Modern Family Review: "Egg Drop" (Episode 3.12)
Modern Family has had an uneven third season thus far, falling into predictable paths for throwaway laughs and crafting plots that really go anywhere. (Like what was the point of last week’s trophy competition between Cam and Mitchell?) But the show finally cast off the doldrums with this week’s ‘Egg Drop”, a fast-paced, zany episode that had the Pritchett and Dunphy clans involved in various hi-jinks—and not just for cheap laughs. read more
Found in: TV, ReviewsModern Family Review: "Lifetime Supply" (Episode 3.11)
Even during its winter break, _Modern Family_ was busy off the airwaves—collecting accolades. The ABC show earned Golden Globe nominations for Best Television Series, and for best supporting actor (Eric Stonestreet) and actress (Sofia Vergara). The Screen Actors Guild Awards also honored the cast with nominations, including Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series and individual nods to Ty Burrell, Eric Stonestreet, Julie Bowen and Sofia Vergara. read more
Found in: TV, ReviewsThe 10 Best Sitcoms of 2011
If the last few years of television were all about the rise of reality, 2012 was marked by a resurgence of the sitcom. Just looking at some of the supporting cast members in the list below—Zach Galifianakis, Danny DeVito, Alec Baldwin, Rob Lowe and Chevy Chase—it's been a while since sitcoms have been this strong. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayModern Family Review: "Express Christmas" (Episode 3.10)
Last night’s episode of Modern Family opened in an unusual way: The entire family—even toddler Lily and French bulldog Stella—gathered around Gloria’s and Jay’s pool just lounging in the sun AND getting along. When does that ever happen? read more
Found in: TV, ReviewsThe 20 Best TV Characters of 2011
Unlike the 120 minutes of a feature film, we get to watch our most beloved TV characters develop over the course of several seasons. The best of them become dear to us, even if they—like many on this list—would make terrible friends. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayThe 20 Best TV Shows of 2011
Today we look at the TV shows that made us laugh, cry or root for a meth cook. There’s no reality to be found except the frightening realities covered by a pair of fake news shows. But there’s plenty of comedy, drama and, of course, zombies. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayModern Family Review: "After the Fire" (Episode 3.08)
There were moments of surprising absurdity (such as a quick alpaca sighting) in this week’s Modern Family—a welcome relief to viewers subject to tried/tired-and-true sitcom formulas week after week. (Yes, Whitney, we’re looking at you.) read more
Found in: TV, ReviewsModern Family Review: "Treehouse" (Episode 3.07)
Steven Levitan, co-creator of Modern Family, cracked us up at the Emmys in September during an acceptance speech. Thanking the audience after the show picked up the award for Best Comedy, he told a story about a gay couple who thanked him for making people more tolerant. Levitan quipped, “…there is absolutely nothing wrong with a loving, committed relationship between an old man and a hot young woman.” A beat: “And looking around this room tonight, I see many of you agree.” Levitan wrote this week’s episode, “Treehouse,” and it showed. There were dozens of quick jokes that kept the... read more
Found in: TV, ReviewsNBC Inks White House Comedy Deal
What would happen if you combined the dysfunctional Bluth family from Arrested Development and the dysfunctional work experience from 30 Rockread more
Found in: TV, NewsModern Family Review: “Go Bullfrogs!” (Episode 3.6)
Phil Dunphy once again saves the day in this week’s middle-of-the-road Modern Family episode. read more
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