“The Vampire Diaries”: Who’s after Elena now?
From left, Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley in "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo by Quantrell Colbert
Nice trick Katherine (Nina Dobrev) tried using witch Lucy (Natashia Williams) to put Elena (Dobrev) under a spell in order to deter Damon (Ian Somerhalder and Stefan (Paul Wesley) from killing her – too bad Lucy was related to one of Katherine’s foes.
Is Katherine out of the picture for good now?
I bet not.
Will Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) find real romance with Bonnie (Katerina Graham – there seemed to be some sparks between them tonight – they would make an intriguing couple.
No surprise here at all about Tayler’s (Michael Trevino) fate, but I’m glad Caroline (Candice Accola) was able to keep Matt (Zach Roerig) from succeeding in his role in Katherine’s plan.
I hope Lucy stays true to her word in the show tonight and makes another appearance – Natashia Williams’ performance was a strong one.
Last, but not least, what’s the situation behind Elena being in peril again – and who’s behind it?
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW Network.
– Melissa Hayer
mhayer@opubco.com
From left, Natashia Williams and Nina Dobrev in "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo by Quantrell Colbert
“The Vampire Diaries”: Damon the Heart Stealer
From left, Paul Wesley, NIna Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder of "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo by Art Streiber.
WOW!
Lots of developments in tonight’s episode of “The Vampire Diaries”!
First of all, we found out the main purpose of the moonstone finally, but that doesn’t seem to be why Katherine (Nina Dobrev) wants it.
Also, though it was in a booby-trapped location, it still seemed a little too easy for Elena (Dobrev) and Stefan (Paul Wesley) to find where Katherine and Mason had hidden it.
Just dangerous enough to cause some more vampire drama.
It was nice to see Caroline (Candice Accola) and her mom bonding, but I’m glad Caroline compelled her before she took her home – I didn’t trust that her mom wouldn’t spill the beans about Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan.
With Jenna (Sara Canning), Katherine chillingly showed how she’s not one to be taken lightly.
Will Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) be able to make her pay for what she did to Jenna?
Are Elena and Stefan really separated?
Why does Katherine need a werewolf?
Most interesting of all tonight however, I thought, was Damon displaying his old bad boy ways during his interrogation of Mason.
Who would’ve thought Mason (Taylor Kinney) would lose his heart to Damon?
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW.
- Melissa Hayer
mhayer@opubco.com
“The Vampire Diaries”: A surprise alliance
Taylor Kinney and Marguerite MacIntyre in "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
Great development on “The Vampire Diaries” tonight involving Katherine (Nina Dobrev) and Mason (Taylor Kinney)!
Even though Stefan (Paul Wesley) tried to make a truce with Mason, I knew Mason wasn’t serious about agreeing to it.
I was surprised about him telling Sheriff Forbes (Marguerite MacIntyre) about Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan, however.
Caroline (Candice Accola) showing who she really is to her mother in order to save Damon and Stefan was yet another step in the amazing growth her character has had since becoming a vampire.
Stefan’s plan to get stronger ended up in another passionate scene with Elena, and Damon showed a little bit of his humane side again.
I predict Tyler (Michael Trevino) will become a werewolf – but what exactly is the purpose of the moonstone?
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW.
Melissa Hayer
mhayer@opubco.com
Ian Somerhalder in "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
“The Vampire Diaries”: More juicy back story and wolf puns
Taylor Kinney and Ian Somerhalder in "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
I enjoyed Damon’s (Ian Somerhalder) wolf puns in tonight’s episode of “The Vampire Diaries,” and his faceoff with Mason (Taylor Kinney) should be the start of something exciting.
Katherine (Nina Dobrev) continues to surprise with her self-induced resistance to vervain and it was nice to be able to see in the back story part of the episode how she fell in love with Stefan (Paul Wesley).
I hope the romance between Alaric (Matt Davis) and Jenna (Sara Canning) keeps going.
It was also delightful to watch Elena (Nina Dobrev) and Katherine in a scene together – if only Elena had asked the right questions.
And Taylor (Michael Trevino) found out what triggers the werewolf curse – will he be able to avoid it?
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW.
– Melissa Hayer
“Vampire Diaries:” Werewolves picked up the pace tonight
Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder on "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo by Bob Mahoney
Well, I’m certainly no longer disinterested in the werewolf story line on “The Vampire Diaries.”
Though still not as fascinating as the vampires, the werewolves brought some excitement tonight, especially considering the information that Elena (Nina Dobrev), Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Alaric (Matt Davis) found out about them.
How long will it be before a vampire tangles with a werewolf?
Caroline’s (Candice Accola) plight is absorbing as well.
The assistance she’s getting from Stefan and the relationship they’re building is entertaining.
The choice Caroline made at the end of the episode was one that made her character very sympathetic.
Has Damon truly lost Elena’s friendship?
I seriously doubt it.
And next week, Katherine will be back – can’t wait.
“The Vampire Diaries” airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on The CW.
– Melissa Hayer
“Vampire Diaries”: Vampires vs. werewolves
Paul Wesley and Nina Dobrev in "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo
Is anyone else disinterested in the werewolf story line on “The Vampire Diaries?”
I realize the point is to add to the plot of the show, but I just haven’t been able to get engaged in this part of the tale.
I hope Caroline (Candice Accola) “survives” – I kind of enjoyed it when she pushed Damon.
Caroline hasn’t been one of my most favorite characters, but this new “turn” for her character has made her much more interesting.
And, the scene with Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Elena (Nina Dobrev) sitting at the top of the ferris wheel – super-romantic – which is what “The Vampire Diaries” does best.
– Melissa Hayer
Paul Wesley in "The Vampire Diaries." - The CW Photo
“Vampire Diaries” second season has begun
Paul Wesley, Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo
“Vampire Diaries” fans:
Has Damon turned to the dark side for good?
(I certainly hope not. I felt bad for him after what Katherine and Elena said to him, but he shouldn’t have let his anger and pain get the best of him.)
What do you think Katherine’s up to?
(It’s going to be interesting to see what her big plan is. Nina Dobrev is good at playing Katherine – it’s fun to watch her play two roles that are so different in the same show.)
Stefan was right when he tried to get Damon to go the solidarity route against Katherine – what do you think will happen between Damon and Stefan now?
Let me know what you “Vampire Diaries” aficionados think about the second season premiere.
– Melissa Hayer
The CW’s “Life Unexpected” lives up to its name in second season premiere
Kerr Smith as Ryan, Shiri Appleby as Cate, Kristoffer Polaha as Baze, Britt Robertson as Lux, Austin Basis as Math. - The CW Photo
The second season of “Life Unexpected” picks up with Ryan (Kerr Smith) and Cate (Shiri Appleby) being newly married and life is stable, for a few minutes into the episode.
Cate’s daughter Lux (Britt Robertson) is immediately faced with making a decision about her relationship with her boyfriend Bug (Rafi Gavron).
In the first season, Lux had been reunited with Cate at the age of 15, after Cate had given her up for adoption when she had Lux as as a teenager herself.
Lux’s father Baze (Kristoffer Polaha) had also been involved in the reunion and romantic feelings between he and Cate haven’t been completely resolved.
Ryan and Cate, a morning radio show team, are thrown a curveball when they get back to work after their wedding.
A new member has been added to their morning show team – a “marriage expert.”
Baze has hired a new bartender, which results in a big change for his bar.
Lux also meets a new guy who she winds up getting officially introduced to at the end of the show by family friend/teacher Math (Austin Basis).
This introduction catches the two new acquaintances off guard.
“Life Unexpected” certainly lives up to its name with so many developments in one episode.
It’s definitely a show that’s never boring, and, that fact, along with its engaging characters, makes me glad that The CW brought it back for another season.
The second season of “Life Unexpected” premieres at 8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 14 on The CW Network.
– Melissa Hayer
CW Network has announced fall premiere dates; “The Vampire Diaries” second season begins Sept. 9
From left: Ian Somerhalder, Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo
The CW Network has revealed its 2010 fall premiere schedule, with its fifth broadcast season including ten hours of original programming of returning shows and two new series, according to a news release.
♦♦♦ Wednesday, Sept. 8: Cycle 15 of reality series “America’s Next Top Model” starts off the season at 7 p.m., followed by the series premiere of the drama “Hellcats” at 8 p.m. “Hellcats” is about a pre-law student (Aly Michalka, “Bandslam”) who loses her scholarship and has to join the college’s cheerleading squad. Ashley Tisdale co-stars.
♦♦♦ Thursday, Sept. 9: The hit show “The Vampire Diaries” returns for its second season premiere at 7 p.m. New action-drama series “Nikita” debuts next at 8 p.m. “Nikita” stars Maggie Q (“Mission: Impossible III”) in the title role as a U.S. government spy/assassin who rebels against the system.
♦♦♦ Monday, Sept. 13: The third season premiere of “90210″ airs at 7 p.m. followed by the fourth season premiere of “Gossip Girl” at 8 p.m.
♦♦♦ Tuesday, Sept. 14: “One Tree Hill” begins its eighth season at 7 p.m., leading into the second season debut of “Life Unexpected” at 8 p.m.
♦♦♦ Friday, Sept. 24: The tenth and final season of “Smallville” premieres at 7 p.m. with “Supernatural’s” sixth season debuting next at 8 p.m.
Here is a quick-view list of The CW’s fall premiere schedule:
Wednesday, Sept. 8
7 p.m. “America’s Next Top Model”
8 p.m. “Hellcats”
Thursday, Sept. 9
7 p.m. “The Vampire Diaries
8 p.m. “Nikita”
Monday, Sept. 13
7 p.m. “90210″
8 p.m. “Gossip Girl”
Tuesday, Sept. 14
7 p.m. “One Tree Hill”
8 p.m. “Life Unexpected”
Friday, Sept. 24
7 p.m. “Smallville”
8 p.m. “Supernatural”
The CW Network announces its fall 2010-11 schedule
Maggie Q as "Nikita" - The CW Photo
Two new dramas and two new reality series are included in The CW Network’s fall 2010-11 schedule, according to a press release.
“Nikita,” starring Maggie Q (“Mission Impossible III) was rescued from death row by a secret U.S. agency and trained to be a spy and assassin. She was ultimately betrayed, and, after three years in hiding, is seeking retribution. “Nikita” is a reboot of the ’90s series “La Femme Nikita.”
“Hellcats,” starring Aly Michalka (“Phil of the Future) and Ashley Tisdale (“High School Musical”), is about Marti Perkins (Michalka), a pre-law student at Lancer University in Memphis, Tenn., who becomes a member of the cheerleading team to stay in school after losing her scholarship.
“Plain Jane,” a makeover series hosted by British fashion expert Louise Roe and “Shedding for the Wedding,” which involves ten overweight engaged couples competing for the wedding of their dreams, comprise the reality shows.
“Melrose Place,” “High Society” and “Fly Girls” have been cancelled.
“The Vampire Diaries,” “Gossip Girl” and “Life Unexpected” are included in the returning shows, with “Smallville” also coming back for its tenth and final season
The CW Network 2010-11 fall schedule is as follows:
MONDAY
7 p.m. “90210″
8 p.m. “Gossip Girl”
TUESDAY
7 p.m. “One Tree Hill”
8 p.m. “Life Unexpected”
WEDNESDAY
7 p.m. “America’s Next Top Model”
8 p.m. “Hellcats”
THURSDAY
7 p.m. “The Vampire Diaries”
8 p.m. “Nikita”
FRIDAY
7 p.m. “Smallville”
8 p.m. “Supernatural”
From left: Ian Somerhalder, Nina Dobrev, and Paul Wesley of "The Vampire Diaries" - The CW Photo
