Movie Night In - DVD Recommendations

There are some great films out on DVD so if you haven't seen them already, now is your chance!

Vicky Christina Barcelona: One of Woody Allen's better films, this one is actually set in Barcelona to change things up a bit. The premise is simple, two American friends played by Scarlett Johansson and Rebecca Hall are visiting Barcelona for a few months. Then mix in a confident seducer played by Javier Bardem and a fiery Penelope Cruz and you get a fantastic journey of self discovery and a look into the meaning of what defines love and passion. You also see some fantastic Barcelona scenery along the way! This film is definitely worth adding to the queue.

Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist: This story deals with high schoolers but anyone can reminisce their high school years by watching this movie. The task of trying to find the location where their favorite band is playing a secret show in New York City leads all of the characters on a crazy night. Nick and Nora, who are played by Michael Cera and Kat Dennings, are a perfect match based on their playlists but will both of their exes, the search for a very drunk best friend, and many other unplanned events let them be together? I thought this was a fun film and I could definitely relate to how a night in NYC can end up being more of an adventure than you ever planned it to be.

Zack and Miri Make A Porno: You can check out the review I wrote earlier when this film was still in theaters for all the details. Now you can rent it or own it on DVD.

Nights in Rodanthe: I haven't viewed this one yet, but if you are a romantic and enjoy watching the pairing of Richard Gere and Diane Lane this looks like a good choice. With Valentine's Day coming up this might be the perfect selection to add to your queue or to give to someone special.

Spectacle: Elvis Costello with Jenny Lewis, She & Him, and Jakob Dylan Episode Airs Tonight!

A while back I wrote about the episode of Elvis Costello's new variety/talk show, Spectacle, featuring Jenny Lewis, She & Him, and Jakob Dylan as the guests. I had the honor of being in the audience for the taping of this episode and have been eagerly waiting to find out when it will be airing on TV. Well the wait is over! The episode airs tonight, February 11th at 9pm on the Sundance Channel. It is a great show so be sure to watch if you can!

Here is a link with all the details on the episode and when it is airing on Sundance Channel: http://www.sundancechannel.com/films/500329312

LOST!

One of the best shows on television is back! Lost returns to ABC for its fifth season starting Wednesday, January 21st. I can't wait to see wear this season takes us!

One of the reasons I love this show so much is the roller coaster ride it has been. Each season has gone in completely different (and usually unexpected) directions. There are often more questions than answers, there are theories that seem utterly impossible that make more sense as you delve deeper into the story, and in one instant everything changes completely. I don't think there is any other show that has shocked me more often with where the story leads you. No character is safe but that doesn't mean you won't see them again as the story goes on, especially with the use of flashbacks and now flash-forwards.

There is no easy way to summarize this show and what has happened so far. The best is to start viewing the previous seasons on DVD and experience it for yourself. For those of us who have been watching from the start, it is almost hard to remember the simplicity we thought we were getting into when the show premiered. It is far more complex than just a bunch of people who's plane crashes onto an island. But that is how it all begins.

Anyway, it is never too late to get Lost! Trust me when I say that once you start watching you will not want to miss an episode! Wednesdays are even better now that this show is on the schedule again!

The Return of Friday Night Lights to NBC

I am overjoyed that the third season of Friday Night Lights is now airing on the NBC Friday night line up at 9pm ET. This season has already aired on Direct TV and this is the first time it will be airing on NBC for everyone to be able to enjoy.

Friday Night Lights is one of those rare quality shows on TV right now. It has amazing acting, people dealing with realistic problems in realistic ways (with a small exception made for the Landry storyline in Season 2), an ensemble of characters that you actually care about, and the best part is that you don't have to love football to love this show. There is true heart involved in each storyline.

I am not alone in my opinion that Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton portray one of the best married couples to grace the screen. The fact that they have not been nominated for any awards for their performances it truly a tragedy. It only reflects how awards and nominations do not always go to the most deserving shows or actors. There are moments where each character get to shine throughout the two seasons that I have seen so far. The entire cast is excellent.

At first, I was hesitant to watch this show because I am not the biggest fan of watching football. So I rented the first season when it was released on DVD. By disc two I went out and bought the whole set to own. I was hooked!

This show has been struggling in the ratings and I do not think that airing it when the majority of its target audience will be out on a Friday night is helping. I can only hope that more people will be watching the show this time around. I would love to get a fourth season!

Now that the third season is starting to air on NBC, I highly recommend renting the first and second season of this excellent show to introduce yourself to these characters in Dillon, Texas. My guess is that you will be rooting for the Panthers in no time!

Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can't Lose!!!!