The O.C. - any good ?
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I guess the easy comparison would be Beverly Hills 90210 because of the same network (Fox) and every "teen drama" after 90210 will forever be compared to 90210.
However, The O.C. not only focuses on the teens in the show, but on the surrounding family members--unlike 90210 who never really had many storylines for the adults like Jim and Cindy Walsh, Nat, etc.
It's sort of cheesy (in a good way, of course), and although it's sort of low on drama (contrary to the writers' opinions probably), it's high on wit (from the character of Seth, played by Adam Brody) and registers a solid 8 on the Richter scale for hot babes (namely Summer, played by Rachel Bilson).
I've compared the main character Ryan (played by Benjamin McKenzie) to a young Russell Crowe (though others have disagreed with me) so since you're an Aussie, that might be a good thing or a bad thing. So far, he and the main girl (Marissa, played by Mischa Barton) have a crappy storyline (IMHO), but hopefully it'll get better. The show is best when Seth and Summer share screentime and trade banter.
If you're looking for high quality programming like The West Wing (note: I've never seen The West Wing, but I assume it's quality programming because of its many Emmy nominations and wins), this ain't it. But if you're looking for an entertaining look at high society in the southern California area, this show might be for you.
However, The O.C. not only focuses on the teens in the show, but on the surrounding family members--unlike 90210 who never really had many storylines for the adults like Jim and Cindy Walsh, Nat, etc.
It's sort of cheesy (in a good way, of course), and although it's sort of low on drama (contrary to the writers' opinions probably), it's high on wit (from the character of Seth, played by Adam Brody) and registers a solid 8 on the Richter scale for hot babes (namely Summer, played by Rachel Bilson).
I've compared the main character Ryan (played by Benjamin McKenzie) to a young Russell Crowe (though others have disagreed with me) so since you're an Aussie, that might be a good thing or a bad thing. So far, he and the main girl (Marissa, played by Mischa Barton) have a crappy storyline (IMHO), but hopefully it'll get better. The show is best when Seth and Summer share screentime and trade banter.
If you're looking for high quality programming like The West Wing (note: I've never seen The West Wing, but I assume it's quality programming because of its many Emmy nominations and wins), this ain't it. But if you're looking for an entertaining look at high society in the southern California area, this show might be for you.
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Originally posted by immortal_zeus
(note: I've never seen The West Wing, but I assume it's quality programming because of its many Emmy nominations and wins)
(note: I've never seen The West Wing, but I assume it's quality programming because of its many Emmy nominations and wins)
The Emmy's are a popularity contest. Winning one these days doesn't actually denote/signify QUALITY in any way! [Homer voice]Stupid wide-sweeping academy qualifiers.[/Homer voice]
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Originally posted by Original Desmond
Mate, what show(s) is it similarish to ?
Mate, what show(s) is it similarish to ?
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• Quoth rfduncan •<HR SIZE=1The Sopranos gets best director and best writing but West Wing is the best drama?<HR SIZE=1>
Again, you should check your information. The West Wing won Best Direction in a Dramatic Series, and IMO, rightfully so.
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Originally posted by das Monkey
The West Wing won Best Direction in a Dramatic Series, and IMO, rightfully so.
The West Wing won Best Direction in a Dramatic Series, and IMO, rightfully so.
My point was that one person's trash is another person's treasure. Comparing O.C. to West Wing in terms of "quality television" is completely subjective. But thanks for correcting me das while managing to slip in your own objective opinion of West Wing.