from fighting if he remains partially involved.

The ending of the episode was excellent, I know Laurel is generally all around angry so of course a daughter of a cop would do something like that. I'm hoping next week's episode picks up right where it left off and not with another island flashback.

Criminal Minds 9.04 To Bear Witness

David Anders (Heroes, Once Upon a Time) is an excellent guest star. It was so intense and he scared all that was secure and happy in me! J.J. knows their new supervisor for reasons unknown! The situation is From a three year old open case but I am wondering what their history is. Rossi is so smart, I noticed the untouched elevator button as well. Rossi will find out anything, he's written books and cooked them Italian dinner!

Sunday Fundays!

The Walking Dead 4.01 30 Days Without an Accident

As per my expectations, the season premier for The Walking Dead was informative and less action packed. I like the gradual change and growth within the group. People have a structure to follow where they are able to survive together.

How about Rick when he's on his own? I think it's good to see he's the leader who remains human. He is still emotional, still seeks the advice of those he trusts and still makes mistakes. His scenes in the episode showed his vulnerability and growth as a leader. I absolutely love all of this. I can't wait to see the development of the sheriff this season.

I've got a major question, which I hope gets answered soon if it is something to watch out for. The make up and set department are magnificent, and I've seen a change with a particular zombie at the beginning in front of the prison fence. I noticed the eye sockets were coming out of the face with blood stains on the face. I'm thinking maybe with the lack of food left, are the zombies going to die out on their own? It's my imagination thinking of how the film 28 Weeks Later started with the disease dying from starvation. I pieced the theory together and think it may be a good one if the people don't kill each other as opposed to zombies killing people.

Once Upon a Time 3.03 Quite a Common Fairy

I am such a sucker for the story of Peter Pan in Neverland so I am biased on my love for this season. This back story made season two flow so well into this one. I am very impressed with how they've switched around character peresonas as well.

Everyone is connected at one point and the change in typical character traits works so well. I admire the consistency through out this show with relevant flashbacks and present day (unlike Arrow, the flashbacks are terribly boring). I can't wait to see what the back story for Captain Hook will be. He's already one of my favourite characters and I expect to be surprised since he had a wonderful storyline last season.

Last but not least, Tinkerbell and Robin Hood look like they'll have a greater impact in the coming episodes. Really excited for their stories to really develop.

Both great shows to watch during this Thanksgiving weekend =)

New TV show!

I absolutely love the fall season. Crisp wind, sweater weather and new fall shows!

During the school year, I always looked forward to the brand new television shows and Halloween specials (come the last week of October, you'll see my inner child come out). I'm so happy the TV stations have picked up great shows this time around.

My summary ahead of the Pilot episode for The Tomorrow People may contain some spoilers, but I like to keep it at a minimum.

The Tomorrow People 1.01 Pilot
I saw all sorts of print advertisements and posts on twitter and thought I'd tune in.

I think this show can be compared to X-Men with having genetic mutations. I think this show will work well since the mutations are simple and easy to keep track of. The protagonist Stephen Jameson has the classic Peter Parker status in school being bottom of the social food chain. He also goes home and has issues with being raised by a single parent struggling financially and a younger brother with the average life.

Through the episode you learn he is born naturally with genetic mutated 'powers', just like with X-Men characters, and there are others in the rest of the world just like him. A group of them stick together, calling themselves the Tomorrow People, and live underground in hiding from the enemy called Ultra.

We learn everybody has ulterior motives and promise their intentions for Stephen are for the better. Both sides clearly have secrets and aren't telling the whole story. He makes his decision by the end of the episode and he reassures he knows what he's doing. I believe it, otherwise there would be no point in talking about this show.

I'm liking the change in genre of this TV show particularly because it's not one with supernatural creatures. I'm not bashing the current shows that do have them (I watch Being Human and True Blood myself), but why watch another vampire based show? It's like watching the millions of doctor drama shows on air.

On another note, I had no idea Aaron Yoo was in this show! Totally didn't recognize him with all the facial hair haha! Stephen's mom was also in Covert Affairs and the leader of Ultra is in pretty much everything else I watched in the past (LOST, Dexter, Supernatural and Being Human).

As you can tell, I watch a lot of TV shows =P

Rest Well YeYe

I just lost my YeYe earlier this morning.

He's suffered so much and I'm happy he is no longer in pain. It hurts the most to see the strongest of your four grandparents to have something as terrible as cancer deteriorate their body. I am very grateful for the time we have had together and the memories I've shared with him. Him and my Ama helped raised me and will always be a part of me.

Losing a grandparent is all very new to me and I know I am very blessed to have all four of mine. I know that the next little while, I have to learn to move on and try to cope with my loss. I don`t know how long I'll be away, but I will be back. Blogging is the last thing I want to do for the time being.