‘Black Lightning’ more dramatic, less cartoony than most CW DC shows

January 20, 2018May 10, 2023 John Hansen Black Lightning

First episode impressions (TV review): The latest CW DC show is more grounded than the others.

The 75th Golden Globes are over. Here’s everything they got right! (Commentary)

January 8, 2018April 14, 2021 Michael Olinger Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

Last night’s Golden Globe Awards were a welcome surprise for me. I have gotten used to, in my time as a film and television enthusiast, the entertainment I support being consigned to the “also ran” […]

‘Manhunt: Unabomber’ a gripping portrayal of the Kaczynski case (TV review)

January 6, 2018May 10, 2021 Shaune Redfield Television

Last week I was scrolling through Netflix looking for something to pass the time. I came across “Manhunt: Unabomber” (2017, Discovery Channel) and decided to give it a shot. I ended up watching all eight […]

10 movies and TV shows John is looking forward to in 2018 (Commentary)

January 2, 2018April 14, 2021 John Hansen Aliens/Predator

Here are 10 TV shows and movies I have high hopes for in the new year: “The X-Files” (TV show, 8 p.m. Eastern Wednesdays, starting Wednesday, Fox) – OK, so I’m not as big on […]

John’s top 10 TV shows of 2017

December 27, 2017April 14, 2021 John Hansen Bates Motel/Psycho

We’re living in a historical transitional period for TV, as streaming services compete with traditional networks and cable/satellite channels for our entertainment dollar. As such, television has never been better, regardless of how it gets […]