Saturday, January 7, 2012

Striking Gold on The Wire

The Wire is one of the best shows I've ever seen, yet finding the time to make it through the entire series is problematic. Sure, the quality is top-notch, but viewing options are limited - you'll never find it in Netflix or Redbox - and it's not exactly family-friendly fare. That being said, I've finally started rolling on season 3, and I couldn't be happier.

What makes this show so great? The producers pull no punches - everything isn't black and white, there aren't always happy endings, and both sides of the aisle feature captivating, three-dimensional characters. The show is one of the first shows I recommend to anyone looking for a new drama, but precious few take me up on it. It's a little harder to swallow, but it's well worth it!

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