“We’ve been on the run” …. trying to escape the boring underrated season 3 of The O.C.
The season had its good moments…like when Marisa died and any time Taylor did anything. But overall, it was levels below the first and second seasons, as far as creativity goes. I didn’t feel invested in season 3, like I was in seasons 1 and 2, but with the recent availability of the Season 4 premiere, I think The O.C.’s luck is changing, because this TV Addict is officially a fan once again!
There are so many things that I already love about this season. Without giving too much away, here’s what I’m excited for as the season rolls on.
As I continue to spent time with the Walker family, I find myself enjoying BROTHER & SISTERS more and more. Throw in EVERWOOD’s Treat Williams (Dr. Andy Brown) in the opening scene, and you’ve hooked me for the season. What a treat it was to see Treat Williams sans beard back on television (Yup, still bitter over EVERWOOD’S cancellation — by the way, how is that new show RUNAWAY doing on the CW?). My EVERWOOD obsession aside, Treat wasn’t the only guest star from the Greg Berlanti stock of players. JACK & BOBBY’S Keri Lynn Pratt (Missy) played an adorable intern on Kitty’s political talk show. Kerry Lynn is definitely making the guest star rounds this fall, having also stopped by VERONICA MARS and CSI. When is she going to get her own show?
For the first half of UGLY BETTY, I was almost ready to propose a title change to WHINEY BETTY. Honestly, how many more weeks do I need to watch Betty ‘not fit in’. She has an incredible job in one of the world’s best cities, perhaps she should stop whining and try to enjoy life.
On the GREY’S ANATOMY front, how much am I loving season 3. Pretty much every doctor had a brief moment to shine in this fantastic installment. Dr. Bailey telling Addison, “No man defines who you are”. Addison’s conversation with Meredith, “They only reason we’re having this conversation is because when the drugs wear off you’ll never remember it.” Meredith’s medicated ramblings. McDreamy finally winning the battle between himself and McVet (couldn’t see that coming!) McSteamy telling Alex to fetch him a cappuccino (Alex really IS going to miss Addison, she rocks). McSteamy and Callie, Poor George! And of course, Izzie’s meeting with Denny’s father.
Finally, THE OFFICE. A far better episode that last week’s ‘Dwight-centric’ installment. In this TV addict’s opinion, a little Dwight goes a long way. I really enjoyed the Jim and Karen story-line. I imagine the ‘chip incident’ or something similar is how Jim and Pam started their relationship off (sorry Jim/Pam Shippers). I also thoroughly enjoyed the grief circle with the ball game. Any tv show that can reference THE LION KING and WEEKEND AT BERNIES within the same scene makes me smile. 