I like my horror/scary projects to be atmospheric. A jump scare is OK, but I prefer a general feeling of unease coupled with a tinge of a slow burn. It’s why I love Something Undone. Debuting Friday on CBC Gem, Something Undone—created by and starring Madison Walsh and Michael Musi—manages what I thought was unthinkable: … Continue reading CBC Gem’s Something Undone a genuine scare-fest
Over the course of three and a half seasons, Millwood Police Chief Owen Beckbie has become one of Burden of Truth’s most intriguing characters as he’s confronted racism within the police department and faced distrust from the Indigenous community he grew up in. As portrayed by actor Meegwun Fairbrother, Beckbie is conflicted but highly moral, … Continue reading Burden of Truth: Meegwun Fairbrother on Beckbie’s journey and bringing an Indigenous POV to the writer’s room
But changes are afoot for the ladies when Workin’ Moms returns to CBC on Tuesday night. Like many programs, COVID-19 impacted production on the primetime comedy both creatively and physically. Production on the show, which is usually filmed indoors, was in many instances moved outside. And, the pandemic worked its way into the Carlson’s plans: … Continue reading Workin’ Moms: Catherine Reitman and Dani Kind talk Season 5
[Spoiler alert! Do not continue reading until you have watched “Murdoch Checks in.”] “It’s great to see Murdoch and Ogden together in such an informal setting, and just enjoy each other’s company. They work so well together, their skills combine to create a perfect detective team.” That’s what Noelle Girard, writer, and co-producer on Murdoch … Continue reading Murdoch Mysteries: Writer Noelle Girard breaks down “Murdoch Checks in”
[Spoiler alert: Do not continue reading until you have watched “Shock Value.] I love getting Maureen Jennings’ take on episodes she has written for Murdoch Mysteries. After all, she created the character of William Murdoch in her novels. Without her, there wouldn’t be Murdoch Mysteries. In Monday’s latest instalment, “Shock Value,” we were introduced to … Continue reading Murdoch Mysteries: Maureen Jennings chats about “Shock Value”
