Television

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

“Black Lightning” (9 p.m. Eastern Tuesdays, CW) distinguishes itself from the other CW DC Universe shows by being set in a real world more so

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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John’s top 10 TV shows of 2017

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,

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Sherman-Palladino achieves career hat trick with ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’

All of the best traits and very few of the worst traits of hat-loving TV producer Amy Sherman-Palladino are present in the delightful “Marvelous Mrs.

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John’s top 10 TV shows of 2007

NBC publicity photo 1. “quarterlife” (Season 1, quarterlife.com) (more…)

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John’s top 10 TV shows of 2006

1. “The Office” (Seasons 2-3, NBC)  (more…)

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John’s top 10 TV shows of 2005

1. “Veronica Mars” (Seasons 1-2, UPN) (more…)

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John’s top 10 TV shows of 2004

1. “Angel” (Season 5, The WB) (more…)

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