Hitchcock gets transported to space in ‘Lifepod’ (1993)

December 18, 2024December 18, 2024 John Hansen Alfred Hitchcock

On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): This TV movie makes good use of its strong cast with sharp themes, future tech and a whodunit.

‘Agatha Christie’s Poirot’ Season 6 (1994-95) adds Christmas cheer

December 15, 2024November 25, 2024 John Hansen Agatha Christie

Sleuthing Sunday (TV review): Which isn’t to say everyone is jolly in the Lee household for “Hercule Poirot’s Christmas,” but we wouldn’t have it any other way.

‘Alfred Hitchcock Presents’ Season 1 (1955-56) brings the macabre into living rooms

December 11, 2024December 18, 2024 John Hansen Alfred Hitchcock

On a Hitchcock kick (TV review): As a holiday treat, we look at “Back for Christmas” and Hitchcock’s three other directorial efforts from “AHP’s” first season.

Teen TV looks to the past with ‘Cobra Kai,’ ‘Hysteria!,’ ‘Cruel Intentions’

November 23, 2024November 23, 2024 John Hansen Cobra Kai/Karate Kid

First episode impressions (TV reviews): “Cobra Kai” remains inspired, while the other two series almost begrudgingly go through the motions.

Fall TV premieres continue with ‘Disclaimer,’ ‘Day of the Jackal,’ ‘Creep Tapes’

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 John Hansen Horror TV

First episode impressions (TV reviews): Only the miniseries modernization of “Jackal” is worth following, and even for that, you’ll need patience.

‘Teacup’ extends the ubiquity of Puzzle Box shows

October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 John Hansen Horror TV

First episode impressions (TV review): This short (?) and stout series is the latest in a genre with decreasing thrills and surprises.

‘High Potential,’ ‘Brilliant Minds,’ ‘Penguin’ showcase diverse brains

October 1, 2024October 1, 2024 John Hansen Batman/Gotham

First episode impressions (TV reviews): Good ole comfort TV is also on the docket this fall, with “Murder in a Small Town,” “Rescue: HI-Surf” and “Doctor Odyssey.”