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TV reviews for drama, superheroes, sports and martial arts & great girl role models

31 results
  • Review
    Ring of Fire

    Poignant, inspiring bio pays homage to June Carter Cash.
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Betty & Coretta

    Moving tribute to two civil rights widows' legacies.
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    11
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    The Carrie Diaries

    Sex and the City prequel is edgy but has merit for teens.
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    13
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Deception

    High-society whodunit downplays sex, drugs, and violence.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Christmas with Holly

    Heartwarming story of overcoming grief is great family fare.
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    10
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Power Rangers Ninja Storm

    Kids will love this violent, rather clever superhero show.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    In Vogue: The Editor's Eye

    Fascinating battle stories from fashion's front line.
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    12
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Mistle-Tones

    Festive music accents sweet story that has bullying themes.
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    11
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Good Witch's Charm

    Sweet TV movie sequel has cross-generational appeal.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Emily Owens, M.D.

    Light medical drama explores social hierarchies, crushes.
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    13
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Arrow

    Dark superhero tale raises discussion points for teens.
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    13
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Call the Midwife

    Sublime British medical drama with explicit birth scenes.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Made in Jersey

    Blue-collar lawyer proves herself in mature legal drama.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Major Crimes

    A strong female lead anchors gripping crime drama.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Political Animals

    Star power anchors intricate, boozy dirty-politics series.
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    16
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Newsroom

    Newsy drama targets adults; some drinking, mature themes.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Bunheads

    Likable drama blends good role models, small-town humor.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman

    Campy '90s tale still delights, but expect some violence.
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    12
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Hardy Boys Nancy Drew Mysteries

    Squeaky-clean teens solve mysteries in 1970s drama.
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    9
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Luck

    Adult-oriented horse drama is heavy on language and sex.
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    17
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Jane by Design

    Unlikely teen drama centers on positive female role model.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Supah Ninjas
    Martial arts action has some good takeaways for kids.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Body of Proof

    Gutsy heroine with strong values rises above a so-so script.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman

    Endearing historical drama is a classic for families.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2009)
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    H2O: Just Add Water

    Aussie mermaids send positive messages to tweens.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2008)