Saturday, August 23, 2014

Dominion: Angels Get Their Wings



Spread those wings and soar

              While we wait for an announcement from SyFy on a renewal or cancellation (renewal please!) I wanted to talk about some of the best parts of our favorite show Dominion. I don't know about you but I think the angel wings were some of the best things about the angels.

Those little stumps moving was creepy. Incredible work!
          You know that old saying "Every time a bell rings an angel gets its wings"? You probably heard it in It's A Wonderful Life where an angel named Clarence has to do a good deed in order to gain his wings. Well not in Dominion. In Dominion only higher angels have physical form and a pair of large, and may I say awesome wings that have many uses.

Yeah she was a bitch but I loved seeing Felicia spread her wings

             1. Don't be fooled. Those wings may look soft and feathery but they're like razor blades and can cut you to ribbons. They sort of act like a second pair of hands as well as weapons that can slice flesh clean through.

I like my wings extra crispy. Pass the BBQ sauce!

             2. While good for attack these wings are also good for defense. No armor piercing round could ever put a dent in these feathers. It's a waste of bullets really. Every time I saw anyone start firing their guns while the angel enclosed itself in it's wing span I would think: Really? We haven't learned by now? But as we've seen in "Godspeed" this defense has it's limitations. While Alex didn't completely BBQ Felicia's wings they did catch fire. So my advice is to use flame throwers. It may not kill them but it does slow them down giving the attacker an advantage.

That was my favorite part of the Pilot

             3. I suppose once the feather is dislodged from the whole wing it becomes harmless. But that doesn't mean it's useless. On the contrary it can be used for healing. Just burn the quill and gently stroke it to release a curious liquid that can stitch up any wound no problem. 

I just love seeing the way these angels take flight
and land.

             4. The wings sort of remind me of eagle wings. They're big and powerful giving the angel an extra push for take off but also where the wings retract it has a joint allowing for the angel to switch direction and a quick straight take off as well as giving them a smoother descent.

Okay we're just wasting bullets now.

            We kind of grew up with seeing angels with fluffy white wings but the angel wings of Dominion are dark giving them a much more intimidating look. Furiad is the only angel with red wings but that sort of makes him unique and doesn't diminish his ability to terrify his opponent. I hope we see if there's more that these wings can do.

Monday, August 18, 2014

The Originals: Lower Numbers Than TVD?


The King & Queen of New Orleans need an army.
Will you join them?
                   Recently I saw an article that said the TVD spin off The Originals didn't do so hot in viewership last year. WHAT?! Apparently while The Vampire Diaries started off with 4.25 million, The Originals only had 2.21 million. Not a bad thing for a spin off but seriously? 

Sorry but Klaus & Elijah are by far the sexiest brothers.

            Although I love Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder, and Paul Wesley, I'm beginning to look more forward to the return of our lovable hybrid in the Big Easy than to boring Mystic Falls (that's right I said boring!). Klaus (Joseph Morgan) and Elijah (Daniel Gillies) are becoming my new favorite sexy brothers. And Hayley (Phoebe Tonkin)? She's a much feistier brunette than Elena. Sure Elena has compassion and a certain spark but Hayley is fierce, a roaring fire and as a character is much more intriguing and dynamic than Elena's character. Yes our darling Barbie Klaus has left the scene and has been bumped down to a recurring character but to be fair Claire Holt wanted to branch out. She didn't expect to be Rebekah this long. Rebekah is raising Klaus's daughter, Hope and will feature in the premiering episode "Rebekah's Lullaby" where Rebekah rocks baby Hope to sleep with a fairytale about Mommy and Daddy being the King and Queen and the evil (I know stones, glass houses) beasts trying to take over the kingdom. 

A fiery brunette with attitude who doesn't take anyone's crap.
Yes Hayley is my favorite over Elena.

           Between The Originals and The Vampire Diaries, The Originals is a much darker and more mature vampire show just as Angel was a darker, edgier show more than Buffy. You have actors in their 20s and 30s playing teenagers who apparently manage to break into their parents' liquor cabinets and get drinks at the bar while being under age. I guess it pays to have a vampire boyfriend and parents who pay more attention to having secret meetings than supervising their kids. Speaking of bad parenting, Klaus and Elijah's parents are down right scary. You've heard of some species of insects devouring their young? They're very wicked and monstrous, reaching into your soul and twisting it into knots every time you see Esther or Mikael. We feel more sympathy for our Original vampires than we do our Mystic Falls vampires because at least in Mystic Falls, the parents and their kids manage to work it out but Mikael and Esther are more intent on solving the problem by murdering their offspring. It makes you wonder what is going through Mikael and Esther's mind that makes them believe this is okay? Maybe because they're from a different time period where mercy was a luxury they couldn't afford. 

This ship just crackles on screen more than
Damon and Elena

           Even the goals and personal drives of the characters have far more appeal than in Mystic Falls. New Orleans is not only a real city but it's rich in history. New Orleans is one of the most violent cities in the United States and everyone wants to sit on the throne. The factions, the intrigue, the flashbacks, and everyone fighting for the crown? Very Game of Thrones. Mystic Falls? School dances go horribly wrong. That's it. It's basically every B-Rated horror film that takes place in a small town. No one wants to rule this little town of Virginia except perhaps Markos from season 5 but it still doesn't make sense to want to be in charge of some town that has no outside influence whatsoever. New Orleans has a port, tourism, and many secrets that make it a prime spot for city domination. As far as riches and prestiges go, New Orleans was a far better and more desirable spot for Klaus and his family to settle down. 

Raise your glass and toast to our new favorite fanged heroes
or anti-heroes I guess.

              Tuesday was the highest rated day of The CW's week last year with The Originals at 8 and Supernatural at 9 but for some reason the executives decided to shake things up by having The Originals moved to Monday at 8 with Jane the Virgin (gag me) at 9 then premiere The Flash on Tuesday at 8 before Supernatural at 9. I suppose they're hoping since Supernatural has high numbers it'll help The Flash. Ways we can up The Originals viewership is to check in on tvtag.com when watching live as well as tweeting live with The Originals hashtag, give each episode a high rating on IMDb.com, and keep up the buzz about the show before, during, and after the season. The Vampire Diaries has been signed for 6 seasons so it would be up to the actors and executives at The CW if they want another season otherwise The Originals could take their place and become a bigger success. The Originals return October 6 Monday at 8pm don't miss it!

          

Sunday, August 17, 2014

Dominion: What's Raphael Been Doing?



Hey where's the fourth?
                Still hoping SyFy announces a renewal for Dominion soon but in the mean time we can wonder about what some unseen characters like the fourth Archangel sibling has been doing this whole time? Still unsure if the producers will represent Raphael as either a man or a woman. To be honest almost every angel name sounds androgynous. Mostly because most of them end in "el" (which means "of God") so Raphael being a woman wouldn't seem so farfetched to me.

Hot blooded

            During the Extermination Uriel and Raphael decided to sit out their brothers' quarrel. They're used to Michael and Gabriel fighting so they figured: "Eh, let them hash it out there's no point in trying to stop them." But Uriel has decided to join in the fray with her own plans in using the Chosen One. But still Raphael has remained MIA. So I have a few theories on what he's been doing this whole time.

Who ever said Hell had all the fun parties never
went to an Archangel bash

            For one thing Raphael could be lounging on a beach drinking mojitos and having orgies (just noticing a pattern with these angels). He (or she) is probably wading out the second war too; soaking up the sun and satisfying some carnal desires while Daddy's away. Another thing he could be looking for God somewhere. I find it hard to believe that not 1 of God's winged children are at least trying to find Him to help stop this war. Also where can one omnipotent amorphous being go? Does He just evaporate or travel to a different dimension? Or Raphael could be hiding out with some humans. It's not so hard to believe really. Most of the angels didn't hate Man one way or the other. Yeah humans are a pain and depressing but we have our moments. Raphael has a reputation for being a healer so it could be he's hiding out with a caravan masquerading as a doctor. 

Such a lovely spot for a brothers' spat

         If there's a season 2 we should definitely meet the fourth Archangel sibling. The Archangels all have very interesting electric personalities and I'm curious about Raphael's demeanor. Maybe Michael will bump into him as he wanders about the desert. 

Revolution: Satisfy Your Withdrawal With The 100


No Revolution? Well here's something for the withdrawal

                 I know many Revolution fans are suffering some huge withdrawal from their favorite show being cancelled before it's time but I do have a way to ease your pain if only a little. There's this one show called The 100 which airs on The CW network. I think Revos will find this show appealing because there are many similarities between The 100 and Revolution. 

Did they just go with the first name that came to them?

        1. A plucky blond heroine with an Electra-Complex with a boy's name and a heart of gold and will of steel that leads the pack (Clarke).

Abby you got some explaining to do

        2. Same plucky blond has issues with mother who's mistakes cost people their lives. Real friction here although Abby isn't as crazy as Rachel or in love with anyone's brother (given the strict 1 child per family rule that is). 

        3. Post Apocalypse due to man's own stupidity. 

        4. On Earth humans without power revert to old world methods and ways of living while scientists live in a fully operational facility cut off from the others depriving them of power.

Medic!
        5. Survival, Anarchy, Disease, and Death are everyday struggles.

        6. Many guns are fired.

        7. Mass murder.

Choose your ships

        Of course there are some differences. 

         1. Some humans escaped to space while others were forced to adapt and survive Earth's new alien terrain.

Putting the fate of mankind's survival in these kids' hands?
Great idea :P
         2. Adults sending hormonal, "criminal" teens to save the human race and rebuild life on Earth.

         3. The kids are in charge.

This is brutal!

         4. Mutated animals.

         5. Mutants who are cannibals! (Think Reefers from Firefly but grosser looking). 

Bring us your huddled masses!

         I know there will never be a show that will ever replace our Revolution, but it helps to ease the pain by moving on to a new show that's a kindred spirit. The 100 was only given 16 episodes for its second season but that's an improvement over last season which had only 13. So 3 more episodes! The second season of The 100 premieres October 22 at 9pm on Wednesday. Be sure to tweet live!

Bellarke!

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Almost Human: Favorite Scenes: Straw Man



Our last case but hopefully not forever!
                  This is the final episode of Almost Human which is still a sad thing to say but it had a great ending. Hopefully one day fans will get a movie to tie up loose ends but God willing not in 10 years; let's try for in 5 years. There were a lot of scenes I liked in "Straw Man".

"Dorian flipped a van. It was pretty cool. Didn't know he
could do that."

           1. The episode was very meta in Dorian's review for whether or not he should be renewed and stay on the force. I loved watching Rudy, Maldonado, and John tell the review board all the good Dorian had done but most of all I loved hearing Dorian say how much he loved being a cop. He proved that he broke the mold while many DRNs fell under pressure, Dorian kept his cool because of his love in helping people. Not only is he made of titanium but his heart and will are too.

"You asked to see it."-Dorian
"I didn't ask! You showed it to me!"-John

         2. John and Dorian have been through so much that they can tease and poke at each other like brothers. John listed all the mistakes Dorian had done most importantly exposing himself in the car, which was hilarious! Just as Dorian had that sad look on his face thinking John really DID tell the board those things, John chuckles and said he was just messing with him. 

The Straw Man strikes again

         3. It was mostly a John-centered episode as they worked John's father's old case. Before we didn't know much about his father only that he was a cop under investigation by I.A. John and Dorian go to visit Costa who was put away as a serial killer known as "Straw Man" but we find out that Edward felt he put away the wrong man and tried to make things right. I like this scene because for John it's a very enlightening moment into how he could clear his father's name and that Edward was such a great cop as well as a great person that he wanted to make up for his mistakes. Also I love watching John interrogate someone. He's got that steely look.

Foot fetish much?

          4. John manages to get his father's case file on the Straw Man but he tells Dorian he wants to do it alone. Their bond is so deep now that Dorian will do what John asks without asking why. Dorian also knows John so well as to give him his space when he really needs it.

John certainly took a beating but he always gets back up

          5. It was a very emotional scene for John. He didn't open the case file right away. John had this romanticized image of his dad and I think he was afraid of what he might find in the file that would ruin that and he would have to relive his father's death by opening something from Edward's life. But John dove right in because he knew that's what his dad would have done.

That was a tasty demonstration

          6. I loved Rudy's cup cake demonstration. It was a tasty one. Rudy had so many curious things in his lab that I wish we got to see more of.


Poor Paul got stuck playing the hobo... again

          7. This was the second time Paul was stuck playing the hobo. He said it would be the last time (don't remind me of the irony of that statement). We all saw how Paul and John didn't get along but we know Paul was a good cop. Paul ran into a homeless kid and they started joking around (nothing like a "yo mama" joke between strangers). Paul even gave the kid some money to find a better place to sleep that night.

Who wouldn't want Dorian serenading the with Lionel Richie

         8. When Dorian sang Lionel Richie I couldn't help but smile but what I loved most about John and Dorian in the car was how John talked about his dad and how he made John want to be a cop. Forget Super Man, Edward Kennex was John's hero. I loved the passion in his voice and then he said with conviction that without a doubt John knew his father wasn't a dirty cop. 

You closed your dad's case, John. Great job!

        9. John and Maldonado had such a close relationship that they could talk about anything. She congratulated John on closing his dad's case and we saw John have some closure. He can now prove to everyone that his dad was a good cop who wasn't corrupt.

Usually "call backs" with electronics isn't good but in this
case it was.

        10. Dorian got his call back and started acting like an MX, but I loved how the interviewer was not impressed by that. He wanted Dorian to be himself because that's what the board liked about him. Because Dorian was himself, the department was closing more cases than before so they were convinced that having at least one DRN was good for the force.

A farewell gift? Nooooooo!

         11. The closing scene was my all time favorite: John and Dorian at the noodle bar. John is a modest guy but Dorian couldn't help but show how much it meant to him that John gave Dorian a stunning review. John's dad made him want to be a cop but it was Dorian that made John want to stay a cop. Then Dorian gave John a new synthetic leg that was better than his old model; it didn't even hit the market yet! I had no idea that Dorian could cry but he got a little misty: "I was made to feel, John." Dorian knew he could never replace John's human partner but he was glad that Maldonado put them together. So are we! Then there was that wonderful ending with John and Dorian going back to work and John going back for his new leg. It really showed that John was over his hatred of synthetics.

Dorian made me cry in a good way 

          While the show didn't end on a cliffhanger it was a shame that FOX cancelled the show. Kevin Reilly green lighted it but because of Warner Bros.'s refusal to negotiate a better price, FOX shut it down. My advice to fans is this: networks care only about profit so if Humaniacs want to get their show back whether on the small screen or the big screen, they need to show that Almost Human is profitable. Buying the DVD set helps immensely and also keeping the show alive for others by talking about it, giving it stunning reviews on Netflix and IMDb.com will help. I hope everyday that we get a movie to tie up all those loose ends: EnSyndicate, the Wall, Anna, Dr. Vaughn, etc. I treasure this show and I don't say that very often. To me a show isn't successful by how many episodes it has but by how much fans love it and that they're willing to fight for it. This is one of those shows.

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Dominion: Micca The Sunken Ship


The writers sunk my ship!
             It seemed that Becca and Michael were going to be one of those star crossed supernatural couples wasn't it? That they would fight to be together? Nope! The Micca ship sunk faster than the Titanic after the Archangel snapped the pretty doctor's neck in a fit of blind rage. Of course once he awoke from berserker mode he saw what he did and was so horrified that he "Seacrested Out" and is now on a journey to nowhere in particular. 

Michael is capable of love but also of intense hate

          Although I kinda expected Becca to die (every other character was still fair game) I didn't expect it would be Michael to do her in. There were times when I liked Becca. She stood up to Whele, sacrificed her relationship with Michael, then lied for him too but then I hated her for what she did to poor Louis. I'm actually shocked Becca did that to be honest. At first it seemed that David was blackmailing her to research angel anatomy but then she got more into it. She even got Riesen on board and started reporting to him directly. You would think that since she was sleeping with an angel that she would see that not all angels are bad but it seems like everyone else she can't tell one good angel from a bad one. I'll chalk that up to being traumatized by the eight balls but they're just a bunch of rabid dogs. Higher angels have more intelligence and grapple with their own consciences. 

Is this like rubbing her nose in it? Bad Becca!

             Although I hate what Becca did I know she did it to protect Vega. The road to hell is paved with such intentions isn't it? And though Michael had every right to be angry he kind of went over board. We recently discovered that Michael has an uncontrollable anger and when he gets mad you better run for cover. Yet he managed to keep his temper in check. His past is so dark that Michael didn't believe he deserved any kind of love. But Becca showed him that not only could he be loved but that he was capable of showing and feeling love. I think for Michael it was a conflict of identity. He chose to fight for humans but that didn't mean he stopped being an angel. He still cared about his kind and it really upset him to see them murdered in such a horrific way then gunned down while trying to flee. They were innocent. Suddenly Michael realized that the humans he was protecting were probably as bad as the angels they were fighting. Anyone would be torn. Seeing Louis like that not only made Michael lose his cool but suddenly question who he is and his place in this war.

Michael goes all TVD on us and snaps her neck!

         Right now Michael is on the run trying to figure things out. He is right about the war not being angels vs humans but what's right and wrong. In this case Becca was in the wrong in a huge way. Louis didn't deserve that torture. No matter how you look at it this was a huge betrayal to Michael. Of course Michael was in the wrong too. Okay murder Becca that's kind of justified (still wrong) but killing those guards was unnecessary and so was going after Alex, the person who was supposed to be his redemption as Michael put it. I think Michael was helping Alex in a selfish way. He claimed that it was for mankind's second chance but mostly it was about guilt. If he helped the humans win then it would make up for Michael's bloody past. Michael should know by now that sometimes humans have a darkness in them but some humans like Jeep and Alex have a light that shines through that darkness and that's worth saving. We need a season 2 so we can see what Michael does next. Will he just stay out of the war and let it play out or will he pull himself together and try to help Alex redeem mankind?

"Oh crap..."

"Love is patient, love is kind"
Whoever wrote that was never in love.

             

Monday, August 11, 2014

Dominion: Arika & Uriel Their Deception


Birds of prey then to prey together
             If you're like me your jaw must still hurt from hitting the floor after the Dominion season finale where we found out that not only is Arika really Evelyn but she and Uriel are lovers and working together! It just goes to show that the men on Dominion are not as sneaky or as clever as the women. 


I can't figure her out. Her secrets have secrets

          I had no clue that Arika was the real Evelyn mostly because there weren't any clues to even support a theory. For one thing when "Arika" first arrived in Vega her hand maidens had no idea who she was. Are the secrets of Helena so secret that not even its citizens know who their own queen is? Or what she even looks like? They don't have money with her face on it? I also wonder if Arika knew that Roan was a higher angel. Probably not. Perhaps an unforeseen variable? But I do feel she knew who Noma was. If Uriel knows every higher angel and where they nest then the Archangel could have revealed Noma's identity and Arika could have been trying to see if she could get Noma on her side. It doesn't hurt to have a higher angel body guard. And what about the whole wife thing? Maybe Evelyn did have a consort whom she needed to pretend to be her to keep up the charade. However, there's still that "sister in a box" event that happened. Arika (or should we call her Evelyn now? I'm not sure on that) seemed surprised; genuinely surprised. Maybe "Evelyn" got too big for her panty hose and decided to usurp the real Evelyn's position. But then again Arika was on that balcony signaling Uriel with a beacon. So was it planned or did Arika just modify her plan a bit after her "sister's" death? I don't know. I try not to look too deep into Arika mostly because the woman is a puzzle box within a puzzle box and my brain explodes trying to figure her out, which is what I love about her character.


This angel has these 2 dancing to her tune

           When Uriel waltzed onto the scene we knew that there was more to her than meets the eye. Once she stated to both brothers that she would fight for them we knew she had her own agenda but weren't entirely sure what it was. The only thing we knew for sure was that Uriel was very interested in Alex's tattoos and even tried to translate them herself. I will say that Michael was right in that Uriel loved humanity... in her own crazy messed up way. She destroyed her favorite painting just to pull off a ruse but at least she kept the record player to play Chopin so she's not that crazy. And she may profess a love for her kind, keeping track of the higher angels but she had no problem sacrificing a few of them to help Gabriel. I suppose towards the end of season 1 she figured Gabriel had a better chance of getting Alex than Michael did in keeping him. Or maybe she wanted Michael out of the way. Alex is the type of person who sees what's right and what's wrong and Michael strengthened that idea. But even with Michael out of the way, Alex will still be hard to turn. 


Uriel seems to be the only clever one of the siblings

         So what are Arika and Uriel's plans? From what I can gather, Uriel believes the only way to bring God back is to gain peace between angels and humans like He always wanted. Arika I think just wants nuclear power (Really? We haven't learned our lesson before?). Truthfully I think Uriel's idea is the only way to end the war. Michael and Gabriel believe the war should end with one species winning. I don't think God would be happy to see his angels defeated or humanity completely wiped out. But I can't help but feel Uriel is no better than her brothers. She sacrificed both humans and her own angel brethren to satisfy her goals. She's even willing to abduct innocent pregnant Claire to get Alex to Helena where he'll be forced to help them translate the markings or... well you know how hostage situations work. This is why we need a season 2 to see Uriel and Arika's plan put into action!  


This woman has you all fooled!

Sunday, August 10, 2014

Supernatural: Dean's A Demon So Now What?


That creeps me out every time. Rise and shine, Dean
             I feel like the writers of Supernatural are jumping the shark a bit but why not make Dean a demon. Producers promise that Demon Dean will make for a darker season as Sam and Dean spend some time apart (again). Dean took up the First Blade once held by the Father of Murder himself, Cain, and like always Dean didn't look before he leaped. He took it upon himself to be the monster he believed himself to be and died trying to kill Metatron who in the end was put in Heaven's jail (what a waste for Dean's damaged soul). Now Sam is trying to find a way to save Dean (although he said he wouldn't do what Dean did to save Sam's life every time - actions speak louder than words I suppose). The Winchester's are one dysfunctional family that's for sure. But what does Dean's new demon status mean for our heroes?

Ooooo that feels good...

         Rumors have circulated that confirm season 10 will be Supernatural's last season. Still can't believe it lasted THIS long but I'm not complaining it was bound to end someday. So when Dean realizes what he's become he may at first be very adverse to the idea. If you remember WAY back in season 3 where Dean had sold his soul to save Sam, he was having some anxieties about becoming a demon himself. After all, demons were once humans who made a few wrong choices and ended up in hell where they were tortured and twisted into the demonic nightmares they are now. So Dean's anxiety came true. 

Always bet on Dean

        But I will say that I'm not surprised Dean ended up at this point on his journey. He always felt like he was the worst person in the world; a monster no better than the ones he hunted and he helped Alastor torture souls in hell, which broke the first seal to start the apocalypse. I mean Sam was doing all sorts of horrible things but his excuse was he had no moral compass without his soul and Dean was fully aware of the evil he was doing and did it anyway. I think he was able to move past it a little after he stopped the end of the world, but that sort of thing sticks with you forever because now Dean realizes what evil he's capable of. And what about Dean's relationship with Cas now that he's a demon?

Intervention!

       We know Sam will go through a rough transition and do something dark to try and save Dean (or just kill him I don't know) and he'll want Castiel's help. Cas's battery is running low on power now as his Grace is starting to flicker. Once that Grace runs out Cas is done for. He won't be human he'll be dead. Angels and demons by nature don't get along. Hating each other is built into their DNA so Dean becoming a demon will definitely put a strain on their relationship for certain. Cas may try to save Dean before his light goes out but Dean may just end up pushing Cas away (because that's what Dean does). I do hope the writers find a way to save Cas. The last season would suck if our favorite angel in a trench coat died after all he's been through to try and do the right thing.

Dean puts his torture skills to work

       As for Crowley? In season 9 the King of Hell was hooked on that sweet human blood that made him feel human feelings (and who knew Crowley liked girls!). It was a regular crack den in his hotel room until Sam and Dean had an intervention. After getting the First Blade we thought Crowley was cured but then Abaddon decided to hold a family reunion for the demon king. Although Crowley and his son Gavin didn't have a great relationship, Crowley didn't want to send his son back to his own time where the ship Gavin was supposed to be on sank with all life lost. He wanted to give his son a chance to change his life; it's the least he could do after giving Gavin a horrible childhood. How can Sam and Dean not realize that letting Gavin stay isn't messing up the timeline if all those people on the boat died? Gavin wasn't supposed to live past that year so it doesn't really effect anything. I guess since Dean and Sam broke so many rules they think they know better. But Crowley knew that Dean's new demon status would probably happen. Will Crowley guide Dean through his transition? It would be beneficial to Crowley to have someone like Dean on his side as he rebuilds his kingdom, but Dean's a wild dog and he hates Crowley so it may be that he'll tell the king to stick it where the sun don't shine. 

Winchesters don't die... when they do they come back

          The executives of The CW promise to try another spin off for their long running show but the last one didn't pan out that well. Probably because they went 90210 and that's not what Supernatural is about. Why the producers never thought to do a spin off about the Men of Letters mythology I have no idea. I mean the Men of Letters is now a big part of the show, it has a viable storyline, and most importantly it's familiar and it will not only draw in Supernatural fans but also bring in new blood to introduce to the show. All I can say is if the spin off doesn't work out again then I would be happy if Supernatural ends because it's one of a kind and can never be replicated. It had a great run that beat all the odds and now it's hard to imagine life without it. Hopefully we get a satisfying ending out of the series finale.