I suppose technically this post isn't about Murdoch, it's about Yannick Bisson.
But over the past week, I have actually been catching up on Murdoch Mysteries (and by catching up, I mean watching obsessively). So imagine my surprise when I'm watching TV and see Mr.Bisson in a commercial for CIBC. I knew it was him from those eyelashes. They're just so lush! But aside from that, I was just surprised to see an actor from a continuing series in an ad like that. I know he's probably not making the big bucks from Murdoch (it is Canada, after all) but it still seemed out of the ordinary. And I doubt it's an endorsement deal where CIBC is paying him the big bucks. I just find it weird.
Though I am considering switching to CIBC now. If Yannick Bisson and Tom Cavanagh both say it's the place to be, it must be!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Part 2
I didn't want to do another post on the Don Cherry story but after watching the second half last night, I feel the need to comment on something in particular. The story was written by Tim Cherry, Don's son. Okay, that's great. Very nice of Tim to write a movie about his father. The problem I have with it is that Cindy Cherry, Tim's sister was barely in it at all.
Maybe she didn't want to be a large part of it. Maybe she told him to keep her out of it as much as possible. But, as we saw in the movie, she gave him a kidney! Now, if I gave my brother a kidney and then later on he decided to make a movie about our family and my 'character' was barely in it, I would be pissed. Being me, I would probably ask for the kidney back. I should have been portrayed as awesome in that movie!
Cindy did have a couple lines. Most of them were about giving Tim the kidney and then asking how he was. Admittedly, Tim didn't have a lot of great lines either. Most of them were about how much he hated the Montreal Canadiens. But he appeared a lot more in the movie, either playing hockey with his father or helping out the team.
So I just wanted to Cindy Cherry know that I'm on her side.
Maybe she didn't want to be a large part of it. Maybe she told him to keep her out of it as much as possible. But, as we saw in the movie, she gave him a kidney! Now, if I gave my brother a kidney and then later on he decided to make a movie about our family and my 'character' was barely in it, I would be pissed. Being me, I would probably ask for the kidney back. I should have been portrayed as awesome in that movie!
Cindy did have a couple lines. Most of them were about giving Tim the kidney and then asking how he was. Admittedly, Tim didn't have a lot of great lines either. Most of them were about how much he hated the Montreal Canadiens. But he appeared a lot more in the movie, either playing hockey with his father or helping out the team.
So I just wanted to Cindy Cherry know that I'm on her side.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Keep Your Head Up Kid
Despite being Canadian, I am not a hockey fan. In fact, I'm not a sports fan in the least. And even though I know who Don Cherry is, I don't really know that much about him. He seems like a nice guy, a bit loud for my liking but hey, he is who he is. So when I saw that the CBC was doing a mini-series on him, I thought that was nice. I debated if I should watch it or not since I would really only be watching it so I could write about it here and not so much because I was personally interested in the story. I'm sure he's led a very eventful life and overcame many things. I just wasn't invested in it.
That was until he was on The Hour. They showed a clip from the mini-series and you could tell that he was emotionally affected by it. In fact, he refused to watch it before it aired on the CBC (even though he had many chances to) since he knew that he needed to watch it alone. It was amazing to see somebody who is a huge personality like that be so emotionally honest. He didn't hide the fact that it was going to be so tough for him to watch (apparently the actress playing his wife looks exactly like she did).
And after watching the first part last night, I have to say I was impressed. I laughed a couple times. I was sad at times. For me, what makes it truly fascinating is that his son wrote the script. I'm sure enough of the stories were passed down from Cherry family lore but at the same time, you are exposing your family for the whole world to see. And being brutally honest about your father (it's not exactly the most flattering portrayal but I don't think Mr. Cherry would have it any other way).
But for me what added a lot to the experience was knowing that Don Cherry was sitting in his home alone, watching it too. That's what makes me respect him so much more now.
That was until he was on The Hour. They showed a clip from the mini-series and you could tell that he was emotionally affected by it. In fact, he refused to watch it before it aired on the CBC (even though he had many chances to) since he knew that he needed to watch it alone. It was amazing to see somebody who is a huge personality like that be so emotionally honest. He didn't hide the fact that it was going to be so tough for him to watch (apparently the actress playing his wife looks exactly like she did).
And after watching the first part last night, I have to say I was impressed. I laughed a couple times. I was sad at times. For me, what makes it truly fascinating is that his son wrote the script. I'm sure enough of the stories were passed down from Cherry family lore but at the same time, you are exposing your family for the whole world to see. And being brutally honest about your father (it's not exactly the most flattering portrayal but I don't think Mr. Cherry would have it any other way).
But for me what added a lot to the experience was knowing that Don Cherry was sitting in his home alone, watching it too. That's what makes me respect him so much more now.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Paralympics what?
You might have noticed that I loved the Olympics. So when the Paralympics started, I thought: Great! More sports and better yet, more sports I don't usually watch. I thought it would be a great way for me to learn about the Paralympic sports.
So the one afternoon I caught the opening ceremonies and that was really nice. And then they had the first Canadian sledge hockey game on so we watched that. But that was pretty much all I saw. I checked and the next day CTV only had 2 hours of coverage scheduled for it. And then none on Monday. And literally, I didn't catch anymore of the Paralympic games. True, I didn't make any special effort but I thought that CTV would have it on some of the time. Or at least advertising for it but I didn't see anything. It might have been on TSN or Rogers Sportsnet but I never remember seeing it even listed. I was just shocked by how little I heard about it after the opening ceremonies. Just yesterday I went to check out how the sledge hockey team had did and realized that the whole games had ended! (The sledge hockey team came in 4th by the way. I was surprised that Japan got silver)
Now I wasn't expecting it to have the same amount of coverage as the Olympic games. Those games probably didn't even need that much coverage. But I was still expecting enough time devoted to the games. I expected to be reminded that they were on. Maybe I didn't watch enough CTV during that time but I hoped that I would see it listed and I would be able to catch some events.
But according to the website, there was still an amazing amount of support out in Vancouver for the Paralympic games. Events selling out, packed seats, etc. It's just a shame that we couldn't support them by watching.
So the one afternoon I caught the opening ceremonies and that was really nice. And then they had the first Canadian sledge hockey game on so we watched that. But that was pretty much all I saw. I checked and the next day CTV only had 2 hours of coverage scheduled for it. And then none on Monday. And literally, I didn't catch anymore of the Paralympic games. True, I didn't make any special effort but I thought that CTV would have it on some of the time. Or at least advertising for it but I didn't see anything. It might have been on TSN or Rogers Sportsnet but I never remember seeing it even listed. I was just shocked by how little I heard about it after the opening ceremonies. Just yesterday I went to check out how the sledge hockey team had did and realized that the whole games had ended! (The sledge hockey team came in 4th by the way. I was surprised that Japan got silver)
Now I wasn't expecting it to have the same amount of coverage as the Olympic games. Those games probably didn't even need that much coverage. But I was still expecting enough time devoted to the games. I expected to be reminded that they were on. Maybe I didn't watch enough CTV during that time but I hoped that I would see it listed and I would be able to catch some events.
But according to the website, there was still an amazing amount of support out in Vancouver for the Paralympic games. Events selling out, packed seats, etc. It's just a shame that we couldn't support them by watching.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Tentative Hope
After thinking about all the CRTC stuff lately, I have decided to be optimistic. With CTV giving The Listener a second season even after it was dropped by NBC and with Hiccups, Dan for Mayor and The Bridge, maybe just maybe, they won't be the evil broadcaster with no Cancon at all. I've decided to have some faith in these broadcasters. CTV seems to be loving the copro which is good since it means that it's still Canadian(ish).
Global and Canwest on the other hand, I've always had my doubts about. I don't even know if I've watched any Global during this entire experiment. I think the only time I really watched it before was when the Simpsons were on. And Project Runaway Canada doesn't exactly thrill me. But they do have a copro coming out called Copper (what is with Canada and all these cop shows all of a sudden???). What I'm more interested in though is Shattered which will be on Showcase. A cop with Dissociate Identity Disorder and starring Callum Keith Rennie. Now that sounds like a great show! I just wish Global itself had more great Canadian offerings like that.
So I've decided to have hope that our private Canadian broadcasters will not fail us. Co-pro are better than just buying the American shows. I just hope I'm not disappointed.
(But during all of this, I really just want to give the CBC a hug and pat it on it's back).
Global and Canwest on the other hand, I've always had my doubts about. I don't even know if I've watched any Global during this entire experiment. I think the only time I really watched it before was when the Simpsons were on. And Project Runaway Canada doesn't exactly thrill me. But they do have a copro coming out called Copper (what is with Canada and all these cop shows all of a sudden???). What I'm more interested in though is Shattered which will be on Showcase. A cop with Dissociate Identity Disorder and starring Callum Keith Rennie. Now that sounds like a great show! I just wish Global itself had more great Canadian offerings like that.
So I've decided to have hope that our private Canadian broadcasters will not fail us. Co-pro are better than just buying the American shows. I just hope I'm not disappointed.
(But during all of this, I really just want to give the CBC a hug and pat it on it's back).
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Murdoch
There is one Canadian show that my parents watch but I never seem to catch on a regular basis. I have to admit though, I do enjoy Murdoch Mysteries quite a lot. I just never end up watching it. Maybe it's because it's on CityTV which I apparently never watch. Or that it's on Sunday nights. But I do wish I would remember to catch more of it. I do like Murdoch and especially Crabtree. Okay, his name is also awesome. It's just an interesting look at a period of time (late 1890's) that you don't see much of anymore. It's pretty much CSI pre-1900 (and that was how it was probably pitched...).
And I am willing to admit, I just like calling Murdoch a teetotaller.
And I am willing to admit, I just like calling Murdoch a teetotaller.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Oh CRTC
I'm currently scouring the internet to learn more about what the CRTC ruled yesterday. Here are the things that I have discovered so far:
(1) In the debate of fee-for-carriage, they said that though Canadians adamantly do not want to pay more for the television but they can afford it. Now, this probably true. Who wants to pay more for anything, even when we could actually afford it? Does this mean we should have to actually pay more though? And now it will actually happen, pending federal court approval. Thanks guys.
(2) Along the same lines, the CRTC said that private broadcasters (like CTV and Global) will be able to negotiate with cable and satellite companies for carrying their signals. But not the CBC. Now what this means is that private broadcasters will be getting paid for the companies carrying their signals, but not the CBC. I know that Canadians apparently HAVE to have access to the CBC so they can't be placed in a position where it wouldn't be offered. But really, how likely is Rogers to say 'You know, I think we're going to stop offering CTV channels. They're out'? And considering that CBC produces more Canadian content than CTV and Global combined, they could use the extra money whereas the other two will just spend it on the next season of whatever American reality is popular. Thanks guys.
AND...
(3) The CRTC is getting rid of the mandatory 8 hours of Cancon per week and the overall percentage from 60% to 55%. Now, is it just me or should a country's television be comprised primarily of their own shows? 55% is getting dangerously low there. Mind you, what did kinda of brighten my day after reading that is that they are forcing the large companies (CTVglobemedia, Canwest and Rogers) to spend 30% of their gross revenues on Canadian programming and 5% on 'national interest programs' (...what exactly are these national interest programs anyway?). The idea is quality over quantity (because apparently in Canada, we can't have both.).
But the real kicker here, is that these companies can choose to air them on their conventional channels (CTV, Global etc) OR their specialty channels which have a more specific audience. A specific audience means a smaller audience. Now this means let's say Canadians who are still using an antenna or can only afford (or want) the basic cable package will actually be getting less Canadian content. I know that people are generally switching to specialty channels since there is a specific demographic thus they are probably more aimed at you in particular but shouldn't the major Canadian conventional networks have Canadian programming? Shouldn't that be, you know, important? I mean, I don't really watch a lot of specialty channels (except the Food Network) so how will I find out about these great new Canadian shows?
The only little ray of sunshine in all of this is that most of the Canadians who wrote the CRTC in the fall said that local programming was important to them. It's a good starting point since local programming is important. I just hope everyone will eventually realize our important national programming is.
(1) In the debate of fee-for-carriage, they said that though Canadians adamantly do not want to pay more for the television but they can afford it. Now, this probably true. Who wants to pay more for anything, even when we could actually afford it? Does this mean we should have to actually pay more though? And now it will actually happen, pending federal court approval. Thanks guys.
(2) Along the same lines, the CRTC said that private broadcasters (like CTV and Global) will be able to negotiate with cable and satellite companies for carrying their signals. But not the CBC. Now what this means is that private broadcasters will be getting paid for the companies carrying their signals, but not the CBC. I know that Canadians apparently HAVE to have access to the CBC so they can't be placed in a position where it wouldn't be offered. But really, how likely is Rogers to say 'You know, I think we're going to stop offering CTV channels. They're out'? And considering that CBC produces more Canadian content than CTV and Global combined, they could use the extra money whereas the other two will just spend it on the next season of whatever American reality is popular. Thanks guys.
AND...
(3) The CRTC is getting rid of the mandatory 8 hours of Cancon per week and the overall percentage from 60% to 55%. Now, is it just me or should a country's television be comprised primarily of their own shows? 55% is getting dangerously low there. Mind you, what did kinda of brighten my day after reading that is that they are forcing the large companies (CTVglobemedia, Canwest and Rogers) to spend 30% of their gross revenues on Canadian programming and 5% on 'national interest programs' (...what exactly are these national interest programs anyway?). The idea is quality over quantity (because apparently in Canada, we can't have both.).
But the real kicker here, is that these companies can choose to air them on their conventional channels (CTV, Global etc) OR their specialty channels which have a more specific audience. A specific audience means a smaller audience. Now this means let's say Canadians who are still using an antenna or can only afford (or want) the basic cable package will actually be getting less Canadian content. I know that people are generally switching to specialty channels since there is a specific demographic thus they are probably more aimed at you in particular but shouldn't the major Canadian conventional networks have Canadian programming? Shouldn't that be, you know, important? I mean, I don't really watch a lot of specialty channels (except the Food Network) so how will I find out about these great new Canadian shows?
The only little ray of sunshine in all of this is that most of the Canadians who wrote the CRTC in the fall said that local programming was important to them. It's a good starting point since local programming is important. I just hope everyone will eventually realize our important national programming is.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Last summer, I had an obsession with the Tyra Banks Show. From her, I learned so much. From the relationship of African-American women with their hair to what your poop should like look. And if Tyra wears spanx, then it must be okay.
Of course, Steven and Chris filled this void in my life. At first they were just a convenient replacement but now I feel they have become something more. Okay, it's turning into another unhealthy obsession. I still don't like Chris that much but I don't dislike him as much as I did. I still love Steven though. They've taught me so much about what the moulding in my house should be like.
But what I find most interesting is that they are currently during the 'Better Choice Challenge.' They have these ambassadors from things like nutrition to relationships to financial and everyday one of them gives you a challenge. They are usually rather simple things like having a family dinner that night or making a list for grocery shopping. It's just nice because by doing these little things, you will be making your life better. And then you can go online and tell them what you have accomplished. I think it's a good way for people to do little things to improve their lives without a major overhaul.
...sorry, I just distracted because on Instant Star Jude just dropped an earring down the toilet. And Sadie is trying to get a job on Degrassi (guest stars include Jimmy and Ellie).
Of course, Steven and Chris filled this void in my life. At first they were just a convenient replacement but now I feel they have become something more. Okay, it's turning into another unhealthy obsession. I still don't like Chris that much but I don't dislike him as much as I did. I still love Steven though. They've taught me so much about what the moulding in my house should be like.
But what I find most interesting is that they are currently during the 'Better Choice Challenge.' They have these ambassadors from things like nutrition to relationships to financial and everyday one of them gives you a challenge. They are usually rather simple things like having a family dinner that night or making a list for grocery shopping. It's just nice because by doing these little things, you will be making your life better. And then you can go online and tell them what you have accomplished. I think it's a good way for people to do little things to improve their lives without a major overhaul.
...sorry, I just distracted because on Instant Star Jude just dropped an earring down the toilet. And Sadie is trying to get a job on Degrassi (guest stars include Jimmy and Ellie).
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Dragons and things
I am sad since I missed last night's Dragon's Den. It was the season finale and they were going back to where all the Dragons made all their money and the story of their lives. Doesn't that sound fascinating??? But I missed it and now have to try and watch it online this weekend.
And I still haven't caught up on The Bridge (I've seen part of the second episode but I really wasn't paying too much attention to it).
And I wanted to go back and watch Douglas Coupland on The Hour from like a month ago. I just keep falling behind on all these things I want to see. When did I become such a slacker???
The only good thing is that they are all online and I'll be able to watch them at my leisure. If I can ever remember to get around to them...
And I still haven't caught up on The Bridge (I've seen part of the second episode but I really wasn't paying too much attention to it).
And I wanted to go back and watch Douglas Coupland on The Hour from like a month ago. I just keep falling behind on all these things I want to see. When did I become such a slacker???
The only good thing is that they are all online and I'll be able to watch them at my leisure. If I can ever remember to get around to them...
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Shameless Self-Promotion
It might have nothing to do about television but it's still technically Cancon so hopefully nobody will get too upset!!
I'm hear today to tell you about a brand new, super cool online pet magazine called Animality: http://www.animalitypetmagazine.ca/ It's where you can learn all about animals and the pets you love. Informative articles, interesting pictures, what more could you ask for???
And if you take a look at the articles posted in the wellness section today, you might even find a fascinating article on the proper homes for goldfish written by myself. Just you know, something to check out.
But keeping checking that site out. New articles will be posted every Monday and Thursday so there will always be something new to learn about our furry friends.
And now back to your regularly scheduled programming...
I'm hear today to tell you about a brand new, super cool online pet magazine called Animality: http://www.animalitypetmagazine.ca/ It's where you can learn all about animals and the pets you love. Informative articles, interesting pictures, what more could you ask for???
And if you take a look at the articles posted in the wellness section today, you might even find a fascinating article on the proper homes for goldfish written by myself. Just you know, something to check out.
But keeping checking that site out. New articles will be posted every Monday and Thursday so there will always be something new to learn about our furry friends.
And now back to your regularly scheduled programming...
Monday, March 15, 2010
Love Hate and Propaganda
The one thing about living in Toronto that I've really noticed and has helped this blog is that there seems to be a lot of advertising for Canadian shows around the city. Bus shelters mostly have helped with their CBC or CTV ads for their new shows.
I mention this because this is how I learned of CBC's mini-series Love Hate and Propaganda. It took me a while to look close enough at the posters to see if it was a CBC program. And though I missed the first one, I was fascinated by the one last week and look forward to watching the rest of it. It's a close look at the use of propaganda in World War II. And it's hosted by Strombo which doesn't hurt either. But last week was all about how Hitler sold the war in Germany when most Germans didn't want war. Or how Japan also used propaganda in it's preparations for the war.
It just made me think of Canada (of course) and how you never really see a lot of Canadian propaganda, even around that time. Though I know Canada has not been without it's own propaganda, all for various means but that's not what you think of when you think of propaganda. It just makes me wonder if it has anything to do with our supposed lack of a national identity. If we had had more propaganda during the wars or even way back in the day, would Canada feel more defined today? And would that even be a good thing? Just makes me want to research more into Canada's own propaganda.
I mention this because this is how I learned of CBC's mini-series Love Hate and Propaganda. It took me a while to look close enough at the posters to see if it was a CBC program. And though I missed the first one, I was fascinated by the one last week and look forward to watching the rest of it. It's a close look at the use of propaganda in World War II. And it's hosted by Strombo which doesn't hurt either. But last week was all about how Hitler sold the war in Germany when most Germans didn't want war. Or how Japan also used propaganda in it's preparations for the war.
It just made me think of Canada (of course) and how you never really see a lot of Canadian propaganda, even around that time. Though I know Canada has not been without it's own propaganda, all for various means but that's not what you think of when you think of propaganda. It just makes me wonder if it has anything to do with our supposed lack of a national identity. If we had had more propaganda during the wars or even way back in the day, would Canada feel more defined today? And would that even be a good thing? Just makes me want to research more into Canada's own propaganda.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Canadians in the Movies
The other day I was watching Josie and the Pussycats (please don't judge). And all within the span of 5 minutes, I saw Daivd Kopp (Ethan from jPOD), JR Bourne (really from everything but I know him from Stargate) and Zac Santiago (from Robson Arms). It was at that point I realized that the movie was probably filmed in Vancouver.
It's been a fun game I've started playing, figuring out which movies are filmed in Canada and even where. Like the Saw series. In Saw 5, you had Carlo Rota (Little Mosque) and Greg Bryk (ReGenesis). And then in Saw 6, Peter Outerbridge (ReGenesis) was actually like the central character and Devon Bostick (Being Erica). These are just the ones I recognize and know that they are actually Canadian. It was even better when, rewatching Stargate, I realized that Tobin Bell (who plays Jigsaw in the Saw series) was like the leader of the Tolland when they were first displaced. Weird.
It still makes my heart glow when I see a Canadian actor in an American movie, even in a bit part. And that we always lure them up ever and have them spend their production dollars up here!!
It's been a fun game I've started playing, figuring out which movies are filmed in Canada and even where. Like the Saw series. In Saw 5, you had Carlo Rota (Little Mosque) and Greg Bryk (ReGenesis). And then in Saw 6, Peter Outerbridge (ReGenesis) was actually like the central character and Devon Bostick (Being Erica). These are just the ones I recognize and know that they are actually Canadian. It was even better when, rewatching Stargate, I realized that Tobin Bell (who plays Jigsaw in the Saw series) was like the leader of the Tolland when they were first displaced. Weird.
It still makes my heart glow when I see a Canadian actor in an American movie, even in a bit part. And that we always lure them up ever and have them spend their production dollars up here!!
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Good News for Doyle
In case you missed the news, the Republic of Doyle has officially been picked up for another season! Woohoo! I'm quite pleased to see it continue. Especially since it seems like most shows barely get past one season these days. Of course, as happy as I am for it, I always get a little sad since jPOD never got that chance (...more on that in a few days). I'm hoping it's a show that will continue to improve and now that they have a second season, they do more interesting things with it. Or possibly get actors who aren't on 22 Minutes (just a suggestion...). I only hope that Being Erica and 18 to Life continue on as well.
But at what cost has Doyle been renenewd? Well, The Border has been cancelled. Okay, so I never watched the show ever. But I heard good things about it and I'm not really the audience they were going for. And it's a fine line. I would prefer to see more long running Canadian shows. It just always feels like all these shows are coming and going so quickly that they never really live up to their potenial. Also there's not something familiar to go back to. And with the CBC for example, there are few spots for dramatic shows since The National is permantently on at 10pm each night. And then The Tudors are there. And Being Erica and Republic of Doyle now. But it's all about balance. I like seeing the new shows but I like knowing that all my returning favourites will be there too. I guess I just want it all.
But at what cost has Doyle been renenewd? Well, The Border has been cancelled. Okay, so I never watched the show ever. But I heard good things about it and I'm not really the audience they were going for. And it's a fine line. I would prefer to see more long running Canadian shows. It just always feels like all these shows are coming and going so quickly that they never really live up to their potenial. Also there's not something familiar to go back to. And with the CBC for example, there are few spots for dramatic shows since The National is permantently on at 10pm each night. And then The Tudors are there. And Being Erica and Republic of Doyle now. But it's all about balance. I like seeing the new shows but I like knowing that all my returning favourites will be there too. I guess I just want it all.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Hiccups for Dan
Usually I like to give new shows 3 episodes before I officially pass judgment because pilots are tricky and for the most part, shows get better. But I have decided to post my first thoughts on CTV's new comedies.
(1) Hiccups - I dislike Millie. I find her too over-the-top for me. I also find Stan's (Brent Butt) wife too attractive for him and for some reason, this really bothers me. I think overall that this show just hasn't found it's way yet. And even though it is different, it still seems to have a Corner Gas flavour. So far, I have not been won over.
(2) Dan for Mayor - Between the two shows, I prefer Dan for Mayor. Though Dan isn't really that different from all of Fred Ewanuick's other characters, I like him more than either Millie or Stan. One of the main problems I have with it is Benjamin Ayres' mustache. It just looks so sleazy and fake. I also wonder about the viable of this show over many seasons. I suppose he'll have to win the race (now that he's actually running against people who are still alive) or otherwise it won't make much sense. Or maybe they're give me some sort of great groundbreaking resolution. I just don't really see where it can go. And I do always love a deus ex bus.
On a related note, I have been enjoying 18 to Life more and more. Though it may not always be the most original of shows, I like it. And Michael Seater does have his shirt off a lot.
(1) Hiccups - I dislike Millie. I find her too over-the-top for me. I also find Stan's (Brent Butt) wife too attractive for him and for some reason, this really bothers me. I think overall that this show just hasn't found it's way yet. And even though it is different, it still seems to have a Corner Gas flavour. So far, I have not been won over.
(2) Dan for Mayor - Between the two shows, I prefer Dan for Mayor. Though Dan isn't really that different from all of Fred Ewanuick's other characters, I like him more than either Millie or Stan. One of the main problems I have with it is Benjamin Ayres' mustache. It just looks so sleazy and fake. I also wonder about the viable of this show over many seasons. I suppose he'll have to win the race (now that he's actually running against people who are still alive) or otherwise it won't make much sense. Or maybe they're give me some sort of great groundbreaking resolution. I just don't really see where it can go. And I do always love a deus ex bus.
On a related note, I have been enjoying 18 to Life more and more. Though it may not always be the most original of shows, I like it. And Michael Seater does have his shirt off a lot.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Friends
In case you were wondering why I didn't blog at all last week, it was because I was staying with some friends in various cities. I was a little worried about this since it's one thing to make my brother and sister only watch CanCon but it seems rude to go into somebody else's house and limit what they can watch.
But I have to say, my friends were excellent. As all of them knew about my commitment to Cancon, they respected my life choices and there were no problems. Well, there was one problem but I swear it was only a half an hour. My friend's roommate was watching SVU (I think, I don't really know what program it was) and we were in the same room, waiting to watch a movie. My friend was nice enough to try and carry a conversation with me so it wasn't like I was watching it at all. So don't judge me too much. Though considering it was about Mischa Barton as a prostitute who has a baby, I think that was punishment enough.
I even planned my return so I would miss the first 1 1/2 hour of the Oscars. I then hid out in my sister's room where I would hear part of it for a while but ended up watching jPOD in my own room. Who needs fancy award shows anyway???
But I have to say, my friends were excellent. As all of them knew about my commitment to Cancon, they respected my life choices and there were no problems. Well, there was one problem but I swear it was only a half an hour. My friend's roommate was watching SVU (I think, I don't really know what program it was) and we were in the same room, waiting to watch a movie. My friend was nice enough to try and carry a conversation with me so it wasn't like I was watching it at all. So don't judge me too much. Though considering it was about Mischa Barton as a prostitute who has a baby, I think that was punishment enough.
I even planned my return so I would miss the first 1 1/2 hour of the Oscars. I then hid out in my sister's room where I would hear part of it for a while but ended up watching jPOD in my own room. Who needs fancy award shows anyway???
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