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Worst Finale Cliffhanger

This one – It was almost too easy.

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The Flash season 2 finale started out pretty good. But, by the end, I was furious. My jaw was open, watching in disbelief.

The minute it ended, I looked at Al and I said, “I DID NOT want THAT to happen!!”

I was disgusted. Everyone knows, by now, that going back in time or disrupting the timeline will screw things up, usually in a huge, royal, honking fashion.

Argh.

I tried to understand why Barry went back to save his mother – I really did. But now, because of that on action, it will literally change everything. And I’m so sad. To me, it was really selfish and self-centered of his character to do that.

Oh, well. I’ll still watch season 3, but begrudgingly. This episode will always piss me off!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Favorite Season Finale Cliffhanger

I hadn’t really given much thought to season finales and cliffhangers, but I found one!

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ATTENTION!

SPOILER ALERT!

There are some details in this post that may be spoilers.

If you haven’t watched The Big Bang Theory season 8 finale …

STOP NOW!

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Okay. You’ve been warned.

Here we go!

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The title of this episode was “The Commitment Determination.” It aired on May 7, 2015.

By way of the title, the season finale focuses on everyone’s relationships – Sheldon and Amy, Leonard and Penny, Howard and Bernadette, and Raj and Emily – But all in different ways.

Everyone is facing certain obstacles: Howard and Bernadette want Stuart to move out. Leonard tells Penny that, while drunk, he kissed another woman while on the boat in the North Sea. Raj is having a tough time with Emily’s idea of having sex in a graveyard.

Amy wants to take a break from Sheldon. No surprise there – I would have been immensely frustrated too, on the fifth anniversary of their first date, when Sheldon is debating watching The Flash instead of focusing solely on her. So sad!

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Surprisingly, I teared up at the very end. Right after Amy tells Sheldon that she needs to step back and reevaluate their situation, Sheldon is seen, alone, at his desk. Then, he looks at his Gollum statue, as he opens the drawer and pulls out that symbolic black ring box.

“Well, Gollum, you’re an expert on rings.”

“What do I do with this one?”

End of episode.

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Maybe it was because this episode aired about halfway between my own engagement and wedding. I can’t really explain it, but in spite of all the emotions, I liked this finale / cliffhanger.

I couldn’t wait for season 9 to start!

Did you watch this finale?

What’s your favorite season finale cliffhanger?

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Best Special Effects

This one was really difficult to narrow down. There are so many shows that I watch or have seen that use amazing special effects!

But, I wanted to showcase a series that I haven’t highlighted yet.

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If you haven’t seen Sherlock, it is an amazing show!

I struggled with it, at first. Each episode is 90 minutes long. Al and I would attempt to watch just one episode, and I would fall asleep!

However, once I made it through the first season, I was amped. I wanted to see more!

The premise of the show is a modern adaption of the Sherlock Holmes detective stories, and it’s basically brilliant.

We just watched the Series 4 promo, and my jaw hung open the whole time. I don’t think I can wait until it premieres! I’m ready now!

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The special effects are awesome, among other aspects. My mind is usually blown in some way by the end of each episode. Since each episode is 90 minutes, it’s definitely a bit of a marathon. But trust me, it’s completely worth it!

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The last time I checked, everything was still available on Netflix streaming.

Series 4 is scheduled to premiere at some point in early 2017.

Have you seen Sherlock? What do you think?

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Favorite Sci-Fi Show

I’ll admit, science fiction hasn’t been my favorite genre.

However, thanks to my husband, I’ve been warming up to it over the years.

As I was researching this post, I realized there are quite a few sci-fi shows that I have enjoyed, within the last six years or so:

• Firefly (2002-2003)
• Lost (2004-2010)
• Fringe (2008-2013)
• The multiple Star Trek series (We’re working through Voyager (1995-2001) now, which I like a lot, but TNG [1987-1994] is my personal favorite.)
• The Outer Limits (1995-2002) [Broadcast on the aptly-named Comet channel through our antenna.]
• Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (1997-2002)
• Futurama (1999-2013)
• Jessica Jones (2015-present)
• The Flash (2014-present)
• Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)
• The X-Files (1993-2016)
• Doctor Who (1963-present)
• The Twilight Zone (1959-1964)

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However, there is one that stands out.

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Quantum Leap!

My husband introduced me to this show via Netflix. He was old enough to remember watching several episodes while it was on the air (1989-1993), as well as when it was picked up for syndication.

For me, I’d never heard of it. I recognized Scott Bakula from other shows, but that was it.

I quickly fell in love. I like the concept of time travel, and mash that with history and historical fiction, and you’ve got me hooked.

We stopped watching it on a regular basis because some of the episodes are very sad and depressing. There was one particular episode that made both of us cry!

However, I want to pick it up again and finish the series, one episode at a time. Sad, or not, it’s a really good show!

Have you seen Quantum Leap?

What are your thoughts?

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Favorite TV Cop

Oh, man. If you couldn’t tell already, I really, really like shows with cops!

But, I gotta go with a girl for this one!

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Olivia Benson, portrayed by Mariska Hargitay, from Law & Order: SVU.

She’s as tough as nails. She’s a bad-ass. She can be ruthless!

But, she’s also human. She suffered a lot, which led her to become a cop.

Read her backstory – It’s fascinating.

I love her character! I’ve laughed with her, and definitely cried with her. Seeing her on the screen has heightened my interest in criminal law and law enforcement.

Do you like Law & Order: SVU?

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Favorite TV Villain / Bad Guy

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Ah, yes, Wile E. Coyote.

Always after The Road Runner, coming up with every single possible scheme!

And yet, although he’s a villain, I applaud him for his tireless effort!

He’s been chasing The Road Runner on-screen since 1949, and there’s no sign of him stopping.

Do you have any favorite memories of watching Looney Tunes or Merrie Melodies?

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Favorite Actor Who Seems To Be In Everything

Another easy one.

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Victor Garber has been in so many roles!

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• The Twilight Zone, 1 episode, 1986
• Guiding Light, unknown episodes, 1986
• Law & Order, 1 episode, 1995
• The Outer Limits, 1 episode, 1996
• Frasier, 1 episode, 2000
• The Outer Limits, 1 episode, 2000
• Alias, 105 episodes, 2001-2006
• Will & Grace, 1 episode, 2004
• Ugly Betty, 1 episode, 2007
• Eli Stone, 26 episodes, 2008
• Glee, 1 episode, 2009
• The Flash, 8 episodes, 2014
• The Flash, 4 episodes, 2015
• Legends of Tomorrow, Main Role, 2016-present

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And this isn’t everything! There’s more!

Do you like Victor Garber? Do you have a favorite TV show or episode that he was in?

Until the next headline, Laura Beth 🙂

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Favorite Catchphrase

Finally, an easy one!

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“You got it, dude!”

I love all three of the sisters from Full House!

Until the next headline, Laura Beth