Carter’s ‘Harsh Realm’ (1999-2000) gets harsh treatment
One-season wonders (TV review): The timing seemed perfect, as it came out right after “The Matrix.” But people had gotten their 1999 fill of VR worlds.
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Carter’s ‘Harsh Realm’ (1999-2000) gets harsh treatment
‘Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous’ appeals to geeks, kids
TV review: “Camp Cretaceous” Season 1 successfully walks the tightrope, giving something to both kids and adult “Jurassic Park” geeks.
‘Next’ a tired take on artificial intelligence fears
First episode impressions (TV review): The umpteenth series to warn us about artificial intelligence ranks among the most forgettable.
All 21 episodes of ‘Dark Angel’ Season 2 (2001-02), ranked
TV review: James Cameron’s “Dark Angel” Season 2 starts slow and finishes strong in what unfortunately turns out to be its final season.
‘Fargo’ Season 4 drops humor, gets too dark
First episode impressions (TV review): “Fargo” gets particularly dark as most of the old humor is dropped. Violence and racism take center stage.
‘Away’ a flighty drama about work-life balance
First episode impressions (TV reviews): Here are my first looks at “Away,” “Departure,” “Woke” and “Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous.”
‘The Third Day’ miniseries starts out weird, mysterious
First episode impressions (TV review): This six-episode HBO miniseries starts off weird, but more in a good way than a bad way.
‘El Camino’ (2019) is Jesse’s ‘Breaking Bad’ grace note
Blogging ‘Bad’ (Movie review): “El Camino” focuses on Jesse’s actions during the time of the closing episodes, effectively expanding his character.
‘The Boys’ remains super as Season 2 begins
First episode impressions (TV review): As Season 2 begins, “The Boys” is still a super series that skewers politics and celebrity via The Seven.
In ‘Breaking Bad’ Season 5 (2012-13), you’re god damn right Walter is Heisenberg
Blogging ‘Bad’ (TV review): Walter White confidently embraces his Heisenberg identity in Season 5. But the show examines the tragedy of doing so.