This is for Season Seven which introduced most of the world to the beautiful talented redhead known as Annie Wersching. Her first prime time role that wasn't a one shot and she went through the emotional roller coaster of playing an FBI agent who had to deal with a complex terrorist plot (or several). Among the returning crowd (Sutherland, Bernard, Rayskub, Morrison, etc) and some very talented newcomers(like Cherry Jones, Bob Gunton and Jon Voight to name three), the "rookie" not only held her own but gave a performance that deserved an Emmy. Annie however was not nominated and never was during her too short 20 year career. She by all rights should have had 20 more years. We will miss you forever Annie.
Reviews
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Annie and Ever.
10 February 2023
Warning: Spoilers
While the performances were first rate all around, I would like to spotlight two actresses in particular. Annie Wersching (RIP) and Ever Carradine. The two , while never interacting together, brought their A games. Fact is, while the nature of their friendship at the time of filming this episode remains unclear to me, they would later star together on Marvel's Runaways and form a close bond which resulted in Ever setting up a GoFundMe for Annie's family upon her passing in January 2023.
First Ever Carradine, in her ultimate performance on 24, saving the best for last as a woman who obviously made some bad life choices and fearing for her reputation, trying desperately to save her skin and paying the ultimate price. A performance worthy of her last name. She was sadly shot by Rhys Coiro (completing his performance as one of 24's all time slimeballs) and...died.
Meanwhile Annie may have never been better as Renee was brought to her breaking point by the events that happened to her and Bauer. Her sadness toward Rosa and her anger toward Jack should have gotten Annie an Emmy nomination.
Also that final scene between Sean and Erika may have inspired Game of Thrones.
First Ever Carradine, in her ultimate performance on 24, saving the best for last as a woman who obviously made some bad life choices and fearing for her reputation, trying desperately to save her skin and paying the ultimate price. A performance worthy of her last name. She was sadly shot by Rhys Coiro (completing his performance as one of 24's all time slimeballs) and...died.
Meanwhile Annie may have never been better as Renee was brought to her breaking point by the events that happened to her and Bauer. Her sadness toward Rosa and her anger toward Jack should have gotten Annie an Emmy nomination.
Also that final scene between Sean and Erika may have inspired Game of Thrones.
Retrospective review: in loving memory
4 February 2023
I have decided to rewatch Season 7 of 24 due to the actress who was an unknown to 90% of the audience when this episode first aired, including me. The fandom would last for 14 years until the day she tragically left us. I am talking about Anne Marie Wersching, who memorably introduced herself as Renee Walker. Her first interaction with Bauer was tense but not nearly as confrontational as I might have remembered.
Annie more than holds her own against more seasoned performers and I remember thinking "this striking freckle faced redhead is good". Thank you Annie and if she only knew how her passing affected me, an ordinary fan.... And the comeback season begins...
Annie more than holds her own against more seasoned performers and I remember thinking "this striking freckle faced redhead is good". Thank you Annie and if she only knew how her passing affected me, an ordinary fan.... And the comeback season begins...
The Cuphead Show!
(2022)
For the younger set, but I enjoyed it
9 March 2022
This show has throwback animation to the 1930s but the jokes have a more contemporary feel. My favorite episodes were 5 (with King Dice) and 12 (Grey Griffin is perfection as Ms. Chalice). My favorite character is the Devil.
Inside Job
(2021–2022)
Another winner in Netflix adult animated sitcoms
26 October 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Like the late lamented BoJack Horseman, Big Mouth and, yes, F is for Family, this show is one you can laugh with. Character development, hilarity, conspiracy theories... What more do you want? And like the protagonist (likely), I have Aspergers (now known as high functioning autism).
Regarding Kelsey
17 October 2021
The actress who played young Annie McNamara in Nip/Tuck did what several adolescent actors have done. She basically chose "retirement" from acting and went into a different profession. I swear people who talk about her are freaking perverts. She was like 15. I bet you all also freaked when the daughter from "Everybody Loves Raymond" basically quit showbiz also.
What if Thor was a party animal?
22 September 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Of the seven episodes thus far, this was the most comedic. Just say Thor the frat bro comes to Vegas to have a good time. And all of a sudden everyone from Ragnarok (save Hela) comes to join, including giant non adoptive brother Loki. It takes a woman or three to clean up the mess and that is where Agent Hill, Captain Marvel and Thor's mom come in.
One more thing: Howard the Duck is great... In small doses. No Howard movies please.
One more thing: Howard the Duck is great... In small doses. No Howard movies please.
More Chadwick, dad jokes, a commentary on American TV and...
8 September 2021
Warning: Spoilers
...Zombies?
Yes what if there were America's mightiest zombies. Fortunately a few are left to fight the Walking Dead ( yeah, wrong franchise) and while they may lose the battle they may win the war. Humor helped a grim episode. And if anyone saw a zombie Stan Lee, let me know. I missed him. Tom Holland was missing though.
Yes what if there were America's mightiest zombies. Fortunately a few are left to fight the Walking Dead ( yeah, wrong franchise) and while they may lose the battle they may win the war. Humor helped a grim episode. And if anyone saw a zombie Stan Lee, let me know. I missed him. Tom Holland was missing though.
What If...?: What If... Doctor Strange Lost His Heart Instead of His Hands?
(2021)
Maybe I ought to rewatch
Season 1, Episode 4
1 September 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Because I couldn't get this episode. It was OK but the least favorite of the four so far. The Watcher did have more to say though, so there's that.
I will just say that the next Dr. Strange movie is going to be some scary sh*t.
I will just say that the next Dr. Strange movie is going to be some scary sh*t.
Christmas in August?
25 August 2021
Warning: Spoilers
But hey with Ted Lasso it works with everyone engaging in random acts of kindness and family being made. Just heartwarming all around. And great Christmas tunes. And Hannah can sing! Give her the gosh darn Emmy and maybe another one!
Why are people hating on this?
18 August 2021
Warning: Spoilers
This episode was better than Week 1 which I liked. The late, lamented Chadwick Bozeman stars in this episode which definitely had a light hearted Guardians of the Galaxy vibe. And it even features Thanos as a good guy!
I have to see how this bad boy ends
24 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Which it will next week? It looks like two main characters may be biting the dust and will Lana Parrilla get another redemption arc (her Regina Mills is one of the best ever)? I'm now totally invested. Wonder if they may set up the third season story.
All I can say is I am all in...
7 July 2021
Justified anger?/Coincidence?
2 June 2021
Warning: Spoilers
The almost final scene where the escaped handmaids are discussing what they would like to do to their former masters hit home. First, was it coincidence that it came after 1/6 because many of us that opposed the insurrection have been so angry still at those that believe in the insurrection but are told by the media on "our side" that this anger is wrong. Is there a thing as justified anger? Also coincidence?
Who wants another season?
26 May 2021
Brutal, violent and happy
30 April 2021
This is for the previous episode
9 April 2021
Left turn.
22 January 2021
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