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Terra Nova (2011)
This show may become extinct
Not too sure what to make of this show. From the trailers was expecting a blockbuster TV show but it falls rather flat. The acting is a lot to be desired as it seems they have sacrificed the need for 'top' actors and instead focused on a big budget for special effects. It looks glossy and polished.. but i do not hold out hope for a second series.It is just like watching an episode of Primeval but with a slightly bigger budget.. All your standard family cliché are present and character development seems to have taken a back seat. The only thing going for the show is that you can watch it with the family as the only thing the dinosaurs will scare off is a second series!
Overall, it looks like this show may become extinct
Haven (2010)
SUPERnatural series
When you first start watching Haven.. it seems to have a twin peaks feel to it but rest assured, it is not that confusing. What you get is an introduction to the town and its depth of strange goings on and the towns' diverse characters. This makes you want to learn more and find out why all these supernatural things keep happening. The fact that the town is cut off from the rest of America and most of the action is in Haven, actually enhances the appeal of the show as it gives it a personal feel and that you begin to 'know' the town and its characters. It will be interesting to see how the second season develops, as you would hope that the series continues in the same vein and does not go too far 'out there'..
Overall, a great show and watch more than just the first episode... you will be hooked
Ringer (2011)
Shrugging off Buffy
Only seen three episodes but not bad.. not bad at all.. Whilst the other stars from Buffy have moved on (Eliza Dukshu, Alyson Hannigan, Nathan Fillion) Sarah Michelle Gellar has never really shrugged off the tag off being 'Buffy', but this show may finally help. The main selling point of this show is that she is in it, so if she does not put up a faultless performance, viewers will not tune in.. Luckily she thrives in being the 'lead' again and can showcase what a good actress she is. Even though there are other 'actors', ultimately she is the focal point. Also the plot is quite different to what we have seen before and it will be interesting to see how the writers develop this, as i am not too sure how long the premise of the show can last..
Overall, the show shows promise and i am glad Buffy.. i mean Sarah.. is back on our screens!