2 Broke Girls S01E01 - Pilot

The first new fall show I really like, 2 Broke Girls hits all the right notes.
The real credit actually goes to Kat Dennings, who not only gives Max the dynamic she needs but adds the sass, wit and lightness that keep the numerous puns and references enjoyable.

Two And A Half Men S09E01 - Nice To Meet You, Walden Schmidt

The show screams "judge me by my looks, not by my content".

The only reason why I really hated Two And A Half Men all these years was because of Mr. Sheen. Now I just hate it because of it's horrible humor. The jokes are terribly easy and the laugh track has become it's own character to whom you don't relate. I was hoping for a complete reinvention of the show, instead it just became less horrible to look at.

The best thing about the episode were the guest stars. A nicely B-starstudded funeral and of course the revisiting of Chuck Lorre's previous creations. I loved the moment Jenna Elfman walked in right before Thomas Gibson joined her. Not only was the image of Dharma & Greg immediately back but also tweaked in the sense that suddenly, they were very different from the Dharma & Greg we remembered.

It's very ironic that the best scene of the episode had very little to do with the show itself. Kutcher might be there and might be joking but he didn't raise the bar. Instead he had to get naked to really show his assets.

In essence the show remains the same and there is nothing for me there.

How I Met Your Mother S07E01 - The Best Man

When the season opens it is immediately clear how the show will continue. In a likely event, it will be without me.
It's not that How I Met Your Mother doesn't deliver the laughs, because to a certain point it does. But even so it is to a much lesser extent than before. I don't know if it's because I am more aware of the writers' tricks or because the show outgrew itself but it was a lot of easy shooting last night.

Not in the last place because of the story. I have come to the point where I don't even care who Barney is going to marry or who Ted is going to meet. The writers keep dropping traces but never a clue and my patience has run out.
Where the show still manages to shine is character. When Ted tells Robin he stopped believing it feels real and logical and don't get me started on the times Marshall and Lily say the word "baby".
Of course, there's still the issue of Robin and Barney who seem to have no chemistry at all and the large amount of stories Ted has to tell before any development occurs. I'm not sure if I want to stick around for that. I love the gang but I really want to go to bed, so can this story be over already?

The Secret Circle S01E01 - Pilot

The premiere underwhelmed with too much repetition and not enough intrigue.
I don't know if it's the idea of TV witches not being interesting since Charmed closed the door or the special orphan in strange place concept or the theme song that after four times is already annoying. Anyway, The Secret Circle fails to stand out from the ever-growing pool of stories based on the same premise.

The Vampire Diaries S03E01 - The Birthday

With some hesitation I entered the new season but I'm declaring it now for everyone to read: I've met my new number one show.
One thing I absolutely loved about the third season premiere, but what also instantly made it inferior to most of season two, is that it took a backseat to the game-twisting approach we got used to.
Not much has changed in two months and that actually feels believable. Jeremy hasn't told anyone about his dead ex-girlfriends following him around and he is just now starting to break. Though, personally, I think it'd be smarter for him to ask his current witch-girlfriend for advice, he confides in anti-supernatural Matt. Because, you know, all the best bromances grow out of shared drug use and ice cream eating.

Up All Night S01E01 - Pilot

A descent comedy with well-liked stars and some nice jokes.
The premise of the show isn't really all that great. In fact, when it comes to comedy it's pretty worn out and doesn't really serve for a lot of potential. I'm still confused about the choice of title but those are minor details. Up All Night actually manages to work pretty well.

Free Agents S01E01 - Pilot

You know that feeling when you're tired and someone says something stupid so you reply with an equally stupid joke? Those are the jokes made on this show.
'Not funny' wouldn't even cover half of the supposed jokes on this show. It doesn't help that I find neither stars to be funny or charming but none of the characters are interesting enough to want to spend time with.

Parenthood S03E01 - I Don't Want To Do This Without You

The Bravermans are back in the same emotional yet compelling matter to which we are accustomed.
Moving on from the fact that the adult Bravermans don't have friends, Sarah's birthday party was just a nice excuse to get the clan back together. As forced and awkward as the moments might feel, it's a lot more satisfying seeing this family making a fool of themselves and having fun than seeing your own do the same. That's exactly where the power of the show comes from.

90210 S04E01 - Up In Smoke

The show has lost itself in all of its drama and none of the characters seem worth the ride anymore.
The gang has left high school behind but it hardly feels any different. Instead of going new places and accepting new challenges they all return to their ridiculous behavior and boring lifestyle. Excuse me when I say that my major problem with the episode was Naomi's party. Who would even stay there? A bonfire in which you can burn the past? Yawn. Waiters with sushi and branches at the door? What?! Not even talking about the DJ that wasn't playing anything memorable and somehow sensed he should stop as someone outside wanted to propose.

Ringer S01E01 - Pilot

A descent start.
The expectations for Ringer weren't particularly high on my end. I hoped for a fast paced action-thriller that coincidentally starred Sarah Michelle Gellar, whom I adore more for her portrayal as Kathryn than Buffy.