Grey’s Area

She could not die. Meredith Grey is “Grey’s Anatomy.” Upon her expiration, the show could not simply restart. With that stated, their potential death storyline was intriguing and encompassing. The plot evolved from standard medical drama circumstance, doctors responding amidst a disaster, to compelling emotional cliffhanger, to cheesy parody of death which invited the question, what was the point?

Grey’s Anatomy is television’s finest. However, these storylines are predictable and inept. A traumatic medical disaster? Sprinting toward the white light? The mother-daughter hug where heaven apparently swaps deaths? ABC’s premiere program has done better. They must recover their exemplary standard. Otherwise, they will rescind into the abyss of ordinary television.

Heidi: Beyond Words Stupid

My frustration is increasing. This week initiated with Heidi and Lauren bickering. Their skirmish subject was Heidi’s ridiculous decision to reunite with Spencer. Predictably, Heidi informed Spencer concerning Lauren’s opinion. The moron then rudely confronted Heidi’s probable ex-friend.

Sans one Audrina-Lauren dinner scene and Whitney’s three lines, the episode was completely best friends battling. The chapter concluded with an angry altercation. Heidi pleaded with Lauren, Lauren responded rationally, Heidi admitted to an inappropriate joke (Spencer buying roses for Lauren, when he had not), Lauren irately exited, and Heidi packed and departed for Spencer’s. Obvious conclusion… Lauren is correct; Heidi is a moron.

The OC: Overdue Cancellation

This show commenced with sharply written, heartwarming storylines. The OC rapidly descended into soap opera drivel. Their five seasons included mother-teenager sex, illegitimate children, lesbianism, car chases, special effects crashes, intentional and unintentional murder, alcoholism, drug abuse, and mega manipulation.

On Thursday, the series concluded. The OC’s initial season was inspired. Their second stanza was marginal. Their third, fourth, and five seasons were pathetic, desperate, and revolting. The drama was insipid and unrealistic. Whereas Laguna Beach is dialogue driven reality, the OC was twist nauseating fluff.

The OC’s cancellation was belated. Thankfully, the canning has occurred. Beverly Hills 90210, Dawson’s Creek, and the aforementioned Laguna advanced the teenage drama concept. The OC set back the model. Two decades subsequent, the airing of the series will still be regrettable.

Turner Strikes

My opinions concerning A.J. Smith and Dean Spanos have been articulated. They will not be rescinded, revoked, or modified. They will not be altered or amended. My judgment remains as stated. Smith and Spanos are morons for firing Marty Schottenheimer.

With that stated, Norv Turner is an excellent hire. Despite his 59-83-1 career ledger, Turner is a competent coach. He has twice been the unfortunate victim of egomaniacal owners. In 2000, Daniel Snyder ambushed him. Turner was fired despite a winning record. His Oakland tenure cannot be counted. He was simply persecuted subject to Al Davis’ whims.

Turner is a superb offensive tactician. He masterminded consecutive Dallas Cowboys championships. He is obviously superior to Dave Wannstedt. Wannstedt coached both the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins. Guiding San Diego’s talent, Turner should excel.

Turner is not perfect. Schottenheimer’s resume includes two hundred wins and thirteen playoff appearances. Turner’s includes a single postseason. However, Turner has proven he can survive both difficult circumstances and ownership. Given San Diego’s twin twits, his skill set is apt.

American Idol Live Blog

Stephanie Edwards (19 – Georgia)

Overwhelmingly, crowd reaction was positive. With that stated, she over sang. Randy tosses obligatory phrase, crowd cheers. Weak beginning.

Amy Krebs (22 – Washington)

Melissa Rivers phoned. She requested her face returned. Great beginning of her Bonnie Raitt cover. What is with the oversinging? You are contestants and amateurs. You are not Christina Aguilera. Simon’s initial derogatory metaphor… the contestant like a candle.

Leslie Hunt (24 – Illinois)

She is pathetic. “You make me feel…” is an emotional, vibrant song. Her performance was sans color, flair, and any properties. Aretha is screaming at the television…America, eliminate her!

Sabrina Sloan (27 – California)

Good performance. The appearance personnel accentuated her few positive features. She was not overly aggressive with the song. Simon is correct, best performance thus far.

Antonella Barba (27 – New Jersey)

Her appearance is a miserable failure. I know she borrowed Steven Tyler’s song. Did she have to borrow his lips? The performance was also wretched. She blames nerves. The song was emotionless and bland. If we were dating and she had sung me this, she would be sleeping alone. She requests advice. Mine is leave the show.

Jordin Sparks (17 - Arizona)

The ugliness continues. Fat teenagers should not wiggle as she is. Screaming to the crowd, final resort of those floundering. The song was overly poppy. Tracy Chapman is now screaming. Sparks should have chosen a different song. The judges are complimenting her? Are they hallucinating?

Nicole Tranquillo (20 – Pennsylvania)

Her appearance is flawless. However, her facial expressions are awkward. Her performance is respectable. While most have over sung, she is soulful. I completely disagree with Simon. Fake? I believed both her talent and beauty.

Haley Scarnato (24 – Texas)

Favorite Celine Dion song. Her performance is flawless. She does not over sing. She even nails the signature pause (any of my time on you since then). Her appearance is also scrumptious. What? She sounds old? Simon, I prefer mature over upbeat and ugly.

Melinda Doolittle (29 – Tennessee)

Can she block? The Oakland Raiders need a fullback. Her performance is terrible. The song is over sung. The song is overly bouncy. The song is stereotypical. The judges are complimenting her? Simon, she may not possess the arrogance. However, she definitely lacks the talent.

Alaina Alexander (24 – California)

This performance screams parody. Her singing is respectable. However, her dancing appears ritalin induced. She is also smiling excessively. “Brass In Pocket” is a great song. Her performance was marginal.

Gina Glocksen (22 – Illinois)

She expressed a desire to avoid being what she is not. She is unattractive and not talented. “All By Myself” is an emotional song. Her performance was cold.

LaKisha Jones (27 - Michigan)

Is she singing or selecting audience members to fight? Her song is over sung. Her performance is horrific. Her appearance is a nightmare. When will Idol realize obese women cannot sell records? She should have skipped Idol and auditioned for the Detroit Lions.