Every quarter seems to bring a new TV season these days. So what kept me occupied this summer, in the absence of football, hockey or Orphan Black? USA’s Mr. Robot has been the critical darling this summer. I’m not entirely sold,Read more…
FX’s ‘Tyrant’ Exceeds Low Expectations
I didn’t expect to like the new FX drama Tyrant. I anticipated an unrealistic plot; stereotyped characters and cultures; and a surfeit of Hollywood preachiness. But after watching the first four episodes, I think the show is … not horrible.Read more…
The Americans: A Second Opinion
I’ve taken an intense interest in The Americans on FX. But I’ve avoided blogging about it until now because it’s just so complicated. There are so many levels to examine. However, the TV Tyrant blog my colleague Erika posted earlier thisRead more…