I’m so outta #TheLoop
The Loop premiered on Eleven this morning, and while the comparisons to predecessor Video Hits are easy, it delivered a sharp & fun show that has a good opportunity to fill a void created by Ch10. Hosts Scott Tweedie & Ash London played well off each other with scripted banter, though it's too early to claim any chemistry yet. Ironically it is seasoned host Tweedie who looked the most stiff while newcomer London was relaxed & seemed to be enjoying the ride. Let's face it - any … [Read More...]
Smash
Quite possibly the biggest drama of the year to come out of the United States, Smash is the adult Glee - big budget, big attitude, big numbers. Another one of those shows where if you don't have Foxtel it might be worth getting it just for this. From the press release: There's nothing more exciting than the opening night of a hit Broadway musical, except maybe what happens getting there – this is the story of Smash. One of the most acclaimed US drama pilots of the season, the series … [Read More...]
Adam Hills In Gordon Street Tonight returns
Adam Hills In Gordon Street Tonight was a genuine joy to watch every week during it's season in 2011. With Adam & co-host Hannah Gadsby returning in 2012, the expectations are higher as we all know how good it was - and for an first episode back, the guest list isn't shoddy at all. From the press release: ADAM HILLS IN GORDON ST TONIGHT returns to ABC1 on Wednesday February 8 at 8.30pm with an all‐star guest line‐up, including actress ESSIE DAVIS, actors and comedians ROB SITCH and … [Read More...]
Suburgatory
Life is hard. When your Dad uproots you from your friends and your life and moves you out to the suburbs, I can see how it might be tough. Welcome to Suburgatory. From the press release: Forget purgatory – welcome to Suburgatory, a devilish version of suburban hell in the form of a new comedy series premiering Sunday, February 5, at 8.00pm on GO! Suburgatory stars Jeremy Sisto (Law & Order), Jane Levy (Shameless), Carly Chaikin (The Last Song), Allie Grant (Weeds), Rex Lee … [Read More...]
MolksTVTalk – the Podcast – S02E01
We're back, baby! There's already so much going on in 2012 we can all barely keep up with it. The one thing we can be sure about: this year is going to be one of the most hotly contested ratings years we've seen in a long time. New boss at Ch10 vs Ch7's big red train still barrelling along vs the ABC's pluckiness vs Ch9 pushing hard to get out of the number 2 spot. This week, I (SteveMolk) had the chance to attend the Brisbane launch of Channel 7's 2012 schedule and speak with a number of … [Read More...]
The reality of the situation
From Monday 30 January 2012, if you don't like reality TV programming you'll be doing exactly what the free-to-air networks don't want you to do - turning off the box and doing something else. With the Australian Open Tennis finishing the night before it opens the way for a charge of Ch7 programming that's been waiting to start "after the tennis". Welcome to the screen My Kitchen Rules and Please Marry My Boy. With Channel 10 launching its 2012 ratings assault the week before, it has already … [Read More...]
Seven Network 2012 program schedule launch (BNE)
Channel 7 enter 2012 riding the wave that has carried them to the top over the last 5 years. It's taken a lot of hard work by the network but some risks and some good fortune have helped the "big red train" gain momentum and cruise through 2011, seemingly unstoppable. Attending the 2012 program launch in Brisbane last night the network showed off it's coming schedule with a confidence befitting the number one network in the country. Held at The Powerhouse in New Farm, all guests were … [Read More...]
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