May 31st, 2008 by Evil Kitten

Everyone in the world knows my love for Battlestar Galactica. There’s no way I’d ever miss an episode, especially not in this fourth and final season. In fact, I took vacation on the weekend that BSG was not showing new episodes. Thanks for that little break, Sci-Fi Channel! Last night, however, the episodes were back and in full force. Last night’s episode was action packed and full of surprises. First off, how is nasty, smelly old Tigh going to get beautiful, amazing, wonderful Six (played by the most beautiful woman in the world, Tricia Helfer) pregnant? I cannot possibly figure out why they would even get the ball rolling in that direction. Couldn’t they just have said that Doc found some semen or something? That would make more sense.

The great thing is that Lee is now interim President. He’s going to do a great job, and his bono-lookalike lawyer friend Romo was definitely spot-on with that observation. I like the lengths that he went to in order to get him to see it, too. I’m also glad that Admiral Adama is finally admitting how he feels about Laura. That should make for some interesting times when she gets rescued.

One thing I didn’t like was in the previews for next week they show Deanna saying “How do you not know about the five when you’re one of them,” then cutting to a picture of Laura looking surprised. It’s obviously creative editing on BSG’s part but it irritates me that they want you to think that. It’s so not her. She’s not the last.

All in all? The last two episodes have been much better than the few before that, and next week’s is promising, that little editing spoof notwithstanding.

May 28th, 2008 by Evil Kitten

Working at home gives me a lot of time to be able to watch television. Much to Eric’s dismay, most of that time is spent on MTV Jams, MTV hits, or some other atrocious music channel. I know that it’s bad music for the most part, but I just get really sad if I do not have some sort of music going. It’s like a curse, or better yet, an addiction. Yes, it’s true. My name is Kellie, and I’m addicted to music. There are a few shows that I do not miss whenever they are on.

It’s probably no surprise to anyone that I am a die-hard Battlestar Galactica fan. Anyone that’s known me for more than ten minutes can tell you this. I didn’t get on board with BSG until the third season, when Eric brought over some of the Season one and two DVD’s and I pretty much inhaled them one after another. I love this series so much for so many different reasons. My favorite character is by far Kara “Starbuck” Thrace (played by Katee Sackhoff). She’s everything I want to be in a woman: tough, intelligent, beautiful, not afraid to get what she wants, and doesn’t take crap from anyone.

The struggle of Cylon vs. human in an epic struggle for survival makes for great drama. Season Four has been explosive in a way that makes me ready to tune in every Friday night waiting for what would happen. I have laughed, cried, gotten angry, and really sympathized with these characters during their trials, tribulations, and triumphs. I cheered when Callie died, and I rejoiced when Starbuck and Lee had a tender moment upon her return. Yes, I’m one of those fangirls that believe that Lee and Kara are meant to be lovers rather than brother and sister.

Before I go off on another tangent and this becomes a “Why Kellie loves BSG” post, I should move on to other TV shows. Though nothing will ever take the top spot over BSG, I also enjoy other shows. Doctor Who has been great this season, and it has the added benefit of being on right before Battlestar Galactica. Friday nights are like an awesome two-for-one special. I like Ugly Betty and Grey’s Anatomy, Scrubs (though I’m pretty sure it’s finished now), ABC soaps, and Heroes. I haven’t seen a new episode of Heroes in forever though.

I like Reality TV such as American Idol, Dancing with the Stars, Wife Swap, Supernanny, and various VH1 and MTV shows. I love Flavor of Love and Rock of Love. I just can’t help it! If I had to pick one guilty pleasure, it would probably be Degrassi: The Next Generation (Friday nights on The N). I watched the original when I was a kid, and I admit that I tune in on Friday nights to see what the gang does.

Are you appalled yet? Stay tuned to see what I say next!