Friday Night Lights: 20th Anniversary

“Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, Can’t Lose.” From the original book to Peter Berg’s film, and then into a series that’s still remembered, this story clearly has legs. Now, with talk of a revival in the air, it just proves that the themes still strike a chord—teamwork, resilience, and the human spirit behind the sport. Billy Bob Thornton brings gravitas to the coach, while Connie Britton—who fans later adored in the TV version—starts to shape that role here. Jay Hernandez, Derek Luke, and Lucas Black all give performances that feel grounded, while Tim McGraw surprises with his dramatic chops. It’s not … Continue reading Friday Night Lights: 20th Anniversary

“The 101 Best Written TV Series Of All Time” According To WGA/TV Guide

The WGA in cooperation with TV Guide has released their list of the 101 (or so) Best Written TV Series Of All Time. Here’s that list:

1) The Sopranos- HBO

2) Seinfeld- NBC

3) The Twilight Zone- CBS

4) All In The Family- CBS

5) MASH- CBS

6) The Mary Tyler Moore Show- CBS

7) Mad Men- AMC

8) Cheers- NBC

9) The Wire- HBO

10) The West Wing- NBC

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