Amanda Peet is not right for this part. She looks overwhelmed and is without weight. Sorkin's women are strong, even when they're neurotic. There is something to them that has to read 'been there, done that'. That is sadly missing and her acting in this is most difficult to enjoy. Hopefully she will improve with time. The show is otherwise very well cast and I am excited to see Matthew Perry in a role that has some gravitas and wounded humanity. It must feel great as an actor to get out from under the shadow of such a long-lived sitcom role. Steven Weber is managing his arsehole role really well too. And once again Brad Whitford knocks it out of the park with his subtlety and grace.
