Television's best-kept secret
We watch a lot of TV. Much of what's on these days is pretty bad, but there are some shining moments. We tend to like mysteries, detective shows and classic police procedurals, as well as action/thriller type programs. Our tastes run to modern British mysteries, such as Inspector Lynley and the BBC update of Sherlock. But there are some North American shows that meet the mark as well.
Person of Interest is a smart thriller that combines high tech with physical action. Most importantly, it features two strong leads in Jim Caviezel and Michael Emerson, plus a solid supporting cast.We also enjoy Elementary, the modern American take on Holmes and Watson, with the excellent Jonny Lee Miller as Sherlock and the superb Lucy Liu as Joan Watson. Both are highly recommended.
But the best show on TV is Justified. A modern day Western, it follows Deputy US Marshal Raylan Givens, a Kentucky native who wants no more than to stay out of Kentucky, and of course ends up back there. Funny, smart, and populated with a wealth of interesting, complex, and entertaining characters, Justified satisfies on every level. Great plots supported by strong character development keeps me coming back, but it is the outstanding acting that brings it all together. Timothy Olyphant and Walter Goggins anchor the show, but all the supporting cast are equally strong.
Give all three a watch, but be sure to give Justified a look. From the opening minutes of the series premiere, it draws you in and gets you involved in the life of Raylan Givens. And it's fun to tag along.
Person of Interest is a smart thriller that combines high tech with physical action. Most importantly, it features two strong leads in Jim Caviezel and Michael Emerson, plus a solid supporting cast.We also enjoy Elementary, the modern American take on Holmes and Watson, with the excellent Jonny Lee Miller as Sherlock and the superb Lucy Liu as Joan Watson. Both are highly recommended.
But the best show on TV is Justified. A modern day Western, it follows Deputy US Marshal Raylan Givens, a Kentucky native who wants no more than to stay out of Kentucky, and of course ends up back there. Funny, smart, and populated with a wealth of interesting, complex, and entertaining characters, Justified satisfies on every level. Great plots supported by strong character development keeps me coming back, but it is the outstanding acting that brings it all together. Timothy Olyphant and Walter Goggins anchor the show, but all the supporting cast are equally strong.
Give all three a watch, but be sure to give Justified a look. From the opening minutes of the series premiere, it draws you in and gets you involved in the life of Raylan Givens. And it's fun to tag along.
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