jodyscott31

I absolutely loved this movie. The actors executed their roles so well! I laughed so hard at some of the cultural misunderstandings. And cried with some of them too. This is such a unique Christmas and cultural mashup. It was good to see something on Netflix that was not just American cultural mishaps, but Norwegian and Indian. Every moment of this movie was mesmerizing, full of funny and endearing moments. I am even happier to find out that this movie is based on a true story. I hope the reality was just as funny and touching as the movie version. I laughed and cried so much throughout the show.

Several of my favorite actors are in this adaptation, and I really wanted to love it. With every episode, I hated this version more and more. The entire thing strayed so far from the book and other adaptations. I get the creative license and interpreting it in a unique way, but my great expectations for this adaptation did not come to fruition. I think my disappointment was in the Pip storyline most of all. There were a few things I did like about this interpretation but it was from other characters mostly. I know Great Expectations is generally depressing, but this version was so extremely depressing and full of heartache and negative scenes (even gross scenes), that it really turned me off. I will not be watching this version again (I have previous versions on DVD).

I absolutely LOVED this series. It is such a poignant look at the stressors of working for a law firm and the social dynamics that affect the daily workload. It takes a hard look at Corporate America and how the old white boys club still run everything despite their claims to be minority friendly. The cast is phenomenal, I loved every single actor in this. The storyline was really intriguing and keeps one's attention. I would recommend this series to any intelligent, diversity-supporting individual. There are some really hot sex scenes as well. I really hope Netflix will green-light a second season!