Worth Seeing

Since finishing up classes, I have spent a ridiculous amount of time watching movies and TV shows on DVD (thanks, Netflix). In case you were wondering what to watch this summer, I thought I'd share my humble point of view on some of the better things I've seen.

First up, Weeds. Now, this is a show I was a bit skeptical about to begin with. For those of you who don't know, it's about a suburban widow who decides to become a drug dealer in order to support her family and their luxurious lifestyle. Okay.. so sometimes, the language can be a bit much, and there is basically no way I could ever relate to the show at all. Having said all that, though, it's a pretty entertaining show, and the writing is extremely clever. I would probably give Weeds a B, and will continue to watch it when the next season airs.

Next up: Gran Torino. Once again, this one's got some pretty rough language, but it simply wouldn't make sense any other way, given the ultra hostile nature of the main character, who just so happens to be a widower. (What is it with widows and widowers? Must make for a good story..). There is a perfect mixture of sweet and sour that makes Gran Torino very much worth watching. I was drawn in from the beginning, and hooked till the end. I'd give this film a B+.

Another show we have recently started to get into is Mad Men. It's about "ad men" in 1960s New York, and the clothing, dialogue, etc. reflect the setting eerily well. The writing can be a bit confusing sometimes, and the plot has had its slow moments, but I'm hooked anyway! I haven't seen a ton of episodes yet, but I'd give the show a B- and will continue to watch it.

Last but not least, I just *have* to rave about one of my all-time favorite shows. It's on HBO, it comes on every Sunday night, and it's absolutely addicting. It's............

That's right. This one's about vampires that live in Bon Temps, Louisiana. It has everything a good show needs: action, romance, mystery, shock value, and of course, blood. :) Watch it. You know you want to. Of course, keep in mind that HBO doesn't censor much; there are some pretty adult scenes every now and then, and the occasional "F bomb" is dropped. But, I love this show. I have never been so intrigued by a vampire story in my life! I give it an A. Can't wait for the next episode!

More to come.

Love and Lattés,

Katie