The Dick in a Box and Motherlover boys are back! And this time, they're in a three-way with Lady Gaga and obeying the Golden Rule. While I don't think this is as funny as their previous two efforts, it's still a funny sketch. I particularly love the Three's Company moments. Watch the video after the break.
Justin Timberlake has consistently done great hosting work on Saturday Night Live and last night was no exception! It was the first time he'd hosted and not also been the musical guest, so he just needed to stress that in his opening monologue. Check out the video after the break.
This week's SNL felt very short to me. There were only about 5 or 6 sketches and some very long musical performances and breaks. Ed Helms hosted, but was hardly in the episode at all!
But even with the apparent abbreviated run, there was one sketch that stood out and is among the funniest from this season: THE AMBIGUOUSLY GAY DUO! I loved the cartoons from the older episodes so it was a surprise to see it make a comeback. And then it did a wholly unexpected turn - it went live-action with appearances from Jon Hamm, Jimmy Fallon, Steve Carell, and Stephen Colbert! Watch the hilarious sketch after the break.
Hulu's Best in Show March Madness Bracket is down to the Final Four! I'm pulling for Chuck to take it all, but it's got some serious competition against the fanatical fanbase of Community. But how can you not love Chuck after watching this awesome fanmade credit sequence?
Reminds me of 70s sitcoms a bit, what do you think?
I hope this becomes a reoccurring bit! Between this one and the one they did for THE ROOMMATE, they look like they'd be more entertaining than the actual movies.
Now that Thanksgiving dinner has been eaten, we're getting ready for BLACK FRIDAY! I'm planning on getting to the stores by 4am to partake in the madness. I hope I survive! Check out this SNL Black Friday sketch, which perfectly captures the madness that is Doorbuster sales.
It's been a while since I did an episode recap for Glee. Mostly because I've been kind of apathetic towards this season. The characters have been flat, plotlines have bordered on ridiculous, and it's the most inconsistent show currently on air.
However, last night's episode finally had me excited about the musical numbers, the characters exhibited growth, well at least a couple, and one of the storylines made sense. I'm just going to ignore the entire Sue-plotline. If that hadn't been so off the wall and a poor man's Carrie Bradshaw, this episode would have been in my top favorites list.
It's a shame that only Kurt seems to get depth in the show. They are able to handle that well (most of the time) and I wish they would apply that to the other core characters. This week, in the face of bullying, the other glee kids stood by their own and defended him. All of them except Finn that is. I was worried he was going the way of Shuester, but unlike him he actually redeemed himself rather smoothly and I still believe he is a genuinely good guy. Also, he's a teenager. I'm much more willing to forgive his idiotic decisions in the quest for popularity than I am for Will. Will is a grown man and should know better. Most of the time, he just comes off as selfish, using the kids or glee performances to get what he wants out of it rather than listening to the kids.
This week didn't very much Will and I think it was better for it. He didn't perform with the kids, shoehorning himself into an uncomfortable situation. I also really enjoyed his rendition of "Sway" which was age appropriate, and while it is odd that he's performing at his students' parents' wedding, it definitely felt more organic than his decision to replace Sam as Rocky in the Rocky Horror Glee Show.
Speaking of the wedding, watch my favorite scene from the episode. "Marry You" by Bruno Mars:
When this started, I was so excited all I could do was tweet in caps lock. This song, and Bruno Mars in general, have been my musical obsession for the past few weeks. I never expected them to do this song, since it's not even on the radio. This song choice, the sappy vows to each other and to Kurt, the whole thing had me teary eyed. Yes, the vows were a little too sappy. Yes, they present Kurt as St. Kurt who does no wrong and deserves everyone's love and adoration. But, I fully believed their heartfelt words. Some people thought the Finn serenade of "Just the Way You Are" (TWO Bruno Mars songs in one episode) was too much, but after the way he let Kurt be bullied, he had to do a big gesture to get back in Kurt's, and the audience's, good graces. This redemption hasn't been done for Will yet and I think if it doesn't happen soon, it'll be too little, too late. I'm glad to see Finn isn't following in his footsteps, at least not yet anyway.
We've still got a lot of the season left and I'm interested to see how they deal with Kurt at the new school. I don't see how he can stay there long and remain a part of the core of the show. And as the only character with depth and complete likability, they either need to keep him around or learn how to flesh out the other characters so they're not so one note. Here's hoping they continue at this level of quality, as this is by far the most erratic television show on air right now. Have you heard about the Three Glees Theory?
With my new work and gym schedule, I'm finding it harder and harder to stay up to date on all my pop culture-y needs. Seems like The LXD was the first to fall behind. Check out the latest episodes below and prepare to have your mind blown from the awesome moves!
There's a reason this is Jon Hamm's third time hosting in just two seasons. He's hilarious and isn't afraid to look ridiculous to get the laugh. I still love the digital short, Sergio, from his last stint, and he was greased up, covered in oil, and sporting a permed mullet for it! There were so many hilarious sketches this week, so sorry for the video overload.
Shy Ronnie
I loved this sketch the last time Rihanna performed, and am so glad they brought it back. Having Ronnie in the skirt with the tiny gun totally fit with his personality and got the laugh. I loved when Ronnie went off as soon as "Clyde" stepped out; he had some sick rhymes! It's just too bad he can't speak in her presence, so she'll never know.
I Didn't Ask For This
This was my favorite sketch from the night! The " Autotuned Best Cry Ever" would totally be my ringtone.
Back to the Future Screen Tests
25 years ago, a film classic came into existence. But it took a lot of casting calls and auditions to find the perfect cast. These impressions are pretty spot on, especially Alan Alda, Robin Williams, and Eddie Murphy. Jay Pharoah is a comedy beast!
Sorry for the lack of posts today! I was busy spending the day at Disneyland and writing for my new blogging gig at Gordon and the Whale. Check out my first post HERE and be sure to check back since I'll be posting nearly every day there.
And now, on to some more SNL highlights from this past week!
Stefon on Weekend Update
This club has everything...like Furkels. Fat Urkels. The morning after, they'll have you saying "Did I do thaaaaat?"
Stefon is my favorite of Bill Hader's character and maybe my favorite single character on the show from the past couple seasons. I love how much it makes Bill Hader laugh during the skit too.
Bret Farve loves Wranglers
Oh, Jason Sudekis, why are you not a huge star already?
This is my kind of "news" segment! With so many great things that he loves, it's hard for me to pick my favorite bit. But the Mad Men "Next week on" segment as a tape to teach English: I LOVE IT!
With Facebook's biggest growth happening in the 45+ age group, it's obvious that sooner or later you're parents will be signing up and friending you, if they haven't already. SNL has just the thing!
A part of me wishes this actually existed. But for now, I just use privacy settings and friends' lists to sort out who can see what I post on Facebook.
The first season of The LXD draws to a close with the 10th chapter. Watch the episode below:
Have you been watching this season? I loved the season despite its sometimes clunky pacing and dialog. Just like dance movies, a dance webseries is only as good as its routines. And with the title The League of Extraordinary Dancers, it absolutely lived up to its name with amazing numbers covering styles ranging from krumping to robotic popping and now even tapping.
I'm excited to see where Season 2 goes, since this was obviously the origin story of the league and its members. What do you guys think? Will you tune in when/if it returns?
Greetings from Austin, TX! I should be sleeping now, in preparation for the 9+ hour drive to New Orleans, LA tomorrow, but I had to stay up to watch the latest installment of The LXD.
Featuring Harry Shum Jr., "Other Asian" of Glee fame, Chapter Eight is another strong installment that doesn't waste it's time with dialogue. After the now expected introduction by the old man, it goes straight into the dancing which features some fancy footwork. Watch the episode below, then let me know what you think in the comments! I think my favorite installment is still Madd Chadd's, but this is a close second.
