tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post2593802453504710191..comments2023-11-03T06:02:02.128-07:00Comments on By Ken Levine: Who deserves the Best Drama Emmy?By Ken Levinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17305293821975250420noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-72150299694508229082013-06-25T21:07:57.428-07:002013-06-25T21:07:57.428-07:00While I agree that most of the worthy dramas are o...While I agree that most of the worthy dramas are on cable these days, I do not understand why PARENTHOOD gets no love at all but THE GOOD WIFE does. Of the two, it is the much more innovative, less sentimental, more cable-like show.Raynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-74335102506690947742013-06-13T06:47:55.415-07:002013-06-13T06:47:55.415-07:00I just hope HOUSE OF CARDS wins any of the "b...I just hope HOUSE OF CARDS wins any of the "big" categories - the series is just fantastic. It started just a few days later than it premiered on Netflix - hence it was shown here one episode a week in pay-tv.<br /><br />It was suspenseful, entertaining - just all a good drama series needs. <br /><br />Whoever cares: The dubbing (german) was on par with the show's general excellence.Marcohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02383330899990240753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-37685258572467025982013-06-13T05:43:32.440-07:002013-06-13T05:43:32.440-07:00I got the impression that the list of programs are...I got the impression that the list of programs are those that are eligible (or have at least been offered for consideration), not that they've already passed through any kind of selection process. No real quality judgments so far. It's like the producers of future sensation "Eight Kittens Fighting Over a Sock" submitting the show much the same as I could offer myself as a candidate for U.S. President. Hey. I'm over 35.<br /><br />There could be a very special Emmy worthy episode of "Eight Kittens Fighting Over a Sock" where the kittens' owners/human companions win a shopping trip to India with Amelia, Bollywood Roboshopper.Charles H. Bryannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-78112094835706991292013-06-13T02:25:59.583-07:002013-06-13T02:25:59.583-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Amelia Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10157384261601931518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-59819422408933175842013-06-12T19:44:13.517-07:002013-06-12T19:44:13.517-07:00I'll second what Sherrie said above. What Tati...I'll second what Sherrie said above. What Tatiana Maslany did on Orphan Black was remarkable. Playing multiple characters is nothing new, but a couple episodes into it, you really do forget it is the same person playing each character. She just won Best Actress at the Critic's Choice awards, so maybe that will at least give some a reason to check it out. I'm not a sci-fi fan at all really,but this show was thrilling, hilarious and dramatic in each episode. Of course, the 10 show season allowed them to pack a whole lot of plot into a shorter period. Unlike some shows - hi Lost! - they never let many questions hang out there. Catch it if you can.Randy 92109https://www.blogger.com/profile/04909743657296857576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-81560331199043480742013-06-12T17:04:44.542-07:002013-06-12T17:04:44.542-07:00PSS- you're also WRONG about Real Housewives o...PSS- you're also WRONG about Real Housewives of Hollywood being on the ballot (esp since there's no such show w/that title); its Real HUSBANDS..., a satire of the whole housewives genre/mess... MuffinMan21571https://www.blogger.com/profile/01873683946661523257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-11291443221124974592013-06-12T17:01:30.517-07:002013-06-12T17:01:30.517-07:00...also, you want FIVE legit nominees for Comedy S......also, you want FIVE legit nominees for Comedy Series? How about: Louie, Parks & Recreation, Veep, It's Always Sunny, and yes, Archer (maybe the funniest of the lot)? PS- looks like Mindy Kaling's gonna stick around for awhile (way to pick em)... #youaresooldMuffinMan21571https://www.blogger.com/profile/01873683946661523257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-26255602038534270262013-06-12T16:54:38.456-07:002013-06-12T16:54:38.456-07:00The Killing AND The Newsroom both SUCK, and don...The Killing AND The Newsroom both SUCK, and don't belong on ANYONE'S list of Emmy contenders; also Maron is a very funny show- how about giving SOME credit to a comedy series you haven't been associated with?MuffinMan21571https://www.blogger.com/profile/01873683946661523257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-73692993472823325492013-06-12T16:41:54.188-07:002013-06-12T16:41:54.188-07:00and I find it ridiculous that I didn't read th...and I find it ridiculous that I didn't read the other comments before posting the same thing for the 5th time.<br /><br />JR in California again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-7624345754668657512013-06-12T16:40:04.541-07:002013-06-12T16:40:04.541-07:00Television shows which are 13 episodes or less, sh...Television shows which are 13 episodes or less, should have their own categories. I find it ridiculous for a "season" to be 10-13 episodes. <br /><br />J.R. in California Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-71849847732838372902013-06-12T16:08:39.864-07:002013-06-12T16:08:39.864-07:00"Maron is certainly a scripted sitcom. It'..."Maron is certainly a scripted sitcom. It's a good one too."<br /><br />I disagree. He doesn't even write the show, for the most part, and it apparent because it doesn't have the consistent comedic voice of Louie or Curb.<br />Also, he's rarely funny, probably because, as an actor, Maron doesn't commit fully to what he's doing, and he thinks that's enough.<br />It's not.<br />The writer's angle is to just have his "character" react to the bizarre behavior of the sad people around him. These people seem to be around just to give Mark a chance to give reaction shots, rather than to tell an interesting story.<br />It's just hack.<br />I like Maron's podcast, but he ain't ready for primetime, or even IFC.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-36245827663580320072013-06-12T15:38:35.016-07:002013-06-12T15:38:35.016-07:00I haven't watched any of those shows. Not one....I haven't watched any of those shows. Not one. All of this is Greek to me.<br /><br />Verna: "basque"? Cap'n Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11783977137812876489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-51879975341518291492013-06-12T14:43:03.845-07:002013-06-12T14:43:03.845-07:00Real Husbands of Hollywood - BET - Series Premiere...Real Husbands of Hollywood - BET - Series Premiere 01/15/13 - 4.15 million total viewers - 18-49 demo rating - 2.1<br /><br />Community - Season Premiere 02/07/13 - 3.88 million total viewers - 18-49 demo rating - 1.9Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-31019969401439468882013-06-12T13:40:21.882-07:002013-06-12T13:40:21.882-07:00Maron is certainly a scripted sitcom. It's a ...Maron is certainly a scripted sitcom. It's a good one too. It's only 6 episodes in on it's first season so it's hard to tell if it's going to be great but I'm on board for the ride.Marknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-9571001106298528082013-06-12T13:03:55.880-07:002013-06-12T13:03:55.880-07:00JUSTIFIED, without a doubt. Well-deserved.JUSTIFIED, without a doubt. Well-deserved.Brendannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-65854387112137647182013-06-12T12:55:21.263-07:002013-06-12T12:55:21.263-07:00Game of thrones deserves the Emmy just for the gut...Game of thrones deserves the Emmy just for the guts of depicting the Red Wedding and going beyond the books.HCarvalhonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-54712628556575808972013-06-12T12:41:49.097-07:002013-06-12T12:41:49.097-07:00Oh, I'd also add that I recently started getti...Oh, I'd also add that I recently started getting into DOCTOR WHO, and if it's eligible would love to see it get some nods. But I suppose after all this time that would be an uphill climb.jbryantnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-76928966546579163652013-06-12T12:40:01.952-07:002013-06-12T12:40:01.952-07:00Are there truly 68 comedy series vying for a nomin...Are there truly 68 comedy series vying for a nomination? I think the only comedies I've watched in the past year are LOUIE, GIRLS, THE OFFICE and BUNHEADS (though I guess the latter could be eligible in Drama instead; I haven't seen the list). A far cry from days of yore when the schedule was studded with classic sitcoms.<br /><br />I don't watch all of the Drama contenders either, but would have no trouble coming up with a solid lineup of nominees with several left over. I'd probably go with THE AMERICANS, BREAKING BAD, JUSTIFIED, SUITS, MAD MEN and RIPPER STREET (if it's eligible), while reluctantly leaving off GAME OF THRONES and wishing there were a Guilty Pleasure category for REVENGE, NASHVILLE and THE VAMPIRE DIARIES. jbryantnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-77571847588469962342013-06-12T12:16:16.789-07:002013-06-12T12:16:16.789-07:00I'm not sure what it says that I've only w...I'm not sure what it says that I've only watched one of the dramas you mentioned as deserving: Homeland (which is great). Apparently I need to get watching. Keep in mind, I only just recently started watching the Sopranos, so I might be a little behind.Tim W.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-18114382650324173562013-06-12T12:15:48.835-07:002013-06-12T12:15:48.835-07:00Tough choice, indeed. Some say we're living th...Tough choice, indeed. Some say we're living through a "golden age" of television. Maybe not in television generally (certainly not in comedy), but it's hard to remember a time when there was so much terrific drama being made. Macnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-43293058574289736842013-06-12T11:44:31.375-07:002013-06-12T11:44:31.375-07:00One of my favorite shows this year was probably no...One of my favorite shows this year was probably not even seen by a million people: Orphan Black, on BBC America. Tatiana Maslany for Best Actress! Since it has no chance of being nominated, go Justified!Sherrinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-3879069402004554842013-06-12T11:17:32.760-07:002013-06-12T11:17:32.760-07:00Check out HANNIBAL on NBC. Exquisite, daring, supe...Check out HANNIBAL on NBC. Exquisite, daring, superb on every level. Last Thursday's episode made me laugh, cry, and barf.Kylenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-33234276342505396332013-06-12T10:50:11.933-07:002013-06-12T10:50:11.933-07:00Justified is the best. Also, Rectify was very goo...Justified is the best. Also, Rectify was very good and thought-provoking, too--but only six episodes. Justified has the best dialogue on TV, hands down. Terrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-24923204512066873352013-06-12T10:24:50.749-07:002013-06-12T10:24:50.749-07:00If The Walking Dead gets nominated, will somebody ...If The Walking Dead gets nominated, will somebody please hack my head off with a samurai sword?Ski L.A.http://poemsaboutonionbagels.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19336675.post-8105626350599097802013-06-12T10:04:56.686-07:002013-06-12T10:04:56.686-07:00It's never too late to vote for THE WIRE.It's never too late to vote for THE WIRE.Charles H. Bryannoreply@blogger.com