Book of Pure Evil will crack you up
Todd and the Book of Pure Evil: Season One
High school can be hard even in the best of circumstances. It can be even harder if you are an awkward, angst-ridden, puberty-stricken male. It can be even harder if you've accidentally unleashed pure evil into the world and are now trying to stop it.
Todd and the Book of Pure Evil is a Canadian television series that is currently in its second season on the Space Network. The first season, complete with all 13 episodes and optional commentaries, is now available on DVD.
The story begins with Todd, your average teenage boy who has only one thing on his mind: discovering a book that can make his dreams of becoming a better guitar player and winning the girl of his dreams come true. What he doesn't realize is that the book will turn him evil in the process. Helped by his best friend, Curtis; the girl who is desperately in love with him, Hannah; and of course the smokin' hot but unattainable Jenny, Todd is brought back from the evil side of life but the book - The Book of Pure Evil - is lost.
And so, in each subsequent episode, a student finds the book, makes a wish, turns evil and unleashes all hell into the halls of Crowley High School. Todd and his friends make it their mission to recover the book and destroy it before Atticus, the secretly satanic guidance councilor, finds it first.
The cast of Todd and the Book of Pure Evil never fails to impress with its young but talented actors. Alex House, who appeared in a few episodes of Degrassi The Next Generation, takes on the lead role of Todd. House proves to be a comedic genius with perfectly timed lines, a witty demeanor and a certain air of humour about him.
Maggie Castle, who has appeared in numerous films including I'm Not There and The Time Traveller's Wife, plays the role of Jenny, Todd's big-time crush. Castle plays an amazingly good "mean girl" character who occasionally shows an emotion or two in rare, touching moments.
Bill Turnbull, of Being Erica, and relative newcomer Melanie Leishman bring to life the roles of Curtis and Hannah. Both hold their own beside House.
Canadian favourite Chris Leavins, whom many will remember from his powerful role in The Hanging Garden, plays the creepy Atticus in a way that will really get under your skin. The cast is rounded out by stoner legend Jason Mewes – that's Jay from the infamous Jay and Silent Bob - playing the only role he ever plays: himself. It must be said that Mewes is always entertaining to watch.
With a tone that is reminiscent of The Evil Dead and a cast that makes every minute enjoyable to watch, there is no reason not to check out Todd and the Book of Pure Evil.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
High school can be hard even in the best of circumstances. It can be even harder if you are an awkward, angst-ridden, puberty-stricken male. It can be even harder if you've accidentally unleashed pure evil into the world and are now trying to stop it.
Todd and the Book of Pure Evil is a Canadian television series that is currently in its second season on the Space Network. The first season, complete with all 13 episodes and optional commentaries, is now available on DVD.
The story begins with Todd, your average teenage boy who has only one thing on his mind: discovering a book that can make his dreams of becoming a better guitar player and winning the girl of his dreams come true. What he doesn't realize is that the book will turn him evil in the process. Helped by his best friend, Curtis; the girl who is desperately in love with him, Hannah; and of course the smokin' hot but unattainable Jenny, Todd is brought back from the evil side of life but the book - The Book of Pure Evil - is lost.
And so, in each subsequent episode, a student finds the book, makes a wish, turns evil and unleashes all hell into the halls of Crowley High School. Todd and his friends make it their mission to recover the book and destroy it before Atticus, the secretly satanic guidance councilor, finds it first.
The cast of Todd and the Book of Pure Evil never fails to impress with its young but talented actors. Alex House, who appeared in a few episodes of Degrassi The Next Generation, takes on the lead role of Todd. House proves to be a comedic genius with perfectly timed lines, a witty demeanor and a certain air of humour about him.
Maggie Castle, who has appeared in numerous films including I'm Not There and The Time Traveller's Wife, plays the role of Jenny, Todd's big-time crush. Castle plays an amazingly good "mean girl" character who occasionally shows an emotion or two in rare, touching moments.
Bill Turnbull, of Being Erica, and relative newcomer Melanie Leishman bring to life the roles of Curtis and Hannah. Both hold their own beside House.
Canadian favourite Chris Leavins, whom many will remember from his powerful role in The Hanging Garden, plays the creepy Atticus in a way that will really get under your skin. The cast is rounded out by stoner legend Jason Mewes – that's Jay from the infamous Jay and Silent Bob - playing the only role he ever plays: himself. It must be said that Mewes is always entertaining to watch.
With a tone that is reminiscent of The Evil Dead and a cast that makes every minute enjoyable to watch, there is no reason not to check out Todd and the Book of Pure Evil.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
