Funny? You think I'm... Funny?

I love lists of things, don't you?

I was reading through an AOLtv generated list of 11 of TV's funniest women in 2011. But really, I love lists in the way that I always disagree with them. When's the last time you watched a countdown show, or looked at a 'Best Of' list, got to number one, and went, "Oh, yeah, that's a pretty reasonable choice." NO! You curse the life of whoever even thought to put so-and-so or such-and-such as the top choice.

But, I digress. In spite of all of this, I actually enjoyed this list a lot. However, there are unfortunately too many shows that I haven't started watching yet (winter break around the corner), so its hard for me to justify whether or not these women are actually quite funny. But here are some of the most significant choices:

11. Ashley Rickards- "Awkward" Ok, truthfully, I haven't seen this show yet. It's part of MTV's crusade to bring back the scripted shows (Undressed, anyone?), of which I am totally supportive. But honestly, the previews make this seem like another RJ Berger, a show I actually enjoyed... but got canceled. Can I put my heart out on the line one more time? AOLtv thinks so. Is she still in that weird cast? I guess I'll find out in season 2.

8. Busy Phillips- "Cougartown" RIGHT? Like, RIGHT?! C'mon ABC!! What is it about the Cul-De-Sac crew that you hate so much?! What's your beef against alcoholics and attempts to make Dan Byrd look 18 (you're not fooling anyone, sorry). I was so pumped to see some sort of awkward relationship form between Laurie and Travis, but now I have to wait? And do NOT think I didn't notice Julie and Ellie coming out of Dr. Jake Riley's office on Private Practice. What the hell did that mean? Oh well. I guess I'll just be drinking by myself on Wednesday nights... as per usual.

5. Retta- "Parks and Recreation" Probably one of the most underrated characters in television today, Donna is a scene stealer in every episode on one of my favorite television shows. There's really not much I can say without beginning to be all sappy and gush-y. So take a look at what I mean:

1. Zooey Deschanel- "The New Girl" I will curse the life.... J/K!! Of course I wouldn't do that (to all those who may want to hire me in the future). But I'm still not totally convinced about this show, never mind the idea that Deschanel can be argued as one of the funniest women on tv. Yes, she's funny, quirky, talented, and beautiful, but the author of the countdown insists that it doesn't seem to reach the area of, "too much." But... I mean... eehh... really? Maybe I'll still bitter about Damon Wayans leaving the show after the first episode. But in all honesty, I like Deschanel as a person, and I kind of stopped watching after a couple episodes, so maybe i'll give the show a new chance. We can be in that awkward 'friends with benefits' stage of our relationship after the time we just broke up.

So take a look at the article, see whatcha think. And for all those Emerson students out there: don't get your panties in a bunch, they purposely left out Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. Because, let's be honest, if they were included, would anyone else stand a chance? Answer: NO.

RIP Patrice O'Neal

In some extremely sad news, the world lost a great comedian in Patrice O'Neal, who died from complications of a stroke he suffered a month ago. He was 41 years old.

I always hate to see great comedians leave us well into their prime. O'Neal just appeared on the Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen, probably one of the most successful roasts the network has aired in quite some time.

Personally, I liked him comedy. He was out there, racy, and pushed the envelope... but isn't that what all great comedians do?

Also, he was a former WWE writer.... did you know he was a former WWE writer?? If I could love a man even more...

But for me, I will always remember growing up and recognizing him as, "oh, that guy," in various VH1 and Comedy Central shows. It seems a little distant coming from me, but he always put himself out there. I knew who he was and thought he was funny.

So check out some of my favorite moments from Patrice O'Neal:

say hi to Greg Giraldo for me.

'Ello There, Sarah

Well, as quickly as NBC was to break my heart, it shows up on my doorstep with flowers, chocolates, and a singing telegram.

Damn you, NBC.

Just a couple weeks after the announcement that NBC would be shelving Community, it was just announced today that Sarah Silverman will be creating a pilot for the peacock network.

This is an extremely smart move for NBC. Silverman has a decent following, many who are still healing their wounds after The Sarah Silverman Program was canceled on Comedy Central, and there is no doubt this show will definitely add some spice to the line up.

Plus, any show based loosely on the life of Sarah Silverman may in fact have the possibility to be just a tiny bit hilarious. Maybe.

And, on top of everything else, Silverman is going to be the executive producer alongside Ron Howard, Brian Grazer, and Francie Calfo.

When I think of Ron Howard and television, I think Arrested Development. Then, I think of Tobias Funke and I laugh a little. Then, I watch a bunch of clips on Hulu. Then, I look at the clock and realize three hours of gone by. Then, I hate myself.

NBC, you've done this to me before. My friends all tell me I don't need you anymore, but I tell them they don't understand. But maybe they're right, and you will disappoint me again... or maybe, just maybe, it'll work out this time. We can get that house on the suburbs we were always talking about, remember?

In all seriousness, I am extremely excited for this project, and will eagerly await news of when it will air. WELCOME BACK SARAH!

The Sexy Side to Politics

Gosh, I'm such a fangirl. As soon as the moment passed by where Leslie and Ben kissed, I immediately watched it again... online... alone... in my room... like a loser.

But I mean, can you blame me? Thank goodness I get to see my favorite TV couple (Sorry Jim and Pam, you decided to have babies) back in action. And in a television world where I am not getting to see many happy endings, this is just a fairy tale come true.

From Community getting benched, to Cougartown getting benched, to Quinn and Deb breaking up on Dexter, to becoming addicted to a show totally based on the anti-happy ending, I have been feeling broken and depressed when it comes to my favorite television shows. What ever happened to my happy endings?

Maybe I'm just a giant sap, but I love it when a couple that I adore stay together, and instead of dealing with the back and forth, will they/won't they, on/off, bullshit, you can watch a relationship evolve.

Why is it that television shows of today's time feel its appropriate to jerk their audience around with this on/off nonsense? During the 1980s, shows such as Rosanne and The Cosby Show centered around a stable couple, yet somehow people were still entertained. Let's face it, even though there's something so fun and dramatic about a tumultuous couple, the best comedy comes from parts of life we all know, and its the ups and downs of a solid relationship.

But maybe television is heading back in this ideal direction? Andy and April are still together on Parks and Rec. (let's all enjoy it now folks, when's the last time you knew a couple who stayed together for long after getting married within three weeks? #kimkardashianjoke), and one of my favorite shows, Modern Family, is completely centered around three stable (albeit dysfunctional) relationships.

But for now, I am just celebrating the little victories that come through my television screen. Leslie and Ben are back together, and I will eagerly watch as they fight through an eventual political scandal while awkwardly glancing at the documentary camera and sneaking away for secret work makeout sessions. Gosh, the life of a small town deputy director. Whattadream.

Arrested Development to air on Netflix

Wait, what?

That's right. After the hellstorm Netflix has been parading through for the past few months, with losing millions of subscriptions after amping up its price, it looks as though Arrested Development will air its highly anticipated new season exclusively on Netflix.

Are you kidding me? My roommate JUST deleted our account... who am I suppose to mooch it from now??

I mean, I guess this could have plenty of benefits. Netflix could see a rise in customers, those who are very eager to see the beginning of the new A.D. saga

Also, it'd be a pretty telling sign for how great the movie is going to do in the future.

It also does help that the entire cast has signed on for the whole film, it's one of those shows where you can not pick a favorite character, no matter how hard you try. (Gob? No... yes... no... wait...)

But the bottom line is: I am a self proclaimed lazy individual. Do I seriously have to sign up for a shitty Netflix account in order to watch one of my all time favorite shows make it triumphant debut to the spotlight? Dammit, Mitch Hurwitz.

I guess we'll see if there is a fallout over the next few weeks with loyal viewers. For the moment though, Netflix can once again bask in its former glory of being a revolutionary company. Bringing a highly anticipated show to its online business is huge and no doubt a game changer.

I just blue myself thinking about it.

Community?! But... why?!

Yes, it's one of those awful instances in television where an amazing show just suddenly... disappears. I'm still recovering over the loss of Arrested Development. Plus, discovering that after I watched two seasons of Party Down that in fact the party was over was pretty devastating.

Why does TV do this to us? Obviously, we all know the reason deep in our hearts. Money, ratings, ultimately glory, it all plays in the cards. But Community is good, I mean, really good. I thought it was growing a following? What happened?

I always think about what might play into great shows like this doing poorly in the ratings. I'm pretty sure at this point in the revolutionized world in which we watch TV, TiVo and Hulu aren't factored in to the overall total of who's watching. It sucks, but, what do they expect us to do? Leave our TVs on while we socialize on a Thursday night? Why must I pretend to have a household pet in which I rationalize my neglect for leaving it alone for my favorite show to stay on the air?

Bottom line, I am in no mood to sit around for three years to see the show again. What I mean is, I first have to wait for the show to finally go off the air, hear everyone bitch about how upset they are about it, wait around for a film company to pick up the script, wait for everyone to figure out a contract (I'm looking at you, Chevy), then finally shoot the movie. Dammit, I won't stand for it.

C'mon now. This show is brilliantly written, culturally relevant, and has amazing characters. It is different than any show out there today, and if no one is watching it... it's because everyone is stupid. YEAH THAT'S RIGHT, I SAID IT.

Don't be one of "those people" who "discovers" a great show right after it gets canceled. Watch it now, love it now.

So, do me a fave-sies (favor, for all you lame folk), and go to :

www.save-community.com ... and help a brotha' out.

#anniesmove

Once Upon a Childhood Fantasy

Gosh, I haven't written in a while. It's all my fault, really. Please don't hate me. Seriously, don't. STOPLOOKINGATMELIKETHAT. Let's start fresh, shall we?

I am SO obsessed with the show Once Upon a Time. For the first time in a while, I have to thank the obnoxious (guerrilla?) market strategy that seems to take over big cities, such as Los Angeles, with billboards everywhere featuring the nasty face of Rumpelstiltskin. It still scares me when a bus pulls up beside me featuring the nasty Bros. Grimm character (more scary than the idea of actually taking an LA bus). However, what has made me turn away from shows like Whitney has seemingly dragged me into a state of curiosity of this new fantasy show.

I really don't know what it is about this show that has gotten me all hot and bothered. I mean, the idea seems a little tired, taking old folk tales and telling the story over AGAIN. Plus, it borders being a little cliche, the reality era of the story does take place in Storybrooke, ME for goodness' sakes.

But the past four episodes have featured an extremely enticing storyline and very interesting characters. It gives out a sort of 'Lost' feel where you have more questions than answers at the end of every episode, and you can not wait to see what's going to happen next. The back and forth worlds of the cursed reality versus the fairy tale also seem to pay homage to Lost... which is maybe why I've become obsessed with this show.

I guess at this point, it leaves me to wonder if the show is going down the dark and unforgiving road of being one of the many trying to become the face of the "new Lost," which so many have fought and lost (RIP)

Or, will it stand alone? Will this show become its own phenomenon and create a new fandom that we haven't seen in quite some time?

Personally, I'm hoping for the latter, and usually when a show grabs my attention in the way this one did, it seems to stick around for a while. Not that I'm an amazing judge of what's GREAT TV or anything... but I'm pretty awesome.

Check out this piece from the Hollywood Reporter

That's all for now. And in the words of Dwayne Johnson: "I'm never going away," That is, until I have a movie to film.