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Blu-Ray Review: Human Drama of Brilliant ‘Nurse Jackie’
Submitted by BrianTT on February 25, 2010 - 4:27pmCHICAGO – Edie Falco gave one of the best performances in the history of television on “The Sopranos” and she’s found another character who could easily enter the pantheon of the format’s most beloved in the amazing title character of Showtime’s dark comedy “Nurse Jackie,” now available on Blu-ray and DVD.
Blu-Ray Review: Fifth Season of Showtime’s ‘Weeds’ Produces Nice Buzz
Submitted by BrianTT on January 26, 2010 - 8:00amCHICAGO – The fifth season of one of the most acclaimed comedies of the ’00s recently sparked up on Blu-ray with the latest release of Showtime’s “Weeds”. This ADD-riddled season had some serious lows but enough highs to provide a consisent buzz. Once-great, now-good, still-worth-watching, especially in HD.
DVD Review: Beautiful Series Set For ‘It’s Garry Shandling’s Show’
Submitted by BrianTT on October 27, 2009 - 7:00amCHICAGO – A lot of classic TV comedies are often pointed to as being “ahead of their time”. The quirky, weird, and memorable “It’s Garry Shandling Show” wasn’t really ahead of its time because there’s nothing quite like it on the air. The groundbreaking cult classic is now available in a gorgeous 16-disc set from Shout Factory and it’s just what Shandling fans deserve.
TV Review: Showtime’s ‘Lock ‘N Load’ Wastes Opportunity
Submitted by BrianTT on October 21, 2009 - 12:21pmCHICAGO – The new reality series “Lock ‘N Load,” debuting tonight, October 21st, 2009, on Showtime, is a completely wasted opportunity to add something unique and interesting to the debate over gun control. Completely leaving political or personal viewpoints on controversial weapons issues out of my opinion, the show simply isn’t interesting or entertaining.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 50 ‘Lock ’N Load’ Chicago Passes For Showtime Reality Series
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 14, 2009 - 4:57pmCHICAGO – In our latest TV edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: TV, we have 50 admit-one passes up for grabs to the advance Chicago sneak peek of the first two episodes of “Lock ‘N Load,” which is a new hidden-camera reality series on Showtime!
TV Review: Showtime’s ‘Dexter’ Opens Fourth Season With Amazing Episode
Submitted by BrianTT on September 27, 2009 - 12:25pmCHICAGO – Everyone’s favorite serial killer and family man, Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) is back in tonight’s excellent fourth season premiere of the award-winning “Dexter”.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 10 ‘All Star Comedy Jam’ DVDs With Cedric the Entertainer
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on September 12, 2009 - 7:35pmCHICAGO – In our latest edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: DVD, we have 10 DVDs up for grabs to the hilarious Showtime comedy “All Star Comedy Jam,” which is hosted by Cedric the Entertainer. Directed by Leslie Small, this also features Shaquille O’Neal, Shaunie O’Neal, DeRay Davis, Tommy Davidson, Kevin Hart and Aries Spears. The DVD’s street date is Sept. 8, 2009.
Blu-Ray Review: Third Season of ‘Dexter’ With Michael C. Hall, Jimmy Smits
Submitted by BrianTT on August 25, 2009 - 3:20pmCHICAGO – The buzz around “Dexter” seems to grow louder with each passing season. With the fourth chapter of this dark, demented, delightful drama about to debut on Showtime, catch up with the third season, now available on Blu-Ray and DVD, starring Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, Jimmy Smits, Julie Benz, David Zayas, and Lauren Velez.
TV Review: Showtime’s ‘Weeds’ Still Has Nice Buzz, But High is Wearing Off
Submitted by BrianTT on June 8, 2009 - 2:59pmCHICAGO – Nancy Botwin (Mary-Louise Parker) returns to clean up the mess left at the end of season four of Showtime’s “Weeds,” one of most acclaimed comedies of last several years.
TV Review: Edie Falco Brings Showtime’s ‘Nurse Jackie’ to Vibrant Life
Submitted by BrianTT on June 8, 2009 - 1:00pmCHICAGO – Showtime has done it again. The network has carved out a fascinating niche by focusing on unique characters and hiring talented actors to portray them.