If it can’t be renewed for twenty-nine seasons, then you’d better adapt a novel to the screen, right? We’ve seen a lot of that lately, from dimestore comics to epic sci-fi novels. We’ve also seen a resurgence in programs about comedy, with refreshing takes on … Continue reading March Madness: Adaptation and Comedy Life
…Oh, was that the wrong sports reference? Welcome back to Screen Scholars March Madness! Some of us don’t give a wit for balls, but all of us love television. We’d be remiss if we tossed aside the one feature that brings clicks to our site–and … Continue reading March Madness 2019 Kickoff!
“Up all night, sleep all day!” Among other things, those Nostradamuses of hair metal, Slaughter, foretold of this Friday night of Peak TV. There really is just too much on (even if we believe in our heart of hearts that there is no such thing). … Continue reading What To Watch: 02/08/2019
It’s not that often that a work of fiction can fundamentally alter the way we perceive a tradition. Since 1993, at least one editor here has often forgotten that February 2nd wasn’t always synonymous with becoming stuck in a time loop. Fun fact: Harold Ramis … Continue reading What to Watch: 02/02/2018
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