It was gold- and much needed positivity! The surprise guests were numerous, the sketches were hilarious, and the biggest thing of all is some fantastic characters from Kristin Wiig's time on SNL were brought back!!! Pure joy, and brilliance! Here are some sketches that you have to see or maybe watch again:
So, Surprise Lady Sue!!!! Whenever I see that fantastic block patterned sweater, I know that it's about to get hilarious. This is a character to me(like Debbie Downer for instance) that I don't believe will ever get old. Take a look for yourself:
This is probably one of the craziest sketches I've ever seen! It was a combination of creepy/funny and I loved it and it's definitely a sketch that after you watch it once, you want to re-watch it just to take in the bananas of it all.
To sum up Kristin Wiig's 2nd time hosting, I'm ready for her to host again. You know when she is on, that the show is going to be ridiculously hilarious and upbeat-
KRISTEN WIIG IS HOSTING THIS WEEK! The best part is I have a feeling we will see some old cast members pop up as well as some characters we have missed since she left the show... I am so looking forward to this!
Time to be a little real here... I sat Election night with my niece, mom, sister, and nephew and we were all waiting in anticipation as what we were hoping (in our eyes) would've been one of the greatest moments to witness. We live in an area that is swallowed by red on the chart when the votes are being tallied and my hopeful Hillary posts of love and togetherness, my political SNL clips, etc. caused me to get hate mail from lots of people including family(one family member had even told me during this election that a woman should never be president). But, I'm not the person that comes from anger and even when the negative messages were sent to me this year, I didn't lose the positivity, hope, kind thoughts, etc.. So, as I watched the votes roll in and it was heart breaking. I was so invested and later that night after my niece and nephew were asleep and the election came to an end, I was completely still. This had been a hard fought race for so many of us who were invested on both sides and losing that hope that I had felt horrible and processing it was hard.
Which brings us to Saturday's SNL. As the show began and Kate McKinnon as Hillary began to sing "Hallelujah", the feelings that I didn't process all week hit and I began to cry... It felt like everything that so many of us felt. We had been experiencing such a powerful excitement that had been building and felt so possible and yet was halted so instantaneously. Secretary Clinton's hard fight and life of service that I have admired and it just wasn't in the cards. But then the closing words to the cold open reminded me of something so important: "I'm not giving up and neither should you". This isn't over. We can still be hopeful, dream big, and know that it's more than just our vote that's the important part of being an American Citizen. It's also, making your voice heard, volunteering to assist in campaigns(I did this year), and being supportive of one another even when we disagree on things like political races.
So, thank you SNL, for helping me (as well as others I'm sure) resolve those feelings and laugh. I really appreciate it.
Here we go- August Ticket Lottery Time!!!! After pondering this for a minute, I am pretty sure I would rather win this lottery than the actual lottery. I have been trying to get tickets for YEARS, so of course I have already sent my emails. But I really hope you all are lucky as well. So, here's the email address that you need to submit your request to: snltickets@nbcuni.com Make sure to include ALL OF YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION(address, email, phone number) and remember you cannot request a certain date(basically you have to Tim Gunn this business and whatever date you get, you better 'make it work'). I am really rooting for you all and here's to Season 42!
As SNL is gearing up for it's 42nd season, we know that it is the norm to hear of cast changes, but I will be honest, I wasn't expecting the news today. Both Jay Pharoah and Taran Killam are out, as well as Featured Player Jon Rudnitsky.
It can be a little easier to lose a 1st year featured player like Jon- unless you're a fan of their work prior to the show, they don't have very much time to shine on air, so we don't really get that time to get to know their comedy. In the case of both Jay and Taran though, it's safe to say I'm a little bummed that we didn't get a 'Fred, Jason, or Bill Season 38' level send off as these two felt like big players in the show. It just feels very abrupt(which does happen sometimes with SNL cast members). I know in the end though that Lorne Michaels always has a well thought out plan, so I am looking forward to seeing the cast members that will step up in Jay's and Taran's place as well as the feel of Season 42 over all now. But as a reminder of the sheer amazing talent that Jay and Taran are in comedy and have been to SNL for the past 6 years(if I'm not mistaken), here are some of my favorite sketches they were apart of.
This sketch might be one of my favorite of all time and inspired the name of my web address. Here's Taran Killam in Mokiki: http://www.hulu.com/watch/423750
My favorite thing about Jay Pharoah is his impressions. He is just about untouchable. I have to post his weekend update Rappers Meeting: http://www.hulu.com/watch/941734
His impersonation of President Obama might be the best out there. It was hard to narrow it down, but this one has been my favorite Obama sketch for a long time. Here's Obama's and Romney's Town Hall Debate: http://www.hulu.com/watch/415485
So, I'm thinking that I'm in need of a trip to New York in August or October. It's killing me that I didn't get to go last year. It will be a new time of year(as I usually go in December). So, here's hoping that I will be able to work this out and I will let ya'll know ASAP :) ... But until then, when do you all think the best time of year to go to New York is?
Quick note- let me apologize- if you have read this before, you know that I love to write as a hobby and that I write about SNL because for me, SNL is the equivalent of someone being a life long fan of a particular sports team. Now that I've relocated to help my sister, I am usually at work or watching the babies all of the time(for all wondering, one of the reasons I moved is that my niece was having health problems, we now know that she is epileptic-BUT we are really blessed that it's minor and she could grow out of it). So for that, this post is a little late(family first, hobbies second). Thank you all for your kind words of support!
So, let's dig in... If you've been a fan of Amy Shumer for a while, it almost felt destined for her to host at some point. After the show began and you could see that her monologue was going to be stand up based it was a great sign. Usually, if someone is strong enough to start off with a stand up routine, than it is ALMOST always going to be a hilarious show. Which in this case was accurate. There were a couple of times that her jokes were the awkward kind of funny(almost like when Louis CK hosts), but what else would you expect from her? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhu7rs3Ihas
I believe my favorite sketch she was in had to have been the Delta sketch. It was great to see her with Vanessa Bayer again(which in my opinion doesn't get enough credit). When she broke down and yelled "I was outside of the PLANE!"- that was crazy hilarious! The Spice Girls touch was great! Taran was priceless as usual(he has become the new Fallan/Farrell/Hader meaning the person that seems to be the stand out). Kenan kept cracking me up even though he didn't have very many lines in the sketch- he has a gift with his facial expressions though that are so funny. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TL0IQvXD8F0
I don't mention this enough-BUT I feel as if Colin Jost and Michael Che are becoming a very strong Weekend Update Anchor Duo. They are the Bro version of Amy and Tina and I look forward to it every week!
All in all, such a strong episode and I hope to see Amy back soon!
I'M SO EXCITED! The season has kicked off with a bang and with it being SNL- who could expect anything different? Miley killed it-but who could've expected anything different-she's a talented person. I also think it's fair to say that her monologue is something that so many of us wanted because the crazy-weird events of this summer needed to be explored by SNL. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHl3nsXCqi4
The most important thing to mention though is in all of the years of SNL, I have never seen such an on point impression of Donald Trump as Taran Killam's impression. My family and I laughed so hard at this! If you haven't seen it(or if you need to watch it again) here's the link- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft5XUalItuY
Hillary and Kate's sketch together... The only way to describe this is that it is an instant classic! The best thing that a politician can do is go on SNL. I think it reminds people that at the end of the day, they are all human like us and can make fun of their selves a little bit(which is refreshing). Here's the link(I've watched this one a couple of times now)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Jh2n5ki0KE
I also have to mention the Kyle Mooney Sketch that was a sequel to a sketch from Miley's last visit "Miley's Sex Tape" (Not a real sex tape so calm down). I loved this because as we have gotten to know Kyle Mooney these past couple of seasons, my favorite thing about him is that he has his own comedy that's kind of awkward, entertaining, and hilarious. So, incase you missed the first part, I have included Part One for you all-
"Miley's Sex Tape"- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEqStuivoio
So, I promised this post And I'm here to deliver... About a week and a half ago, I saw the preview for SISTERS starring Amy Poehlar and Tina Fey. This duo never fails to be funny and what I love is it feels like a bit of a BABY MAMA reversal(meaning Amy plays the straighter laced character and Tina is the crazier character). But the SNL love doesn't end there- Rachel Dratch, Maya Rudolph, Bobby Moynihan, Kate McKinnon are along for the ride as well. Basically, if their past collaborations such as SNL Weekend Update, Baby Mama, and the Golden Globes left you wanting more from one of the best comedy duos of our time- then you are in luck!
The relaunch of Ghostbusters had me a little worried when first mentioned because the original is without a doubt one of the best films of all time. The cast was amazing(Dan and Bill-two of the best to ever grace SNL's stage were apart of this). How can you touch perfection? Then I heard the new spin on it.... Ladies! Brilliant... And the new team being all SNL cast members OR long time hosts. Leslie Jones, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon(again), and Melissa McCarthy. Each one of these comedians can hold their own and combined- I bet we will be dealing with a perfect storm(possibly Bridesmaids level funny-which you are dealing with quite a few Bridesmaids players in front of and behind the camera ).
All in all, I think we will be having an amazing year on the big screen and on the new season of SNL! Until Next time---
Summer- the time of year we all plan to be tan, in shape, and enjoying the outdoors. For this reason, TV takes a hiatus(at least for the top TV shows)--this includes SNL. BUT this hasn't been a quiet season for SNL fans. Many current and former cast members have either been dominating the big screen, the small screen, OR causing crazy hype for their much anticipated projects.
Let's start with A DEADLY ADOPTION
Whoever decided that Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig should do a Lifetime movie deserves a million bucks as well as 15 unicorns(I know they don't exist, but-I don't even care- they still deserve them). It was amazing how the movie was carried out. Both Kristen Wiig and Will Ferrell playing the parts completely in Lifetime movie fashion-DEADLY serious with just a dash of overacting.... Most didn't expect this and that's another reason it was genius. If you weren't one of the 2.1 million to see it when it aired... I will say this- if it comes out on DVD or goes on Netflix- you gotta watch it!
TRAINWRECK
First off- I have yet to see this one BUT I can't wait to. Bill Hader in a leading man role opposite Amy Schumer is in a no fail situation meaning both actors are in their A game and aren't the type to settle for subpar roles. Also, one thing I respect Bill Hader for is that he picks roles that he seems truly passionate about. He doesn't choose roles purely based on money- and when you put his movies next to each other, they are always unique(you're never going to see him play the same role twice... Unless it's a sequel to a previous movie). Therefore, all of the raves for the movie along with both Bill and Amy's past projects tell me this one is a slam dunk.
There's so many more to talk about so get ready for part 2 where we will discuss two upcoming projects from amazing past and current cast members!
I just wanted to make a quick post letting you all know about why I was absent for a minute there. There was a little bit of a family emergency that required me to quickly relocate. This relocation meant a new position and also no more computer. I am still at a "no computer" moment- BUT I'm blessed to be with my family and helping out. Sometimes things happen that are scary at first, but turn out to be an exciting and great new start. I will be able to post from my phone, but my posts might look a little rough for a bit.
It's all good though, cause I am excited to talk to you all again!
