The main character is the worst portrayal of a blind person, not close to realistic and totally insulting. Other characters are somewhat interesting. The story and many details are implausible. My husband and I needed something to watch so we're trying to make it through season 1 but by the 5th episode we're throwing in the towel. Trash and cringe. Yawn. I also hate the Hollywood makeup and hair. Even the mom who runs a guide dog business is all dolled up with hair extensions and eye makeup. I had to laugh. Perfect eyebrows, lilac lipstick. Barf. Of course, Black people are drug dealers. How imaginative. I think the biggest turnoff is the main character though, with her clueless selfishness and rudeness and constant nasty behavior. The roommate veterinarian is ok.
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The Defenders
(2010–2011)
Great mix of humor and sophistication, and it's real
11 November 2010
My husband, who's a public defender, and I just love this series. Jim Belushi has come a long way in his career. His acting and expressions are just terrific. I didn't expect to love a series set in Las Vegas. And I've been really bored with the usual lawyer plots... most are just not realistic. We love the back and forth with the judges in this one. Love the dialog between the district attorney's office and the defense. Jerry O'Connell is a perfect foil for Belushi's character. They play off of each other brilliantly. O'Connell is not just a pretty face; he's got it down. He reminds me so much of when my husband worked for an SF law firm with all the young hot shots. The casting and writing is excellent. Great show. We never miss it.
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