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Being Erica, Flashpoint, Little Mosque on the Prairie

In the news: CBC’s comedy block

January 6, 2009 Diane Wild

From Marise Strauss of Media in Canada:

Comedy blocks face off on Mondays
“CBC’s midseason schedule got off to what looked like a promising start on Monday, with critics united in their praise of Being Erica, the first of two new series set to debut this week amid varied competition from the commercial networks.” Read more.

Being Erica, Flashpoint

In the news: Winter TV

January 6, 2009 Diane Wild

From Sean Minogue of the Georgia Straight:

Canadian TV heats up the winter season
“With the recent layoffs at Canwest Global and CTVâ€”plus whispers of cutbacks at the CBCâ€”it seems not even our TV industry is insulated from recent economic tremors. But while belts tighten one notch, Canadian TV promises to kick it up two as we charge into 2009. Here are some highlights of new series, returning favourites, and upcoming documentary specials.” Read more.

Being Erica, Flashpoint

In the news: Canadian TV to the rescue

January 5, 2009 Diane Wild

From Rob Salem of the Toronto Star:

Canadian programming saves television from itself
“They don’t get much better than Being Erica, a clever, character-driven, high-concept comedy debuting tonight at 9 on CBC, the time slot following the returning, superficially similar Sophie (which could either kill it or benefit both).” Read more.

Being Erica, Flashpoint

In the news: January shows to watch

January 4, 2009 Diane Wild

From Bill Harris of the Toronto Sun, also includes Flashpoint and Howie Do It:

Prime nine
“Here are nine reasons not to give up on your favourite medium just yet, in order of debut: Being Erica, CBC, Jan. 5 (new show): Lead actress Erin Karpluk is delightful, Michael Riley is solid as usual, and this has an intriguing time-travel premise. Hey, wouldn’t you like to go back into your 16-year-old body with the vast knowledge you’ve collected as an adult?” Read more.

In the news: Flashpoint nominated for cinematography award

December 29, 2008 Diane Wild

From Dave McNary of Variety:

Cinematographers laud CBS shows: ‘CSI,’ ‘Flashpoint’ among ASC nominees
“The American Society of Cinematographers has included three CBS shows — Eleventh Hour, CSI and Flashpoint — in its nominations in two TV categories.” Read more.