Don’t tell This Life‘s producers, but Torri Higginson would have worked on the show for free. The Burlington, Ont., born actress loved the humanity of Natalie Lawson, a single mom who discovers the cancer she beat has returned to take her life, so much she would have bypassed a cheque to participate. Adapted  from Radio … Continue reading Interview: Torri Higginson embraces life in CBC’s This Life
From the TV Junkies: This Life boss balances light with the dark For a more complete look at the challenges of making a successful adaptation, balancing light moments with what could be a depressing topic and a look at what’s to come in This Life’s first season, The TV Junkies spoke with showrunner Joseph Kay … Continue reading Link: This Life boss balances light with the dark
I couldn’t get enough of Flashpoint when it was on the air. The characters, the writing and the production values were incredible; every week I knew the writers would throw a storyline my way that would draw me in. And it all started with that iconic opening theme music. Whether it be instrumental or with … Continue reading 12 Awesome Canadian TV Show Theme Songs
Before landing his role on the award-winning Battlestar Galactica as Karl ‘Helo’ Agathon, Tahmoh Penikett starred in the final season of the critically acclaimed Canadian series Cold Squad. After Battlestar Galactica, he went on to star in Dollhouse by Joss Whedon. He has guest-starred on a variety of series, including recurring roles on Castle, Supernatural, … Continue reading TV Eh B Cs podcast 25: Tahmoh Penikett’s Portals Prophecies and Pants
Join Greg and Diane every Monday as we debate what’s on our minds. This week: now that Netflix has helped bring Degrassi and Trailer Park Boys back to life, what are the top five Canadian shows we think they should they revive? She Said: I don’t think every show — even every good show — should … Continue reading He Said/She Said: Canadian shows in need of a Netflix rescue
