With vampires now all the rage again, it’s no surprise that the series would venture into “Twilight” territory, thus allowing The Doctor to face off against some good old fashion Nosferatu.
Archive for Sci-Fi Reviews
Lost Season 6/Series Finale Recap
The way the network was carrying on about “Lost” closing up shop, you’d expect flags to be flying at half mast Monday morning. So with much drama, pomp and circumstance, “Lost” ended its reign as the IT show on ABC with a nicely done two and a half hour finale. It might not answer all the questions and appeal to all fans, but “Lost” ends on a note of hope with plenty of heart and soul — not to mention the mystery and fanaticism its been famous for.
Stargate Universe Episode Recap 1.17: Pain
Well, week 17 has come and gone on the good starship Destiny, hurtling away on it’s 5 bazillion year mission to nowhere. In this episode, entitled Pain, it’s time to call the Orkin man. Lets hope it’s not bed bugs, because a certain mattress is going to be getting some extended use not covered in the warranty. Let’s just see if the last episode was a one shot pants full or if the writers got it all packed back together for this weeks extravaganza .
V 1.11 Fruition Recap
Be afraid, be very afraid. At the end of episode 11 it seems that all of High Commander Anna’s (Morena Baccarin) plans are on the verge of “Fruition”.
Supernatural 5.22 Swan Song – Season 5 Finale – Recap
And so it comes down to tonight’s “Swan Song”, the final episode of “Supernatural” Season 5. “Swan Song” marks the final episode where show creator Eric Kripke will be in charge, having decided to leave to pursue other endeavors now that the 5-year story arc he had planned to tell has been concluded with tonight’s season finale.
Doctor Who 5.04 The Time of Angels Recap
For the past two weeks, there’s been an impostor masquerading as BBC’s hottest show. Sure Matt Smith was there, doing his quirky, brilliant best as the 11th Doctor with his trusty TARDIS and sonic screwdriver. So was Karen Gillan, playing the dreamily beautiful companion Amelia Pond, spunky as she is gorgeous. But alas, the episodes were dreary and flat, lacking any suspense or even a hint of spark. That all changes with episode four, as Steven Moffat brings in the big guns–and they make a helluva bang.
Stargate Universe Episode Recap 1.16: Sabotage
Kind of a wild and woolly one this week on Stargate Universe. There was some interesting bits and also some stuff that left me power blinking. Let’s dive in and find out what could have gone so horribly, horribly wrong.
Doctor Who: Time Crash (2007) Movie Review
Every since the series was resurrected in 2005, fans have been clamoring for an episode where an earlier incarnation of The Doctor encounters a previous one. But unbeknownst to fans, this has happened years ago, although it wasn’t the 8th/10th Doctor crossover everyone was salivating over. Back in 2007, the Children in Need telethon got Steven Moffat to bring the 5th and 10th Doctors together, with all of creation in the balance. But it’s not just a little seen curiosity, it may also have repercussions for the present season.
V 1.10 Hearts and Minds Recap
The creative team behind “V” continues to impress, each week turning out an episode that seems better than the last. “Hearts and Minds” balances action with an examination of how the main characters think and feel about the courses they are pursuing. Philosophies and ideologies have met the reality of war.
Iron Man 2 (2010) Movie Review
The high point of the evening wasn’t the premiere of Marvel Studio’s latest blockbuster, but a bear that had escaped from a nearby circus. It prowled around the parking lot, rumored to have clawed a few cars and generally making it a stressful experience for anyone attempting to see the midnight premiere of “Iron Man 2″. At the very least you were guaranteed to have gotten your money’s worth no matter what you thought of the film.
Doctor Who 5.03 Victory of the Daleks Recap
“Victory of the Daleks” should have been a benchmark episode, the 11th Doctor finally squaring off against his deadliest enemies. So what exactly went wrong? It has a neat idea, but quickly becomes a galaxy of story fragments that coagulate into something resembling a script. Aside from being notable for Matt Smith making the role his own, the third episode under Steven Moffat’s tenure plays more like an extended teaser for the rest of the season than a “Doctor Who” episode.
V 1.09 The Heretic’s Fork Recap
To give credit where it is due, I have to say that I really like this revamp of “V”. I only vaguely remember the original series but so far I think that the new version is an improvement on the original, and not only because of the vastly improved special effects. The storyline is strong enough to keep the interest of the general viewer, not just sci-fi heads like me, and the characters are well-conceived.
FlashForward 1.17 The Garden of Forking Paths Recap
“Flash Forward” is essentially a dead man walking, a series waiting for the inevitability of cancellation. Ratings are in the sewer, and cast members appear to be leaving like rats off a sinking ship. The series is so sick it’s got bed sores. But when majority of shows would just cut their losses and phone weekly episodes in, who would have thought “Flash Forward” would decide to be brilliant?
Doctor Who 5.02 The Beast Below Recap
All good things must come to an end, this is a certainty of life. Especially true if you’re a fan of “Doctor Who”, and you’ve been spoiled by the recent landmark storyline. Sooner or later, things are going to return to normal and you’re gonna get an episode you really could have done without. Exactly why Steven Moffat decided to hit us with it on the second time out is anyone’s guess.
Doctor Who 5.01 The Eleventh Hour Recap
Let’s be honest, it’s been pretty difficult being a “Doctor Who” fan over the past year or so. C’mon, only four hour-plus specials spread out over the course of the year, and a grand finale spread out over two episodes? Sure we got the best regeneration ever and a preview that actually makes the show look more exciting than usual, but the next episode was still four months away.
