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Date: 8/9/2010 Bill discovers Sookie’s true identity & more in HBO’s “True Blood” episode 9 of season 3. We’ve got spoilers for the episode, along with a wild promo clip after the jump. The episode is entitled, "Everything Is Broken," and things will get very interesting when Bill finds out who Sookie really is,and more.In "Everything Is Broken," with the ratification of the Vampire Rights Amendment at hand, Nan Flanagan (Jessica Tuck) will detour to Fangtasia to confront Eric about the Magister’s disappearance. A grief-stricken Russell will vow to get revenge against his foes both vampire and human. Bill will awake from a slumber and discover the truth about Sookie’s true identity. Jason will get unexpected help as he goes up against Felton (James Harvey Ward) and Calvin (Gregory Sporleder). Sam will get distressed by Tommy’s attitude. Tara will encounter a new ally and old tormentor. Hadley will introduce Sookie to a new family member. Arlene (Carrie Preston) will despair about her future. Hoyt will confront his true feelings. Bill will tell Sookie that he knows what she really is. “True Blood” episode 9 of season 3 airs Sunday August 15 at 9pm eastern time on HBO. Submitted by: glamoured69 Source: ontheflix.com | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 7/26/2010 Comic-Con ‘True Blood’ Scoop The cast and creator of 'True Blood' talk about what's to come on the HBO series Tara Fowler Alan Ball and company had some juicy spoilers to serve up on HBO’s hit show, True Blood, at their Comic-Con panel Friday. Beware, readers! Some of these tidbits may make you want to twist your own head around 180 degrees, particularly if you’re a fan of Viking vampire and Sheriff of Area Five, Eric Northman. "I do believe that Bill and Sookie are soulmates," show-runner Ball declared during the panel. “I think that Bill and Sookie of the show have become slightly different from the Bill and Sookie of the books. [And] I personally root for things to work out between them. I don't know if they will, but I believe the love is true between them." Unfortunately, if you (like me) are one of those that hopes that Eric will ultimately win the fair lady of Bon Temps’ heart, it seems we have another thing coming. And yet, E! Online reports there is still a chance for a real Eric/Sookie hookup (as opposed to a dream-based one). Ball teased season four, saying, "There's a character that doesn't really know who he or she is and becomes a different person than we've gotten to know, and maybe someone who has hated this person doesn't hate them so much anymore." Book readers, you know exactly who Ball’s talking about. Other True Blood news from the Con included teasers of “gruesome” scenes to come involving Sam, more of James Frain’s delicious psychopathic vampire Franklin, and the discovery of just what exactly Sookie’s powers really are. Line of the night, however, went to actress Kristin Bauer, who plays Pam on the series. When asked about working with wild animals, Bauer interjected and said: "Oh, Skarsgård isn't so bad once you get used to him." Submitted by: glamoured69 Source: celebritycafe.com | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 7/21/2010 & updated 8/5/2010 True Blood Episode spoilers Episode #6: "I Got a Right to Sing the Blues" Debut: SUNDAY, JUL. 25 (9:00-10 p.m. ET/PT) Spurned by Eric, Sookie fears the worst for Bill, whose fate now lies in Lorenaʼs hands; fueled by a night of bloody passion, Tara executes a desperate plan to stave off Franklinʼs advances; in Bon Temps, Tommy finds it difficult to leave the family nest; Jessica puts Pamʼs teachings into practice; Jasonʼs romance with Crystal hits a snag, as does Lafayetteʼs with Jesus; after revealing his master plan to Eric, Russell visits Louisiana to put it into action. Written by Alan Ball; directed by Michael Lehmann. Episode #7: "Hitting the Ground" Debut: SUNDAY, AUG. 1 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT) Imperiled by Lorena (Mariana Klaveno), Sookie (Anna Paquin) goes to extremes in her attempt to save Bill (Stephen Moyer) - with unforeseen consequences. Sam (Sam Trammell) infiltrates a dogfighting ring to extricate Tommy (Marshall Allman) from his parents' (J. Smith Cameron, Cooper Huckabee) greedy influence. Jason (Ryan Kwanten) heads to jail to uncover the truth about Crystal (Lindsay Pulsipher); Summer (Melissa Rauch) makes a home-cooked play for Hoyt's (Jim Parrack) affections; Debbie (Brit Morgan) vows revenge on Alcide (Joe Manganiello); Eric (Alexander Skarsgård) uses Hadley (Lindsey Haun) as bait to get information from Sophie-Anne (Evan Rachel Wood); Russell (Denis O'Hare) turns his back on the Authority, and on the Magister (Zeljko Ivanek). Written by Brian Buckner; directed by John Dahl. Episode #8: "Night on the Sun" Debut: SUNDAY, AUG. 8 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) Shaken and disillusioned, Sookie rethinks her relationship with Bill. Sophie-Anne takes up a new residence as Russell plots his next move. Jessica (Deborah Ann Woll) and Bill reconcile; Jason throws down the gauntlet in hopes of saving Crystal; Lafayette (Nelsan Ellis) gets a surprise visit from his mom, Ruby Jean (Alfre Woodard); Sam tries to keep Tommy in check; Merlotte's gets a new waitress; Eric proves the depth of his allegiance to Russell. Sookie finds herself in a vulnerable position when Alcide needs to deal with a family emergency. Written by Raelle Tucker; directed by Lesli Linka Glatter. Episode #9: "Everything Is Broken" Debut: SUNDAY, AUG. 15 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) With the ratification of the Vampire Rights Amendment at hand, Nan Flanagan (Jessica Tuck) detours to Fangtasia to confront Eric about the Magister's disappearance. A grief-stricken Russell vows revenge against his foes, vampire and human. Awaking from a slumber, Bill uncovers the truth about Sookie's true identity. Jason gets unexpected help as he goes up against Felton (James Harvey Ward) and Calvin (Gregory Sporleder). Sam is distressed by Tommy's attitude; Tara (Rutina Wesley) encounters a new ally and an old tormentor; Hadley introduces Sookie to a new family member; Arlene (Carrie Preston) despairs about her future; Hoyt confronts his true feelings. Written by Alexander Woo; directed by Scott Winant. Episode #10: "I Smell a Rat" Debut: SUNDAY, AUG. 22 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) A reluctant Bill warns Sookie about the dangers she will face. Jesus (Kevin Alejandro) is intrigued by the mysterious qualities of V. Sam's recent fit of rage triggers dark memories. Eric takes precautions and fulfills a wish; Arlene turns to Holly (Lauren Bowles) for help with a pressing problem; Jason deals with the unexpected, both with Tara and Crystal; Jessica is torn between Tommy and Hoyt. After communing with Talbot (Theo Alexander), Russell promises to extract vengeance on his enemies. Written by Kate Barnow & Elisabeth R. Finch; directed by Michael Lehmann. Episode #11: "Fresh Blood" Debut: SUNDAY, AUG. 29 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) Bill tries to earn back Sookie's trust, but ends up bringing her face-to-face with fresh dangers. Knowing he's no physical match for the King, Eric tempts Russell with the "ultimate vampire dream." Jason tries to wrap his head around Crystal's revelation. Sam embraces his dark side, alienating everyone except Tara. Hoyt and Jessica take their romance to the next level; with Holly's help, Arlene puts her future in the hands of a goddess; post V-trip, Lafayette struggles with new demons. Written by Nancy Oliver; directed by Daniel Minahan. Episode #12: "Evil is Going On" Debut: SUNDAY, SEP. 12 (9:00-10:00 p.m.) Eric grapples with his conscience while plotting his perfect revenge against Russell. Fed up with being "vampire crack," Sookie considers a new life without Bill – or any other vampire. Tara discovers some surprising news about Sam, whose rage resurfaces upon learning of Tommy’s latest transgression. Jason finds a new calling after warning Crystal’s family about an impending drug raid. Plagued by visions, Lafayette turns to Jesus for help, and learns his boyfriend has more to offer than companionship. Hoyt hopes for a future with Jessica, spurning Maxine’s pleas to wed Summer. Submitted by: glamoured69 Source: HBO and zap2it | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 06/18/2010 True Blood spoiler: The new season of "True Blood" was being filmed this week in L.A. -- and we got ourselves some spoileriffic pics from the set! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TMZ Too Fab | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 02/20/2010 True Blood spoiler: Arty on True Blood - What's coming for Eric in Season 3? And what about his relationship with Sookie? thanx! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Spoiler TV | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 02/05/2009 True Blood spoiler: [HOLLIS] Mid 40s.. African American, this bouncer in a bar looks like he either was an NFL lineman or has just eaten one. A nice guy who knows Alcide well (though he's suspicious of Alcide's guest, Sookie), Hollis bursts in to help when Alcide is getting the crap beaten out of him, and then gives him some unexpected bad news about his fiancee, Debbie..sptv050769.2 speeches & 7 lines, 2 scenes (42) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: SpoilerTV | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 02/05/2009 True Blood spoiler: [BUXOM SWEDISH SERVANT GIRL] Female, 20's, Attractive. This servant girl is seen in a flash back to 900 AD with Eric (ALEXANDER SKARSGARD). Eric kisses her passionately and fondles her breasts. ROLE HAS NO LINES AND WILL REQUIRE PARTIAL TOPLESS NUDITY Submitted by: Boadicea Source: SpoilerTV | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 02/04/2010 True Blood spoiler:
After an exhaustive and months-long search, sources confirm that actress Brit Morgan — best known from ABC Family’s short-lived drama The Middleman — has scored the pivotal role of Debbie Pelt, the psycho ex girlfriend of werewolf Alcide (Joe Manganiello). Last month, exec producer Alan Ball told me that the juicy part — already a major component of the show’s upcoming third season — was being beefed up. “She’s going to be in more episodes,” he said, “so maybe that will have an impact on [what actress] we can get for her, which is a big question right now.” With that question now answered, all of Season 3’s major roles have been cast. Do you think Morgan’s right for the part? Surprised Ball didn’t go with a bigger name (and word is there were a couple in the running)? Sound off below! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 02/03/2010 True Blood spoiler: [ULFRICK] In his 40s to 50s.. warm, a battle-scarred Swedish Viking king, he is Eric's (Alex Sarsgård) father, seen in a flashback to 900 A.D. Though they have a good relationship, there is some tension between father and son, because Ulfrick wants Eric to learn responsibility and behave in a manner befitting royalty...GUEST STAR (47) [COLONEL JOHN FLOOD] In his 50s to 60s.. self-assured, dressed like a golfer with a military haircut, he is a Wolf Pack Leader. He doesn't respond the way Sookie and Alcide expect to recent events.sptv050769..GUEST STAR (27) [ASTRID] In her 30s, warm, a Swedish Viking queen with a new baby, she is Eric's (Alex Sarsgård) mother, seen in a flashback to 900 A.D...GUEST STAR (47) [SUMMER] In her early 20s, super positive, she's a nice girl from Hoyt's church who's attracted to Hoyt in a chaste way...2 lines, 1 scene (37) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: SpoilerTV | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 02/01/2010 True Blood spoiler:
Olivieri will play Janice Herveaux, the sister of werewolf Alcide (Joe Manganiello), the actress' rep confirms to TVGuide.com. Herveaux is described as a tough-as-nails biker chick who's somewhat protective of her younger brother. She is also into horoscopes and psychics. Olivieri will first appear in Season 3's fourth episode, "9 Crimes." She also auditioned for the role of Debbie Pelt, Alcide's ex-girlfriend. Casting for that role has yet to be announced. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TV Guide | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/31/2010 True Blood spoiler: Season 3: Behind the Scenes Pics
Submitted by: pbartteacher Source: These photos are from Andy Mackenzie who will be a were biker on the show. From Twitter. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/25/2010 True Blood spoiler: True Blood's Alexander Skarsgård More Naked Than EverGood news for True Blood fans! We're told we can expect much more nudity during season three of the hit HBO vampire series, which began filming again last month. "A lot of people will be getting naked this season," T.B.'s Todd Lowe (aka Terry Bellefleur)told us at the 16th Annual SAG Awards Saturday night. In fact, according to castmate Carrie Preston, baring it all is especially a cinch for hunky 33-year-old Swede Alexander Skarsgård... "Alex is not shy about getting naked at all!" said Preston, who plays Arlene Fowler. "And there will be lots of those kinds of scenes with Alex this season." Lowe said, "He's already been naked a time or two so far since we've gotten back to filming." Nelsan Ellis, who plays same-sex-lovin' Lafayette, said, "There are a lot of hunky dudes and beautiful women who have been added to the cast, so it doesn't surprise me that more clothes are coming off." At the recent BAFTA/L.A. tea party, Sam Trammell, who's already gone practically full frontal as Sam Merlotte, said he'd like to have a bigger share of the fangelicious hanky-panky. "I'm not having any sex yet," Trammell told us. "They really should provide Sam with more sex." But then he added, "There is a surprising—well, shocking—scene in the first episode. Some people will be happy and some people will not." Submitted by: Boadicea Source: EOnline | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/22/2010 True Blood spoiler: Who Has the Hotter Werewolves, True Blood or Twilight?
OK, Nelsan, spoil us silly. What can you tell us about season three? According to the star, "The werewolves are coming in. They're going to be good. Also, I get a love interest, and I have a mama now, played by Alfre Woodard. She's completely insane, so we'll see where that storyline goes." Lafayette's mom is insane? Oh, we cannot wait to see how those scenes play out! So, if it's true that we'll be learning a lot more about Lafayette this year, including his mom and a new boyfriend, how does that tie into the overall mythology of the show? According to Nelsan, "It doesn't, because Lafayette's storyline is completely new, considering that I'm not supposed to be in the series. Lafayette was supposed to die the seventh episode of the first season. If I have a tie into the mythology it's my tie into the vampires. I'm Eric's henchman (Alexander Skarsgård) now. So that's my tie to the mythology, but my other storyline is human, and it's all new." Eric's henchman, huh? There are worse jobs a guy could have! As for the other man in Lafayette's life, well, that's going to be the delicious Kevin Alejandro, who tells us of his role, "I just started last week, and I honestly don't know a whole lot, but there's definitely an interest between myself and the character of Lafayette." Can't wait! Last but not least, we asked Nelsan whom he would like to see appear on the show and he told us that his pick would be Angelina Jolie, as a vampire queen. "She would slay the show." Excellent choice, sir! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: EOnline! | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/21/2010 True Blood spoiler: Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/20/2020 True Blood spoiler:
viewers who suspected there might be fallout from Bill “donating” blood to save Sam’s life in the finale last September, go ahead and give yourself a gold star. The show’s boss, Alan Ball, tells me that in season 3, the hunks will forge “not just any connection, an erotic connection.” How erotic? Ball wouldn’t say. But at least he was more forthcoming with regard to another upcoming same-sex couple-to-be: Lafayette and his new love interest Jesus (played by Southland’s Kevin Alejandro). Bon Temps’ resident V peddler “is very guarded, and Jesus is a guy who is willing to knock down some of those guards,” he says. “[Though] it’s not an easy relationship, they have a lot in common. They’re both shamans of sorts, healers, so there’s a reason they get brought together. “But,” he emphasizes again, “it’s not going to be easy.” So, thoughts on a Bill/Sam flirtation? Too far-out or not far enough? And do you even care, so long as the subplot leaves Sookie free to explore her attraction to Eric? Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/18/2009 True Blood spoiler:
It also sounds like they'll be plenty of sex in the season premiere, with Sam Merlotte (Sam Trammell) ended up in a backwoods Arkansas motel room with a familiar face. "It should be curious and confusing to viewers," teases Trammell. But Ryan Kwanten says his character, Jason Stackhouse, ups Sam by one. "My character wakes up in the first episode with two women beside him," Ryan boasts. The actor's also looking forward to seeing Jason enjoy a more meaningful romance. "He will find love in the werewolf world, and love is a pretty unknown concept for him." Alfre Woodard joins the series as Ruby Jean Reynolds, mother to Lafayette and aunt to Tara. Alfre describes her character as "nuts. She's not going to be a person that the audience loves. She's not very accepting of Lafayette, which is fun to play." Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TV Guide Magazine | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/15/2010 True Blood spoiler: Andy Mackenzie on True Blood set as Creepy Biker
[CREEPY BIKER] This biker/werewolf menaces Sookie, but just might find she’s not the easy victim he anticipated…1 line, 1 scene MAY RECUR It looks like Andy MacKenzie has been added to the cast and will portray this Creepy Biker! He’s been on the set this week and shared these photos. What do you think? Does he look creepy enough to scare our heroine? Seems like Sookie’s at Merlotte’s already folks! I can see her POS car parked right in front! Hey Andy, how do we get True Blood bottles with skulls on them? Andy will appear in episodes 2 (Beautifully Broken) & 3 (It Hurts me Too). Andy has been in a gazillion films and TV and also will appear in the MacGruber film to be released this April.
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| Date: 01/13/2010 True Blood spoiler: Exclusive - True Blood - Episode 3.04 - 9 Crimes - Casting Call[DEBBIE PELT] In her late 20s.. strung-out and stubborn, she is Alcide's beloved ex who's addicted to V...STRONG RECURRING (29) No nudity required. But will be seen in bra and panties. [JANICE HERVEAUX] 32 years old, a fit.. tough-as-nails woman in biker gear, she is is Alcide's protective older sister. Somewhat New Age, Janice is into horoscopes and psychics...GUEST STAR (17) [KITCH MAYNARD] 17 years old (submit 18 to play 17).. cocky, Golden Boy, he's the new high school football star who has replaced Jason as the hometown hero, and he enjoys rubbing it in Jason's face...GUEST STAR (16) RECURRING. Possible car ass type nudity. [STRIPPER / ANN] Exotic and striking-looking, but dead behind the eyes, this scantily clad stripper is glamoured and devoured by three vampires...GUEST STAR. Topless nudity required. Submit strong actresses. (48) [CHIP WELLING] This clean-cut, all-American Christian youth recognizes Jessica from Bible Study and is relieved to see her alive...GUEST STAR (31) [DONNY] A road crew member with Jason, he kisses up to Kitch, the new high school football star...1 speech & 2 lines, 1 scene (14) [FELTON NORRIS] Early 20s, this violent young punk is a relative of Calvin's who strips Lafayette's car and helps beat up Lafayette...1 line, 2 scenes (33 sptv050769) RECURRING [TAMMY] 16 years old, she is Kitch's hot girlfriend who drives around with him in his sports car and giggles at Kitch's rudeness...1 line, 2 scenes (16) RECURRING Submitted by: Boadicea Source: SpoilerTV | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/11/2010 True Blood spoiler: 'True Blood': Joe Manganiello DishesOn His Alcide Workout And How Facebook Landed Him The Role
Joe, who's currently back on the "OTH" set in Wilmington, North Carolina filming another episode as Tric bartender Owen (woo!), told the podcast all about his role as Sookie's new, buff, wolf-y love interest on the HBO series. "It's a lot of action, a lot of fun, a lot of facial hair," he said. Joe credits his technologically savvy fans for helping him get the role. "Facebook and the internet were integral to me getting this part. There are 'True Blood' bloggers that were fans of the books. They knew this character was coming up — that it appeared in book three — so they knew it was coming up for season 3. They would blog about who should play the character, and some of these bloggers put up pictures of me." After a friend brought the posts to Joe's attention — "that is really what got me into the books" — he called his agents and managers and began posting the links on his Facebook page. When someone who was friends with the "True Blood" casting people mentioned Joe's campaign to them, "it got me in," he said. Initially, Joe read in front of Alan Ball and the "True Blood" producers for another character, also a werewolf ("It was probably the best audition I've had in a while," he said) and was scheduled for a chemistry read with star Anna Paquin in January, but he began getting other offers and put pressure on the "True Blood" producers to give him a more timely decision. They brought him back for a third reading (for Alcide this time), and he landed the part a few hours later. Of getting the role, he said, "Everybody has those daydreams. Everybody rehearses their Oscar speech in the mirror. You imagine yourself being in those positions and... the struggle is to keep yourself in check because it hasnt happened yet." But once you get the call, Joe said "You almost, like, black out for a few seconds because you cant believe whats happening. And then all of a sudden this wave of emotion comes, and you realized that all that stuff you tried to keep yourself from daydreaming about rushes in like a flood and you cant believe you're there, you got it." While shooting doesn't begin until next week, Joe said he's been working hard since he learned that he got the role. "The work has started for me with all the dialect, the workouts, the physical stuff, the prep work, the research. It's already going. Its full-blown — it's already a full-time job for me." Right now, Joe's doing what he calls his "werewolf workout," which includes 45 minutes of cardio every morning before he eats, weight training in the afternoon, and consuming lots of protein. He's in good hands — he's training with the guy who trained Hugh Jackman for "X-Men." "In this day and age, a werewolf can't be out of shape," Joe said. The podcast also covered Joe's return to "OTH," hanging out with fanboys at conventions, and the sitcom pilot he shot for NBC called "100 Questions." Which show are you more excited to see Joe on: "One Tree Hill" or "True Blood"? Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Hollywood Crush | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/08/2010 True Blood spoiler:
Rhetorical questions aside, the writer is confident that, just as his new hire won him over, he’ll win over viewers. “We were looking for a guy who was big, sexy, decent and heroic, with some darkness,” he says. “And [Manganiello] showed us all of that in the audition.” In fact, the One Tree Hill alum so impressed the boss that he wasn’t asked to take a chemistry test with leading lady Anna Paquin. “We do that when we have four or five options,” Ball explains, “and in this instance, I felt like Joe was the only one who came close to what the character needed to be.” Though Alcide isn’t introduced as a potential suitor for Sookie — “As in the book, he’s helping her find [her kidnapped boyfriend] Bill,” Ball notes, “and he has a business reason for owing Eric a favor” — one (bad) thing leads to an (incredibly sexy) other. “He’s there with her during a very painful time in her life — and his life, actually. And they’re thrown into some pretty intense situations together. “And hello, he’s hot!” he adds with a laugh. “And hello, so is she. Two hot people in some intense situations and, for whatever reasons, their significant others are not there… they’re human.” Well, that last part may be a stretch. But it’s clear what Ball is saying. The question now is, how do you feel about what he’s saying? Should the show have spent a season exploring the Bill/Sookie/Eric triangle before making it a square? Or, given that OK, yeah, Manganiello is pretty appealing, are you looking at this as a “the more, the merrier” scenario? Sound off below — and don’t be afraid to go for the jugular! (Additional reporting by Andy Patrick) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/06/2010 True Blood spoiler:
Bowler's triumph comes after he endured financial collapse during the five years he tried to break into Hollywood. It was tough, and it took a toll on his wife, actor Roxane Wilson (Stingers), and their two children, Edie and Ezekiel. [Continue reading...] Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Herald Sun | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/04/2010 True Blood spoiler: With A New 'Southland' Boyfriend For Lafayette
According to The Hollywood Reporter, everybody's favorite cross-dressing short order cook Lafayette Reynolds (Nelsan Ellis) is the latest to find love on "True Blood." The foul-mouthed antihero and occasional drug pusher is set to fall for Jesus, a young Latino orderly played by "Southland" star Kevin Alejandro. In "True Blood," Jesus is an orderly that is taking care of Lafayette's mother Ruby Jean, who will be played by the previously confirmed Alfre Woodard. Alejandro is expected to appear in "almost every episode" of the third season of "True Blood," but the actor will still maintain his job as a series regular on "Southland." Thanks to the show's recent move from NBC to TNT, shooting on "Southland" is currently on hold, affording Alejandro with enough availability to head to Bon Tempes for season three of the HBO vampire series. Of course, the upcoming relationship between Lafayette and Jesus is just one of many romantic flings on the way for season three of "True Blood." It was previously announced that Eric will have a relationship with one of his human employees, while Sookie will forge an electric connection with a werewolf named Alcide (Joe Manganiello). Jason is set to fall for the mysterious Crystal (Lindsay Pulsipher), while Tara will find some vampire loving of her own in the form of Franklin Mott (James Frain). All in all, it sounds like the third season of "True Blood" is going to be a regular old love fest, don't you think? Submitted by: Boadicea Source: MTV's Hollywood Crush | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 01/04/2010 True Blood spoiler: LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - "Southland" co-star Kevin Alejandro is staying in the South with another high-profile series gig, joining Alan Ball's vampire drama "True Blood."  Alejandro, expected to appear in almost every episode of the HBO series' upcoming third season, will play Jesus Velasquez, a Latino orderly who is taking care of Ruby Jean Reynolds (Alfre Woodard) at her care facility and becomes involved with her son, Lafayette (Nelsan Ellis).Alejandro continues to be attached as a regular to "Southland," which recently moved from NBC to TNT. Because of the cable network's plan to air the 13 produced episodes of the cop drama, starting January 12, before making a decision whether to order a second season, Alejandro can accommodate "Blood" while keeping his obligation to "Southland." Alejandro co-starred on "Shark," "Drive," "Ugly Betty" and recently had a recurring role on "Weeds." On "Blood," he joins such other new additions as Denis O'Hare, Marshall Allman, Theo Alexander, Grant Bowler, Joe Manganiello and Lindsay Pulsipher. Submitted by: glamoured Source: Reuters | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/29/2009 True Blood spoiler:
Will your Alcide be different from the Alcide in the books? JOE MANGANIELLO: Alan Ball and I had a conversation about that at one of my auditions. I think it’s up in the air. I know that, at least initially, fans of the book will be pleased with my character. What’s your take on Alcide? MANGANIELLO: He’s really big. He’s giant. When Sookie first meets him, she opens the door and looks up, and then has to look up some more. So there’s this giant presence standing in the doorway with dark hair and dark features. He’s strong and protective. He comes from a construction background; his father is in the construction business. He’s heroic and romantic. I don’t think it’s a secret that he has a broken heart when he shows up. He had a really rough go of this relationship with Debbie Pelt, so there’s a lot of friction there. Debbie’s doing a lot of things to get back at Alcide. How long are you committed to the show for? MANGANIELLO: Right now we’ve just talked about this season. What can Alcide offer Sookie that Bill and Eric can’t? MANGANIELLO: Warm flesh and blood. That’s the neat thing about my character: Although he’s not entirely human, he is flesh and blood. He has a lifespan. In the books he hugs Sookie and she feels his skin and it’s just radiating heat. So I think the fact that he has some kind of sun burnt heat-radiating skin is just completely different. It’s [similar to when] she met Bill and what a relief it was for her to not to be able to hear his thoughts. Are you ready to be thrust into the Eric/Sookie/Bill fan frenzy? MANGANIELLO: For me it’s fun. I could see how if I was a 100-pound Hollywood actress it would probably be pretty scary, but I’m a big guy, so people don’t necessarily scare me in that way. With that said, I’ve had to go to the police a couple of times for stalkers. Really? MANGANIELLO: They were really big… I don’t know how I want to describe it but they were guys. I’ve had two guy stalkers that I’ve had to go to the cops about. But other than that I think it’s a blast. It’s so fun to get caught up in that. It’s so fun to have fans care that much. It’s that whole Comic-Con, fanboy crowd. I love that. I started my career in Spider-Man, so I’m completely familiar with them and I love that kind of stuff. And you hear about love triangles all of the time, it’s going to be interesting to see how the love square works out. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/28/2009 True Blood spoiler:
How did you find out that you won the role? JOE MANGANIELLO: I had three meetings with Alan Ball. [After the last one], I got a call from my agent and manager. And whenever you get a call from your agent and manager, you have a pretty good idea that something good is about to happen. What was your reaction when they told you? MANGANIELLO: I’m not afraid to admit that I started crying. I was just so excited. It’s a dream come true. When I was a little kid, the nun at my elementary school said if you pray for something hard enough, it’ll happen. And I would pray every day with all of my heart that God would turn me into a werewolf. And when it didn’t happen, I kind of thought, “You know what? Maybe this stuff doesn’t work. Maybe I’m getting gypped.” So here it is 25 years later and my prayers got answered and I’m going to be a werewolf. What was it about being a werewolf that appealed to you? MANGANIELLO: I just loved Halloween. When I was 4, my mother dressed me up as a vampire and brought me to a haunted house. When I think about it now, bringing a 4-year-old kid to a haunted house is pretty intense. There was a vampire in the haunted house that jumped out of a coffin and I went up and tried to climb into the coffin with him. He wound up picking me up and putting me in the coffin with him and closing the lid. I [just] always liked monsters. There was something interesting about having this thing inside of you that you can’t control that comes out when you get angry. There’s something cathartic about the idea of having a beast inside you. Are you a fan of the show? MANGANIELLO: Huge fan. I’ve seen every episode. Have you met Anna Paquin yet? MANGANIELLO: Not yet. They wanted me to read with her. That was going to be my final audition, a chemistry read with Anna. But she wasn’t available so they had me come in by myself… I think it’s going to be great. I’ve seen a ton of her movies going all the way back to The Piano. I’m excited. When do you start shooting? MANGANIELLO: Late January, so I’ve got some time. Every day right now is all about the Werewolf Workout. It consists of Krav Maga, which is an Israeli fighting technique, and Cross Fit, which is kind of a gnarly crazy high-intensity workout. And I’m doing a little bit of weights in between. Was this something Alan Ball asked you to do? MANGANIELLO: No. This is something I wanted to do on my own. I’m a big guy to begin with; I work out a lot anyway. In my mind, I see the character as having a big chest, big arms — ripped the way an animal would be. Vampires have a supernatural strength to them, so you can have a vampire that is a little slighter. But a werewolf is this big, powerful, half man, half animal. I want to get as close to that as I possibly can. Wait, there’s more! In the second part of my Q&A, Manganiello tackles the hottest topics of all: How will Alan Ball’s Alcide differ from Charlaine Harris’ Alcide? How long is he committed to True Blood for? And should Sookie-Bill and Sookie-Eric fans be worried? Look for those answers (and more!) tomorrow morning! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/24/2009 True Blood spoiler: This is an extremely short clip, but even so, it sure wets the appetite. From the HBO 2009 promo and what is to come for 2010. You see a quick clip of Sookie running out of the French Restaurant and then you see Bill shirtless with a bloody cut on his arm. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Vault | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/24/2009 True Blood spoiler:
Fans of Charlaine Harris' books will be familiar with the werewolf Alcide Heveraux, another love interest for Anna Paquin's Sookie. He will be played by actor Joe Manganiello, who has had recurring roles on One Tree Hill and How I Met Your Mother. Alcide's casting information calls him articulate and heroic, but a little rough around the edges. He helps Sookie in her search for Bill, but he has a psycho girlfriend named Debbie Pelt, who is a fascinating but much hated character in the books. Executive producer Alan Ball said at the Paley Center writers event that he was enjoying looking for the right actress to play Debbie, but he has yet to cast her. Another werewolf will be played by Aussie actor Grant Bowler from Ugly Betty and Lost. His character, Coot, is the leader of a biker gang that tortures Bill and gets high on V. We will also be meeting a few new vampires, including Russell, the vampire king of Mississippi. Denis O'Hare has been cast in this role–look for him to have issues with Evan Rachel Wood's Queen Sophie-Anne. Russell has a boyfriend named Talbot, who was described in the casting call as being an "intensely beautiful vampire with an acerbic sense of humor who loves to cook despite vampires' inherent lack of cooking talents." Greece-born actor Theo Alexander will be playing Talbot. It seems as though Tara is getting over her prejudice towards fangs (and her sadness over the death of Eggs) because she will be forming an instant connection with a sexy vampire named Franklin Mott. James Frain of The Tudors is taking on this role. Eric will also find himself in a new romance, with Yvetta, a Czech dancer at Fangtasia. Natasha Alam, an actress from Uzbekistan who has appeared on several episodes of The Bold and the Beautiful, will be the much-envied woman sharing intimate moments with Alexander Skarsgard. Jason Stackhouse spent much of Season 1 naked and bed-hopping, and most of Season 2 buttoned up and abstinent (until that little incident in a later episode with Reverend Newlin's wife, Sarah). The new character Crystal Norris seems to indicate that Jason has reverted to his womanizing ways. Crystal will be played by Lindsay Pulsipher from Patrick Swayze's A&E series, The Beast. She is a barefoot, sundress-wearing woman who has electric chemistry with Jason. At the end of Season 2, shapeshifter Sam Merlotte set off in search of his real family, which will take him to Arkansas. There he finds his younger brother, Tommy Mickens, played by Marshall Allman of Prison Break. Tommy works at a tire depot and acts suspicious when Sam first meets him, probably because the Mickens family seems to be in debt with many people in town. The fact that they are shapeshifters might also have something to do with it. Melinda, Sam's biological mother who is said to be trashy-looking and constantly hungover, will be played by Tony-nominated actress J. Smith-Cameron. Melinda is married to Joe Lee Mickens, a dirt poor, badly educated man, for which Cooper Huckabee has been cast. We will finally be meeting the sure-to-be sassy woman who raised flamboyant fry cook Lafayette. Emmy-award winning actress Alfre Woodard has been cast as Ruby Jean Reynolds, who is an intensely religious woman. She is also somewhat deranged and being cared for in a private facility. One of the nurses there is an attractive and good-natured Latino man named Jesus Velasquez, who seems to be a likely candidate for Lafayette's love interest that Alan Ball has been teasing. This role has not yet been cast. Shannon Lucio from The O.C. and Prison Break has been cast as Caroline Compton, Bill's wife from his human life in the Civil War era. She will feature in at least one important flashback scene, in which Bill returns home after being turned into a vampire. His wife accosts him with a shotgun, believing him to be an intruder, but then she realizes that it is her long-lost husband whom she thought to be dead. Fans will also be pleased to know that young Danish actor Allan Hyde will be reprising his role as the 2,000-year old vampire Godric, whose wisdom and gentleness made his sacrifice in episode 9, "I Will Rise Up," one of the most emotional scenes of the series. He died on the hotel rooftop in Dallas when he met the sun, so he will probably be appearing in flashbacks with Eric. Just as Season 2 had separate storylines going on in Dallas and Bon Temps, all of these character descriptions paint a story of Season 3 with many of the regulars spread out through Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. SOURCES: The Hollywood Reporter, EW Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TVOverMind | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/23/2009 True Blood spoiler:
Question: Thanks for all the True Blood casting news! Do you have any other scoop on season 3? –JKH Ausiello: It’s happening: Lafayette is getting a boyfriend! A True insider tells me that Alan Ball is quietly searching for a sexy Latino actor in his 30s to play a lust interest for everyone’s favorite same-gender-lovin’ blood dealer. (Over the summer, Ball confirmed that viewers would see a more “vulnerable” Lafayette in season 3.) Got casting tips? Head to the comments! Here’s one to get you started: Um, Adam Rodriguez, hello. [Continue reading...] Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/19/2008 True Blood spoiler:
Who dat? I’m glad you asked. Crystal is a mysterious and haunting beautiful young woman who shares an “electric connection” with Jason. I can’t be sure, but I think electric connection is a euphemism for having sex outside during a thunderstorm. Reaction? You know the drill. Scroll down and start gabbing. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/18/2009 True Blood spoiler: Ask Ausiello: Spoilers on 'NCIS,' 'Glee,' Bones,' 'HIMYM, 'Grey's,' and more! - Entertainment Weekly[Read entire article...]
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| Date: 12/16/2009 True Blood spoiler:
True Blood already has a ridiculously sprawling cast filled with vampires, shapeshifters, were-vampires, shape-wolves, and drunken hayseeds (the most dangerous of all!), but it seems like every day brings with it a new casting notice for Season 3. Who are all these new people? Who will they be playing? And most importantly, how naked will Alan Ball make them get? Here’s Movieline’s handy-dandy guide to help you make sense of it all: THE LOVE INTERESTS  Alcide Heveraux: Joe MangianelloAffiliation: Werewolf Backstory: One of the most anticipated new roles, as the courteous Alcide becomes a love interest for Sookie later in the series. (Say what you will about Sookie having too many love interests too soon, but you have to admire the girl’s commitment to interspecies diversity.) Chances of Getting Naked: By the time these two get together, Anna Paquin’s breast-baring will have lost its novelty value. Someone’s gotta pick up the slack.  Franklin Mott: James FrainAffiliation: Vampire Backstory: Franklin has a lot to live up to, as he’ll be replacing the oft-objectified Eggs as Tara’s new main squeeze. Chances of Getting Naked: Described in the casting notice as “sexy, sexy, sexy, sexy.” (In casting parlance, that fourth “sexy” means the auditioning actor has to slate, read, and submit to an in-the-room improv exercise that involves manscaping and cupped genitals.)  Caroline: Shannon LucioAffiliation: Human Backstory: Bill’s Civil War wife, who he abandoned after he was turned after he was turned into a vampire. Chances of Getting Naked: Did they actually get naked during the Civil War? I always thought they mourned the loss at Fort Sumter, then engaged in heavy petting through a sheet.  Reverend Daniels: Gregg DanielAffiliation: Human Backstory: The church pastor who counsels Lettie Mae, Tara’s mother. Chances of Getting Naked: Says the casting notice: “He’s a bit uncomfortable when Lettie Mae’s hug goes on too long.” As are we. Let’s end it there. THE EXTENDED FAMILY  Lafayette’s mother: Alfre WoodardAffiliation: Human Backstory: I repeat: Alfre Woodard is playing Lafayette’s mother. I can only hope they call each other “hooker” and start removing earrings when family spats get too heated. Chances of Getting Naked: I mean, after that Desperate Housewives arc and the cancellation of Three Rivers, a girl’s gotta put food at the table, but I’m thinking not.  Tommy: Marshall AllmanAffiliation: Shapeshifter Backstory: Sam’s brother. Chances of Getting Naked: When the casting notice for your part has the somehow quaint-sounding term “BACKSIDE NUDITY” in capital letters, you’re getting naked.  Melinda: J. Smith-CameronAffiliation: Shapeshifter Backstory: Sam’s dirt-poor, hungover, trashy-looking mother. Chances of Getting Naked: I’m betting that a low-cut, Cheeto-stained blouse is as far as we’re going here.  Joe Lee: Cooper HuckabeeAffiliation: Shapeshifter Backstory: Sam’s father. Chances of Getting Naked: Only if we’re getting an exciting flashback to Sam’s conception, where his parents morph-mated as birds, pigs, and adorably spooning okapi. THE NEW BLOOD  Coot: Grant BowlerAffiliation: Werewolf Backstory: The leader of a group of dangerous “were-bikers.” This show. Chances of Getting Naked: High. Bowler is Australian, and that’s simply what they do. Just ask Ryan Kwanten.  Russell Edgington: Denis O’HareAffiliation: Vampire Backstory: The gay vampire king of Mississippi Chances of Getting Naked: No need, when you’re flanked by…  Talbot: Theo AlexanderAffiliation: Vampire Backstory: Russell’s hunky, sarcastic boy-toy. Chances of Getting Naked: Described as an “intensely beautiful male vampire [with] the buff good looks of an underwear model.” Count on him taking a nudity bullet for Denis O’Hare. THE PROMOTION  Pam: Kristin BauerAffiliation: Vampire Backstory: Formerly just a recurring member of True Blood’s sprawling cast, Bauer’s bisexual vampire’s been upgraded to regular status. Chances of Getting Naked: Like a Scientology war bride, it’s impossible for a True Blood cast member to sign an ironclad contract without knowing exactly what’s expected in return. See you at 24-Hour Fitness, Kristin! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: MovieLine | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/16/2009 True Blood spoiler: True Blood Casts Werewolf Alcide Herveaux
There’s a hot new werewolf on the scene! Taylor Lautner may be PEOPLE’s most wanted star in 2010, but True Blood fans will have something to growl about now that the show has cast Joe Manganiello as Alcide Herveaux, who will appear in season 3 as a love interest for Sookie Stackhouse. In the books by Charlaine Harris Anna Paquin on the show) search for her missing vampire beau Bill Compton (played by Stephen Moyer). that HBO’s hit is based on, the werewolf Alcide helps Sookie (played by According to EW.com, which first reported the casting news, producers were looking for a “good-looking, rough-around-the-edges, articulate, heroic, and decent” man for the role. They found their guy in Manganiello, who is best known for playing bartender Owen on One Tree Hill and his recurring role as Brad on How I Met Your Mother. [Continue reading...] Submitted by: Boadicea Source: People Magazine | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/15/2009 True Blood spoiler: 'True Blood'fills Alcide role
The "How You Met Your Mother" hunk has landed the recurring part of Alcide, a hot and sexy alpha male werewolf. Meanwhile, it's been a parents casting week on Alan Ball's vampire drama. The latest to join the series for an arc is Cooper Huckabee who will play Sam's (Sam Trammell) dad Joe Lee Mickens. This follows the Monday castings of J. Smith-Cameron as Sam's estranged mother Melinda Mickens and of Alfre Woodard as Lafayette's (Nelsan Ellis) mom. Manganiello also had a memorable arc on "One Tree Hill" playing a bartender dating Brooke (Sophia Bush). The actor, whose credits also include a recurring role on "ER" and a part in "Spider-Man 3," is repped by BRS. Major new cast additions to "True Blood" for season three include Denis O'Hare, Marshall Allman, Theo Alexander and Grant Bowler. There has been a slew of bit part casting on the show over the past week, including actors Shannon Wells, C.C. Sheffield ("The and the Beautiful") and Natasha Alam. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Live Feed | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/15/2009 True Blood spoiler: Meet Eric's new plaything
Actress-model Natasha Alam (The Bold and the Beautiful) is joining the season 3 cast in the potentially recurring role of Yvetta, Eric’s new dancer at Fangtasia, sources confirm to me exclusively. Eric engages in a sexual relationship with his newest employee, which, if I’m not mistaken, is a flagrant violation of Fangtasia’s super-strict sexual harassment policy. (I made a funny.) In other True Blood casting news, character actor Gregg Daniel (NYPD Blue, Desperate Housewives) has been tapped to play Reverend Daniels. Tara’s mom turns to the Reverend for, um, comfort. (I made another funny.) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/14/2009 True Blood spoiler: 'Tudors' star is Franklin Mott!
Tudors star James Frain has just been cast in the heavily recurring role of Franklin Mott, Tara’s over-protective vampire squeeze, sources confirm to me exclusively. The English actor, whose TV credits include recurring roles on Invasion (as Eli) and 24 (as Paul Raines), will debut in the second episode of the show’s upcoming third season. The casting breakdown for the role describes Franklin as a tall, dark, and handsome vampire who seems to have an “immediate and torrid” connection to Tara. In the books, Franklin is essentially Tara’s sugar daddy, but I’m guessing Alan Ball is taking the character in a different direction. My question for you: On a rebound relationship scale of 1 to 10, where does Frain’s Franklin fall? Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/14/2009 True Blood spoiler:
The Emmy-winning actress has been tapped to guest star on Alan Ball's vampire drama "True Blood" as the mother of Lafayette Reynolds (Nelsan Ellis), the cook at Merlotte's who got busted for selling vampire blood and held captive and tortured by Eric (Alexander Skarsgard). Since Lafayette and Tara (Rutina Wesley) are cousins, it means that Sookie's best friend would be getting a visit from her aunt. Woodard, repped by ICM and D/F Management, recently joined TNT's dramedy pilot "Delta Blues" in a co-starring role opposite Jason Lee. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TheHollywoodReporter | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/14/2009 True Blood spoiler: 'True Blood' exclusive:'Law & Order' alum is Sam's mom!
True Blood has tapped Tony-nominated actress J. Smith-Cameron to play the recurring role of Sam’s estranged mother, Melinda. In addition to her many Broadway roles, Cameron has appeared on Law & Order, Six Degrees, and K Street. As previously described in this very column, Melinda is dirt-poor, hungover, and trashy-looking. Prison Break’s Marshall Allman is on board to play her son (and Sam’s younger sib.) Still-to-be-cast is Melinda’s equally filthy hubby, Joe Lee. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/11/2009 True Blood spoiler: Director: Michael Lehmann Writer: Alexander Woo [ALCIDE HERVEAUX] This good looking, rough looking but articulate and basically decent man is not what he seems. He is a heroic type and he and Sookie get along really well, and it's possible there's even an attraction between the two..VERY STRONG RECURRING [HOLLIS] 40s, African American, this bouncer in a bar looks like he either was an NFL lineman or has just eaten one. A nice guy who knows Alcide well (though he's suspicious of Alcide's guest, Sookie), Hollis bursts in to help when Alcide is getting the crap beaten out of him, and then gives him some unexpected bad news about his fiancee, Debbie...2 speeches & 7 lines, 2 scenes (42) [DR. ROBIDEAUX] 70s... this kindly, old-school gynecologist/obstetrician examines Arlene with an ultra-sound. 1 speech & 6 lines, 1 scene (18) [TURK] This obnoxious, drunk in a bar taunts the apparently helpless Sookie...3 lines, 1 scene (43) [PASTOR] This pastor presides at Eggs' funeral and gives the eulogy sptv050769...1 speech, 1 scene (20) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: SpoilerTV | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/10/2009 True Blood spoiler:
“There's more of people with different agendas,” Skarsgard – who had a breakout season as his not-always-bad boy vampire Eric emerged as a contender for Sookie Stackhouse’s heart and soul – told TVGuideMagazine.com. “Sam's got his stuff to deal with, his background and who he is, trying to figure that out. There might be some more tension between the vampire kingdoms and queendoms and they might introduce other creatures than just vampires.” “There's a lot of new characters that will be introduced,” confirms Wesley. “We've got some werewolves that are coming in. Everyone is back now, so it'll be interesting to see how Tara deals with everything that happens with the last season. She's got a lot grieving she has to do, but I have a feeling that someone's going to come in and sweep her off of her feet. Then we've got Sookie there to help her out as well. They're making a lot of people the focus. That's the one thing that I love about being on the show – that it's truly an ensemble. All of us have really good and meaty stuff to work on.” Skarsgard said that Eric’s ancient history is going to be further explored during the season as well. “In Season 2 there was a flashback. We see when Eric was a Viking, and there will be another flashback. We'll see Eric and someone else as a tag team – I don't want to reveal from what era, but it's a couple of really fun scenes.” “It's amazing because he's been around for a thousand years and lived all over the world, so you can put him in any situation in any country,” said Skarsgard. “I want more of the stuff from his earlier days when he was in Scandinavia, during the Viking days. I'd love that because you don't see much of that in movies or on television from that era – and obviously because I'm from Sweden I'm quite fascinated by it. It's my heritage, that culture with the Vikings, and so hopefully we'll get to see a little more of that.” There are also some guest stars waiting in the wings: Wesley said she’s heard that actor Don Swayze, brother of the late Patrick Swayze, will appear on the show, and Skarsgard says there’s a well-known name who just might be making a visit to Bon Temps. “There's one that I'm hoping we can get towards the end of Season 3,” he revealed. “It's not official yet and something I'm pretty excited about – someone that I'd very, very much enjoy working with.” Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TV Guide Magazine | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/08/2009 True Blood spoiler: Kristin Bauer might get a meaty story line in Season 3
Eric's sidekick Pam on "True Blood" is getting a promotion. Kristin Bauer, who plays blonde vampire Pam, Eric's (Alexander Skarsgard) wingwoman at vampire bar Fangtasia, has been promoted to a regular on the HBO series. Bauer had guest starred on Alan Ball's vampire drama for the first two seasons, appearing in a total of 11 episodes. Ball recently hinted that may have a meaty story line in store for Pam for Season 3 when she may get into a lesbian relationship. Bauer, who most recently co-starred on the CBS drama pilot "House Rules," is repped by the Paul Kohner Agency and Kritzer/Levine/Wilkins/Griffin. It's a busy casting time at "True Blood," which started production on its third season last week. Denis O'Hare and Marshall Allman have been tapped as new regulars, and Theo Alexander and Grant Bowler as recurring, with a slew of other roles yet to be cast. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TheHollywoodReporter | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 12/06/2009 True Blood spoiler: "True Blood", a scripted pay-cable television show, is now casting several major roles for the upcoming cable season. This drama series is about a telepathic waitress living in rural Louisiana who falls in love with a vampire and tries to deal with the rocky relationship. The episode casting this week is entitled "Beautifully Broken". "True Blood" is written by Alan Ball and Raelle Tucker, and directed by Scott Winant and Michael Lehmann. The show is produced by Alan Ball, Brian Buckner, Carol Trussellk, and Raelle Tucker for Your Face Goes Here Entertainment. Send emails to  by December 10th for more info.ROLES AVAILABLE: FEMALES "Crystal Norris", any ethnicity, 20s. Crystal is a beautiful, ethereal, and elusive young woman who has a brief but significant encounter with the character Jacob. There is something mystical about Crystal's aura. Jacob is immediately smitten by this woman, and the two of them seem to share an unexplainable attachment to each other. Crystal wanders off before Jacob has a chance to get to know her----though he soon will have a chance to meet her again in the near future. RECURRING ROLE "Female Reporter", any ethnicity, 20s - 30s. She is a pretty and hard-nosed TV news journalist who is trying to get to the bottom of a story about wild animals supposedly biting people in the town of Bon Temps. This woman does an interview with local police investigators and pointedly asks them if perhaps something else more menacing may be responsible for the attacks. The police deny this theory. But they clearly seem to be shielding some information about the case from the public. "Ruby Jean Reynolds", African-American, 40s - 50s. Ruby is a mentally-ill and emotionally unstable woman who lives in an institution. She is very religious and extremely old-fashioned in her moral views. She expresses an overt disgust for gay people. Ruby is clearly a woman who cannot cope with life in the modern world and must be monitored constantly by mental health professionals. "Melinda Mickens", Caucasian or African-American, 40s - 50s. Melinda is an uneducated, financially-destitute, and rural woman who lives with her husband Joe in squalor. She clearly has a problem with alcohol. Her clothes are tattered and uncleaned. Yet despite her seediness, it turns out that Melinda played an important role in Sam Merlotte's life years ago. RECURRING ROLE MALES "Sergeant Kinney", Caucasian or African-American, 20s. Sergeant Kinney appears in a flashback sequence to the German front of World War Two. He is a fresh-faced American soldier who is away from home for the first time. Though he is in a harsh and brutal environment, Sergeant Kinney somehow has a touch of naivete to him. While marching through Nazi Germany, he is approached by a frightened civilian German lady who begs for his help. He goes over to her to see if she is okay, but it turns out that this woman is actually a full-fledged Nazi, and he is met by a sudden attack. PRINCIPLE ROLE "Shane", Caucasian, 20s - 30s. Shane is an alcoholic and impoverished redneck guy who is very brash and callous toward other people. He spends most of his time at Merlotte's bar getting inebriated with his best friend Kris. When he begins drinking heavily, Shane starts making derogatory comments about someone in the town who has recently passed away. The bartender Tara Thornton gets offended and demands an apology from him. But Shane just laughs it off, and Tara loses her temper and punches him. CO-STARRING ROLE "Creepy Biker", any ethnicity, 20s - 30s. This scary-looking biker dude is secretly a werewolf. He comes up to Sookie and tries to harrass her. But he doesn't realize that Sookie has telepathic powers. He soon learns that Sookie is not as vulnerable as she appears. RECURRING ROLE "Calvin Norris", any ethnicity, Mid 30s - 40s. Calvin is a large, physically-intimidating, and grumpy man who lives in an old dilapidated trailer home. He is annoyed when someone knocks on his door and he finds out that it is the cops. They have shown up to inspect his trailer home as part of a crime investigation. Calvin is reluctant to let the cops inside at first, but when they explain that they have obtained a warrant, he begrudgingly lets them look around. RECURRING ROLE "Joe Lee Mickens", Caucasian or African-American, 50s. Joe is a lower-class, impoverished, and unsophisticated guy who is married to Melinda. He is shocked to discover that Sam Merlotte played an important part in his wife's childhood. RECURRING ROLE Please send photos and resumes by December 10th to for more information!Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Theatreport | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 11/30/2009 True Blood spoiler: By Nellie Andreeva Nov 30, 2009 Marshall Allman set to play Sam Trammell's brother
Meanwhile, Shannon Lucio has landed a guest role on the vampire drama. Allman will play Tommy Mickens, the long-lost younger brother of Sam Merlotte (Sam Trammell) who works at a Tire Depot in Arkansas. He is the second new series regular cast on Alan Ball's drama following the hire of Denis O'Hare as Russell Eddington, the Vampire King of Mississippi. Lucio will play Caroline Compton, the wife of Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer) who lived during the Civil War. Amber Dawn Landrum played the character in a flashback on the show's first season.
Allman, a series regular on Fox's "Prison Break," playing the teenage son of Lincoln Burrows (Dominic Purcell), recently guest-starred on AMC's "Mad Men" and FX's "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." The actor, whose feature credits include "The Immaculate Conception of Little Dizzle," is repped by Gersh. Lucio has recurred on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Prison Break." Submitted by: Boadicea Source: HollywoodReporter | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 11/30/2009 True Blood spoiler: True Blood - Episode 3.02 - Beautifully Broken - Casting Call Director: Scott Winant Writer: Raelle Tucker [CRYSTAL NORRIS] 20s.. Barefoot in a sundress, this mysterious and hauntingly beautiful young woman shares an electric connection with Jacob before disappearing into the trees...no lines in this episode, 1 scene (50) VERY STRONG RECURRING [MELINDA MICKENS] Female, 50s, dirt-poor, hung-over, trashy-looking, she wears stained clothes and lives in a shanty house styled in early dumpster. She has a mysterious link to Sam's distant past...STRONG RECURRING (19) [JOE LEE MICKENS] Male. 50s, Melinda's husband, he's a dirt poor, poorly educated man who is also amazed when he realizes Sam's link to his wife's early life...STRONG RECURRING (19) *************************************************** [RUBY JEAN REYNOLDS] This African-American woman in her late 40s to early 50s is clearly deranged. Intensely religious and viciously homophobic, she's being cared for in an elite private facility.sptv050769..6 lines, 1 scene (23) [WERE-BITCH] FEMALE, 20s or 30s, NAKED, MUST SPEAK GERMAN. Seen in flashback to World War II, this naked, trembling German woman pleads for help, but suddenly and terrifying transforms...4 lines, 2 scenes (9) [CALVIN NORRIS] This big, rugged, bare-chested man in his 40s is upset when the police arrive with a warrant to search his rundown trailer...2 lines, 1 scene in this episode; STRONG RECURRING (50) [FEMALE REPORTER] This attractive female reporter interviews the authorities about some recent "animal" attacks...2 speeches, 2 scenes (25) [SHANE AND KRIS] These two drunk, lowlife hillbillies incite Tara's fury with their disrespect for one recently dead. When Shane refuses to apologize, Tara proceeds to beat him up...4 lines, 1 scene; 1 line, 1 scene respectively (51) [SGT. KINNEY] Seen in flashback to World War II (Germany 1945), this baby-faced American G.I. in his 20s stops to assist a distressed German woman -- and gets a terrifying surprise...2 lines, 2 scenes (8) [CREEPY BIKER] This biker/werewolf menaces Sookie, but just might find she's not the easy victim he anticipated...1 line, 1 scene (21) MAY RECUR. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Spoiler TV | |||||||||||||||||||||
Date: 11/30/2009 'True Blood' Casting: Sam's mom and more!With True Blood starting production on its third season this week, the spoilers are starting to flow as freely as Type O-neg at Fangtasia! The biggie: Casting is now underway for a role that sounds suspiciously like it can only be that of Sam’s mother! Debuting in episode 2, middle-aged Melinda Mickens, The Ausiello Files’ sources say, is just about the only character in history who lives in more trash than Oscar the Grouch. And since she and equally filthy hubby Joe Lee share the same surname as Tommy, the character this column’s already reported is Sam’s brother…well, you can do that math, can’t you? The show is also on the hunt for a knockout to play Crystal Norris, a mysterious beauty who bewitches one of our alpha males. (Figuratively. Um, I think.) She’ll also make her first appearance in the second eppy. But wait, there’s more… In that same hour, we’ll flash back to a World War II werewolf dogfight, flash forward again to meet a werewolf biker who likes the look of Sookie’s kibbles and bits, and be treated to the spectacle of Tara smacking down a couple of rednecks who diss the recently deceased. Alas, poor Eggs. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 11/28/2009 True Blood spoiler: Summer TV screen to scorch
INSIDER had a flying visit last week from likable lad Grant Bowler, who rightly talked up his latest (and arguably greatest) Stateside gig, True Blood.Unable to contain his excitement about the role, Bowler tipped this columnist into the news. "Mate, it's HBO and it's the King ... it's the chance to work for an Oscar-winner [series creator Allan Ball] and alongside an Oscar-winner [Anna Paquin]," he said. It's a great break for the 41-year-old Bowler, who has struggled with bad luck in the US for the past four years, largely because of directorial whims and the writers' strike. [Continue reading...] Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Daily Telegraph | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 11/03/2009 True Blood spoiler: Bill won't be back for a while.Ball confirmed that the arc of Bill's kidnapping will last "about six episodes." That sounds like just enough time to put Sookie (Anna Paquin) through the wringer, but not enough to try viewers' patience. Plus, we'll probably still get to see Bill deal with his captors in episodes 1-5. Meet the Merlottes. Shape-shifter Sam (Sam Trammell) will find his family this year, and Tucker gets to write their characters a lot in episode two. "I'm getting to write Sam's family, which is a lot of fun, and, really, I feel really satisfying as a character arc," she said. "I really am glad that he's taking this journey and he's learning about himself. I find that interesting. They aren't the brightest people, maybe. At least they appear that way. They're fairly dysfunctional, but like anybody else, they have their good things about them and not-so-good things. They're still getting to know each other. Sam's still getting to know them, and so are we." Werewolves sink their teeth into Louisiana. Werewolves are coming to True Blood, and Ball offered a preview of what his wolf-people will look like. "They're just wolves," Ball said. "It's just people who can turn into wolves, but they're slightly bigger and much stronger. Their eyes glow orange a little bit." There's even more supernatural stuff. It's not just vampires and werewolves. Woo is most excited about the expanding world of season three. "The entire world is going to get a lot bigger," Woo said. "Not only the human world, but in Sookie's eyes, she's going to see the whole supernatural world. Luckily, since this show is through Sookie's eyes, as an audience we'll get to see a much larger supernatural world." Sookie will explore her own powers. Sookie's powers have gone from simple telepathy to some kind of hand-glowing power. Tucker confirmed that Sookie's powers continue to expand in season three. "I think that Sookie is conscious of her abilities more this season than she's been, and she's questioning them more," Tucker said. "We're going to be exploring that more this season." Meet the Vampire King. Ball said the Vampire King of Mississippi is coming in season three. He provides a contrast to Sophie-Anne, the Vampire Queen of Louisiana (Evan Rachel Wood). "He's older," Ball said. "He's much more mature. He's much more methodical and grounded. She's kind of crazy. To me, she's kind of like Paris Hilton/Lindsay Lohan, where she has a very short attention span and she's very, very egomaniacal and very self-obsessed and doesn't really think about her actions, whereas the Vampire King is very much an adult. He has an agenda. He has things he wants to achieve. I think he's much more formidable than she is." Jason will stay out of trouble. In two seasons, Sookie's brother, Jason (Ryan Kwanten), has been accused of murder and got caught up in a cult. Season three will find him keeping a low profile. "I think Jason's path this season is actually about not getting into trouble," Tucker said. "It's about trying to stay out of trouble. I think it's going well for him." Sophie-Anne might get into more trouble. Wood is signed to return for more episodes in season three. Since her recreational activities include orchestrating the sale of vampire blood, things could go very badly for her. "Well, Sophie Anne, when last we left her, she was sort of behind this selling of V as a recreational drug on the streets, pretty much," Ball said. "That's not something a vampire authority figure should be doing. If higher-up vampire authority figures figure that out, they're not going to be happy." There's a new biker gang in town. Season three will introduce a biker gang called Coot's F--k You Crew. Tucker said the new characters are still evolving and won't be what you expect. "The one thing I will say is that they are very mysterious," Tucker said. "They're a group who's been around a lot longer than you think. I don't want to say too much about them right now, because I think that we are in the early stages of figuring that out." A new character called Tommy Mickens brings the hurt. Woo is writing the new character of Tommy Mickens, who will make a huge impact on our favorite characters. "Tommy Mickens is someone I don't want to reveal too much about, because I don't want to ruin the surprise," Woo said. "He's a completely new character, but he plays very prominently in the emotional life of at first one and then, later, several other of our characters. He'll be the first domino to push the rest." Headgear plays a major role. Helmets have become a joke in the writer's room. Tucker explained how the writers became aware they were relying too much on protective headgear. "There've been several moments that we've been pitching things and thought, 'Oh, well, maybe she could be wearing a helmet, and that would protect her. Maybe he could wear a helmet in that scene,'" Tucker recalled. "Suddenly we realized we had a whole bunch of characters wearing helmets for no particular reason. So we thought, oh, that's the theme of the season." Sorry, ladies, Eric is still a tease. Fans keep demanding more screen time for Eric (Alexander Skarsgard), but the writers won't indulge them. "You know, what's funny is that he's in the first two books; he's a fairly minor character in Sookie's universe," Tucker said. "There's a lot of fan pressure that they're supposed to be this big romantic thing, which actually in Charlaine [Harris]'s books doesn't happen until much, much further down. I think if we did that, we'd probably bore them all to death. I think part of the magic of Eric is some of the mystery of Eric and the inaccessibility of Eric. I think you don't want to turn them into the nice romantic love interest who's in every scene. I think his danger is important, so not just throwing him up whenever somebody wants to see his bare chest is actually a more disciplined approach." Submitted by: Boadicea Source: SciFiWire | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 11/03/2009 True Blood spoiler: Melina in Washington, D.C.: Thanks for the True Blood news last week! Do you have anything else about Eric? Your wish is my command. Eric (Alexander Skarsgård) fans will be happy to hear that even though Godric (Allan Hyde) is dead, the writers are considering exploring his 1,000-year history with Eric through flashbacks. Whoo-hoo! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: EOnline | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/31/2009 True Blood spoiler: This Week In HollywoodlandBEVERLY HILLS—This week in Hollywoodland was filled with surprises, new tell-all books, casting rumors, a prince threw a bash at the famed Beverly Hills Hotel and a Hollywood and Broadway legend was honored. News came on a “True Blood” message board that the charismatic and talented Eric Braeden was being considered for a pivotal role as the supreme vampire on the hit HBO series. This role is for the vampire who is the leader of all vampires. The rumor was too good to be true. Or is it? Emmy-winner Braeden who has portrayed Victor Newman on “The Young and the Restless” for almost 30 years to date has recently renewed his contract with the soap. Last week Braden’s representative told Canyon News, “Eric has agreed to return to ‘Y&R.’ This week when the rep was contacted for a statement about the rumors flying fast and furious online of Eric’s possible alliance with “True Blood.” The same statement was given.
For now we’ll file this story under a rumor. Though it was too big of a story to go without some investigating, as Eric Braeden’s appearance on the hit show would put the already successful series over the top to mega-hit status in the time it would take for Sookie to decide to marry Bill. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Canyon News | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/29/2009 True Blood spoiler: The Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills is hosting a True Blood writers panel this evening, featuring Alan Ball, Alexander Woo, Nancy Oliver, Brian Buckner, Kate Barnow, and Elisabeth Finch. The panel is being moderated by PopWatch’s Alynda Wheat. As usual we have operatives in place to report back to us with juicy tidbits in advance of a full report coming later. The panel begins at 7PM PT; keep refreshing for the latest and beware of spoilers! On the Red Carpet
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| Date: 10/29/2009 True Blood spoiler: Attention, True Blood Fans: You'll Get Your Werewolves After All
Alan tells us that not only does Alcide appear, but that he's bringing his backstory from the books with him: "Alcide Herveaux is going to be on TV. We haven't cast him yet, but I believe he appears first in the third episode. Alcide is already in love with someone, a very bad woman named Debbie Pelt. But will he fall in love with some else? It's too soon to say." We learned a great deal more last night at the fantastic True Blood writers' event hosted by the Paley Center. Among other things, there was a promise from Ball that one of your fan-fave actors won't be marginalized on the TV series (even if Charlaine Harris does have it in for his character in the books), and crucial info about where/when/how you can next see Alexander Skarsgård nekkid. Here's what we learned about this very, very important question: News for Team Bill: According to Ball, the bad news for Team Bill is that there probably won't be a Bill-Sookie (Anna Paquin) wedding this season, even after Bill's sweet finale marriage proposal, but the good news is that the show won't leave Bill hanging: "Stephen Moyer will not be marginalized...Bill and Sookie might go through some rough patches that last maybe a little longer than Team Bill fans might like. But Bill and Sookie have a connection that will never die." News for Team Eric: Fans of Skarsgård will have a lot to like in season three. From Eric's humble beginnings in season one, when, as Ball puts it, "He was a prisoner of that wig," he's graduated to a front and center role in season three. To be specific, he'll be front, center and naked. Ball said, "Alex has indicated a willingness to go there, and I believe he appears without most of his clothes in the very first episode [of season three]." (Good work, vampire people!) News for Team Everybody Else: Season three will be about "identity," as the various characters figure out who they are: Sam Merlotte (Sam Trammell) investigates his biological parents and his shapeshifter heritage, Sookie (Anna Paquin) "gets closer to the answer" of why she has that flashy fairy power—and why bro Jason (Ryan Kwanten) doesn't; and Jessica (Deborah Ann Woll) explores her newfound vampirism. As producer Raelle Tucker told us, "Jessica's going through an identity crisis, and needing to suck blood to survive doesn't make [being a teenager] any easier. But she's really finding who she is...but when you have fangs, there are some missteps along the way that can be quite dangerous." Which characters (from the books or from the show) do you most want to see front and center (and naked) in season three? And who do you think they should cast as Alcide? Tell us in the comments! Submitted by: Boadicea Source: EOnline | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/27/2009 True Blood spoiler: Fresh Blood
Advocate.com: What initially attracted you to the Sookie Stackhouse novels? Alan Ball: It was an impulse purchase and it was just so much fun. The minute I finished the first book, I wanted the second one; it was like crack. I got addicted. I guess it was somewhere around the third or fourth book where I thought, This just really holds up, I think this could be a great TV show. Were the gay metaphors something you envisioned immediately as you read the books? All that is in the books. Also, there are a lot of gay characters in the books as you get further and further into them. We'll be introducing some of those gay characters this new season. What other gay characters will be introduced in season 3? We'll be meeting the vampire king of Mississippi and his long, long-term companion -- and by long-term I mean really long-term -- Talbot. I think Lafayette may meet a love interest, and certainly Pam, who works with Eric, she's certainly got a lesbian vibe -- I don't know that that's all she is, but she certainly does seem to appreciate the women. What do you think it is about the vampire genre that’s so appealing to LGBT fans? I think it's certainly not a huge step for LGBT people to identify with any group of characters that are, as a group, outsiders, that mainstream society feels threatened by; that are fabulous and powerful and sexy and all of that stuff. Lesbian vampire queen Sophie-Anne is romantically linked to Sookie’s cousin, Hadley. Is there a possibility that the queen will also fall for Sookie? I think Sophie-Anne is definitely interested in Sookie; I don't believe it's for sexual or romantic reasons but she is definitely interested in Sookie and whatever it is about Sookie that is special beyond the realm of what is human, and that's something that we definitely will learn more about in the upcoming season. Denis O’Hare has just been cast as a regular for season 3. His character Russell Edgington, the vampire king of Mississippi, is gay in the books, so is this something we can expect to see in season 3? I think the kings and queens of the various states are aware of each other, and yes, he definitely knows who she is. Whether or not they end up in a scene together I can't really say; it depends on actors' availability and scheduling and those kinds of things. But they definitely are aware of each other. How much as writers do you stay true to the book series? I think we try to stay very true to the spirit of the book series. We have made changes. The books are all narrated by Sookie, so the books are basically all Sookie's story. We definitely have -- in fleshing out the other characters -- been creative. I think where we may not stay true to the books entirely, we do try to stay very true to the spirit of them. Do you and Charlaine discuss changes you have in mind for the character and story development on the show? No. Charlaine put it very succinctly at Comic-Con -- she said, "I don't tell Alan how to write his show and he doesn't tell me how to write my books." We have a very, very good relationship; a mutual respect and admiration relationship, and I think the books have certainly been good for the show and the show has certainly been good for the books, but they are two completely different mediums and I think we both respect the boundaries of that. You've said recently that a character will die in season 3. Will this story line follow the third book? I'm a little leery to answer these questions because if I say yes it just gives it away. For people who read the books, some things will not come as a surprise. But for people who don't read the books, it will be a surprise. Will we see Jason Stackhouse scantily clad again in season 3, considering how modest he was in season 2? Well, he was at church camp! [Laughs] There's no shortage of man candy on the show and Jason is back in Bon Temps and he may be up to his old ways. I can tell you that you'll definitely get to see a lot of Jason in the first few episodes, and by a lot, I mean a lot physically. [Laughs] Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Advocate | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/27/2009 True Blood spoiler: Acolytes of the Church of True Blood are likely finding their Sunday evenings a little bit lonelier ever since Bill, Sookie, Eric and the other flush horndogs of Bon Temps sealed their crypts for the season. But if you just can’t wait until next summer for a fresh round of bloodsucking and fangbanging to begin, perhaps your hunger can be satisfied with this list of casting notices for Season 3, leaked by SpoilerTV.com. But can they outdo the bathtime hand jobs and lesbian crotch-lunching that made Season 2 such a dependably erotic treat? We believe they can! That’s because virtually ever character description fumbles for the words to accurately relay just how bodice-rippingly, fang-baringly, pole-dancingly smokin’ they want these new additions to be. Here they are — we’ve bolded the bits (“sexy, sexy, sexy, sexy,” “impressive,” “gorgeously hot,” “moves with the aid of a walker,” etc…) that got us particularly hot under the lace collar. [TOMMY MICKENS] 18 to 25 years old, dirty but good-looking, with a scar on his face from ear to cheek, he is Sam’s (Sam Trammell) long lost younger brother who works at a Tire Depot in Arkansas. Tommy’s family has a bad reputation for skipping out on their rent and owing money all over town. When Sam approaches him, Tommy hides his identity and claims to be someone else. He’s unaware who Sam is. BACKSIDE NUDITY…SERIES REGULAR (31) [TALBOT] Male, 20s - 30s. This “intensely beautiful” male vampire has the buff good looks of an underwear model and an acerbic and sarcastic manner. Full of dishy sarcasm and cheerful prattle, he shows Bill around a magnificent mansion where Bill has been “invited” to stay for a spell…STRONG RECURRING (11) THIS ROLE FIRST APPEARS IN EPISODE 302 [JESUS VELASQUEZ] An attractive Latino orderly in his 20s to 30s. We come to learn he is a gay, Latino, attractive orderly! He’s feeding Ruby Jean at her care facility. As good-natured as he is handsome, he takes his demented patient’s racist gibes in stride.sptv050769..VERY STRONG RECURRING POSSIBLE OPTION FOR SERIES REGULAR NEXT SEASON (27) THIS ROLE FIRST APPEARS IN EPISODE 302 [FRANKLIN MOTT] Male, 25-mid 40’s and sexy, sexy, sexy, sexy. This tall, dark and handsome vampire seems to have an immediate and torrid connection to Tara, whom he meets in the local bar. He later rushes to Tara’s aid when she faces down a couple of racist rednecks…VERY STRONG RECURRING (49) THIS ROLE FIRST APPEARS IN EPISODE 302 [COOTER AKA “COOT”] In his 30s, menacing, the ringleaders of the F*ck You Crew, he and his biker thugs take turns stabbing Bill and feeding on him. Coot hates being told what to do…VERY STRONG RECURRING (3) [JEN AND MISSY] These impressive young women in their early 20s, recent NYU grads who are both studying to become vets, wind up spending the night with Jason (Ryan Kwanten). Despite their attempts to get him in the mood, including making out with each other and agreeing to a threesome, they grow irritated by Jason’s lack of enthusiasm, and then downright disturbed by his admission that when he looks at them, he sees bullet holes in their heads…GUEST STAR ROLES. Above the waist nudity required. (38) [YVETTA] Female, 20’s, gorgeously hot Eastern European is Eric’s (Alex Skaarsgard) new dancer at Fangtasia. She speaks Czechoslovakian with subtitles and knows how to work a stripper pole. She and Eric have a sexual relationship…2 lines, 3 scenes / POSSIBLE RECUR (36) Actress must be able to dance and be comfortable with nudity. [REVEREND DANIELS] Male, African American. The pastor at Lettie Mae’s church, he tries to offer comfort to Tara, and suggests that all her hardships are part of God’s plan to bring her back to her mother. He’s a bit uncomfortable when Lettie Mae’s hug goes on too long…GUEST STAR (32) [OLIVIA] This elderly woman in her 80s, who moves with the aid of a walker and also uses an oxygen tank, lives in a house in the middle of nowhere. She mistakes Bill for her son…GUEST STAR (48) [LOUIE] A biker thug with Coot’s F*ck You Crew, he gets high on V blood…2 lines, 3 scenes 2 episodes. (3) [BETTY] In her late 30s to early 40s, African American, she lives in a rundown street in Arkansas. She’s amazed that Sam is able to subdue her pit bull, and she tries to help him find someone he’s looking for…2 speeches & 8 lines, 1 scene (24) [MARVIN] 40 years old, African American, he is Betty’s husband who comes to the door and grumbles about the Mickens. He “tsk-tsk”s when he finds out Sam’s related to them…1 speech & 3 lines, 1 scene (25) [JIMMY] A greasy, amped up, speed demon biker thug, he enjoys stabbing Bill with a knife and feeding on V blood…1 line, 3 scenes (3) [GUS] Another of Coot’s biker thugs, he gets crazy high on V blood…2 lines, 2 scenes (3) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Movie Line | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/27/2009 True Blood spoiler: Exclusive - True Blood - Episode 3.01 - Pack of Wolves - Casting Call [Continue reading...]Submitted by: Boadicea Source: DarkUFO | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/27/2009 True Blood spoiler:
OK, let's try this again: In just nine or 10 short months, True Blood returns to HBO for season three, but to tide us over during the looong wait, we've got our hands on a leaked casting call that offers a sneak peek of things to come. (Preproduction is already underway on the new episodes and filming is set to begin in early December.) Where's Bill Compton (Stephen Moyer) been taken? Are there any familiar faces from the books in episode one of season three? And who's the new girl banging Eric (Alexander Skarsgård)? Here's what we can tell you... Vampires: Sookie's (Anna Paquin) fiancé-to-be Bill was kidnapped in the season-two finale, and when we pick up season three, we'll find him in the company of a courtly vampire named Talbot (as well as a quaint old Southern lady named Olivia). Talbot, by the way, is dating the vampire king of Mississippi. Ruh-roh! Other new vampires will include a looker named Franklin Mott, who takes a liking to Tara (Rutina Wesley). Werewolves? If Alcide Herveaux, the werewolf introduced in Charlaine Harris' Club Dead novel, is anywhere to be seen in the season-three premiere of True Blood, he's hiding under an assumed name. We do, however, have a possible dog we can offer you. And no, not the misbehaving Lothario kind of dog, the shape-shifting-into-a-sweet-mutt kind of dog. In the season-three premiere, titled "A Pack of Wolves," True Blood goes to Arkansas to find Sam Merlotte's (Sam Trammell) long-lost little brother, Tommy Mickens, and we're probably going to see Tommy's naked rear end, since the casting call notes that butt nudity is required for the role. We smell a sibling shape-shifter! Zombies? Jason Stackhouse (Ryan Kwanten) is going to canoodle with a couple of coeds who appear to have bullet holes in their heads. Are they the living dead, or is Jason cuh-razy? Tune in to find out. Strippers: For those of you invested in Alexander Skarsgård's Eric (and/or in Eric's relationship with Sookie), you should know there's a new girl in the Viking vamp's life. Eric's latest lovah is not going to be the telepathic Merlotte's waitress but instead someone named Yvette, a Czech-born stripper at Fangtasia. Man, nobody's going to like her one bit. Sorry, Yvette! Rednecks: There's a new gang of crazy white-trash bikers in town who like to assault vampires to feed their V addiction, and when they get their hands on a "vamper" we know and love, they start ripping him apart for the high. To which we can only say: True Blood, step away from the motorcycle clubs—you don't see them putting vampires on Sons of Anarchy, do you? Are you still a slavering True Blood addict, or did the lackluster final three episodes of last season cure your hunger a little bit? Submitted by: Boadicea Source: EOnline | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/21/2009 True Blood spoiler: True Blood's Season 3 won't return until next summer, but we can still bring you the scoop on what's happening when the HBO series returns. "It's a crazy season," executive producer Alan Ball tells TVGuide.com. "It picks up right where we left off and things get weird really fast." As Ball already spilled, someone is going to die and we'll be pretty happy about it. Find out what else he teases, including the juicy relationship between Eric (Alexander Skarsgård) and Sookie (Anna Paquin), and the addition of some new characters. Also, get a few extra tidbits from your favorite shaggy dog, star Sam Trammell. Theme of Season 3: "It seems to be that it's about really embracing one's identity," Ball tells us. "Season 2 was more about how religions can make people do things that maybe they wouldn't do otherwise; it gives them the freedom to do things. This season is a lot about what it means to be who you are, or what you are." Sookie's background: "Sookie still doesn't know exactly what she is. She will get closer to figuring out why she has these random powers that show up when they do," says Ball. (Spoiler alert: In the books, Sookie discovers she has fairy blood running in her.) "She is definitely part of a different race," adds Ball. "In terms of fairies, like perky fairies with wings, like Tinkerbell, no, they're not like that. If it is fairies, they're fierce. They're not pretty, soft, glamorous, gossamery things. They're really, really, really powerful and primal creatures." Sookie and Eric: Sookie's been seeing visions of her and Eric getting — ahem — friendly. Will their romance actually progress, not just in her head? "I can definitely tell you [we'll see that] in the show. I don't know if it will necessarily be in Season 3. Of course they're going to come together, it's fated. It's not something that's going to happen right off the bat." Sam's real family: "There's some new shape-shifters who may be Sam's biological family," teases Ball. Adds Trammell, "As I understand it, I'm going to be trying to find my biological family, who put me up for adoption or abandoned me. I have a feeling they're going to be very creepy, sketchy, weird, shape-shiftery weirdos. They're going to be bad news." Sam's love life: "Can he ever trust a woman again? I don't know if he can, so he may have to just turn into an animal, stay an animal and seek love that way," jokes Trammell. "I hope he does, in all seriousness, but it could take a season or two for him to build up that confidence again." Who's coming back? "The Queen is coming back," Ball reveals. "Godric is coming back for an appearance, a flashback. There's some new vampires in town, there are some werewolves. We do have a lot of werewolves coming in, male and female, but we haven't started casting for the show yet." Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TV Guide | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/13/2009 True Blood spoiler: How soon before we find out who took Bill on True Blood? — Dyan MICKEY: "We will discover who has Bill right off the bat in Season 3, but it's going to take the people on the show a little bit longer to find out," executive producer Alan Ball tells us. Sookie will even consider the possibility that he left of his own volition. "It's not easy for her," Ball says. "She feels really bad because she's not sure whether he just left because he was upset because she didn't say yes right off the bat. But in her heart she believes he was taken and she doesn't know who took him. She's going to fight to find him." Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TV Guide | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/13/2009 True Blood spoiler: 'True Blood' News! Mike McMillian (A.K.A. Rev. Steve Newlin) Says His Character Will Be Back
A series centered around sexy, blood-loving vampires is bound to have an ample body count, but the gallons of bloodshed in the sophomore season of "True Blood" could have made even a surgeon queazy. Some deaths were for the better (Michelle Forbes' maenad Maryann) while others left us weepy (Mehcad Brooks' Eggs and Allan Hyde's Godric). But two faces we haven't seen the last of are the Fellowship of the Sun's conniving first couple Steve and Sarah Newlin. "I've been told he'll be back," actor Mike McMillian, who plays Reverend Steve, told MTV News of his character. Though the actor doesn't know when he and costar Anna Camp (did you catch her cameo in the "The Office" wedding?) will return, he has a few theories about how things might go down. "I think like any good villain he's going to go away and lick his wounds for a while. But I think he suffered major humiliation toward the end of season two, and now I would imagine the Stackhouses are even higher on his list. If it was personal before with his father being killed, then it's really personal now with the Stackhouses humiliating him." "True Blood" writers take note: Mike even has a suggestion for the timing of he and Anna's return. "Hopefully, it'll happen at a time when the audience is least expecting it," Mike said. "That's always the best time to bring them back—when something horrible is already going on for our hero, and then they gotta deal with these a--holes too." Want more Mike? Check out his interview with our brother blog, Splash Page, about his foray into the world of comics with a four-issue miniseries called "Lucid." (Yup, there's a vampire connection there. Go figure!) Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Hollywood Crush | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 10/05/2009 True Blood spoiler:
Milla Jovovich: Though she’s the heroine in theResident Evil flicks, haven’t her angular features and kickass bod always made you think “bitch on wheels”? Just me? Really? Well, she’s still been known to try out the odd shag from time to time. Katharine Isabelle: How perfect an option is this Supernatural alum? She’s gorgeous, snarky, and in the first of the Ginger Snaps movies, she didn’t just play a werewolf’s honey, she played the werewolf herself. Top that, Shakira! Shakira: Come to think of it, the hip-swiveling”She-Wolf” might not be a bad choice for the role. Certainly, her animal instincts are the stuff of legend. Then again, how would Alan Ball feel about a Debbie who talks like Charo? Sarah Brown: Though the Daytime Emmy winner just signed on to join The Bold and the Beautiful when her run on General Hospital is over, the CBS sudser is known to be cool about loaning out its cast — last season, they freed up Ashley Jones to play Daphne. Krysten Ritter: Once Veronica Mars‘ classmate, this romcom perennial (27 Dresses, Confessions of a Shopaholic) often wears an expression that makes me think she’s one broken nail away from a meltdown. Please, please, please, can’t we break that nail and see what happens? Katie Holmes: Okay, she finally got us to stop thinking of her as Joey Potter. Now she needs to get us to stop thinking of her as Mrs. Tom Cruise. Baring her metaphorical claws opposite a leading man with literal fangs might just do the trick. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 09/28/2009 True Blood spoiler:
Henry Cavill: If The Tudors‘ other heartthrob can look that good in tights and frilly shirts, we can’t imagine he’d fare worse with back hair front and back. The question is, could he rock the role without an English accent? Benjamin Bratt: The former Cleaner star may seem a little long in the tooth to strike up the necessary chemistry with Anna Paquin, whose Sookie he helps search for Bill. But remember, her currently-MIA almost-fiance is hundreds of years older! Steven Strait: Since he’s modeled for Details and Vogue, it’s a given that the Stop-Loss and 10,000 BC vet has tall, dark and handsome down pat. But does he have the chops to pull off a compelling performance in canine chompers? Jeffrey Dean Morgan: Thanks to a little show on The CW as well as a certain Grey’s Anatomy “ghost” story, supernatural hoo-ha is old hat to Denny’s portrayer. Trouble is, coming off slightly mad, occasionally bad and potentially dangerous isn’t. (Confession: I never saw Morgan’s slightly mad, occasionally bad and potentially dangerous turn in Watchman.) Ben Browder: Part romantic lead, part action hero, the SyFy mainstay (Farscape, Stargate SG-1) could play Alcide in his sleep. But as with Bratt, his age could be an issue. Cam Gigandet: One glance at this Twilight vamp and you think, “Here comes trouble.” Unfortunately for Ball and Co., movie casting directors generally seem to also think, “Here comes our Next Big Thing.” So he’s about as likely to be available for hire as Eric is for breakfast. Submitted by: Boadicea | (fanning self - my vote is for Henry Cavill) Source: The Ausiello Files | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 09/18/2009 True Blood spoiler: True Blood: Season 3 Spoilers True blood may have wrapped up its second season but it left us with enough questions to ponder on until the show returns for season 3. Who took Bill? What is Sookie? Will Sam finally meet his real parents? What will happen to Jessica and Hoyt? We won't know for sure until True Blood returns next fall. It's going to be a long wait, nine excruciating months to be exact but, luckily, I've stumbled upon some spoilers to pass the time. Take note, however, that some of these spoilers are not confirmed by the network so read at your own risk. The Characters: Sookie She's not entirely human that's for sure. Series creator Alan Ball won't tell exactly what she is but assures fans that it will be revealed next season. "Sookie has a stronger genetic predisposition in another direction. People who have read the books know exactly what I'm talking about. People who haven't, it will be revealed," Ball explained. Based on the books, however, Sookie is a fairy. Eric The Viking vamp was missing for the most part of the second season finale but Alan Ball tells Entertainment Weekly there's a reason why and assures fans that Eric will be a prominent character in season 3. Lafayette We will be seeing more and more of Lafayette in season 3 as he gets vulnerable not just because he's afraid of Eric. He also gets a boyfriend! Andy He'll find out that he is related to somebody and it will totally shock him when he discovers who it is. Godric The vampire may have committed suicide by sunlight but he may still appear in the coming season in flashback scenes with Eric. Queen Sophie-Anne Queen Sophie-Anne may not have come across scary when she was first introduced in the second season but Ball says she will be in season 3. "You don't want to introduce a character you're going to see later and blow your wad up front. All I can say is keep watching. It will make sense," Ball explained of Queen Sophie-Anne who will return for the new season but not as a series regular. Shocking Plots: The Bombshell Secret Ever since Queen Sophie-Anne graced the second season of True Blood, Bill and Sookie fans have been haunted with a theory from the Charlaine Harris books that would certainly destroy their favorite vampire-human couple: that Bill is working for the Queen and he came to Bon Temps to seduce Sookie with ulterior motives. It's certainly an issue that would divide True Blood fans as this will push Sookie right into the arms of Eric, and while series creator Alan Ball hasn't really followed the novels to the letter, he isn't completely shutting out the idea either. "It's certainly something that I found really compelling in the books," Ball told Entertainment Weekly's Michael Ausiello of Bill's deep dark secret. "I was like, 'Wow.' But I can't really tell you what I'm going to do story-wise. So much of the appeal of the show depends on the element of surprise." "I try to stay out of how the fans are responding to the show," he added. "I have to tell the story that I think is the most interesting story. Certainly, the main ingredient in drama is conflict and revelations. For every person who loves Bill and wants him and Sookie to just be in love always, there's another person who's like, 'I'm sick of Bill. He's such a wuss. I like Eric. He's dangerous.' Especially when you're working on a show like this with the kind of palette and the colors you use; you want it to be continually surprising and shocking. Not for the sake of being shocking, but that's part of the fun." Sookie and Eric, will they or won't they? Season 2 left fans with a cliffhanger that saw Bill being abducted just before Sookie was supposed to accept his marriage proposal. Now that Bill is seemingly and temporarily out of the picture, we are now left wondering if Eric and Sookie will finally get together in season 3. But Ball tells TV Squad, "I can't tell you if they're going to get together, because that's going to ruin the anticipation. But, if you've been following season two, he's definitely been doing things to make her more vulnerable and more susceptible to him. And he does want her, he's just not sure why. I think it's deeper than just, 'I want her because Bill Compton has her.' Although that's part of it, because Eric is a total alpha-dog." Casting News:
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| Date: 09/17/2009 True Blood spoiler: Denis O'Hare to Join Cast of HBO's True Blood
The show, about the co-existence of vampires and humans in a small Louisiana town, also features theater veterans Sam Trammell, Anna Paquin, and Anna Camp. O'Hare won a Tony Award for Take Me Out, and was Tony-nominated for Assassins. He starred last season in the Classic Stage Company production of Uncle Vanya and in the spring, will appear in Seattle Repertory Theatre's production of An Iliad. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: TheaterMania | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 09/14/2009 True Blood spoiler: Blood Bath: Televisionary Talks to "True Blood" Writer/Executive Producer Alan BallWritten by Jace | Monday, September 14, 2009 Still have some burning questions about last night's True Blood season finale? Or anxious to gather some clues about just what creator/executive producer Alan Ball has in store for the residents of Bon Temps when True Blood returns next summer? You've come to the right place.I caught up with True Blood czar Alan Ball this morning to talk about last night's season finale, deconstruct the second season, and find out about what's coming up on Season Three of HBO's addictive vampire drama. In this exclusive one-on-one interview, Ball hints at what's on the horizon for Sookie and Bill, new creatures, Sam Merlotte's quest, Jessica, a possible romance for Lafayette, the Vampire King of Mississippi, Sophie-Anne, and much, much more. Ball also told me that the writing staff had broken the fourth script for Season Three of True Blood already and that shooting is tentatively slated to begin December 3rd on the highly anticipated third season. So what did Ball reveal about what's coming up on True Blood and what did he have to say about this season? Let's dive in, but beware: there are MAJOR SPOILERS below. (Note: Please do not reproduce this interview in full elsewhere. Quotes and excerpts are fine but please do not post the full text of this interview on message boards, websites, or elsewhere.)  Televisionary: What was the decision behind having the Maryann storyline finish out the season instead of the Dallas plot?Alan Ball: We used the books as a template and that is sort of the way the second book is structured. Maryann is not as refined in the second book; she’s a maenad, she’s just a crazy woman running around in the woods. And we also felt like the first part of the season we had a lot of different storylines taking place in different places and then we wanted to bring them all together, bring all of our regulars together for one—something--where everyone was fighting the same fight for the last episode. Televisionary: Was it difficult juggling the separate storylines in the first half of the season? We do have the cast split up more or less for most of the season. Ball: You know, it wasn’t difficult. It was definitely different from the first season. But I sort of feel like, you want to do that, you want to shake the show up and do different things. You don’t want to just do the same things over and over and over again. I follow my instincts. To me, they were three really fun, interesting storylines. And then the fact that Jason sort of veered in with Bill and Sookie and then everyone came home and it all sort of came together, I actually thought it was really fun.  Televisionary: In speaking of Jason’s storyline, Anna Camp and Michael McMillian, who play the Newlins, became hugely popular with the audience. Is there a chance that the Newlins will be back?Ball: They are so good. Of course, there’s a chance. They’re not dead. And I think they are both probably really pissed off. Televisionary: Did you realize how much impact Godric’s death would have, despite Allan Hyde only appearing in a handful of episodes? Ball: You know, I did because in the books, it’s really, really powerful and we tried hard to make it as powerful as it is in the books and that was a really tough role to cast because it was difficult to find an actor who looked so young but who could convey centuries of feeling and to be tired of life and tired of being alive and ready to move on. And I always thought that that was a great story and a great character. So I was not surprised; I was very moved myself. When I first saw the cut of that episode, I got a little teary, a little misted up.  Televisionary: In a season filled with heartrending and memorable moments, it definitely stands out as a powerful and profound sequence.Ball: That whole episode is really wonderful. The episodes leading up to that one have been so filled with adventure and suspense and craziness and then I love that whole episode because there’s not only the scene with Godric and everything that’s going on with him but the Jessica stuff is really starting to heat up. And I love that scene with Jason and Sookie in the hotel, where they talk about Gran and he sort of drops his guard and you see how vulnerable he really is. Televisionary: In that same episode, Godric’s death also enables us to see a different side of Eric. Was that a way for you and the writers to give Eric an added layer of vulnerability? Ball: Yes, absolutely. One of the great, fun aspects of the books—and it’s become for the show as well—is the romantic tension between Bill, Sookie, and Eric. And we started off the season and we wanted to make Eric a bad-ass and I think we were very successful with that, by having him shred that guy in front of Lafayette’s face. (Laughs) And then in order to have him be a real, viable option for Sookie, you have to have some humanity there. She may be attracted to him physically, especially now that she’s had his blood, but she’s never going to go with somebody who she feels is evil or at the very least amoral. That was definitely what we were thinking of with Eric.  Televisionary: While Sookie and Bill are our romantic leads, Hoyt and Jessica offer us a very different take on vampire-human love. Did you anticipate such an incredible reaction to their storyline and specifically toward Jim Parrack and Deborah Ann Woll? Ball: When I saw the scene [in "Scratches"] in the third episode where she walks into the bar and I saw that scene cut together, I did anticipate it. I went, wow! We really have something special here. They’ve just become a major couple on the show. I don’t think it’s going to be easy for them. Nothing is ever going to be easy for anybody on this show. Televisionary: Season One saw Bill protecting Sookie on an almost weekly basis but in Season Two we see Sookie take a major step into adulthood and stand up for herself. How will their relationship continue to develop in Season Three, especially given with Eric’s influence over Sookie and Bill’s kidnapping? Ball: I know exactly what’s going to happen in Season Three, because we’ve already started breaking the episodes and figuring the arc of the season. So I can’t really say without giving too much away what I think. But I’ll say this: the love between them is authentic and real, but that doesn’t mean that they will necessarily stay together. But it doesn’t mean that they won’t either, though. Televisionary: Looking ahead to Season Three, are there are any themes or plots that you intend to employ next season? One of the more intriguing threads picked up in last night’s episode is both Sam and Sookie looking to find their roots. Ball: Yeah, I think that whereas if we had any sort of major overarching theme for Season Two it was about the power of belief, both positive and negative. I think probably Season Three is going to be more about identity and characters really sort of coming to grips with who or what they are. Televisionary: It seems almost like a red herring that Eric was behind Bill’s kidnapping last night. Should we be looking at any other potential suspects behind his disappearance? Ball: I think you should always be considering all possibilities. (Laughs) That doesn’t mean that we’re not going to make the choice that is the one that’s being positioned to look like a red herring. But with this show, you never know what’s going to happen. I try to work with the writers in creating a show that when you buy the DVDs and you watch the season over again, knowing what’s going to happen, you’ll see moments where you’ll say, oh, of course. We tried to structure Season One with Rene’s identity as the killer that way, to never shine a light on it but Michael Raymond-James, who played Rene, knew from the very beginning that he was the killer. So he played it in a very subtle way so that if you watch those DVDs, now you’re like, oh, I see it. But we never want to give that away on the first go-around. I’d have to say it’s a similar situation with [Bill’s kidnapping]. Televisionary: When I interviewed Deborah Ann Woll a few months ago, she described Jason Stackhouse as “delightfully dim.” Does Jason’s killing of Eggs in the season finale reinforce that description? Ball: (Laughs) Well, it certainly wasn’t a smart thing to do but he did it from a good place because he thought that Eggs was going to kill Andy. That’s certainly something that’s going to come back and haunt him. Televisionary: Did you always intend Eggs to die at the end of the season? It obviously has huge repercussions for Tara. Ball: Absolutely. We always knew that… Of course, I’m sad to loose Mehcad [Brooks], I’m sad to lose Michelle Forbes, I was very sad to lose Lois Smith but it’s a show about vampires and there’s a lot of violence. You can’t just have everybody you like just always get away because then it becomes a very different kind of a show and it loses its authenticity. Or as much authenticity as a show about vampires can have. (Laughs) Televisionary: The body count will always be high. Ball: Yes, there will always be a big body count on this show. Televisionary: It’s intimated in the season finale that there’s a hidden force that’s supposedly watching over Sookie? Will we learn more about this and is this connected to that dangling plot thread about what happened to the Rattrays in the pilot? Ball: Absolutely. Certainly, part of Sookie’s quest in Season Three, apart from trying to find Bill and find out who took him, is to figure out who and what she is. And by the end of the season, she certainly will be beginning to figure that out.  Televisionary: One of the most shocking revelations this season was the reveal that Jessica will forever be a virgin, which was incredibly upsetting. Where did this idea emanate from?Ball: That came from a writer on staff, Raelle Tucker. It was one of those moments where it gets pitched and I sort of go, well, of course. What other show could you do that on? Well, I guess now there are several other shows you could do that on, but at that point… I had never worked on a show where that actually made perfect sense to do something like that. For me, that’s the best part of science fiction or fantasy or genre or whatever you want to call it in that you can put people in situations that most of us will not have to face in life and it’s just really, really interesting. Televisionary: Jessica’s been through a hell of a lot this season but then she hunts and kills in the season finale. Is this normal teenage rebellion or are we seeing her go to a much darker place next season? Ball: I don’t think you can say anything is normal teenage rebellion. Basically, all of the events of Season Two take place over eight days. So she’s still a fairly freshly-made vampire. Bill hasn’t been much of a maker and she just had a really emotional experience with Hoyt walking out on her. It’s part of her instincts as a vampire and her need to feed and her not liking Tru Blood because it’s a poor substitute and also she’s just got rage. And she’s got good reason to have rage. She got turned into a vampire against her will and then she thought she’d found a way to make that work and then all of the sudden, it’s been taken away from her. She’s only 17 or 18, so… I wouldn’t call it normal teenage acting out. (Laughs) Televisionary: One of the more unexpected partnerships that developed this season was Jason Stackhouse and Andy Bellefleur, who offered a bit of comic relief but also a genuine, strange friendship that might be shattered by Jason’s actions in the season finale. Ball: We’re definitely going to put some tension on them but they will continue to actually be a sort of – I don’t want to call them a team but their lives are definitely going to intersect in Season Three. Televisionary: How many scripts have you broken for Season Three? Ball: We’ve broken four scripts so far. Televisionary: Are you ever surprised by anything in terms of breaking the stories that you didn’t anticipate? Ball: This is different from Six Feet Under in that we’re working from source material and one of the reason is that Charlaine’s books are so successful is that they work. We’re starting Season Three with the third book and the books are basically Sookie’s stories because she narrates them and then we try to figure out how to bring the other characters in and keep everyone involved. In Season Two, we specifically decided to send everybody off on their own little thing and then have them reunite at the end but I don’t want to repeat that so I’m really trying to keep Season Three certainly a little more organic with the connection between the regulars. But, no, we’re working with the source material. Like I said, a lot of Charlaine’s books just work so if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. On Six Feet Under, there were always massive shifts in seasons. But again that was more of a blank slate because we weren’t basing them on any existing material.  Televisionary: Is Evan Rachel Wood a series regular next season?Ball: No, she’s not a series regular but she definitely will appear. I know some fans thought that she wasn’t scary enough but all I can say to that is that I didn’t want to blow our wad at the top. She’s pretty scary and we’ll definitely see that. She’s crazy! I mean, that character is insane so I don’t think we’ve really seen an insane vampire yet. Televisionary: So, we’ve seen telepaths, vampires, maenads, and shifters all turn up in Bon Temps. Any new creatures we can expect to see in Season Three? Ball: Werewolves… Televisionary: Are there any clues for what viewers can expect for next season? Ball: I can tell you that we will meet the Vampire King of Mississippi and he will have an agenda with the Vampire Queen of Louisiana. We will meet werewolves, some other weres that aren’t wolves but they are not shifters either. (Laughs.) We are going to meet Sam’s blood relatives, we’re going to meet probably the nastiest vampire we’ve met yet and Lafayette might get some action, might have a little love story of his own. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Televisionary | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date: 09/14/2009 True Blood spoiler: Exclusive: 'True Blood' finale postmortem with Alan Ball! Though last night’s True Blood finale tied up a bunch of loose ends, it also untied a bunch more! For instance (spoiler alert): Who kidnapped Bill? Why was Eric mostly MIA? Will the Queen return? Are Jessica and Hoyt over? What is Sookie? And that’s for starters. Luckily, series creator Alan Ball agreed to a little post-episode Q&A to finish us off. Some folks were surprised by the structure of the finale and your decision to wrap up the Maryann story in the first 30 minutes. ALAN BALL: I try to look at the show as basically almost like it’s a novel, and each episode is a chapter. I guess I’m influenced by the fact that when I watch TV shows, I watch the [DVD] boxed sets. Ultimately, it’s just organically the way it worked out. And the season finale last year was very similar. Why wasn’t there more Eric in the finale? BALL: There is a reason for not seeing Eric in the last part of the episode, but if I explain it, I’ll be [giving away] too much. Will he be prominent next season? BALL: Yes. Although, when I saw your [latest episode of Ausiello TV], for a moment I thought, we’re going to have to kill Eric, because you are the man. I thought wow, I had many seasons of Eric planned but I guess I’ll have to off him. [Laughs] Speaking of which, are you surprised at how passionate the Sookie/Eric fans are? BALL: Yes. I try not to get involved in that because it just sort of — it’s too confusing. I don’t want it to influence what the show is. Personally, I’m like, yes, Eric’s hot, but beyond that he’s dangerous, and I don’t know if he’d love anybody besides himself. What’s the appeal there? The bad boy? The danger? Why wasn’t Sookie susceptible to Maryann’s powers but Jason was? Do they have different parents? BALL: They have the same parents. We will find out what Sookie is [next season]. There are such things as dominant and recessive genes. Maybe Jason is fundamentally human but he has a trace of some non-human stuff. He’s kind of a ridiculously perfect [human being]. He’s athletic and has that charisma thing, so maybe he had some help in that regard. [Laughs] Ultimately, if you look at percentages, he’s mostly human. Sookie has a stronger genetic predisposition in another direction. People who have read the books know exactly what I’m talking about. People who haven’t, it will be revealed. What’s up with the Queen’s Yahtzee obsession? BALL: You’re 400 years old. What are you going to do? [Laughs] It’s something we came up with in the room and we thought it was funny. Fans are polarized about Evan Rachel Wood as the Queen. A big complaint is that she doesn’t come off scary enough. BALL: She will. You don’t want to introduce a character you’re going to see later and blow your wad up front. It’s funny because the fans are so rabid. Of course, that’s fantastic. And the fact that they’re so completely wrapped up in the show and they get upset and they think, “I don’t like that! I love that.” It means people are watching and the show is really affecting them. I think of the show as having a long life. You can’t explain everything and blow your wad in the first episode the first time time you introduce a character. All I can say is keep watching. It will make sense. Will she return next season as a series regular? BALL: She won’t be a series regular, but she will appear. Every state has its own vampire royalty. We will meet the King of Mississippi. Interesting things happening between him and Evan’s Queen. (Find out who’s just been cast as the King!) As much as I loved Michelle Forbes’ portrayal of Maryann, the story felt like it dragged on a little long. Why did it take her so long to get to the endgame? BALL: That’s part of what the queen talks about. They’re always improvising. She really can’t conjure up a God. But she’s so fervent in her belief; she keeps trying this sacrifice and that sacrifice. She’s completely delusional. She killed Miss Jeanette and I think she thought that was going to work. She always thinks it’s going to work. It never does because the God who comes never actually comes. But she so fervently believes that he will, and she’s been believing it for thousands of years. That’s how they were able to outsmart her. Have we seen the last of her? BALL: Yes, she’s gone. They destroyed her. She will never rise — which I hate because I love [Michelle], and she was so much fun to work with. She’s really delightful and everyone loves her and we hated to kill her but we had to. How closely will you follow the third book next season? BALL: We take the gist of the books, [but] we will depart whenever we feel like it makes better television as opposed to reading. We continue to use the books as templates. But now that I’ve read all nine books there are things that are revealed in later books that we are moving up so that they’ll probably happen in the show earlier than they do in the books. Will you introduce werewolf Alcide? BALL: Yes. Have you cast him? BALL: No. We will also meet Sam’s blood relatives, the super bad vampire Franklin Mott, we’ll meet Debbie Pelt, we will also meet the people who live in Hotshot a little bit ahead of schedule. We’ve already broken four episodes and I’ve sent two writers out with scripts over hiatus. Have we seen the last of the Fellowship of the Sun? BALL: No. Just because Steve got humiliated, they still exist. And maybe he’s angrier than ever. The fact that Jason killed Eggs has me thinking you might restart the Jason-Tara love story next season. Will you? BALL: Certainly, Jason is going to be consumed with guilt. And he’s going to feel like, “I’ve ruined her life and I’ve got to make her feel better.” Whether that’s wise in any way shape or form remains to be seen. I think Tara certainly gave up on her obsession with Jason, but now that she’s dealing with the worst thing that ever happened to her, she might be more vulnerable to his charms. Is Tara ever going to be in a happy relationship? BALL: Happy relationships are boring. We all want them in our own life. But I don’t want to watch them on TV. Any plans to give Lafayette a boyfriend? BALL: Yes. Anything imminent? BALL: Nothing I can talk about. But certainly we will see more and more of Lafayette. He built a lot of walls around himself. But we will see him get vulnerable next year — and not just being afraid of Eric. Any regrets killing off Godric? As I’m sure you’re aware the character was very well-received. BALL: There’s no regret in killing him off because I think that [story was] really powerful. That was my favorite thing about the second book. However, we can always go back in history. He and Eric had a relationship for a thousand years. We can always go back and see him again. Are Hoyt and Jessica doomed? BALL: They still love each other. But there will be problems — as you probably could tell based on last night’s episode. You do realize how awesome those two are together, right? BALL: I totally know that. How long do we have to wait for season 3? BALL: It’s probably going to premiere around the same time it did this year. We’re going to try to shoot one episode before the Christmas break. I don’t know if HBO will bring the show back earlier, but it certainly won’t be later. Is there anything I’m forgetting to ask you? BALL: I’m surprised you didn’t ask who took Bill. Who took Bill? BALL: It was Hoyt’s mother. Submitted by: Boadicea Source: Mike Ausiello Entertainment Weekly | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Boadicea | OFFICIAL THREAD: Season 3 - Speculation, Theories, SPOILERS (pt 6) (page: 1 2 3 4 5 ... last page) | 3360 | Jun 15 2010, 1:42 PM EDT by Boadicea | ||
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Ahhh... a fresh clean thread for more spoilers.
What will be discussed and analyzed in Part 6? ♥hugs♥ Bodi
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| Boadicea | OFFICIAL THREAD: Season 3 - Speculation, Theories, SPOILERS (pt 5) (page: 1 2 3 4 5 ... last page) | 4126 | Mar 4 2010, 3:21 PM EST by Boadicea | ||
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Spoilers, speculation. More spoilers and more speculation.
Wow... the last thread only lasted three weeks. What will be discussed and analyzed in Part 5? ♥hugs♥ Bodi
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