Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, December 5, 2010

It’s hump day, yo.

And you know what that means…

Peep the post-coital TV on tap…

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“Taking Back The House”
After years of being at their kids’ beck-and-call and never having time for themselves, Frankie and Mike decide to take charge of their lives and regaincontrolover the Heck household. But Axl, Sue and Brick don’t plan on going down without a fight.

Human Target | 8pm on Fox | Season Premiere
“A Problem Like Maria”; “Communication Breakdown”
Chance and Ilsa’s partnership is put to the test when Chance’s old flame asks for his help in rescuing a kidnapped colleague from a ruthless South American dictator. Meanwhile, Winston, Guerrero and Ames must save a bumbling private investigator (guest star Tony Hale, ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT) whose botched case has him targeted for death in the all-new “A Problem Like Maria/Communication Breakdown” two-parter. [GMMR: Did you happen to see the quality time we spent with the show’s new leading ladies as well as Chi McBride?]

Live To Dance | 8pm on CBS
“Auditions #2”
The new CBS reality-competition series features one of the most inclusive talent searches ever on television, with Paula Abdul serving as executive producer, mentor and lead expert of the series.

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PARENTHOOD: Should Adam and Kristina Let Haddie Date Alex?

The kickass Michael B. Jordan of THE WIRE, FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS and ALL MY CHILDREN fame, has joined PARENTHOOD and is doing a stand up job playing Alex, the responsible recovering alcoholic who manages the soup kitchen where Haddie Braverman volunteers. The love story between the unlikely pairing has built nicely as of late, despite the roadblock Adam and Kristina Braverman attempted to erect this week.

Though Adam and Kristina were more than impressed with Alex and how he’s managed to pull himself out of the most dire of circumstances, his maturity level seemed just a bit too much for their 16-year-old daughter.

Can’t say I don’t understand their concerns. The kid, well, isn’t really a kid, having been emancipated and living on his own since he was Haddie’s age.

Still, I knew their decision to ban Haddie from seeing Alex was never going to work. What universe are they inhabiting that they don’t realize she’s far too old for them to control whom she does and doesn’t see. Did they completely miss the BEVERLY HILLS, 90210 Brenda-Jim Walsh-Dylan debacle of 1991?!

Maybe the two should’ve, instead, just calmly expressed their fears to Haddie. And to Alex, for that matter. Perhaps they could’ve set some ground rules, such as Haddie is not allowed to go to his apartment. Alex seems so darn respectful, I actually think he would abide by the Braverman’s requests even if Haddie is resistant to them.

But, hey, that’s just me. I’m no one’s parent. What do I know…

What do you guys think?

Vote here and weigh in with your opinions in the comment section.

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PRETTY LITTLE LIARS’ Ashley Benson Talks Mid Season Premiere, Major Secrets Revealed

Hanna is alive, my friends.

Ashley Benson, the babe behind your favorite PLL blonde, tells Give Me My Remote that Hanna will survive the hit-and-run accident we saw in last year’s midseason finale.

But does Hanna know who ‘A’ is? Will we be surprised to hear who she IDs? And what’s up with that picture of Alison at her hospital bedside?

Ashley spills in our video interview with her, just after the jump.

So be sure to watch that, as well as tonight’s midseason premiere, because major secrets are being revealed.

Mr. Fitz’ relationship with Aria? Emily’s sexuality? A quiet admirer of one of our girls?

Mhmm, it’s all coming out.

Enjoy…

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GREEK: Will Graduation Break Up the Crew? Amber Stevens Spills on the New Season!

When GREEK returns this Monday, January 3rd, we’ll find all of our CRU favorites at graduation.

And as Dean Bowman (Alan Ruck) delivers the commencement speech, you’ll realize that not much has changed since we last saw the crew.

Evan and Rebecca are still going strong. Cappie and Case, not so much. In fact, the two aren’t even on speaking terms.

Cut to three months later… The summer is waning, Casey’s move to D.C. (where she’ll start GW Law School) is looming and Cappie is returning from a road trip.

But a reconciliation for C&C is not exactly item number one on Ms. Cartwright’s ‘To Do’ list. Why? Because her rejection from CRU Law isn’t adding up. And it seems that a less-than-glowing recommendation letter from a certain someone is responsible.

How will she handle it, especially with her BFF Ashleigh all the way in New York, working for Faith Flowers?

Tune in tonight to see.

But first, spend some one-on-one time with our friend Amber Stevens (Ashleigh), who spills on Ash’s NYC employment, as well as her path as the season unfolds…

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Community | 8pm on NBC

Abed decides he and the group must rediscover the meaning of Christmas when he awakes in stop-motion animation; Britta and Jeff become concerned about Abed’s mental health.

TERRIERS Cancelled

Just as we’re celebrating the renewal of one quality cable TV favorite, we get the bad news that another cable standout is getting cancelled.

FX has announced that it will not be bringing the critically-acclaimed TERRIERS back for a second season.

All we have to say about that is BOO!!

Good television is good television and we were just getting into this one. Sometimes it takes a second year for audiences to find a show. We love you, FX, but we’re thinking you made the wrong call here.

RIP, TERRIERS…

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Ugh, a week ago, I was busy preparing for the best mid-week bar night of the year, Thanksgiving Eve…

Alas, there will be no boozing this Wednesday.

But there will be some new TV on. No MODERN FAMILY or COUGAR TOWN though. Boo.

This is what we do get, yo…

Human Target | 8pm on Fox
“Taking Ames”
When Ames is pulled back into her old criminal life, Chance goes undercover as part of a gang attempting to stage a daringdiamondheist to help protect her.

Survivor: Nicaragua | 8pm on CBS
“You Started, You’re Finishing”
A castaway’s selfish act causes great disappointment for an alliance member; meanwhile another tribe member shares some motherly advice to toughen up a younger competitor.

America’s Next Top Model | 8pm on The CW | 15th Season Finale
“Roberto Cavalli”
The final two girls are shocked when each of their parents show up in Italy to surprise them! The finalists shoot their CoverGirl commercial and print ad before meeting with Ian Bart of IMG Models. At the final runway, the girls are dressed in Roberto Cavalli designs. Cavalli is the guest judge at the final panel and will help determine who will become America’s Next Top Model.

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VAMPIRE DIARIES’ Kevin Williamson to Create Companion Series for CW

Kevin Williamson, executive producer of The CW’s THE VAMPIRE DIARIES, could probably use some supernatural energy of his own come 2011. According to E! Online, Williamson will develop a TVD “companion series” for the netlet while continuing to run TVD this winter.

The details? Apparently, the proposed pilot will be a one-hour drama about a group of researchers who investigate paranomal happenings. It’s unlikely that any of the VAMPIRE DIARIES characters would cross over to the new series as it is currently unconnected to the TVD world and is considered a completely different project.

It will likely be just one of several options for THE CW’s Fall 2011 schedule as BUFFY alum Michelle Trachtenberg, TVD book series author L.J. Smith and Samuel L. Jackson are all reportedly developing projects as well.

Thoughts?

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COMMUNITY: Christmas Claymation Episode Previews with Danny Pudi and Alison Brie

When I visited the set of COMMUNITY this fall, creator Dan Harmon proudly told us of the show’s upcoming holiday episode which will be done completely in the animated stop-motion medium, just like some of the old Christmas classics we loved as kids.

In the ep, when Abed (Danny Pudi) wakes up in stop-motion animation, he takes it as a sign that he and the group must re-discover the meaning of Christmas. Meanwhile, Jeff (Joel McHale) and Britta (Gillian Jacobs) become growingly concerned about Abed’s mental health and enlist the help of Professor Duncan (John Oliver). The group undergoes hypnosis to explore Abed’s winter wonderland and soon unravel the truth behind Abed’s madness.

Check out a couple previews below, which Pudi and Alison Brie (Annie) host…

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GREY’S ANATOMY: ‘Slow Night, So Long’

I think I might be drunk by association after watching this week’s delightfully fluffy episode of GREY’S ANATOMY.

It’s nighttime at Seattle Grace, and we get an in-depth look at what the late shift is like for our favorite residents, who are somehow all on night duty at the same time. Meanwhile, across the street at Joe’s bar, the attendings test the upper limits of their alcohol tolerances.

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, November 17, 2010

It’s hump day, yo.

And you know what that means…

Peep the post-coital TV on tap…

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“Errand Boy”
Brick is sick and tired of being forced to accompany Frankie on her weekend errands and pleads with her to let him stay home alone. Meanwhile, Mike is torn over how to deal with Sue’s friend when he overhears her diss his daughter, and with his fellow teammates all growing beards for the football playoffs, Axl tries to grow one of his own – with mixed results.

Human Target | 8pm on Fox | Season Premiere
“Ilsa Pucci”
Picking up from the thrilling first season cliffhanger, Chance and Guererro stage a daring rescue of Winston from the hands of his torturous kidnappers. Two beautiful women join the team: billionaire philanthropist Ilsa Pucci, who fears for her life after the mysterious death of her husband; and Ames (guest star Montgomery), a chameleon-like master thief who inadvertently becomes involved with the plot to murder her new associate. [GMMR: We were lucky enough to visit the Vancouver set of HUMAN TARGET and spend some serious quality time with the show’s new leading ladies as well as Chi McBride!]

Survivor: Nicaragua | 8pm on CBS
“Stuck in the Middle”
The tribe suffers a devastating blow when they find the camp in ashes after a fire, and the loyalty of an alliance is put to the test as Libertad heads to tribal council.

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Tuesday night… As I’ve mentioned before, the unsung hero of solid TV evenings.

A quick rundown of what’s on tap…

No Ordinary Family | 8pm on ABC
“No Ordinary Mobster”
Jim’s secret identity is at risk when he tries to take down a dangerous mobster who has eluded George for years; Stephanie continues to look into Dr. Volson’s previous research of a mysterious plant – against Dr. King’s wishes; Daphne convinces a reluctant JJ to use his powers to help her become more knowledgeable in order to impress a boy; and JJ goes to extreme measures to help Katie get a date.

Glee | 8pm on Fox
“The Substitute”
After Mr. Schuester gets sick, a substitute teacher (Gwyneth Paltrow) takes over the Glee Club and becomes a new love interest as well as competition for Will. [GMMR: If you haven’t yet seen the little photo preview of tonight’s ep, click here!]

The Biggest Loser | 8pm on NBC
“1009”
The competition moves to singles, so contestants will compete on their own without partners or teammates from this point forward. The most recent elimination is still a big topic ofconversation, with trainer Bob Harper trying to determine why the vote went the way it did and one player still upset over the departure of a close friend. But the players all perk up with news from the trainers that they’re getting a special gift from loved ones – heartwarming videos from home that move everyone to tears. When one player doesn’t receive a video, the other contestants thoughtfully plan an uplifting surprise to try and make up for it. Then a pool challenge tests everyone’s balancing skills, and later, one player reaches a milestone at the weigh-in. Finally, one more contestant is eliminated, and heads home to an emotional reunion with loved ones.

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HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER: Two Beavers Are Better Than One

We’ve learned a lot from HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER over the years.

But this latest lesson comes courtesy of the Canadian TV show, SPACE TEENS, starring one Robin Sparkles.

Yes, kids, it’s true, during HIMYM’s third installment of the Robin Sparkles series, which aired Monday evening, we got a couple golden knowledge nuggets, including the fact that two beavers are better than one. Also, Alan Thicke’s joystick is apparently a useful math tool.

Check it…

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Conan Returns To TV with GLEE’s Lea Michele

The man, the myth, the red-haired legend, Mr. Conan O’Brien, made his return to television last night with the debut of his new TBS talk show, CONAN, and GLEE star Lea Michele stopped by to help him celebrate.

She giggled a lot, seemed like she was happy to be there, and talked about the recent GQ photo shoot that started a bit of controversy with its sexy pics of her.

I’m assuming the GQ business probably influenced her fashion choice last night: a not so flattering dress that even covers her collar bone, but whatevs…

Glad Conan’s back on TV?

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GLEE: Mark Salling Tells Us If Puck Wants Quinn… And What About Rachel?

GLEE fans have not seen Mark Salling for a few weeks now since Puck has been M.I.A., but he returns to the show this week and, in honor of the occasion, GIVE ME MY REMOTE got some quality time with him.

He messes with us (and our camera) a bit, but when the subject of Puck and Quinn is raised, Salling gets serious. Does Puck want to be with Quinn, even though she’s not carrying his child anymore?

We get an honest, thoughtful, straightforward answer from the actor and he weighs in on whether the pairing of Puck and Rachel is a thing of the past or a future possibility too…

Thoughts?

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