CRIT-O-MATIC.Byline: - David Kronke MISS MATCH - Two and one half stars Logline: Kate Fox (Alicia Silverstone) has two jobs that, depending on how you look at it, either are thoroughly synergistic or represent an utter conflict of interest: Matchmaker Matchmaker - A language for specifying and automating the generation of multi-lingual interprocess communication interfaces. MIG is an implementation of a subset of Matchmaker. and divorce attorney. Her father/boss, Jerrold (Ryan O'Neal), frowns on her moonlighting, but that may be because he can't stand happy people (not that he doesn't realize it: He notes, ``We're divorce attorneys - we could walk on water and no one would be impressed''). Kate goes trolling (1) Surfing, or browsing, the Web. (2) Posting derogatory messages about sensitive subjects on newsgroups and chat rooms to bait users into responding. (3) Hanging around in a chat room without saying anything, like a "peeping tom." in bars looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. guys to hook up with her matchmaking Matchmaking Matricide (See MURDER.) Kecal marriage broker whose plans are foiled by a pair of lovers. [Czech Opera: Smetana The Bartered Bride in Osborne Opera, 32] Levi, Dolly clients, encountering Michael (David Conrad), whom she introduces to all manner of women - including, next week, a spoiled girl she knew in high school - when she really should be cozying up to him herself. Noteworthy performances: Silverstone's a charmer charm·er n. 1. One that charms, especially a disarmingly attractive person. 2. One who casts spells; an enchanter or magician. Noun 1. , but scarcely credible as a divorce attorney. She's surrounded by the usual assortment of wacky co-workers and pals. Originality: Three stars Credibility: One star Where: NBC NBC in full National Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. commercial broadcasting company. It was formed in 1926 by RCA Corp., General Electric Co. (GE), and Westinghouse and was the first U.S. company to operate a broadcast network. (Channel 4). When: 8 tonight. In a nutshell: Incredibly dumb premise, courtesy of ``Sex and the City's'' Darren Star, but handled in a souffle-light fashion, and well-scheduled - on Fridays, it's guaranteed to appeal to romantic lonely hearts. THE ANIMATION CENTURY - Three stars Logline: Ambitiously assembled history of animation A Basic Summary of Animation: Past, Present and Future. The Past The animated goblet5000 years ago, in actual Iran, a goblet was used to display animation. , from the earliest efforts to the latest Pixar blockbusters, featuring a great assortment of rarely seen works from around the world. Clips range from the most commercial stuff (Bugs Bunny, Mickey Mouse, Popeye and Superman) to eccentric and personal expressions (Bill Plympton, Nick Park).Where: Bravo. When: 8 tonight. In a nutshell: Even the fact that the animated framing sequences that serve as the documentary's structure seem aimed either at animation neophytes - or worse, complete morons - can't diminish the dizzying entertainment to be had from the artfully assembled montage of clips. HOPE & FAITH - One and one half stars Logline: Hope (Faith Ford) is an efficient if somewhat drab mother of three; her sister Faith (Kelly Ripa) is a ditsy dit·sy also dit·zy adj. dit·si·er also dit·zi·er, dit·si·est also dit·zi·est Slang Eccentric or scatterbrained: "Needless to say, this ditsy crew succeeds in spite of itself" , self-absorbed, unemployed soap actress. Together under one roof, sparks fly, mayhem ensues, the excrement excrement /ex·cre·ment/ (eks´kri-mint) 1. feces. 2. excretion (2). ex·cre·ment n. Waste matter or any excretion cast out of the body, especially feces. hits the fan and even more cliches abound. Noteworthy performances: Everyone's as broad as barns. Originality: One and one half stars Credibility: One star Laughs per episode: If you're big on food fights, there's one tonight as the sisters unsheathe both their claws and sundry condiments. Inadvertent laughs: All you need to know is that Hope's husband is played by Ted McGinley, jumptheshark.com's Patron Saint of Bad Television. And that they sought him out having already cast another actor. Where: ABC ABC in full American Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. television network. It began when the expanding national radio network NBC split into the separate Red and Blue networks in 1928. (Channel 7). When: 9 tonight. In a nutshell: Tonight's premiere manages to combine the plots of the first two episodes of the WB's very similar (and similarly lousy) show ``Like Family'' - the unwelcome interloper manages a moment of nobility and the harried couple unable to have sex because of all the mayhem under their roof tries to pencil in some time for romance - and manages to throw in that food fight for good measure. It's connect-the-dots TV at its most obvious. THE HANDLER - Three stars Logline: Celebrated character actor Joe Pantoliano is reunited with his noggin nog·gin n. 1. A small mug or cup. 2. A unit of liquid measure equal to one quarter of a pint. 3. Slang The human head. [Origin unknown. (after misplacing it on ``The Sopranos'') to play Joe Renato, an FBI agent who leads a team of undercover agents (Anna Belknap, Lola Glaudini, Hill Harper and Tanya Wright) playing diverse roles to solve difficult crimes. Noteworthy performances: Pantoliano is a singularly entertaining actor to watch, but his supporting cast works hard to match his talents. Originality: Three stars Credibility: Three stars Effectively dramatic moments: Unlike many crime-procedural dramas, these aren't perfect officers who direct events unfolding like clockwork; there are unexpected botches that force them to improvise in intriguing fashions. Inadvertent laughs: Joe has a gratuitously jailbird brother. Who should get a raise: The supporting cast - Belknap, Glaudini, Harper and Wright - who get to play completely new characters every episode. Where: CBS (Cell Broadcast Service) See cell broadcast. (Channel 2). When: 10 tonight. In a nutshell: A most entertaining spin on the average cop crime-procedural could only be improved by having Joey Pants himself join the fray and go undercover. RETURN ENGAGEMENTS Shows returning tonight for another season 8 p.m. ``George Lopez'' (ABC) - The president (Brent Mendenhal) visits George's plant. ``Wanda at Large'' (Fox) - Wanda's (Wanda Sykes) mother visits. ``Reba'' (WB) - Cheyenne (Joanna Garcia) chooses a career after asking Brock (Christopher Rich) for guidance. 9 p.m. ``JAG'' (CBS) - Harm (David James Elliott David James Elliott (born David William Smith on September 21, 1960 in Milton, Ontario, Canada) is a Canadian-born actor who was the star of the series JAG from 1995 to 2005, playing lead character Harmon Rabb Jr.. ) and Mac (Catherine Bell) survive their plane crash and return to Paraguay to capture the Arab terrorist who tortured Webb (Steven Culp) to within inches of his life. ``Dateline'' (NBC) ``Boston Public'' (Fox) - Cheerleading The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. rivalry reopens an old wound for a competitive mom. Sean Young guest stars. 9:30 p.m. ``Life With Bonnie'' (ABC) - Bonnie's producer, David (David Alan Grier David Alan Grier (born June 30, 1955) is an American actor and comedian known for his work on the sketch comedy television show In Living Color. Biography Early life ), decides to pick her up for work in the morning, as she's always late. In his haste, he leaves without turning off his iron, causing his home to go up in flames. Feeling guilty and somewhat responsible, Bonnie (Bonnie Hunt) invites him to move in with her family while his house is being renovated. 10 p.m. ``Boomtown'' (NBC) - A detective (Vanessa Williams) sets out to catch a cop-killer (Rebecca DeMornay) with mob connections. - Compiled by Jaime Spangrude CAPTION(S): 2 photos, box Photo: (1) Macey Cruthird, left, plays the preteen pre·teen adj. 1. Relating to or designed for children especially between the ages of 10 and 12. 2. Being a child especially between the ages of 10 and 12; preadolescent. n. A preteen boy or girl. daughter of Faith Ford in the new comedy ``Hope & Faith.'' (2) JOE PANTOLIANO Box: RETURN ENGAGEMENTS (see text) |
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