(Shashtastwin, I am not intentionally copying your color choice for text... I did this years ago, and took it up before realizing you did, as well.)

Thanks, Shastastwin, for the information about Zuko's kids. I didn't know that. I do really expect this character to be related in some way, just because the resemblance would be uncanny if she weren't. I'm also under the impression (working from memory) that the voice actress who played Azula has been secured for this upcoming series.

Ryadian, you and I seem to have very similar tastes. The emotional impact of Flashpoint is really what makes it such a great show in my opinion. Each episode does put that suspense in your head about whether or not they can save everyone who is in peril. Each episode also has the ability to make me cry, if I don't keep my emotions in check.

Not to worry, Lord_Kappa. I'm pretty sure I started using this color by copying someone years back.

I know that Grey DeLisle, the actress to whom you're referring, voiced a spirit in the latter part of Book 2, but I hadn't heard that she was returning for Book 3. I'll be excited to see what she does, as she's one of my favorite voice actors.

After checking the Avatar/Korra Wiki, it seems that your memory was correct. Grey DeLisle has confirmed that she will be in Book 3!

After checking the Avatar/Korra Wiki, it seems that your memory was correct. Grey DeLisle has confirmed that she will be in Book 3!

Ooooh. Grey DeLisle is one of my favorite voice actresses, so I look forward to hearing her work. (I refuse to follow the link, though, because still avoiding spoilers. Still haven't seen the premiere because I want to watch it with my brother, and he's busy.)

Then there's the teen romance thing. Thank goodness there won't be any more of that this season.

Ditto that! If we get some character development for these characters that extends beyond the romance, I'll be very happy. Actually, I think first season had some good moments of that, like Korra's first encounter with Amon--when she realizes just how wholly unprepared she is to deal with him, and admits how terrified she is to Tenzin. Now, if only Mako and Bolin could get some moments like that....

Ryadian, you and I seem to have very similar tastes. The emotional impact of Flashpoint is really what makes it such a great show in my opinion. Each episode does put that suspense in your head about whether or not they can save everyone who is in peril. Each episode also has the ability to make me cry, if I don't keep my emotions in check.

Oh yes, definitely. You always feel the pressure the characters are under, especially since the team wants everyone to come out alive as much as you do. There were some episodes where the subject died that impacted me more than the death of a series regular in other shows.

Anyone here watch Death in Paradise? Now THAT'S a good show! Has season four been released in the UK yet? I fear I am behind as we are currently posted in Australia......I joined during season three so right now I'm just catching up on 1 and 2 right now......

I haven't seen Death in Paradise, EmpressJadis, but it looks interesting!

I was able to catch the three episode premiere of the Legend of Korra last month; I enjoyed it a lot. It's really nice to see Team Avatar just working together as a group of friends without a bunch of annoying romantic tension spoiling all of the fun.

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I did enjoy watching Mako squirm around Korra and Asami, though; the way he jumps from girl to girl has always gotten on my nerves. It was awesome to see Zuko again, if a bit surreal! Kai is kind of annoying, but he probably won't stay that way. It will be interesting to see him develop as a character, although I find myself wondering if he'll end up being a good guy or a bad guy when it's all said and done.

I also really like that steampunk airship, too. So far, I'd say that this season is looking better than the last and I'm definitely intrigued. All of the villains look like they're extremely talented and hardcore adversaries, so I think we're in for some amazing bending battles this season. Looking forward to the next episode this Friday!

Wow, I hadn't thought of the possibility that P'Li might be related to Azula, Lord_Kappa, but now that you mention it, there's a huge resemblance. I wouldn't be surprised at that either.

(Warning--The Legend of Korra spoilers!)

Wow, I hadn't thought of the possibility that P'Li might be related to Azula, Lord_Kappa, but now that you mention it, there's a huge resemblance. I wouldn't be surprised at that either.

Actually, my first thought when I saw part of her face was, "Azula??" Then they revealed that her name was something else, and it seems unlikely that Zuko would call her that if he knows that it's his sister. (*Refrains from further commentary in case not everyone here has read The Search*)

So, since the last time I posted, I finally got and read my copy of The Search (all three parts), as well as watched the first three episodes of season 3 of Korra (which means that I'm still 2 episodes behind everyone else, I believe). What I will say about The Search: read it. These comics serve as a really good "epilogue" to the first series, while also laying groundwork for Korra. Seriously, do yourself a favor and find a copy somewhere.

As for Korra... well, I don't think I've been subtle about my distaste for season 2. So far, I've liked Season 3 all right--I'm glad that the romance drama has mostly dropped off, and some of what is happening is interesting. It's certainly better than last season premeire, which... well, that was last season.

Unfortunately, the two main plot lines just aren't really interesting me all that greatly.

Korra has gotten mildly better in my book, though... seriously, she's mainly bothered by her poll numbers? Really? (How was Aang a more mature Avatar at 12 than you are at 16/17/18/however old you are now? ) Also... I was never really convinced that her choice to was a good idea in the first place (everything in the season basically said this was a bad idea, for all parties!), so having everyone--herself included--question that decision.... I think they're trying to tell us she did the right thing after all, but I'm still unconvinced.

Again, though, still two (after tonight, three) episodes behind, so I'm trying to reserve my judgment until then.

A few thoughts on season 3 of The Legend of Korra, episodes 4 and 5...

Looking forward to the new episodes tonight! I like Amon best as well, Ryadian, but maybe these new villains will make me change my mind as time goes on.

Whoa! Apparently Book 4 of The Legend of Korra is premiering online on the 3rd of October! On the one hand, it's awesome that it's such a short wait. At the same time, I'm sad because I don't want it to be over so soon. Who knows when (or if) we'll get another series set in the Avatar universe.

In other news, it looks like Korra has a new hairstyle for season four. I just hope the bangs don't get in her eyes and obscure her vision when she's fighting.

I never did post my thoughts about Book 3, did I? I honestly think it was my favorite out of them all.

Rose, I was thinking the same thing. Book 3 of Korra is definitely my favorite so far. It really captured the best elements of the universe the way A:TLA did. I was reminded a lot of Books 2 and 3 of the original show.

I'm surprised and yet not surprised that Book 4 is coming so quickly. They've had everything recorded and storyboarded for Book 4 since before Book 3 aired, so I expect the postproduction is finishing things up right now. I hope that maybe the showrunners will create another show a bit further into the world's future (or perhaps its past), but I really want them to have a story to tell and not just make one for the money (honestly, I'd suspect Nickelodeon of the latter moreso than the writers, but you never know).

Fall shows have started premiering again and I'm curious what shows you all are/have been looking forward to returning or starting off?

I know Doctor Who has started back recently, but I haven't been able to see it yet. Has anyone seen it and, if so, what do you all think of Peter Capaldi as the Twelth Doctor?

I have a mental list of shows to watch/catch up on, but I've been so busy that the only one I've caught so far has been Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.. It was good, but I wasn't really prepared; I think this is one of the first times that I've seen a season premiere more nerve-wracking/devastating than the previous season's finale. If anyone else caught it, what'd you think and do you have any theories/answers about...well, anything?

We are looking forward to Once Upon a Time and Resurrection returning tomorrow night. Legend of Korra comes back for the last Book next Saturday. We don't get Fox, but I want to watch 3 or 4 of their new/returning shows (Sleepy Hollow, Gotham, Gracepoint), so we'll be watching those via the Fox website. We'll be watching Doctor Who and SHIELD later on once my parents get me the recordings. I'm also going to try NBC's Constantine once it comes back.

So many new shows to watch, when I should be outside enjoying fall. I'm looking forward to:

-Once Upon a Time (hoping it's not just a story arc to cash in on the popularity of Frozen)
-NCIS and NCIS: LA (I'm not so sure about the newest spinoff, NCIS New Orleans. I'll probably give it a few episodes to find its feet)
-Agents of SHIELD (I admit that I didn't see much of last season, but dived into this season's premiere anyway. Between the promotional ads and having seen Captain America: The Winter Soldier, I had a general idea of what was going on. Admittedly, Valia, doing it this way probably lessened the impact of the episode)
-Doctor Who (I think it'll take time to get used to Peter Capaldi as Twelve, just as it has with past changes in the Doctor. One thing that annoyed me more was in the first episode:

Anyone remember the original Twilight Zone series?

My favourite episode of TZ is "Living Doll" with the creepy talking doll "Talky Tina".

I remember the old Twilight Zone, Princess Frances! I was a little kid when it first aired, so my parents didn't let me watch too much of it.
(One I do remember from childhood is "The Midnight Sun," with the earth getting closer and closer to the sun).

But it's been syndicated and broadcast a lot since then (except for the season 4 hour-long episodes, which are more difficult to find), so I have managed to see them all. (A friend also acquired the DVDs of the complete series, so I could see the few I'd missed).

There are quite a few good episodes. The time period in which it was made (the Cold War and the Cuban Missile Crisis filled the news) is reflected in a number of episodes which address the threat of nuclear war directly or indirectly, but many of the episodes illustrate the human condition in general terms and are still watchable today.

How about this 1930s child star?

Darla Hood singing “I’m In The Mood For Love” from Our Gang/The Little Rascals. The only thing wrong here is the little boy in black face.
This song and sway of the limbs make perhaps the most amazing performance I have seen from a child, and what an incredibly heartbreaking voice she has at - what, five years old? six years old? Take me away, Darla. You are the saddest, most beautiful little girl on film.