However, when I heard about NBC creating a new Wonder Woman show, I have to admit, I was worried. Instead of a long rant, I'll try to keep my points succinct.
- David E. Kelley.
- Pros: He has a long history of really high rated (Ally McBeal) and really high quality (Boston Public) shows. Plus he helmed Doogie Howser.
- Cons: He's never done an action show before.
- NBC
- Pros: They're now under the leadership of Bob Greenblatt who helped Showtime topple HBO with shows like United States of Tara, Weeds, and Dexter.
- Cons: It's a network show, so no big budget. The network is currently struggling with low viewership. And they're notorious for canceling shows before giving them a chance.
- Smallville (Just go with me on this one)
- Pros: The show has gotten quite a following during the last few years (even if it's a bit of a cult following), so people might be more open to another superhero show.
- Cons: The style of Smallville was more whiney teen-angsty (then young adult-angsty) than action show. So that's what people will want from their superhero shows.
- Adrianne Palicki
- Pros: She looks like she could kick some ass, plus she apparently reads comic books.
- Cons: I've only seen her in Legion, which was an awful movie. (Note to self: check out Friday Night Lights)
- The Costume (Here's a great debate over sexy vs slutty in regards to the costume)
- Pros: I like that there are definite nods to the traditional costume and the new costume in the comics. I actually like that she's wearing pants.
- Cons: Way too shiny. But I have a sneaky suspicion that it will look better in the context of defeating the bad guy. Putting her in front of a white background with pretty harsh lighting is about the worst thing that could be done.
I'm still going to give the show a chance. And if it's like Smallville, I'll grin and bear it through multiple seasons, too (if it gets the chance).
5 comments:
I watched Wonder Woman as a kid and loved it. Watched it all the time. So this recreation of Wonder Woman has a lot to live up to--Linda Carter is a legend.
I'm willing to give it a chance. I'm curious now, but my feeling is mixed. I wonder how it will do.
Didn't know they were recreating this show--thanks for the heads up. And yes, her outfit is super shiny.
~Angela
I'm definitely going to watch the Wonder Woman show but I don't like the costume. Maybe it will just have to grow on me some before I can accept it.
I was interested in the show until I found out NBC was involved, because I'm afraid that it's going to be another "The Cape." David E. Kelley makes me feel a little better about that, but I don't trust NBC's decision making skills.
@Angela, I didn't grow up watching Linda, but I know it has a lot to live up to. Maybe if enough people like us give it a chance the network might.
@Michael, if the show is good, I think the costume will grow on me pretty quickly. So I guess we just have to wait.
@JEFrits, my thoughts exactly (except for The Cape, I never got around to watching it). I don't really trust NBC, but we'll see what they do with it.
It could be all right. I liked the Superman series with Terri Hatcher. Sometimes super hero shows can be good television. I'll definitely give it a go.
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