The stunningly unexpected flash-forward prologue opening this final season of AMC’s Breaking Bad warns of rough roads ahead. So does Mike’s icy assessment of Walter, said to his face in front of Jesse: “You are trouble. I’m sorry the kid here doesn’t see it…”

2012

Jul

STEVEN TYLER, J. LO EXIT 'IDOL' By Ed Bark

In back-to-back announcements, American Idol judges Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez announce they are leaving the long-running competition show...

2012

Jul

PBS'S 'HISTORY DETECTIVES' SPARKS ROCK MEMORABILIA DISPUTE By Tom Brinkmoeller

PBS's History Detectives starts its 10th season with a segment that's stirred up a behind-the-scenes controversy involving ownership of a historic piece of rock memorabilia...

2012

Jul

1990: 'NORTHERN EXPOSURE' JOINS CBS'S SUMMER SCHEDULE By Christy Slewinski

On this day in 1990, CBS introduced the series Northern Exposure, a quirky dramedy executive produced by Joshua Brand and John Falsey, creators of St. Elsewhere...

2012

Jul

GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES By David Bianculli

Any fan of Smash should watch this 1953 movie musical, but so should everyone else. It’s Marilyn Monroe at her best, playing a sweet gold digger with a heart of gold to match – and with Jane Russell as her brunette, more cynical equivalent. The comedy (directed, deftly, by Howard Hawks) is as flawless as the diamonds Monroe wears while singing her signature song, “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend.” As for the Smash connection – Megan Hilty, who on that NBC se

2012

Jul

BURN NOTICE By David Bianculli

Last week, the focus was on Fiona, in prison. This week, it’s on Sam (Bruce Campbell), who’s on a mission in the Everglades – and is kidnapped. I’ll be watching this for sure, because when I was a young man, I worked one year as a surveyor’s assistant for a U.S. Geological Survey crew, mapping the Everglades. So I’ll be looking for familiar landmarks. And, I guess, watermarks.

2012

Jul

ROCK CENTER WITH BRIAN WILLIAMS By David Bianculli

It’s not just on the covers of supermarket tabloids any more. Tonight, Kate Snow reports on the divorce of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, with an interview from a person who claims to be privy to the extent to which the Church of Scientology factored in the high-profile celebrity split. Rock Center, even in pop-culture pieces, has managed to take the high road thus far. This story is another test, and a tricky one.

2012

Jul

P.O.V.: "GUILTY PLEASURES" By David Bianculli

Tonight’s documentary takes a look at romance novels – the people who read them as well as the people who write them. (Good thing no documentary looks at TV the same way.) For a full review, see Eric Gould’s Cold Light Reader assessment HERE. Check local listings.

2012

Jul

LOUIE By David Bianculli

Another wonderful new episode – even though, in one of this show’s monologues, Louis C.K. explains why he personally shies away from using the term “wonderful.” This episode finds Louie on location in Miami, where he offers a tour of neighborhoods and dining spots never featured on Burn Notice or Miami Vice, and extends his visit to spend more quality time with a new friend. The twist is… well, you should discover that for yourself.

2012

Jul

1996: 'AMERICAN GOTHIC' ENDS ITS FIRST AND LAST SEASON By Christy Slewinski

This day in 1996 marked the last telecast of CBS's American Gothic. The supernatural horror series, created by Shaun Cassidy, starred Gary Cole as a murderous small-town sheriff with supernatural powers...

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