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Blade: The Series: Pilot (2006)
It Could Go Either Way
As movie spin-offs go, Blade shows promise, but it does have a proving ground to cover first. The lead actor, Kirk Jones (or "Sticky Fingaz," as he is credited), was a bit wooden in much of his delivery, but did an overall passable job. In order to carry the show, he will need to become much more comfortable in his role. His assistant has very little backstory available, though that may very well change as the show progresses.
However, the vampires are ready and set. With a cast that, amusingly enough, is pilfered from various "Stargate: SG-1" episodes, the vampire clan is interesting and presents a truly engaging enemy for Blade to fight. Marcus Van Sciver, played by Neil Jackson, is a fun mix of evil vampire and capable clan-leader. The various jockeyings for position amongst the members of the clan open up a lot of avenues for great story lines, especially when played against the loyalty to Marcus displayed by vampires like Fritz. Krista's conflict as a new vampire in the middle of an old fight is genuinely intriguing.
Overall, the show is worth watching, at least to get a feel for where it may go from here. It isn't spectacular, and it may never get there, but it doesn't crash and burn right at the outset, either, and it certainly shows a lot of good potential.
Dance Fever (2003)
Refreshing
This, ladies and gentlemen, is reality TV as it should be!
For once, a reality show that does not promote cat fights, backbiting, pointless relationships, and public stupidity. "Dance Fever" showcases the best amateur dancers that the producers can find, who perform just about every style of dance under the sun. From interpretive ballet to clogging to freestyle to underground, the stage allows those beings blessed with quick feet to do what they do best in whatever style they love. The judges comments are not insulting or pointless, and even the harshest of criticisms are obviously constructive in nature, with a view to encourage the participants and instruct them on how to improve. Even the backstage comments, although they can sometimes be slightly less than completely complimentary, are never unbelievably catty or pointless ranting.
I wish that there were more reality shows like this one. This show encourages and promotes excellence in art, something that is seen all-to-infrequently, and is quite frankly entertaining. ***** out of *****