BATTLESTAR GALACTICA Recap: Someone to Watch Over Me

I’m sorry. What?! I just finished watching BATTLESTAR GALACTICA and in theory I’m now supposed to share my thoughts on the episode with all of you in the hopes of spurring a thought provoking discussion. Problem is, I’m not sure what I just watched. I’m certainly left with more questions than answers. Given there’s less than a handful of episodes left it’s a little frustrating, but I’m sure in the end it will be all worth it. Let’s hope so.

Here’s my take on just what went down. I’ll leave it to you to point out the shortcomings of my view on the episode. Deal?

The Cylon biological material being infused into the core structure of the ship continues to serve as a metaphor or rather representation of the integration of the Clyon race aboard Galactica. While the benefits of such an integration is helpful right now, it won’t be enough to save them in the end. The Chief informs Bill, Laura, Lee and Sonja Six that Galactica has only a limited number of jumps left in her until a major catastrophe. The ship is showing signs on instability already with power outages and other electrical failures on a daily basis. Galactica is dying. But the Old Man isn’t ready to give up on the Old Girl just yet.

As for Sonja Six’s presence, well it seems that she has just been elected to the Quorum. Am I the only one that finds it odd that the Cylons are so integrated and accepted that they now are being elected to the Quorum? I understand the acceptance of Tyrol, Tigh, Anders and Tori - these were Cylons people on board Galactica had known for years. But Sonya Six in the Quorum? It struck me as odd. Did she get elected based on a regular election or was there a seat open exclusively for a Cylon representative and that’s how she was elected? (Sometimes I feel so dumb watching this show. Ha!)

The newly elected Sonja states that during the next Quorum meeting, she will be requesting that Boomer is handed over to Cylon custody as they want to try her for treason. If found guilty they plan on executing her, and with no resurrection ship, that would be the end of Boomer. Galen is shocked and devastated. And as we learn through the course of the episode, “shocked” and “devastated” were only two of the many emotions that led Galen Tyrol down a path of destruction. A path that will certainly have effects on the ultimate fate of Galactica.

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THE OFFICE Musical

Now this is talent!  If you’re an fan of THE OFFICE then you don’t want to miss out on this amazing video courtesy of genrocks.  As requested in the video, I’m “forwarding like it’s hot”.

Loved it!  Didn’t you?! Do you part to forward it like it’s hot. Use the “Share This” buttons below to post this on your Facebook page, Send it to Twitter, Digg, etc. And make sure you Yahoo! Buzz it up.

Thanks to Reina for sharing!

30 ROCK: Larry King

Would that I had more goodness to report, but I’ll remember this one primarily as the episode where Liz’s foreign exchange student past finally came to its inevitable “99 Luftballons” nexus, which was admittedly a thing of dweeby, mid-‘80s beauty. It also gave us the hopefully permanent departure of Elisa, with all apologies to Salma Hayek, who proved there are limits even to the awesome powers of Alec Baldwin’s chemistry. Who knew.

And although he’s technically the C story, I will award A story status to Tracy Jordan this week, since his bat-crazy appearance on Larry King saved the entire show for me. As we saw in his single-handed rescue of Lehman Brothers back in “Generalissimo,” this is a man with a plan for every crisis, and here that plan is Thunderdome. Also: freak the geek out. And hide your money in Kenneth. Tracy is so cheerfully adrift in his own sea of absurd that he makes a recap of “Teen Wolf” sound perfectly logical in the context of a promotional appearance on a cable news network, although given his love of werewolves, not all that surprising. In fact, I will give him a solid gold star for being my favorite thing about what has been overall a disappointing season. Devil’s avocado, indeed. (Also good was him leading the on-air treasure hunt for our good friend, guitar icon Peter Frampton, along with spider-face Lutz. I think the thing this season has suffered from most is a lack of exposure for the writing staff in order to focus on Liz and Jack’s personal lives.)

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AMERICA’S BEST DANCE CREW: Dance Decathalon

It all came down to tonight’s performances.  Which two crews had enough to bring them into next week’s finale?  The the final three crews - Quest, Beat Freaks and Fly Khicks - took the stage in a Dance Decathalon in a battle for our votes.  One crew was eliminated and the other two gut a stamp on it with one last dance.  Now it’s time for us to vote.  But first let’s talk about tonight’s show (or last night depending on when you’re reading this).

My apologies for the video.  It’s best I could find on YouTube.

The Beat Freaks

This is the first time in a long time that I wasn’t really into the Beat Freaks.  They were kind of a mess tonight.  Their dancing was all over the place. They were stuck in their heads from beginning to end.  There was this one section when they were “tutting” (is that what it’s called?) and they had all these levels going on, but that was about it for me.  I LOVE the Beat Freaks and I was disappointed they didn’t bring us more.  But they are in the finals and that’s all I could ask for.

On the other hand, Quest Crew - sooo sick tonight! They have so much style and bring so much ingenuity to their routines.  I never know who to watch during Quest routines because everyone is off doing something visually interesting. I am always amazed at what these guys can get their bodies to do. The “tutting” section was again my favorite but some of the flips were crazy tonight too. They killed it tonight. All three judges were on their feet tonight. Nice job, boys! Quest Crew FTW!!!

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Who Made it Through on AMERICAN IDOL?

We are back for another night of IDOL. Three more are moving on and the other nine will be heading home. Will YOUR favorites be moving on?

Kicking things off tonight is another awkward group number. Tonight the kids are trying to get through NeYo’s “Closer”. Adam and Matt opened the number and sounded great together, but the rest of the song was so boring. Between the contestants mugging for the camera and the choral group gone wrong bad vibe, it was kind of a disaster. Isn’t it always with these group numbers? Nick Mitchell and not Normal Gentle showed up for this group routine. We like Normal Gentle.

The first contestant in the Top 12 is….

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I Dare You Not to Smile

Forgive me. I know this isn’t TV related but someone just sent this to me and I had to pass it along. It made me smile and if it can make you smile then my mission is complete.

Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, February 26, 2009

ou know, I totally forgot it was Thursday until someone just now reminded me.  How sad is it that I don’t know the day of the week until I update the TV spotlight.  I’m ready for a little 30 ROCK.  And don’t even get me started about my excitement for tonight’s AMERICA’S BEST DANCE CREW.  I heard good things from those who were at this week’s live taping.

But I must say that I was devastate to learn that THE OFFICE is a repeat again tonight! I thought since the next new episode was going to address Valentine’s Day that it would at least run during the same month as the holiday.  Completely bummed.

Still, lots to choose from.  What does YOUR TV lineup look like tonight?

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
Find out who will be moving on in the competition.  The top guy, the top girl and the person who receives the 3rd most votes will move on to the Top 12. [GMMR: Did you vote in the GMMR poll yet? DOOGIE !!!]

Survivor: Tocantins | 8pm on CBS
“Mama Said There’d be days LIke This”
One tribe faces a tough decision when members discover weakness in their ranks; the devious plan hatched on Exile Island could spark a devastatingly powerful alliance; one castaway is eliminated. [GMMR: Is there'd a real word? ]

Ugly Betty | 8pm on ABC
“Things Don’t Suck”
Betty makes a surprising discovery when a YETI assignment has her and Marc analyzing Mode’s finances; Betty deals with increased attention from Matt and discovers that Henry has posted unexpected news on Facebook. [GMMR: Does anyone get more play than Betty Suarez? She's kind of a tramp.]

30 Rock | 9:30pm on NBC
“Larry King”
Jack thinks about taking his relationship with Elisa to the next level; Tracy’s interview with Larry King sends the city into a panic. [GMMR: Am I the only one that is over Selma Hayek?]

America’s Best Dance Crew | 10pm on MTV
The final three crews - Quest Crew, The Beat Freaks and the Fly Khicks (how are they still there?) - take on dance styles from the history of hip-hop.  [GMMR: A challnege like this makes me wonder how a crew like Dyanmic Edition would have survived.  Face it - it's a hip hop competition people, not just a dance crew competition.]

Burn Notice | 10pm on USA
“Sins of Omission”
A mysterious woman from Michael’s past appears at his loft with a plea to help retrieve her kidnapped son from a black-market trader; Michael tries to befriend a rogue burned agent.

ER | 10pm on NBC
“T-Minus 6″
Dr. Banfield and her husband consider adopting; Dr. Carter tries to jump back into working at County but struggles with new procedures and technology; Sam’s mother (Amy Madigan) comes into the ER. [GMMR: I read that wrong at first and thought it said that Dr. Banfield and her husband were trying to adopt Dr. Carer.  Ha ha!  Anyone watching since Noah Wyle returned? How is it?]

Also playing…

• Secrets of the Furious Five | 8:00pm on NBC: Po instructs a class of eager young students in becoming a dragon master. [GMMR:What the hell is this?  And does it star Howie Mandel?]
  

• Kath & Kim | 8:30pm on NBC:Kath and Phil’s plans for a romantic evening are spoiled; Craig refuses to fund Kim’s new business venture.

• Hells Kitchen | 9:00pm on Fox: The 13 remaining chefs race to feed 50 hungry kids from a football and cheerleading program.

• CSI | 9pm on CBS: TThe team investigates three different cases in one night that seem to be unrelated.

• Eleventh Hour | 10pm on CBS: Dr. Hood must determine how a single 10-minute thunderstorm causes 30 deaths by lightning.

Lots and lots to choose from. What will YOU be watching?

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