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SPOTLIGHT


WHAT’S NEW:


Death Valley: Take every horror variety that’s been revamped and


fluffed up in recent years and add a dash of Reno: 911 attitude and you’ll get MTV’s latest surprising venture into comedy. Vampires, werewolves and zombies—all on the menu for laughs, patrolled by a squadron of unfazed cops in the San Fernando Valley. With a camera style inspired by COPS, this may just put a welcome halt to the oversaturated romanticism segment of the horror genre. Not much gay factor can be expected here, but with crack addicts being mistaken for the undead, it’s best not to take the content too seriously. Airs: Monday nights at 10:30p.m./9:30c.


Charlie’s Angels: Yes, they’re serious. Rebooting the continuity of the


‘70s show, this sexified version is executive produced by Drew Barrymore and promises to refrain from the campi- ness that the feature films pushed to an unpardonable degree. The show will premiere on Thursday, Septem- ber 22, the 35th anniversary of the debut of the original. Perhaps ABC might still find retribution in the gay crowd, eh?


Absolutely Fabulous Anniversary Shows: We always knew Patsy and Edina would come back for


us. Resuming continuity in the present day, the setting is the London Olympics. Saffy, Bubble and Eddy’s mother will all return for a raucous three-part program celebrat- ing the show’s 20th anniversary. Jennifer Saunders said: “Like a good bottle of champagne we hope that we have got better with time without losing any of our sparkle.”


The first part reunites the ensemble in the middle of a “life-changing experience” while in the second show, Edina alters a public figure’s career. Finally, in the con- cluding episode, Eddy and Patsy play their own part in the 2012 London Olympics. A treat to be sure, but you’ll have to tune to BBC to enjoy.


Dante’s Cove: Book of Tresum: Taking us back to the islands, Here! TV continues the


Dante’s Cove saga with deeper secrets, darker magic and an equally sexy tropic backdrop. We just hope that the special effects have improved a smidge. The new chapter begins as the protectors of the “Book of Tresum” seek out the only individual who can unite the Houses of the Sun and the Moon. Translation for the rest of us: Scantily-clad pansexual men and women quench their bodily desires in paradise while playing with supernatu- ral forces. Premieres: late fall.


H8R: Finally a bridge-building effort to make peace


between civilians and overexposed celebrities. Too bad it’s still the rest of us who “have the prob- lem” and not the whiny likes of New Jersey trash. The CW presents H8R—host Mario Lopez brings together stars and their anti-fans in an effort to convince the public to see celebrities as people, not just a waste of space. On paper, this concept is gold. But let’s hope the end result isn’t too much like the borderline-scripted Cheaters. Gay factor? Hell, it’s Mario Lopez. What more do you need? Premieres: Wednesday, September 14 at 8 p.m./7c.


The X Factor: I know what you’re wondering. “Will this replace American Idol?” Instead of restating my usual “who cares?” Rant, I’ll indulge those interested. American Idol shows no sign of cancellation, but the format of X Factor is somewhat similar. The competition is open to groups. People as young as 12 can audition, there is no upper age limit and judges will also mentor contestants—similar to The Voice. Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul will return. Joining them are L.A. Reid and Nicole Scherzinger. One area where X Factor trumps its competition in spades: $5 million in prize money. Say hello to your new obsession, America. Premieres: Wednesday, September 21 at 8 p.m./7c.


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