JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Lucifer Season 2

*About the Show*

L.A. is hotter than ever...

Based upon the characters created by Neil Gaiman, Sam Kieth and Mike Dringenberg for Vertigo, from DC Entertainment, Lucifer is the story of the original fallen angel. Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar (Tom Ellis) abandoned his throne and retired to Los Angeles, where he has teamed up with LAPD detective Chloe Decker (Lauren German) to take down criminals.

Charming, charismatic and devilishly handsome, Lucifer has a way of manipulating people into confessing their deepest, darkest secrets, which helps Chloe deliver justice. But Lucifer quickly discovered that Chloe makes him vulnerable. When he's around her, the devil can bleed like anyone else. It's a truly scary realization that doesn't sit well with his best friend, Mazikeen aka Maze (Lesley-Ann Brandt), a fierce demon in the form of a beautiful young woman. Maze wants nothing more than to leave Los Angeles and get back to her life in Hell, but Lucifer is having one helluva good time with the mortals, and she is not about to leave him behind.

At the end of Season One, Chloe watched Lucifer die, only to come back to life, causing more confusion over who he really is. Meanwhile, her estranged husband, Dan (Kevin Alejandro), who is also an LAPD detective, came clean about his involvement in a corrupt case - jeopardizing not only his job, but also their relationship.

In Season Two, Lucifer and his brother, Amenadiel (DB Woodside), who have been sparring over Lucifer's resistance to returning to the underworld, will now be brought back together for one common goal - to find their mother, Charlotte (Tricia Helfer, Battlestar Galactica), who escaped Hell. After all, Lucifer doesn't take after his dad, so the parent he does resemble is sure to be quite terrifying. Lucifer's work with the LAPD also is upended when the police force hires Ella Lopez (Aimee Garcia, The George Lopez Show), a smart, tough forensic scientist whose mutual belief in both faith and science proves a point of interest to Lucifer.

With mom on the loose, Dr. Linda Martin (Rachael Harris), who has become not only a therapist, but also a confidante to Lucifer, will surely have a lot of advice to dole out. And, by the time she's done with them, she may need a therapist of her own.

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Television Network:

FOX

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Genre:

Supernatural/Paranormal Drama

Action/Adventure

Comedy

Based on the comic book series by:

Vertigo

Rating:

TV-14

Cast:

Tom Ellis as Lucifer Morningstar

Lauren German as Chloe Decker

Lesley-Ann Brandt as Maze

D.B. Woodside as Amenadiel

Rachael Harris as Dr. Kim Martin

Kevin Alejandro as Dan

Tricia Helfer as Charlotte

Aimee Garcia as Ella Lopez

Scarlett  Estevez as Trixie

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*My Thoughts*

What a second season! Oh, the fun and adventure continues for Lucifer and Chloe! Now, their adventures include mother dearest...the goddess of creation! Lucifer definitely has a lot on his plate...haha! Doc Martin knows the truth...and she has a lot to "wrap" her head around everything that has been revealed to her. Character development continues...and it keeps getting interesting. The humor continues to balance out the drama. Tricia Helfer is a great addition to the cast. Love her character! Stuck in Los Angeles with humans, Mother God has to adjust to living life on Earth. All the while, we can see where Lucifer gets his funny wit and personality traits from. Amenadiel, on the other hand, is feeling the crushing truth of the consequences of his actions. He, too, must adjust to becoming mortal. Maze is struggling to figure out who and what she is in this life on Earth.

Lots of character development for all of these characters. Truths are revealed...and Lucifer and Chloe's relationship is moving along. However, there are a few obstacles that they have to overcome in order to figure out what this relationship is between the two. Completely how they interact with each other and how the cast fit their characters. Funny how Dan and Lucifer have to work together, despite how they feel about each other...haha! But, both their "love" for Chloe is what keeps them at a compromise.

All in all, this season was filled with Lucifer's humor and antics, as well as solving crime.  Every character has established their own identities as to who they are and what they want. We even got introduced to another angel! Yup! We definitely got a taste of some "divine intervention;" however, it doesn't mean it was all good. Anyways, a little bit of Heaven and Hell definitely adds to the whole theme of Lucifer being the first fallen angel and the Lord of Hell. Well, next season will be very interesting as we learn more about the "miracle" that Chloe was revealed to be. What is her "part" in God's plan. Will we meet Him in this coming next season!

Yup! That's right! Lucifer has been renewed for a third season! Yes!

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Lucifer Season 1 Episode 13 - "Take Me Back to Hell"

About the Show

Lucifer is the story of the original fallen angel. Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar has resigned his throne and retired to the City of Angels, where he owns an upscale piano bar called Lux. When a beautiful pop star is murdered, for the first time in roughly 10 billion years, he feels something awaken deep within him. Is he actually capable of feelings for a human being? The very thought disturbs him. The murder attracts the attention of LAPD homicide detective Chloe Decker, who finds herself both repulsed and fascinated by Lucifer. At the same time, God's emissary, the angel Amenadiel, has been sent to Los Angeles to convince Lucifer to return to Hell. But with the City of Angels at his feet and a newfound purpose, Lucifer's having too much fun to go back now.

Television Network:

FOX

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Genre:

Supernatural/Paranormal Drama

Action/Adventure

Comedy

Based on the comic book series by:

Vertigo

Rating:

TV-14

Cast:

Tom Ellis as Lucifer Morningstar

Lauren German as Chloe Decker

Lesley-Ann Brandt as Maze

D.B. Woodside as Amenadiel

Rachael Harris as Dr. Kim Martin

Kevin Alejandro as Dan

Scarlett  Estevez as Trixie

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Episode Synopsis:

When Lucifer is framed for murder, he and Chloe must work together to clear his name and prove the identity of the true killer.

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*My Thoughts*

Not that Lucifer has been framed for murder, he doesn't think life on Earth, especially in Los Angeles, is fun anymore. It's not all fun and games anymore...is it!?! Lucifer is feeling the reality of it now. The look of disappointment and disbelief on Chloe's face just rubbed it in too much for Lucifer. We already know that Lucifer is all too human when Chloe is around. When Lucifer has a gun pointed to his head, he only does what the Devil does...and provokes the police officer to pull the trigger. Aye!

Despite Amenadiel and Lucifer being at odds with each other, they are still family...and Amenadiel gets Lucifer out of that mess for now. They both come to a realization about themselves and about the whole situation... And comes to the conclusion that they need to help each other on this.

Dan finally tells Chloe that truth about everything. He really does want to make it work...he does, after all, still love Chloe. Even with all the mistakes that were made; he did do it with good intentions in mind. He just went about it the wrong way. Of course, Chloe is angry with him, she seems to understand his motives...sort of. She'll probably forgive him...eventually. Although she doesn't it show it much, Chloe still loves Dan... She still want to make it work, especially for Trixie's sake. Dan helps Chloe by turning himself in, so that they can track down Malcolm and clear Lucifer's name.

I thought it was hilarious when Dr. Martin finally finds out the truth about Amenadiel and Lucifer. That was funny. Then, to turn it around and make it into sibling counseling. Dr. Martin is still dumbfounded with this revelation; plus, she's angry that she was apparently a pawn in Amenadiel's plan to get Lucifer back to Hell. The back and forth banter and antics is too funny...totally enjoyable to watch. Then, just like all of Lucifer's "therapy" sessions, Amenadiel and Lucifer figures out what to do in order to find Malcolm.

Well, Malcolm has definitely gone off the deep end into insanity, especially since he thinks he's "invincible" when Amenadiel "saved" him from Hell. But what does he do...go crazy, then kidnap Trixie. Malcolm want to run, but that's not going to happen without money since he was confronted by Amenadiel and Lucifer. Too funny how these brother angels work so well together, but always disagree on many things. But, that didn't go well either since Amenadiel gets injured by Maze's blade.

Hmmm...Lucifer and Amendiel isn't the only one who is all too new these human emotions. Maze is also susceptible to this too human thing called...feelings. For a demon, she did show a lot of concern for Amenadiel's well-being.

It comes down to saving Trixie and Chloe now. Knowing that he can die with Chloe around, he know what he needs to do...the only way he know how. Facing Malcolm, Lucifer finds out, the deadly way, what Malcolm truly desires.

Hmmm...I wonder if making Lucifer too human was his Father's plan all this time. While Lucifer bleeds out dying on the floor, he pleads with his Father. Being Lucifer, the surprising thing is that he doesn't request what would be assumed for the Devil. Lucifer was concerned for Chloe's safety... He made a sacrifice to help someone else!

Wow! Finally!!! We got a glimpse of what Hell looks like when Lucifer died and returned home. However, his sweet homecoming was not as sweet as he thought when he finds that something...someone...has escaped out of its confines. Then, he returns to Earth...well, he did offer his Father his services; and now, we know why.

Who escaped Hell!?! Lucifer and Amenadiel has another brother bonding moment, but Lucifer finds himself telling Amenadiel some ominous news. Lucifer tells him who escaped Hell. Seriously!!! Oh what a cliffhanger!!! Well, I think the brothers will have their hands full searching for this escapee.

We already know that there will be a lot that Dan and Chloe have to work out. Lucifer has to search for this escapee. Amenadiel and Maze are the only ones who can help him. What and how much chaos will this Hell escapee cause!?! Guess we will have to wait for the next season to find out what is in store for all them.

This was an incredibly fun and action-filled start of a series. Tom Ellis and the entire cast are amazing! They totally made the start of this show exciting. I would like to see more of the supernatural side of it. This first season gave viewers a great introduction to all the characters and developed a world with Lucifer living among people in Los Angeles. However, he is still the Devil, Amenadiel is still an Angel, and Maze is still a Demon... I guess I wanted to see more of the other side of them, not just there "human" side of them. But, with this season finale, we may be seeing some of that in the second season...hopefully.

MARIAH's THOUGHTS on Damien Season 1 Episode 7 - "Abattoir"

About the Show:

Damien Thorn (James Bradley) discovers that he is the Antichrist. He must confront his past and cope with the truth of who and what he is.

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Television Network:
A&E

Genre:
Supernatural/Paranormal Drama
Horror/Suspense

Based on the film:

The Omen

Rating:

TV-14 V, L

Created by:

Glen Mazzara

Cast:

Bradley James - Damien Thorn

Barbara Hershey - Ann Rutledge

Megalyn E.K. - Simone Baptiste

Omid Abtahi - Amani Golkar

Scott Wilson - John Lyons

David Meunier - Detective Shay

Robin Weigert - Sister Greta Fraueva

   

   

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Episode 7: "Abattoir"

Synopsis:

Damien gets help from an unexpected source. Shay tracks down Damien's old friend. A mysterious figure enlists Simone's help. Rutledge offers Damien what he wants most.

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*My Thoughts*

From the description, it seems like Damien is getting help from Detective Shay but we know that’s not going to happen. Damien starts his day in the psychiatric ward but is soon discharged. By now he has come to accept the idea of people worshipping him as the Antichrist. His blatant denial simmers down and he’s gathering up his own resolve to play the game. Damien faces his own demons and the one’s “loyal” to the Beast.

On the bystanders and cultists side, Detective Shay has finally let the religious truck hit him too, even though it’s only been seven episodes, and his son had to nearly die in the face of the Devil to do it. His anger just continues to seethe the more he finds out about Damien and those who have had a past with him. Damien has always been a bit of a loner and on occasion a grudge holding child; none of this adds up in his defense against Detective Shay. And it looks like we have gained a new piece on the board due to Shay’s investigation.

Even those loyal to the Beast can show fear of his wrath. John Lyon isn’t as trustworthy as Damien thinks thanks to his epiphany last episode and ends up meeting his wheelchair bound wife. Rutledge is a fluctuating character and it’s difficult to trust her. Barbara Hershey is doing a wonderful job as Ann Rutledge. She acted as an over-protective mother for the Antichrists’, turned fanatic, and into Damien’s loyalist. Not only does she try to look over Damien as a part of some cult, it appeared as though she really cared. Maybe the compensation for losing her husband and child was true.

And finally, we get to see what the Nun was up to. Sister Greta is very determined in her religious work. Although sent by the Vatican to investigate Damien Thorn and his miraculous recovery from his suicide attempt, she takes matters into her own hands and recruits aid from those closest to Damien while he pushes them away. She has made a believer out of Simone more so than before.

If Damien continues on his own path, maybe he could change his prophecy in his favor…? But the only person(s) he can count on are himself and… Rutledge? When people fear for their lives or do what they believe is right, what are they really like? Why would the Antichrist have a fighting chance in these circumstances? Divine intervention may not always be the most useful option.

Until the next dark episode.

Watch a preview of Episode 8 - "Here is Wisdom"

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Lucifer Season 1 Episode 11 - "St. Lucifer"

About the Show

Lucifer is the story of the original fallen angel. Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar has resigned his throne and retired to the City of Angels, where he owns an upscale piano bar called Lux. When a beautiful pop star is murdered, for the first time in roughly 10 billion years, he feels something awaken deep within him. Is he actually capable of feelings for a human being? The very thought disturbs him. The murder attracts the attention of LAPD homicide detective Chloe Decker, who finds herself both repulsed and fascinated by Lucifer. At the same time, God's emissary, the angel Amenadiel, has been sent to Los Angeles to convince Lucifer to return to Hell. But with the City of Angels at his feet and a newfound purpose, Lucifer's having too much fun to go back now.

Television Network:

FOX

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Genre:

Supernatural/Paranormal Drama

Action/Adventure

Comedy

Based on the comic book series by:

Vertigo

Rating:

TV-14

Cast:

Tom Ellis as Lucifer Morningstar

Lauren German as Chloe Decker

Lesley-Ann Brandt as Maze

D.B. Woodside as Amenadiel

Rachael Harris as Dr. Kim Martin

Kevin Alejandro as Dan

Scarlett  Estevez as Trixie

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Episode Synopsis:

When philanthropist Tim Dunlear is found dead, Lucifer explores his good side by becoming a benefactor for Tim's glitzy Los Angeles charity.

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*My Thoughts*

Well, this episode opens with Chloe in Lucifer's bed...ahahaha! Yup! After showing up at his place drunk and passing out in the previous episode, the assumption would be that they did the "nasty." Right!?! Well, hate to disappoint, they didn't...that's hilarious! Just love Lucifer and Chloe's banter. Those two has great chemistry! Lucifer said "no" to Chloe!?! Wow!

In this episode, he's trying on that "good guy" suit by being good and charitable!?! Hmmm... Let's see how that goes....haha! As Lucifer explores that possibility, a murder of a philanthropist gets Lucifer on a roll on being "St. Lucifer." As in all the previous episodes, Lucifer explores another aspect of himself...this time he's exploring doing good and how it feels.

On the other side of things, Amenadiel is waiting on Malcolm to do his "job." He will pretty much do what needs to be done to get Lucifer back to Hell...which includes working with a beautiful demon. However, it seems that Amenadiel is getting bored waiting. Looks like Maze is feeling lonely since Lucifer remains angry with her. Where does she go for company!?! She goes to Lucifer's brother...Amenadiel. Huh! And boy, they definitely kept each other company. Even angels are vulnerable to temptation...haha! And...Oh my! Amendiel and Maze!?!

Not only that, Dan figures out what Malcolm is up to. All tied up, Dan has to figure out how to stop him from killing Lucifer. Very clever Dan...kicking Malcolm's food out of his hands. Looks like Dan is putting things together while Malcolm talks. Yeah, Malcolm talks too much, especially telling Dan about what happened to him. However, Malcolm does not complete his task, especially when Lucifer bribes him out of it.

Interesting to find a twist regarding Lucifer's immortality. We have already seen how he has become vulnerable in connection with his curiosity with human behavior and life in Los Angeles. Of course, the issue comes up again after he gets shot by their murder suspect. In the end, the murder of Tim Dunlear gets solved!

Moreover, Lucifer tests a theory regarding his immortality. It seems that he is vulnerable when it comes to Chloe. Lucifer is realizing many things in this episode... one, he's giving Maze another chance and, two, he's vulnerable when Chloe is around. Huh...she makes him "all too human." She makes him vulnerable.

Until the next episode!

For now, here's a preview of Episode 12 - "#TeamLucifer"

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Lucifer Season 1 Episode 9 - "A Priest Wallks into a Bar"

About the Show

Lucifer is the story of the original fallen angel. Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar has resigned his throne and retired to the City of Angels, where he owns an upscale piano bar called Lux. When a beautiful pop star is murdered, for the first time in roughly 10 billion years, he feels something awaken deep within him. Is he actually capable of feelings for a human being? The very thought disturbs him. The murder attracts the attention of LAPD homicide detective Chloe Decker, who finds herself both repulsed and fascinated by Lucifer. At the same time, God's emissary, the angel Amenadiel, has been sent to Los Angeles to convince Lucifer to return to Hell. But with the City of Angels at his feet and a newfound purpose, Lucifer's having too much fun to go back now.

Television Network:

FOX

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Genre:

Supernatural/Paranormal Drama

Action/Adventure

Comedy

Based on the comic book series by:

Vertigo

Rating:

TV-14

Cast:

Tom Ellis as Lucifer Morningstar

Lauren German as Chloe Decker

Lesley-Ann Brandt as Maze

D.B. Woodside as Amenadiel

Rachael Harris as Dr. Kim Martin

Kevin Alejandro as Dan

Scarlett  Estevez as Trixie

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Episode Synopsis:

A priest seeks out Lucifer's help when he suspects an underground drug operation has set up shop at a neighborhood youth center.

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*My Thoughts*

Each adventurous episode is looking more like a therapy session for Lucifer...albeit it's a "hands-on" type of session...haha! With each case Lucifer solves with Chloe, he learns another lesson in human emotions as he tries to figure out his conflicted self. Plus, he also is conflicted with his own family issues. Resentment comes to mind with this episode...Well, pretty much all the episode. As Lucifer tries to figure out his own "demons" with Dr. Martin, he's trying to figure out his own issues with his Father.

Interesting how subplots unravel and reveal itself. Hmmm...There was a reason why Amenadiel saved Malcolm. Not only that...there are some secrets that some people want to keep hidden. But, wow! Amenadiel is resorting to underhanded means to get Lucifer back to Hell. Not so angelic now, is he!?! Seems that his time on Earth...particularly in Los Angeles...is also having an effect on him.

Moreover, despite the fact that Lucifer is angry with Maze, she will not leave him due to her loyalty to him. But, it doesn't look like he will stay angry with her very long. However, their "relationship" will be different due to her betrayal. Maze is treading carefully right now. Funny,  how she's a demons, but yet, she "cares" for Lucifer's well being...Well, like a loyal soldier to her general.

In the end, Lucifer, like every other human being, questions "God's plan," and he's the Devil! He's an Angel...be it fallen; he's still an Angel. We're seeing Lucifer question more and more about who he is and what his purpose is.

Until the next episode!

For now, here's a preview of Episode 10 - "Pops"

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Lucifer Season 1 Episode 8 - "Et Tu, Doctor?"

About the Show

Lucifer is the story of the original fallen angel. Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar has resigned his throne and retired to the City of Angels, where he owns an upscale piano bar called Lux. When a beautiful pop star is murdered, for the first time in roughly 10 billion years, he feels something awaken deep within him. Is he actually capable of feelings for a human being? The very thought disturbs him. The murder attracts the attention of LAPD homicide detective Chloe Decker, who finds herself both repulsed and fascinated by Lucifer. At the same time, God's emissary, the angel Amenadiel, has been sent to Los Angeles to convince Lucifer to return to Hell. But with the City of Angels at his feet and a newfound purpose, Lucifer's having too much fun to go back now.

Television Network:

FOX

Stay Connected:

   

Genre:

Supernatural/Paranormal Drama

Action/Adventure

Comedy

Based on the comic book series by:

Vertigo

Rating:

TV-14

Cast:

Tom Ellis as Lucifer Morningstar

Lauren German as Chloe Decker

Lesley-Ann Brandt as Maze

D.B. Woodside as Amenadiel

Rachael Harris as Dr. Kim Martin

Kevin Alejandro as Dan

Scarlett  Estevez as Trixie

See Full Cast on IMDB

Watch the Full Episode

Episode Synopsis:

When a therapist is murdered, Lucifer and Chloe enlist the help of Dr. Linda to look into possible suspects.

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*My Thoughts*

Lucifer is on the case with Chloe...this time a therapist is murdered. This case, in turn, enlists the help from Lucifer's therapist, Dr. Linda! Of course, with Lucifer, he's hoping to use Dr. Linda's helps to his advantage, especially since Lucifer is working on understanding human emotions...now that he has become vulnerable to it. Well, plus, Lucifer is very fascinated with Chloe, and he wants to know why.

This episode seems to explore a very human behavior, jealousy, that Lucifer thinks he is feeling about Chloe. Hmmm...he is feeling something. And that is something that is in conflict of who he is. Seems that he has embraced therapy in an odd way...haha! Funny how Lucifer tries to deflect his therapy session to be about other people, not him...haha! And, of course, Dr. Linda has to get Lucifer to focus on his he issues...hmmm! He is such the devil...lol! Dr. Linda also tends to reveal a lot about Lucifer's own internal conflicts in which he seems to deny.

On the other subplot, there seems to be a twist with this Palmetto case that Chloe is still investigating. Plus, Chloe and Dan seems to be spending a lot of time together. Is there a possible reconciliation between the two? However, there is a secret Dan is keeping...and someone knows. This whole "dirty cop" plot just keeps getting more intriguing. How will it play out since Dan is trying to make it work with Chloe. Or is it a ploy to get her to stop investigating that Palmetto case. Hmmm...However, Chloe is definitely not deterred from continuing this investigation. Then the "suicide" of a copy!?! Hmmm... Chloe is just going to "dig her nails in" even more so now.

Again, another episode in which Lucifer explores human emotions, in turn, he tries to figure out what he is feeling...or not feeling. Plus, another secret was revealed in regards to Amenadiel and Maze. Well, the Devil definitely came out when it came to betrayal...That hasn't changed. Hmmm...What is Maze to do...now that Lucifer found out! How about Amenadiel!?! Lucifer is having waaay too much fun in Los Angeles. Going back to Hell doesn't look like it will happen anytime soon.

Until the next episode!

For now, here's a preview of Episode 9 - "Out of Options"