SMASH: An Inside Look at NBC Universal’s Press Day

As part of a recent press day held in Pasadena by the folks at NBC Universal, a number of reality and scripted dramas paid a visit to the Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa to discuss their respective series with the press. NiceGirlsTV was fortunate to be a part of that event, covering the multitude of programming by the studio. One …

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FRINGE: “Letters of Transit” Recap

My, how things can change over 20 years. In the year 2036, the Observers are in control, and Fringe Division is reduced to simply policing the “natives” who remain. We meet a young agent named Etta when she intervenes when an observer is applying his brand of justice to “native” Ruddell, who fights back. She has a unique ability, observers …

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RECAP: Parks & Recreation “Live Ammo” – or – ‘Mass Menagerie’

Just when I think I can’t love Leslie more, she goes to see Tom’s apartment in her “sneak around” clothes. Can she get more adorable? *sigh* I love girl-crushes. Now that I’ve gotten that out, let’s talk about Parks & Rec! We’re counting down to the season finale, and with only four left, we were treated to “[easyazon-link asin=”B007VYBCJ6″]Live Ammo[/easyazon-link]”. …

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NGTV Guide: Sunday, April 22

Once Upon a Time – 8/7c ABC “The Return” – Mr. Gold attempts to uncover the true identity of August, Emma confronts Regina about her involvement in Kathryn’s disappearance, and David tries to apologize and reconcile with Mary Margaret. Meanwhile, in the fairytale land that was, Rumplestiltskin agrees to comply and do whatever it takes if his son can find …

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NIKITA Recap: “Wrath” (Episode 19, Season 2)

Wrath is defined as divine vengeance or retribution. That short, concise description easily encapsulates all of the key players in Nikita; especially the title character herself, Percy and the imprisoned arms dealer by the name of Brandt (guest star Rick Ravanello), for whom Percy and Roan pay a visit to in a Norwegian CIA black site named Lighthouse. This “visit” …

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IN PLAIN SIGHT: Photos from “Sacrificial Lam”

IN PLAIN SIGHT -- "Sacrificial Lam" Episode 507

In this all new episode of In Plain Sight, with Mary’s father on the lam and out for vengeance, she finds herself under FBI surveillance.  In order to clear her name, she’ll have to lose her tail and track down her own father before anyone else does. Guest Stars: Stephen Lang, Tia Carrera, Mimi Kennedy. Watch Sacrificial Lam, Friday, April 27 …

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THE SECRET CIRCLE: “The Crystal” – A Talisman for Good or Evil?

The official synopsis for this week’s The Secret Circle reads: To protect themselves from the witch hunters, Jake, Cassie and Faye seek out Jake’s grandfather Royce, to find his family’s crystal and are confronted with disturbing theories about the events of sixteen years ago. Meanwhile, Diana tries to balance her pursuit of the Glaser crystal with Melissa and Adam with …

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NICE BOY OF THE WEEK: James Van Der Beek

DON'T TRUST THE B---- IN APARTMENT 23 - JAMES VAN DER BEEK

I’m thoroughly enjoying the new ABC sitcom, Don’t Trust the B— in Apartment 23, and I think a large part of the credit must go to James Van Der Beek. His is a household name especially for [easyazon-link asin=”B005CGI3ZG”]Dawson’s Creek[/easyazon-link] fans. I have never seen one episode of Dawson’s and I probably never will, but I love the way James makes …

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COMMUNITY: Virtual Systems Analysis – or How the Show Just Went More Meta

A tag with stand-up, I don’t even know what it means. There are any number of ways to try and discuss a Community episode, but there are times when a cold open just defies the concept of logic and explanation, except to say that Annie is trying to set up Britta and Troy, and Abed is then left to play …

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The Paley Center for Media’s Salute to IN PLAIN SIGHT

The final season of In Plain Sight is nearly at an end and the Paley Center for Media took advantage before the show’s swan song to salute one of the best USA Network shows that has been a fan favorite over its five-year run. Rene Reyes, Director of Public Programs at the Paley Center, opened the evening welcoming the audience …

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