Weekend Update: Clois Love, Barney's Playbook, Good Medicine, Original Heroes Are Back, Glee Crush, Office Mayhem, A 90210 Goodbye

Caught up on a lot of TV this weekend and just wanted to jot down a few thoughts about what I watched.

Smallville: Yes, the highly anticipated Pandora ep did not disappoint. I'm glad we finally got to see what exactly Lois saw a year into the future. It was disturbing and I hope our lovely group of superheroes does everything they can to stop it. Although a half-naked Clark is always a good thing on this show, I have to say that my favorite scene was at the end when Clark and Lois decided they were an official couple. The last shot of them in the elevator when she grabbed his hand was probably my favorite shot of the evening. I'm not gonna lie--I got all warm and giddy on the inside.

BTW...I can't believe I have to wait two whole months for a new ep. Ugh!

HIMYM: I loved this week's episode. I am a sucker for all things Barney. An episode centered around his playbook was genius. I can't remember all the of them, but it was awesome that one was called the Ted Mosby. You just knew there had to be one. Barney Stinson is definitely one of the best characters on TV today.

Trauma: This is my new ER if it lasts beyond its 13 or so eps. I really like the characters and am interested in seeing how they're developed. I hope NBC gives them a chance. It's highly dramatic but there's just something about it that grabs me. I can't quite put my finger on it. Although I suspect it's the complicated characters.

Mercy: I thought I'd given up on this show, but I kinda liked this week's episode. It renewed my interest in it. I kinda like that the Iraq doc is going out with the foreign doc. They're cute. The New Jersey Housewives making a guest appearance didn't annoy me as much as I thought it would. It was somewhat comical. I think I'll keep it on the Tivo list.

Heroes: I think I'm starting to get back into this show. This week the ep focused more on the original characters and I got all excited. Seeing Mohinder again made my week. I missed him. Now that I'm starting to understand what's going on with Samuel, this whole Carnival thing seems more interesting. I actually want to know what's going to happen next.

Glee: The "Endless Love" duet with Mr. S and Rachel was awesome! I really like the whole student crushing on teacher storyline. I mean what girl hasn't had a crush on a teacher at some point? His mash-up was great. Where can I get a copy?

I was also happy to see Hannah from Everwood (Sarah Drew) as a guest star. I hope they bring her back. The scene where Quinn's dad kicked her out was completely heartbreaking. I could totally feel her anguish--great job! I know I should be pissed at her for lying to Finn, but a part of me feels for her. That's what I like about this show--as irritating as the characters can be, I can't help feeling something for them.

The Office: I really don't know why corporate thinks inviting Michael to anything is a good idea. You'd think they'd learned their lesson after all these years. I think my favorite thing about this ep was how they added Oscar into the Michael-Dwight-Andy mix. It made for an interesting dynamic since Oscar is always snubbing his nose at them. BTW...his southern accent in the Murder ep had me in fits of laughter. Actually that whole ep was hilarious. I love it when they do silly eps like that one.

90210: I have to admit, Jackie Taylor dying broke my heart. When Kelly thought she died without saying goodbye and had a breakdown in the hallway--wow, I thought I was going to lose it. Jackie was a huge part of both Kelly's and Silver's dysfunction, but in the end she was able to make amends before dying with her daughters by her side. Yes, I shed a tear when Jackie Taylor died.

TV DVD Extra: I just finished season three of BSG and I can't wait to get to season four. I was totally shocked when they revealed the four cylons. Crazy! And the whole Starbuck thing? OMG...so cannot wait until I get the next disc.

And So It Begins…

The Fall TV Season has officially started for me. I’m so not prepared for it, but it’s here and I must get serious. So, what kicked off the season for me this year? The much hyped 90210 and Melrose Place premieres. I know, not exactly how I wanted to start the season.

I heard they were making all these major changes at West Beverly, and they definitely did. There wasn’t a trace of Kelly, Donna or even the cute teacher, and there was only a brief appearance by the wannabe Walsh parents. Adriana, Naomi and Silver have become best buds ready to rule the school. BTW…what was up with all the Mean Girls slowmos of the three of them? Could it be that they’re trying a little too hard? Seriously CW, it was a lil much.


Meanwhile, Annie is all drunk and slutty because she killed a man. Ethan is gone for good. Dixon is still a jump-to-conclusions idiot. Poor Navid is still the only guy in the school who hasn’t slept with Adriana. Liam is back…shocking. There’s a new guy to stir up some shit…more shocking. Yeah, business as usual at West Bev.


Next up…Melrose Place Revamped. OMG, someone please tell me why I wasted my time watching this crap? I know, I had the same reaction to 90210 last year and look what happened? I don’t know, though—this is just cheesier than the first incarnation, which was pretty bad. I don’t think it deserves a season pass on the TiVo, but you know me, I’ll give it a chance until I realize I just don’t care.

With all the pop music being played on this show, it seems more like one long music video than a TV show. Between the music clips you have some pretty generic characters, reminiscent of the original characters, and predictable storylines. There’s the happy couple who will inevitably part ways. The former alcoholic will fall off the wagon. The resident bad boy will try to be good but will always be the bad guy. The career girl will become a “career” girl. The social climber will backstab everyone in that apartment complex. Lastly, you can totally see through the innocent girl’s act—she’s so the next Sydney. As you can tell, I don’t know their names yet, which is why I refer to them as this guy and that girl. Of course, the big question is…do I really want to know who the killer is? Stay tuned…

90210: Baby Talk

Of course he’s OK. They’re not going to kill him off so soon. Although, the other driver in surgery is an interesting twist.

Again, still confused. When did she sleep with the guy?

Yeah, it’s the end of your life buddy. Forget that she’s the one actually carrying the baby.

What? That’s a complete 180? Now he’s suddenly cool? Some shady business going on here.

Yay, Navid is back!

Is that Julie Taylor from FNL? WTF? Please tell me they aren’t hooking up. Although, I do like her much better than Annie.

Oh, a-hole move. She’s in your French class!

OK, time to get off the high horse girly.

Well, IMDB doesn’t show 90210 as one of her credits. This girl looks a whole lot like her. I’ll have to check the credits later.

This is weird. They’re like a Stepford family. I don’t get why they’re being so nice.

I love Tivo—it is Aimee Teegarden! I like her much better on FNL.

Ahhh…now I see why they’re being so nice…adoption.

Wow, Ethan, you’re going a little overboard. Can we say guilt?

Uh-oh, I feel a crush coming on. But Saracen is so much better.

OMG…what are these two boneheads doing? How to Pick up Chicks and Make Friends?

You’d be really beautiful if you didn’t have that bad hairdo?! I would assume he was gay.

If Dixon wants a girl, Dixon gets a girl—yeah, right.

How is blondie so smart? She can read a legal doc but can’t write and English paper? I guess Bev kids need to know what’s really important.

Liar! You’ve been to a Dillon Panthers football game…heehee.

Acting class should help your bad acting Annie, lmao!

Uh-oh…all hell’s gonna break loose. Should’ve said something earlier Adriana.

Wow, she’s a witch. Girl’s trying to make the right decisions. I’m glad her mom is finally stepping up to bat for her.

I guess Silver misses Dixon. They always seemed like a strange couple to me.

Wow, didn’t know bitchy mom could actually be nice, supportive mom.

Annie is such a brat. Break up with her Ethan. Stat.

LOL…Navid has no skills whatsoever. Stop talking, man! Oh, well guess he found his match.

OH, she’s a sneaky little one. She’s totally milking her injuries to get him to stick around. That’s just shady. Little Julie needs to go back Dillon. Bev Hills is turning her into a brat.

Wow, Silver’s not taking the breakup well at all. Ummm…she’s a little crazy. Or maybe she’s in love. Yeah, ya got caught Silver. Just fess up.

I ergo you, too? Uh, OK.

Wow, she’s got balls—announcing it to the whole school. Walk tall girl—you’re taking care of business!

I’m still not loving this show, but I keep watching cuz frankly, there ain’t much going on Tuesdays. I did like how Adriana handled everything. I did like seeing Aimee Teegarden. I hated whiny Annie. I didn’t like seeing little Julie Taylor be a scheming liar. I didn’t like that there was barely any Rob Estes. When is Donna coming back? Overall, not much to rave about.

Same ZIP Code, New Drama

I’ll be honest. I wasn’t going to watch this new incarnation of 90210. When I first heard about it, I was appalled. As a huge fan of the original, I couldn’t believe they were going to ruin something so iconic by updating it with a nip here and a tuck there. I vowed that I would do anything possible to make sure this show didn’t make it past episode five.

But then summer came, the ads popped up everywhere, Kelly and Brenda buried the hatchet and agreed to play nice, and all of a sudden I was curious. And we all know what curiosity does. It makes you sit in front of the TV on a Tuesday night to catch the 2-hour series premiere of the new 90210. And away we go with the randomness…

We ain't in Kansas anymore, boys and girls. Thank goodness, 'cause KU sucks. (Rivalries run deep.)

I love me some Rob Estes! He might have something to do with being swayed to the dark side.

BJs in the parking lot? Wow, WBH has changed.

Hannah Zuckerman-Vasquez! She’s all grown up. I hope Andrea makes an appearance.

How do Kelly and Principal Harry know each other? I don’t remember that Photo-shopped picture.

Damn, the girls are bitchier. I thought Kelly and Brenda were bad, but these girls would eat them up.

What’s up with the CW green everywhere? Subliminal messaging through color?

They totally stole the music sticker thing from OTH. Yes, music creates special bonds, but couldn’t you have picked something other than a sticker?

Erin Silver! I love all the connections. Wait, isn’t she supposed to be a few years older than Hannah?

The Peach Pit is back! Yay! I love Nat.

OMG...it's Gossip Girl! I couldn't resist--first thing that came to mind.

Naïve new girl…do not give her the paper. She totally played you. But then again, she got hers in the end. Karma sucks.

Not sure how I feel about crazy grandma.

Who’s stupid enough to leave behind their Chanel purse at a club? BTW…really not interested in druggie wannabe actress. Maybe they’ll give me a reason to care.

Principal’s kids getting busted left and right—just like those sweet-as-pie Walsh kids.

Woah…didn’t see that coming. Principal Harry has a son? Really didn’t see this coming…Kelly has a kid? Who’s the dad? Looks like Steve’s. I thought she couldn’t have kids.

Teens driving a Bentley?! Private planes? What happened to the Corvette with the I8A4RE vanity plates?

Brenda! Wow, she’s looking a little rough. What’s up with her mouth/teeth? Brandon in Belize? Oh those crazy Walsh kids. Is it bad that I’m more interested in the old 90210ers than the new ones?

Does anyone else think that Ty is gay? Every teen show has to have one in the closet. I think it’s him.

These girls are way too skinny. They didn’t get that skinny in the original until the third season.

I really hope Kelly and Brenda don’t get into another love triangle with the La Crosse coach.

Awwwwww to the last scene. I think that made me a little excited for the next ep.

Overall, not as good as Gossip Girl, but I’ll give it a chance for a little bit. I love how there are little tidbits only true BH 90210ers would know. That may be enough for me to keep watching. Hopefully they’ll be able to work out issues with Tori so we can get Donna back. Oh…and yay to Jackie showing up next week! Hell, let’s make it a Silver-Taylor family reunion and get David and Mel back. Man, I sound like a convert.

Photos courtesy of the CW.