Tag Archives: TV

What Would “The Bellman Chronicles: The Series” Look Like Anyway? Part Two

Posted on 2017/12/10 by The Hook

Because one post simply wasn’t enough, and because no one demanded a part two… But I know you really wanted one. And because as a schoolboy I was taught never to begin a sentence with “because”, I have decided to … Continue reading →

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What Would “The Bellman Chronicles: The Series” Look Like Anyway?

Posted on 2017/12/07 by The Hook

It will come as no surprise to the dozen of you who read this blog that I would very much like to see a live-action television series based on the contents of this space finally come to life. But it … Continue reading →

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5×5 With The Hook: Michael Shanks.

Posted on 2017/07/07 by The Hook

I’ve said it before (mostly to the wife) but I really mean it this time: You’re going to remember this one for a long time. With a career spanning decades (he first appeared on fandom’s collective radar in 1993 with … Continue reading →

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Saving Hope Only Has A Few Months To Live…

Posted on 2017/03/31 by The Hook

…But those few months are going to be glorious. And heart-breaking. And gut-wrenching. And well, you get the point, right? For millions of viewers like my daughter and myself, Saving Hope has become a part of the fabric of our … Continue reading →

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5×5 With The Hook: Dennis Andres.

Posted on 2017/02/20 by The Hook

Let’s face facts, the world isn’t exactly the funnest place to be these days, is it? In my humble opinion, anyone who can help us forget the fires burning outside our door is a hero. To that end, today’s guest, … Continue reading →

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5×5 With The Hook: Alan Doyle.

Posted on 2017/01/20 by The Hook

I still can’t believe the words, “5×5 With The Hook: Alan Doyle” appear above these. As a good, patriotic Canadian lad I consider today’s guest a true Canuck legend. Of course, Alan would heartily disagree (as a Canadian, born and … Continue reading →

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5×5 With The Hook: Robert Carli.

Posted on 2016/11/28 by The Hook

Robert Carli is arguably the most vital cast member of Murdoch Mysteries you’ve never heard of. Hardcore Murdochians know Carli as one of Canada’s most prolific film and television composers. Before a single actor appears, his work is the first … Continue reading →

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Murdoch Monday – On a Tuesday.

Posted on 2016/10/18 by The Hook

Life is all about balance. And perspective. And control… Okay, so life is actually about many things. But right now, though, I’m going to concentrate on balance, all right? “Great Balls of Fire: Part Two”, the second episode of Murdoch … Continue reading →

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5×5 With The Hook: Dave Blass.

Posted on 2016/08/15 by The Hook

Dave Blass is one of the luckiest humans on the planet. Not to mention one of the hardest-working souls on Earth. And no, he didn’t pay me to type that nor do I want to marry him, thank you very … Continue reading →

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What Lies Beneath?

Posted on 2016/07/16 by The Hook

The query came as I was still getting my morning bearings, without the benefit of coffee, I might add. “Have you heard about The Girl, Hook? She killed herself. She jumped over the Falls” (Out of respect for the memory … Continue reading →

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