Chuck Shurley: A Deliberate Deception
Mary’s death, Jessica’s tragedy, Azazel’s vengeance, Lilith’s loyalty, Sam’s addiction and Dean’s mission. Ghosts, Vampires, Djinns, Wendigos, Angels, Demons, Heaven and Hell. It is solely a book.
Supernatural in Contemporary Society and Pop Culture
Editor’s Note: We are excited to share these historical and cultural insights on Supernatural from videographer and The Winchester Family Business fan, Giuila Rodilossi! A transcript of her narration follows the video. – Nightsky Supernatural success and longevity is strongly tied with its use of popular culture references and a constant dialogue about and within contemporary society…
P.S. The Road So Far: Supernatural, Much Ado About Dean and Dean!Michael
P.S. The Road So Far: Supernatural Much Ado About Dean and Dean!Michael By P.S. Griffin (a.k.a. Castiel’s Cat) The Road So Far I have started and stopped this article so many times because I was not convinced I could do it justice; however with only a few days left until Dean!Michael it really…
Far Away Eyes’ Deeper Look: Supernatural 13.16 “Scoobynatural”
In this crazy world and times, we all seek refuge. Some turn to sports. Others turn to gardening. Some immerse themselves in crafting while others spend their time recharging through chores or handy-man tasks. Whatever it is, we turn to those things to escape from the hectic realities we face in our lives—be it work,…
Wednesday’s Watching Supernatural 11.20: “Don’t Call Me Shurley”
WEDNESDAY’S WATCHING Supernatural 11.20: “Don’t Call Me Shurley” Writer: Robbie Thompson Director: Robert Singer Director of Photography C.S.C: Serge Ladouceur Airdate: 04.05.2016 BY WEDNESDAY The “Angel Nearest the Door” could be you. #Chuck is a Meat Suit for “The Writers’ Voice.” WHAT DID I WATCH? THE SCRIPT Essentially, this is “METAFICTION” where the writers…
You’re No Angel: The Downfall of Heaven
I’ll confess, my idea to update my angel meta by looking at what we learned about angels and how the show used them in seasons eight, nine, ten, and eleven turned out to be much harder than I expected. That wasn’t because of any depth or complexity in what the show presented. On the contrary:…
Supernatural Hiatus Hunting 6.15 “The French Mistake” Part 2
As we continue with our “Hiatus Hunting” for “The French Mistake”, we are thrilled to rerun two masterful reviews that look at the production and meta aspects of the episode. The nuances offered by these insightful examinations reveal the quality and depth of meaning that permeated so many levels of this episode, making it a…
A Deeper Look at Supernatural Season Nine Dean Winchester, Part Two
In part two, things really unravel for poor Dean now that he has the Mark of Cain, which seems like a chicken scratch for a bit of the second half until he gets to touch the First Blade. It’s the great fall of Dean Winchester, and it all plays out like a Greek tragedy. …
A Deeper Look at Supernatural Season Nine Dean Winchester, Part One
To say that this season was complicated for Dean Winchester is quite an understatement. Like he told Sam in “Sharp Teeth,” someone changed the rules. In Dean’s case, that rules change resulted in the worst case example of what happens when your life is devoted to others but not yourself. Did the punishment fit the…
A Deeper Look at Supernatural Season Nine Sam Winchester: Part 1
Oh, Sam what happened? What did those writers do to you? No doubt about it, Sam Winchester is suffering from an identity crisis. Actually, he doesn’t seem to have an identity. This show has always been guilty of failing to show Sam’s emotional side since he internalizes, but it often felt like season …
Supernatural University: On the Genesis and Regenesis of Monsters
Supernatural University: On the Genesis and Regenesis of Monsters Supernatural has always done its own takes on classic monsters, often giving them unique twists. Over the seasons, the show has also revisited monsters, sometimes appearing to change the monster rules in the process. I’ve written a lot about monsters in Supernatural over the years, and…
Supernatural University: Sowing Changes, Reaping … Confusion
Supernatural University: Sowing Changes, Reaping … Confusion Gentle readers, I need your help! I have some critical logic and continuity issues with developmenta in the show’s cosmology concerning Reapers. Since I don’t ever want to be unhappy with any aspect of my favorite show, I’m looking for some Canon-Ball Award-worthy solutions to my dilemmas (and…