TV You Should be Watching but Aren't #3

Yes, it’s that time of the year again when we have to suffer enjoy 5 months of hiatus from our favorite TV dramas and 5 months of reality summer TV. Now that no new episodes of The Vampire Diaries or Community will be shown ‘til forever, how about marathon some quality series? Catch up on these shows-you-should-be-watching-but-aren’t before Fall TV 2011 starts in September/October.

Fringe

 
Background: Fringe is an American science fiction television series created by J. J. Abrams, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci. The series follows a Federal Bureau of Investigation "Fringe Division" team based in Boston, Massachusetts under the supervision of Homeland Security. The team uses unorthodox "fringe" science and FBI investigative techniques to investigate a series of unexplained, often ghastly occurrences, which are related to mysteries surrounding a [SPOILER ALERT!] parallel universe.

Why you should watch it: Because it's another one of J.J. Abrams' masterpieces! It packs a lot of surprising and intriguing twists and turns that always keep viewers on their toes. And even though Fringe is a high-concept sci-fi drama, the storytelling is impeccable. The plot is thought-provoking but not at all confusing nor half-baked (there's a difference) that we won't get to enjoy it anymore. (Yes, The Event, I am staring at you.) In season 2, the [SPOILER ALERT!] parallel universe gets explored more and it is really really interesting. Episodes set in the alternate universe are some of the series' best.

The 3rd season is probably Fringe's most terrific one, in my opinion. That finale episode alone deserves an award! (Too bad award shows don't really give sci-fi shows a chance.) The lead actors too should be awarded for their wonderful performances in the series. Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson and John Noble (most especially!) are just perfect for words. (We really need to start giving out Emmy and Golden Globe awards to these sci-fi actors. Let this happen, oh TV gods.) 

Person of Interest [PREVIEW]

Check out this preview for the upcoming series Person of Interest.

This has got to be the biggest new show on CBS next season. J.J. Abrams, Michael Emerson AND Jonathan Nolan? It's like the holy trinity of awesomeness! I won't do much explaining anymore. I'll just let this legendary preview do all the talking. And also, my previous post. 

Fall TV 2011 #4

Network and cable stations have been picking up new dramas and comedies now that the current TV season nears its end. I shall list down the shows (with short descriptions from TVLine.com) that I am very much looking forward to this coming September or October.

Person of Interest

WHO: Michael Emerson (Lost), James Caviezel (The Prisoner), Taraji P. Henson (Boston Legal) and Kevin Chapman (Mystic River)

WHAT: Exec-produced by J.J. Abrams (Lost/Fringe) and penned by Jonathan Nolan (The Dark Knight), this crime drama concerns a presumed dead ex-CIA agent (Caviezel) who teams up with a mysterious billionaire (Emerson) to prevent violent crimes in New York City.

Source: TVLine.com

Why I'm excited: 3 Names. Emerson, Abrams, Nolan. Is there even an inkling of doubt that Person of Interest will be mind-blowingly good with this threesome? 'Nuff said.
 

Alcatraz [PREVIEW]

Check out this preview for the upcoming series Alcatraz.

Gasping... for... air... Can't... Breath... from the awesomeness of this trailer! Alcatraz is probably on the top of my most-anticipated-new-series list (Yes, I do keep one in my pocket, no judgements.) How can anyone go wrong with J.J. Abrams AND Jorge Garcia? Too bad Alcatraz will be shown midseason, which means we'll have to wait a wee bit longer for the premiere. But I bet the wait will be worth it. And I hope the midseason scheduling is a strategy on Fox's part to make the show an actual hit.

And without further ado, the trailer:

Fall TV 2011 #1

Network and cable stations have been picking up new dramas and comedies now that the current TV season nears its end. I shall list down the shows (with short descriptions from TVLine.com) that I am very much looking forward to this coming September or October.

First on the list: Alcatraz




WHO: The cast includes Jorge Garcia (Lost), Parminder Nagra (ER), Robert Forster (Heroes), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park) and Sarah Jones (Sons of Anarchy)

WHAT: In this series exec-produced by J.J. Abrams (Lost, Fringe), Garcia plays “the world’s foremost expert” on the titular island lock-up, who joins an investigation into the sudden reappearance of prisoners and guards who mysteriously disappeared from the prison some 30 years prior.

Source: TVLine.com

Why I’m excited: Because J.J. Abrams does not disappoint! and I know you all miss Hurley on your TV screens too.

Couch Patatas is Online!

Couch Patatas is live! To my (future) foreigner followers, “patatas” means potato in Filipino.
So welcome my fellow couch potatoes! This Tumblelog will be dedicated to (as if you don’t already know) the wonderful world of television.

Disclaimer: this will be a selective TV blog. Meaning, we’ll only be discussing shows I like watch.
And what do you know, it’s May sweeps! It’s almost the end of the TV season which means TV deaths, marriages, pregnancies, hook-ups, twists and turns! If you want minor (and major) spoilers, you’ve come to the right place.

We’ll also be talking about the new dramas and sitcoms networks have been picking-up (Charlie’s Angels! new J.J. Abrams drama!).

If you have any questions and suggestions, and if you have TV shows you want me to check out or discuss, just leave comments.

Happy Watching!
-Ansis