LouderVoice Reviews by TV Treats

Heroes Season 3

2008-09-30T23:56:54Z

rating: 3
When pretty much anyone can time travel or resurrect themselves, where is the drama and the tension? After a brilliant first season and a patchy second one, this poor third one feels like the last gasps of writers who are out of ideas.

Harry and Paul

2008-09-30T23:47:48Z

rating: 2

This is actually painful to watch but then once every twenty minutes I laugh out loud. 1980's style sketch show co-starring the man who made...

Doctor Who (2008, S04E01)

2008-04-09T14:45:38Z

rating: 4
The previews of "Partners in Crime" had me worried but they were wrong, a great fun episode to launch the new series. My biggest concern, Catherine Tate, turns out to be a pleasant surprise and I think she'll fit in well. The plot is one of the more...

Torchwood (Exit Wounds, S02E13)

2008-04-07T01:29:14Z

rating: 5
Wow, they pulled it off, absolute highlight of the season. Utterly riveting, feelings of sadness, empathy and loss. Why can't they deliver at this level all the time. But no cliffhanger? Captain John's first appearance in the show was silly, high camp...

Knight Rider (Pilot, 2008)

2008-04-01T20:34:36Z

rating: 2
If you grew up in the 80's then you must have felt a pang when you heard they were making this. Yes, the original was cheesy as hell but it was also great fun. This is a pretty poor update but had enough to keep me watching to the end.

Torchwood (Fragments)

2008-03-27T02:05:04Z

rating: 3
Not sure what to make of this one. Distinct signs of budget running out completely but great twist at end. Team (except Gwen) investigate alien activity in deserted building. It blows up. History of each joining Torchwood then shown. The premise was a...

Torchwood (Adrift)

2008-03-27T01:41:28Z

rating: 4
Not a bad mix at all in this episode with Gwen's personal and professional life interfering with each other. Kid disappears, Gwen's old police flame asks her to help, strangeness is uncovered. The whole episode revolves around the massive number of...

Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles

2008-03-25T10:58:59Z

rating: 4
After the debacle of Terminator 3, my heart sank when I heard they were making a Terminator TV Series. However, the ads during the build-up looked positive and I was so happy to find something that ain't too bad at all.

Torchwood (From Out of The Rain)

2008-03-20T15:21:33Z

rating: 1
Easily the worst episode of Torchwood ever. What the hell was it about? The boogie man? Ghosts? A complete collapse in creative imagination? I know they were going for the "ooooo soooo sppooooooky" vibe that the Statues episode in Doctor Who did so...

In The Name Of The Fada (RTE)

2008-03-16T14:50:22Z

rating: 4
Coming from a guy who fundamentally isn't very funny, this is a lovely piece of TV which will bring a smile to the face of anyone who has been through the Irish education system.

Torchwood (Something Borrowed)

2008-03-13T17:08:07Z

rating: 2
Just when I thought they were on the right track, they pull this clunker out of the hat. Back to poor humour, slapstick and special effects from the Evil Dead school of no-money.

Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA (Finn McCool's)

2008-03-06T13:42:18Z

rating: 4
This isn't a patch on the UK series mainly because they are desperate for conflict to improve the ratings. Having said that, this was a bloody good episode which warmed the cockles.

Torchwood (A Day in the Death)

2008-03-06T13:08:27Z

rating: 4
I'm blowing so hot and cold on this series (as the bishop.....). This one appealed to me greatly and once again shows that getting rid of the rampant campness is a good thing.

Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA

2008-01-28T12:03:31Z

rating: 4
I hate almost all of Ramsay's TV output except for the UK Kitchen Nightmares which should be mandatory viewing in all UK catering colleges. The business of feeding people is deeply interesting. Whilst this US one is good, all his worst traits are...

Torchwood (2008)

2008-01-17T00:47:49Z

rating: 3
I had been looking forward to this for ages. Whilst last year's series had its ups and downs, overall it impressed. This season premier for 2008 was a huge disappointment. Less Doctor Who spin-off, more Queer as Folkwood. Sure there have always be the...

Top Gear (Autumn 2007)

2007-10-28T21:28:26Z

rating: 4
It's a kids programme for adults. I've loved it since it was serious and boring. Hate to miss it now

Californication Season 1

2007-10-28T18:34:03Z

rating: 4
Pleasantly surprised to find an enjoyable, fun , leightweight comedy with a little bit of bite. Duchovny is back!

Bionic Woman Season 1

2007-10-28T18:25:57Z

rating: 3
I really do want to like this but it is just so weak. Episode 5 was a welcome improvement but it needs more.

Heroes Season 2

2007-10-20T12:47:59Z

rating: 2
It's not getting any better, possibly even worse. The Darby O'Gill and the Little People story line has to end soon, please.

The Riches (Season 1)

2007-10-06T10:19:30Z

rating: 1
Probably pitched as The Grifters meets The Beverly Hillbillies but it's just a bunch of thieving gyppos doing uninteresting things.

The Tudors (Season 1)

2007-10-06T09:57:57Z

rating: 4
An enjoyable historical romp with plenty of welcome nudity.

Bionic Woman (2007) Premier

2007-10-01T09:59:09Z

rating: 3
An odd mishmash of other TV series with only a weak link to the wonderful 1970's original. When will I overcome my Zoe Slater bias?

Crisis On Jimmy's Farm

2007-09-09T23:51:45Z

rating: 4
I want to hate Jimmy but I can't. I love what he wants to achieve. This series looks like it will be as good as the others

Jonathan Ross Autumn 2007 Season Premier

2007-09-09T23:40:57Z

rating: 3
Nothing new from Wossie except a beard. Repeat guests as always. Keira pretty but bony and little to say being only 22.

My Name is Earl (Cops Episode)

2007-09-07T13:40:19Z

rating: 5
I love this series but the Cops episode from last night was pure genius. Absolute laugh out loud brilliant. I just wish Jason Lee tried to escape on a skateboard.

Hell's Kitchen

2007-09-06T09:09:49Z

rating: 4
The UK version now has Marco Pierre White running the show and it is far better for it. What an inspirational character. And what a bunch of bozos he has to manage.

CSI Vegas Series 7

2007-09-03T14:13:24Z

rating: 3
Dreadful start to the new series. First two episodes of multi-parter all over the place. Multiple plot-lines but little interest.

The Restaurant (UK TV Series)

2007-09-03T10:00:28Z

rating: 3

Jamie At Home

2007-09-03T09:40:58Z

rating: 4
More reasons to like a guy I previously could not abide. Some great veg recipes from his garden. Makes me feel bad for neglecting my own.