#cw outpost

[lydia-yougowith-stiles]

This show deserves so much more hype then it currently has. Major spoilers in this clip, but seriously go check out the Outpost on the cw.

[talesofafangirlwithadvr]

September Picks

I know; it’s October 12th and I am only getting to my September picks now. But better late than never and I wanted to share some of my favorites from last month. (Because there were so many great ones to choose from.) 

DOWNTON ABBEY THE MOVIE

It FINALLY happened and you better believe I was there opening weekend in a packed theater of other Downton Abbey fans. (I shouldn’t have been shocked it would have been so hard to get tickets, but maybe I should have planned a head a little better.) Stepping into the theater it felt like it was just yesterday that I saw my “friends” on screen. Sure, there were things I forgot about and should have watched a previously on before going, but as soon as the AMAZING opening/title sequence began, everything came flooding back. AND can we talk about the music. Hearing the Downton Abbey theme in surround sound and a darkened theater was just PERFECT. When I had seen the trailer for the first time I was blown away by hearing the music and it just became even more powerful watching the movie. There was a lot of hype going into this film and I was a little worried how it would go. But it was the perfect ending to the series (although now I’m hearing of a possible sequel??). I loved how they left the characters. They each had a satisfying ending that was just what their characters needed. I would see it again in a heartbeat and you know I am debating about watching the series all over again. 

ALADDIN

Currently Disney is in the midst of making Live Action adaptations of their original classics. From The Jungle Book to Beauty and the Beast, I have been a fan of these new takes on my favorite childhood stories. I like the way they create new story-lines and bring something new (and even more contemporary) to these stories. Once Aladdin came out to DVD we instantly bought it thanks to my sister’s rave review. Then it was put to the test and (of course) compared to the original. I have to say I was very impressed and since watching it the first time, I have watched it/parts of it at times, again since. There was a lot of pressure on Will Smith’s Genie, but I have to say that I really like the Genie he created. It honored Robin Williams but was also him. The music was great and Jasmine’s “Speechless” has instantly become one of my favorites. I really loved her added plot-line of wanting to be Sultan herself and not having to choose a husband. I thought this was fantastic because why wouldn’t she question that. The costumes were cool and the sets really brought you to Agrabah. The humor was great. All round, I would highly suggest watching this film if you’re a fan of the original and haven’t gotten a chance to yet. 

THE OUTPOST

The CW’s Summer Fantasy Show finished its second season this month and I gotta say I definitely liked the first season more, but this season did end on a high note and I hope they get renewed for a third. The cliffhanger we ended on will be really interesting to explore in a third season. If it got renewed for a second then there’s hope for a third, right? (I know that’s not necessarily true, but I am going to give it hope.) This season the beginning dragged a bit for me (which I know I talked about in earlier posts), but when Garrett was welcomed back into the story-line I feel like more began to happen in all other plot-lines. Then in the middle we entered a few eh episodes, but by the end as Gwynn’s brother returned, Tobin and Gwynn grew closer and Garrett traveled to the capitol with Talon, I felt sucked back in. If only more of the episodes were as good as these. Either way I looked forward to watching it over the summer when a lot of stuff goes into repeats. 

PANDORA

Okay, so I have definitely talked about this show a lot this summer, but that’s because I can’t believe how much I enjoyed it. When it started out, I thought I’d give it a go because it seemed right up my ally. While there were times where I felt like I missed an episode (because time passed very fast episode to episode and characters got closer and knew things we didn’t), as the season went on I felt myself longing for the new episode the next week. I haven’t watched too much Sci-Fi and now I feel like I want to. I liked how much we explored this season and all the different adventures the characters went on. The season felt like the start of something bigger because there were standalone events and then as the season progressed a bigger threat came about. There’s a lot of mystery, particularly revolving around Jax, and I like how most of the answers were provided at the end of the season. And then those last few minutes! That reveal! I really want a season 2! Please give it to us CW. We deserve a show like this. There isn’t much like it out there. 

BINGE-ING

THE FLASH

That’s right! Finally caught up on last season! And just in time for the current season to start with past Tuesday. (But you guessed it! Haven’t started it yet, but it’s taped so that’s a good sign.) While Nora wasn’t my favorite character, I do love what she brought to this past season. I thought it was really exciting to have Barry and Iris’ daughter come back from the future and see what’s in store for their future. It was a different kind of season, which was refreshing because often it feels like the same kind of events occur (across all CW superhero shows) It might not help because 22 episodes is a lot. I really loved this year’s incarnation of Wells with Sherloque and how he was constantly correcting people on the correct way of saying it. I liked Caitlin/Killer Frost’s story this season. I just thought it was random when they brought her dad in the second time. Felt like filler. Super upset with Cisco. HOW CAN HE JUST GIVE UP HIS POWERS?? THEY ARE THE BEST AND WE NEED THEM! It will be very interesting to see what happens with this in the current season. Loved Baby Giraffe. Great seeing Iris FINALLY reporting again! Seeing both her and Barry in the field doing their day jobs was great. It felt like old times. I hope they keep that up this season. Overall, season 5 is one of my favorites (especially compared to the last 2 seasons).     

THE WALKING DEAD

My journey with Rick Grimes continued from season 5 to 6 and now 7. It’s hard thinking back where I started this month because so much has happened and I breezed through a lot of these seasons. They are so addicting and before you know it you have watched 6 episodes. Currently Alexandria is teaming up with Hill-top and possibly the Kingdom in their plans to take down the Saviors and Neegan. A lot of loss has happened and I’m starting to know less spoilers because I am getting closer to the current episodes. Can’t wait to continue on!

GOOD LUCK CHARLIE

At the start of another school semester I always love re-watching a sitcom. I can’t really explain why. Maybe it’s the short episodes, needing a laugh, or just watching something familiar. This fall I was drawn back to Good Luck Charlie. Arguably one of the best Disney Channel Shows of all time. (That’s right I said it.) I was very excited to see the complete series on demand and am worried I won’t get past the first season before 10/30 when it says will be its last day up. Watching these old episodes are bringing up some great memories. The episodes still hold up really well and makes me wish I knew the Duncan’s personally. Wish me luck that I get to watch my favorites before the end of October!

RE-WATCH STEPHANIE’S FAVORITES

THAT THING YOU DO!

I’m ending with a segment I’m calling Stephanie’s All-time favorites. (Debating about making this a post all in itself). In the middle of September my sisters and I watched one of my all time favorite movies, That Thing You Do! (1996). This film directed and written by Tom Hanks follows The Wonders, a one-hit wonder band (get the title) as they make it in show business. We all know the story and have seen it before, but there’s something about Hanks’ movie that makes it stand out and one of my favorites. Great cast of characters, amazing music (I can seriously never get sick of the signature song based on the movie title) and so much humor and heart. I can quote A LOT of phrases from this movie. After watching it this time I found a special feature about how the cast went to Asia and performed as the Wonders. They truly were like a rock band. It was so cool to watch. If you have heard of That Thing You Do! and have never seen it now is the time. If you have and haven’t watched it in a while, then watch it! For anyone who has never heard of it I would STRONGLY suggest you check it out. You won’t be sorry. 

[generation-snooze]

i really like the story of the outpost and i really wanna keep going cause it’s just got to get better (plus its the only thing thats airing right now that interests me) but WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK is this supposed to be?