Kathryn Erbe Guest Starring on L&O:SVU This Fall!

Well, I guess SVU will gain (or re-gain) one fan this fall.  At least for one episode - and maybe more if rumours are correct.

TV Line reported that Kathryn Erbe will be bringing Alex Eames to Law & Order: SVU for one episode.  Alex is now with Homeland Security.  But Goren. Where is my Robert Goren??  That might have to be left up to our imagination.  Ah, well, as my friend Susan would say, he is always in her heart.  I think a lot of us feel that way, but as usual, she says it perfectly.

Here is a link to the full article.  This just made my day!

Criminal Intent - Great Companion (video)

"And some memories will never, ever fade..."
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"And our history will never be erased."
Robert Goren and Alex Eames, Bobby and Alex, however you know them, they were our great companions for most of the last 10 years.

This is a request for jclaymate123, who has since closed her YT account. If someone knows her, perhaps they can let her know this vid is here.

There are 49 episodes included here - hard to believe, eh?  I love how Season 10, after the Loyalty hug, is so bright!  That wasn't me doing that, it was the production and I though it created such a satisying ending during the instrumental "epilogue".  It's like they will go on and on forever.

There really was nothing new here, except a few kernals of expression that I might not have highlighted before. Sorry about that..... I decided to choose scenes, rather than orphan random clips for this. A 5 minute video was a huge challenge!  And yet it wasn't enough time.  I need to go back to the series DVDs and watch full episodes for real satisfaction!

I hope you enjoy Great Companion!
P.S.  Thanks to Susan for acquiring the acoustic version of Great Companion!

Criminal Intent - We want Season 11 with Goren and Eames (Video)

Over on the Saving Goren and Eames Blog we've started another campaign! It's called Operation Tie Clips and Skittles in honour of Goren's favourite fashion accessory and Eames favourite junk food.  Both Vincent D'Onofrio and Kathryn Erbe have said they'd love to do another season of Criminal Intent, so we'd like to see if we can help that along.  How do you join in?  Send tie clips and Skittles to USA Network.  Read about it on this blog post!  We've even had the thumbs up from Dick Wolf.

Here is our "commercial"!  This is such a light fun song that I wish it was a full vid!  Thanks to tjara for introducing me to it.  You can buy this song on iTunes.  It's called You and Me (In My Pocket) by Milow.

Please feel free to embed this commercial in your own blog or anywhere it will do some good!

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Last Tweets During the Last Episode this Sunday

DON’T MISS OUT:

Vincent D'Onofrio and Kathryn Erbe will be tweeting and chatting LIVE during the East AND West Coast airings of Law & Order: CI!

Chat with Kathryn at 9 PM EST

and with

 Vincent at 9 PM PST!

They'll be taking questions from the Law & Order: CI feed, so make sure you’re following us! https://twitter.com/USA_LawOrderCI. Tag your questions with #LOCIfinale -- see you then!



Let's Fight!

Over on the Saving Goren and Eames Now Blog, Susan posted a list of opportunies to express to the Powers That Be that we would like more Goren and Eames!  The writing this season has been wonderful and the actors are reflecting that in their performances.  The whole atmosphere has changed.

Newcomers to the series should enjoy it at its face value, but long-time fans will enjoy it for the subtle references to past years.
Please take a moment to check this out and write a few emails.  We succeeded once, we can make it happen again!

"Law & Order: Criminal Intent" Comes to an End

Here is a wonderfully accurate summary of Criminal Intent found in BeyondChron.  Sunday is the last episode....

"Law & Order: Criminal Intent" Comes to an End
by E. "Doc" Smith‚ Jun. 24‚ 20

One of the most popular and my personal favorite of the entire "Law & Order" television franchise, "Criminal Intent" comes to a close this Sunday night after a 10 year run; 7 years on NBC and 3 years on the USA network. Starring the incredible Vincent D'Onofrio as the complex Detective Robert "Bobby" Goren and his partner, Detective Alexandra Eames, portrayed by the equally talented Kathryn Erbe, "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" chronicled the exploits of the NYPD's "Major Case Squad". Goren's skill as a brilliant criminal profiler, coupled with the snarky wit of Eames and a bevy of great guest stars, helped make the show one of the best police dramas ever written for television.

Fans of the show fell in love with Goren's idiosyncracies; the way he would bend his body and lean over suspects to interrogate them; his now legendary, long running battle with serial killer Nicole Wallace, played by Olivia D'Abo; his affection for his mom, wonderfully played by Rita Moreno and the discovery that serial killer William Brady, portrayed by actor Roy Scheider in one of his final performances. D'Onofrio and Erbe's performances throughout these personal story-lines took the series into territories not usually seen on the original Law & Order' or in the other spin-offs like. "Special Victims Unit", "LA", "Trial By Jury" and even "Law & Order: UK". Criminal Intent's popularity would also spawn an international version of the series in France, known as "Criminal Investigations", ('Paris enquêtes criminelles").

Goren's relationship with his partner Eames is also one of the best on television, well written and handled with care. Their affection for one another is evident, and the way the writers of the show have forged their friendship through the fire of their cases is remarkable.  Read the rest of the article here.  Well worth the time!

Johnny Eames & Daughter

This scene from Last Street in Manhattan S10E4 completely blindsided me! I had this preconceived notion that Eames was a Daddy’s girl and their relationship was a doting father to his spunky daughter. Of course it might have been that way in the past, but not now.

No wonder Eames is so walled in. I question if she’s ever had any warmth from this father especially when sober. There were no touches, no words of affection. She snarks and he doesn’t notice or chooses not to notice. She might even be holding back... When I see this it explains why she has almost never touched Goren in their 11 or 12 years as partners (just check the Bump/Touch list!). There are certainly no ODAs (Open Display of Affection) from this woman. I’m starting to think that it’s not just Goren who has survived a difficult upbringing.

We know Eames mother had a stroke, but we don’t know if she passed away or is in a home. Whichever, Johnny Eames is not doing well, unless you regard sitting in his chair drinking and smoking all day a good quality of life. It looks like Alex doesn’t think so – she caps his whiskey bottle and empties his ashtray with a stony expression. I wonder how many times a week she does this? Her demeanor is not that of a child that’s happy to drop in on her parent with a smile and easy conversation. Is she just uncomfortable because Goren is there? I think not.


I found it interesting that Alex emphasizes her father's bigotry in front of Goren. We all know Goren is getting tons of information about them both without Alex speaking a word. He watches her fuss around with interest, perhaps even surprise. He appears comfortable in Johnny Eames' home, he may have been there before, but he still refers to him as Mr. Eames.

Do you think Alex was appalled that her Dad equated Bobby with Driscoll in such an insulting way?
“He’s a monster.”
“But smarter than he looks.” (from Goren)
“Just like you Bobby”
OMG! I think I would have shot my Dad!!! Alex tells her Dad to eat his sandwich…. (and shut up, would be the subtext)



Do you think it’s the booze talking when Mr. Eames complains about no grandchildren? He seems to have pretty selective memories concerning a certain surrogate pregnancy. That was a horribly cheap shot on his part. Does the lack of grandchildren from Alex reflect on him or does he feel that Alex isn’t complete without children?
Now normally Goren and Eames would exchange glances after a comment like that from a suspect, but Goren looks down before that can happen. And it looks like she isn't going to do the eye contact thing anyway.

The best part of this scene was after they left. It was wonderful to see Goren put his own sad history behind  to make such a sweet comment praising, supporting and encouraging her with a simple, “It’s good he has you”.
It’s a personal comment so out of the norm for these two that she brushes it off with “Yeah, whatever”. Do you think she realizes how significant his words are? Perhaps not at that moment.
Goren is not the only person with a difficult parent relationship. Maybe he’s taking the opportunity to return some of the quiet non-judgmental support she always provided for him. Good on him! He’s come a long way.

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Kathryn Erbe Interview

Thanks to havers for pointing this out to me. 
Kathryn/Eames fantasy was  to take down Nicole Wallace for Bobby!  Now how cute is *that*? It's almost worth having Nicole back for.....

The whole air around the show seems to be smoother, more relaxed than ever before - the interaction between the characters is completely in synch.  It's delightful.

 

The Consoler Screen Caps

Well I haven't even finished watching the episode yet and I'm having to grab caps as soon as I see them!
I haven't had a chance to analyse anything, but I sure like what I see!

When was the last time you saw Goren's arm on the back of Eames chair?  Like NEVER.

Can't you just hear Eames thinking, "Tell me I didn't just hear you call the boss a moron"

Followed by "Oh, man, don't alienate another boss - especially so soon....."  Eames is pretty nervous around the new captain later on when Goren slams the table.

Oh, loved this! Goren gestures to the guy to go through the door and then squeezes through at the same time.  So good to have you back Robert!

Now this is more like it!  Put your heads together and figure it out!

He certainly doesn't look triumphant about this one.  If Eames was in the room, she'd get "the look".

And about the psychiatrist - it was okay.  Vincent D'Onofrio was excellent creating a defensive uncertain Robert Goren.  Goren values his job enough to do what he's told. I'm not sure he'll ever "give anything up to her", but in talking and listening, it may soothe some of  his demons.  At some point Eames will be brought up.  Now that makes *me* uncomfortable for him!

As a vidder, I am completely over the moon with this episode.  There are loads of great clips!  This was an excellent episode.  Absolutely excellent!

Thank you!

The Consoler

I haven't even completely digested Rispetto yet and there is a new episode next week!  Here is the trailer...
When you're used to Goren and Eames every other week (if we're lucky!) then this is overwhelming!

Goren & Eames ARE Criminal Intent!

Welcome back!

TONIGHT on Twitter, Vincent D'Onofrio will be taking over @USA_LawOrderCI to chat with fans during the EST airing! Tag tweets with #askvincent!

The first episode of Season 10 airs tonight on USA Network at 9 EST
Many of us will be waiting for, ahem, other resources to view this awesome event!

Less Than a Week!

We have less than a week now till the premiere of Season 10 of Criminal Intent!  We are being treated to a lot of online attention for the return of Goren and Eames which is so nice after Season 8 and well, does Season 9 even count?
Here are a few places that are keeping us right up to date with references to articles and teaser video clips:
Lovely Kathryn
Vinnie Vidi Vici
Blue Velvet Vincent.

But I have to thank havers for creating this cool birthday greeting  to get me even more excited!  Thanks so much havers!



and then of course there is this amazing scene from Spoiler TV.

We really are getting Goren and Eames back - even if USA Network is not going to air the episodes in the correct order, this helps ease the pain....

Goren & Eames Back at Work!

Photo on  p_d_s' Flickr Photostream. See more of these here!

We are so lucky!

I just shake my head every time I see a new promo photo/video or snapshots from the set.  How did we get this lucky??
This photo was posted by redwingx here.  Thanks to havers for alerting me!

How Many More Sleeps?

Coming soon to a TV near you!

On USA Network: Sunday, May 1, 2011

On NBC: Monday, May 30 (9-10 p.m.)

Teasing Us!

or torturing us.....  I never thought I'd see the day - especially a year ago.
He's back with a clean-shaven face and a suit!  Her hair has grown so long!  How many more sleeps till they're back? (May 1st!)

Criminal Intent - Hands Up (video)

The idea of a "hands" video started over a year ago for Tjara's birthday when I made her a mini-vid which you can see here.  Unfortunately, the song I used for her video is by Simple Plan and I've had two other full length videos (two of my best!) using Simple Plan songs banned by YouTube.  I think I've learned my lesson.

When Hedley came out with this song, my opportunity arrived and I've had a blast making this video.  A BIG thanks to the cimusers who told me where to find specific clips from episodes I couldn't remember and for suggesting some favourite "hand" clips.  Now crank up the volume and enjoy!

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This is my first HD video and is best viewed *full SCREEN* on YouTube rather than smaller.



YouTube has banned this video in Germany, so here it is on Vimeo (it plays better small on Vimeo than YouTube).


Hands Up from CI Musings on Vimeo.

Hands Up – Hedley

Oh my god, something is wrong
I'm floating down a river
Where I don't belong without you
Cause if I fall without you

Now I see, it's all clear to me
I can do a lot of things
But I could never be without you
Cause if I fall without you

PRE-CHORUS
And you pick me up when I am down (pick me up)
And you make me smile

CHORUS
So hands up, take it all away
If I got you, then I'll be okay
I know now everybody say,
"If I got you I like it that way."

Oh my god, nothing is fine
I go a little crazy
Cause I'm losing my mind without you
Cause if I fall without you (if I fall)

Come what may, all I gotta say
I could have a lot of fun
But I don't wanna play without you
Cause if I fall without you (woo)

PRE-CHORUS
You pick me up when I am down (pick me up now)
And you make me smile

CHORUS
So hands up, take it all away
If I got you, then I'll be okay
I know now everybody say,
"If I got you I like it that way."

Without you I don't have a reason
Without you I don't have a song
Cause all my days I live to praise you
Make me want to scream and shout it out
It's all I gotta say

CHORUS
Hands up, take it all away
If I got you, then I'll be okay
I know now everybody say,
"If I got you I like it that way."

Hands up, take it all away
If I got you, then I'll be okay
I know now everybody say,
"If I got you I like it that way."
If I got you, then I'll be okay
"If I got you I like it that way."

(Like it that way, like it that way,
like it that way, like it that way,
like it that way, like it that way,
like it that way)

Criminal Intent - You Could be Happy (video)

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Several months ago my friend Susan created a video in her head! She shared the song she had used and broke the lyrics down as shown below.

She said "It's moot now, but it was suitable for after Loyalty, and before the announcements of their return." I don't suppose this video even comes close to what she had "in mind".

I hope you enjoy it anyway Susan! It's safe to watch seeing they're coming back! Merry Christmas!


"You Could Be Happy" (Snow Patrol)

Eames to Goren:

You could be happy and I won't know
But you weren't happy the day I watched you go

And all the things that I wished I had not said
Are played in loops 'till it's madness in my head

Is it too late to remind you how we were
But not our last days of silence, screaming, blur

Most of what I remember makes me sure
I should have stopped you from walking out the door

Goren to Eames:

You could be happy, I hope you are
You made me happier than I'd been by far

Somehow everything I own smells of you
And for the tiniest moment it's all not true

Do the things that you always wanted to
Without me there to hold you back, don't think, just do

More than anything I want to see you, girl
Take a glorious bite out of the whole world
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If you are in Germany, YouTube will not permit you to see this video, so I have made it available on Vimeo (where I personally think it plays better!)

You Could be Happy from CI Musings on Vimeo.

Kathryn said Yes!

I'm borrowing from my friends for this blogpost.  The title is the same one havers used and says it all!  The content is from Susan, our Binder Administrator and Courier.  I couldn't have said it as well.  Thanks Susan!

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Kathryn Erbe is coming back!!

NOW we can CELEBRATE!!!

It’s being reported everywhere! Kathyrn is coming back!

According to Deadline Hollywood :

“We’re thrilled to have Kathryn Erbe return as Detective Eames, the perfect complement to Donofrio’s Detective Goren,” said USA's president of original programming Jeff Wachtel. “We now have the definitive team for the ultimate season of this phenomenal show.”

You aren’t as thrilled as we are, Jeff!!! Kathryn’s decision to return has turned our fervent hope into reality! And we are so grateful to her for choosing to re-join the cast!!

So party on fellow fans! Our team is back! And as we all know:

Mission Accomplished!!!!

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Photo by Carmine Civitelli, 2006

 And we're feeling as happy as you look Kathryn!!! Even happier!!
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