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My not so private thoughts about 'Private Practice'

September 28, 2009 1:12 PM ET

"Private Practice" had probably the most memorable season finale last year. But not necessarily for the right reasons. In a dramatic shift in tone, Violet (Amy Brenneman) was kidnapped by her crazed patient (Amanda Foreman) who performed a violent, certainly not medically approved c-section so that she could take Violet's baby. The finale was gory, unsettling,...

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Does 'Bones' atone for last season's finale?

By Amy Amatangelo

September 14, 2009 1:02 PM ET

Ah a new season. A time to wipe the slate clean, forgive past transgressions (RIP Dead Denny), and face the fall with an open mind and a flexible season pass manager. Let's take a look at two shows returning this week with quite a bit riding on their premiere. "Bones" (Thursday, FOX, 8 p.m.): To me...

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The most wonderful time of the year . . .what should you be watching

By Amy Amatangelo

September 11, 2009 11:49 AM ET

I love this time of the year. My favorite shows start to return (oh how I missed "How I Met Your Mother." I can't wait for you all to see the season premiere). And the new season offers such hope. There's the promise that somewhere out there lurks the next "Lost" or "The Office" or...

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