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Wonder, Disappearances, and Time Travel: Seeing Myself in Outlander

Written By: John Bucher In the opening moments of Outlander’s pilot episode, Claire states, “People disappear all the time. Mostly there’s an explanation. Mostly.” This mysterious statement welcomes us to a world that will defy explanations and reinforce the hidden truths of folktales. Throughout history, there have been mysterious appearances, disappearances, and passages through time…

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Meet the Frasers: Delving Into Jamie’s “Real” Ancestry

Written by:  Sara Mordzynski “I come to you as kinsman and as ally.  But I give you no vow.  For my oath is pledged to the name I bear.”             Here are Jamie’s words as he explains to his uncle and Chief of Clan MacKenzie, his refusal to swear an…

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Playing Jamie. Staying Sam.

All the pretty girls like Sam.   Ohh he really doesn’t share   Although it’s more than he can handle.   Life is anything but fair, life is anything but fair.   -Kaleo “All the Pretty Girls”- It’s easy to mix up Sam Heughan with Jamie Fraser. I see it all the time. Fans take…

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NEWS: Sam Heughan Wins Best Actor Award

Written by: Caroline Trevor ? Sam Heughan wins Best Actor in Gold Derby Awards After Outlander’s success in the EWWY entertainment awards, we know have another award to the Outlander family with Sam Heughan winning the award for Best Actor in the Gold Derby awards. Congratulations to Sam, we really appreciate all the hard work you…

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Curing that Emmy Expectation Hangover, continued…

Roll out the red carpets, the Emmys are this Sunday. Ho hum. Two months have passed since the nominations were announced and the pain of hearing Outlander *crickets* still feels fresh. For those who missed my first offering on how to cure that Emmy expectation hangover, read here. Let’s be honest – I talk a…

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NEWS: Ronald D. Moore’s Impromptu Q & A

Written by: Caroline Trevor *SPOILER ALERT*  ? Ronald D. Moore took time out of his busy schedule to answer some questions on twitter regarding casting, writing, season 2, his favorite drink at a baseball game and character appearances. He talked about some character casting that are still on-going including Brianna and Roger. They are only needed…

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NEWS: Behind The Scenes Photos In Prague

Written by: Caroline Trevor Outlander has been filming in Prague recently.  Hit the jump to see what Cat, Sam and others look like in their fancy new costumes! Caitrona has some great dresses. Claire’s hair looks different than normal. Image: @eliolahHere is Mary Hawkins who befriends Claire in Paris Sam looks great in his kilt. Is that Jamie’s…

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NEWS: Filming at Pollok Park

Written by: Caroline Trevor **SPOILER ALERT** There has been some filming being seen in Pollok Country Park near Glasgow. Only click “Read More” if you are willing to see spoilers for Outlander season 2. LAST CHANCE TO LOOK AWAY! OK – you asked for it 🙂 THE NEW SCENE:  Tobias Menzies and Sam Heughan have been…

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An Open & Honest Letter To STARZ

    Dear STARZ, You need to wake up.  It’s time to evolve. I don’t mean the way you say to your little brother when he puts your panties on his head and runs around the house.  I don’t even mean the way you say it to your husband when he drinks one too many…

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Rent : Why It Shouldn’t Be A Forgotten Episode

Written by: Paige Contreras Everyone has their favorite episode. Most will say “The Wedding” or “The Devils Mark” or “To Ransom A Man’s Soul”. Don’t get me wrong, though, these episodes are all amazing. Each are specatacular for different reasons. Whether it be acting, cinematography, costumes or directing, they are all on point. Some of…

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