Starring Patrick J. Adams and Gabriel Macht
Run-time: 60 minutes
Genre: Dramedy
Station: USA
Synopsis: A young twenty-something boarder-line genius teams up with a lawyer to win cases. Only, this twenty-something hasn't gone to law school, but, instead, consumes knowledge like no one's business.
*minor spoilers ahead*
After watching the pilot, the first three words that come to mind are: Sly, Suave, and Stylish. I was hooked upon arrival.
Mike Ross, played by Patrick J. Adams, is a stoner who is looking for money as his Grandmother's bills become too much, and his small con game isn't supplying enough money. One thing leads to another and he winds up in the office of Harvey Specter, played by Gabriel Macht, during interviewing hours. Knowing that Mike hasn't attended any law school, Harvey gives him the benefit of the doubt after seeing how naturally intelligent he is.
The two main characters are fantastic to watch, and well acted. Patrick J. Adams is the best part of the show so far and is wonderful to watch. He is very believable and a great addition to the USA arsenal. Equally wonderful, but given less to do, Gabriel Macht matches him in every single way. I can't wait for his character to unravel more. Cliche, of coures, his character's stern ways and selfishness will soften as he sees the world from a new perspective. We'll see.
Just as strong is supporting cast. Gina Torres, Rick Hoffman, Meghan Markle and Sarah Rafferty were all great to watch.
Gina Torres plays Jessica Pearson, the head-cheese in the firm that has to keep Harvey in check. She plays powerful and sexy, as well as her usual awesome self.
Rick Hoffman, a wonderfully underrated actor, plays Louis Litt, one of Harvey's associates. This character will be a source of friction in the future. He certainly play bad, well. One of the two antagonists.
Meghan Markle (who is also gorgeous) plays Rachel Zane, an intelligent parallegal(?) who just doesn't test well. There is certainly some sexual tension between this character and Mike Ross. However, Mike seems to also have some sexual tension with his ex-best friends boyfriend. Possible plot point in future episodes? Probably.
Sarah Rafferty, playing Donna, was the funniest part of the show. Definitely worth giving a bigger part to.
It has a great full cast, and they all have great chemistry with one-another.
The show managed to balance the drama and comedy well. It made me laugh-out-loud while keeping me interested. Though, I could've felt more emotional investment, but I'll let it slide for now considering we needed to focus on the main character for the Pilot.
Though Harvey and the law fim provide the structure for the show, Mike and the clients provide the heart. I hope to see more of this in future episodes.
The writing could use a little work as it is sometimes cliche' (but what isn't?), and even childish at times. But who says these are necessarily bad qualities?
You can tell that it is still finding its legs. But I'm not worried, I think it has great potential. So far, it is on par with the first season of White Collar (currently, one of the my favorite shows).
Now, of course, I can't tell you if any of the law was accurate (probably not), but that's why its called fiction, right? RIGHT?
Now, of course, I can't tell you if any of the law was accurate (probably not), but that's why its called fiction, right? RIGHT?
Ruling: 3.5/5
One of the best new shows of the summer.
And to think, I was almost not going to watch it. It will probably end up growing to be one of my favorites.
What do you think?
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