Damages

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Damages is a legal thriller set in the world of New York City high-stakes litigation. The series, which provides a view into the true nature of power and success, follows the turbulent lives of Patty Hewes, the nation's most revered and reviled high-stakes litigator, and her bright, ambitious protg Ellen Parsons.

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S 4 :  Ep 10 Aired 9/14/11
S 4 :  Ep 9 Aired 9/7/11
S 4 :  Ep 8 Aired 8/31/11
S 4 :  Ep 7 Aired 8/24/11
S 4 :  Ep 6 Aired 8/17/11

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  • I just watched the first season and after all the hype and the reviews, a lot more was expected. No more than 6.0.

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    By Fissile, Sep 16, 2011 Report Abuse
    I just watched the first season and after all the hype and the reviews, I was expecting a lot more. The non-linear story line made each episode just annoying and predictable. The dialogues were not electrifying and the acting was at best decent. The show is no "Practice" and it is no "Boston Legal."

    Just because the show revolves around a civil case does not mean its a legal show. Just because Patty Hewes is a gungho lawyer, who kills a dog, breaks promises, manipulates people and tries to kill her associate, does not make her an anti-heroine. There was no true 'ooohh - ahhhh' shock moment in the entire first season. There was no moment were you felt proud about any of the characters, every twist or turn in the season seemed artificial or seemed to have been perpetrated for the purpose of shocking the viewer without providing any real insight.

    I am not certain if the producers and writers simply wanted to tap into an available niche or if the intended target demographic of the show is young educated women who have previously stayed away from the legal genre, but I can only assume that the success of the show is due to this reason. The writing and character development is week and no mythos is created about Ellen Parsons. Simply mentioning that she has great ambition and 'their is something about her,' etc... does not equate to building a character who the audience would want to watch, relate to, or care about.

    The story line of the entire civil suite is at best flimsy. Without dwelling into the complexity of the legal world, the season ends with a 2 billion dollar settlement with two or three links of questionable evidence. The video tape could easily have been coerced, any half-brain lawyer could easily have argued that the recording was made under duress, a gun could have been pointed at the guy and someone could have forced him to say the things he did. The accused would never get a chance to cross examine the testimony and thousand of holes could have been created in that recording. For a show to assume the mantle of a legal drama in 'high-stakes' litigation and then make such obvious and quite frankly retarded mistakes is inexcusable and then for Patty Hewes, to go ahead and turn that tape to the DA after signing the non-disclosure agreement and risking the settlement of 5000 people that throughout the season has been the only thing that she cared about is even more, for a lack of a better word: retarded.

    Weak writing, weak character development, overly presumptuous twists that made no sense, bad litigation, random and unnecessary plot deviation. All of these could be elaborated individually, but at the end, those who get the review will not need to be convinced. Those who call it the best show on TV really need to look into other shows of the same genre of a higher caliber.moreless

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  • The last episode of season 3 was an insult to people's intelligence.

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    By teenager2, Aug 30, 2011 Report Abuse
    The last episode of season 3 was an insult to people's intelligence. They really forced their hands to create a finale that would never happened. Things such as Tom Shayes quitting in order to be approached by Toby's lawyer, that before the lawyer was cut of Toby's family. And all those killings to finish the story... And then that Joe Tobin leaving the envelope that could send him to jail in a drawer, there to anyone find it in such an easy way. Really, it was disgusting to watch so much stupidity . The last episode just ruined a season that was really good.moreless

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  • Intriguing legal entanglements, mystery and suspense great acting, and great writers all wrapped up into a fantastic series. Keeps you salivating for the next episode.

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    By Neff1946, Apr 09, 2011 Report Abuse
    That Glenn Close and Patty are fantastic actresses. Please keep the seasons going--it is the greatest! The intelligence of the writers is really impressive and these days we know what happens if you don't have great writers--the difference between 24 and Heroes--go figure! Really appreciate the great entertainment Damages offers!

    This show should be aired on national television as well--it's that great--we all know how national TV needs a face lift these days--i.e, Chuck, get real--we are sick of boring, stupid shows--even Burn Notice and Leverage are better programs!

    Love the intrigue and intelligence this show offers--my kind of soap for sure!!!moreless

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  • Damages: One of the best shows ever? 'Trust me' it really is, 'Because I know Patty'.

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    By Jarman24, Apr 09, 2011 Report Abuse
    When Damages aired in 2007, it quickly rose to critical acclaim for its fabulous writing and brilliant acting. Glenn Close & Rose Bryne are fantastic.

    Damages is all about Patty Hewes (Close) thirst to close cases no matter what the cost. But things quickly get complicated when she hires Ellen Parsons (Bryne)to work with her; as she proves to be a match for Patty. Sooner than later they are both going behind each others backs to 'out do' the other, in a game of cat and mouse. Without spoiling it for anyone who hasn't watched it; nothing is ever as it seems. This show; full of twists and turns, suspense, dry humour and a unique style of story telling, always left you wanting more, but sadly it has been reported that there wont be anymore after the successful third season.

    However it still remains on of my all time favourite shows, for its wonderful stories and characters over the years. A show criminally underwatched and misunderstood, a deffinate gem for televison of this decade. So if you haven't seen it, I advise you to not miss out. To me this show vastly became 'Sort Of Like Family'. So "Get Me A Lawyer", go and watch Damages. Brilliant. 10/10.moreless

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  • Even though I really like this show, I have to say that its plotlines are very convoluted and you REALLY have to watch closely to keep up with what's going on.moreless

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    By Lady_Lancaster, Mar 23, 2011 Report Abuse
    The whole concept of "Damages" really appealed to me from the start. I had to get over a personal aversion to Glenn Close in order to watch this, but I am a big fan of Rose Byrne so that helped a great deal.

    One thing you can say about "Damages" is that it is never dull! There is action from start to finish as we follow Patty Hewes (Glenn Close) as she chases corporate America through the courts for the crimes they have committed against ordinary citizens. But Patty is no Snow White, she is ruthless enough to have people murdered on a whim and bend and break the law on any level in order to win her cases. Ellen Parsons (Rose Byrne) is a great foil for this as she doesn't follow orders quite as easily and sees Patty for what she is far more quickly than most.

    An excellent (if speedy) romp through the jungles of the legal minefield which is the speciality of Hewes and Associates which you should watch. Just remember, watch closely or you'll miss something vital!moreless

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