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BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: SEASON 4 Soundtrack: Bear McCreary Brings The Awesome

I imagine if you are reading this review of the BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: SEASON 4 soundtrack that you are a. A Bear McCreary fan, b. A soundtrack fan, c. A Battlestar Galactica fan, or d. All three. I'm in the "d" category and so am aware of my own and many fan sentiments about the music of the iconic space drama, "Battlestar Galactica."

Even if you didn't quite "get" Battlestar Galactica the music of Bear McCreary is nothing less than epically stellar.

My personal story of how I've come back to enjoying music after a rather protracted stint where modern music didn't grab me  while much of the music of my younger years <sigh> I played only when I was feeling nostalgic.

Bear McCreary is just like any other devoted Battlestar Galactica fan with one crucial difference--he is the"13th Cylon," as Jamie Bamber correctly states in

(left) Limited Ed. Poster - Battlestar Galactica Orchestra

this 2-CD set's 20-Page CD booklet (which contains exclusive liner notes from the show's cast and crew). Bamber's comments about McCreary's music made me tear up. The comments about the music of BSG.

Bear McCreary doesn't just make beautiful, wondrous, soundtrack music, his music is not confined by genre--it stands alone.

It blows my mind every time I hear "Roslin and Adama Reunited" or “The Heart of the Sun.” When the orchestra builds to that last thunderous piece, a statement of the Colonial Anthem, it is simply glorious, and incredibly touching.

It's been mentioned by many listeners of music from Season 4 Battlestar Galactica that a fan favourite highlight is the “Dreilide Thrace Sonata No. 1.″  It is sheer awesome (though awesome is the entire Battlestar Galactica Season 4 2-CD set). This music is Bear McCreary's statement, testament, a love song and a final goodbye by and from Bear, a showcase of the evolution of this still-youthful composer to the universe that was and is Battlestar Galactica.

There are many lovely, stirring, and jamming nuggets on the Season 4 CD including as McCreary discloses on his namesake blog, his personal favourite example of "beautiful dissonance" in BSG  called “Among the Ruins.”  Yes, it is beautiful but so much more than that--stirring, innovative, primal, brilliant.

One of the most compelling characters in Battlestar Galactica was played by the unforgettable James Callis who is one of those rare actors that can convey so much with just a facial gesture. Callis can articulate a lot of truth in one paragraph as well. Of McCreary and his music, Mr. Callis' liner notes statement says:

"It would seem to me that most music on TV you don't end up craving, discussing with all and sundry as to how it affected you. It is very unusual in a drama for the music to be so compelling--compulsive--so signature. And BSG was not just another drama--but a Space Drama to boot!"

So Say We All!

As SciFi Scoop notes, Bear McCreary’s epic score to the fourth season of Battlestar Galactica first printing sold out in pre-orders.

It was released on July 28 and "the album has since rocketed into the top 10 for music sales on Amazon, and already a number of glowing reviews are popping up online."

I agree too with SciFi Scoop that Battlestar Galactica's soundtrack was robbed of its due glory by the Emmy Award folks, however I expect from checking in with the way the set is selling out that the Emmy's have just given us another reason to look elsewhere for guidance in seeking quality material deserving of award(s).

(Read more good sentiments to back up the sales at : SciFiScoop, Soundtrack.net, Den of Geek,

Airlock Alpha, and from a selection of reviewers on Amazon.)

Product Description
La-La Land Records proudly presents its 100th soundtrack release, the 2-CD Set BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: SEASON 4. Acclaimed BATTLESTAR composer Bear McCreary pulls out all the musical stops with his sensational music score to the fourth and final season of the critically lauded Sci-Fi Channel television series starring Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, James Callis, Tricia Helfer and Katee Sackhoff.

McCreary enriches and expands his glorious, one-of-a-kind mix of orchestra, vocals, rock, world-beats and synth. A sonic powerhouse that lives on beyond this beloved television show. Disc One collects Season Four's best musical moments up to DAYBREAK, the series finale, which is presented on Disc Two. A 20-Page CD booklet contains exclusive liner notes from the show's cast and crew.

New True Blood Comic-Con Exclusive Preview Trailer and Screen Caps, New Promo Clip

"Don't miss a sneak peek at whats in store for the rest of True Blood Season 2! This Saturday at Comic-Con, HBO premiered an exclusive advanced trailer introducing new characters and previewing the remainder of the explosive season. Go to http://www.hbo.com/trueblood/video.html to see and share the video. True Blood airs Sundays at 9PM only on HBO."

Above is a new, very short snippet of Lorena and Bill; the rest is in the full-length preview, which is also included in the screen caps below.

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Recap E6 Hard Hearted Hannah New Episode True Blood S2xE7 FOR AIRDATE AUGUST 2ND 2009 - Episode 2x07

Betrayed by Daphne, Sam finds himself in an unenviable predicament at the hands of Maryann and her zombie minions. Imprisoned with Hugo at the Light of Day camp, Sookie uses her telepathic powers to reach out to Bill, whoʼs being detained at the hotel by a adamantly obsessive Lorena. After crossing a church line, a fearful Jason tries to sever his ties with the Fellowship of the Sun, but gets plenty of resistance from Steve and his lackey, Gabe.

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I'm on holiday so I'll be slow posting though hopefully not as slow as I was in transit on Sunday (!)

I've worked on this for hours (screencaps) just because I read one of the worst so-called reviews today of True Blood Episode 6, "Hard Hearted Hannah." I have a deep suspicion that the reviewer hates the show, was assigned to write the episode review and then either fast-forwarded through most of it or just read HBO's synopsis though not very closely because if he/she did he/she would have known that Bill's maker is "Lorena."

I'm not doing a review now (I never really do as I'm sort of bored by them unless agood writer does them or, they tick me off because the person writing them is...nevermind) but a few things that were cool: Daphne is the pig! I was stymied by that 'til now. Upon listening to Sarah Newlin's thoughts we learned she had a few! No, actually that she truly thinks that Steve is over the top and therefore may be a weak link if Jason can sweet-talk her. OK, people just tuning in and perhaps that reviewer: Sookie can be annoying sometimes. That's the character. A naive but getting less so and very world-weary gal (despite not leaving her hometown) from dealing with the polluted thoughts of Bon Temps best all her life. Oh great, just lost the wireless. I'm in the deep woods with satellite internet. Must have been a UFO.

I'll be honest. I never tire of Bon Temps townspeople fornicating though if whomever survives Maryann has his/her memory intact there may be a few embarrassing moments in church on Sundays. (And just a note, it's all simulated sex.) I do think the Puritan ethic gets under some viewer's skins and they diss the show for that along with a laundry list of complaints. I like Nurse Jackie and Weeds, too. I suppose something like the Sopranos is more to the masses' taste but I liked that, too. Cheers!

Oh yeah, One more thing. Do you honestly think that in the 1920's flashback with Bill and Lorena that Stephen Moyer, who is from Europe, couldn't pull off a genuine-sounding French accent?! Of course he can! He was making light, albeit in a really evil way about how ignorant and full of themselves his and Lorena's victims were. They never suspected a thing was amiss and Bill and Lorena gave them clues--like the accent. On a side note I suppose one of the "pluses" to being vampire is that you have time enough to pursue all manner of interests including--piano playing. Another observation about Bill. He really minimized how much killing he did and for how long he did it as a vampire. I do believe early in his and Sookie's relationship that he implied he'd only killed a couple of times--then learned to not kill when feeding off humans. Obviously not true if 75 or so years into being undead he was as violent and deadly as Lorena and he thoroughly enjoyed it. This shouldn't be shocking except to those that weren't listening as recently he's let more truth about his "true nature" and how he fights it, trickle out when on the subject with Sookie. That, and the fact that he is a bloodthirsty vampire. No getting around that, Bill-fans.

Dexter Season Four - Many Video Spoilers - Comic-Con - International Response to Dexter - Video

Can America's favorite serial killer really have it all? Don't miss the season 4 premiere of Dexter Sunday, September 27th.

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Dexter the Game: Trailer - Coming soon to the iPhone and iPod Touch. Analyze crime scenes, uncover evidence, and choose the brand of justice: the courts or the Dark Passenger.

Michael C. Hall reflects on the different reactions Dexter receives overseas. From the Comic-Con 2009 Dexter Panel. New season premieres Sunday September 27th.

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Comic-Con: John Lithgow Has Secrets

John Lithgow talks about catching up with the series knowing where the season takes his character, the Trinity Killer. From the Comic-Con 2009 Dexter Panel. New season premieres Sunday September 27th.

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True Blood - 2.06 Recap Video - Hard Hearted Hannah - Jessica & Hoyt Meet Again - Promo Video, Screen Caps for Episode 7 - Release Me *SPOILERS*

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Recap E6 Hard Hearted Hannah

New Episode True Blood S2xE7

FOR AIRDATE AUGUST 2ND

2009 - Episode 2x07

Betrayed by Daphne, Sam finds himself in an unenviable predicament at the hands of Maryann and her zombie minions. Imprisoned with Hugo at the Light of Day camp, Sookie uses her telepathic powers to reach out to Bill, whoʼs being detained at the hotel by a adamantly obsessive Lorena. After crossing a church line, a fearful Jason tries to sever his ties with the Fellowship of the Sun, but gets plenty of resistance from Steve and his lackey, Gabe. Video thanks to LucyLocket403!

Thanks to danceintherainx!

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I'm on holiday so I'll be slow posting though hopefully not as slow as I was in transit on Sunday (!)

I've worked on this for hours (screencaps) just because I read one of the worst so-called reviews today of True Blood Episode 6, "Hard Hearted Hannah."
I have a deep suspicion that the reviewer hates the show, was assigned to write the episode review and then either fast-forwarded through most of it or just read HBO's synopsis though not very closely because if he/she did he/she would have known that Bill's maker is "Lorena."

I'm not doing a review now but a few things that were cool: Daphne is the pig! I was stymied by that 'til now. Upon listening to Sarah Newlin's thoughts we learned she had a few! No, actually that she truly thinks that Steve is over the top and therefore may be a weak link if Jason can sweet-talk her.
OK, people just tuning in and perhaps that reviewer: Sookie can be annoying sometimes. That's the character. A naive but getting less so and very world-weary gal (despite not leaving her hometown) from dealing with the polluted thoughts of Bon Temps best all her life.
Oh great, just lost the wireless. I'm in the deep woods with satellite internet. Must have been a UFO.

I'll be honest. I never tire of Bon Temps townspeople fornicating though if whomever survives Maryann has his/her memory intact there may be a few embarrassing moments in church on Sundays. (And just a note, it's all simulated sex.)
I do think the Puritan ethic gets under some viewer's skins and they diss the show for that along with a laundry list of complaints.
I like Nurse Jackie and Weeds, too. I suppose something like the Sopranos is more to the masses' taste but I liked that, too. Cheers!

True Blood - Episode 2.06 (18) " Hard-Hearted Hannah " Promo (HQ) - Sneak Peeks - Eric & Lorena - Screen Caps - Video

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True Blood Episode 2x06 "Hard-Hearted Hannah" Promo (HQ) Original AIRDATE JULY 26TH 2009: Accompanied by Isabel's human boyfriend Hugo (Christopher Gartin), Sookie embarks on a dangerous mission to locate Godric. Meanwhile, Bill is shocked when a vampire from his distant, more violent past resurfaces in Dallas. In Bon Temps, Daphne presses Sam to get comfortable in his own skin(s); Hoyt (Jim Parrack) continues his unlikely courtship of Jessica; Andy (Chris Bauer) interrogates Lafayette about his disappearance; and Tara and Eggs (Mehcad Brooks) take a detour while on a road trip. At the Light of Day camp, Jason faces difficult emotional and physical choices.

Season 2 True Blood preview for the remaining season originally premiered at Comic Con 2009 in San Diego.

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Maryann:"We need to be out of control; we crave it."

Eric & Lorena Talk (True Blood) (2 x 06 - Hard Hearted Hannah)

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Update! True Blood - S2xE6 - Hard-Hearted Hannah Screen Caps (7/26/09)

By now it seems established that True Blood episode titles are taken from song titles. This weekend's "Heart Hearted Hannah" appears to refer to someone in the show--but who? We have so many based on the promo (and past behaviour) to pick from. First among those has to be Lorena, Bill Compton's maker from the civil war era. She was a vicious heartless vampire then and she seems not to have changed other than her more upscale appearance.

See: Then

Now:

OTOH, though I have no new caps of Maryann her previous act of cutting out of Ms. Jeanette's heart and making stew with it, not to mention trying to kill Sookie, certainly qualifies her:

Maryann's Miss Jeanette's Heart Stew

Finally, if there ever was a scheming, manipulating wench Sarah Newlin qualifies:

 

Dumb as a sack of hammers Jason never had chance once Sarah Newlin set her sights on him.

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Synopsis: 206: Hard-Hearted Hannah (7/26/09)

Accompanied by Isabel's human boyfriend Hugo, Sookie embarks on a dangerous mission to locate Godric. Meanwhile, Bill is shocked when a vampire from his distant, more violent past resurfaces in Dallas. In Bon Temps, Daphne presses Sam to get comfortable in his own skin(s); Hoyt continues his unlikely courtship of Jessica; and Tara and Eggs take a detour while on a road trip for supplies. At the Light of Day camp, Jason finds himself faced with difficult emotional and physical choices.

True Blood - E2.06 (18) - ' Hard Hearted Hannah ' - Screen Caps - Episode 2.05 (17) Recaps - Eric-Centric “Never Let Me Go”

Screen caps from the promo for True Blood- S2E6 "Hard Hearted Hannah."
There are several of  Bill's maker, "Lorena,"--at the time she turned him --Civil War era. She is probably at least a couple hundred years older than Bill and said to be from Hungary.
More caps with Lorena and Bill through the years are in the Season 2  Photo -Video Gallery.

ASAdmin — July 19, 2009 — HBO owns the rights.

True Blood Episode 2x05 'Never Let Me Go' Promo HQ

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TRUE BLOOD SEASON 2 EPISODE 5 Recap
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HBO - Episode 205 Recap: “Never Let Me Go”

Original Debut: SUNDAY, JULY 19 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) In Dallas, Sookie connects with one of her own, then joins Bill and Eric for a strategic summit at the lair of the missing vampire, Godric (Allan Hyde), attended by his lieutenants, Stan (Ed Quinn) and Isabel (Valerie Cruz). Meanwhile, Jason shows his mettle at a Light of Day boot camp, and is rewarded for his hard work with a gift from Sarah (Anna Camp). Rebuffed by Tara in her relocation efforts, Maryann decides to cast her spell on the staff of Merlottes, softening Tara up towards her new family. Eric shares a little-known secret about his past with Bill, and Sookie makes a decision that might solve the Godric mystery or get her killed. (Season 2, Episode 5)

Preview: HBO - Episode 206: “Hard-Hearted Hannah”

Original Debut: SUNDAY, JULY 26 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) Accompanied by Isabel’s human boyfriend Hugo (Christopher Gartin), Sookie embarks on a dangerous mission to locate Godric. Meanwhile, Bill is shocked when a vampire from his distant, more violent past resurfaces in Dallas. In Bon Temps, Daphne presses Sam to get comfortable in his own skin(s); Hoyt (Jim Parrack) continues his unlikely courtship of Jessica; Andy (Chris Bauer) interrogates Lafayette about his disappearance; and Tara and Eggs (Mehcad Brooks) take a detour while on a road trip. At the Light of Day camp, Jason faces difficult emotional and physical choices. Written by Brian Buckner; directed by Michael Lehmann.

Dexter Season 4 Preview Straight From Comic-Con - Cast Candids - Dexter Action Figure - Bobble-heads

 At Comic-Con Michael C. Hall about talks Dexter as a daddy.

 

"Dexter" (Michael C. Hall) and his two wives at Comic Con 2009.

 

"Rita Bennett Morgan" Julie Benz

 

"Deb Morgan" Jennifer Carpenter Hall

 

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Poor Michael C. Hall. It's my understanding that he detests having to do big-crowd functions to promote the show.

I don't blame him. Imagine how uncomfortable it must be to have to sit on a panel in an overflowing-capacity roomful of people with both your wives!

"Don't miss this awesome action figure of everyone's favorite so-called "good guy", Dexter! Standing 7-inches tall and fully articulated, Dexter comes with interchangeable arms, allowing him to transform from killer to blood-splatter expert and back again. He also includes loads of great accessories: knife, body bag, ID badge, and blood slide! He would love to make your world a safer place, so bring him home today! This sculpt is personally approved by Michael C. Hall." (from the showtime.com website)

Dexter's Comic-Con Photo Stream

ALICE IN WONDERLAND: Teaser Trailer Originally Aired At Comic-Con

Unsurprisingly, there have been many adaptations of Lewis Carroll's “Alice in Wonderland," the most notable being the first Disney version, which was released in 1951. The adaptations have appeared in myriad forms, such as full length animated features like the Disney version, live action films, musicals, television movies, anime films and much more.

The latest adaptation isa Disney-Tim Burton film with a release date of March 5, 2010.

Being a Tim Burton film and judging from the beautiful stills that have been released, the film, which will be a mixture of live action and animation, will be darker than most previous adaptations.

Synopsis-

"From Walt Disney Pictures and visionary director Tim Burton comes an epic 3D fantasy adventure Alice in Wonderland, a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time. Johnny Depp stars as the Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as 19-year-old Alice, who returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, reuniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat, and of course, the Mad Hatter. Alice embarks on a fantastical journey to find her true destiny and end the Red Queen's reign of terror." Release: March 5, 2010

Weeds Season 5x E8 - 2 Sneak Peeks - "Laugh With The Sinners" - "Plum Juice"

"Laugh With The Sinners"

Andy, after shaving his scruffy beard, asks Nancy's gynecologist Audra if she'd like to get dinner.

Only The Good Die Young

Come out Virginia, don't let me me wait
You Catholic girls start much too late
But sooner or later it comes down to fate
I might as well be the one
They showed you a statue and told you to pray
They built you a temple and locked you away
But they never told you the price that you pay
For things that you might have done.....
Only the good die young

You might have heard I run with a dangerous crowd
We ain't too pretty we ain't too proud
We might be laughing a bit too loud
But that never hurt no one
Come on Virginia show me a sign
Send up a signal I'll throw you the line
The stained-glass curtain you're hiding behind
Never lets in the sun
And only the good die young

You got a nice white dress and a party on your confirmation
You got a brand new soul
And a cross of gold
But Virginia they didn't give you quite enough information
You didn't count on me
When you were counting on your rosary

They say there's a heaven for those who will wait
Some say it's better but I say it ain't
I'd rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints
The Sinners are much more fun...
You know that only the good die young, only the good die young

You say your mother told you all that I could give you was a reputation
She never cared for me
But did she ever say a prayer for me? 
Oh-oh-oh

"Plum Juice"

When Celia tries to return all of her "You're Pretty" cosmetics supply, she sees another side of the seemingly cheerful Raylene.

Episode 8 - A Distinctive Horn

The tension between Nancy and Esteban mounts as Pilar adds to the conflict. Nancy looks to Andy for help, just as hes focused on his relationship with Audra. Dean offers to help Silas and Doug get their dispensary back on track, but Celia sees an opportunity and steps in. Directed By: Scott Ellis Written By: Chris Offutt Guest Stars: Demian Bichir, Alanis Morissette, Kate Del Castillo

About Sunday: Episode 7 - Where the Sidewalk Ends

Nancy learns the identity of the other woman in Esteban's life, as well as his plans for her childbirth delivery. With the help of Andy and Audra (Alanis Morissette), Nancy takes matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, Celia discovers that getting rich quick isn't always so easy.
Silas and Doug learn the hard way that Deputy C.P. Jones is more trouble than he's worth as the fate of their medical marijuana dispensary is jeopardized. 

Directed By: Jeremy Podeswa
Written By: Roberto Benabib & Matthew Salsberg
Guest Stars: Demian Bichir, Alanis Morissette, Larry Joe Campbell

I didn't love this episode though crazy bearded Andy was engaging.

Celia was made to be annoying again not really funny--just pathetic Celia.

The pot dispensary thing is not great though it may get better now with Dean and Doug sparring again--if Doug can stay straight enough to muster up an argument. It just feels like treading water to keep "pot" still in the show since really Nancy and Andy, the principle characters, have gone off on their own--in very different directions.

True Blood Kristen Implies Sookie Dies - Has Few Upcoming Sex or Love Scenes *SPOILERS*

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Q: Will Bill and Sookie have more tender and sexy moments on True Blood this season?
A: They won't be having such a tender moment next week when Sookie heads off to the Fellowship of the Sun church with the hope of getting information on the whereabouts of Eric's maker, Godric. Bill is quite worried about his gal and rightly so. When asked if Sookie is the kind of person who will save the day, Anna told us, "She will die trying."

Source: E!Online

SPOILERS (book-related)

I'm pretty sure that Sookie will almost die and Eric will  save her. Sookie gets beaten up on a fairly regular basis, often to within an inch of her life.

How has Twitter helped or hurt your blog?

I can't imagine how Twitter could hurt anyone's blog unless maybe you made your Twitterfeed public on your blog and posted something that offended your readers.

Twitter has helped my blog in that it spreads the word about what I write about. In the case of my TypePad blog, Forever A Fangirl, I write about entertainment and pop culture that I enjoy or sometimes endorse because I like it. Twitter sends people to my blog by making them aware of what I've written. And yes, I do keep track--through bit.ly currently. I also get many story ideas and leads by following sources in the know as I'm a very small fish in a huge pond.

On the topic of Twitter however and this is tangential to the query, since I do a very little bit of sponsored-post writing on this blog and now am starting hand-picked-by-me reviews of music that I'm interested in, I do follow some people who are shall we say, in similar businesses--that of selling. If I wanted to really go off on a tangent I could say that we are all in the business of selling if we desire an audience. If we don't care then really we are just keeping a journal.

Anyway on the business tweeting, I'm  sort of in a conundrum because a number of people including ironically, the guy that asked this question, are tweeting too much for me. I'm finding myself scrolling through so many of their tweets that it's feeling like clutter. And if I was not interested in a tweet the first time I'm not going to be interested in it the next time when it is re-tweeted or the third time, for that matter. I realize I've accidentally double-tweeted but as soon as I'm aware of it I delete the extra tweet. I don't think you should re-tweet your own post unless it's really good.

I'm afraid that Twitter will soon reach critical mass where there is just so much "noise" and that it will become less effective. Maybe that is already happening. I'm quite sure that this social media platform like others will began to fade and that something will take it's place: think MySpace, Facebook, some say Google--though obviously Google still retains a lot of power-- yet it's getting less buzz than Twitter (I read that headline in my Twitter stream today).

I consider Twitter "of the moment" as I do many things Internet-related. There will be a time when it is no longer of the moment and the next big thing will be what the early adopter segment of social networking platforms is abuzz about.

Update! Godric Tribute Clip 'Dark Waltz' TRUE BLOOD 2.05 [ #17] RECAP – NEVER LET ME GO – Eric is Made Vampire by Godric

PHOTOS/VIDEO: Godric Meets His 'True Death' at Sunrise:

Godric (True Blood) // Dark Waltz

'I thought this song was perfect for him. I loved his character, and seeing him die was disappointing. So I had to tribute-him. :) The first voice over translates to: "There are centuries of love between us." Song: Dark Waltz by Hayley Westenra Ask Questions: http://formspring.me/ILoveThesePeopl Livejournal: http://heathyr-iltp.livejournal.com/ Tumblr: http://heathyr.tumblr.com/'

True Blood S02E05 "Never Let Me Go" Flashback Clip

TRUE BLOOD SEASON 2 EPISODE 5 Recap Photo album on this blog: Godric Meets His 'True Death' at Sunrise

TRUE BLOOD '17' / S2x05 – 'NEVER LET ME GO' – EW Magazine Scans – S2 & S3 Spoilers – Anna Paquin on Jimmy Fallon

 

I don't want to sound mean but it's really hard to compare Anna's appearance on Dave Letterman vs. Jimmy Fallon. Fallon was just a thousand times more into the interview. He was warm and knowledgeable about Anna and the show--and funnier than Dave, too. Dave old boy, you just don't have
it anymore.

Video credit: Thank you, Shadaliza!
 

Source Tonight's episode thumbnail: TRUE BLOOD 17: NEVER LET ME GO In Dallas, Sookie connects with one of her own, then joins Bill and Eric for a strategic summit at the lair of the missing vampire, Godric, attended by his lieutenants, Stan and Isabel. Meanwhile, Jason shows his mettle at a Light of Day boot camp, and is rewarded for his hard work with a gift from Sarah. Rebuffed by Tara in her relocation efforts, Maryann decides to cast her spell on the Merlotte's staff, softening Tara up towards her new "family." Eric shares a little-known secret about his past with Bill, and Sookie makes a decision that might solve the Godric mystery--or get herself killed.

What worked- Sookie and the Barry the bellboy. Unfortunately Sook's enthusiasm about meeting another telepath really freaked Barry out, and he was already high strung. After she pursued him a second time she found out later that he had quit. That disappoints me because it's really fun to "hear" Sookie's thoughts the way we've been hearing other people's thoughts in Sookie's head throughout the show. I hope "somehow" Barry comes back because he plays a vital role in the book series and I can't imagine simply introducing him and then dropping him. This is the time where I kick myself for skimming past the casting news. It really does give you insight about what is to come.

Jessica's ordering a hot young guy "off the menu" and enduring Bill's admonishment before turning on her heels and going to her room telling Bill he would regret when she became "bulimic" (from drinking Trublood).

One of the lieutenants of the missing Godric, "Isabel" seems interesting. She kept trying to talk sense into Godrics' other lieutenant, Stan, a dumb cowboy vamp out for blood and lots of it.

Finally (best for last), seeing Eric's back-story where 1000 years ago he was mortally wounded in battle and close to death, his maker --15 y.o. Godric, who had watched him in battle and admired him, offered to turn him. Even then Eric wanted to know what would be "in it for (him)." Seeing Daphne's true identity--a deer. (Video thanks to xdanceintherainx.)

What didn't work (for me) - Daphne and Sam. I dunno. She's cute but the way the camera kept reminding us of her scratched up back, I know we are not supposed to trust her. I'm just tired of thinking "plot device." Twice would have been enough--last episode and this. OK. I get it. She has long gouges on her back. She either is or isn't evil. Do the scratches have anything to do with her being good or bad? We don't know yet. Why did Sam, who is usually very wary, not ask her after he noticed them and got all weirded out?

Maryann dressed up as Gran. Aw, c'mon. Unless Tara was hypnotized, in which case the Gran outfit--no makeup, loose bun, and Gran's apron were unnecessary, what was the point of Maryann conning Tara that way? Has Tara gone blind? Here's another character who is usually wary and Maryann doing something so very bizarre and obvious had to have registered on some level with Tara. If she doesn't question it in the next episode, I'm going to be disappointed.

On a side note, it would seem that Tara's feelings about Gran ("like a mother"), to whom she'd only told Eggs, somehow got conveyed to Maryann. Wonder how?

Next time on TrueBlood S2xE6 "Hard Hearted Hannah"

EW Scans of Entire Permanent Cast - S2 & S3 Spoilers

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TRUE BLOOD -S2xE5 (17) *Spoilers* - ' NEVER LET ME GO ' - Video - Eric is Made Vampire by Godric

Eric Remembers His Past & Godric (True Blood) (2 x 05 - Never Let Me Go)

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Tonight's episode thumbnail:

TRUE BLOOD 17: NEVER LET ME GO

In Dallas, Sookie connects with one of her own, then joins Bill and Eric for a strategic summit at the lair of the missing vampire, Godric, attended by his lieutenants, Stan and Isabel. Meanwhile, Jason shows his mettle at a Light of Day boot camp, and is rewarded for his hard work with a gift from Sarah. Rebuffed by Tara in her relocation efforts, Maryann decides to cast her spell on the Merlotte's staff, softening Tara up towards her new "family." Eric shares a little-known secret about his past with Bill, and Sookie makes a decision that might solve the Godric mystery--or get herself killed.

What worked-

Sookie and the Barry the bellboy. Unfortunately Sook's enthusiasm about meeting another telepath really freaked Barry out, and he was already high strung. After she pursued him a second time she found out later that he had quit. That disappoints me because it's really fun to "hear" Sookie's thoughts the way we've been hearing other people's thoughts in Sookie's head throughout the show. I hope "somehow" Barry comes back because he plays a vital role in the book series and I can't imagine simply introducing him and then dropping him. This is the time where I kick myself for skimming past the casting news. It really does give you insight about what is to come.

Jessica's ordering a hot young guy "off the menu" and enduring Bill's admonishment before turning on her heels and going to her room telling Bill he would regret when she became "bulimic" (from drinking Trublood).

One of the lieutenants of the missing Godric, "Isabel" seems interesting. She kept trying to talk sense into  Godrics' other lieutenant, Stan, a dumb cowboy vamp out for blood and lots of it.

Finally, seeing Eric's back-story where 1000 years ago he was mortally wounded in battle and close to death, his maker --15 y.o. Godric, who had watched him in battle and admired him, offered to turn him. Even then Eric wanted to know what would be "in it for (him)."

Seeing Daphne's true identity--a deer.

What didn't work (for me) -

Daphne and Sam. I dunno. She's cute but the way the camera kept reminding us of her scratched up back, I know we are not supposed to trust her. I'm just tired of thinking "plot device."  Twice would have been enough--last episode and this. OK. I get it. She has long gouges on her back. She either is or isn't evil. Do the scratches have anything to do with her being good or bad? We don't know yet. Why did Sam, who is usually very wary, not ask her after he noticed them and got all weirded out?

Maryann dressed up as Gran. Aw, c'mon. Unless Tara was hypnotized, in which case the Gran outfit--no makeup, loose bun, and Gran's apron were unnecessary, what was the point of Maryann conning Tara that way? Has Tara gone blind? Here's another character who is usually wary and Maryann doing something so very bizarre and obvious had to have registered on some level with Tara. If she doesn't question it in the next episode, I'm going to be disappointed.

On a side note, it would seem that Tara's feelings about Gran ("like a mother"), to whom she'd only told Eggs, somehow got conveyed to Maryann. Wonder how?

Cross posted to Forever A Fangirl.

True Blood - Jessica & Hoyt and Sookie & Bill - 'Shake & Fingerpop' 2.04 Screencaps

Waiting Sucks Less:

...when you have a classic True Blood scene from season 2 to remember fondly.

Love the range of emotions 'Jessica' (Deborah Ann Woll) especially, goes through. Mortification, anger and incredulity. Embarrassment, relief and puppy love eyes when Hoyt (Jim Parrack) says he believes Jessica, not Bill (Stephen Moyer). Indignation and anger, when she tells Bill off first for turning her and feeling "like shit" for it--an insightful call for a 17-y.o.--then for not being fair by assuming she was "hunting" Hoyt, when she was having her very first kiss, and then embarrassment again when she complains to Bill that she did not know that her fangs came out when she got turned on. Nicely played by Deborah Ann Woll. Of course we have the ever-lovely Anna Paquin in her classic Fangtasia shirt, too. A win all 'round! 

True Blood Men's Fangtasia Life Begins at Night T-Shirt - Red

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Love the range of emotions Jessica especially, goes through. Mortification, anger and incredulousness. Embarrassment, relief and puppy love eyes when Hoyt says he believes Jessica, not Bill. Indignation and anger, when she tells Bill off first for turning her and feeling "like shit" for it--an insightful call for a 17-y.o.--then for not being fair by assuming she was "hunting" Hoyt, when she was having her very first kiss, and then embarrassment again when she complains to Bill that she did not know that her fangs came out when she got turned on. Nicely played by Deborah Ann Woll.

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True Blood - Jessica Hoyt Sookie Bill - S2E4 Screen Caps - Shake & Fingerpop

Love the range of emotions Jessica especially, goes through. Mortification, anger and incredulousness. Embarrassment, relief and puppy love eyes when Hoyt says he believes Jessica, not Bill. Indignation and anger, when she tells Bill off first for turning her and feeling "like shit" for it--an insightful call for a 17-y.o.--then for not being fair by assuming she was "hunting" Hoyt, when she was having her very first kiss, and then embarrassment again when she complains to Bill that she did not know that her fangs came out when she got turned on. Nicely played by Deborah Ann Woll.

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Bear McCreary's ‘Battlestar Galactica’ Season 4 Soundtrack Sells Out -- BEFORE Its Released

The first print run of Bear McCreary’s Battlestar Galactica: Season 4 soundtrack have all sold out – two weeks prior to its release! La La Land Records have put a rush on printing more, attempting to catch up with demand. I'm sure all parties are pleasantly surprised at the need to do so.

This is very exciting though in truth, not unexpected news. Bear's fans include many long-time followers of Battlestar Galactica and they are known both for their great taste and devout loyalty to the man and the series, respectively.

It's my opinion that Bear who is himself a huge BSG fan, has channelled his deep appreciation for Battlestar Galactica into the unforgettable soundtrack music he's laboured to create and if you continue reading, you'll find that he continues to perform live with the Battlestar Galactica Orchestra to sell-out crowds who share the same appreciation for Bear's music which is such an integral piece of the endeavour that was Battlestar Galactica.

Battlestar Galactica: Season 4 has been the top selling TV soundtrack for over a month on Amazon and is has currently spent 8 days in the Top 100 Music CD’s on Amazon (and the charting arrow is pointed "up").

In other Bear news, if you are attending Comic Con in San Diego or are planning to be in the area, Bear McCreary will be there, too--for several days performing live with the Battlestar Galactica Orchestra--and on Thursday July 23 he’ll contribute to Richard Hatch’s panel with other members of the Battlestar Galactica cast and crew. On Friday, Saturday and possibly Sunday he will appear at multiple signings and presentations including one at Capcom’s booth for Dark Void.

Bear has already let slip that he's been scoring a new television project that will have it's premiere at Comic Con! It will be the first time his score is heard publicly for the project, which has been kept top secret.

“It’s been killing me keeping it secret,” McCreary said, “because I know when you guys hear this soundtrack… you’re gonna explode.  It’s like Battlestar / Sarah Connor / Dark Void on steroids!”

And about that live performance during Comic Con? Are you ready for this? You can enjoy a live performance of the music from the Battlestar Galactica: Season 4 soundtrack at the San Diego House of Blues on Thursday July 23rd, Friday July 24th, and Saturday, July 25th. The performances will be hosted by Battlestar actors Edward James Olmos (Thursday) and Grace Park (Saturday) with both Olmos and Park on the Friday. There are still tickets available though I wouldn't wait much longer to get them as the venue is not a huge one.  Visit the spanking new new BSG Orchestra website to learn more and while you are there stop by the forum and say hello.

Battlestar Galactica: Season 4 will officially be released July 28.

Source: Bear's Battlestar Galactica Blog

True Blood: 2 Sneak Peeks S2xE5 'Never Let Me Go" - Anna Paquin 7.16.09 Letterman

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Sookie and Barry the bellboy have a close encounter in which Sookie nearly scares Barry out of his skin.

Sample dialogue-
Sookie: They ever glamour you?
Barry: Ugh, no I fake it.

(Nitpick. If Barry were to have been glamoured--how would he know? Victims cannot remember being glamoured.)

True Blood: Episode 5 Sneak Peek 2- Jason Stackhouse & Steve Newlin Episode 5 of "True Blood"

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True Blood: 2 Sneak Peeks S2xE5 (17) ' Never Let Me Go '

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July 14, 2009 — FOR US AIRDATE: JULY 19TH 2009: In Dallas, Sookie connects with one of her own, then joins Bill and Eric for a strategic summit at the lair of the missing vampire, Godric (Allan Hyde), attended by his lieutenants, Stan (Ed Quinn) and Isabel (Valerie Cruz). Meanwhile, Jason shows his mettle at a Light of Day boot camp, and is rewarded for his hard work with a gift from Sarah (Anna Camp). Rebuffed by Tara in her relocation efforts, Maryann decides to cast her spell on the staff of Merlottes, softening Tara up towards her new family. Eric shares a little-known secret about his past with Bill, and Sookie makes a decision that might solve the Godric mystery or get her killed. (Season 2, Episode 5)

Edie Falco Throws Out 1st Pitch For Mets - Nurse Jackie - Episode S.07 - 2 Sneak Peeks - 'Steak Knife'

I'm just realizing that Steve Buscemi is directing almost every episode of Nurse Jackie, Season 1:

That can't be a bad thing. I think the show is finding it's stride. There's only so much obviously,that they can cram into a half-hour show. Generally, I think dramas are more suited to a 60-minute format and sitcoms 30 minutes but I guess "Jackie" is a dramedy which means 45 minutes might be just right? Regardless, last week's eppy with a former longtime nurse-colleague of Jackie's who was in her last stages of terminal lung cancer was well-played. Judith Ivey was the nurse and she hit just the right pitch. Blythe Danner and Swoozie Kurtz were also nice additions, guest starring as Coop's mothers. Guess which one is his favourite mom? Between the ice queen and funny lady, really no contest. Looking forward to this week.The clips are good, especially the first with Dr. O'Hara having something obviously very wrong (in her personal life) but declining at this point anyway, to confide in Jackie.

 

"Edie Approaches the Mound" Edie Falco throws the ceremonial opening pitch at the New York Mets' Citi Field. New episodes of Nurse Jackie Mondays 10:30pm ET/PT, on Showtime.

  

 SHOWTIME  -  The Proper No Thanks

Dr. O'Hara offers to pay for Jackie's daughter's education, but Jackie refuses her help.

Unisex, right?

Coop makes obnoxiously friendly conversation and Eddie decides to give him an expensive bracelet.

Nurse Jackie: Episode 1.07 - STEAK KNIFE

A man is admitted with a steak knife sticking out of his chest. He was on a first date with a woman whose ex-husband stabbed him. Eddie gives Jackie a Cartier bracelet for their one-year anniversary, but she rejects the gift. A baby is left in the nurses’ station and Akalitus takes the infant to her office. O’Hara, who is usually on her game, is beginning to crack – there’s a crisis in her private life. Jackie invites her to spend the night in Queens. Grace begins school at Immaculate Virgin, and her parents are hopeful that private school will ease her anxiety.

Written By: Nancy Fichman & Jennifer Hoppe Directed By: Steve Buscemi

 

True Blood - S2XE4 Screen Caps - Sam & Maryann - Not an Alpha

I'm going to miss Maryann when she finally gets bored manipulating the denizens of Bon Temps and torturing poor Sam.

I think she's wrong about him though. I think underneath that compact exterior is a guy that despite an uneven love-life otherwise has done pretty well for himself. More to Maryann's point, despite Maryann previously changing him into his dog form against his will, he still has the brass to stride up to her and threaten her again--which is pretty Alpha-like if you ask me.

I love this scene as it is two actors fully in sync. Maryann does fire the final shot before striding away, off to wreak more havoc. She did win this battle--but will she win the war?

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Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince Soundtrack Aims High and Soars

By Cyn McCrackan

July 16, 2009

The music soundtrack within a film is inextricably tied to the memory of that film. The best soundtrack music can bring a film to soaring heights, impossible to reach otherwise, lifting the viewer out of her seat and into another life enabling escape from everyday existence, if only for a couple of hours.

Now comes the Harry Potter series, moving into it's sixth film, with what would have been the penultimate film in the series if not for the planned rendering of "Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows" into two films to better preserve the very last chapters of the phenomenally successful children's fantasy series by J.K. Rowling.

Unsurprisingly, given his acclaimed efforts in his only previous scoring for Harry Potter, 2007’s “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," composer Nicholas Hooper admirably succeeds in accomplishing this task in his score for “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, one which is as grand in scope as the books themselves. 

Composer Hooper first stepped into "Potterworld" when director David Yates took over the series with the aforementioned "Order of the Phoenix.” Scoring “Half-Blood Prince,” Hooper expands upon the themes that he and previous composers in the series had already established while contributing a slew of fresh new ones suitable to this darker outing.

The soundtrack features reprisals of the menacing “Possession” theme from “Order of the Phoenix” which Hopper notes is used to connect Voldemort/Tom Riddle to both Harry Potter and Prof. Dumbledore. Listen for it's foreboding sound woven into the score, especially in the second half of "Half Blood Prince."

Astute listeners will recognize several touches of John Williams' previous contributions including "Hedwig's Theme" and a snippet of "The Quidditch Match." Williams' impossible-to-miss signature sound can also be heard in "Ron's Victory" and "Of Love and War."

In a film that carries so much emotional weight the magic and wonder of "Ron's Victory" as well as “Inferi in the Firestorm” are crucial to bring balance to the film.

Draco Malfoy, who assumes a critical role in "Half-Blood Prince," has earned his own theme, "Malfoy's Mission," which as composer Hooper notes, is intended to denote "mystery, evil, and sadness." If you've read Half-Blood Prince you'll agree that indeed Malfoy is in a constant emotional flux regarding this rite of passage mission.

Further plumbing emotions is a new composition, “In Noctem” which encompasses much of the emotional weight of the film, while “Ron’s Victory” and “Inferi in the Firestorm” evoke the sense of wonder and magic prominent in the earlier films.

With the “Half-Blood Prince” score, Hooper successfully manages to convey the enigmatic and the fancy juxtaposed against mischievousness and hopelessness. The result is no less than magic. Without being so informed I would have had no clue that Nicholas Hooper has now made the Harry Potter franchise's composer roster a triad and that he was not with the series from the start. Composer Hooper has made the series a part of his repertoire as if it were always so while bringing past Potter themes into the series with seeming effortlessness. It is important I think that viewers keep in mind that the Harry Potter films are now a large body of work which began with 2001’s “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” and as such needs to have an over-arching sense of being "as one" musically.

This gives the audience, be they listeners or viewers a real sense of how these characters have matured since the young trio arrived wide-eyed and innocent at Hogwart's Academy.

"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" contains no less than three love themes, "Ginny" within which is the previously-noted snippet of the signature "Hedwig's Theme," "Harry and Hermione," and "When Ginny Kissed Harry." While keeping the long-running series' music integral to it's characters growth, Hooper also keeps flowing the continuity which carries the viewer along while reminding us just how far we all have come on this journey with Harry and Company.

"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" is in stores now. It is composed by Nicholas Hooper. The film, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and and Michael Gambon, is now playing at your local theater.

EDIT to add: A great little video clip from the scoring of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince which takes you behind the scenes to watch conductor/orchestrator Alistair King and orchestrator Jeff Atmajian as they score composer Nicholas Hooper’s opening track to the film.

True Blood - S2xE4 (16) Shake & Fingerpop - Tara ' s Birthday Party Orgy - NSFW - Sam & Daphne/Tara & Eggs Get Close

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This set (CLICK photo see the album in FULL) focuses mostly on Tara's birthday party with all of the NSFW shots including Sam & Daphne/Tara & Eggs getting close.

In the photo album (link on Arlene & Terry's pic) above is the party Maryann is throwing for Tara's birthday as it progresses. There is Eggs and Tara as they progressively disrobe and Eggs' backside is seen.

(Tara) Rutina Wesley was shy, it seems.

Sam and the mysterious, back-scratched Daphne had some touchy-feely moments as well as but less so, Arlene (waitress) and Terry Bellefleur, (part time cook at Merlotte's).

It's been about a month since Sookie killed Arlene's fiance Rene, though even without Maryann's magic Arlene and Terry were getting ready to hook up. They are the most chaste couple here.

When the True Blood actors were queried about Season 2 prior to it starting, several of them spoke of the writer's amping things up . Sam Trammell expressed shock at how far out the story is going and he's been in the business for some time.

Much of the orgy-type behaviour like the eating of dirt equals descending into near-madness and is going to continue SPOILER through the last episode while sustaining a fever pitch until based on the photos I've seen of "Bon Temps"/ Clinton, LA, everyone is just going to "explode" as Maryann exits (though I have no information at all of Maryann's fate--just guessing).
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Update - 7.09 Battlestar Galactica - All Along The Watchtower - NEW Katee Sackhoff - Bear McCreary LIVE, Battlestar Galactica Orchestra version - BSG Season 4 Previews, S-3 Ending, Original 'Watchtower'

Battlestar Galactica Bear McCreary with Katee Sackhoff "All Along The Watchtower" Live 6-13-2009

What a treat to see Katee Sackhoff and Bear MCreary on the piano together with that haunting little tune--All Along the Watchtower--Bear's version! Then it turns into something huge. I mean awesomely bombastic at its pinnacle. I love it! It so powerful.

What do you think of Bear McCreary and the Battlestar Galactica Orchestra live (in the video)? 

Pretty great band, huh? 

The Battlestar Galactica Orchestra, featuring all kinds of awesome, will tour in the US--hopefully Canada (maybe?) and possibly internatonally (I know for a fact Bear and Co. have a huge, dedicated fanbase overseas). 

If you want to see Bear McCreary and the Battlestar Galactica band LIVE you have to make it happen by taking your support of Bear and BGO live. If you and some friends are the real deal as far Bear and Co., in other words a real BSG fan, it's very likely I think, that you would dig seeing Bear. His music made such an impact on the show. To state what is obvious: BSG would not be the BSG we love without Bear.

Did you hear the NPR piece on Bear and the band and their playing live? Here is the link. NPR Music on BSG's Bear McCreary and his live, sellout Shows

One thing that always shines through when you hear a McCreary piece. It's a certain "joyful noise" made with very diverse yet  instruments like bagpipes and. Learn more About the Band

I will be back later to talk more about Bear and the Orchestra and the LIVE gigs they have lined up in  in San Diego at the upcoming,geek event of the year ComicCon! (which is killing me because <sob> I cannot be there.) I need to find/Make a Mary McDonnell. pic for my avatar at the Battlestar Band blog. 

From Battlestar Blog -

"Bear McCreary’s score for “Battlestar Galactica” honors, absorbs and transforms the traditions of classical, popular and cultural music from around the world.  Within his score, massive Japanese taiko ensembles struggle to overpower arsenals of Scottish bagpipes.  The wistful strains of erhu and duduk are set against string orchestra and rock band.  A lush piano sonata lulls one moment, a bluesy and distorted dobro energizes the next.  Armenian text is sung gently over images of bloodshed, while Indian-inspired melodies intertwine with heavy metal."

o to the brand fraking new Battlestar Galactica Orchestra site and check it out, stopping by the forum to say hi and then go blog about it. Twitter about it. Just spread the word that you'd love if the BGO would come to your area to play live. 

My big Friday night television series surfathon at YouTube went very well. I caught up on the mini-preview for both the mini-series, "Razor," to air on November 24th on the American SciFi network, and saw some spoilerish series scenes from BSG Season Four! Whee!

Battlestar Galactica - All Along the Watchtower

Excellent End of the 3rd Season.

Get your first look at the fourth and final season of Battlestar Galactica. See how the fleet deals with the four of the Final Five among them ... and what lengths they will go to just to find Earth. www.syfyportal.com

This freaked me out_completely_ especially the end! OMG!

Poor Starbuck!

This one didn't scare me as much as the Season 4 Preview with Starbuck in a cell screaming "We're going the wrong way!" That made me kind of interested in seeing much more. Now, please. ;)   I just saw a little snippet of a video of a few of the key BSG players including the creative team at a big "Con"  (Comic Con?) doing a panel discussion Spoiler (Shhhh! Lucy Lawless gets unboxed!) during hiatus last summer and it was mentioned by "Starbuck" that the esteemed Canadian actor, Michael Hogan, "refuses to believe that Spoiler Tigh is a Cylon!" Heh. Poor guy. He's really into the role. But it is so odd--not only the XO, but Chief Tyrol, Sam Anders and Tori....  President Laura Roslin's  (Mary McDonnell) assistant.  All of a sudden we've got four secret Cylons at least of two of them main characters, thrust upon us. I think if you'll pardon the expression, they are going  "balls to the wall"  in making the end--the fourth and final season of Battlestar Galactica. I'd be cool with that --and some DVD's in the future.  :) I don't ask for much. ;) I just hope they did not blow the budget on the miniseries they made for my birthday, OK 5 days early, still-- I'll rerun it on my birthday. :)

True Blood: Food, Sex, Booze, Drugs - Michelle Forbes ' Maenad Maryann Brings Them All (HQ Screen Caps) ' Maryann Transforms ' - S2x04 E16 - ' Shake '

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The second part of the excellent interview TV Guide.com did with everyone's favourite maenad, Maryann, on the HBO series True Blood was released on Monday.

After watching True Blood's Episode 4 "Shake and Fingerpop," it became clear why they had to delay the article until after the show had aired. Michelle answered candidly when asked of the nature of her character--that she's indeed a maenad though perhaps not one straight from Wikipedia. A maenad (pronounced mee-nad) is as Michelle explains, a a mythical creature that revels in chaos and "all those things that people hold themselves back from — food, sex, booze, drugs — she wants to push people into their vices, their purity, their ecstasy. That's what she considers happiness. It's not a nefarious or villainous thing in her mind. She wants everyone to feel the same glory and joy that she feels. She wants everyone to join the party."

Michelle goes on to explain that in her opinion, Maryann is not evil--just very different--that she does not even have evil intentions (it's been disclosed by True Blood that the bull-headed thing with the claws killed Miss Jeanette). I find this fascinating because if Maryann were judged in the real world she would be a murderess and probably lots of other bad things, too. But Michelle does not judge her character and I've heard the same from other veteran actors when they take on a role. Since they inhabit the character--almost become it, they can't exactly go around hating that character in order to portray him or her effectively. So the actor finds a way to justify the character's intentions and I believe the articulate Ms. Forbes does a wonderful job of explaining Maryann. Here's a bit more: TV Guide.com asked Michelle, who had stated that Maryann's goal is pleasure with ecstasy a preferred state, why then is Maryann violent?

Michelle answered, "Maryann lives in a different moral construct than the rest of us. Tenderness, violence — they're the same to her. The more that somebody is feeling alive and in their adrenaline and feeding that appetite for what we're not supposed to do, the more that they're in what she considers purity. That is her life blood; that is her excitement.

All those things that people hold themselves back from — food, sex, booze, drugs — she wants to push people into their vices, their purity, their ecstasy. That's what she considers happiness. It's not a nefarious or villainous thing in her mind. She wants everyone to feel the same glory and joy that she feels. She wants everyone to join the party."

This interview is a must-read if you want to get a bead on the character of Maryann, learn about who is actually in the bull-headed creature's costume and much more. Click through to TV Guide.com for the whole story.

Weeds - Season 5x6 "You Have To Choose Between YOU and The Gringa" - S2xE7 - 2 NEW Sneak Peeks

You watched Weeds last night, right? At least are planning to watch it? I hope so because this season has picked up considerably from the fourth-year slump.

If you are not inclined to catch up but want to see a funny scene that Nancy was the subject of but could not understand because she's not a Spanish speaker--and there were no subtitles for Nance or us the viewer, go ahead and watch it (above) and through the powers of E! a translation by one of it's readers.

Last night on Weeds we jumped ahead 6 months (I know. Whoa.) to find Nancy Botwin (Mary-Louise Parker) very pregnant and seemingly blissfully living with Esteban (Demián Bichir)in his state-side mansion.

Suddenly, amidst said bliss, a woman (Kate del Castillo) marched into the house and read Esteban,  who is the bio-dad to the baby-to-be, the riot act in non-subtitled Spanish. Like E!, I have not a clue what she said but her demeanor and tone gave her away as being powerful and ready to claw someone's eyes out. Afterward, Esteban announced to Nancy that everything was off--leaving Nancy in the familiar situation of having her jaw hanging open and her wide eyes even wider.

Above is the clip from last night's episode, courtesy of Showtime. Do you know WTH the angry well-dressed woman said?

Answer: "Ok, in a nutshell she says, "What do you think you are doing? You've gone a little too far, don't you think? Its one thing for you to have a fling with a stupid Gringa, or even have a baby with her, but to marry her? Are you crazy? In Mexico, all eyes are on you. All of my hopes, my effort, my money, my time are riding on you. You should have killed the stupid Gringa b!@#h ...(gets interrupted by Esteban) Esteban says, Are you telling me I have to choose between you and her (Nancy)? She replies, No, Esteban. I'm telling you that you have to choose between you and the Gringa."

Thanks to reader "Ruth"
Source is E!

And that ends today's Spanish lesson of Weeds Episode 6," A Modest Proposal"

It's six months since we last saw everyone and Nancy is in full bloom. Esteban proposes, and all seems right with the world until Nancy discovers there's another woman in Esteban's life. Andy, meanwhile, has gone on a spending spree and let himself go. Now he must come to terms with the new order of things. Celia, unhappy in her job at the mall, discovers an opportunity in the world of cosmetics. Shane spends an eye-opening day with Ignacio. Silas and Doug's medical marijuana dispensary is in full operation. But Deputy C.P. Jones continues his meddling ways. Directed By: Michael Trim
Written By: Vanessa Reisen Guest Stars: Demian Bichir, Larry Joe Campbell, Guillermo Diaz

NEXT WEEK "Where the Sidewalk Ends"

Nancy learns the identity of the other woman in Esteban's life, as well as his plans for her childbirth delivery. With the help of Andy and Audra, Nancy takes matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, Celia discovers that getting rich quick isn't always so easy. Silas and Doug learn the hard way that Deputy C.P. Jones is more trouble than he's worth as the fate of their medical marijuana dispensary is jeopardized. Directed By: Jeremy Podeswa Written By: Roberto Benabib & Matthew Salsberg Guest Stars: Demian Bichir, Alanis Morissette, Larry Joe Campbell

Comic-Con Dean comes to visit Silas at the pot club.

Free Sample Celia's first attempt at a You're Pretty Cosmetics sales pitch doesn't lead to any sales.

True Blood Q: What did Jessica make the man shout at the hotel? Screen Caps - S2xE4 "Shake & Fingerpop"

A:"Becky Eubanks is a stuck up whore who let Jayce finger her in church!"
(Courtesy HBO)

A number of reviews are saying that last night's eppy of True Blood, Episode 16 or S2xE4 depending on how you like to count them, was the best episode of the season so far.

Don't get me wrong. It was great but I have to wonder if going two weeks without a fresh episode helped sway them? In the case of a few (some who really did not like True Blood last year but have jumped on the train this year) had been given episodes 1-4 to review, so they knew what was coming. Even in their case I think having to shut up about it  for the extra week made them extra-excited about it when it did finally officially air.

My opinion? I thought it was as good as Episode 1 this season. You cannot beat starting the season finding out that no, it was not Lafayette dead in the back of Andy Bellefluer's old beater only to find Miss Jeanette in full rigor mortis--with her heart cut out.

Then to discover that in Eric of all um, people living or undead, had Lafayette chained up in his basement. Also in that that episode we saw a terrified Lafayette bear witness to an extremely irritated Eric who happened to be getting his hair bleached by Pam and so had foils in it as he disemboweled  Lafayette's fellow prisoner. All that and more in the premiere of season 2. Was last night better? No--but it was just as good.

My favourite scene is above-- screen capped by the hard-working ladies at True-Blood.net.

Once again they have posted thousands of screen caps from the latest True Blood episode and I'm weeding through trying to find a few to share. Don't have any more time tonight but promise to work on them tomorrow.

Up top you see the scene where Sookie, having travelled by Anubis Air (vampire serving airline) disembarking in the airline hangar as Jessica and Bill "rest". The flight was delayed and so it is now nighttime. Then the fun begins.

Much more to come.

True Blood - 'Shake and Fingerpop' - 'Never Let Me Go' - 2x05 - Sneak Peek *SPOILERS*

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TRUE BLOOD S02E05: Godric Turns Eric Into a Vampire FOR AIRDATE: JULY 19TH 2009 US/ March 19, 2010 UK: In Dallas, Sookie connects with one of her own, then joins Bill and Eric for a strategic summit at the lair of the missing vampire, Godric (Allan Hyde), attended by his lieutenants, Stan (Ed Quinn) and Isabel (Valerie Cruz). Meanwhile, Jason shows his mettle at a Light of Day boot camp, and is rewarded for his hard work with a gift from Sarah (Anna Camp). Rebuffed by Tara in her relocation efforts, Maryann decides to cast her spell on the staff of Merlottes, softening Tara up towards her new family. Eric shares a little-known secret about his past with Bill, and Sookie makes a decision that might solve the Godric mystery or get her killed. (Season 2, Episode 5)

Carrie Preston, who plays Arlene Fowler, says, "The second-season finale is only two weeks after the end of the first season." She's pictured above with Todd Lowe, whose nuanced portrayal of the psychically scared war vet with great insights both into himself and others is quite a pleasure to behold. It's super that his very minor though memorable "Terry Bellefleur" seems to be getting an expanded role in S2. I can't help but root for this guy to not experience any more grief.

That said, here he is with Arlene, who goes through men like a mainstreaming vamp goes through Trublood, so I'm feeling kind of doubtful that Arlene is going to fulfill his high expectations.

I'm wondering if their scene (above) is taken from Tara's birthday party thrown byMaryann(!) at Sookie's whilst Sookie is doing Eric's bidding in Dallas?/EDIT/ Yes it is.

Tonight's True Blood, written by Alan Ball, "Shake and Fingerpop" was very funny--and scary. Best kind of True Blood. A touch of romance. Some very cute Jessica scenes. Acton in the airplane hangar! What happened to Deborah Ann Woll's (Jessica) voice, though?! It seemed lower than normal in tone(?) I wonder if she had a cold? I have difficulty remembering the title to this eppy - Number 16 is easier (counting from the first episode last year). I'm reposting some promos photos for 'Shake and Fingerpop' and future episodes. 

You saw maybe half these scenes in No.16 but the rest are yet to come. They are HBO publicity shots from True Blood and they belong to HBO. 

Some are from future shows but most are from S2XE4 (Episode No.16)

 

Ha! huge reveal at the end of Shake and Fingerpop, huh? No shots of that--yet. I'll get them. You knew that Maryann, grew claws, did you not? As Sam said, (she's) "a... whatever you are." 

Ack! Do you think "Daphne" is one of Maryann's "minion's" that's referred to as SPOILER

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holding Sam captive? My vote is yes, based on SPOILER!

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Intel is that Sam and Daphne have a "bad breakup." Actually, it is the episode description(s) in the next couple of eppys. I thought she seemed suspicious but the way she's clawed. I still think it's a continuity issue that they don't show the scars making a shape on her little white Merlotte's shirt. That thin cotton wouldn't hide those! And neither does the little top she was wearing tonight! I'm not suspending belief on this one as the claw marks go high up. It is annoying and I'm not really picky but it takes me out of the moment while I grumble about no way could "Daffy" hide those suckers and wear the skimpy tops she does.

*Not all the pics are brand new though they are from upcoming episodes. Thanks to The ODI!

Q: Spill me some news on True Blood, especially about that gorgeous Jason Stackhouse.

A: True Blood star Ryan Kwanten tells us that Jason and his sister, Sookie, won't be separated forever: "There will be [a reunion between the Stackhouse siblings] and quite an electric one, too, where we gang up for the greater good."

Q: When do we finally get to see this badass vampire Godric on True Blood?
A: We've been waiting patiently for this mysterious vampire-of-all-vampires too, and the wait is almost over. Godric (Allan Hyde) pops up in the July 19 episode, along with his lieutenants Stan (Eureka's Ed Quinn) and Isabel (Valerie Cruz). Valerie tells us, "Isabel runs with the Dallas vampires, but she kind of becomes friends with both Bill and Eric. And she likes Sookie. [Isabel] has a penchant for humans, and she's sensitive to this love story they have."

Q: I need some True Blood info!
A: Carrie Preston, who plays Arlene, says, "The second-season finale is only two weeks after the end of the first season. Things get crazy in Bon Temps, Louisiana, I'll tell you that." Wait, Arlene doesn't die, does she? "Not so far!"

Source: E! Online 

True Blood is an Adaption NOT a Translation - Michelle Forbes ('Maryann')

Michelle Forbes (Maryann) Sam Trammell (Sam Merlotte): Credit HBO, inc.

I admire Michelle Forbes for several reasons but none more so than her willingness to be candid about how she thinks and feels--despite criticism for making "bad" career choices. An early example of this was when she was cast as Ensign Ro Laren on the television show Star Trek: The Next Generation. Ensign Ro, a Bajoran, was well-liked by Star Trek: TNG fans who were dumbfounded when just as her role on the show was expanding Forbes feared being typecast and she bolted, leaving the Star Trek universe behind.

Michelle Forbes as Ensign Ro on Star Trek:The Next Generation

I must admit, I too was kind of peeved with her because she was darn good!

It didn't stop me from enjoying the times that I found her on the small screen. The role I enjoyed her in most (though admittedly, I've not seen quite a bit of her TV work--she's done a lot of it) was as Admiral Cain of the Pegasus on Battlestar Galactica in the telefilm "Razor" (Michelle was the razor!). She should have gotten an award for that performance which included both the film and a multi-episode arc but alas (to my knowledge), she did not.

Michelle Forbes as Admiral Cain in Razor, a SciFi BSG telefilm

Now comes True Blood and by every account I've seen she's a fan favourite. Now too comes an in-depth interview by TVGuide.com and kudos to them because they did an excellent job of getting the kind of details that fans of the show clamour for.

But Michelle being who she is went ahead and stated her feelings in the interview about "book-ies"--those of us that have read Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse series which the show is based on, and some of us who expect the series to be true to the books. I would think "book-ies," who love the show but hate that it doesn't reproduce the books line-for-line are in the minority.

Just the same, Michelle using the term 'book-ies" sounds sort of like they are a little cult (kind of like Trekkies) though within context it sounds like she meant no derision. Still, but I feel a backlash coming. "Where does she get off blah, blah. Who does she think she is!? And so on.

I say let it go. Michelle plays wicked strong women who we love to watch. Offstage, she sounds like a strong woman, firm in her opinions and able to articulate them quite intelligently. For lack of better terminology you have to take the whole package. I don't think there was anything wrong with what she said to to TVGuide which was:

TVGuide.com: Were you a fan of Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse novels?

"I'd never even heard of them. I bought them, read the first one and then put them down because we are telling our own story. For the "book-ies" out there, everyone has to remember that it's an adaptation, not a translation."

I really enjoyed reading the interview and felt I came away more enlightened about the show. A couple of my favourite quotes are below (be sure to click through to read the article in full).

How Forbes sums up True Blood:

"You have this landscape for social commentary, for questioning injustice, compassion and our pack-mentality thinking allegorically."

About Maryann being rather Zen in her outlook on life:

"She's happy; she's happier than all of us. It pisses me off actually."

About what she like the most about inhabiting Maryann as a character: ...

 "... it has been liberating playing Maryann. There is a sense of contentment that was, to be honest, initially horrifying and frightening to me. She's not afraid of anything, and not in that clichéd way, she's truly just OK. She's not afraid. She can eat what she likes, she can have sex with whom she likes, she can play with whom she likes. She can dress in beautiful clothes. She has everything at her fingertips. There's nothing she doesn't need."

And quite amusingingly, she describes exactly how her wardrobe helps her channel Maryann:

"She is that Ibiza party girl. She's the girl who never left the party, but it hasn't hurt her. Those people are usually quite tragic, but she's not. She doesn't give one blink as to what people think of her. She's free of all those constraints."

And one SPOILER about just what Maryann is:

Q: So Maryann is a hybrid of some sort?  

Forbes: 'Yes. With these characters, you can do as much research as you want, but you're not going to find out that vampires sometimes wear tracksuits and flip-flops.'

 Source: TVGuide.com

True Blood - Sneak Peeks - S2 Episode 4 (#16) - ' Shake & Fingerpop ' / Screen Caps / Recap /Eric & Bill ' Bromance '

Thanks to xdanceintherainx !

Eric & Bill Talk In Dallas (2 x 04 - Shake & Fingerpop)

xdanceintherainx — July 14, 2009

I had some awesome (though not HQ) screen caps to grab from the videos.

There quite a number of really clear, nice ones--plus a few we've seen a couple of times like Sam and Daphne, his new ladyfriend, as she whispers in his ear, "I know what you really are."

EDIT 2/Thanks, I figured it out. ;)

EDIT/ Help me out here. In the scene with Sookie in the yellow flowered dress in the airplane hangar apparently struggling with a short person, are sleek-looking "coffins" in the background--not coffin-looking but body-sized and sealed-looking?

Original US AIRDATE JULY 12TH 2009/ US Repeat April 11, 2010:

"Shake and Fingerpop"

With Jessica in tow, Bill and Sookie head to Dallas to carry out Erics vampire-reconnaissance mission but a surprise awaits them at the airport. At the Light of Day Institute, Jason falls victim to a practical joke, but has the last laugh when the Newlins anoint him for a higher calling. Maryann throws Tara a birthday party at Sookie's, attracting much of Bon Temps to its Bacchanalian revelry. Sam postpones his departure from town to attend the bash, connecting with Daphne in the process. Having barely escaped Fangtasia, Lafayette finds himself reluctantly pulled back into Erics orbit.

Lafayette Takes Eric's Blood (2 x 04 - Shake & Fingerpop)

All images belong to HBO though believe me, I capped the crummy ones (lol).

Update - True Blood - Season 2 - LA Finale Behind The Scenes Set Video! - E2x04 - ' Shake & Fingerpop ' - USA Today Review

HBO's "True Blood" Behind the Scenes in Clinton, Louisiana
Thanks to batonrougetravel!

This video  gives us a good glimpse of Lafayette (Nelsan Ellis), blue eyeshadow and all--and he's looking mighty fine! Also featured is Anna Paquin (Sookie) and Ryan Kwanten (Jason) in their "work  clothes" and makeup.

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True Blood - Episode 2.x04 - Shake and Fingerpop - USA Today Review

"Not that the first three episodes haven't been great, gory, sexy fantasy fun, or that it hasn't been a pleasure to see new characters arrive and new stories begin. But with Sunday's episode, the first this season written by creator Alan Ball, you can just feel the show's main plots kick into another gear.

That is, by the way, par for the True Blood course: It was around this same time last go-round that Gran died, the event that jump-started the first season. Nothing quite that series-shaking happens Sunday, but major answers do arrive, including some important new information about that heart-coveting monster, as major shifts send the characters off and running in new directions.

For Sookie and her beloved blood-sucker, Bill (the perfectly teamed Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer), that means a trip to Dallas to hunt for a kidnapped vampire sheriff, with Bill's vamp ward Jessica (an amusingly petulant Deborah Ann Woll) in tow. No, the show hasn't left the backwoods of Bon Temps. But by taking a big-city sojourn, True Blood can explore a whole new humorous side of its out, loud and proud vampire metaphor, complete with luxury vampire hotels that play vampire porn. (Sample title: Intercourse With a Vampire.)

Happily, the new plot continues to stoke the fire Paquin and Moyer bring to their hot, star-crossed romance while adding a new layer of domestic comedy. Somewhat reluctantly, they're now raising a teenager — and underneath the vamp-vs.-human overlay is a smart exploration of the accommodations two very different people have to come to when parenting.

Other stories perk along, including one that reunites two terrific actors and characters: Alexander Skarsgard's Eric and Nelsan Ellis' Lafayette. Indeed, sparing Lafayette the deadly fate he met in Charlaine Harris' first book was one of the biggest and smartest departures the show has made.

The only story line stumble so far is Jason's (Ryan Kwanten) stint with an anti-vampire cult. It has been entertaining, but too much of the humor plays as an overly familiar attack on fundamentalists. If the plot (like the show itself) hasn't already shot over the top, it's skimming right along the border, and the writers would be wise to resist the urge to soar higher.

That qualm aside, what we're seeing this season is a show that has grown confident and comfortable enough to expand its universe while maintaining its tonal control. Almost every comic scene includes the threat of horror, and almost every horrific scene has some small touch of comic relief.

All in all, True Blood is one of TV's true joys. Drink deep."

Source: USA Today

7.09 - Battlestar Galactica - All Along The Watchtower - NEW Katee Sackhoff - Bear McCreary LIVE, Battlestar Galactica Orchestra In Concert /Corrected

Battlestar Galactica Bear McCreary with Katee Sackhoff "All Along The Watchtower" Live 6-13-2009 (here they are pictured in June in LA but you get the idea.)

Thanks to filmsinfocus!

What a treat to see Katee Sackhoff and Bear McCreary on the piano together with that haunting little tune The Final Four Theme--then to All Along the Watchtower--Bear's version! 

Beginning with Kara Remembers this moves to the Final Four Theme then to Heeding The Call, then to All Along The Watchtower. It turns into something huge. I mean awesomely bombastic at its pinnacle. I love it! So powerful.

About this :Note from Bear McCreary "Kara Thrace herself, Katee Sackhoff, joined me on stage at the grand piano to play Kara Remembers I played the left hand part, and she plucked out the Final Four Theme, just as she did in the climax of Someone to Watch Over Me. Once we had the Final Four Theme going on the piano, the band snuck in, building to Heeding the Call and finally All Along the Watchtower.

What do you think of Bear McCreary and the Battlestar Galactica Orchestra live (in the video)? 

Pretty great band, huh? 

The Battlestar Galactica Orchestra, featuring all kinds of awesome, will tour in the US--hopefully Canada (maybe?) and possibly internatonally (I know for a fact Bear and Co. have a huge, dedicated fanbase overseas). 

If you want to see Bear McCreary and the Battlestar Galactica band LIVE you have to make it happen by taking your support of Bear and BGO live. If you and some friends are the real deal as far Bear and Co., in other words a real BSG fan, it's very likely I think, that you would dig seeing Bear. His music made such an impact on the show. To state what is obvious: BSG would not be the BSG we love without Bear.

Did you hear the NPR piece on Bear and the band and their playing live? Here is the link. NPR Music on BSG's Bear McCreary and his live, sellout Shows

I will be back later to talk more about Bear and the Orchestra and the LIVE gigs they have lined up in  San Diego at the upcoming geek event of the year--ComicCon! (which is killing me because <sob> I cannot be there.)

From Battlestar Galactica Orchestra site -

"Bear McCreary’s score for “Battlestar Galactica” honors, absorbs and transforms the traditions of classical, popular and cultural music from around the world.  Within his score, massive Japanese taiko ensembles struggle to overpower arsenals of Scottish bagpipes.  The wistful strains of erhu and duduk are set against string orchestra and rock band.  A lush piano sonata lulls one moment, a bluesy and distorted dobro energizes the next.  Armenian text is sung gently over images of bloodshed, while Indian-inspired melodies intertwine with heavy metal."

So check out the brand fraking new Battlestar Galactica Orchestra site and make sure to stop by the forum to say hi-- and then go blog about it! Twitter about it. Just spread the word that you'd love if the Battlestar Galactica Orchestra would come to your area to play LIVE.

True Blood Season 2 - Small Spoilers - Humourous Commentary - 2 Sneak Peeks E16 - Maryann & Sam - Lafayette & Tara

I have to be frank and say that except for Alan Ball's answers the info below is old territory covered. I even  got the distinct feeling that the interview was conducted awhile ago. That, or the interviewer is not watching the show. Regardless, Alan Ball seems always able to put an amusing spin on his answers so that even if the questions are kinda stale which these were, you get something worth reading in his answers. I've excised the teeny tiny bit of new information if you could call it that, from what the lovely Deborah Ann Woll and the very cute Sam Trammell said and bolded a couple of good bits. Sam (so handy that both the actor and the character he plays have the same first names) alludes to an "insane" scene done "recently" and considering how a few scenes played out in Book 2 of the Sookie Stackhouse series, if the True Blood writers go that way it has to be totally insane in it's rendering. Looking forward to it. It should be very, very big and very, very bad. :D

Q&A with Deborah Ann Woll (Jessica Hamby)

Q: Jessica didn't want to become a vampire, and now she's a part of this vampire family. I take it she'll have some adjustment problems.

About the character of Jessica: "It's a whole new world. She has to deal with everything you have to deal with as a 17-year-old girl, and on top of that, she can kill people, which is maybe not such a good thing to add with a teenage temper." 

Q: Does her dramatic relationship will Bill settle down eventually, or does it remain more of a strained situation? 

A:It settles down as much as a father-daughter relationship ever does. Is that mysterious enough for you? 

Deborah Ann Woll - Photo credit: HBO

Q&A with executive producer Alan Ball 

Q:What genre of television would you say True Blood is, if you had to pick just one? 

A: Drama. We don't have an actual sign in the writers room that reads, "It's the emotions, stupid," but we might as well. We feel like we have to keep these characters rooted in some sort of emotional reality because otherwise, it's a parade of special effects and set pieces. Last season True Blood was very Southern Gothic and grounded in Bon Temps, La. This season seems more of an epic vampire family saga.

"Are we leaving Bon Temps for good? I'm working with source material, so I'm following the books.The show gets a little bigger in scope this year, but it always remains rooted in Bon Temps." -- Alan Ball

That's where Sookie lives, that's where Bill lives, that's where all our major characters live. They may go out of town for this reason or that reason, but they'll always come home. 

Q: Sometimes people on this show are just covered in blood—the first episodes are so graphic. Are you going for a comic-book look for the show? Are you going for a specific visual type? 

A:The reality of the fictional world of vampires is that it's bloody. Blood is everywhere, they feed on it, and they feed on people when they are having sex, so it's a messy world. If you're a vampire you're not going to want an all-white house. You're going to need a lot of Scotchgard. 

Q&A with Sam Trammell (Sam Merlotte)  In re: his favourite scene this season:

"We did a scene recently that was so crazy. I don't even know how to describe it. I don't know how it's going to come out, it's just insane. The writers are crazy; they're not playing it safe at all this year. They're taking huge chances. If you could think of the craziest possible thing that could happen in a fantastical world of vampires and creatures, you'd have to double it to figure this out. It's really crazy. I hope it's good."--Sam Trammell

Source: E!

After the jump: Lafayette and Tara - Episode 16 Sneak Peek

VIDEOS: Nurse Jackie - 2 Sneak Peeks - Episode 1.06 (Mondays/Showtime) Photo Stills

'Afraid to Cry' Dr. O’Hara facetiously encourages Zoey’s overly sympathetic instincts.

Nurese Jackie 1.06 - TINY BUBBLES Jackie is caught off-guard when a nurse (Judith Ivey) she used to work with, who is dying of lung cancer, asks Jackie to help end her life. Meanwhile, Coop’s mother (Blythe Danner) is admitted with a gall bladder attack. We learn that he is the only son of lesbians…a fact that delights Jackie and O’Hara.

Written By: Rick Cleveland Directed By: Craig Zisk

Nurse Jackie Pop Two-tone Mug

VIDEOS: Nurse Jackie - 2 Sneak Peeks - Episode 1.06 Photo Stills

"Amazing Chemistry'

Coop, convinced that he's finally figured it out, confronts Jackie about their 'amazing chemistry.'

Nurse Jackie Season 1 -  Promo Photos: Episodes 1 thru 12 *Showtime Copyright*

'Afraid to Cry' Dr. O’Hara facetiously encourages Zoey’s overly sympathetic instincts.

Nurse Jackie: episode 1.06 - TINY BUBBLES

Jackie is caught off-guard when a nurse (Judith Ivey) she used to work with, who is dying of lung cancer, asks Jackie to help end her life. Meanwhile, Coop’s mother (Blythe Danner) is admitted with a gall bladder attack. We learn that he is the only son of lesbians…a fact that delights Jackie and O’Hara.

Written By: Rick Cleveland Directed By: Craig Zisk

True Blood Update! (3.13.10) - S2XE4 - ' Shake and Fingerpop ' Preview - Plus Sneak Peeks #1, #2, #3

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Shake and Fingerpop (US Orig airing 7/12/09, UK airs 19.03.10)

With Jessica in tow, Bill and Sookie head to Dallas to carry out Eric's vampire-reconnaissance mission - but a surprise awaits them at the airport. At the Light of Day Institute, Jason falls victim to a practical joke, but has the last laugh when the Newlins anoint him for a higher calling. Maryann throws a birthday party for Tara, attracting much of Bon Temps to its Bacchanalian revelry. Sam postpones his departure from town to attend the bash, connecting with Daphne in the process.

True Blood "Shake and Fingerpop" Sneak Peek #1 Tara & Lafayette

It's good to see Lafayette cleaned up and sounded feisty, if exhausted. He's still as insightful as ever, turning the tables on just who needs whom  in this scene with his cousin, Tara.

True Blood episode 204, “Shake and Fingerpop”  (US Orig airing 7/12/09, UK airs 19.03.10)

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True Blood Season 2 Episode 4 - Learning to Glamour
Bill teaches Jessica how to glamour.

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True Blood Season 2 Episode 4 - Bill Gets a Surprise

Bill and Sookie come home to find Jessica and Hoyt having fun.

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True Blood "Shake and Fingerpop" Sneak Peek #3 Eric and Bill

In  Sneak Peek #3 (above) we've got Eric and Bill discussing "Godric" whom I believe is Eric's maker--though he has yet to reveal that to Bill. If I recall this is at least the second time he's proclaimed that Godric is 1000 years-old, mighty, and since he appears to have been "taken" that "no (vampire) is safe."
The Bill-Eric dynamic is growing on me as they seem to be growing on one another. Frenemies perhaps? Bill was quite effusive when assessing Eric's recent new haircut and did not hesitate to seek Eric's help in saving Sookie after she was attacked by the "bull-headed thing."

True Blood "Shake and Fingerpop" Sneak Peek #2  Sam & MaryAnn

Maryann really has a special way of cutting a man down to size. Here she uses her sharp tongue on Sam.

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True Blood Spoiler Round Up (Part 1) *SPOILERS* *PHOTOS*

HBO seems to be Twittering sites to which HBO-backed spoilers are being reported. I'll round them up and gather them here. Just a few minutes ago I revised another True Blood spoilers post (Part 2) to add a great deal more detail. Game on, baby!

(In Dallas)

“Isabel" (Valerie Cruz, right) runs with the Dallas vampires, but she kind of becomes friends with both Bill and Eric,” Valerie described of her role. “And she likes Sookie. [Isabel] has a penchant for humans, and she’s sensitive to this love story they have.”

Jason Stackhouse (Ryan Kwanten): Soon to repay the vampires for his wrongdoing.

Source:Zap2it via HBO on Twitter

I agree with Korbi (see pic below) that Stephen Moyer seems a delightful, gorgeous man and it especially shows when he's "himself" sans the whiteface and red-rimmed eyes (Note: becoming a vampire, one of the un-dead, ruins even great looks sometimes). I think Eric can do being a vamp cute-wise 'cos Eric is fair and the red-rimmed eyes just come across in a more flattering way on a really fair person. Jessica ( (Deborah Ann Woll) and Pam pull it off very well, too. 

Jessica (Deborah Ann Woll) Episode 4 (HBO)




From Korbi:via HBO Twitter

Q:Any scoop on... Lafayette's fate? 
A:... What I know for sure is that Eric's blood brings our boy Lafayette back to fighting form. We'll see the happy-go-lucky guy we loved last season once again.

Q:I love the idea of Hoyt and Jessica on "True Blood"!

A: Hoyt loves the idea too. Jessica's into it as well, but I don't think she's exactly a one man kind of (vamp)... not just yet anyway.

Am I imagining the overwhelming sexual tension between Jason Stackhouse and the preacher's wife on "True Blood"? Is something going to happen with that? 
No to the former. Yes to the latter. Keep watching, you're not waiting for nothing.

EDIT/That had to be the dumbest Q evar.:p

Q:Sookie and Eric! Is Alan Ball going to completely ignore that storyline from the book series? 
A:Nope. When I spoke to Stephen Moyer about what's coming up with S&E, he got a little jealous. I think he was joking... for the most part.

I read on Twitter that you weren't a big fan of last week's "True Blood" episode. It was a little disappointing compared to the first two.
No worries, they step it back up this coming Sunday...

Korbi at SAG Foundation's "True Blood" event with Stephen Moyer, which she moderated a couple weeks ago. 

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince - 6 New Clips 'Chosen One' 'Not That Old' 'I Know What You Did' *SPOILERS*

"But I Am the Chosen One"

There are never-before bits of scenes in this bunch, though to be fair there is much overlap from what has been already released. Certainly the new stuff is compelling. I mean who does not want to see that snooty Draco Malfoy get SPOILER!!!! zapped by Harry Potter, right? I'm still uber excited about seeing the film in it's entirety as well as grateful (you'll find out why soon enough) to have some context to the soundtrack.

"He's Not That Old"

"I'd Like You To See It"

"I Know What You Did"

"Love Potion"

"Forbidden Magic"

Meet Bill Compton's Maker -True Blood Q's and A's *SPOILERS* - NEW! Season 2 Promo Pics*

The lady in the foreground is Bill Compton's maker, "Lorena" (Mariana Klaveno).

Accordingly to HBO's character thumbnail "although they parted ways some time ago she still manages to retain some type of hold over him."

In the background you can see a dapper-looking gentleman at the piano who it turns out, is Mr. Bill himself (below).

Below I believe is the modern day incarnation of Lorena.

You can see more photos of Lorena in the set below.

Carrie Preston, who plays Arlene Fowler, says, "The second-season finale is only two weeks after the end of the first season." She's pictured above with Todd Lowe, whose nuanced portrayal of the psychically scared war vet with great insights both into himself and others is quite a pleasure to behold. It's super that his very minor though memorable "Terry Bellefleur" seems to be getting an expanded role in S2. I can't help but root for this guy to not experience any more grief.

That said, here he is with Arlene, who goes through men like a mainstreaming vamp goes through Trublood, so I'm feeling kind of doubtful that Arlene is going to fulfill his high expectations.

I'm wondering if their scene (above) is taken from Tara's birthday party thrown by Maryann(!) at Sookie's whilst Sookie is doing Eric's bidding in Dallas?

In the storyline that I'm least interested in, it looks (above) as if Sarah (Anna Camp) and Steve Newlin (Michael Mcmillian) are beginning to show their true colours (below).

 

*Not all the pics are brand new though they are from upcoming episodes. Thanks to The ODI!

Q: Spill me some news on True Blood, especially about that gorgeous Jason Stackhouse.

A: True Blood star Ryan Kwanten tells us that Jason and his sister, Sookie, won't be separated forever: "There will be [a reunion between the Stackhouse siblings] and quite an electric one, too, where we gang up for the greater good."

Q: When do we finally get to see this badass vampire Godric on True Blood?
A: We've been waiting patiently for this mysterious vampire-of-all-vampires too, and the wait is almost over. Godric (Allan Hyde) pops up in the July 19 episode, along with his lieutenants Stan (Eureka's Ed Quinn) and Isabel (Valerie Cruz). Valerie tells us, "Isabel runs with the Dallas vampires, but she kind of becomes friends with both Bill and Eric. And she likes Sookie. [Isabel] has a penchant for humans, and she's sensitive to this love story they have."

Q: I need some True Blood info!
A: Carrie Preston, who plays Arlene, says, "The second-season finale is only two weeks after the end of the first season. Things get crazy in Bon Temps, Louisiana, I'll tell you that." Wait, Arlene doesn't die, does she? "Not so far!"

Source: E! Online Blood star Ryan Kwanten tells us that Jason and his sister, Sookie, won't be separated forever: "There will be [a reunion between the Stackhouse siblings] and quite an electric 

2 NEW Harry Potter Clips! 'Who's The Half-Blood Prince?' 'Field Confrontation' - NEW Scenes - HBO First Look

 

Oooh, this clip, "Field Confrontation" is superb. Bellatrix Lestrange (the always fun-to-watch Helena Bonham Carter) is at her Lestrangest. I get goosebumps watching this. The actors, the set--the score. Magnificent. As I've said as I've happily posted the dozen or so trailers, promos, clips, sneak peeks, what have you ove the past few months,"Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince"/Book 6 of 7 in the Harry Potter series by JK Rowling, is my favourite Harry Potter book. 

Scope Out The Short HBO "First Look"

If you scroll down and watch thetwo-part HBO First Look you get an inkling of the care that went in to the making of this film. Everyone seems on top of their game and though the expression we are "like family" certainly has been overused I think not in this case where you have the actors returning time and again all the more experienced at inhabiting their characters and refining those character's relationships.This is going to be an excellent film. Don't skip past the HBO clips as they have scenes not in any of the trailers thus far--truly new scnes in the HBO short First Look below.

Yes, who is the "Half-blood Prince?" If you read the book you'll know. Even if you have watched a particular character in the films you may suspect. I truly am glad that I finally gave in and read the books, not only to understand more completely what my son was talking about but because they were quite a treat and they've made anticipating the films all the more enjoyable.

The "Extremely Dangerous" clip is after the jump. It has quite a bit of overlap with previously released clips but there is a brand-new shot of the Weasley Twins' Joke Shop.

UPDATE! 5.4.10 The vamp-ish side of Deborah Ann Woll - " Jessica " - Video - Interview - Titles - Extended Plot Details Episodes 2x08 (20) thru 2x12 (24)

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The best interview yet of Deborah Ann Woll, "Jessica" on True Blood is here. It's not spoiling anything to mention that Jessica is still "alive" throughout Season 2. I'm happy because I think she's simply radiant. Woll's range, from petulant and violent vamp teenager to smitten girl-never-kissed to sad and lonely vamp child is a sight to behold. Take a look at the video above for the vamp-ish side of Deborah Ann Woll.

EDIT/ May 4 2010

An HBO tweet pointed me to Ausiello where I found this really extended though cryptic, bunch of True Blood "extended loglines." Apparently, Ausiello has the hook-up. I think HBO should give the hook-up on True Blood to a struggling female writer.

"Episode 2x07 - Release Me
Betrayed by Daphne, Sam finds himself in an unenviable predicament at the hands of Maryann and her wild-eyed minions. Imprisoned with Hugo in the F.O.T.S. church, Sookie uses her telepathic powers to reach out to Bill, who’s being detained at the hotel by a stubbornly obsessive Lorena. After crossing a line with the Newlins, a fearful Jason tries to sever his ties with the Fellowship of the Sun, but gets plenty of resistance from Steve and his enforcer Gabe.

OMG, so we know Daphne is eeeevil already! And Sam gets captured by Maryann and her "wild-eyed minions"!? In fact it looks, from reading through the "extended loglines" for S2 True Blood eppys 2X07 through 2X12, like Sam is going to be in lock-up for the rest of this season, which, it bears repeating, is only supposed to take place in a 2-week, just-after-Season 1 timeframe.

Sookie and Jason in trouble is par for the course. And we knew that the Newlins were dreadfully bad.

Episode 2x08 - Timebomb
Sookie’s captivity takes an unexpected turn when Eric arrives to do his master’s bidding on the eve of the Fellowship’s lockdown. In Bon Temps, Sam finds himself in hot water after making a gruesome discovery at Merlotte’s, and Andy proves no help in coming to his defense. Sent home by Bill, Jessica and Hoyt learn that when it comes to sex, every time is the first time. Tara and Eggs devour a mysterious meal prepared by Maryann, with unexpected results (Tara and Eggs get physical). After Jason pays off his debt to the vampires, Godric looks to enlighten his more single-minded followers.

Episode 2x09 - I Will Rise Up
A wounded Eric plays Sookie for a sucker (BIG difference from what I had!) to Bill’s dismay ending up getting inside her head. Later, Sookie and Jason bond over their recent adventures. Blaming Eggs for Tara’s bruises and bizarre behavior, Lafayette and Lettie Mae try to figure out a way to pry their kin from Maryann’s clutches. Hoyt defends his relationship with Jessica to Maxine, to no avail. Jailed by Bud along with a group of Bon Temps revelers, Sam looks for a way to escape and avoid capture by an increasingly obsessed Maryann. In Dallas, Eric and the vampires defend their recent actions to Nan Flanagan and are shocked when Godric decides to take the fall for their PR disaster.

Episode 2x10 - New World in My View
Sookie, Bill, and Jason return to a Bon Temps turned upside down by Maryann. Lured to Merlotte’s by Arlene, Sam and Andy find cold comfort in their refuge from a group of bloodthirsty revelers. Bill discovers that traditional vampire techniques don’t work on Maryann; Hoyt and Jessica try to keep a lid on Maxine’s madness; and Sookie tries to push through the darkness consuming Tara. With all hell breaking loose, Jason takes the bull by the horns to rescue Sam, at least for the moment.

Whoa! Arlene is back on the wrong side. Bitch. Wonder if she went back to work at Merlotte's just to be on the inside of taking down the shifters and vamps.

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What is the deal with Jason "taking the bull by the horns"?

Episode 2x11 - Frenzy
With the crisis in Bon Temps careening out of control, Bill seeks out the advice of Sophie-Anne (Evan Rachel Wood), the Vampire Queen of Louisiana, but must exercise patience before she gives him critical information.

Meanwhile, Sookie and Lafayette find that protecting Tara from herself is more difficult than they anticipated; a desperate Sam turns to an unlikely source for assistance; and Jessica tests Hoyt’s allegiance to Maxine.

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This sounds great--all of it.

In Episode 2x11, "the crisis in Bon Temps is careening out of control" and "all hell is breaking loose," The  True Blood Season 2 finale ending especially was super-awesome. It had a lot of screen time for Sam Trammell as Sam Merlotte who was was superb both as an actor and as the heroic character we saw him be.

Update/ True Blood - Episode 2x12 - I Will Rise Up

Bon Temps reaches a fever pitch as Maryann prepares for her ultimate bestial sacrifice, conscripting Sookie to be Maid of Honor at the bloody nuptials. Meanwhile, Sophie-Anne warns Eric to keep the lid on Bill’s inquisitiveness; Jason leads Andy into the heroic abyss; and Hoyt struggles with Maxine’s endless stream of insults. Deliberating on what may be his final move to save Sookie and the town, Sam places his trust, and his life, in a most unlikely ally.

True Blood Magazine Photo Shoot - *PHOTOS* *VIDEO*

Sam Trammell - True Blood's "Sam Merlotte"

Stephen Moyer and Anna Paquin - True Blood's "Bill & Sookie 

EW shoot June, 2009 True Blood cast: Sam Trammell, Ryan Kwanten, Rutina Wesley, Nelsan Ellis

I get the impression that the cast was undecided whether they were being photgraphed in character or a as "themselves." It's seems for sure that Nelsan Ellis is in no way emulating "Lafayette." Both Anna Paquin and Rutina Wesley look quite silly in the shoes they are wearing. For Rutina espcially it appears as if she's going to keel over at any time and Ryan Kwanten is her steading force. OTOH, Stephen Moyer (Vampire Bill) looks like Bill would look I suppose, if out in full sunlight--sans the crispy burning thing goin' on. I must say that Sam Trammell's good looks are hidden behind all the hair he sports in his True Blood identity as Sam Merlotte. With the wind machine blowing in the photoshoot he looks very handsome indeed. Inside Entertainment Weekly’s ‘True Blood’ Cast Photo Shoot Full article after jump.

True Blood S2XE3 - Andy and the Pig - Marianne ' s Party Screen Caps (NSFW)

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Andy and the Pig - Marianne's Party click to be taken to my album.

Photo Album: Some pages are of a mature nature with upper chest male and female nudity and a quick full monty from a really unattractive man (I call double standard!).

True Blood Cast EW Photo Shoot - June 2009 - *PHOTOS* *VIDEO*

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I get the impression that the cast was undecided whether they were being photgraphed in character or a as "themselves." It's seems for sure that Nelsan Ellis is in no way emulating "Lafayette." Both Anna Paquin and Rutina Wesley look quite silly in the shoes they are wearing. For Rutina espcially it appears as if she's going to keel over at any time and Ryan Kwanten is her steading force. OTOH, Stephen Moyer (Vampire Bill) looks like Bill would look I suppose, if out in full sunlight--sans the crispy burning thing goin' on.

I must say that Sam Trammell's good looks are hidden behind all the hair he sports in his True Blood identity as Sam Merlotte. With the wind machine blowing in the photoshoot he looks very handsome indeed.

Inside Entertainment Weekly’s ‘True Blood’ Cast Photo Shoot

Full article after jump

True Blood S2 E3 'Scratches' Screen Caps - Daphne & Sam, Bill, Eric, Sookie, Dr. Ludwig

True-Blood.net, the Original Fansite for True Blood on HBO, is doing a fabulous job with screen caps this season. There are literally thousands. Per episode. :)

I have to point this out. Sorry but unless Daphne here has somehow mesmerized Sam plus anyone who looked at her from behind, those awful gouges (scratches--last in the series above) on her back would have been so very visible. Look at them! They are huge and they have ridges that protrude! And ick. 

Worse, are the Sookie shots which actually seem pretty realistic in the hyper-gore department. They remembered to have her heal completely from the current and past injuries (so facial bruising completely healed now--helpful!)

But, I'm not suspending disbelieve with Daphne and the really impossible-to-miss (even with a shirt on) scars on her back which seem to go nearly to the bottom of her shoulder blade. It ( they?) would have been visible in the shot before she took off her blouse if they had panned there. They did but only from a distance. 

I'm overlapping in my posting among the three websites I write which feature True Blood. The one where eventually I want everything is at thetruebloodblog.com.

This will have all that plus additional original material.Lots of migrating to do, yet.

True-Blood.net put literally thousands of screen caps for me to go through to pick out a few as example of how wonderful a job they did--I spent like 7-8 hours. But they are awesome and now I have to learn how. I'm so bad with software though.:p

I no way, no how can make as many, either. And I thought it was time-consuming going through  LOST Media at just under 1000 frames per hour-long episode. But it's really quite fun. Must teach self. 

Cheers!

Cyn

(much more to come later, though probably at http://thetruebloodblog.com/.)

True Blood Episode 15 - 'Scratches' HBO Video - S2E3 Screen Caps - S2E3 - Eric and Bill Bare Fangs - "Pam's New Pumps"

 

 

The “Pam’s New Pumps” scenes were two of the most lighthearted scenes in Episode 3 of Season 2, ‘Scratches’ otherwise a pretty dark eppy.

I love screen caps as inevitably I’ll miss details. Admittedly I usually watch each episode of True Blood twice to start off but just the same…love, love love that in these scenes our pretty in pink Pam is wearing shredded stockings, a soiled blouse, leaves stuck in her hair and gracious! has ruined her new pumps! All because of being ordered–with Chow–to investigate the place on the backwoods road where Sookie was attacked by the “bull-headed thing.”

This is a very amusing sequence after in which Sookie's misfortune--the deep,long tears on her back inflicted by the "bull-horned thing," have put Eric into a vampiric-near-frenzy. The look on his face as he observes Dr. Ludwig at work on Sookie is one of animal hunger and it is ferociously funny.

Capped by and thanks to true-blood.net!

True Blood S2E3 Screen Caps " Pam ' s New Pumps "

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The "Pam's New Pumps" scenes were two of the most lighthearted scenes in Episode 3 of Season 2, 'Scratches' otherwise a pretty dark eppy.

I love screen caps as inevitably I'll miss details. Admittedly I usually watch each episode of True Blood twice to start off but just the same...love, love love that in these scenes our pretty in pink Pam is wearing shredded stockings, a soiled blouse, leaves stuck in her hair and gracious! has ruined her new pumps! All because of being ordered--with Chow--to investigate the place on the backwoods road where Sookie was attacked by the "bull-headed thing."

True-Blood.net, the Original HBO True Blood Fansite is doing a fabulous job with screen caps this season. There are literally thousands. Per episode.