With TV being over run by the likes of ridiculous reality shows (Trading Spouses anyone?), the expectations for a simple drama series are not that high. All we want is something with a script. So it's funny that I watched "The Days" last night and still felt more inclined toward The Simple Life 2.
First off, the show is not new in terms of concept. We've all seen a million family dramas on TV at one point or another, most of which do not last. I would not be strange if this went the same way. There are just too many things wrong with it and and it's hard to overcome some of those major flaws. A couple of added scenes here and there aren't going to fix the quality of the acting that is displayed. Actually, before the actors take all the trash, I have to hand it to the writers for giving them the worst and most unbelievable scenarios and dialogue. There is no high point here. Still, at the end of the day (dinner was served at midnight if that gives you an indication) they're still acting like they were before all the problems in their lives started. After a day of such emotional stress, they act like...it's just hard to believe anyone would still be able to smile in their place.
A show like this wants to be character driven. With new writers, actors, a few less problems and a new demographic that would be possible. For now, they're the ugly cousin of 7th Heaven and that's not something that wins ratings. **/*****
First off, the show is not new in terms of concept. We've all seen a million family dramas on TV at one point or another, most of which do not last. I would not be strange if this went the same way. There are just too many things wrong with it and and it's hard to overcome some of those major flaws. A couple of added scenes here and there aren't going to fix the quality of the acting that is displayed. Actually, before the actors take all the trash, I have to hand it to the writers for giving them the worst and most unbelievable scenarios and dialogue. There is no high point here. Still, at the end of the day (dinner was served at midnight if that gives you an indication) they're still acting like they were before all the problems in their lives started. After a day of such emotional stress, they act like...it's just hard to believe anyone would still be able to smile in their place.
A show like this wants to be character driven. With new writers, actors, a few less problems and a new demographic that would be possible. For now, they're the ugly cousin of 7th Heaven and that's not something that wins ratings. **/*****