Flatbush Misdemeanors V.F.

The show is good and has some great characters, Kareem being one of the stand outs! But Dan just really grates on me, he can't act and it seems like he's trying to be funny but it never lands. He should stay behind the camera from series 2>

The story revolves around two twenty something childhood friends, recently reunited and now roommates. . One is a struggling artist; the other a struggling teacher. Both are very low key, timid, and likable types, trying to make their way in a crazy and dangerous inner city environment, with some funny characters. We are introduced to a great supporting cast.. including some oddballs that bring on the laughs. The writing is very good... subtle humor. It seems, though, that half the opening episode was edited out, as it contained many loose ends that probably wound up on the cutting room floor.

Solid start, though, to what promises to develop into a hit series.

I saw several reviews say it was stupid and not funny, those people don't know funny cause this is HILARIOUS.

I'm five episodes into this series, and the jury is still out. I think there are moments in the series where I think "has potential", but then there are other moments where I can't help but think "preachy about social justice and yet depicts the community it's trying to highlight sometimes in a not so pleasant light". Possibly this is the aspect of the show where some rave saying the series is gritty and real. However, for me it just doesn't seem to be uplifting, and it extends stereotypes that aren't helpful. Nevertheless, I'll continue to watch the show for the full season, and possibly rewrite my short review to be more positive (or negative).

I like this show. The interesting characters and authenticity. Many won't "get it" and others won't give it enough of a chance, which is apparent from many of the 1 star reviews. But this show is cool.