Any episode where Mr. Burns gets more than just a one-liner is worth its weight in doughnuts, though he presence was no where near the amount of air time I would have hoped for. Marge’s slip into the thickheaded Simpson’s world continued with her letter describing Frank Gehry as the “bestest architect”. The Bouvier blood can only stand so much muddling. The commercial for “Arrested Development” comparing Homer to Michael Bluth was an interesting way to pull in Simpson’s viewers. And Apron Boobsface ranks right up their with Chesty LaRue and Hootie McBoob. Couch gag: Floor opens up to a pit of fire. Skewer slides in from the wall and makes the couch into a Simpson’s spit. Best Homerism: He misread my pee! Oooot! Oooot! Ooooot!The Simpsons: The Seven Beer Snitch
Any episode where Mr. Burns gets more than just a one-liner is worth its weight in doughnuts, though he presence was no where near the amount of air time I would have hoped for. Marge’s slip into the thickheaded Simpson’s world continued with her letter describing Frank Gehry as the “bestest architect”. The Bouvier blood can only stand so much muddling. The commercial for “Arrested Development” comparing Homer to Michael Bluth was an interesting way to pull in Simpson’s viewers. And Apron Boobsface ranks right up their with Chesty LaRue and Hootie McBoob. Couch gag: Floor opens up to a pit of fire. Skewer slides in from the wall and makes the couch into a Simpson’s spit. Best Homerism: He misread my pee! Oooot! Oooot! Ooooot!Carnivale: New Canaan, Ca
Plenty of flashbacks bring us closer to who Sophie really is and a better understanding of Ben’s earlier visions of the Usher. A successful suspense-filled chase leads to an anti-climatic fight between Ben and Justin, but it was Sophie that was really the climax. I guess we figured out why she is the Omega now. I almost feel gypped, I was hoping for more of a finale. The Sophie/Justin link will lead to an interesting third season, if there is to be one. The episode left me empty; I still love the story, but something was missing.
Carnivale: Outside New Canaan
One last episode left for this season. Can you believe it? Mutiny is afoot in the traveling Carnivale with Lila at the lead and I can’t say I blame them, being pipered into the revival camp without knowing the world is at stake. The new limp-free Jonsey spills the beans on Hawkins to an emotional crowd (and viewers). I’m still questioning Iris, she’s had the most enigmatic role in the whole show. Eleanor sure knew how to break up a good ole baptizin’. Sophie’s choice is the key – you know she is the Omega and all. And any uncertainties about her true origins have been cleared up for those that didn’t catch on. Brother Justin is just plain creepy (Clancy Brown is perfect). Put on your hats and pack clean underwear kids, Armageddon’s coming!The Simpsons: Mobile Homer
Oh, The Simpsons, how we get from garage cleaning day to Bart stealing Homer’s motor home is your brilliance. While this episode did not elicit tons of laughs, there was enough subtle Simpson humor about SUVs, Turkish sailors and evil religious icons to save it. My most puzzling moment was Bart’s precognitive painting. Since it seems Homer never goes to work any more, Marge lets us in on what he’s doing there and who hasn’t spent hours at work Googling their own name? Couch gag – Homer removes a mask and reveals he is really Sideshow Bob and chases Bart around the room. Best Homerism: “It was more than a motor home, it was a car I could go to the bathroom in.”Malcolm in the Middle: Ida Loses a Leg
Cloris Leachman is back as evil grandma Ida sans one leg after losing it saving Dewey from being run over by a truck. Francis and Ida find common ground by their equal hatred of Lois’ bossiness, which allows for some uncomfortable bonding but not enough to use her charater to her potential. Malcolm and Reese crazy glue plot line was weak, though the dog licking scene warranted the multiple insomnia scenes. Dewey performs a disturbing funeral for the amputated leg, but no where near as disturbing as Frankie Muniz’s cracking voice. Best line of the show: "I wonder what nightmare I'll have tonight." - Dewey
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