#TheRoundUp by Enzer - No. 34

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According to the American Television Academy, Game of Thrones on HBO was the Best Drama of the past U.S. TV Year. Game of Thrones is a really well produced, expensive and sophisticated series that is clearly in a league of its own (you'd agree if you watch it) but in terms of the Enzer's Factor, the show is pretty dull. I am not jumping to conclusions here or hating on a fantastic team; I am simply trying to make you understand that that show is really hard to connect with. I tried Game of Thrones, I really did! If the show ever gets cancelled, I will not be sad. 


However, judging by how popular and successful (awards, recognitions, etc.) the show is, one could bet a million bucks that the show will be around for a long time. Congratulations on your Emmy win. 


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The Voice USA on NBC, Veep on HBO and Game of Thrones on HBO won top honors (not really surprised) and Viola Davis made history. 
The event was boring. The first hour with Andy Samberg wasn't so bad. He was very present and in control of the stage, the proceedings and cracked jokes that were noteworthy. However, compared to Neil Patrick Harris and Seth Meyers, Andy gets the third place on that list. He is the star of one of Fox's good shows, but would be better off hosting the VMAs and not the Emmys. Disagree?


The stage was exceptional. I loved the lights, the design and the screens - it was majestic. Only The Oscars' stage can compete with that. The presenters were well behaved (except for one or two, I'm looking at you Anthony Anderson) and the exquisite gowns and suits were in abundance. I personally loved Gina Rodriguez's gown. She wore it like she was a queen. 
How do you judge menswear on the red carpet, though? Almost every guy wears a black suit, and all of them look-alike, so how is it possible to judge their style? 


Overall, the show was draining and lacked so much. It felt like the producers had not prepared to broadcast the ceremony on television but had only prepared that set for the announcement of the winners. That's how bad it was if you get it. I'm not sure if I'll be tuning in next time. #ConvinceMe

America's Got Talent (AGT) aired the Season 10 Finale episode last week on NBC. Compared to Season 9, this finale was a mediocre affair. Yes, it was a bad week for ‘Hollywood', even AGT caught the bug. The final performances were fun to watch, but the ‘climax' made it all forgettable.

HIGHLIGHT: Howard Stern's farewell message. After a couple of seasons as a judge on AGT, Howard bade farewell during the finale to a crowd and viewers that were sad to see him exit. 

QUESTION: Who will replace Howard Stern? The AGT bosses must find a replacement! Howard's seat needs to be filled by a personality who is similar. Like his name, Howard was stern, honest and wasted no time. If they don't find someone like him, things might not go well. Oh, I'd also like to see Ellen DeGeneres on the show! I know that I recommend Ellen for almost everything, but this time I honestly feel that Ellen would feel at home on AGT. Hey, how about five judges? Mel B, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, Ellen DeGeneres and a fifth judge who is as stern as Stern - a memorable Season 11. 

The Miss America pageant aired live a week ago on ABC and I loved it! That was American entertainment at its best. The show kicked off with spectacular introductions accompanied by current hit singles that are on replay and on a stage that not only served its purpose but had my eyes locked. The ladies looked stunning. I mean, who wouldn't marry all of them? They presented themselves graciously and if all could walk away with the title; that would not be an issue at all.

I'd watch the show over and over again because it was refreshing and filled with positivity. Well done Miss America!

Hotter:

PREMIERING THIS WEEK (New Seasons):
The Voice USA on NBC, 
Scream Queens on Fox, 
Are You The One on MTV, 
The Voice of Holland on RTL4, 
Gotham on Fox, 
Empire on Fox,
The Simpsons on Fox, 
Scandal on ABC,
Hawaii Five-0 on CBS,
Nashville on ABC, 
Modern Family on ABC, 
Grey's Anatomy on ABC,
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown on CNN,
The Big Bang Theory on CBS, 
Fresh Off The Boat on ABC. 

SEASON FINALES THIS WEEK:
Masters of Sex on Showtime,
Big Brother USA on CBS,
Ray Donovan on Showtime. 


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