When we’ve watched someone on our television screens for a number of years, we begin to see old character traits not as certain tics relative to that particular actor, but manifestations of times gone by. In many ways, those old beats can be comforting an more

Gambling's a well worn episode subject in television. Invariably, a character will begin gambling, experience success as a gambler, win big and then lose big. Sometimes, the gambling story is the e... http://www.starpulse.com/news/Christopher_Monigle/2013 more

New television shows  operate in this weird, almost purgatorial state. Even shows with supposedly bankable stars like  Go On  have to make bold moves in an attempt to gain viewers, keep those viewers, and lock down a second season  more

What is the meaning of life? Leo Tolstoy had a crisis over the mystery of life's meaning. He vowed to kill himself if he didn't find the Answer to the most important Question. During his spiritual ... http://www.starpulse.com/news/Christopher_Monigle/2013 more

When shows are being described to the public before they air, creative types give the hard sell about how their television show  is deeper than all the rest. It’s got something important to say, but it’s going to say these important things in wa more

One of the great (and most likely terrifying) things about making network television is the messy nature of it. Shows are not filmed entirely ahead of time. Adjustments can be made midstream if characters or story arcs aren’t being effective. Ineffective more

So, last week, Piper Perabo's trying to be Parker Posey in those two Louie episodes. This week, Perabo's surprisingly grounded. The scene that shows the change in Simone is the cockroach scene. Sim... http://www.starpulse.com/news/Christopher_Monigle/2013 more

At this point in the show’s freshman season,  Go On  has put a greater focus character exposition andfunny gags  than adding depth to the characters . Yes, we’ve seen growth and change, but most of the characters remain two-d more