Well, it’s not the full fourth season that the series deserves, but after rejecting HBO’s offer for a 6-episode run to wrap things up on what is currently the network’s best show, creator David Milch agreed to two 2-hour Deadwood specials to tie things up with a cocksucking bow. HBO chose to let the show’s cast know that they were opting not to renew the series for a fourth season shortly after filming on the third wrapped up, despite the fact that Milch had been planning the show as a four-season storyline from the beginning. Not sure why Milch would turn down 6 hours and then accept four, but it’s better than leaving the fans hanging, so I can’t complain too loudly. In the meantime, we’ll be getting our fill of whores, drunkards and just plain nasty assholes when new episodes begin airing this weekend.

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