Amy Shumer Hosted!!!

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!

XOXO

Gilda

Season 41

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

I gotta try... #SNL 41

As always, I'm a dreamer....

Gilda

The Summer of SNL--- Part 2

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---

Gilda

The summer of SNL-- Part 1

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! 

Until then,

Gilda

I'm back!

Hey wonderful people! 

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! 

XOXO 

Gilda

A new book!

 

 

 

 

I am absolutely mesmerized by the SNL Coffee Table Book... Check it out here:

http://www.amazon.com/Saturday-Night-Live-Alison-Castle/dp/3836552418/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1426107818&sr=8-2&keywords=snl+book