The P@ssionate and the Privileged, Season 2 – Gypsies, Tramps & Thieves?

  A few months ago, I wrote about Season One of Hope Royaltey’s online Twitter soap opera, The P@ssionate and the Privileged, and what I like most about the unique concept.  The mythical Hunston Hill soon became one of my favorite places to visit, and in anticipation of Season 2, I looked forward to getting [...]

“The P@ssionate and the Privileged”: Everything Old-soap Is New Again

I finally succumbed to the gentle prodding of a few friends to take a look at Hope Royaltey’s new Flagship TV creation, The P@ssionate and the Privileged.  Described to me as an online soap, I have to admit, I was hesitant.  I made a conscious decision a while back to wash my hands of soap.  [...]

The ‘Schmootz on Venice Premiere

I have watched the premiere episode of Open Book Production’s Venice several times, and I believe I am prepared to take an honest and constructive look at the new webseries.  I approach this endeavor with the same critical eye I apply to all entertainment, and for that matter politics, as I believe they are one [...]

The Schmootz on… Venice

Introducing “The Schmootz on…”, a new blog feature highlighting my one on one (or two in this case) conversations with people I find interesting and engaging. You never know who might show up to “shoot the ’schmootz”. Hit the “toggle full screen” at top right corner for best viewing. Schmootz on Venice Interview