TV Review: Shadowhunters Season 3 Episode 1 "On Infernal Ground" [Emz]

So,, the latest Season on Shadowhunters has begun on Freeform (America) and Netflix (UK). This series will be based roughly on the 4th book (City Of Fallen Angels) and possibly the 5th book (City Of Lost Souls).

Here is the Synopsis:

Secrets abound as the Shadowhunters and Downworlders attempt to return to normal following Valentine's death; Clary struggles with keeping her secret about Raziel's wish; Lilith sets a plan in motion as Simon spends time in the Seelie Court.

Brief Explanation of The Episode

This episode kicks off a little while after the Death of Valentine and Cary using the Angel Raziel to bring Jace back to life (unbeknownst to everyone else.) We start with Cary officially becoming a Shadowhunter after ridding the world of Valentine.

Alec is, of course, suspicious following the disappearance and reappearance of his Parabatai rune. Clary tells Jace she wants to tell him what is going on, but Jace says they can't

Luke's Police Partner Ollie finds out about the Shadow world after figuring out that he is a Werewolf and pushes Luke until he stops denying and admits it.

Simon is being held in the Seelie Court and is very confused as to why. Eventually after being pushed she lets him go but only after working him... without telling him what it's all about.

Clary finds her signature Weapon, Double blades she later learns from Luke that the Blades belonged to her mother and father.

We meet Lilith (but not yet by name) who through Possession control a man to kill his wife and then whilst, being searched for by the Shadowhunters after Luke noticing that it was no ordinary murder, Ollie (Luke's Police Partner) tries to arrest him and is knocked out Luke tries to attack also but is knocked away also. The demon climbs out of the human and attacks Clary she is eventually able to kill it using her Anglic Rune, of course, Luke chirps up mentioning that perhaps the blades are not her signature weapons.

Alec learns that Magnus is no longer the High Warlock of Brooklyn following his alliance with the Seelies that fell apart.

Jace is having nightmares of Jonathan trying to kill Clary or telling Jace to kill her. 

Review:

This was a brilliant return for this series, I have been so excited everytime that it gets renewed for another series after the failed movie.

I enjoyed seeing Clary being.. I think the right phrase is 'Badass' during her fight with the demon.

I also laughed at Isabelle's frustration with the Vending Machine and the flirting with a Doctor who helped her get the candy out of the Machine.

After knowing what happens in the books with Jace after his resurrection, I am intrigued to see if Jonathan is in his nightmares or if there is more to it.

Finally, I believe that we haven't seen the last of Lilith, what happened in this episode was just the tip of the iceberg.

I can't wait for the next episode.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 3 "LaWanda: The Book of Burial" [Emz]

On to episode 3 of Black Lightning.

This episode picks up not too long after episode 2 and we begin with the funeral of Lawanda White.

Here is the synopsis:

HOLDING OUT HOPE — As Jefferson Pierce tries to determine if the community can survive without the help of Black Lightning, Anissa starts to come into her own. Meanwhile, Jefferson and Lynn try and figure out their new dynamic. Finally, Jennifer reveals to her parents that she has been grappling with something big.

Review:

The theme of Gang violence is a strong theme throughout this series and continues once again in this episode. Sex is also a theme of this episode.

Following the death of Lawanda White, a march is planned, which Jefferson is against. But both of his girls and his ex-wife plan on attending.

The theme of Sex comes into this episode. Jennifer discusses having sex with her boyfriend and proceeds to inform her parents that she will be having sex with her at the weekend.

Anissa is looking into what is happening to her, she records herself testing out her strength at the city dump. for the reason she is suddenly bulletproof and super-strong. She then meets Grace at the library and gets invited to a costume party. During the costume party he is accused on cheating by her girlfriend. We later learn that she broke up with her.

During the March which, Lyn, Anissa, Jennifer and Khalil attend, Jefferson as Black Lightning stops a shooter, but whilst protecting them, Tobias and his associate, try another attempt. They manage to shoot the Pastor and the bullet goes straight through and hits Khalil.

I enjoyed seeing Anissa testing out her powers but found it emotional seeing Jennifer getting upset over Khalil.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 2 "Lawanda: The Book of Hope" [Emz]

So here we are with episode 2. This episode is called "Lawanda: Book Of Hope."

This episode picks up not too long after the first episode.

Here is the synopsis:

IS HE BACK? — As the community struggles with the violence surrounding them, a glimmer of hope appears: Is Black Lightning back? Lynn Stewart, noticing the changes in the community, is also left wondering. While Jefferson Pierce struggles with his decision, Gambi urges him to take up the mantle once more and return to life as Black Lightning. Anissa and Jennifer try to deal with the aftermath of their jolting experience.

Review:

This episode keeps the recurring themes of Gang Violence, drugs and alcohol. There is also the theme of sexuality as we delve a little deeper into Jefferson's daughters love lives.

Gang violence is shown in quite a but of this episode.

Following the last episode, Jennifer stays at home and gets threatened by a young child that has been sent by Lala. This scares not only Jennifer but also Jefferson and sparks him into going to see Lala, but as himself, not Black Lightning.

We meet Lawanda who is the mother of a missing person who was a former student at the High School. She is asking the question that is on many peoples lips, why did Black Lightning save his children only? She ends up becoming a bit of a Vigilante in order to save her daughter. This results in Lala killing her.

The themes of alcohol are recurring as the pressure of having to act 'perfect' being the Principal's daughter constantly leads Jennifer to act out and drink.

The theme of Sexuality is explored through the love lives of Jefferson's daughters. I mean Jefferson's love life is clearly complicated with his ex-wife but we don't really know much about his daughters. We discover that Anissa has a long term girlfriend and that her parents are aware of her sexuality. Also Jennifer starts a relationship with her friend Khalil.

The death of Lawanda eventually leads Jefferson to become Black Lightning again after feeling guilty for her death as he feels he could have helped.

I think this series grows with each episode and there is more to uncover.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Salvation Series 1 Episode 2 "Another Trip Around the Sun" [Emz]

Hey guys here we are with episode 2! This one is called Another Trip Around The Sun.

This episode continues on more or less where the first episode left off. 

Here is the synopsis:

Darius and Liam work on a theoretically impossible solution to divert the asteroid; Grace risks everything to help Darius; Liam tracks down critical research.

Review:

So Darius and Liam get to work on a solution to stopping or slowing down the asteroid, even though the Government are not sure about it.

Grace is having nightmares of the Asteroid hitting early as she sending her daughter off to Africa. which seems to prompt her into helping Darius more.

There is of course a reporter sniffing around called Amanda (Shazi Raja) who is determined to uncover the truth around the death of Carnahan and she is not backing down.

Harris gives Grace flowers and an all access pass to the investigation into the Asteroid for her birthday (bit of a strange gift if you ask me.)

Darius send Liam to find Dr Croft who has been missing since the previous episode as he needs help with the EM drive.

Grace uses Harris's case to get a code to get access to Uranium for Darius, but when she goes back to bed she doesn't realise that Harris is not actually asleep.

This was an intersting episode from Darius asking the Government for $2 million to help with the asteroid to Liam using the money he was given to help find Dr Croft to get more customers to listen to a reading of Jillians book.

And of course Harris' secrets... this keeps getting more and more interesting.

I will revew episode 3 soon

Till then

Emz x

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TV Review: Black Lightning Series 1 Episode 1 "The Resurrection" - Series Premiere [Emz]

So this is the latest TV show to come from the DC TV universe, following after Arrow, The Flash, Legends Of Tomorrow and Supergirl.

The show is currently airing on The CW in america and unlike the other DC shows which air on Sky One in the UK, it is currently airing weekly on Netflix.

The first episode was released on the 23rd January on Nexflix.

The show stars Cress Williams as Jefferson Pierce/ Black Lighting, China Anne McClain as Jennifer Pierce, Nafessa Williams as Anissa Pierce, Christine Adams as Lynn Stewart, Marvin "Krondon" Jones III as Tobias Whale, Damon Gupton as Billy Henderson and James Remar as Peter Gambi.

Here is the Synopsis

A former superhero with the power to control and harness lightning, Jefferson Pierce, otherwise known as Black Lightning, unrolls the secrets of his past to protect his city and his family.

Review:

So there are a couple of familiar faces in this show. Cress Williams has previously starred in Hart Of Dixie, China Anne McClain has starred in ANT Farm on Disney Channel and most recently portrayed Uma in Disney's Descendants 2. Finally I recognized the actress who plays Jefferson's ex-wife Lynn Stewart, She is portrayed by Christine Adams, I remember her from an episode of Doctor Who in 2005 called The Long Game, her characters name was Cathica.

Anyway, I have currently watched 3 out of 4 episodes that have been released on Netflix ( I will watch the latest one tonight.)

So I find the themes of this show interesting, Gang Violence, Racism, drugs and alcohol to name but a few. 

Racism is shown when Jefferson gets pulled over by Police and is handcuffed before he is identified as not being the culprit behind a robbery. Drugs and Alcohol are shown when Jefferson's youngest daughter Jennifer, goes to a club and uses drugs and drinks alcohol, Gang Violence is shown when Jefferson's daughters are kidnapped by a member of the 100 gang and are to be used as prostitutes.

So When the show first airs we are treated to flashbacks of Jefferson as Black Lightning almost dying after trying to kill Tobias Whale and he tell Lynn (his then wife) that he is going to give it all up. (Jefferson has the ability to harness and control lightning). So when we return to present day, he hasn't masqueraded as Black Lightning in quite some time. In his retirement he has become the Principal of Garfield High School.

Jefferson bring Black Lightning out of retirement to save his daughters lives, his tailor, Peter Gambi is behind the Black Lightning outfit and has given him an upgrade.

Following Jefferson reusing his powers to save his daughters, we are treated to a clip of Anissa having a panic attack and breaking the bathroom sink, this could be a sign of things to come as in the comics both Jefferson's daughters are superhero's also.

I will be posting about the following episodes soon.

Till then

Emz x

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TV Review: Salvation Season 1 Episode 1 "Pilot" - Series Premiere [Emz]

Finally a new post! So I have been taking a break from here but that doesn't mean I've stopped watching shows.

I have completed watching all episodes of  The Librarians so there will be no more posts on that but I have started watched a new series called Salvation. It aired of CBS in America and all episodes are currently on Netflix UK

I spotted this series on Netflix earlier this month. It stars Santiago Cabrera as Darius Tanz. Santiago is best known for portraying Isaac Mendez in Heroes and Lancelot in Merlin.

Here is the Synopsis from IMDB:

When MIT grad student Liam Cole (Charlie Rowe) discovers an asteroid is set to collide with Earth in 186 days, he joins forces with tech billionaire Darius Tanz (Santiago Cabrera) and the U.S. government to try and stop it - and together they stumble onto the greatest conspiracy never told.

Review:

I enjoyed this episode. So we start with MIT student Liam oversleeping due to him working on his algorithms all night. He is due to attend Darius Tanz's lecture and when he shows up he is barefoot - his shoes are in his backpack (which makes an impression on Darius and other students), this part really made me laugh as it happens again later in the series and it is seemingly memorable. Following this he spots a girl at a bar whilst he is with friends, that he recognizes from Darius lecture, her name is Jillian and it turns out she is not a student but a big fan of Darius.

After spending the night with Jillian,  Liam finds that one of his algorithms has works and learns there is an asteroid on a collision with earth in 186 days. Liam informs his Professor in the early hours of the morning, only to be dismissed as it is so early, he mentions he will talk about it the next day after class. The Professor is seen to be calling someone after he leaves. 

After class the next day Liam goes to find his Professor as he doesn't show up for class, ok... so little unusual, He find his professors house ransacked and notices that he had left his glasses behind, which to Liam screamed trouble. He is then chased by someone and Lima manages to avoid them but ends up in an Elevator with Darius Tanz. 

This is where it gets interesting, Liam informs Daruis of everything from discovering the algorithm to being chased after his professor disappears. Of course Darius recognizes him as the "shoe-less guy" 

The story gets interesting from here and after going to the Pentagon and after they originally play dumb and act like they had no idea about the Asteroid, they cave in and inform Darius that they already knew about the said Asteroid. They have modified one of Darius older rockets and are soon to be testing.

Darius later shares with Liam about his Ark to save the human race if all else fails. It currently will only take 160 people (this gave me a The 100 kind of vibe, only I know it's a bit different) and eventually take them to live on Mars. 

Grace Burrows (Jennifer Finnigan) the PA to the Deputy Secretary of Defense Harris Edwards becomes Darius' "inside man" after a little persuading and an emotional Valedictorian speech from her daughter.

Harris tests the modified rocket, which he informs Grace of it being a huge success, turns out to be a big failure after she asks one of the tech guys to show her the footage, he later ends up dead..

So it's all kicking off! whatever happens next it's bound to get more interesting by the minute.

Thats all for now 

Till next time

Emz 

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DVD Review: The Librarians Season 1 Episode 6 "And The Fables Of The Doom" [Emz]

So this was an interesting episode.. a little cringe worthy and very funny.

Here is the Synopsis:

The librarians travel to a town where fairy tales come to life and attack.

Review:

So this episode was really good in some places but very cheesy in others. The team investigate the fact that a troll dumped a man in the lake in his truck. They find a massive fingerprint on said truck. Ezekiel and Eve find the Troll.

Meanwhile, whilst Cassandra and Jake talk with the Sheriff about the strange goings on in the town, they are interrupted by the town mayor seemingly unaware that he is completely naked.

This leads to bigger problems. Jake kills a massive Wolf. It seems that all the townsfolk are slowly turning into fairy tale characters. 

Jenkins names the book that they should look for as the "Libris Fabula."

Whilst some of the team interview the local Librarian about the book, Ezekiel meets a dying child called Jessie in the hospital. He teaches her how to pick locks and somehow figures out she is being drained by the book.

After rejoining the team and getting arrested, the Sheriff (who turns out to be Jessie's father) turns into the Big Bad Wolf.

The team are beginning to turn into fairy-tale characters Eve becomes the princess, Cassandra becomes Prince Charming, this explains why she was being hit on by lots of women earlier in the story. Jake is the Huntsman and Ezekiel is Jack, the nimble thief.

In the end, Ezekiel finds out that the Librarian is draining Jessie of her life force. he manages to distract him and gets Jessie to change the story and end it. 

The Librarian ends up inside the book.

I enjoyed this story, It was a little cheesy though. The way Eve turned into a Princess and constantly giggled and the way Cassandra became Prince Charming.

It was rather funny though the way that the Town Mayor ended up walking around naked, it wasn't hard to remember The Emperor's new clothes.

Till Next Time

Emz x

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DVD Review: The Librarians Season 1 Episode 5 "And the Apple of Discord" [Emz]

Now this episode was quite amusing. It definitely showed a different side to most of the Characters. We also have a brief reunion for one episode. Flynn rejoins the team.

Here is the synopsis:

When the dragons sleeping beneath the earth threaten to awaken, Flynn returns to help find their hidden treasure.

Review:

This episode was a little different. We saw the dark side of most of The Liberians. Flynn returns to the team with the troubling news that The Eastern Dragons are threatening a war unless a treasure of there's is found. The team travel underneath the Vatican to find this treasure only to come across the Brotherhood.

After finding the treasure, they find out it is actually the Apple of Discord. It causes both Jake and Cassandra to be the worst versions of themselves. Flynn eventually takes the Apple back to the Library under it's spell, but Ezekiel manages to take the Apple from his with no effect and they realize he is already the worst version of himself.

Whilst this is going on a Supernatural Meeting in being held to discuss this supposed act of war and The Library.  

Of course The Brotherhood are involved in the creation of this meeting and want to shut down the Library. But Flynn manages to convince them otherwise, much to the Brotherhood's dismay.

Eve becomes full time Guardian and Flynn goes off to search for The Library once more.

I enjoyed we progression of this story, the actors got to play the worst versions of their characters and of course the brotherhood just wont quit. It was funny to see Ezekiel saving the day for once as he was the only one not affected by the Apple (makes a difference from the last episode when he became the best version of himself by wearing Santa's hat.)

Looking forward to the next episode.

Till then

Emz x

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TV Review: Designated Survivor Season 1 Episode 6 "The Interrogation" [Emz]

This episode is quite deep. It's starts out with informing MacLeish that the Vice Presidency is an option for him. 

Here is the synopsis:

A shooting at the White House during a governors' summit throws President Kirkman's plans to elect a new Congress into turmoil; Agent Hannah makes a shocking discovery in her investigation of the capitol bombing.

Review:

So This episode covers the beginning of MacLeish being vetted for VP (Vice President) and it is looking promising.

The FBI are Interrogating Majid Nassar and he eventually caves and gives them information on the real Terrorist "Catalan." Of course no one is able to work out who this person is.

Finally President Kirkman is dealing with 2 situations. He is throwing a governors Ball and whilst this is happening someone shoots at the White House. The only person injured in this attack in President Kirkman's Bodyguard Mike Ritter who was off Duty.

Following this, President Kirkman starts to attempt  to put together Congress. with difficulty.

I enjoyed this episode. It was full of twists and turns. From the Governor Ball, the interrogation and the shooting to the death of Majid Nassar, the interupted reveal about MacLeish and working out a way to form a Congress.

Nothing ran smoothly, but answers we formed by the end in some way, shape or form. It keeps you in suspense, on the edge of your seat.

I look forward to the next episode.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Designated Survivor Season 1 Episode 5 "The Mission" [Emz]

Now this is where it's continues to get interesting.

This episode is mainly about the search & capture for Majid Nassar, who is suspected of the capital bombing.

Here is the synopsis:

Kirkman dispatches a team of Navy SEALs to Algeria after learning that the government helped Majid Nassar, one of the terrorists claiming responsbility for the Capitol bombing, elude custody; Wells learns the truth about MacLeish's movements on the night of the bombing; Alex finds out someone from her past has made a damning allegation.

Review:

This episode was really good. The fact that the majority of the episode is about the Navy SEAL's going to Algeria to capture Majid Nassar. This was the main focus of the episode, but it didn't detract form other issues that arose during the episode.

Hannah Wells FBI (Maggie Q) is continuing to uncover information surrounding the Capitol Bombing and surrounding Congressman McLeish's survival and the major possibility that he had/ has a role to play within the group responsible for the bombing . There still does not appear to be enough evidence to show that someone else was behind the bombing and to be able to share this information with the President.

There is a huge story unfolding that Leo may not be Kirkman's son and may be his wifes ex partner's child instead.

Kirkman has been trying to find a job for MacLeish and originally offers him speaker of the house, which he turns down.. just for Kirkman to think about offering him the Vice Presidency.

I enjoed all the twists this epiosde takes and that fact that it didn't miss out any other drama unfolding. Looking forward to seeing how this will progress in episodes I have yet to watch.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Gifted Season 1 Episode 2 "rX" [Emz]

So it took me a while to watch the second episode due to being busy, but I finally managed it.

Here is the Synopsis:

After exerting her powers beyond their limits, Blink goes into a state of shock, forcing Caitlin and Eclipse to go on a mission to find a special serum that will help her to recover. Meanwhile, Reed faces some difficult choices when it comes to helping his family, and Polaris runs into some trouble.

This episode was really good. There are alot of things happening at once and alot of secrets yet to be mentioned.

We start with a direct continuation from the first episode with Blink (Clarice) collapses and Reed is left on the other side.

After a few arguements the kids realize that they cannot currently go back for their dad and along with htier mum decide to help Clarice. 

During his time Clarice keeps opening portals in the same place and Lauren (Reed's daughter) is able to close them. She decides to stay with the team to help close the portals whilst her mother and Marcos (Eclipse) go to fnd medication to help her awaken from her Coma.

Of course, Reed gets picked up by the Police and interrogated. other family members are interrogated also.

Thing were not going so well for Polaris in Prison, with each time she used her powers she was electrocuted.

This episode kept me on the edge of my seat, not knowing when the next portal kept opening and as each portal opened in the same place each time, the Police appeared and eventually so did SWAT.

I look forward to the next episode.

Emz x

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TV Review: Designated Survivor Season 1 Episode 4 "The Enemy" [Emz]

So this episode mainly carries on with big issues that have been brewing in the last couple of episodes.

It was a very powerful episode in my mind with the issues it dealt with.

Here is the Synopsis for this episode:

After learning who was behind the attack, Kirkman faces the prospect of war and growing domestic problems; Kirkman assigns Emily to keep an eye on the situation at home; Alex seeks help from Hookstraten.

Review:

This was a an episode where many thing came to a head. The situation in Michigan where all Muslims were being arrested for no reason whatsoever, this escalated when the Governor conspired with the National guard to keep the President out. The Governor ended up being arrested despite Emily speeding time  trying to convince the Governor to talk tings out the The President.

Seth ends up becoming White House Press Secretary even though it wasn't the Job he wanted. 

Kirkman ends up firing General Cochane after he takes matters into his own hands regarding Algeria and the search for the Terrorist believed to be behind the Capital Bombings.

Finally Hannah Wells the FBi agent continues to look into why McLeish was not in his seat when the bomb went off.

It was good to see some loose ends tied up in this episode. With the firing of the General, who has been against President Kirkman since day one and the Governor of Michigan being arrested, it helps to create more alliances for Kirkman.

Obviously there is still a lot more to be sorted out but for now it's a start.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Flash Season 3 Episode 7 "Killer Frost" [Emz]

Now this episode was definitely the start of an interesting character arc. The episodes from the beginning of this season have been leading up to this and we had glimpses of this happening from previous seasons  when we met their Earth-2 counterpart.

I am of course talking about Caitlin Snow becoming Killer Frost. 

Here is the Synopsis:

Caitlin's inner Killer Frost is unleashed after she uses her powers to save Barry; on a rampage, Killer Frost goes looking for Dr. Alchemy, kidnaps Julian and battles both The Flash and Vibe; Joe and H.R. have an honest discussion.

Review:

Blimey this episode really kicked this season up a notch. Last episode we had the revealing of the main villain Savitar and we saw Wally become encased in a cocoon.

So how does Caitlin become killer Frost you ask? Well we see Savitar kidnap Barry (The Flash) and seemingly teleport him all over the city, once they arrive at a nearby destination Iris asks Caitlin to help stop Savitar from killing Barry by using her powers, (she informed the team about them last episode) Caitlin was unsure but she helped him anyway.

This is what caused her to lose control over her powers. she manipulates Joe in to thinking that Wally was awake so she could gather information on Doctor Alchemy, what for we don't know in the beginning. 

She abducts Julian to help her search for Doctor Alchemy and she inadvertently reveals that she wants to get rid of her powers. Of course she learns from a follower that Alchemy would not get rid of her powers and that Savitar would have plans for her.

After a battle with Cisco and The Flash, Caitlin is eventually captured. During this time we see Joe and H.R. break open the Cocoon that Wally is in and he hasn't yet completely bonded with his powers. Barry tries to convince Caitlin to help them by giving her the freedom she wants, but only if she kills him. Unable to do this Caitlin rejoins the team and creates a serum which will help Wally stabilize his powers.

Following this Julian blackmails Barry to quit his job else he will tell the Police about Caitlin.

This definitely was quite an episode, there was so much going on but it all interlinked at some point or another. 

I really enjoyed Danielle Panabaker's portrayal of Killer Frost/ Caitlin Snow and look forward to what's to come.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Flash Season 3 Episode 6 "Shade" [Emz]

So this episode marks the beginning of Kid Flash.

Here is the synopsis:

Wally starts having dreams about being Kid Flash, making Barry realize he must tell Wally, Iris and Joe what happened to Wally in Flashpoint.

Review:

I enjoyed this episode. It was interesting to see how Doctor Alchemy gives people powers that their Flashpoint selves lived with.

We also see The Flash battle Shade and Caitlin informs Cisco of her powers.

They try to use Wally as Bait to capture Doctor Alchemy , just for it to backfire and him to escape. In this process Wally ends up encased in a Cocoon and we earn that Doctor Alchemy is just a lackey for someone else. Calling themselves Savitar.

That's all for this post.

Till next tme

Emz x

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TV Review: Stitchers Season 1 Episode 3 "Connections" [Emz]

Now episode 3 was interesting, it required Kirsten stitching into the mind of a newlywed t prove who killed her.

This episode guest starred Michael Grant Terry who I remember from Bones.

Here is the synopsis:

When a murky stitch doesn't give enough evidence against a newlywed husband accused of killing his wife, Kirsten attempts to prove her strong feelings about his innocence. This effect on Kirsten, brought about by residual emotion from the stitch, makes Cameron worry that she will end up like Marta. Meanwhile, Linus and Camille get to know each other better. 

Review:

So this was interesting as Kirsten retrieves all of Ed ( the "father" that looked after her) belongings. So Kirsten and Camille spend time going through photographs and other items.

During this episode Kirsten has to stitch into the mind of a Newlywed who was killed. Most people think that the husband is the person who killed her or set up the murder, but Kirsten doesn't believe it.

After multiple awkward conversations with the husband as she had picked up habits and mannerisms of his dead wife.

In the end the team solve the murder despite almost getting killed in the process.

I really enjoyed the episodes. I look forward to watching the next episode.

Till next time.

Emz x

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TV Review: Stitchers Season 1 Episode 2 "Friends In Low Places" [Emz]

I quite enjoyed episode 1 and this episode was rather good.

Here is the Synopsis:

Kirsten and the team cross paths with Detective Fisher while probing the case of a young woman who died from an overdose of a dangerous new drug.

Review:

So, this episode was a little different, Stitch wise to the last one. Kristen has to battle the effects of of a dangerous new drug whilst is a victims memories and to figure out what happened to her and how she died.

Also, Kristen is trying to solve the case as soon as she can so she can "stitch" into her dead "father's" memories to see why he committed suicide of was murdered.

With a little help from Camille and a lot of hindrance from Detective Fisher they solver the case, learning in the process that Camille was hired by the Stitchers program to keep an eye on Kristen. Also Detective Fisher is introduced to the Stitchers program.

The only problem is that they solve the case a little to late and Kristen is no longer able to Stitch into her dead "fathers memories, as he is past the stage where his memories are still able to be seen.

That's all for this review.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Designated Survivor Season 1 Episode 3 "The Confession" [Emz]

Here we are with episode 3. This episode is called "The Confession." This episode takes another twist. 

In this episode we find out who survived the Capitol Bombing, Who is supposedly behind the bombing and what exactly this 'Confession' is.

This episode originally aired on the 5th October 2016 on ABC.

Review:

This episode was full of mixed feelings. We start with the Hack of the White House's firewall. They were not searching for anything but left behind a video supposedly proving who was behind the bombing.

We also have the revealing of who survived the bombing. Congressman Peter McLeish (Ashley Zukerman.)

 Also, during an interview President Kirkman reveals he was originally fired before being Designated Survivor. This does not go down well and the former Presidents Son refuses to have him speak at the funeral.

Hannah Wells and one of her associates uncovers evidence to show that McLeish survived as he wasn't in his seat when the bomb went off.

That is where the episode ends and the suspense is still building and I look forward to the next episode.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Flash Season 3 Episode 5 " Monster" [Emz]

Now this episode is again a little different. The hint of the difference is in the title.

So "Monster" originally aired on the 1st November 2016 on The CW.

Here is the synopsis:

Caitlin visits her mother to help her understand her growing meta-human powers; Barry tries to convince Julian to let him help investigate a new meta-human that is attacking Central City.

Review:

So it seems a monster is terrorising Central City. Barry and the team are having trouble with it. The other problems that they are facing are Barry being shown up  to his boss by Julian as he is late a number of times and disappears alot. 

The team are also having issues with H.R. Wells as he hasn't really done much since he arrived. 

Caitlin has taken time off and went to meet with her mother to see if she can help her with her Ice powers, they go through a number of tests until her mothers colleague doesn't want to let her go.

In the end Barry seems to make some leeway with Julian after they work out that the Monster is a Hologram and is being programmed by a young boy.

The team also realise that H.R. isn't a scientist at all.

I enjoyed the way this episode went but flt sorry for Barry and Caitlin, but laughed alot at H.R and the way he kept repeating everything Cisco and Barry said.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: Stitchers Season 1 Episode 1 "A Stitch In Time" [Emz]

Now I have never seen this show before but I had been interested in it for a while.

The only ast member I had heard of was Alison Scagliotti as she used to star in Warehouse 13.

The first episode is called "A Stitch In Time." 

Here is the Synopsis:

ABC Family's first procedural drama, "Stitchers," follows Kirsten, a young woman recruited into a covert government agency to be 'stitched' into the minds of the recently deceased, using their memories to investigate murders and decipher mysteries that otherwise would have gone to the grave. Working alongside Kirsten is Cameron, a brilliant neuroscientist whose passion for the program is evident in his work. The secret program is headed by Maggie, a skilled veteran of covert operations, and includes Linus, a socially immature bio-electrical engineer and communications technician. Kirsten's roommate, Camille, a gifted computer science grad student, is also recruited to use her skills to assist Kirsten in her new role as a 'stitcher'.

Review:

I quite enjoyed this episode. It is a little different from what i'm used to watching. So Kirsten is stitched into the minds of a eseaced person and has to work out what the memories mean. Usually the search is for something npartcular.

In this case a man blew himself up but has left 2 other bombs it different places and they have to try to decipher them to work out where the other bombs are.

Kirsten is thrown in at the deep end with this one but manages to gather Intel from the memories. She goes rogue though to try and work out where these places are and where the bombs are.

I like the tone of the show it was quite good. I look forward to watching more.

Till next time

Emz x

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TV Review: The Flash Season 3 Episode 4 "The New Rogues" [Emz]

Now episode 4 "The New Rogues". It was originally released on the 15th October 2016. This is an interesting one. We begin with a flashback from three years before. We also have a guest appearance from Leonard Snart aka Captain Cold (Wentworth Miller), who is currently, as far as Barry knows with the Legends.

Here is the Synopsis:

Mirror Master joins his old partner, Top, and looks to even the score with Snart; Jesse joins the chase, but her decision to defy one of Barry's orders results in terrible consequences.

Review:

I enjoyed this episode. It was a little bit different. Instead of this pair getting powers from Doctor Alchemy as they are calling him, this couple - Sam Scudder and Rosalind Dillon (aka Mirror Man and Top)

They are old "cohorts" of Leonard Snart aka Captain Cold. So they appear t have received their powers at the same time as Barry, when the particle accelerator exploded. Fast forward to present day in this episode and Rosalind is in Jail and we discover that Sam has been trapped in a mirror for 3 years.

Elsewhere, with Earth 2's Harry Wells preparing to go home along with Jesse, he helps the team search for another Harry Wells from another of the multiverses.

We also see Caitlin ice powers take hold, when Barry gets trapped in a Mirror when fighting against Sam and Jesse is unable to help as whilst battling Rosalind she is affected by Vertigo. SO, after Harry and Cisco's attempt to free Barry doesn't work, she freezes the mirror and he manages to escape.

It was also interesting to see a relationship between Jesse and Wally. Plus finally we meet anther Harry Wells, who calls himself H.R.

I each episode gets more interesting and I look forward to the next one.

Till then

Emz x

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