In Bed With Joan

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Dear ladies and gents,

I love me some Joan Rivers. I remember watching her daytime talk show ages ago and she would always, without fail have me in stitches. Sure for some she is an acquired taste, sometimes she can be a bit mean-ish, but she is also clever, has wonderful timing and you know… she is hilarious.

I saw her in different stuff over the years (Celebrity Apprentice anyone?), but it was her documentary Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work that made me… erm whats the adequate word… admire her? If you haven’t had the chance to see it, I *think* it is available to stream on Netflix. And here you can read Roger Ebert’s review, which I think is totally spot on (OT but I’m sure I’m not the only one who is all like – lets see what Roger Ebert thought of movie X and then I realize I can’t check anymore. That man is sorely missed).

But I digress. Yes, Joan. Admiration. And total respect. That is one tough, hard working bird. It is refreshing to see someone so talented working so hard when nowadays many want the applause/money/respect for just showing up (see all of the Kardashians, contestants on any given talent show). It would be easy to take potshots because of her age (which I personally think is something to be proud of, not something to be embarrassed about), or because of her plastic surgery, but you can be sure Ms Rivers has thought of (and used) that joke before.

Anyhow Ms Rivers has a new online talk show called In Bed With Joan and I like it very much. Some of her guests included Margaret Choo (loved that interview), Ru Paul, Anthony Jeselnik and Nick Kroll. It is very intimate (it’s in her bed after all!), very funny and very uncensored (all good things me thinks).

But best of all – there is no geo-cock-blocking nonsense going on and you can watch it regardless of where your IP might be located. It is also available on iTunes and YouTube.

The World’s End trailer

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Dear ladies and gents,

I have a bit of a Simon Pegg problem. As in I like him loads and think he is hilarious (have you seen Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz? If not, what are you waiting for?) and then I end up watching stuff like Mission Impossible: The Ghost Protocol because he is in it. It’s ok, feel free to judge.

Anyhow Simon Pegg teamed up with Nick Frost and Edgar Wright once again on the World’s End. What can I tell you? It looks awesome and it also stars Martin Freeman? Also I totes would love to this particular pub crawl. However (and unfortunately) the only semi-survival skill I possess is locating the nearest bathroom.

The World’s End premieres on July 19th in the UK and August 23rd in the US.

Source: Anglophenia

WTF of the week – The Good Wife

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Dear ladies and gents,

another good WTF of the week.

To be honest – I’ve been watching the Good Wife out of habit. And not because I find the storylines particularly interesting. The cases were meh at best and Alicia – Will – Peter love triangle has been boring me to tears. Yes, I know the Good Wife is all about the nuance and whathaveyou, but come on!

Also (and this is just my opinion) – in their pragmatism all of them were getting a bit predictable. Of course Alicia was going to take the partnership when it was offered to her. And of course she was going to ditch Cary and the other associates and any and all plans to start a new firm. And of course she was going to smile, shake hands and thank the other partners for the opportunity. Of course. And that is expected in real life. But this is a freaking TV show! Shake things up a little bit for crying out loud!

And finally (FINALLY!) – in the season finale it happened. A total game changer. FINALLY!

Alicia decides to leave Lockhart/Gardner and start a new firm with Cary.

If the writers go through with it (if being the operative word, because it wouldn’t be the first time the writers have pulled the old bait and switch – think House), the landscape of the series will change so drastically, it should be fun and interesting to watch, no?

Am I the only one who is excited by the prospect?

WTF of the week – Broadchurch

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Dear ladies and gents,

oh don’t let the title fool, this is good kind of WTF.

I reviewed Broadchurch just after it started. And yesterday we finally found out who the murderer is.

Don’t worry, I will not post any spoilers.

I would just like to tell you that the ending didn’t disappoint. Again, it was sad and wretched and miserable, even schmaltzy at times, but it is worthy of your time investment. I haven’t been so engrossed in another crime series since… hm… Luther? And I love me some Luther!

ITV has recommissioned the series and it should go into production at some point next year. It is still unclear who will return from the original cast.

So yes, if you are craving some good crime stories, do watch Broadchurch. Since there are 8 episodes, it might be too much to go through in one sitting, but you can spread it out over a couple of days to properly appreciate it.