TV Shows to Enjoy

Spring is finally here, or at least that’s what the calendar says. The possibility of warmer days and the first daffodils are here. But there are still some stormy days ahead before summer arrives. Plenty of time to watch some good shows on television.

Now I may be one of the few people in North America who doesn’t have Netflix. I always say I have enough shows to watch now. I don’t have time to add more. And when the Networks run out of shows, then I can get Netflix and I’ll have plenty of great viewing.

That being said, here are a few of my favorites.

Supernatural. I came to this show late. It was on a station when I’d sit down for supper—yes I know I shouldn’t eat and watch TV but I do—and I got hooked. Now I won’t miss it and watch every week. Love me some Sam and Dean Winchester.

The Big Bang Theory. This one I’ve been watching since the first show aired. It’s a half hour of smart comedy. I always laugh. And in this day and age, that’s priceless.

Lucifer. The devil lives in Los Angeles, owns a nightclub, and helps a detective solve crimes. I mean, who doesn’t want to watch that? Tom Ellis plays Lucifer so well, but it’s the cast of characters in this one that really makes it work.

I also enjoy The Blacklist, Blindspot, NCIS, and a couple more. (See why I don’t need Netflix yet.)

What shows do you enjoy?

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The Devil Didn't Make Me Do It: 10 Things to Love About @LuciferonFox

Have you checked out Lucifer over on the Fox network? If you haven't, I encourage you to rush out and see it, right now. Seriously, go check it out. I'll wait.

Tom Ellis as Lucifer

Where do I begin with what I love about this show? Let's start with the casting. Overall, I love everyone on the show, but Tom Ellis as Lucifer and Lesley-Anne Brandt as Mazikeen hooked me from the first moment. They embody these wildly complicated characters and imbue them with varying shades of gray, sometimes light, sometimes dark, and definitely snarky and dangerous when crossed.

It's Not a Morality Play

Despite the fact that the show is called "Lucifer" and features Lucifer (or as he cheerfully says, Satan, Beezlebub, Old Scratch), it's not about the war between good and evil or even light and dark. Instead, it's about choices, integrity, and loyalty. Lucifer is angry with his father, and though he's managed Hell for eons, he's taken a vacation and he doesn't want to go back.

Et Tu, Doctor?

In addition to not being a morality play, Lucifer is trying to figure himself out. In a generation where mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves and taking care of ourselves begins with self-exploration and enlightenment, Lucifer himself is trying to figure out his issues not only with Detective Decker, but the world at large and his father. Though Dr. Linda initially begins as a sex partner/psychological consultant, she doesn't let Lucifer get away from confronting himself. It adds depth to his character and to hers. She's easily one of my favorites on the show because therapy isn't easy and sometimes you have to just let the client talk until they come to some conclusions about themselves. In Lucifer's case--well let's just say that sometimes he doesn't get there.

Buddy Cop Show

A buddy cop show isn't really all that out of the ordinary. Even pairing someone out of their element (fish out of water anyone?) with a cop as part of the crime solving is relatively common place in literature and television. Having Lucifer work with Chloe to solve crimes isn't really about solving the cases. Seriously, it's not. Lucifer leaps to a lot of conclusions and he doesn't have a high opinion of most humans. He considers them all pretty base, but that said--they tend to prove him right more often than not. Chloe Decker, however, is not affected by Lucifer's compulsions. Her lack of belief in who he is coupled with her ability to resist him fascinates him. It also gives him a chance to explore another aspect of being he's never had...normality.

More On the Cop Aspect

Chloe's also married, though separated from Detective Douche--sorry, Lucifer's nickname for Dan is funny. There's a whole portion of their life and the fact that they share a child that's vital to Chloe's character. Lucifer is the proverbial third wheel where they are concerned. Chloe and Dan genuinely care about each other and their daughter Trixie is hysterical. She thinks Lucifer is funny, and children terrify him.

Vertigo Comics

More fun, Lucifer is based off a comic book series of graphic novels, the character first appeared in the Sandman comics. Seriously the same publisher who gave me Death - The High Cost of Living. 'Nuff said.

Morningstar

Every time they remind us his name is Lucifer Morningstar, I giggle. Why? Cause I have a family group in my Fevered Hearts series named Morning Star. Yes, I know Lucifer had the name first ultimately, but it's still grin worthy for me and Mini Me thinks so, too.

Open Sexuality

Lucifer's been filmed post menage with a male and female companion, among many others. His open sexuality and enjoyment of pure pleasure is delightful.

Lux

His bar, Lux, reminds me of my Arcana Royale in my Soulgirls series. And yes, I admit it, I think I'll be seeing Tom Ellis whenever I think of Connor in that series from this point forward. So I'm definitely inspired.

Sharp Writing and Humor

At the end of the day, the cast is great but the stories and dialogue are, shall I say it?--devilishly entertaining. I am usually good at predicting where a series will go, and I have my theories about where they are going with this, but the writers consistently surprise me and they don't always take the "easy" way out in their storytelling. In fact, sometimes, they take us straight into the harsh, jagged rock territory and they navigate it like pros.

So I'll say it again, if you haven't seen Lucifer, do check it out and then swing by here and let me know what you think!

Agent Carter- We need a season three!

This week Agent Carter ended its second season. I know, I’m sad, too.  And now there’s talk that it might not return for a season three.

Wha?!?!

Agent Carter brings something to the television audience that is lacking across the T.V. landscape, and that is strong female characters in lead roles.

As the main character, you’d expect Peggy Carter to be a world class badass, and Hayley Atwell delivers in spades. The Steve Rogers vibe is strong in her as she endeavors to solve the case with integrity and fairness. Everywhere she goes, there is usually a man telling her no, but she keeps moving forward with grace and unapologetic intelligence. And the hat. Let’s not forget that red hat.

When Peggy needed back up after her pigheaded male superiors kicked her off the case, it was Rose, the secretary who came to her aid. And did a damn fine job of it, too. Girl power!

But what I find most intriguing about the show is that it’s also the woman who are the supreme villains. From Dottie Underwood to Whitney Frost, these women drive the action. They are stronger and more ruthless than their male counterparts, and it’s glorious.

I’ve always been intrigued by the female villain. What motivates them is at times so much more complex than with males. And it’s that difference that makes for an interesting story. Now, I’m not saying I wish for the women of the world to be inspired for evilness, but I do like how it shows how a woman can be more than the moll. You want to take over the world, girl? Have at it!

And that is why we need Agent Carter. We need a showcase of strong, competent, intelligent women who are the driving force of the story. Supergirl is making an honest go of it with Kara, her sister Alex, and Cat Grant. And although Agents of SHEILD focuses on Coulson and Ward, it’s May, Skye/Daisy, and Bobbi who come in to save the day. Also notice that in both of these series, more often than not, it is a woman leading the charge to world domination that they are fighting.

So I say to the powers that be at ABC, bring back Agent Carter! The world needs her!

Until next time!

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