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‘Heroes’ Season 2, out on DVD Aug. 26

Rosemary — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 20:48:48 +0000

Untold stories, deleted scenes, alternate endings, sneak peaks — all these await on the eagerly anticipated ‘Heroes ‘ disc.

I have to say, I love this show — though I didn’t like season 2 as much as season 1. However, I may have to snag this, maybe those alternate endings were better? I didn’t even catch the season finale.

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‘The Closer’ returns July 14

Rosemary — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:36:57 +0000

I love this TV show and recently got an advance copy of the season premiere — I have to say, it’s pretty darn good.

Not wanting to give too much away, the episode puts the LA Priority Homicide Division and its Deputy Chief, Brenda Leigh Johnson (Kyra Sedgwick) in the midst of a California wildfire, with suspicious origins.

It also brings back Irish actor Jason O’Mara as Bill Croelick — a pyromaniac and thorn in Brenda’s side.

While still focusing on interesting crimes — in a ripped-from-the-headlines, “Law & Order” kind of way — this season will also focus heavily on Brenda’s personal life, specifically her upcoming wedding to FBI agent Fritz Howard (Jon Tenney).

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The best American Idol ever

Rosemary — Thu, 22 May 2008 15:17:36 +0000

Mariska Hargitay people.

I thought last night’s show was the best “American Idol” ever, possibly the best concert ever.

I mean, pairing David Cook and ZZ Top? Totally brilliant.

Almost every moment of the show worked, from the performances of the Top 12 with stars like Donna Summer and (OMG!) Bryan Adams to the video presentations | from the wisdom of the Guru Pitka to Galdys Knight and her unexpected Pips.

To cap it all off, Cook wins. I was positive Archuleta was going to take the title, but Cook was a great choice. Can’t wait to see the concert.

Mariska Hargitay.

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Calling all ‘Jericho’ fans

Rosemary — Fri, 02 May 2008 19:31:05 +0000

I hear there’s a movement to save the show and I want to write about it.

If you’ve never heard of “Jericho,” it’s a CBS drama set in a small Kansas town that survives a severe nuclear attack on the United States. Great ensemble cast. One of the best dramas on TV.

Would love to talk to some local, Eagle-Tribune circulation area fans who are passionate about seeing the show return for a second season.

Please post or drop me a line at rford@eagletribune.com.

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Is it me, or have the ’90s returned?

Rosemary — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 16:23:20 +0000

NKOTB reunites (or, New Kids On The Block for the tragically unhip).

The X-Files live again in a movie.

Sex in the City will also see a comeback in a movie.

A Clinton is running for office.

And 90210 is set to return to the tube.

This is weird, right?

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Celebrity chefs

Rosemary — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 21:53:49 +0000

I have a friend who calls cooking shows “food porn” and I have to say — she’s totally right.

I’ve watched people make amazing dishes on these TV shows. I think the point is to get you to make it yourself at home.

I think I’ll stick to toast — and perhaps my specialty — burnt scrambled eggs.

I used to think I was alone in my lack of culinary skill –then I saw professional chefs make Gordon Ramsey hurl on Hell’s Kitchen recently.

I mean really, even I know white chocolate, caviar and scallops can’t be good.

If I had to pick a favorite chef, I think it would have to be Tom Colicchio. He looks like a man who can cook, as well as eat.

What do you think?

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Support Ashley Arillotta!!

Rosemary — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 21:51:21 +0000

Just got this note from a reader named Danielle:

Hi! I love your story about Ashley and wanted to see if you could get your readers to support her on the America’s Prom Queen section of the website: http://abcfamily.go.com/abcfamily/path/section_Shows+AmericasPromQueen/page_Blogs

People are voicing their support for the contestants and I want Ashley to get all the support she deserves!!

I’ll go to the site, Danielle — hopefully others will too . . .

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Prom queen drama

Rosemary — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:05:54 +0000

Last night’s episode was heavy on the drama.

I felt like the judges set up everyone’s criticism of Macy, and then punished the contestants for it — everything seemed a little unfair. I was a little surprised they didn’t say something about it to the North Andover contestant, Ashley Arillotta.

I’m not saying Macy deserved the harsh criticism — but in truth, neither did Samantha.

What did you think?

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What’s so great about prom?

Rosemary — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:20:34 +0000

Kyle recently made this comment on my “North Andover’s Prom Queen” post and I feel like it deserves more discussion:

I don’t get the obsession with prom and prom queens. Maybe it’s a girl thing. Whatever, no one watches ABC Family anyway.

I think the obsession comes from Prom being a right of passage. Prom Queen? Who doesn’t like to win things. That’s my take.

What do you guys think?

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North Andover’s Prom Queen

Rosemary — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 21:06:54 +0000

For those of you who’ve missed the stories, here’s the scoop: North Andover High senior Ashley Arillotta is competing on the reality show “America’s Prom Queen.”
Arillotta threw her tiara into the ring with 10 other girls on the ABC Family show. Last week, she competed in a fashion challenge — she had to design a dress and work the runway with a partner.
This week, her dancing will be tested. Rumor has it, there was some dress drama and a near wardrobe malfunction (nothing Jackson-esque).
Are you watching? What did you think of tonight’s episode? Let me know.

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