The Point Game: The Early Edition

Due to the upcoming Oscar coverage we’re giving out points a little early this week.

-1: Project Runway- Reunion shows are usually a waste of time but they become especially annoying when they’re done before the final episode airs. Bravo is attempting to string out its ratings winner an extra week by cutting together clips and having everyone hate on Santino. They also revealed that there are two episodes devoted to the prep and presentation at fashion week further lengthen the show. I’m sorry reunion shows, you’re out.

-1: Brokeback T shirts- In the last week I’ve seen two different versions of an “I wish I could quit you” t shirt. Let’s hope the t shirt fad runs shorter then the Brokeback joke fad.

-2: The Fat Hobbit on 24- I was pretty geeked to hear that Sean Astin was going to be on 24 this year as Lynn McGill, and while this season is still in its first 12 hours, I’m becoming increasingly alarmed that we’re heading towards unnecessary subplot territory. Without giving any major spoilers, in the last two hours we’ve been introduced to Lynn’s sister and her boyfriend. 24 has introduced us to family members of characters before with mixed results. Last year Edgar’s mom provided a nice emotional point to the story while Audrey’s brother seemed to have plot value but was really just an excuse to waste 6 minutes for a few episodes in a row. Also, no one’s commented on Sean’s hairy feet yet.

-3: NBA All Star Saturday Night- I still enjoy the occasional 3 point contest or slam dunk event but after Saturday I think I’ll get on board with everyone else calling for the end of these events. In the 3 point and slam dunk contests there were both clear rules violations that led to tainted wins. I know these contest are just for fun but if you actually want the public to be interested in them again you must ensure they at least have integrity.

-5: Mother Nature and/or God- I can’t take this roller coaster of temps and snow. My whole body aches from these quick temperature turn arounds. I hate global warming but if it’s happening, could it at least be consistent.