Five Reasons Olicity Needs To End

If the title of this article doesn't make me a target for fangirls nothing will. This will contain spoilers from the mid season finale of Arrow season 4. SPOILER WARNING!

At the end of Arrow season 4 mid season finale. Damien Darhk sent his goons to kill Oliver. The ghost minions shot up Oliver's limo with Felicity getting hit. The teaser after episode alludes to Felicity's death. I don't want the character to die. Here is five reasons I think it's time for the era of Olicity to end.

1. Laurel is Oliver's true love. 

As a comic fan I'm not really happy how Laurel is underdeveloped. Laurel is the Black Canary for goodness sake. Audiences really haven't connected with her at all. The past two seasons have been focus on developing Oliver and Felicity relationship. That is all in good but when other key DC characters like Black Canary are just shoehorn in its a problem. Look at social media during Arrow you will see how much people can't stand Laurel. That's not the fault of the actress. That is the fault of writer's who have given us a whiny complainer that people love to hate. Don't get me wrong I love Felicity she is a great strong character. I just feel that Laurel needs the push to front like in Season 1. If the writer's end game is Laurel and Oliver it's time to move her to the front and Felicity back to the supportive role.

2. Arrow Is A Superhero Show

One thing I love about Gotham, The Flash and Supergirl is the love stories are not the main focus. Arrow is losing sight of this in my opinion. Every week Olicity has a big chunk of the show. Even in the crossover episode we had to deal with Olicity drama. Granted that time it made sense since it dealt with Oliver's kid. On The Flash Barry is dating Patty and while they have romance scenes it feels organic how it's displayed and progressed. I feel Olicity is now being written in to appease a demographic audience that only watches Arrow for Olicity and not the great character arc of Green Arrow and growth he has taken as a man. I'm not saying the show shouldn't have love but it shouldn't be front and center where it's starting to alienate some fans.

3. Oliver Grows From Loss

If they do decide to kill Felicity which I think is a bad move, then it will add more dimension to Oliver's character. If we learned anything from all the seasons of the past is Oliver changes after death. His best friend, his mother, Sara multiple times and Thea. Each painful lost saw Oliver grow as a character. Don't kill Felicity but just end the relationship and show us that Oliver has to eat the words that he told Barry. Those words are guys like us don't get the girl.

4. Adds More Dimension to Felicity  

For a character that really isn't important the comics. Arrow has taken Felicity and made her a household name. I miss the old Felicity. The Felicity that's wise cracking and is the glue of Team Arrow. I would love to see how her character progress if Olicity should end. Will she leave Team Arrow? Can she still work with Oliver? Will she go rogue? So many ways to take her character.

5.  Back to Basics 

Sometimes you have go back to basics. The show is about a man who becomes a hero. Season 4 is doing great by surpassing season 3 but Olicity is still front and center. Balance the heroism and relationships. I see more Olicity than I see Green Arrow these days. Bring back Laurel from fan hate and make her the central female character. The show is calling him Green Arrow now and it's time to really make him that.

Check out John Diggle's new costume on Arrow!

The first look at John Diggle’s (David Ramsey) new costume on Arrow.  He will be donning this gear in the premiere episode of “Arrow” on Wednesday, October 7 at 8 pm ET.

John Constantine to Appear on ARROW

Announced at TCA this afternoon, CW have cast Matt Ryan as John Constantine in episode 405 of “Arrow,” entitled “Haunted.”

John Constantine is a weather worn exorcist and expert on the supernatural and the occult.  He is a detective, magician, and a hunter of demons, and will provide critical support to Oliver (Stephen Amell) when arrows aren't enough.

EP Marc Guggenheim says:

"We are thrilled to have Matt Ryan reprise the role of John Constantine on an upcoming episode of Arrow. Matt is an incredibly talented actor and his portrayal of this beloved character was always something we admired. The introduction of magic and mysticism on the show this season has provided a truly organic opportunity for us to bring John Constantine to Arrow and the CW’s DC universe. It will be a well-deserved tip of the hat to all the Constantine fans who were so incredibly supportive of that series."

The CW Announces Fall Lineup Premiere Dates

The CW Network will launch its 2015-16 season in October, featuring the sophomore debuts of the network’s highest-rated series THE FLASH and the award-winning and critically acclaimed comedy JANE THE VIRGIN, as well as the series premiere of its freshman comedy CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND.  

Once again, The CW will kick off the fall with the exclusive television broadcast of the IHEARTRADIO MUSIC FESTIVAL, airing over two nights, Tuesday, September 29 (8:00-10:00pm ET) and Wednesday, September 30 (8:00-10:00pm ET).

The CW's most-watched series ever, THE FLASH, returns for its second season Tuesday, October 6 (8:00-9:00pm ET), followed by the brainy zom-com IZOMBIE (9:00-10:00pm ET).

Wednesday nights are action-packed, with the fourth season of ARROW bowing Wednesday, October 7 (8:00-9:00pm ET), followed by the demon-hunting Winchester brothers in SUPERNATURAL (9:00-10:00pm ET).

Thursdays have a new bite starting Thursday, October 8 with THE VAMPIRE DIARIES (8:00-9:00pm ET) followed by THE ORIGINALS on a new night (9:00-10:00pm ET).

THE CW FALL 2015 SEASON PREMIERE DATES 

 Royalty returns on Friday, October 9 with REIGN(8:00-9:00pm ET) on a new night, followed by Cycle 22 of AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL (9:00-10:00PM ET). AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL moves from Wednesdays to Fridays beginning October 2.

The new comedy CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND, starring Rachel Bloom as an unhappy lawyer who quits her job and moves across the country in search of love, withher inner monologue providing irreverent musical interludes, premieres Monday, October 19 (8:00-9:00pm ET), followed by AFI and Peabody Award winning series JANE THE VIRGIN, starringGolden Globe-winner Gina Rodriguez, returning at 9:00-10:00pm ET.

Following is The CW’s fall premiere schedule:

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

8:00-10:00pm                IHEARTRADIO FESTIVAL NIGHT ONE

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

8:00-10:00pm                IHEARTRADIO FESTIVAL NIGHT TWO

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6

8:00-9:00pm                  THE FLASH (Season Premiere)

9:00-10:00pm                IZOMBIE (Season Premiere)

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7

8:00-9:00pm                  ARROW (Season Premiere)

9:00-10:00pm                SUPERNATURAL (Season Premiere)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8

8:00-9:00pm                  THE VAMPIRE DIARIES (Season Premiere) 

9:00-10:00pm                THE ORIGINALS (Season Premiere)

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9

8:00-9:00pm                  REIGN (Season Premiere) 

9:00-10:00pm                AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL CYCLE 22

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19

8:00-9:00pm                  CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND (Series Premiere)  

9:00-10:00pm                JANE THE VIRGIN (Season Premiere)

WBTV New York Comic Con 2014 Schedule

For the second year at NYCC, Warner Bros. Television will host preview night screenings in the Main Stage on Thursday, October 9. Fans will not only view the complete pilot episode of the hotly anticipated series Constantine (series premiere Friday, October 24, 10/9c on NBC), but also the season two premiere episode of The 100 (season two premiere Wednesday, October 22 9/8c on The CW) will be screened.

WARNER BROS. TELEVISION SCREENINGS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9 • MAIN STAGE • 8:30 p.m.

• John Constantine is a man waging war against the forces of darkness — from both within himself and the outside world. An irreverent, working-class con man and occult expert, he’s an experienced exorcist and demonologist with an extensive list of supernatural contacts, each with their own paranormal talents and abilities. Following the aftermath of a tragic incident, Constantine has voluntarily checked himself into an asylum and sworn off investigating matters of the supernatural. But with dark forces gathering power in the world, he reluctantly resumes his old life — allying himself with Manny, a rogue warrior angel; Zed, a psychic with a dark past; and Chas, Constantine’s giant childhood protector — and only friend who’s managed to stay alive Based upon characters published by DC Entertainment, Constantine reflects the lore of the fan-favorite comic, combining noirish storytelling with the evolving mythology of John Constantine, a morally challenged character who doesn’t come down on the side of either good or evil … but ultimately might be the only thing defending us against the dark forces from beyond. The series stars Matt Ryan (Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior), Angélica Celaya (Dallas), Charles Halford (True Detective) and Harold Perrineau (Lost) and and is executive produced by Daniel Cerone (Dexter), David S. Goyer (Man of Steel, The Dark Knight trilogy) and Mark Verheiden (Battlestar Galactica). From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Warner Bros. Television, Constantine will air Fridays at 10/9c on NBC, premiering October 24^th.

• Season one of The 100 saw the human race return, after a 97-year exile in space, to a wildly transformed Earth...only to discover that the human race had never truly left. Clarke found herself forced to lead a band of disposable juvenile delinquents as they faced death at every turn: from a world transformed by radiation, from the fierce Grounders who somehow managed to survive in it, and, perhaps worst of all, from themselves. Meanwhile, as The 100 fought for their lives on the ground, The Ark’s situation was no better. Both on the ground and in space, the final episodes revealed the true desperation of their plight, as our heroes risked everything just to stay alive. Noble sacrifices and heartbreaking choices changed everyone forever, and left them scattered to the wind at season’s end. The epic second season picks up with the group still scattered and desperate to be reunited. As members of The 100 and new arrivals from the Ark stake out their place in a dangerous and beautiful new world, they are confronted with the physical peril and moral dilemmas that come with reforging society. What kind of life will they build? And what will it cost them? This season’s quest will challenge them more than anything that’s come before. Hearts will be broken. Lives will be lost. Heroes will be born. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Alloy Entertainment and Warner Bros. Television, The 100 returns Wednesday, October 22 at 9/8c on The CW.

WBTV PANEL SESSIONS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11

• 7:00–9:00 PM (Empire Stage) Constantine John Constantine is a man waging war against the forces of darkness — from both within himself and the outside world. An irreverent, working-class con man and occult expert, he’s an experienced exorcist and demonologist with an extensive list of supernatural contacts, each with their own paranormal talents and abilities. Based upon characters published by DC Entertainment, Constantine reflects the lore of the fan-favorite comic, combining noirish storytelling with the evolving mythology of John Constantine, a morally challenged character who doesn’t come down on the side of either good or evil … but ultimately might be the only thing defending us against the dark forces from beyond. Attendees will see a screening of the complete pilot, followed by a Q&A with series stars Matt Ryan (Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior), Angelica Celaya (Dallas) and executive producer David S. Goyer (The Dark Knight trilogy). From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Warner Bros. Television, Constantine will air Fridays at 10/9c on NBC this fall, premiering October 24^th. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Constantine and follow the show on Twitter at @NBCConstantine.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12

• 11:00–12:00 PM (Empire Stage) The Following (Midseason on FOX): Hit thriller The Following returns to New York Comic-Con for its third year in a row. Join executive producer Marcos Siega along with series stars Kevin Bacon and Shawn Ashmore for an onstage Q&A and special video presentation. With Joe Carroll once again behind bars, Lily Gray shot in cold blood by Mike Weston, and Luke dead at the hands of Max Hardy, Ryan Hardy's conviction to forge a new life will be put to the test in the psychologically intense third season, when a new threat emerges from the shadows, proving to be even more insidious and dangerous than his former archenemy, Joe Carroll. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Outerbanks Entertainment and Warner Bros. Television, The Following’s third season premieres midseason on FOX. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheFollowing and follow the show on Twitter at @TheFollowingFOX.

• 1:15–2:15 PM (Main Stage) Gotham (series premiere Monday, September 22 8/7c on FOX): Before there was Batman, there was Gotham. The origin story of the great DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes, Gotham will follow Det. James Gordon’s rise through the Gotham City police department. Everyone knows the name. But what is known of Gordon’s rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? Discover the never-before-told story of how Gordon navigated the layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world’s most iconic villains — the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker. Join series stars Ben McKenzie, Sean Pertwee, Robin Lord Taylor and Erin Richards, along with executive producers for a special video presentation and Q&A discussion. From Warner Bros. Television, Gotham airs Mondays at 8/7c on FOX. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GOTHAMonFox, and follow the show on Twitter at @Gotham.

• 3:15–4:15 PM (Empire Stage) Forever (two night premiere event, Monday, September 22 10/9c and Tuesday, September 23 10/9c on ABC): What would you do if you had all the time in the world? This new otherworldly drama follows Dr. Henry Morgan, a star New York City medical examiner, on his journey to answer that looming question. Henry, who hasn’t aged since the clock stopped 200 years ago, has a bit of a vested interest in studying the dead: He is immortal, and only his best friend and confidant, Abe knows Henry's secret. Join series stars Ioan Gruffudd and Alana De La Garza, along with executive producer Matt Miller for a special video presentation and Q&A discussion. From Warner Bros. Television in association with Lin Pictures, Forever airs Tuesdays at 10/9c on ABC. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ForeverOnABC and follow the show on Twitter at @ForeverABC

• 4:30–5:30 PM (Empire Stage) Person of Interest (Tuesdays 10/9c on CBS): The smash hit returns to New York for the fourth year! Join series stars Jim Caviezel, Michael Emerson, Amy Acker and Kevin Chapman, along with executive producer Greg Plageman for a special video presentation and Q&A – as the science “fiction” stays one step ahead of real-world events. The second machine – Samaritan – now online, has made the elusive team targets themselves, having to hide in plain sight. The only thing more frightening than the ruthless Decima organization calling the shots, is leaving those decisions up to an untested Machine. Facing a dangerous tomorrow, the POI team must find a way to outsmart Samaritan, an all-seeing, all-powerful artificial intelligence that’s self-governing, continually evolving and growing stronger every day. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros. Television, Person of Interest airs Tuesdays, 10/9c on CBS. Become a fan on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/PersonofInterestCBS and follow the show on Twitter at @PersonInterest

 

News: Rila Fukushima will be New KATANA in ARROW

     Image Credit: Fox


Arrow is Changing Katana this season. As one of Oliver Queen’s possible trainers and allies, Tatsu “Katana” Yamashiro has a new actress. Devon Aoki is out due to an ambiguous “scheduling conflict,” and Rila Fukushima is in.

Many may  remember Fukushima from 2013’s The Wolverine, where she played another brash lone warrior’s ally. As Yukio she wielded, appropriately enough, a deadly katana, and in her first scene showed off her skills with her sword named “Separator.”

First Look At Arrow Season 3

San Diego Comic Con 2014 is sure not disappointing when it comes to live action superheroes. Today we got a first look at Arrow Season 3 which you can check below. Just a warning that the new trailer contains spoilers of Season 2. If you haven't watch season 2 I suggest you wait. You get a feel of the direction this season is going. I'm really excited for this one. 

J-Log Entry #2: Arrow vs Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D

In J-Log entry 2 Justin talks about which show he thinks is better Arrow or Agents of Shield.Check out the new article 
Five Reasons Why Arrow Should Connect To The DC Universe
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Five Reasons Why Arrow Should Connect To The DC Film Universe

Ever since Arrow has introduced Barry Allen to the show. I can't help but think that this could be another step in the growing franchise of live adaptations for DC and Warner Bros. However unlike Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D who is connected to Marvel's film universe. DC fans are still not sure whether Arrow will be connected to the film universe of Man of Steel. Here are five reasons why Warner Bros and DC should connect Arrow to the film universe.

Reason 1: It's Easier & Cheaper For Warner Bros To Introduce Characters

Warner Bros and DC Comics are on the right path by introducing Barry Allen on Arrow. If Grant Gustin knocks the role of The Flash out of the park. I don't see no reason why he shouldn't play Flash on the big screen. Having Arrow and The Flash with their own shows gives Warner Bros an opportunity to really established the backstory and characterization. The production cost is cheaper and it gives more time to establish key story arcs. With a two hour movie you're limited on what you can do and what you can establish. However a twenty four episode season can do much more to establish a universe. Arrow so far has introduced characters such as Black Canary, Deadshot, China White, The Huntress, Bronze Tiger, League of Assassins, Deathstroke, Roy Harper and Dr. Ivo just to name a few. If these characters have reoccurring roles or episodes dedicated to a certain story arch it saves Warner Bros time trying to established them on the big screen.

Reason 2: The Fans Want Arrow To Be Connected To The DC Film Universe

Fans of Arrow would love to see Stephen Amell on the big screen. It would be a slap in the face to fans of the show to see two Arrows, one for the big screen and one for the small screen. I think Amell performance as Oliver Queen has been great so far and I have invested in seeing him as the only Arrow. In addition it will be silly at this stage of the game to have a separate film universe and TV universe when Marvel has found a way to connect both worlds. Why have two Arrow's, two Flash's when you can just connect the universes and save a couple of bucks? It would be a smart move to include the characters from the TV rather than introduce a film version and have to go through a whole new backstory and characterization.

Reason 3: Ratings

Imagine the boost in ratings Arrow will get if Ben Affleck, Gal Gabot or Henry Cavill guest star for a couple of episodes. Arrow has already seen the highest ratings of the season thanks to Grant Gustin as Barry Allen. I think with more appearances from some of DC's favorite heroes it will help Arrow even more. 

Reason 4: Justice League

Warner Bros and DC's ultimate goal is to launch a Justice League movie franchise that will hopefully have the same success as The Avengers. Arrow is on the right path by introducing The Flash however imagine if they introduce Cyborg, Green Lantern and Aquaman. If they dedicate an episode to each character to introduce them, they can then get a spin off mini series of six episodes to establish the characters. This process I think will speed things up for Warner Bros and once again will save them some money.

Reason 5: The Spirit of Competition

Who doesn't love the spirit of competiton? In my time I have see WWE vs WCW, Sony vs Microsoft vs Nintendo and now Marvel vs DC in live action form. Competition is exciting and it's good business for both parties if it's healthy.