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“This Season, on NBC’s Smash“: The Perils of the Extensive Post-Pilot Preview
The Perils of the Extensive Post-Pilot Preview January 16th, 2012 It is no longer uncommon for networks to post pilots online in advance of their premieres, with FOX most recently using this strategy to help launch New Girl to some … Continue reading
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Series Premiere: Terra Nova – “Genesis”
“Genesis” September 26th, 2011 Considering that I haven’t written about a single fall pilot, it might seem unfortunate that I’m choosing Terra Nova. It isn’t the best network pilot I’ve seen, or my favorite: I those crowns would probably go … Continue reading
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Series Premiere: The Chicago Code – “Pilot”
“Pilot” February 7th, 2011 In some ways, The Chicago Code seems like the only new series premiering this midseason. Oh sure, there are a number of other shows making their debuts in the first two months of the year, but … Continue reading
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Review: Lights Out – “Pilot” and Beyond
“Pilot” and Beyond January 12th, 2011 The central contradiction in FX’s newest drama series, Light Out, is not uncommon in serial dramas. It is a show about the tension created during times of great stress, when individuals are forced to … Continue reading
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Series Premiere: The Walking Dead – “Days Gone Bye”
“Days Gone Bye” October 31st, 2010 I addressed The Walking Dead generally in my piece last night, but I do want to address the premiere in particular. As far as premieres go, this is a really strong effort aesthetically: character … Continue reading
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Review: NBC’s Undercovers Can’t Hide from J.J. Abrams’ Reputation
“Pilot” September 22nd, 2010 In the future, I think J.J. Abrams should operate under a pseudonym (or go undercover, if you prefer the pun). If it were not for his presence, I think I’d be able to write a review … Continue reading
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Series Premiere: Lone Star – “Pilot”
“Pilot” September 20th, 2010 “If you want to make something last, you need to make it with your own two hands.” David Bordwell, a prominent film scholar, wrote earlier this month about his personal experience with television as medium, in … Continue reading
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Series Premiere: Boardwalk Empire – “Pilot”
“Pilot” September 19th, 2010 I could very, very easily write a couple of thousand words about the pilot for Boardwalk Empire, HBO’s latest prestige drama series which debuted last night. I stayed up until the wee hours of the morning … Continue reading
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