Blast’s Best TV Series of 2012

Dec. 31, 2012   Leave a Comment  

Where does the beloved "Breaking Bad" fall on our list of the year's best shows?

We, the TV writers, recognize the best shows of 2012 by combining our individual ballots to declare a Top 10!

“Louie” – New Year’s Eve season finale review

Sept. 28, 2012   Leave a Comment  

Louie wanders aimlessly through Beijing, looking for the Yangtze River and finding the comfort of family.

Louie finishes his third season with a touching finale about searching for happiness in a lonely world.

“Louie” – Late Show (Part 3) episode review

Sept. 21, 2012   Leave a Comment  

Louie looks almost in his element on his test show, even if it's no avail.

The conclusion of the Late Show trilogy features betrayal and victory still for our reluctant hero.

“Louie” – Late Show (Part 2) episode review

Sept. 14, 2012   Leave a Comment  

Louie looks off in bewilderment as he navigates the ancient art of talk show host

Louie starts his training to becoming a late night host Rocky-style, while dealing with his own doubts.

“Louie” – Late Show (Part 1) episode review

Aug. 31, 2012   1 Comment  

Garry Marshall starts as a  CBS executive offering Louie the opportunity of a lifetime.

Louie’s fortune shifts after a successful stint on The Tonight Show when CBS comes calling.

“Louie” – Dad episode review

Aug. 17, 2012   1 Comment  

F. Murray Abraham stars as Uncle Excelsior, who demands Louie visit his father

Louie does lunch with his uncle (F.Murray Abraham) and becomes anxious when he insists he visit his father

“Louie” – Ikea/Piano Lesson episode review

Aug. 10, 2012   1 Comment  

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Louie takes an old lover furniture shopping, and Sarah Silverman and Marc Maron make guest appearances.

“Louie” – Barney/Never episode review

Aug. 3, 2012   1 Comment  

Louie rummages through the fridge for something Never's mom would approve of.

Louie attends a funeral with Robin Williams, and later has a poorly parented child dumped on him

“Louie” – Daddy’s Girlfriend (Part 2) episode review

July 27, 2012   4 Comments  

Liz a.k.a Tape Recorder (Parker Posey) coerces Louie into trying on a sparkly dress for her amusement.

In the second of a two-parter, Louie goes on an unforgettable date with the exhilarating—if not unstable—girl from the bookstore.

“Louie” – Daddy’s Girlfriend (Part 1) episode review

July 20, 2012   1 Comment  

Parker Posey guest stars in the first of a two-parter as a book clerk Louie asks out.

The first of a two-parter, Louie beds Maria Bamford and courts Parker Posey in a search for “the right person.”

My Hypothetical Emmy Ballot: Who deserves it, and who has a shot

July 16, 2012   Leave a Comment  

The nominations for these coveted golden statuettes will be announced Thursday morning.

Thursday morning, Emmy nominations will be announced; who do we feel deserves the nods, and who takes home the trophies?

“Louie” – Miami episode review

July 13, 2012   11 Comments  

A young blonde takes a strawberry from Louie, and he says she took something she can't have. Ah, Louie.

Louie takes his talents to South Beach and stumbles into and out of a rewarding friendship

“Louie” – Telling Jokes/Set Up episode review

July 6, 2012   1 Comment  

Melissa Leo gives a memorable performance as Laurie, Louie's blind date.

Louie’s daughter tells a genius joke, and Melissa Leo guest stars as a frisky blind date

“Louie” – Something is Wrong season premiere review

June 29, 2012   2 Comments  

The lovable loser "Louie" is back for a third season, and creator Louis C.K has still got it!

Funny man of the moment Louis C.K embarks on a third season of the acclaimed, “Louie”

“Homeland” and “Community” are this year’s critical darlings at the Critics’ Choice Television Awards

June 19, 2012   Leave a Comment  

The stars of the small screen came out to accept honors from the Broadcast Television Journalists' Association.

TV critics handed out awards to their favorites last night

“Parks and Recreation” — Dave Returns episode review

Feb. 17, 2012   5 Comments  

Louis C.K reprises his role as Leslie's cop ex-boyfriend Dave Sanderson (right)

Comedy powerhouse flexes its muscle