David Bianculli appears in the following:
New Dramas 'Good Fight' And 'Big Little Lies' Make A Case For Subscription TV
Friday, February 17, 2017
TV critic David Bianculli reviews two shows premiering this weekend: HBO's miniseries, Big Little Lies, and CBS's The Good Fight, which will be relocating to the network's subscription streaming site.
50 Years Later, The Biting Satire Of 'The Smothers Brothers' Still Resonates
Friday, February 10, 2017
Before SNL and The Daily Show, The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour mixed entertainment and advocacy in a way that influenced a generation of satirical political shows. Critic David Bianculli looks back.
'Legion' Is A Fun, Fast-Paced TV Adaptation Of The Marvel Comic
Tuesday, February 07, 2017
Noah Hawley's FX new series centers on a man who doesn't yet realize he's a superhero. TV critic David Bianculli calls Legion an "impressive, unpredictable trip."
'Series Of Unfortunate Events' On Netflix Will Charm And Delight
Friday, January 13, 2017
Daniel Handler has adapted his popular children's book series for Netflix. Critic David Bianculli says A Series Of Unfortunate Events is "one of the best new TV shows in a long time."
'A Lot Going On': Critic David Bianculli Picks The Best TV Of 2016
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Fresh Air's TV critic says that mini-series and anthology shows are expanding the types of stories that can be told on the small screen — and the benefits to the viewers "are huge."
The Evolution of TV, from 'Mister Rogers' to 'Breaking Bad'
Monday, November 14, 2016
Television critic David Bianculli traces the evolutionary history of television in, "The Platinum Age of TV."
Cult TV Fans Will Find 'Rocky Horror' And 'Black Mirror' Smart And Provocative
Thursday, October 20, 2016
TV critic David Bianculli reviews Fox's remake of the classic '70s musical, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and season 3 of Black Mirror on Netflix. He says both shows leave viewers fully entertained.
Aliens Attack And Congress Goes Extreme In CBS' Political Satire 'BrainDead'
Monday, June 13, 2016
The creators of The Good Wife mix comedy, politics and science fiction in their new summer series. TV critic David Bianculli says BrainDead is bizarre, fun and full of "intriguing little elements."
In Its Retelling, 'Roots' Is Powerful, Must-See Television
Thursday, May 26, 2016
This weekend, an eight-hour remake of the 1977 miniseries begins airing on A&E, Lifetime and The History Channel. TV critic David Bianculli says the new Roots deserves to be seen and talked about.
Racing Toward TV's Future, Late-Night Shows Shift To Anytime Social Media
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Late-night talk shows are focusing on increasing their Web audiences with segments like "Carpool Karaoke" and "Lip Sync Battle." TV critic David Bianculli says the changes are exciting.
7 Years Later, 'Good Wife' Ends As It Began: With Betrayal And Uncertainty
Monday, May 09, 2016
TV critic David Bianculli discusses the final episode of the CBS drama and the legacy of the show as a whole. "The Good Wife managed to be one of TV's best series for its entire run," he says.
'X-Files' Reboot Brings Back Mulder, Scully And The Search For Truth
Friday, January 22, 2016
David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson reunite in Fox's six-episode revival of its famous science fiction series. TV critic David Bianculli says the new X-Files is worth investigating.
'Another Great Year For TV': David Bianculli On The Best (And Worst) Of 2015
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Though broadcast TV didn't impress him much this year, critic David Bianculli says Better Call Saul and a number of other shows from cable and streaming services made 2015 a great year for viewers.
Netflix Wishes You A 'Murray Christmas' In A Cheerful, Irony-Free Holiday Special
Thursday, December 03, 2015
Critic David Bianculli says A Very Murray Christmas, directed by Sofia Coppola, is "an unexpectedly tender little TV jewel from the man who built his early career on being a wisecracking cynic."
'Better Call Saul' And 'The Great American Dream Machine' Shine As DVD Box Sets
Friday, November 27, 2015
TV critic David Bianculli shares his enthusiasm for two newly released DVD box sets: season one of Better Call Saul and a four-DVD set of the 1970s PBS variety show, The Great American Dream Machine.
Amazon's 'High Castle' Offers A Chilling Alternate History Of Nazi Triumph
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
The Man in the High Castle, a new Amazon Prime series set in 1962, takes place in an America occupied by German and Japanese forces. Critic David Bianculli calls the show "breathtakingly original."
From 'Carol Burnett' To 'Mad Men', Here Are Four DVD Box Sets Worth Buying
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Despite the popularity of streaming services, DVD box sets continue to be released, and embraced, by serious fans and collectors. TV critic David Bianculli details four recent releases he treasures.
CBS' 'Supergirl' Struggles To Get Off The Ground
Monday, October 26, 2015
In the new series, Melissa Benoist's Supergirl is overshadowed by her boss, played by Calista Flockhart. David Bianculli asks: "Shouldn't the most interesting character in Supergirl be ... Supergirl?"
'Fargo' Returns, With An Oddball Style Reminiscent Of 'Twin Peaks'
Monday, October 12, 2015
The FX-drama series Fargo begins its second season Monday with a new story and cast. TV critic David Bianculli says the new season is full of charm, and "ridiculously loaded" with great performances.
'American Horror Story' Returns, With Twists, Thrills And A Chilling Lady Gaga
Tuesday, October 06, 2015
FX's American Horror Story returns for season five this week. TV critic David Bianculli says this season, which is set in a lavish old hotel, is "the most visually arresting and twisted one yet."
